Biergarten-party of 8?

[JJ2017]

Will we all be at the same table? Will we have to share a table?

How long is this meal typically? I understand it’s a buffet, but is there scheduled entertainment or is just constant music being performed?

Thanks!

 

[chloelovesdisney]

I googled and found an Epcot Live Entertainment page, it says the restaurant performances are daily at 1:15, 2:15, 3:15, 4:45, 5:55, 7:00 & 8:05pm. You will all sit together, I think they have some tables that sit 10 so possibly may have a couple others join you.

 

[chloelovesdisney]

I always try to get an adr 20-30 minutes before a show so we have a chance to get seated, give in our drink orders and get some food before the show begins.

 

[JJ2017]

Thanks for this! Our reservation is at 6:15, so should be good timing.

 

[chloelovesdisney]

Don't let them rush you out, enjoy the 7p show.

 

[JJ2017]

To add to my post...this ADR is for an evening EMH night during the last week of F&W (Thursday night). Is it going to be crazy in WS?

 

[twentyco]

The last time I was there we were a group of 8, and we had one table all together with nobody else sitting with us.

 

[Hopefully]

To add to my post...this ADR is for an evening EMH night during the last week of F&W (Thursday night). Is it going to be crazy in WS?

Yes. I would plan on it

 

[Ariel 1715]

We were a party of 8 as well and sat at a table by ourselves! It was great and everyone loved the food and the show!

 

[WallE71]

Would anyone think this is not a great use of the dining plan? We have a party of 10 and seems a lot if paying oop for brats and cold sides. I like the idea of the beer though with the meal.

 

[Dis703]

The tables only seat 8 here so your family will have a table to themselves.

 

[Minnesota!]

Would anyone think this is not a great use of the dining plan? We have a party of 10 and seems a lot if paying oop for brats and cold sides. I like the idea of the beer though with the meal.

There is a lot more than just brats. Rouladen, schnitzel, fish, sausages, nudel gratin, tons of salads and yes, the cold board. Plus great desserts, and yes - the BEER!! I would not hesitate to use my credits, or my paycheck, to pay here.

 

[disneyvoice]

Would anyone think this is not a great use of the dining plan? We have a party of 10 and seems a lot if paying oop for brats and cold sides. I like the idea of the beer though with the meal.

We never do dining plans and Biergarten is one of our favorite restaurants, well worth the money. Lots of things we all like. Not sure where you got the idea it is only brats and cold sides. There are a LOT of items on the menu.

 

[chloelovesdisney]

The tables only seat 8 here so your family will have a table to themselves.

There are larger tables on the top row, our party of 10 sits together there.

 

[Jadyreen1282]

This is probably the easiest one credit TS to have large parties...and have a liter of beer!

 

[TiggerTrigger]

We were a party of 10 back in December and took up an entire table. I guess it's possible, if they're busy, that a 2-top could be seated at a table with a party of 8. As for timing...it took us around an hour and a half for our meal.

 

[TheRustyScupper]

Will we all be at the same table? Will we have to share a table?

1) Parties of eight are never guaranteed to sit together.
2) It even says this on your ADR Confirmation.
3) At Germany, you do have the best shot at one table, however.
4) Just do not be disappointed if your group is split up.

 

[Keels]

1) Parties of eight are never guaranteed to sit together.
2) It even says this on your ADR Confirmation.
3) At Germany, you do have the best shot at one table, however.
4) Just do not be disappointed if your group is split up.

This is 100-percent incorrect. I just made an ADR for a table of 8 and nowhere in the ADR confirmation does it mention this. The only thing relating to parties is automatic gratuity.

Here is the entire body of my confirmation email:

Guest Policies
Cancel
- You must cancel at least one day prior to your reservation to avoid a per person cancellation fee. If you fail to cancel or are a no show, the credit card provided at the time of reservation will be charged $10.00 per person.
Restriction / Requirement
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If applicable, location requires 1 Table Service meal for Disney Dining Plan

- Menu Items, Pricing, and Hours are subject to change without notice.
- Allow up to 1 1/2 (or 1.5) hours to travel to your destination when traveling within WDW property.
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PTY of 31 or more: Guests must contact location directly.

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In order to participate in this experience, park admission is required.

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Guests must be 21 with valid Photo ID to consume alcohol

- If applicable, 18% gratuity will be automatically added for parties of 6 or more.
- This location offers banquet seating where guest may be seated with other parties.
Booking Information
- Most Walt Disney World Resort table service restaurants that accept reservations can accommodate Kosher needs if requested at least 1 Day in advance by 407-WDW-DINE. See information sheet for details.

At Family Style or Buffet locations Guest will only receive one meal, this will not be all-you-care-to-eat. Guests will be charged the regular buffet or all-you-care-to-enjoy price.

Guests using their package entitlements for dining will be able to mirror those entitlements for Kosher Meals (ex. if the package entitlements are 1 entree and 1 beverage, then the Guest may order 1 Kosher entree, and 1 Kosher beverage.
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At the Restaurant
Inform the server, chef, or manager on duty of any dietary restrictions when arriving at the restaurant.
Please note that Walt Disney Parks and Resorts will use reasonable efforts to prevent the introduction of the allergen of concern into the food through close attention during our sourcing, preparation and handling processes. However, it is ultimately the Guest's individual discretion to make an informed choice regarding whether to order any particular items. Walt Disney Parks and Resorts cannot guarantee that allergens may not have been introduced during another stage of the food chain process or, even inadvertently, during preparation. Walt Disney Parks and Resorts does not have separate kitchens to prepare allergen-free items or separate dining areas for Guests with allergies or intolerances.


Dinner Shows:
Dinner Shows can be alerted of the special dietary need by marking the need on the reservation. When doing so, please ensure a phone number is provided within the reservation. These locations generally reach out approximately 3 days of arrival to verify the special dietary need.


Locations That Need Additional Info/Contact from Special Diets:

• Disney's Perfectly Princess Tea Party
• Tomorrowland Terrace Wishes Dessert Party
• Children's Pirate Adventure Cruises

Cake Orders:
Cakes must be ordered through the Cake Hotline at 407-827-2253, or 407-827-CAKE. For Guests with special dietary cake requests, they may contact the Cake Hotline or BabyCakes, NYC Bakery at 407-938-9044. The Special Diets team does not assist with ordering cakes.



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Requesting a Special Meal

The sooner you let us know about your dietary restrictions, the quicker we can provide you with information about alternate dining options. Most restaurants offer no-sugar-added, low-fat, low-sodium and vegetarian options. Advance arrangements are not necessary for Guests with lifestyle dietary requests. Guests can discuss any dietary requests with their server upon arrival.



Online Reservations

Please indicate all food allergies when making the reservation online.



Phone Reservations

Please inform a Cast Member of your dietary requirements when making a dining reservation over the phone. To make a reservation call (407)WDW-DINE or (407)939-3463. Guests under 18 years of age must have parent or guardian permission to call.



At the Restaurant

Inform the server, chef, or manager on duty of any dietary restrictions when arriving at the restaurant.



Please note that Walt Disney Parks and Resorts will use reasonable efforts to prevent the introduction of the allergen of concern into the food through close attention during our sourcing, preparation and handling processes. However, it is ultimately up to the Guest to use his or her individual discretion to make an informed choice regarding whether to order any particular items. Walt Disney Parks and Resorts cannot guarantee that allergens may not have been introduced during another stage of the food chain process or , even inadvertently, during preparation. We do not have separate kitchens to prepare allergen-free items or separate dining areas for Guests with allergies or intolerances.

Reminders
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Reservation must be cancelled at least one day prior to avoid $10 per person cancellation and/or no show fee. Plan to arrive 5 minutes prior to your reservation time to check-in and allow up to 1.5 hours to travel to your destination when using Disney Transportation. Menu items, pricing, and hours are subject to change without notice and 18% gratuity will be automatically applied for parties of 6 or more. This experience requires 1 Table Service Meal when using Disney Dining Plan. Valid Theme Park Admission required. Guests may be seated with other parties at this experience.​

 

[GPC0321]

We sat at one of the tables right beside the dance floor in front of the bandstand and it was an 8-top. That was our first and so far only time at Biergarten, and we loved it! A show was just starting when we sat down, and we got through almost an entire second show before we were finished. Food is great! Such a large variety with something for everyone.

Loved it enough that I switched my Via Napoli ADR for this coming June to Biergarten. I want my BFF to get a chance to experience it! If it's as impressive as it was in December, it may become a tradition!

 

[TheRustyScupper]

This is 100-percent incorrect. I just made an ADR for a table of 8 and nowhere in the ADR confirmation does it mention this. The only thing relating to parties is automatic gratuity.

1) MAYBE they changed the wording.
2) But, WDW never guarantees
. . . groups ability to eat together, as they might be split among tables
. . . specific room classifications or even specific resorts when booking hotel stays
3) They might have deleted, or missed, the clause about possible split tables, due to the complaints of people who wanted a guaranteed group ADR.
4) As a Concierge, I told EVERYONE who made an ADR that they might be split among different tables.

NOTE1:
. . . People have complained a lot about ADRs.
. . . WDW is trying to appease them in order to not loose "dining dollars".
. . . The dining revenue is significantly down at WDW.
. . . This might be a reason for the absence of the "split tables" clause.
. . . They have even gone to offering CMs up to 40% discounts just to eat at WDW, including most at Signature eateries, just to increase business.
NOTE2:
My personal experience: I have tried (sometimes unsuccessfully) to handle guest complaints about . . .
. . . Dining: I have seen families as small as four people split among tables
. . . Resorts: I have seen people switched to another resort than the one they booked (example: deluxe resort switched to a moderate resort)
. . . Rooms: I have seen people switched to another room classification (example: woods view moved to a parking lot view - example: a "suite" paid-ressie converted to a double room)