Official DL July 2015 thread

PinkBudgie said:

EOS is our go to place for arrival day too! Love that turkey holiday one!
Oh, I was going to say that it is best to see the fireworks early in the trip in case they get canceled. Especially since it's a new show. That will be our priority.
I think that we will be able to get in on arrival day this time (at Saturday) since we will be activating new APs. At least, that's what I read on here. Maybe that night would be a good one to catch the fireworks show and/or parade.

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PinkBudgie said:

Just a guess, it seems like they would only do them on the 4th, or at most the night before too. We usually go after July 4th but one time went at the end of June and left around the same time you are, and there were no 4th of July fireworks on those days.

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• Location: Grand Californian Hotel
  
  
• Menu: Breakfast
  
  
• BREAKFAST BUFFET PRICE: Adults: $28,Children (3-9) $13
  
  
• Breakfast Ala Carte Menu: Prices range from $16.99 - $22.99
  
  
• $30/plate; American, Asian, Mexican fare
  
  
• What’s unique: Unusual characters are often spotted here, including Winnie the Pooh and hard-to-find woodland critters. (Baloo, Pluto)
  

• Location: Disneyland Hotel
  
  
• Menu: Breakfast and Dinner
  
  
• Cost: $30-$60/plate; American fare
  
  
• BRUNCH PRICE: Adults $31.00, Children (3-9)$16.00
  
  
• DINNER PRICE: Adults: $37.00, Children (3-9) $16.00
  
  
• Hours: Brunch: 7:00 AM– 1:00 PM (Mon. thru Fri.), 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Sat. and Sun.) Dinner: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM Daily
  
  
• The main idea: With table service and a buffet, this classic Disney character experience is a favorite because of its lively ambiance. Dancing is a must when Goofy’s around and he encourages lots of interaction.
  
  
• What’s unique: This is your only opportunity for a character dinner, in or out of the parks.
  
  
• Lots of random characters (Aladdin, Alice
  

• Location: Paradise Pier Hotel
  
  
• Menu: Breakfast
  
  
• American fare
  
  
• BREAKFAST PRICE: Adults: $31.00, Children (3-9) $16.00
  
  
• Hours: 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM daily
  
  
• The main idea: Mickey Mouse and friends cause mischief throughout the beach-themed restaurant, stealing sips of milk and acting silly. This meal is very interactive and has proven to be one of the best available.
  
  
• What’s unique: Mickey is a guarantee here and is often only spotted at this dining experience.
  

• Location: California Adventure Park, Ariel’s Grotto Restaurant
  
  
• Menu: Breakfast and Lunch
  
  
• BREAKFAST PRICE: Adults: $37.00, Children (3-9) $19.00
  
  
• LUNCH PRICE: Adults: $39.00, Children (3-9) $21.00
  
  
• DINNER PRICE: Adults : $42.00, Children (3-9) $22.00
  
  
• The main idea: Ariel and her princess friends interact with guests as they eat.
  
  
• What’s unique: This is the only table service, higher-end character dining option and is a princess fan favorite. Tiered trays delight young and old with this ‘fancy’ meal.
  
  
• You may be surprised by a royal visit from Cinderella, Snow White, Belle and/or Aurora.
  

• Location: Disneyland, The Plaza Inn Restaurant
  
  
• Menu: Breakfast
  
  
• Pricing: $15-$30/plate; American
  
  
• Breakfast- $27, kids $13
  
  
• The main idea: Minnie and friends mingle at this breakfast on-site, with seating inside and out. Most people like indoor seating better because interaction is more likely and weather isn’t a factor.
  
  
• What’s unique: You can enjoy a view of the entrance to Tomorrowland while you dine and the Astro Orbitor is in view.
  
  
• Minnie is often joined by Pluto, Chip and Dale, Winnie the Pooh, Eeyore, Tigger and many others.
  

alicat8 said:

Hey everyone-Did some research on character dining. Most of this is from dlr prep school and allears. I just condensed a little and added more exact prices that I found.
http://dlrprepschool.com/a-complete-guide-to-character-meals-at-disneyland-resort/


IN THE RESORTS:


Storyteller’s Cafe – The Chip n Dale Critter Breakfast -

• Location: Grand Californian Hotel
  
  
• Menu: Breakfast
  
  
• BREAKFAST BUFFET PRICE: Adults: $28,Children (3-9) $13
  
  
• Breakfast Ala Carte Menu: Prices range from $16.99 - $22.99
  
  
• $30/plate; American, Asian, Mexican fare
  
  
• What’s unique: Unusual characters are often spotted here, including Winnie the Pooh and hard-to-find woodland critters. (Baloo, Pluto)

Goofy’s Kitchen -

• Location: Disneyland Hotel
  
  
• Menu: Breakfast and Dinner
  
  
• Cost: $30-$60/plate; American fare
  
  
• BRUNCH PRICE: Adults $31.00, Children (3-9)$16.00
  
  
• DINNER PRICE: Adults: $37.00, Children (3-9) $16.00
  
  
• Hours: Brunch: 7:00 AM– 1:00 PM (Mon. thru Fri.), 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Sat. and Sun.) Dinner: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM Daily
  
  
• The main idea: With table service and a buffet, this classic Disney character experience is a favorite because of its lively ambiance. Dancing is a must when Goofy’s around and he encourages lots of interaction.
  
  
• What’s unique: This is your only opportunity for a character dinner, in or out of the parks.
  
  
• Lots of random characters (Aladdin, Alice

Surf’s Up! Breakfast with Mickey and Friends -

• Location: Paradise Pier Hotel
  
  
• Menu: Breakfast
  
  
• American fare
  
  
• BREAKFAST PRICE: Adults: $31.00, Children (3-9) $16.00
  
  
• Hours: 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM daily
  
  
• The main idea: Mickey Mouse and friends cause mischief throughout the beach-themed restaurant, stealing sips of milk and acting silly. This meal is very interactive and has proven to be one of the best available.
  
  
• What’s unique: Mickey is a guarantee here and is often only spotted at this dining experience.

IN THE PARKS

Ariel’s Disney Princess Celebration -

• Location: California Adventure Park, Ariel’s Grotto Restaurant
  
  
• Menu: Breakfast and Lunch
  
  
• BREAKFAST PRICE: Adults: $37.00, Children (3-9) $19.00
  
  
• LUNCH PRICE: Adults: $39.00, Children (3-9) $21.00
  
  
• DINNER PRICE: Adults : $42.00, Children (3-9) $22.00
  
  
• The main idea: Ariel and her princess friends interact with guests as they eat.
  
  
• What’s unique: This is the only table service, higher-end character dining option and is a princess fan favorite. Tiered trays delight young and old with this ‘fancy’ meal.
  
  
• You may be surprised by a royal visit from Cinderella, Snow White, Belle and/or Aurora.

Breakfast in the Park with Minnie and Friends -

• Location: Disneyland, The Plaza Inn Restaurant
  
  
• Menu: Breakfast
  
  
• Pricing: $15-$30/plate; American
  
  
• Breakfast- $27, kids $13
  
  
• The main idea: Minnie and friends mingle at this breakfast on-site, with seating inside and out. Most people like indoor seating better because interaction is more likely and weather isn’t a factor.
  
  
• What’s unique: You can enjoy a view of the entrance to Tomorrowland while you dine and the Astro Orbitor is in view.
  
  
• Minnie is often joined by Pluto, Chip and Dale, Winnie the Pooh, Eeyore, Tigger and many others.

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1002jennisue said:

I am going in July for a convention from July 8th-12th, hoping it's not too busy. We are staying at the Disneyland resort and I am very excited!

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MeeskaMooska13 said:

We will be in Disneyland 7/6-7/12 and are "biting the bullet" by staying at the DLH. We actually arrive in California on 7/2 but will be spending the first few days of the trip in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park. It's the first visit for my kids! I, on the other hand, have been to DL twice before in the early 90's. These were just day trips and, obviously, before DCA. Essentially, I'm kind of counting this as my "first" time too! We are on the East coast so we are WDW vets. (I have probably already posted this info but I am too lazy to read through the thread to check!)

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elaine amj said:

That's what we are doing too - Seqouia/Kings Canyon for 3 days before Disney. We are staying one night in the motel room at Hume Lake Christian Campground and the 2nd night at a tent cabin in Grant Grove. Super excited to see the giant trees.

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PinkBudgie said:

It will be busy, this summer especially, but at least in July you have long park hours and late shows. Don't know if you will be able to go first thing in the morning if you have a convention to go to, but that really is best on a busy summer day. Of course, to me anytime is better than not at all!

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1002jennisue said:

I think Magic Morning starts at 7 and I don't have to be at the convention until 9 so I have a good hour and a half in the parks before the convention starts! Woo HOO!

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alicat8 said:

We are staying til Mondaaaaaay!!! Woooooo!!! No sure if DH will be down for any more park days at that point, but I may try to squeeze in a few more sit down dinners. Does anyone know how DL works for adrs? I know I can make them at 60 days out, but after that I can schedule any days after that right? Even if it's beyond the # of park days we have on our tickets? Or is it just 60 days from that one day you're trying to schedule?

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