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[TinkSassy]

I am trying so hard to get a table here for October. Any tips for getting in at dinner?

 

[Ravenne]

Just keep checking. It's a super popular restaurant right now, but people do cancel. I couldn't get an ADR at all at my 180 + 10 day mark but was able to get one on a whim a few weeks later when I'd called WDW to check on something else. While I had them on the phone, I had them check BOG and behold there was a spot open. Just keep checking.

 

[LoveToTravel2001]

Just keep trying. I was booking at about the 50 day mark and was able to snag three different. The first time I looked, there was only an 8:40 available. I took it and kept looking. A few days later I found a 4:45 - a little early but at the same time better than the 8:40. A week later I I was able to find a 6:30. Perfect. I then released the other two ADRs I had. I was looking for a certain day and that was the only day I was checking for. People release ADRs as they start to finalize plans and realize that some ADRs won't work.

 

[sky13]

As others have said - keep checking! I made my ADRs very late, around 60-70 days out. Couldn't find any availability for about a week, then 3 different time slots opened up (though one disappeared before I could book it)...

Timings weren't fantastic (between 8.30-9pm) but I can deal with that...

 

[nennewmom]

I booked my ADR's 60 days out and I was still able to get BOG for dinner at a good time. As others say, keep trying, several times a day.

 

[purple figment]

This comes up frequently because BOG is the most popular/hardest to get reservation at this time. As others have said, the best thing to do is keep checking on line multiple times a day in hopes that you will be on line checking just as a cancellation enters the reservation system.

You can also subscribe to the October cancellation thread:
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=3251536

One thing to keep in mind for October is the Halloween party nights. On the nights that the MK closes at 7:00 there will be a MNSSHP and if you are not getting tickets for the party your BOG res must be before 7:00. However, if you are going to the party most disboarders recommend that you make the BOG res before 5:30 so you're finished dining before the start of the party.

Finally, if you can't get a dinner reservation and are mainly interested in seeing the interior of the restaurant and soaking up the atmosphere you can go for lunch. It is a CS and does not take reservations, although if you are staying at a Disney owned resort you might be able to get a FP+. The menu between lunch and dinner have differences although the desserts are nearly identical. The biggest differences are only at dinner will you be able to meet the Beast and have a photo op with him and beer and wine are available only at dinner.

 

[CyForDisney]

I know I am beating the dead horse but check every few days and once you get closer check every day. I somehow snagged a reservation for Be Our Guest for New Years Day about 2 weeks before the trip.

 

[pezkore]

Since today is our 180 mark, I set my alarm for 5:50am. Came downstairs to my office and got myself ready for the clock to turn 6...

Soon as it did, I tried to get our much desired BoG ressie for our arrival day... No tables available around 5:00pm to 10:00pm on Tuesday, Oct 14, 2014. Tried for Sunday the 19th... No tables. Basically, looks like October's all booked up. :/

I had heard it was hard to get, but I wasn't expecting that! I'm seriously hoping that someone out there cancels. Thankfully though, I was able to secure every other ADR we had chosen. So my early rise wasn't for nothing at least, lol.

TinkSassy, I wish you the best of luck getting an ADR as well!

 

[ruzer28]

I had the same issue for my trip coming up next month. I set my alarm for 5am on the day that I could make reservations, only to find no availability whatsoever at BOG, any time during my 8-day trip. I kept checking and a week or so later a 6:30 opened up for the Wednesday of my trip. So keep checking, I'm sure people will cancel as thy solidify their plans.

 

[Frozen2014]

Finally, if you can't get a dinner reservation and are mainly interested in seeing the interior of the restaurant and soaking up the atmosphere you can go for lunch. It is a CS and does not take reservations, although if you are staying at a Disney owned resort you might be able to get a FP+. The menu between lunch and dinner have differences although the desserts are nearly identical. The biggest differences are only at dinner will you be able to meet the Beast and have a photo op with him and beer and wine are available only at dinner.

Can I ask a silly question? When you say the main difference between TS and Quick Service is the beast....wouldn't a difference also be that for TS, you have a waiter, and for Quick Service, I assume it's more cafeteria style where you get your own food?

 

[melglnh2o]

I would also recommend picking a specific time (i.e. 4:30pm) instead of selecting dinner. I don't know how (just could have been incredibly perfect timing) but it worked for me.

 

[TigersLions]

I just check everyday. Last time, I feel like it FINALLY opened up about a month before our trip.

 

[amym2]

Since today is our 180 mark, I set my alarm for 5:50am. Came downstairs to my office and got myself ready for the clock to turn 6...

Soon as it did, I tried to get our much desired BoG ressie for our arrival day... No tables available around 5:00pm to 10:00pm on Tuesday, Oct 14, 2014. Tried for Sunday the 19th... No tables. Basically, looks like October's all booked up. :/

I had heard it was hard to get, but I wasn't expecting that! I'm seriously hoping that someone out there cancels. Thankfully though, I was able to secure every other ADR we had chosen. So my early rise wasn't for nothing at least, lol.

TinkSassy, I wish you the best of luck getting an ADR as well!

Ugh, I was hoping for the 19th. I have a feeling I will be feeling the same frustration you are. Everything else in our trip is dependent on when we get that BOG ADR.

 

[agavegirl1]

I will try not to get discouraged since some of you have had luck by checking daily. My window opens up Easter morning. I have a lovely spreadsheet ready to go with priorities listed in order. Of course BOG is at the top with a reservation needed our 5th day. I will try putting the time instead of selecting "dinner". Thanks for the tip.

 

[jimandami]

Can I ask a silly question? When you say the main difference between TS and Quick Service is the beast....wouldn't a difference also be that for TS, you have a waiter, and for Quick Service, I assume it's more cafeteria style where you get your own food?

At lunch, you do not have to get your own food. You order and then are given a rose that serves as a locator for the staff to find you. You go choose a table and when your order is ready, they bring it to you. I do find dinner to have better food and a bit different atmosphere (plus a glass of wine is nice!), but if you can't get dinner, definitely try lunch.

 

[Frozen2014]

At lunch, you do not have to get your own food. You order and then are given a rose that serves as a locator for the staff to find you. You go choose a table and when your order is ready, they bring it to you. I do find dinner to have better food and a bit different atmosphere (plus a glass of wine is nice!), but if you can't get dinner, definitely try lunch.

Thank you for explaining. Sounds like FP is a good backup. Like others, am really hoping for dinner TS though.

 

[amym2]

I was online at 6am today (well 5:58am but it wouldn't show times until 6am) and booked BOG for 180+6. I feel guilty about it, but I actually booked for 180+5 also and will release one of them after I talk to my sister at a decent hour today. I knew I had to be flexible with a party of 8, so I took what I could get even though the days aren't ideal. I am SOOOO excited!!

 

[mobish]

For our last three trips I got exactly what I wanted at BOG 5-10 days prior to the date. I no longer stress about the 180 mark!

 

[eangel12]

Keep checking!! We are going from 8/20-8/30. I tried to get in when our window opened but had NO luck. Just now, I was able to book 8/29 for a party of 5 at 6:30pm. I screamed when I saw it pop up. This was the ONLY dinner reservation that I wasn't able to originally get and this just MADE MY DAY. So very excited! Keep checking!!!