Day 3 Part 2
We had an ADR at 2:00 at Coral Reef and we were also meeting up with another disbride (Weedee) and her husband who were also on their honeymoon. We got there a little early but had to wait til the rest of our party was there. We got a pager when everyone was there but were too busy chatting to notice it going off in my hand and the CM was trying to get our attention...for a while
we were seated at the farthest table from the tank
I would have said something (come ON we are both on our honeymoon! can't we at least see some fishes!?!?!) but we were with other people and I didn't want to make a thing about it. so we were seated (its so dark in the restaurant!) in a large booth at the back. Our waiter came by quick enough, noting that me and DH were on a dining plan and also someone had an "allergy". Now I just go with the allergy notion because......its the way Disney seem to note it. So I said yes I can't eat any type of meat or cooked with anything with meat or mushrooms. Wendy was more honest and said she doesn't eat meat because she doesn't want to.
Because we were on the dining plan we got way too much food and looked like fatties compared to Wendy and her DH. (I did not take pictures of their food tho! or remember what they ate...)
I got a pina colada
DH a strawberry daiquiri
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both were virgins and yummy! (and free!)
Now I will blame this on Wendy....I did not take any pictures of apps because we were talking to much!
so sorry! but I was having too much fun to remember!
DH had Steamed Mussels - With cilantro Sofrito, fennel, tomatoes, and toasted ciabatta
which he loved. I don't think DH ever has had mussels he hated. though he said these were the best he had at Disney. (should be.....its a fish restaurant!)
I was stuck with a salad (again) Salad of Golden and Red Beets - With fresh Goat Cheese, Garden Greens, toasted walnuts, and Herb Vinaigrette
Okay now....yes after all the crap we ate over this trip it was great to have a salad and feel a little healthier. Not many of the restaurants have other options.....its salad or salad. I thought I could have the soup but it had some stock or pieces of meat that I couldn't eat. SIGH.....rant over
So for the main DH shocked me by getting Wild Mushroom Lasagna - roasted wild mushrooms, wilted Arugula and spinach, fontina, parmesan, mascarpone, and ricotta cheese, rustic tomato ragout
which I have to say looks great! (Wendy got the same I believe...) DH loved it and was very happy. I would have loved this but it had mushrooms in it.....so no go.
I got mixed veggie with a tomato type of sauce and cheese
While this was very good and one of the better ones. This does get very old if your at disney for more then 4 days....I started to get very sick of veggies with red sauce and started asking if that was my only option and what else could I try. (which you'll see how I did later) But this was very good and they were very nice and accommodating. The veggies were cooked perfectly and it had a nice flavor.
for dessert I had to try the classic The Chocolate Wave* - served with raspberries This is a dessert I had been waiting for. and it did not disappoint! yum yum.
DH went with the Baileys and Jack Daniel's Mousse - Topped with a ganache and chocolate cigar which was also very good! DH ate everything bit and even ate my chocolate best wishes
Now one thing I will say I was very clear when making the reservation that both of us were on our honeymoon......but me and DH were the only ones who got best wishes or special treatment.
which I felt made me look like I forgot to mention they were on their honeymoon as well.....which I didn't! so that bothered me. Also as I said I wish they thought....2 honeymoons...lets put them by the tank! but no. I would go back again...I have heard very bad things about the food but didn't experience it. I think I will put this on our list for places to go on our one year anny. (if I say it enough maybe it will become def that we are going!!!)
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DH and I loved CRT when we went during our first visit. Of course the menu is different now ... [and no characters at dinner then] but we had a wonderful time there!
I am enjoying reading your awesome reviews! I still have not dined at CRT, and after reading your review, I really need to go on one of our next trips! I can't wait to read more!
