Yachtsman Steakhouse or Don Shula's Steakhouse? - The DIS Discussion Forums

fflmaster · 03-17-2013, 10:47 PM

We are looking at doing an adult only dinner one night during our trip.

If you had to choose only one of Yachtsman or Don Shula's which would it be? and why?

Ro Z · 03-17-2013, 11:06 PM

We used to love Shulas. But the last couple times it really went downhill! DH filet was a rolled piece of meat shaped like a filet instead of a medallion (for lack of a better word). The last time we all thought our steaks were too salty. I am a salt-a-holic and everyone was shocked that I agreed. We haven't been in a few years. I have friends that still go and love it. But I remember the days that if you ordered bottled water you got refills all meal long. Now you get a bottle and if you have 4 people in your party. You get 1/2 a glass each. For the prices. I say no way. Yachtsmen is very expensive too but I haven't seen them skimp like Shulas does. Shulas is very dark inside too. Yachtsmen is lighter. Ask for a table by the windows. With a view of the pool. Very nice!!

sephorachick · 03-18-2013, 05:55 AM

I didn't find Shula's that amazing. We did LOVE Yachtsmen Steakhouse though on our last trip. Here is my review & pics

http://yohoyohobloggerslifeforme.blo...se-review.html

Hopefully · 03-18-2013, 06:34 AM

I haven't tried Shula's but it generally gets good reviews.
We will not return to Yachtsman Steakhouse though. We tried 3 times and just did not like our entrees at any meal. It is a beautiful restaurant, the service was great and the onion rolls are to die for. But beyond that, we don't like it at all. I was truly disappointed as I wanted to like it like everyone else does.
Good Luck

mickeynut1 · 03-18-2013, 08:07 AM

Shula's gets a good following here on the boards, but we've never eaten there. Yachtsman, however, was amazing and is now one of our favorites

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Robert P · 03-18-2013, 08:17 AM

Both are good, but Shula's has the better steaks. The lighting is dark, but there are WAY fewer children there, if looking for a quiet setting. We've done both, and wouldn't rule either of them out. They are by far the top 2 options for steak lovers at WDW.

Sunny37 · 03-18-2013, 08:17 AM

We ate at both Shula's and Yachtsman last week and both were great. I don't think you can go wrong with either...dessert was MUCH better at Shula's--had the trio creme brulee. YUM!

Uncleromulus · 03-18-2013, 08:44 AM

Robert P has it right--Shulas has better steak.

D&R love Disney · 03-18-2013, 09:29 AM

Shula's has always been a favorite of our (plus that's where we got engaged). This upcoming trip we are venturing to the Waldorf Astoria to try the Bull and Bear.

Pygoplites · 03-18-2013, 10:08 AM

Yachtsman = Buick
Shula's = Cadillac
Bull & Bear = Bentley (or at least an S-Class)

My main problems with Yachtsman are: 1) quality of the beef is good, but not great; 2) they have a poor track record of not delivering steaks as ordered (over/undercooked). Their menu choices are also rather limited compared to most steakhouses. To me, YSH is just an average mid-level hotel chophouse. It definitely ranks below places like Ruth's Chris, Morton's, Mastro's, etc., even though it is almost as expensive.

MinnieGirl33 · 03-18-2013, 10:16 AM

Shula's without question.

Dying to try Bull & Bear.

kbelle8995 · 03-18-2013, 10:54 AM

Just went to Shula's last week. Have been to Yachtsman in the past.

Love both but Shula's has the edge. The service was excellent as was the food. We split a Wedge salad (fantastic) and a double potato also very good.

I got the Sea Scallops which were cooked to perfection.
Sister got the Prime rib. Huge and tender. She could not finish it. We were most impressed

The service staff is very attentive but they do not hover. Warm and very friendly.

psac · 03-18-2013, 12:18 PM

Have not tried Shula's, but liked Yachtsman's a lot. If you do hit Yachtsmans, they have EXCELLENT sides, and you can change the side that comes with the steak with something different if you prefer that. The mashed potatoes and mac & cheese are both incredible, while the fries look very boring. Some waiters will offer the switch, while others won't, but all will do it of you ask.

jiminyfan · 03-18-2013, 05:16 PM

We prefer Shulas over any other steak at Disney. It is by far the highest quality of meat comparing to Yachtsman, LeCellier or Jiko.

And the always make it to the temp you ask for.

Jennasis · 03-18-2013, 05:26 PM

Where is the Waldorf and why do people keep mentioning it when discussing Disney restaurants? Is the Waldorf on property? We always have a car and wouldn't mind driving to it if it's close to the resort.

03-17-2013, 10:47 PM	#1
fflmaster DIS Veteran Join Date: Feb 2002 Posts: 649	Yachtsman Steakhouse or Don Shula's Steakhouse? We are looking at doing an adult only dinner one night during our trip. If you had to choose only one of Yachtsman or Don Shula's which would it be? and why? __________________ _____________________________________________

03-18-2013, 05:55 AM	#3
sephorachick DIS Veteran Join Date: May 2011 Location: Charles Town,WV Posts: 1,762	I didn't find Shula's that amazing. We did LOVE Yachtsmen Steakhouse though on our last trip. Here is my review & pics http://yohoyohobloggerslifeforme.blo...se-review.html __________________ Kate WDWCP Spring 99-Spring 00 Me: Husband: Pacey Minnie Vicky Ginger Check out my Disney blog! www.yohoyohobloggerslifeforme.blogspot.com Today's entry is on my Brown Derby restaurant review & pics! Facebook page for my Disney blog! Please "LIKE" http://www.facebook.com/pages/Yohoyo...99050306822131

03-18-2013, 06:34 AM	#4
Hopefully DIS Veteran Join Date: Nov 1999 Location: Boston Area, MA Posts: 7,410	I haven't tried Shula's but it generally gets good reviews. We will not return to Yachtsman Steakhouse though. We tried 3 times and just did not like our entrees at any meal. It is a beautiful restaurant, the service was great and the onion rolls are to die for. But beyond that, we don't like it at all. I was truly disappointed as I wanted to like it like everyone else does. Good Luck __________________

03-18-2013, 08:07 AM	#5
mickeynut1 DIS Veteran Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 8,889	Shula's gets a good following here on the boards, but we've never eaten there. Yachtsman, however, was amazing and is now one of our favorites . __________________ Country Inn & Suites LBV June 2001 - CBR July 2002 - BC December 2003 - WL CL Oct/Nov 2004 - WL September 2006 - All Star Vacation Homes March 2007 -Poly September 2007 - All Star Vacation Homes March 2008 - AKL/GF SL/WL January 2010 - AKL/GF December 2010 - GF RPC May 2011

03-18-2013, 08:17 AM	#6
Robert P GLOBEX - taking over your world one country at a time Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Piedmont - NC Posts: 2,366	Both are good, but Shula's has the better steaks. The lighting is dark, but there are WAY fewer children there, if looking for a quiet setting. We've done both, and wouldn't rule either of them out. They are by far the top 2 options for steak lovers at WDW. __________________ "Never mud wrestle with a pig. You are both going to get filthy, but the difference is, the pig likes it!" Past Trips: 12/97 - CSR, CR: 12/99 - ASSP, WL 09/00 - POFQ:02/03 - BWV: 10/03 - BWV: 11/03 - BWV, AKL: 01/04 - CBR, AKL: 9/04 - POP, BCV, POR: 10/04 - BCV, (offsite-Radisson-yuck!): 11/05 - Dolphin, BCV, BWV: 10/06 - BCV: 11/06 - Dolphin, BCV: 07/07 - Dolphin, (offsite-Sheraton Safari- AOK!) 11/07 - BCV, Dolphin: 04/08 - Dolphin, BWV: 08/08 - POP, WL: 10/08 - BCV, Swan: 09/09 - Dolphin, (offsite-Sheraton Safari): 11/09 - Swan, BCV 10/10 - Dolphin, BCV Robert P's April 2008 Dining Reviews: http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1791298 Robert P's Fall 2007 Dining Reviews: http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1630586

03-17-2013, 11:06 PM	#2
Ro Z DIS Veteran Join Date: May 2010 Location: Salisbury, MA Posts: 2,445	We used to love Shulas. But the last couple times it really went downhill! DH filet was a rolled piece of meat shaped like a filet instead of a medallion (for lack of a better word). The last time we all thought our steaks were too salty. I am a salt-a-holic and everyone was shocked that I agreed. We haven't been in a few years. I have friends that still go and love it. But I remember the days that if you ordered bottled water you got refills all meal long. Now you get a bottle and if you have 4 people in your party. You get 1/2 a glass each. For the prices. I say no way. Yachtsmen is very expensive too but I haven't seen them skimp like Shulas does. Shulas is very dark inside too. Yachtsmen is lighter. Ask for a table by the windows. With a view of the pool. Very nice!!

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03-18-2013, 08:17 AM	#7
Sunny37 DIS Veteran Join Date: Dec 2002 Posts: 560	We ate at both Shula's and Yachtsman last week and both were great. I don't think you can go wrong with either...dessert was MUCH better at Shula's--had the trio creme brulee. YUM! __________________

03-18-2013, 08:44 AM	#8
Uncleromulus DIS Veteran Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Glen Rock Pa. Posts: 14,263	Robert P has it right--Shulas has better steak. __________________ 1'st Disney experience-- Movie "Peter Pan", 1953, Naval Air Station Theatre, Pensacola Florida. WDW first meal-Papeete Bay Verandah, Sept. 1975 Victoria and Alberts first dinner Sept. 1988 Vacation Club since 1992 Next trip--Disney Cruise on the Fantasy Oct 12, 2013

03-18-2013, 09:29 AM	#9
D&R love Disney DIS Veteran Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: MA Posts: 2,737	Shula's has always been a favorite of our (plus that's where we got engaged). This upcoming trip we are venturing to the Waldorf Astoria to try the Bull and Bear. __________________

03-18-2013, 10:08 AM	#10
Pygoplites Mouseketeer Join Date: May 2009 Location: Chicagoland Posts: 319	Yachtsman = Buick Shula's = Cadillac Bull & Bear = Bentley (or at least an S-Class) My main problems with Yachtsman are: 1) quality of the beef is good, but not great; 2) they have a poor track record of not delivering steaks as ordered (over/undercooked). Their menu choices are also rather limited compared to most steakhouses. To me, YSH is just an average mid-level hotel chophouse. It definitely ranks below places like Ruth's Chris, Morton's, Mastro's, etc., even though it is almost as expensive.

03-18-2013, 10:16 AM	#11
MinnieGirl33 Hockey Mom to 2 Join Date: May 2003 Location: NJ Posts: 4,263	Shula's without question. Dying to try Bull & Bear. __________________ Me DH DS19 DS15 Minnie Mia

03-18-2013, 10:54 AM	#12
kbelle8995 DIS Veteran Join Date: May 2009 Location: Tallahassee, Fla Posts: 915	Just went to Shula's last week. Have been to Yachtsman in the past. Love both but Shula's has the edge. The service was excellent as was the food. We split a Wedge salad (fantastic) and a double potato also very good. I got the Sea Scallops which were cooked to perfection. Sister got the Prime rib. Huge and tender. She could not finish it. We were most impressed The service staff is very attentive but they do not hover. Warm and very friendly.

03-18-2013, 12:18 PM	#13
psac DIS Veteran Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Staten Island, NY Posts: 1,772	Have not tried Shula's, but liked Yachtsman's a lot. If you do hit Yachtsmans, they have EXCELLENT sides, and you can change the side that comes with the steak with something different if you prefer that. The mashed potatoes and mac & cheese are both incredible, while the fries look very boring. Some waiters will offer the switch, while others won't, but all will do it of you ask. __________________ “It's kind of fun to do the impossible.” - Walt Disney Upcoming Poly CL July 2014, VWL/DCL Fantasy Sep 2013, BWV Nov 2013, AKL-K Apr 2014 Past AKL CL Apr 2013, BWV Nov 2012, BC CL June 2012, BLT Apr 2012, BWV Nov 2011, CR July 2011, BWI CL Nov 2010, GF CL Apr 2010, GF Apr 2009, Omni Champ. Apr 2007, POR Oct 2003

03-18-2013, 05:16 PM	#14
jiminyfan Daddy, Dreamer and WDWnut Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Palmyra, PA,USA Posts: 1,024	Shula's hands down We prefer Shulas over any other steak at Disney. It is by far the highest quality of meat comparing to Yachtsman, LeCellier or Jiko. And the always make it to the temp you ask for. __________________ DavE Jiminyfan Time for a break from Disney vacations.

03-18-2013, 05:26 PM	#15
Jennasis It's a miracle! I stayed awake during the El Rio Del Tiempo ride! Let's not even TOUCH the whole Dog vs. dawg vs. Dowg thing! PLINKO baby! Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: The Triad, NC Posts: 21,041	Where is the Waldorf and why do people keep mentioning it when discussing Disney restaurants? Is the Waldorf on property? We always have a car and wouldn't mind driving to it if it's close to the resort. __________________

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