The Everything Victoria & Albert's Thread - Page 58 - The DIS Discussion Forums

Beka · 06-26-2012, 06:10 PM

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Originally Posted by AirGoofy

So, you all have sold me. I am ready to go now. And, I avoid wearing a tie work, and I'm even ready to put it on for V & A. Now, I just have to convince DW who thinks it is ridiculous to spend that much money on dinner. And, yes, I am doing the wine.

DO IT! And DH didn't wear a tie, just a button up shirt & jacket. It's not just dinner, it's an EXPERIENCE.
go cats!

AirGoofy · 06-26-2012, 08:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Beka

DO IT! And DH didn't wear a tie, just a button up shirt & jacket. It's not just dinner, it's an EXPERIENCE.
go cats!

I don't have to wear a tie? That is even better news. I'm in.

DrGaellon · 06-26-2012, 08:32 PM

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Originally Posted by AirGoofy

I don't have to wear a tie? That is even better news. I'm in.

Sports jacket or suit jacket yes, tie no.

WsPrincess · 06-26-2012, 08:53 PM

Has anyone not liked the Chef's Table? I only ask because when DH and I were talking about this he said he thought we might enjoy the QVR more because he was worried that the Chef's Table would be distracting or just too much (I am not sure exactly what he means). Anyone who would not do the Chef's Table if they had the chance?

AirGoofy · 06-26-2012, 09:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Beka

DO IT! And DH didn't wear a tie, just a button up shirt & jacket. It's not just dinner, it's an EXPERIENCE.
go cats!

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Originally Posted by DrGaellon

Sports jacket or suit jacket yes, tie no.

Thanks. I searched today and there is a reservation opening for our Fall trip. We would have to cancel Fulton's that day, and I really enjoy the king crab claws there, but I'm sure V&A would have a great seafood selection. Now, to convince DW.

cornflake · 06-27-2012, 04:12 AM

Out of curiosity, does anyone know if they do a vegetarian option? Like a chef's table vegetable tasting?

The menus are nearly entirely meat, which isn't that unusual but there are chefs that are accomodating and more and happily will do a veg tasting or menu.

Given the calling to check and personalization, just wondering if anyone had done that.

Cheshire Figment · 06-27-2012, 04:59 AM

There is a vegetarian menu. http://victoria-alberts.com/pdf/vegmenuf.pdf Also, you can substitute from the regular menu for some courses.

ChristineNic · 06-27-2012, 11:23 AM

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I have been wanting to go to V&A's for years. In the 14 years we have been together, DH has worn a jacket to dinner only three times and under protest (all three were for my work holiday dinners). Because of the dress code, I never even suggested V&A's because I thought that I could not convice DH to wear a dinner jacket on vacation.

The other night, DH asked me why I never suggested V&A's. He saw something on TV about it and he wants to go.

I'm not sure when we will go, but we will get to V&A's by the end of the year.

dburg30 · 06-27-2012, 01:59 PM

Reading thru this again I REALLY want to do V&A's but I want to do either QVR or CT (which that CT I understand is a 1 in a million chance). So for my wife and myself, would be between 700 and 800 from what I can tell for food, both wine pairings and tax and tip.. (700 if we split a pairing and 8 if we both got).. Guess I need to really start saving the nickels to do that.. Unless someone just feels like sending my wife and myself on a magical dinner when we go in Dec lol..

One of these days..

cornflake · 06-27-2012, 03:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Cheshire Figment

There is a vegetarian menu. http://victoria-alberts.com/pdf/vegmenuf.pdf Also, you can substitute from the regular menu for some courses.

Oh, cool, thanks! Not particularly creative-sounding, but it's not that expensive either (speaking from the land of Per Se, heh).

ctnurse · 06-27-2012, 05:40 PM

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Originally Posted by WsPrincess

Has anyone not liked the Chef's Table? I only ask because when DH and I were talking about this he said he thought we might enjoy the QVR more because he was worried that the Chef's Table would be distracting or just too much (I am not sure exactly what he means). Anyone who would not do the Chef's Table if they had the chance?

DBF and I ate in the QVR and loved it. The QVR is very romantic, we sat right by the fireplace and very much enjoyed the experience.

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Originally Posted by dburg30

Reading thru this again I REALLY want to do V&A's but I want to do either QVR or CT (which that CT I understand is a 1 in a million chance). So for my wife and myself, would be between 700 and 800 from what I can tell for food, both wine pairings and tax and tip.. (700 if we split a pairing and 8 if we both got).. Guess I need to really start saving the nickels to do that.. Unless someone just feels like sending my wife and myself on a magical dinner when we go in Dec lol..

One of these days..

That sounds about right for price. It is a lot of food, but so fantastic. We both had the wine pairing and they were very generous with the pours. We talked about trying the main dining room next time just because there was so much food.

Beka · 06-28-2012, 04:49 PM

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Originally Posted by AirGoofy

Thanks. I searched today and there is a reservation opening for our Fall trip. We would have to cancel Fulton's that day, and I really enjoy the king crab claws there, but I'm sure V&A would have a great seafood selection. Now, to convince DW.

You can get crab claws anywhere! V&As... only one place for that!

AirGoofy · 06-29-2012, 05:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Beka

You can get crab claws anywhere! V&As... only one place for that!

Well, in KY, I can't get crab claws anywhere, but I get your point. DW said we could go for our 15th anniversary, but that means 3 more years. I'll keep working on her.

Beka · 07-04-2012, 08:09 AM

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Originally Posted by AirGoofy

Well, in KY, I can't get crab claws anywhere, but I get your point. DW said we could go for our 15th anniversary, but that means 3 more years. I'll keep working on her.

Red Lobster? Ok, so not GOOD crab claws... Probably more catfish than anything there.. Mmmmmm catfish.... Now I'm homesick for BBQ & fried catfish. KY has great food.

NejTheLion · 07-07-2012, 12:44 PM

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Originally Posted by WsPrincess

Has anyone not liked the Chef's Table? I only ask because when DH and I were talking about this he said he thought we might enjoy the QVR more because he was worried that the Chef's Table would be distracting or just too much (I am not sure exactly what he means). Anyone who would not do the Chef's Table if they had the chance?

I like the option of the QVR because it does lend itself to the more romantic atmosphere of the dining room while still feeling private. You also have additional tableside service during a few of the courses, all while getting a menu comparable to the Chef's Table.

However, I would never pass up an opportunity to dine at the Chef's Table. Much more interaction with Chef Scott and/or Chef Amy that you can't have in the QVR. When you say "distracting" or "too much," I assume your DH is referring to the kind of kitchen atmosphere you see on television. Not even going to the extremes of Hell's Kitchen, most cooking reality shows present a high-stress, fast-paced environment. This is not the case at all at V&A. It's remarkably calm and completely ordered, but fascinating if you're interested in cooking. I think the most shocking thing we saw in the two times we've dined there was Chef Scott emptying a dish into the trash because he didn't like how it turned out. No yelling, just simply a need for a redo.

06-27-2012, 04:59 AM	#862
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dburg30 Ferb, I know what we're going to do today! Yes, I'm a middle aged guy that loves Disney Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Columbus, Ohio Posts: 6,747	Reading thru this again I REALLY want to do V&A's but I want to do either QVR or CT (which that CT I understand is a 1 in a million chance). So for my wife and myself, would be between 700 and 800 from what I can tell for food, both wine pairings and tax and tip.. (700 if we split a pairing and 8 if we both got).. Guess I need to really start saving the nickels to do that.. Unless someone just feels like sending my wife and myself on a magical dinner when we go in Dec lol.. One of these days.. __________________ Join me on 2014 DOPEY 4 race challenge on facebook at Darrell Goes Dopey! Follow me on my garmin connect account also

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06-26-2012, 08:53 PM	#859
WsPrincess DIS Veteran Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,201	Has anyone not liked the Chef's Table? I only ask because when DH and I were talking about this he said he thought we might enjoy the QVR more because he was worried that the Chef's Table would be distracting or just too much (I am not sure exactly what he means). Anyone who would not do the Chef's Table if they had the chance?

06-27-2012, 04:12 AM	#861
cornflake DIS Veteran Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 6,656	Out of curiosity, does anyone know if they do a vegetarian option? Like a chef's table vegetable tasting? The menus are nearly entirely meat, which isn't that unusual but there are chefs that are accomodating and more and happily will do a veg tasting or menu. Given the calling to check and personalization, just wondering if anyone had done that.

06-27-2012, 11:23 AM	#863
ChristineNic Mouseketeer Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Sunrise, FL Posts: 173	subbing I have been wanting to go to V&A's for years. In the 14 years we have been together, DH has worn a jacket to dinner only three times and under protest (all three were for my work holiday dinners). Because of the dress code, I never even suggested V&A's because I thought that I could not convice DH to wear a dinner jacket on vacation. The other night, DH asked me why I never suggested V&A's. He saw something on TV about it and he wants to go. I'm not sure when we will go, but we will get to V&A's by the end of the year.