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tink1953 · 01-06-2013, 03:25 PM

Is there a table service place that you can just get dessert ?? I don't care for some of the menu items, especially at Be our Guest

ses1230 · 01-06-2013, 05:41 PM

Th dessert menu at BOG is the same at lunch, I believ. Maybe there is something at lunch you would like?

TruBlu · 01-06-2013, 06:44 PM

As long as it isn't a buffet, you should be allowed to order whatever you want. I don't believe there are any rules saying you have to order an entree.

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trishwal · 01-09-2013, 07:09 PM

It's so cool that we CAN just have dessert at BOG -I agree that the dinner menu just seems too "heavy" and since we're trying to maximize the short amount of time it looks like dessert and possibly a few appetizers will probably do best. Has any one ever had trouble with cast members getting frustrated that you've ordered only dessert?

mad madam mim78 · 01-09-2013, 07:26 PM

If I were in it solely for the dessert I would book the Tomorrowland terrace dessert party!!! Holy moley!!!

trishwal · 01-10-2013, 07:48 PM

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Originally Posted by mad madam mim78

If I were in it solely for the dessert I would book the Tomorrowland terrace dessert party!!! Holy moley!!!

I hadn't heard of that but sounds interesting- the thing is, it's not in Belle's ballroom, which is the real draw, don't you think?

Disney_Princess83 · 01-11-2013, 02:30 AM

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Originally Posted by tink1953

Is there a table service place that you can just get dessert ?? I don't care for some of the menu items, especially at Be our Guest

We've gone to many different table service just for dessert. As long as it's not a buffet, you're fine.

TDC Nala · 01-11-2013, 08:19 AM

Servers should not be "frustrated" or display rude behavior to a guest if they do not order an entree. If this happens, it is not standard procedure.

If you just want dessert and to see the ballroom, I'd go with lunch at BOG. The dessert menu is the same at lunch as it is at dinner. Plus when you are done with your dessert you can look in all the other rooms, that would be more awkward to do at dinner. And you get to see the talking suits of armor.

If you're going for dinner with others who are planning on ordering meals or appetizers and all you want is a cupcake, then go ahead and just order the cupcake. If a server gave me crap about that I'd probably want to say something to the manager. If your entire party is only going to order desserts, the desserts are small and you won't get to spend much time in the ballroom. I'd recommend lunch for that.

tink1953 · 01-11-2013, 02:00 PM

Thanks for the replys...I didn't think about doing appetizers thats a good idea too..

I asked because we went into a small resturant next to our hotel in NYC, sat down, server came over to take our order, no problem...then a manager came over and asked us to leave, said we couldn't just order dessert...boy were we mad...the nerve, it wasn't even busy there were plenty of tables available...I had never heard of such a thing..

figment_jii · 01-11-2013, 02:19 PM

As all of the PP have indicated, there should be no problem just ordering a dessert at a TS venue. The servers should be fine with that. Just remember, whether you order a full meal or just the dessert, you'll still want to consider making an ADR. Most TS places are not equip to handle "to go orders" regardless of the amount of food ordered. You might be able to get a walk-up seating, but if you know for sure you want to eat somewhere (even if it's just for dessert), I'd still make an ADR to be sure I get a table.

Cheshire Figment · 01-11-2013, 09:59 PM

Here is a report from one major restaurant on desserts only.

TruBlu · 01-11-2013, 10:25 PM

I'm starting to think we might just do apps & desserts only, too. The food pics I've seen so far just don't look that good to me...

But, I MUST go!!!!!

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Ro Z · 01-11-2013, 10:32 PM

Just going to BoG for dessert would be a waist(lol) of time. They serve cupcakes. I mean I enjoyed my triple chocolate cupcake both times I had it. But it is a cupcake and not a huge one either. There are soooooo many other places that have truly yummy desserts! BTW we loved both lunch and dinner at BoG. Steak sandwich at lunch and steaks for dinner. DDIL enjoyed the ratatouille too!

TruBlu · 01-11-2013, 10:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Ro Z

Just going to BoG for dessert would be a waist(lol) of time. They serve cupcakes. I mean I enjoyed my triple chocolate cupcake both times I had it. But it is a cupcake and not a huge one either. There are soooooo many other places that have truly yummy desserts! BTW we loved both lunch and dinner at BoG. Steak sandwich at lunch and steaks for dinner. DDIL enjoyed the ratatouille too!

Was the steak fatty? My food snob family only likes filets. I'm afraid they'd hate it.

I don't think the cupcakes look good either. I just want to go there.

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partigus · 01-11-2013, 10:48 PM

if we do an appetizer/ dessert type meal- we always (given decent service) tip a higher % to help the server make up for the loss of revenue. My wife and I both had hospitality jobs when we were young and are sensitive to this-

01-06-2013, 03:25 PM	#1
tink1953 Tink rocks!!!!!!! Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Cincinnati, Oh Posts: 602	Dessert only??? Is there a table service place that you can just get dessert ?? I don't care for some of the menu items, especially at Be our Guest __________________

01-06-2013, 05:41 PM	#2
ses1230 DIS Veteran Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Philly 'burbs Posts: 3,622	Th dessert menu at BOG is the same at lunch, I believ. Maybe there is something at lunch you would like? __________________ 1978 CR 2006 CR 2007 OKW 2008 SSR 2009 GF 2010 BLT 2011 BLT 2012 AKV 2013 BCV

01-06-2013, 06:44 PM	#3
TruBlu I was very excited to see how yummy it looks! You can do what we do and go to BOTH! I could have been contender.... instead, I'm just itchy Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: North Carolina Posts: 10,636	As long as it isn't a buffet, you should be allowed to order whatever you want. I don't believe there are any rules saying you have to order an entree. Sent from Tracey's iPhone using DISBoards __________________ 2006-CSR 2007-POP, SSR 2008, 2009-POFQ 2010-Christmas with Mickey at AKL 2013-AKL Me (Tracey) DH DS13 DS11 "Not all treasure is silver and gold, mate." -Captain Jack Sparrow

01-09-2013, 07:26 PM	#5
mad madam mim78 DIS Veteran Join Date: May 2012 Posts: 928	If I were in it solely for the dessert I would book the Tomorrowland terrace dessert party!!! Holy moley!!! __________________ DHMeDSDDD D

01-11-2013, 08:19 AM	#8
TDC Nala 1937, what a year that was Diet Coke on Ice or Else I apparently don't do anything they want to stimulate Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Not far enough outside the Beltway Posts: 54,376	Servers should not be "frustrated" or display rude behavior to a guest if they do not order an entree. If this happens, it is not standard procedure. If you just want dessert and to see the ballroom, I'd go with lunch at BOG. The dessert menu is the same at lunch as it is at dinner. Plus when you are done with your dessert you can look in all the other rooms, that would be more awkward to do at dinner. And you get to see the talking suits of armor. If you're going for dinner with others who are planning on ordering meals or appetizers and all you want is a cupcake, then go ahead and just order the cupcake. If a server gave me crap about that I'd probably want to say something to the manager. If your entire party is only going to order desserts, the desserts are small and you won't get to spend much time in the ballroom. I'd recommend lunch for that. __________________ Last edited by TDC Nala; 01-11-2013 at 08:25 AM.

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01-09-2013, 07:09 PM	#4
trishwal 5timer to WDW Join Date: Apr 2012 Posts: 96	It's so cool that we CAN just have dessert at BOG -I agree that the dinner menu just seems too "heavy" and since we're trying to maximize the short amount of time it looks like dessert and possibly a few appetizers will probably do best. Has any one ever had trouble with cast members getting frustrated that you've ordered only dessert?

01-11-2013, 02:00 PM	#9
tink1953 Tink rocks!!!!!!! Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Cincinnati, Oh Posts: 602	Thanks for the replys...I didn't think about doing appetizers thats a good idea too.. I asked because we went into a small resturant next to our hotel in NYC, sat down, server came over to take our order, no problem...then a manager came over and asked us to leave, said we couldn't just order dessert...boy were we mad...the nerve, it wasn't even busy there were plenty of tables available...I had never heard of such a thing.. __________________

01-11-2013, 02:19 PM	#10
figment_jii DIS Veteran Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 4,634	As all of the PP have indicated, there should be no problem just ordering a dessert at a TS venue. The servers should be fine with that. Just remember, whether you order a full meal or just the dessert, you'll still want to consider making an ADR. Most TS places are not equip to handle "to go orders" regardless of the amount of food ordered. You might be able to get a walk-up seating, but if you know for sure you want to eat somewhere (even if it's just for dessert), I'd still make an ADR to be sure I get a table. __________________ Figment Forever

01-11-2013, 09:59 PM	#11
Cheshire Figment Friend of Figment Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Poinciana, FL (20 miles to WDW) Posts: 36,572	Here is a report from one major restaurant on desserts only. __________________ 41 WDW Stays Totalling 321 nights between 1987 and mid-2003. Animal Kingdom Lodge; All Stars(2); Beach Club; Boardwalk Inn; Caribbean Beach (9); Contemporary Tower (13); Courtyard (2); Disney Institute; Dixie Landings; Grand Floridian; Grosvenor; Hilton; Old Key West; Polynesian; Port Orleans; Royal Plaza; Shades of Green; Wilderness Lodge; Marriott World Center (3); Other Off-Property (Other Than just 1st or last Night) (8). Now Working Part Time at Walt Disney World! (Guest Services/Ticket Sales/Turnstile Greeter) A few very helpful links which are on DisBoards: Everything About WDW Tickets and this one disABILITIES FAQs

01-11-2013, 10:25 PM	#12
TruBlu I was very excited to see how yummy it looks! You can do what we do and go to BOTH! I could have been contender.... instead, I'm just itchy Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: North Carolina Posts: 10,636	I'm starting to think we might just do apps & desserts only, too. The food pics I've seen so far just don't look that good to me... But, I MUST go!!!!! Sent from Tracey's iPhone using DISBoards __________________ 2006-CSR 2007-POP, SSR 2008, 2009-POFQ 2010-Christmas with Mickey at AKL 2013-AKL Me (Tracey) DH DS13 DS11 "Not all treasure is silver and gold, mate." -Captain Jack Sparrow

01-11-2013, 10:32 PM	#13
Ro Z DIS Veteran Join Date: May 2010 Location: Salisbury, MA Posts: 2,408	Just going to BoG for dessert would be a waist(lol) of time. They serve cupcakes. I mean I enjoyed my triple chocolate cupcake both times I had it. But it is a cupcake and not a huge one either. There are soooooo many other places that have truly yummy desserts! BTW we loved both lunch and dinner at BoG. Steak sandwich at lunch and steaks for dinner. DDIL enjoyed the ratatouille too!

01-11-2013, 10:48 PM	#15
partigus Mouseketeer Join Date: Dec 2012 Posts: 121	one thing we do... if we do an appetizer/ dessert type meal- we always (given decent service) tip a higher % to help the server make up for the loss of revenue. My wife and I both had hospitality jobs when we were young and are sensitive to this- __________________ 2012 Lowes Royal Pacific (Heresy right?)Wilderness Lodge and Swan (6) 2011 Yacht Club (5) 2010 Contemporary (5) 2009 Beach Club Villas (6) 2008 Wilderness Lodge (5) 2005 French Quarter (7) 2004 Wilderness Lodge (2) 2004 Marriott World Center (2) 2003 Polynesian (4) 1996 Port Orleans (4) 1992 Off Site (2) 1988 Grad Night (1) 1988 Naval Training Center (1) 1987 Grad Night (1) 1987 Naval Training Center (1) Several family day trips- early 80's (4) Trips to Fort Wilderness Campgrounds in early 70's (?)

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