they're both good experiences as far as character meals go and my kids have always liked them both - but for the experience you are describing I think being at MK for the opening and rope drop makes CP the better choice.
I'd pick Chef Mickeys actually - neither choice has particularly good food, but for me its so magical to cruise into the Magic Kingdom via monorail after breakfast....I love it!
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