California Grill Brunch

[FSU Girl]

I just booked the California Grill Brunch for the last day of my birthday trip. I'm not sure whether or not to keep the reservation.

So a little background, The first day of my trip I have Victoria and Albert's booked for my actual birthday day. Then going on a 4 day cruise and on the fence about whether or not to go back to Disney when the cruise ends. Originally I had a week planned at Disney with all the restaurants I wanted on the 180 mark. But I went on a cruise over Christmas and absolutely loved it so I've decided to modify the trip and add in a cruise. The cruise bumps up the money by a lot and it'll put me back at Disney World over memorial day weekend. I'm not a fan of crowds and live in Florida so generally avoid the park during the busy time.

I'm on the fence about going to the parks the day we get off the cruise then driving home (3hours away), spending one night and getting in a couple more restaurants I wanted to try and potentially experience the new Pandora rides if the rumors it's opening that weekend are true, or stay through Sunday to experience the California Grill Brunch.

I've read reviews on the meal and people seem to love it, but it's expensive I think? Does anyone know the cost it's not listed on Disney's website. It would also add on a lot more money by extending the hotel by a day over the holiday weekend. Is this meal worth it? It'll be just me and my boyfriend and he's happy doing anything that'll make me happy and we both are foodies.

 

[SorcererHeidi]

Here's a link to an article about the brunch, says it's Sundays only, $80 per adult. Whatever way you spend your day, early happy and healthy birthday!!

http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/dining/diningdetail.cfm?restaurant.id=105

 

[hippiechicken]

We had brunch there on Christmas, and it was a highlight of our trip. It was our first time at CG and we loved it. I look forward to doing it again, especially if they keep the AP discount!! For us, it was worth it. The food wasn't worth $160, but the experience was. I also believe the Afternoon Tea is worth it, and I don't believe Boma is worth it.

 

[TwoMisfits]

I just booked the California Grill Brunch for the last day of my birthday trip. I'm not sure whether or not to keep the reservation.

So a little background, The first day of my trip I have Victoria and Albert's booked for my actual birthday day. Then going on a 4 day cruise and on the fence about whether or not to go back to Disney when the cruise ends. Originally I had a week planned at Disney with all the restaurants I wanted on the 180 mark. But I went on a cruise over Christmas and absolutely loved it so I've decided to modify the trip and add in a cruise. The cruise bumps up the money by a lot and it'll put me back at Disney World over memorial day weekend. I'm not a fan of crowds and live in Florida so generally avoid the park during the busy time.

I'm on the fence about going to the parks the day we get off the cruise then driving home (3hours away), spending one night and getting in a couple more restaurants I wanted to try and potentially experience the new Pandora rides if the rumors it's opening that weekend are true, or stay through Sunday to experience the California Grill Brunch.

I've read reviews on the meal and people seem to love it, but it's expensive I think? Does anyone know the cost it's not listed on Disney's website. It would also add on a lot more money by extending the hotel by a day over the holiday weekend. Is this meal worth it? It'll be just me and my boyfriend and he's happy doing anything that'll make me happy and we both are foodies.

If you are doing V&A and the cruise...I wouldn't bother with the CG Brunch. You will have eaten so much decadent, rich, and good food by the time you're back from the cruise that you'll be looking for a light meal, not another all-you-can extravaganza. I'd save it for the next trip.