So now that we're finally back home (and I no longer have to deal with the spotty Disney wifi), I can really start the reviews! We had the most incredible time - even though our stay was only 3 nights/4 days, every moment was a pleasure. We stayed at Yacht Club for the first time in over two years, and I didn't realize how much I missed this place. I love the quiet elegance, gorgeous lobby, and of course the fabulous amenities and location (Stormalong Bay, great restaurants across the resort area, and proximity to 2 great parks). In fact, as of right now Yacht Club is my favorite Disney resort (taking the crown away from MK resorts after 4 years of preferring them overall).
We booked a garden view room - I think the rooms here are really pretty, and I love the airy nautical vibe.
There was construction going on all over the resort - here was our view to the left:
But this was our view to the right
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Soon after checking in, we were both hungry since we hadn't eaten breakfast. We headed over to Captain's Grille and were able to get a walkup table (after a 30-minute wait).
Captain's Grille is Yacht Club's casual restaurant located near the lobby, and it offers both an à la carte and buffet breakfast. We went with the buffet, since it offered a very good variety.
(There was also oatmeal and grits with toppings, a variety of pastries, cold cereals, fruits, etc).
I was very impressed with the selection - eggs benedict, mickey waffles, turkey sausage, and even a breakfast reuben (whatever that is
). My first plate included scrambled eggs, ham and cheddar frittata, turkey sausage, hard boiled egg, grapefruit, smoked salmon with accompaniments, tomato gratin, and raw tomato.
There's not much to say - it was all really good. I liked how the turkey sausage was slightly sweet and didn't taste too meaty (some sausage is overpowering to me), and everything seemed fresh. The tomato gratin was also enjoyable with the savory parmesan on top.
On my second plate, most food is the same, but I also tried the scrambled egg whites with herbs, tomatoes, and parmesan. This was also delicious, and I wish I had gotten more of it.
Breakfast at Captain's Grille was very tasty - I would highly recommend it if you're staying in the Epcot area. Plus, the restaurant is relatively quiet and relaxing, and the price wasn't too bad either - I think it was about $17 per person, and that price includes beverages.
Here are some photos of buffet items that I didn't try:
Mickey Waffles
Eggs Benedict to the left, Breakfast Reuben (I think) to the right
Breakfast Bread Pudding
Pretty soon, I was on my way to Hollywood Studios (during the 4 days we were there, I walked either to or from DHS 13 times - certainly one of my favorite perks of the Epcot resort area).