We are coming to USO from October 11-15th. I am feeling very lost in choosing restaurants. I know that pre-planning isn't as required (or even available) compared to Disney but for my own peace of mind (and budget planning) I'd like to have a better idea of where we are eating.
We are staying at Royal Pacific and arriving mid-afternoon on the 11th. 7 in our party- 4 adults, 2 6 year old boys and an 8 yr old girl. Some adventurous eaters but some really picky ones (including 1 grown up!)
Here are some specific things I'm wondering:
1. We will have had a large brunch late in the morning of the 11th so could probably handle something lighter for the evening of our arrival. Suggestions outside of the parks?
My suggestion is to order appetizers to share for a light dinner. If you're at RPR during dinner time, Jake's American Bar is a great place to share appetizers. If you're at Citywalk, I suggest the appetizers at Margaritaville.
2. Is there anywhere either at Royal Pacific, on the way to each park or at each park to grab a quick breakfast or breakfast type foods (muffins, coffee, bagels, etc.)?
Yes. At RPR, continental breakfast is available at the Orchid Court Lounge. Several options exist for Ciywalk: Whopper Bar, Starbucks, and Cinnabon. For the parks, you have Croissant Moon Bakery in IOA, and Beverly Hills Boulangerie at USF.
3. Your one "must always go" restaurant is
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Margaritaville, primarily for the drinks and atmosphere.
4. What are your best budget saving tips? (from what I've seen so far things looks fairly $$$)
Bring your AAA card if you're a member. Most restaurants have a AAA discount on food and non-alcoholic drinks.
All in all we are probably looking at 4 dinners, 2 lunches and 3 quick breakfasts and 1 sit down breakfast/lunch. I'm not opposed to eating at the same place more than once and we are not necessarily looking for one sit down per day. If this was your vacation what would it look like???
Thanks in advance!