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PrincessesX3 · 01-09-2013, 03:13 PM

We want to try Yachtsman in August. My DDs will be 6, 6, and 3. They are well behaved in restaurants, majority of the time. A babysitter is out of the question. I want to celebrate DHs birthday there. Can I bring IPads and coloring books for entertainment? OR is this a big mistake? TIA

OKW Lover · 01-09-2013, 04:22 PM

Well behaved children are welcome in YSH. Just be aware that meals are paced such that you will probably be there 90-120 minutes. It may help if you book an early (5:30 or so) reservation.

TDC Nala · 01-09-2013, 04:23 PM

Also make sure you keep the sound down on the Ipads. If it helps the kids behave and prevents them from yelling or running around I'm all for it.

SusieBea · 01-09-2013, 04:50 PM

Except for Victoria and Albert's, I feel like all WDW restaurants welcome children. We ate at Narcoossee's in October w/ our daughters' families and two young DGC. My daughter did exactly what you're asking about, and the server said our DGS was the best behaved child she'd ever served. DD also did this w/ DGS at Artist Point and Sanaa. I agree w/ the PP about keeping the sound down, but if the iPad helps everyone enjoy the meal, what's the harm?

ErinsMommy · 01-09-2013, 04:55 PM

I'll just agree with others -- ipads/coloring books are good ideas. I do however don't think you'll be there almost 2 hours...if you want faster service, the waiter/waitress will be happy to oblige (I think we were there for maybe an hour, tops.)

davedmaine · 01-09-2013, 05:27 PM

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Originally Posted by PrincessesX3

We want to try Yachtsman in August. My DDs will be 6, 6, and 3. They are well behaved in restaurants, majority of the time. A babysitter is out of the question. I want to celebrate DHs birthday there. Can I bring IPads and coloring books for entertainment? OR is this a big mistake? TIA

Yes, they'll be fine. Get the Chocolate Mickey puzzle for their desserts

PrincessesX3 · 01-09-2013, 07:17 PM

Thank you everyone! I can't wait to book in 37 days.

mfulk · 01-09-2013, 07:49 PM

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Originally Posted by ErinsMommy

. I do however don't think you'll be there almost 2 hours...if you want faster service, the waiter/waitress will be happy to oblige (I think we were there for maybe an hour, tops.)

I agree with this. We've eaten at a number of signatures our last 3 trips with our 4 young children and we are often finished in an hour.

01-09-2013, 03:13 PM	#1
PrincessesX3 Mouseketeer Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: New York Posts: 261	Yachtsman and kids We want to try Yachtsman in August. My DDs will be 6, 6, and 3. They are well behaved in restaurants, majority of the time. A babysitter is out of the question. I want to celebrate DHs birthday there. Can I bring IPads and coloring books for entertainment? OR is this a big mistake? TIA __________________ DHMe:DD:6DD:6DD:2

01-09-2013, 04:22 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: 17,350	Well behaved children are welcome in YSH. Just be aware that meals are paced such that you will probably be there 90-120 minutes. It may help if you book an early (5:30 or so) reservation. __________________ Jeff

01-09-2013, 04:23 PM	#3
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: 54,561	Also make sure you keep the sound down on the Ipads. If it helps the kids behave and prevents them from yelling or running around I'm all for it. __________________

01-09-2013, 04:50 PM	#4
SusieBea DIS Veteran Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Newburgh, IN & Hilton Head Island, SC Posts: 1,577	Except for Victoria and Albert's, I feel like all WDW restaurants welcome children. We ate at Narcoossee's in October w/ our daughters' families and two young DGC. My daughter did exactly what you're asking about, and the server said our DGS was the best behaved child she'd ever served. DD also did this w/ DGS at Artist Point and Sanaa. I agree w/ the PP about keeping the sound down, but if the iPad helps everyone enjoy the meal, what's the harm? __________________ DVC OKW since 1993 Off-site '75, 82, 85; 89: CBR; 92: PO: 93: Disney Inn; 94: OKW(2); 95: OKW(2); 96: HHI & OKW(2); 97: VB & OKW; 98: OKW(3); 99: OKW, DCL, & BW; 2000: OKW & VWL; 01: HHI & OKW; 02: Ft. Wild. cabins; 03: OKW & GF; 05: OKW, SSR, & Yacht Club; 06: OKW; 07: OKW; 08: Grand Californian; 09: OKW; 10: OKW(2) & OKW Grand Villa! 2011: AKV (2) & OKW (3); 2012: OKW (3); 2013: OKW; UPCOMING TRIPS:- 2013: OKW - May, December Last edited by SusieBea; 01-09-2013 at 04:57 PM.

01-09-2013, 04:55 PM	#5
ErinsMommy DIS Veteran Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: New Jersey Posts: 1,012	I'll just agree with others -- ipads/coloring books are good ideas. I do however don't think you'll be there almost 2 hours...if you want faster service, the waiter/waitress will be happy to oblige (I think we were there for maybe an hour, tops.) __________________ My 1st trip & 5th wedding anniversary - June 1995 @ All Star Sports DD's 1st trip - May 2011 @ POFQ DH's Surprise 50th Birthday trip - February 2013 @ Contemporary Me: Debi DH: John DD: Erin/6

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01-09-2013, 07:17 PM	#7
PrincessesX3 Mouseketeer Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: New York Posts: 261	Thank you everyone! I can't wait to book in 37 days. __________________ DHMe:DD:6DD:6DD:2

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