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truby · 12-29-2011, 11:13 PM

What are the best restaurants from which to view the fireworks at either MK or Epcot? Please include both table service & casual options. Thanks!

truby · 12-29-2011, 11:14 PM

I read somewhere that this was good for fireworks watching...but that maybe the food wasn't so good?

figment_jii · 12-29-2011, 11:34 PM

There really isn't any good fireworks viewing from any of the restaurants in the MK. CRT offers an interesting view from inside, but it's best if you've already seen them. From outside the MK, there are pretty good options at Narcoossee's (Grand Floridian) and California Grill (Contemporary).

For Epcot, the best viewing is from Rose & Crown (UK). There are some tables with a good view from La Hacienda (Mexico).

In all cases, none of the restaurants will guarantee a table with a view. Sometimes they will let you request one, but even they will not guarantee you a table in time for the show. Luckily, some have alternative options (e.g., Narcoossee's has a veranda, Cali Grill has an observation deck, and Rose & Crown has a reserved viewing area).

The view from the Veranda at Narcoossee's:

The view from the observation deck at Cali Grill:

The view of IllumiNations from the reserved viewing area at the Rose & Crown:

The view from inside CRT:

Havana · 12-30-2011, 08:39 AM

La Hacienda at Epcot has fantastic views of Illuminations, if you are lucky enough to get a window table.

My sister's princess · 12-30-2011, 08:59 AM

Another option is the Main St. Electrical Parade during dinner! If you want to be IN Magic Kingdom, and a have show during dinner, book Tony's and ask to sit on the deck during the parade!!

CR Resort Fan 4 Life · 12-30-2011, 01:52 PM

If you were to have dinner at Big River Grille & Brewing Works at the Boardwalk Inn/Boardwalk Villas and ask to sit at a table outside, you will be able to see Illuminations from there.

Deb & Bill · 12-30-2011, 02:38 PM

Depending on where you are seated, you might be able to see the show from Chefs de France.

minniebride · 12-30-2011, 03:50 PM

We LOVED watching the fireworks from the observation deck at California Grill!

12-29-2011, 11:13 PM	#1
truby Earning My Ears Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Chicago Posts: 10	Best restaurants to view fireworks? What are the best restaurants from which to view the fireworks at either MK or Epcot? Please include both table service & casual options. Thanks!

12-29-2011, 11:14 PM	#2
truby Earning My Ears Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Chicago Posts: 10	Nine Dragons I read somewhere that this was good for fireworks watching...but that maybe the food wasn't so good?

12-29-2011, 11:34 PM	#3
figment_jii DIS Veteran Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 4,686	There really isn't any good fireworks viewing from any of the restaurants in the MK. CRT offers an interesting view from inside, but it's best if you've already seen them. From outside the MK, there are pretty good options at Narcoossee's (Grand Floridian) and California Grill (Contemporary). For Epcot, the best viewing is from Rose & Crown (UK). There are some tables with a good view from La Hacienda (Mexico). In all cases, none of the restaurants will guarantee a table with a view. Sometimes they will let you request one, but even they will not guarantee you a table in time for the show. Luckily, some have alternative options (e.g., Narcoossee's has a veranda, Cali Grill has an observation deck, and Rose & Crown has a reserved viewing area). The view from the Veranda at Narcoossee's: The view from the observation deck at Cali Grill: The view of IllumiNations from the reserved viewing area at the Rose & Crown: The view from inside CRT: __________________ Figment Forever Last edited by figment_jii; 12-29-2011 at 11:40 PM.

12-30-2011, 08:39 AM	#4
Havana DIS Veteran Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: North Carolina Posts: 1,963	La Hacienda at Epcot has fantastic views of Illuminations, if you are lucky enough to get a window table. __________________

12-30-2011, 08:59 AM	#5
My sister's princess These boards have grimmer police I have never been involved in a conspiracy before! Join Date: May 2008 Location: Maine Posts: 2,893	Another option is the Main St. Electrical Parade during dinner! If you want to be IN Magic Kingdom, and a have show during dinner, book Tony's and ask to sit on the deck during the parade!! __________________ Ain't Nobody Got Time For That - In Progress My First Trip Trip Report A Wedding, Two First timers and 3000 photos! The Hero and his Princess return-dining Let's be spontaneous!

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12-30-2011, 01:52 PM	#6
CR Resort Fan 4 Life DIS Veteran Join Date: May 2006 Location: Toronto, Ontario Posts: 39,674	If you were to have dinner at Big River Grille & Brewing Works at the Boardwalk Inn/Boardwalk Villas and ask to sit at a table outside, you will be able to see Illuminations from there.

12-30-2011, 02:38 PM	#7
Deb & Bill DVC-Trivia Contest, Apr-2006: Honorable Mention Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: USA Posts: 40,716	Depending on where you are seated, you might be able to see the show from Chefs de France. __________________ Deb - DVC Member since '97 OKW and VWL Homes Stop the madness. No more DVC construction. Bring back Vacation Magic. Dump Disney Files! Stopped drinking the Kool-aid long ago.

12-30-2011, 03:50 PM	#8
minniebride DIS Veteran Join Date: May 2009 Posts: 2,250	We LOVED watching the fireworks from the observation deck at California Grill!

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