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Re: Sit down Restaurants

Post by Amy » Feb Tue 14, 2012 12:59 pm

cy1229 wrote:Wouldn't you guys choose V&A's or LBDParis for an anniversary dinner? Something a little quieter and more romantic - or Artists' Point at WL?
Ooops, hadn't seen that he was only looking for anniversary suggestions :oops: I thought he was looking for more than just that. I haven't been to any of those restaurants....just looking through and found a good review for the Captain's Grille...

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Re: Sit down Restaurants

Post by cy1229 » Feb Tue 14, 2012 1:52 pm

Amy wrote:
cy1229 wrote:Wouldn't you guys choose V&A's or LBDParis for an anniversary dinner? Something a little quieter and more romantic - or Artists' Point at WL?
Ooops, hadn't seen that he was only looking for anniversary suggestions :oops: I thought he was looking for more than just that. I haven't been to any of those restaurants....just looking through and found a good review for the Captain's Grille...
I wasn't trying to be ... ... negative. Just wondered how far out ressies at the more romantic locations are needed. I haven't eaten at AP since 2001 but when we ate there it was FANTASTIC.
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Re: Sit down Restaurants

Post by Amy » Feb Tue 14, 2012 2:01 pm

cy1229 wrote:
Amy wrote:
cy1229 wrote:Wouldn't you guys choose V&A's or LBDParis for an anniversary dinner? Something a little quieter and more romantic - or Artists' Point at WL?
Ooops, hadn't seen that he was only looking for anniversary suggestions :oops: I thought he was looking for more than just that. I haven't been to any of those restaurants....just looking through and found a good review for the Captain's Grille...
I wasn't trying to be ... ... negative. Just wondered how far out ressies at the more romantic locations are needed. I haven't eaten at AP since 2001 but when we ate there it was FANTASTIC.
I would guess the more romantic locations would fill up quickly ~ because wouldn't they be a little more intimate spots with fewer tables?

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Re: Sit down Restaurants

Post by mills10 » Feb Tue 14, 2012 5:03 pm

Yeah a more romantic place would be fun, but at the same time we are poor college students and are good at making anything special!

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Re: Sit down Restaurants

Post by theBIGyowski » Feb Tue 14, 2012 5:34 pm

mills10 wrote:Yeah a more romantic place would be fun, but at the same time we are poor college students and are good at making anything special!
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Re: Sit down Restaurants

Post by cy1229 » Feb Tue 14, 2012 6:04 pm

theBIGyowski wrote:
mills10 wrote:Yeah a more romantic place would be fun, but at the same time we are poor college students and are good at making anything special!
College teaches you how to survive on an empty bank account and an empty pantry.
I'll never forget when I reached into my jacket pocket my senior year of college and was excited to find a WHOLE DOLLAR. :shock: :D

Ok if we're thinking more budget-minded, Mills, then we want to direct you to bang for the buck. Something like Teppan Edo, perhaps, or the new one in the Mexico pavilion (I can't remember the name of it!). The restaurant in the Seas building (again, the name is slipping my mind, what the heck) have gotten mixed reviews. I wasn't outrageously thrilled with it but I've read reviews that are raving. I don't know, maybe you've already got someplace in mind. :)
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Re: Sit down Restaurants

Post by Soarin08 » Feb Tue 14, 2012 6:30 pm

cy1229 wrote:
theBIGyowski wrote:
mills10 wrote:Yeah a more romantic place would be fun, but at the same time we are poor college students and are good at making anything special!
College teaches you how to survive on an empty bank account and an empty pantry.
I'll never forget when I reached into my jacket pocket my senior year of college and was excited to find a WHOLE DOLLAR. :shock: :D

Ok if we're thinking more budget-minded, Mills, then we want to direct you to bang for the buck. Something like Teppan Edo, perhaps, or the new one in the Mexico pavilion (I can't remember the name of it!). The restaurant in the Seas building (again, the name is slipping my mind, what the heck) have gotten mixed reviews. I wasn't outrageously thrilled with it but I've read reviews that are raving. I don't know, maybe you've already got someplace in mind. :)
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WS in general is so amazing, the service is always top-notch and if you could dine at Mexico, France, UK, or Italy, you could watch IllumiNations during dinner. UK in particular would be a great bet for that especially if they knew it was an anniversary.
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Re: Sit down Restaurants

Post by pixiesparkles » Feb Thu 16, 2012 6:51 pm

We make our reservations for our sit down meals as soon as possible. Some places are booked a year in advance, but I have found that in many instances, if you call back often, you will be able to get in. However, don't think you can do so just before your trip....most reservations are fairly iron-clad by then. The sooner you book them, the better chance of getting what you want.

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Re: Sit down Restaurants

Post by jderoche5 » Feb Thu 23, 2012 10:12 am

I recommend California Grill and time it for when the fireworks at MK occur. Best view and experience on property. The food is fabulous as well.
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Re: Sit down Restaurants

Post by Belle1082 » Feb Wed 29, 2012 4:51 pm

We really had a nice meal at Narccoossee's at the Grand Floridian. You can get a table next to the window and have a beautiful view of Bay Lake, as well as the Magic Kingdom. It was definitely more quiet and relaxed there than most of the park restaurants. We had the lobster and it was incredible!
Plus, after or before dinner, you can step out onto the deck that surrounds the restaurant for an even more beautiful view!

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Re: Sit down Restaurants

Post by Amy » Feb Wed 29, 2012 8:48 pm

Belle1082 wrote:We really had a nice meal at Narccoossee's at the Grand Floridian. You can get a table next to the window and have a beautiful view of Bay Lake, as well as the Magic Kingdom. It was definitely more quiet and relaxed there than most of the park restaurants. We had the lobster and it was incredible!
Plus, after or before dinner, you can step out onto the deck that surrounds the restaurant for an even more beautiful view!
I would like to try Narcoossee's once. It sounds like it really has nice food ~ plus it is soooooo fun to say :D

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Re: Sit down Restaurants

Post by TikiTikiRoom » Mar Thu 01, 2012 1:34 pm

Amy wrote:
Belle1082 wrote:We really had a nice meal at Narccoossee's at the Grand Floridian. You can get a table next to the window and have a beautiful view of Bay Lake, as well as the Magic Kingdom. It was definitely more quiet and relaxed there than most of the park restaurants. We had the lobster and it was incredible!
Plus, after or before dinner, you can step out onto the deck that surrounds the restaurant for an even more beautiful view!
I would like to try Narcoossee's once. It sounds like it really has nice food ~ plus it is soooooo fun to say :D
I like to say it in an Antonio Banderas accent.
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Re: Sit down Restaurants

Post by Len90 » Mar Thu 01, 2012 2:04 pm

cy1229 wrote:
Ok if we're thinking more budget-minded, Mills, then we want to direct you to bang for the buck. Something like Teppan Edo, perhaps, or the new one in the Mexico pavilion (I can't remember the name of it!). The restaurant in the Seas building (again, the name is slipping my mind, what the heck) have gotten mixed reviews. I wasn't outrageously thrilled with it but I've read reviews that are raving. I don't know, maybe you've already got someplace in mind. :)
Hmm if you are a broke college student like me than you need to think about food quantity vs. price. Teppan Edo would be one of the last places to come to mind as it is like Benihana but more money and less food. I personally think something that is all you can eat but not buffet style would be most fulfilling. Another option might be like Kona Cafe, Grand Floridian Grill, or even the DTD restaurants.
pixiesparkles wrote:We make our reservations for our sit down meals as soon as possible. Some places are booked a year in advance, but I have found that in many instances, if you call back often, you will be able to get in. However, don't think you can do so just before your trip....most reservations are fairly iron-clad by then. The sooner you book them, the better chance of getting what you want.
The best bet to getting in is to start reserving 180 days in advance when reservations open up. If that is an issue I recommend keeping a constant check on disney's site. You can easily make your dining reservations online at disneyworld.com. Through constant checking I was able to get all I wanted last year :D
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Re: Sit down Restaurants

Post by dwellsbct » Mar Tue 13, 2012 5:20 pm

cy1229 wrote:Wouldn't you guys choose V&A's or LBDParis for an anniversary dinner? Something a little quieter and more romantic - or Artists' Point at WL?
MY DW and I had our anniversary dinner at Citrico's at the Grand Floridian in mid October with only 2 week prior reservation.
It was wonderful the staff worked with my to make it extra spcial for my wife :D :goofy_bounce:
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Re: Sit down Restaurants

Post by Mark86 » Mar Tue 20, 2012 8:43 pm

I would make reservations as early as possible. The popular restaurants close up very quickly- we learned the hard way! Even if you have to cancel, it is still better to hold a slot just in case. If you cancel before 24 hours, your credit card will not be charged a fee either.
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