Steak dinner.......Yachtsman or Le Cellier? - The DIS Discussion Forums

butsy113 · 10-05-2012, 04:00 PM

DH wants a good steak one night. We've never been to Yachtsman and he's never been to LC. Where should we go?

We will be staying BCV so both are easy to get to.

OKW Lover · 10-05-2012, 05:03 PM

Between the two of them there is no question that YSH is the better meal. That goes for service, food and atmosphere.

natshaul · 10-05-2012, 05:45 PM

I love lecelliers creme brulee though....no clue on the spelling! In my opinion, its the best! I don't know about the yachtsman though...

Dizzytime · 10-05-2012, 06:17 PM

Never been to either and wondering about the 'Disney feel' of both? I've been by Yachtsman (since we stay at BC), and walked by Le Cellier, too, but it's hard to tell.

To us it's more than food because, like most, we can get a good steak with good 'steakhouse' atmosphere right here at home. Feel the the whole trip to Disney World is not just about the best food but the most enjoyable, 'magical' time (relatively speaking...I know we're talking about a steakhouse), so wondering what your experiences are with that in mind?

Thanks in advance!

mickeynut1 · 10-05-2012, 08:40 PM

Having been to both, Yachtsman was amazing and Le Cellier was just ok. I'm glad I tried Le Cellier, but I am in no hurry to go back. Yachtsman, on the other hand, is one place I can't wait to go back to

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wdw lifer · 10-05-2012, 08:49 PM

Another vote for Yachtsman. We do both each trip but do lunch at LeCelier. Same stuff just a bit cheaper.

JimmyV · 10-05-2012, 08:53 PM

You can walk 2 minutes further and go to Shula's for the best steak on property. LC is OK. YSH is good. And Shula's is a cut above that.

Suellen · 10-05-2012, 09:44 PM

YSH is the clear winner for best steak..... Though I like the risotto at LC.

Each have unique dessert options that are awesome.

Kids prefer YSH.

butsy113 · 10-05-2012, 09:49 PM

Thanks for all the suggestions. I was leaning towards YS so we will probable go there. Also good to know that the kids will like YS too.

Ro Z · 10-05-2012, 10:04 PM

IMHO YS has been more consistant. Our first time at LeC was way back when they still served lobster tail as an add on. It came out undercooked, DH should know he was a cook for many years here in New England. Sent it back and was still undercooked. The next time a few years later everything was great. And then again another couple bad experiances. Steak coming out either overcooked or undercooked. Sides cold. While we have had great meals it is hit or miss! YS everytime it has been great. I do miss the roast chicken they used to serve

I know it is a steakhouse! Went for our 25th 4 year ago and every year since. This Nov we will be back. Try to get a table by the windows!

Disney Commando · 10-05-2012, 10:08 PM

If your not on the dining plan take him to Shula's at the Dolphin, IMO the best steaks hands down in WDW

Ro Z · 10-05-2012, 10:32 PM

Last time we were at Shulas about 5 yrs ago, everyone complained their steaks were too salty. We had filets and sirloins. I am a big salt eater and even I thought it was salty. Great cuts and tender as can be but...

goofy4prez · 10-06-2012, 07:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Disney Commando

If your not on the dining plan take him to Shula's at the Dolphin, IMO the best steaks hands down in WDW

I would agree with this 100%.

And to the OP, if you are on the dining plan I would go with Yachtsman over Le Cellier any day of the week.

Nancyg56 · 10-06-2012, 07:52 AM

Having dined at both YS and LC i would also suggest YS. My family fond LC to be rushed, crowded and really impersonal. Kind of like cattle in...........cattle out. The food was just okay. YS was the opposite with impeccable service, very comfortable atmosphere, and excellent food.

dvcterry · 10-06-2012, 09:20 AM

I would go for Yachtsman. The only time I had a bad experience there was when they placed the froth on the steak and the steak was raw, not rare, which I did not order anyway, I ordered medium, it came out raw & I asked for no froth. The chef came out with a new order for me, very apologetic and it was delicious. He was sincere and came out again to check again if it was good & I felt really bad. He looked so sad. I could tell he genuinely cared about that steak not being cooked properly. No biggee.

10-05-2012, 04:00 PM	#1
butsy113 Mouseketeer Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Central Illinois Posts: 341	Steak dinner.......Yachtsman or Le Cellier? DH wants a good steak one night. We've never been to Yachtsman and he's never been to LC. Where should we go? We will be staying BCV so both are easy to get to. __________________ ME,DH,DS (10),DD (9)BUZ,TINKERBELL,MILO

10-05-2012, 05:03 PM	#2
OKW Lover Yes, we love Old Key West Connoisseur of the fine things in life, and has the time to enjoy them (Just ask his wife) Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Plymouth, MA Posts: 17,339	Between the two of them there is no question that YSH is the better meal. That goes for service, food and atmosphere. __________________ Jeff

10-05-2012, 05:45 PM	#3
natshaul Earning My Ears Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Downriver, MI Posts: 56	I love lecelliers creme brulee though....no clue on the spelling! In my opinion, its the best! I don't know about the yachtsman though... __________________ Me , DH , DS 8 , DD 5

10-05-2012, 08:40 PM	#5
mickeynut1 DIS Veteran Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 8,463	Having been to both, Yachtsman was amazing and Le Cellier was just ok. I'm glad I tried Le Cellier, but I am in no hurry to go back. Yachtsman, on the other hand, is one place I can't wait to go back to . __________________ CBR July 2002 - BC December 2003 - WL CL Oct/Nov 2004 - WL September 2006 - Poly September 2007 - AKL/GF SL/WL January 2010 - AKL/GF December 2010 - GF RPC May 2011

10-05-2012, 08:49 PM	#6
wdw lifer Earning My Ears Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: MA Posts: 57	Another vote for Yachtsman. We do both each trip but do lunch at LeCelier. Same stuff just a bit cheaper. __________________ First trip off site 1989 AS S March 1995 OKW October 1997 WL November 1997 BV December 1999 WL November 2001 POR November 2006 CBR November 2007 CSR November 2008 YC November 2009 YC November 2010 BW November 2011 (no yacht available) Beach Club CLDecember 2012

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10-05-2012, 06:17 PM	#4
Dizzytime DIS Veteran Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 679	Never been to either and wondering about the 'Disney feel' of both? I've been by Yachtsman (since we stay at BC), and walked by Le Cellier, too, but it's hard to tell. To us it's more than food because, like most, we can get a good steak with good 'steakhouse' atmosphere right here at home. Feel the the whole trip to Disney World is not just about the best food but the most enjoyable, 'magical' time (relatively speaking...I know we're talking about a steakhouse), so wondering what your experiences are with that in mind? Thanks in advance!

10-05-2012, 08:53 PM	#7
JimmyV Por favor manténganse alejado de las puertas. Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 2,229	You can walk 2 minutes further and go to Shula's for the best steak on property. LC is OK. YSH is good. And Shula's is a cut above that.

10-05-2012, 09:44 PM	#8
Suellen DIS Veteran Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Celebration, FL Posts: 4,901	YSH is the clear winner for best steak..... Though I like the risotto at LC. Each have unique dessert options that are awesome. Kids prefer YSH. __________________ Yes ~ Disney CM are strict on height restrictions

10-05-2012, 09:49 PM	#9
butsy113 Mouseketeer Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Central Illinois Posts: 341	Thanks for all the suggestions. I was leaning towards YS so we will probable go there. Also good to know that the kids will like YS too. __________________ ME,DH,DS (10),DD (9)BUZ,TINKERBELL,MILO

10-05-2012, 10:04 PM	#10
Ro Z DIS Veteran Join Date: May 2010 Location: Salisbury, MA Posts: 2,408	IMHO YS has been more consistant. Our first time at LeC was way back when they still served lobster tail as an add on. It came out undercooked, DH should know he was a cook for many years here in New England. Sent it back and was still undercooked. The next time a few years later everything was great. And then again another couple bad experiances. Steak coming out either overcooked or undercooked. Sides cold. While we have had great meals it is hit or miss! YS everytime it has been great. I do miss the roast chicken they used to serve I know it is a steakhouse! Went for our 25th 4 year ago and every year since. This Nov we will be back. Try to get a table by the windows!

10-05-2012, 10:08 PM	#11
Disney Commando DDC Disney Fans Are Friends now I have some things to plan, I'm going to try to get the Dapper Dans Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: The Shore, NJ Posts: 5,216	If your not on the dining plan take him to Shula's at the Dolphin, IMO the best steaks hands down in WDW __________________ Me DH (43), DW (42) , DS (7) 1976 Contemp, 82 Contemp, 86 Contemp, 8/03 Honeymoon Off Site, 7/05 Off Site. 11/08 Off Site, Halloween till 11/08/09 ASM w/ Free DDP, Dis Dads Dec. Trip 12/5 - 12/11, 2010 8/11 ASM, 8/12 Off Site, 11/12 ASM Dis Dad Member #393 WDW Commando Member #1

10-05-2012, 10:32 PM	#12
Ro Z DIS Veteran Join Date: May 2010 Location: Salisbury, MA Posts: 2,408	Last time we were at Shulas about 5 yrs ago, everyone complained their steaks were too salty. We had filets and sirloins. I am a big salt eater and even I thought it was salty. Great cuts and tender as can be but...

10-06-2012, 07:52 AM	#14
Nancyg56 DIS Veteran Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: CT Posts: 13,881	Having dined at both YS and LC i would also suggest YS. My family fond LC to be rushed, crowded and really impersonal. Kind of like cattle in...........cattle out. The food was just okay. YS was the opposite with impeccable service, very comfortable atmosphere, and excellent food. __________________

10-06-2012, 09:20 AM	#15
dvcterry DIS Veteran Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: CT Posts: 1,633	I would go for Yachtsman. The only time I had a bad experience there was when they placed the froth on the steak and the steak was raw, not rare, which I did not order anyway, I ordered medium, it came out raw & I asked for no froth. The chef came out with a new order for me, very apologetic and it was delicious. He was sincere and came out again to check again if it was good & I felt really bad. He looked so sad. I could tell he genuinely cared about that steak not being cooked properly. No biggee. __________________ Terry

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