Favorite Place to Eat

[weheartdisney07]

I was wondering what was everyone's favorite place to eat. We have places we eat every visit and also try new places along the way. But there are many places to eat at Disney and wanted everyone's input in both counter service and sit down restaurants.

[em6668]

Magic Kingdom-
I really like Columbia Harbor House- great atmosphere and good comfort food. I also always have to get a dole pineapple whip in adventure gold.

Animal Kingdom-
I like Tusker House and Flame Tree Barbeque

Epcot-
Counter Service-
Tangerine Cafe (Morroco)
Table Service-
Le Cellier (Canada)

DHS-
50s Prime Time Cafe is always a fun time.

Resorts-

The Wave is a new favorite!
The Kona Cafe is some of the best food I have ever had

I am looking forward to trying Saana in November.

[Miss M.K.J.]

Our favorite was 50's Prime Time! If you have the chance to go there I would say GO!! It was awesome!!

[meriface11]

Counterservice:

MK Cosmic Rays
AK Flame Tree
Epcot Tangerine Cafe (but we haven't tried Sunshine Season yet, and it's on my list for January)
DHS nothing...i try to avoid eating CS here as I haven't been thrilled with any of their offerings
DTD Wolfgang Puck Express

Table Service:
We love WCC, Boma, LeCellier, Chef Mickey's breakfast and TuskerHouse breakfast

Snacks: Mickey ice cream sandwiches, caramel apples, Dole Whips, and my new favorite is chocolate covered caramel marshmallow squares (MK confectioner and goofy's candy co)

[shelemm]

Sci-Fi.

[disneyfan100*]

Sci-Fi or 50's Primetime

[weheartdisney07]

Magic Kingdom-
I really like Columbia Harbor House- great atmosphere and good comfort food. I also always have to get a dole pineapple whip in adventure gold.

Animal Kingdom-
I like Tusker House and Flame Tree Barbeque

Epcot-
Counter Service-
Tangerine Cafe (Morroco)
Table Service-
Le Cellier (Canada)

DHS-
50s Prime Time Cafe is always a fun time.

Resorts-

The Wave is a new favorite!
The Kona Cafe is some of the best food I have ever had

I am looking forward to trying Saana in November.

I agree with you on almost all of them because we are going to Kona for the first time this trip and want to try Tangerine Cafe also if it works in!

I also agree with the CS in DHS is horrible!

[MacFam4]

We did the dining plan for the first time last year so we ate at a lot of places that we typically wouldn't have.

DTD:
We really enjoyed Raglan Rd- would eat there again.

REALLY enjoyed Wolf gang Puck Express for CS, will eat there again.

Animal Kingdom:
We always eat CS at Flame Tree BBQ- very decent food.

Epcot:
LOVED LeCellier, but there's so many others to try in Epcot that this won't be a repeat any time soon.

We always stop in Germany at Sommerfest for a snack, very good.

Have tried the fish and chips in the UK CS (can't think of name right now). One time it was good, the other time not so good.

Mexico CS was just blah.

Restaurant Marrakesh was better than I thought it would be.

MK:

Peco's Bill is decent

Columbia Harbor House is pretty good

Crystal Palace breakfast and lunch are very good- nice variety at both.

Resorts:

Boma- loved it and will go back on our next trip. We were so full we didn't get to try everything!

Poly- Ohana's breakfast is good and it's NOT a buffet, which we liked.

Ohana's dinner was extremely tasty, but it's terribly LOUD. We rolled out of there as well ;)

We've tried alot of others but I can't think of them right now.

[MacFam4]

I forgot to add HS:

Sci-Fi- food decent but my kids think they have the coolest atmosphere. Will probably eat there again just for the kids.

50's prime time- decent food but nothing really special.

Counter service is not good in this park. Pizza Planet was decent, but it gets crowded quickly.

Starring rolls has good snacks.

[kentstateman2010]

We just booked ADR's for Chef Mickey's breakfast buffet at the Contemporary. The menu looked great and it was one of the cheapest character dining I could find. :woohoo:

[woodkins]

A great value and a pleasant surprise was the Earl of Sandwich in DTD. It had tons of choices and there was a good kids menu as well. The sandwiches are large and were really tasty.

[cclovesdis]

I really enjoy going to Captain Cook's at the Poly for CS. I love the ham and pineapple flatbread.

[tinkmom2]

The best tasting food we ever ate at WDW was at Jiko's. AK Flametree barbecue is another must. MK we always stop at the Noodle Station for a QS lunch. Epcot love the fish and chips but watch out for the sea gulls (they love fish and chips). Breakfasts: Chef Mickey's, Ohannas', Park Fare, Crystal Palace... We like to try something new everytime we go. So we have Teppan Edo, Saana, Askershus, along with our old favorite Chef Mickey's.

[xipetotec]

I was wondering what was everyone's favorite place to eat. We have places we eat every visit and also try new places along the way. But there are many places to eat at Disney and wanted everyone's input in both counter service and sit down restaurants.


Oh wow... tough...

MK: Pecos Bill or Starlight Ray's.
DHS: 50's Prime Time
AK: Flame Tree BBQ ( Trying Tusker House next trip )
EP: Biergarten, Rose and Crown, Le Cellier

Resorts: Big River Grille and Brew Works ( top of the list for us. It's unassuming, but the food is good and the hand crafted beers are great )
Jiko is also awesome, but expensive! (Signature Dining )

[MCFADDEN5]

Our absolute fav. is Crystal Place but it wiil be closed this trip.
MK: CP and Peco Bills
AK: Yak n Yati CS
EPCOT: Le Cellier, England Fish n Chips
HS: Scifi
DTD: Raglan Road
We had a great meal a Cape Mays Character breakfast

[cmusschoot]

A great value and a pleasant surprise was the Earl of Sandwich in DTD. It had tons of choices and there was a good kids menu as well. The sandwiches are large and were really tasty.

Love the Earl...great meal value!! Sandwiches are great too!!! Favorite...Hawiian chicken w/pineapple and bbq sauce...YUM!!!

[Redbudlover]

All time fave is the Flying Fish. I love to sit at the Chef's Table. Just behind that is Jiko and California Grill. Counter service fave is between Marrakesh in Epcot and Harbor House in MK. TS park fave the Brown Derby with Crystal Palace in MK and Chefs de France in Epcot kinda tied for 2nd. If I could ever get an adr for Sci Fi or Prime Time that might change!

[OffKilterMom]

Main Street bakery...often forgotten but SOOO good counter service and snacks. Try a Cinnamon Bun...you will not believe it.

Other faves:

Sci Fi...more for fun than food....BUT very good milkshakes
Pecos Bills CS - for the HUGE turkey wrap...feeds 2 adults
Wolfgang Puck Express in DD...so good that we tip here, even though its counter service.
Oh yeah...the Bakery in France (Epcot)....Upon reading my answers I have concluded that I think I have a sugar problem! Oh well!

[Tink9721]

I looove Disney World restaurants :love:

MK:
Crystal Palace - I've been there every single time I've gone to Disney. Always for lunch(not sure why. Just how it works out). I'm pretty sure it was my first ever Disney meal when I was 6 years old :)
Liberty Tree Tavern - Food is REALLY good!! I always walk out of there feeling about 20 pounds heavier :laughing:
Casey's Corner - Really good for a quick meal. I love the corn dog nuggets!!!

Epcot:
Sunshine Seasons is good. Something for everyone!
Electric Umbrella - Good food but lines get really long

DHS:
50's Prime Time Cafe - Sooo much fun! My mom got in trouble for having her elbows on the table :rotfl:

AK:
Tusker House - We had breakfast there last year. Very good!!!

Resorts:
Whispering Canyon Cafe(Wilderness Lodge) - Lots of fun and good food!
Chef Mickey's(Contemporary) - Awesome buffet and fun atmosphere!

[CEK40]

Here are the ones we always go to when we are in WDW :thumbsup2

MK-Tonys, Plaza, Main Street Bakery, Liberty Tree, Pecos Bills
Epcot-Rose and Crown, The Land Pavillion
MGM-Brown Derby, Mama Melrose
Animal Kingdom-Pizzasarus
Resorts-Wispering Canyon@WL, Captian Cook@Poly
DTD-Ragland Road

And we always get a Dole Whip in the MK :love:

[janiejake]

We generally are not fancy eaters. We prefer:
MK: Pecos Bill's(fabulous condiment bar for dressing up your selection)
EPCOT: Electric Umbrella(CS), Le Cellier, La Pattisserie(this is a must-so several times during a trip), Chefs de France
HS: Backlot Express
AK: Tusker House
DTD: Earl of Sandwich
Resorts: Boma! @ AKL

[Deesknee]

I am wondering, do you all think that certain regions of the country prefer one restaurant over another region? For example I am born and bread in the north east (Boston area) I find my taste in fish & chips and meatloaf tend to be different than southern folks. (i prefer my fish not deep batter fried, but more pan batter fried and I like my meatloaf with a tomato soup topping as opposed to brown gravy.) BTW if my clam chowder had tomato in it I don't know what I'd do. :confused3

[Diznejen1]

Love the Earl...great meal value!! Sandwiches are great too!!! Favorite...Hawiian chicken w/pineapple and bbq sauce...YUM!!!

That is my favorite sandwich!! And we LOVE Earl!!! DItto Ditto!!

[papertraveller]

I don't think anyone has mentioned Narcoosee's yet at the Grand Floridian. Exquisite! We dined supremely with a view of Cinderella's castle across the water, and then enjoyed the fireworks. The appetizers, entree selections and dessert offerings are second to none.

We'll be back for just five nights on the next trip, and we're planning on lining up Narcoosee's, California Grill, Ohana (fun, and sooo much good food), Sci Fi and Coral Reef. It's a bit strange to be ordering seafood while you see it all swimming by!

I loved Brown Derby too, at HS. The CMs cruising the tables (playing aging actors) were an absolute riot.

[delaneyc52]

We are not into big expensive meals...and we've been enticed into them through that Disney Magic and more disappointed than not. I continue to say that most restaurants within the parks are mediocre at best. But I have some odd places I guess -- some cheap some a splurge.

Downtown - Earl of Sandwich wins. We've done Bongos, House of Blues, Fultons......all a ton of money for so-so food. T-Rex was so loud I had a huge headache (although the dinos were very cool!!!) Just give me a very good sandwich at Earl's and a glass of wine and I'm happy.

Resorts - For burgers we go to Big River Grille on Boardwalk and they have outstanding beer choices. For more money and if you're really hungry, Cape May is a wonderful buffet (Beach Club). For really wonderful (pricey) food -- Flying Fish. For great Mexican, Pepper Market at Coronado. Oh and believe it or not, the Beach Club has a grab and go Roast Beef and Brie sandwich to just die for.

MK - Nothing. I'll wait till I get to the resort. I think everyone should do Cinderalla Castle just once for the experience. But they rush you in and then rush you out like cattle. Nothing special...although the kids love it and that's why we do it isn't it? We've done Tony's, Liberty Tree...ok not so great that you happily pay the bill. Haven't done Crystal Palace in all my years so that is on my list to try.

Animal Kingdom - Tusker House is very good.

Epcot - Don't waste your money on the table service restaurants in World Showcase. Just kiosk it around the World and save yourself money.

Hollywood Studios is my worst place. Prime Time is never consistent. Food is bland but you are suppose to be there for the fun....sometimes you get it, sometimes you get NOTHING. Very inconsistent. Brown Derby will tell you they are out of a specific wine to get you to order a more expensive wine. I know that trick..never again. I would however go to Mama Melrose's again...good food....yum. Sci Fi has junky food, but again...it's an experience everyone should do at least once!

I think you can find great places to eat without spending a ton of money and without having to use the dining plans. That's always my goal...but as the cost of dining goes up....well...I just might have to reconsider that.;)

[belle8306]

We love Tutto Italia and Kona Cafe. Our favorite CS places are Earl of Sandwich, Wolfgang Puck Express and Columbia Harbor House. We also enjoy Chef Mickey's.:goodvibes

[islac]

this is so great! me and my family will be going to a Disneyland this holiday season. just not sure which Disneyland, though..my parents are surprising us. knowing the good places where to eat will surely save us time. :)

[Amber Leigh]

@ Magic Kingdom
-Cosmic Rays- They have pretty much everything you could possibly get all in one place so you have a lot to pick from at one time. The ribs are awesome!
(Honerable Mention to the Noodle Station which is only open seasonally. BOO! Open it year round! They have the best food!)

@ Animal Kingdom
-Yak and Yeti- Both the counter AND table services are thumbs up! The quick service is great for a grab and go. Mostly everything comes in an easy to carry container, and it's good too.

@ Studios
Table Service
-Sci Fi Dine In- LUNCH, not a fan of dinner. It's fun to watch all the bad B movie clips while you eat. Basic diner foods, but good food never the less.
Counter Service
-ABC Commissary- I love the fact you can get Chicken Curry and fish sandwiches, things other then just a park burger. Or... you could get a burger. It's really the only counter service at Studios I will eat. As other have said, Studios Counter serive kind lacks.

@ Epcot
Table Service
-Resturant Marikees (Spelling?)- Morroco. Hidden away, a bit pricey, but very good food!
Counter Service
-Yakatori House- Japan. Oh man, the Sukiyaki beef. I could live on the Sukiyaki beef for a month! At once point during my CP program... I think I ate there three times in three day period.
(Honerable mention to Tangerine Cafe in Morroco AND the Fish and Chips place in UK! Epcot has LOTS of good food!)

@ DTD
Earl of Sandwich- Tasty. What more should I say? It's true.

@ Resorts
Boma- Four words... Curried Coconut Seafood Stew. BEST soup I have EVER had. Really different flavor combonation and dishes you have never seen before, but will fall in love with from the first bite. Sweet YET spicy just what I like!

[LoveMyTwoPrincesses]

Our favorite counter service meal during our recent trip was Columbia Harbor House. Our favorite table service was at Boma at the Animal Kingdom Lodge. The kids loved the choices that they had for them. They ate corn on the cob and strawberries like crazy! The choices for the adults were good too. We especially liked the different soups.

[giginator]

We just booked ADR's for Chef Mickey's breakfast buffet at the Contemporary. The menu looked great and it was one of the cheapest character dining I could find. :woohoo:

We just returned from a trip beginning of October and ate at Chef Mickeys for breakfast. Not impressed, food was just OK and not a lot of variety. Went to Tusker House a few days later and hands down was WAY better in variety and Quality. Next time will skip Chef Mickeys and repeat Tusker House!

[giginator]

Great topic!!!!!

MK- liked Crystal Palace for dinner, thought the salad bar had a huge variety of different combinations and such. Plenty of main dish selections and dessert too. Cosmic Ray's was a good counter service, something to please everyone. Also the main street bakery is a great place to get a treat at night while wating for the parade or fireworks. Good variety. And no one can leave without having a Dole Whip. THe BEST ever, wish I had one right now!

Epcot- Our personal favorite table service-San Angel Inn in Mexico, a must when we go. Great food and beautiful atmosphere. Teppanyaki is fun too- your typical Benihana experience. Have to have a pastry from the bakery in France as well.

HS- We love the Brown Derby, expensive unless you're on the dining plan. The cobb salad is the best!!! Also, CS is good at the ABC commissary-lots of variety besides burgers.

AK- Tusker house was one of the best buffets we have had at Disney. We had breakfast here last trip and would be willing to try lunch or dinner there as well. This beats Chef Mickey's by far! Flame Tree BBQ for CS is great. We were able to share meals, portions are huge.

Resorts- At the Poly-Kona Cafe-if you can't get into Ohana's they have the same tonga toast and macadamia pancakes everyone raves about and let me tell you they are Awesome!!!
Coronado Springs- Pepper Market- lots of variety and quick to get your order.

Hope this helps someone!!! Happy eating!

[weheartdisney07]

I am glad to hear everyone has enjoyed Kona because we are eating there for our first time in December.

[Wicket's Mom]

I will agree that Earl of Sandwich was a pleasant surprise. Good selection & huge sandwiches. Our favorite dinner on this last trip had to be Teppan Edo. It was a lot better than we expected. We didn't care that much for Kouzzinas, but really liked The Wave.

[weheartdisney07]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jlfc8zZF7Wc

[delaneyc52]

OMG that Hitler you tube was hysterical!

[SarahinNO]

We just tried Boma on the last trip & everyone was planning a return before we had even paid the bill

[disneygal29]

Please keep the suggestions coming...I'm planning for 8 of us in June and need help deciding where we should get our ADRs!!!!! Love all the help so far:love:

[Danauk]

Our 2 must do's each trip are the California Grill and Yachtsmans Steakhouse. I think we might also add Boma to that list too. We also really enjoyed Mama Melrose and Le Cellier which we will also eat at next trip. Each trip we try to eat at somewhere new, next trip we will be trying Victoria and Alberts and Narcoossees. As for counter service we like Yak and Yeti in AK (we might try the sit down there next trip).

Oh and in regards to the Hitler clips (there are more of the BTW!!) my husband says my Disney planning is like that, all I need is the little men on the map to show the plan of attack!!

[kiwicassie]

The "must do" restaurants for me are San Angel Inn & Sci-Fi. The atmosphere can't be beat!

Also, Earl of Sandwich because it's super tasty :)

[dsneybride]

Harbor House, Sci-Fi, Alfredos in Italy, Chef Mickeys, Ohanas.

But I refuse to eat at The Whispering Canyon!!