San Angel Inn review - The DIS Discussion Forums

cwnhokie · 03-15-2006, 07:45 AM

I had posted a question a while back asking for reccommendations for a family friendly restaurant in EPCOT. The responses I got were Beirgarden, Teppani, and San Angel Inn in that order. After much thought, I had decided on Beaches and Cream, so DH and Grandma could try out the ice cream. Well we ended up going to B&C the day before without grandma, who was recovering from her MK day and could hardly walk, so we set out for EPCOT with no plan and no ADRs.

Sometime mid day, after an outburst by me in Turtle Talk with Crush, (with foot stomping, pouting, and arms waving about not wanting to be touched for 5 seconds) it was brought to my attention that it was time for lunch. Well I didn't want to come to EPCOT and eat in Future World, no offense to Future World but I wanted to try one of the countries. We were too tired and hungry to go very far so that made it either Canada or Mexico. We opted for South of the Border. DH opted for the sit down San Angel Inn, which surprise me, but he decided we needed a break and to recharge.

We stopped at the Kidcot station and then went to check if there was anything available. We were seated right away. I had read many mixed reviews on San Angel Inn, one of which was the complaint that it was too dark. It was very dark, I could hardly see to read the menu. We decided on Chicken Nuggets for the kids to share, Pollo A las Rajas for DH and Plato National for me. I really had no idea what I was getting. DS5 fell asleep as soon as we ordered and slept on DH's lap the whole meal. DS3 stuffed himself with chips and salsa and then rice and seemed to be a non stop eating machine. DH and I relaxed and enjoyed the scenery of the mexican market place and the Rio Del Tiempo. I am very picky about what I eat, but I could hardly see it and decided to just dig in. I'm glad I did and didn't pick through it because it was wonderful. After spending some time there I really felt like I was in another place. Mexico at dusk, not Orlando in the middle of the day. It was just what we needed to recharge for the rest of the day. I'm glad the mixed reviews didn't scare me off. Before we left DS3 and I rode El rio del tiempo while DS5 slept with DH. It was cute and just his speed, half way through he yelled "Its a small world mom!" It did resemble it. Who says 2 year olds don't remember their trip to Disney. We hadn't been on Its a small World yet this trip, so he obviously remembered it from our first trip in May 2005. It was the perfect middle to a perfect day at EPCOT, which was the perfect middle to a perfect trip to WDW!

Mamu · 03-15-2006, 08:19 AM

Thanks for the review.

I know this restaurant gets mixed reviews. We love it.

SteeleTig · 03-15-2006, 08:27 AM

I love the San Angel Inn as well, the "marketplace at dusk" atmosphere is great and really does give you a nice break from the hot, bright Orlando sun.

islandbeachnut · 03-15-2006, 09:17 AM

I'm glad you had a great time. The San Angel Inn is my favorite in Epcot.

pennyplanner · 03-15-2006, 09:20 AM

cwnhokie,

Let's hear it for that break in the middle of the day. It sounds like you found the perfect place!

Thanks for the review.

--penny

maggiew · 03-15-2006, 09:47 AM

Thanks for the review. I always thought the menu looked good and so did the pictures I have seen of the food. I want to try there but have been afraid because of the bad reviews. But I might try it next time!!

Maggie

Dana49 · 11-01-2006, 03:31 PM

I did a search for the San Angel Inn and discovered your review. We're trying to decide whether to dine there or not. Your review helped a lot. Thanks!

jess20k · 11-01-2006, 08:14 PM

I'm glad to hear that you enjoyed it! I love San Angel Inn, and go there everytime we go to WDW!

MJMcBride · 11-01-2006, 10:17 PM

The San Angel Inn along with Boma is my favorite place in WDW.

ro80 · 11-01-2006, 11:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MJMcBride

The San Angel Inn along with Boma is my favorite place in WDW.

I hate making decisions! I booked both San Angel Inn and Boma for our last night when we go in May because I couldn't decide which one to do. I asked about both when I made the ressies with the CM and he said he loved San Angel, while not being overly enthused about Boma, (although he did say their prime rib was great) but I have seen so many great reviews about Boma that I just can't decide. Why does eating have to be so complicated????

deltachi8 · 11-01-2006, 11:32 PM

Thanks for the review! San Angel Inn is my favorite place to eat at WDW.

monami7 · 11-01-2006, 11:55 PM

We may try it for lunch we always say we will and still have not gone. Thanks for the review.

Minniespal · 11-02-2006, 08:22 AM

Enjoyed reading your review ~ Thanx for sharing.

i<3Disney · 11-02-2006, 11:39 AM

Thanks for the review! and P.S..... GO HOKIES

03-15-2006, 07:45 AM	#1
cwnhokie DIS Veteran Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Charles Town WV Posts: 1,018	San Angel Inn review I had posted a question a while back asking for reccommendations for a family friendly restaurant in EPCOT. The responses I got were Beirgarden, Teppani, and San Angel Inn in that order. After much thought, I had decided on Beaches and Cream, so DH and Grandma could try out the ice cream. Well we ended up going to B&C the day before without grandma, who was recovering from her MK day and could hardly walk, so we set out for EPCOT with no plan and no ADRs. Sometime mid day, after an outburst by me in Turtle Talk with Crush, (with foot stomping, pouting, and arms waving about not wanting to be touched for 5 seconds) it was brought to my attention that it was time for lunch. Well I didn't want to come to EPCOT and eat in Future World, no offense to Future World but I wanted to try one of the countries. We were too tired and hungry to go very far so that made it either Canada or Mexico. We opted for South of the Border. DH opted for the sit down San Angel Inn, which surprise me, but he decided we needed a break and to recharge. We stopped at the Kidcot station and then went to check if there was anything available. We were seated right away. I had read many mixed reviews on San Angel Inn, one of which was the complaint that it was too dark. It was very dark, I could hardly see to read the menu. We decided on Chicken Nuggets for the kids to share, Pollo A las Rajas for DH and Plato National for me. I really had no idea what I was getting. DS5 fell asleep as soon as we ordered and slept on DH's lap the whole meal. DS3 stuffed himself with chips and salsa and then rice and seemed to be a non stop eating machine. DH and I relaxed and enjoyed the scenery of the mexican market place and the Rio Del Tiempo. I am very picky about what I eat, but I could hardly see it and decided to just dig in. I'm glad I did and didn't pick through it because it was wonderful. After spending some time there I really felt like I was in another place. Mexico at dusk, not Orlando in the middle of the day. It was just what we needed to recharge for the rest of the day. I'm glad the mixed reviews didn't scare me off. Before we left DS3 and I rode El rio del tiempo while DS5 slept with DH. It was cute and just his speed, half way through he yelled "Its a small world mom!" It did resemble it. Who says 2 year olds don't remember their trip to Disney. We hadn't been on Its a small World yet this trip, so he obviously remembered it from our first trip in May 2005. It was the perfect middle to a perfect day at EPCOT, which was the perfect middle to a perfect trip to WDW!

03-15-2006, 08:19 AM	#2
Mamu DIS Veteran A perennial favorite My children call me "Mud Duck" Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Mass Posts: 5,844	Thanks for the review. I know this restaurant gets mixed reviews. We love it. __________________ MAMU A special friend is someone who reaches for your hand and touches your heart.

03-15-2006, 09:17 AM	#4
islandbeachnut Mouseketeer Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Too far from Main Street Posts: 287	I'm glad you had a great time. The San Angel Inn is my favorite in Epcot. __________________

03-15-2006, 09:47 AM	#6
maggiew If she hates to be wet, then how does the survive bathing? Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Chicago Posts: 5,996	Thanks for the review. I always thought the menu looked good and so did the pictures I have seen of the food. I want to try there but have been afraid because of the bad reviews. But I might try it next time!! Maggie __________________ Maybe next year ... Disneyland Oct 2009 * Beach Club July 2009 * AsMo Dec 2007 Mousefest! * Old Key West July 2006 * Pop Century Dec. 2005 Mousefest! * Sheraton Safari July 2005 * Pop Century/Portofino Bay Hotel August 2004 * Coronado Springs Nov 2003 * Dolphin June 2003 * POR Nov/Dec 2002 * AsMu 1999 * AsSp 1997

11-01-2006, 03:31 PM	#7
Dana49 No longer lonely without a tag The TF's think you like your beer ;-) If you love the magic, you'll never be too old Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Western Massachusetts Posts: 2,565	I did a search for the San Angel Inn and discovered your review. We're trying to decide whether to dine there or not. Your review helped a lot. Thanks! __________________ "Adults are just obsolete children." Dr. Seuss

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03-15-2006, 08:27 AM	#3
SteeleTig Mouseketeer Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: NYC Posts: 185	I love the San Angel Inn as well, the "marketplace at dusk" atmosphere is great and really does give you a nice break from the hot, bright Orlando sun.

03-15-2006, 09:20 AM	#5
pennyplanner DIS Veteran Join Date: Aug 1999 Location: New England Posts: 1,462	cwnhokie, Let's hear it for that break in the middle of the day. It sounds like you found the perfect place! Thanks for the review. --penny

11-01-2006, 08:14 PM	#8
jess20k DIS Veteran Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 1,487	I'm glad to hear that you enjoyed it! I love San Angel Inn, and go there everytime we go to WDW! __________________ NEXT TRIP: Mar 2010: CSRLAST TRIP: May 2009: POFQ AKL, WL, POFQ, POR, CBR, BC, CR, Dixie Landings and 4 offsite

11-01-2006, 10:17 PM	#9
MJMcBride Barely lost is barely found Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: NJ Posts: 3,832	The San Angel Inn along with Boma is my favorite place in WDW. __________________ you are not the first to pass this way, nor shall you be the last..... WWW.MOUSEEXTRA.COM Feeding the disney addiction daily

11-01-2006, 11:32 PM	#11
deltachi8 Smells of rich mahogany Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 1,580	Thanks for the review! San Angel Inn is my favorite place to eat at WDW. __________________

11-01-2006, 11:55 PM	#12
monami7 DIS Veteran Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Long Island Posts: 1,382	We may try it for lunch we always say we will and still have not gone. Thanks for the review. __________________ ME, DH, DD Alexei(12) DD Lilly(3) DD Aurora(2) www.gettingourgirls.blogspot.com DVC member since 2005 Avatar is my family looking off our balcony at Vero Beach in Jan!

11-02-2006, 08:22 AM	#13
Minniespal The Original 'Free Spirit' Who's Next?? Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Glasgow, Scotland Posts: 52,291	Enjoyed reading your review ~ Thanx for sharing. __________________

11-02-2006, 11:39 AM	#14
i<3Disney Wants to live in the 80's, marry Clive Owen, and move into the Hollywood Tower Hotel. Does not understand why people put sprinkles on ice cream. Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Deptford, NJ Posts: 553	Thanks for the review! and P.S..... GO HOKIES __________________ WDWCP Spring 2003 6 offsite trips, 1 Contemporary, 13 Boardwalk Inn, 4 Disney Institute (I miss youuu), 6 Beach Club (Concierge), 1 Coronado Springs, 1 Pop Century, 2 All Star Sports (Senior Class Trip), 1 Port Orleans French Quarter. Don't listen to that guy. He's trying to lead you down the path of righteousness. I'm gonna lead you down the path that rocks. <-- things that bounce are my favorite Go Hokies

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