Dining reservations at the Dolphin

[goldilocks_63]

Hi, we are picking up a rental car at National at the Dolphin I believe.....


We are planning on taking the boat to MGM, and then to Dolphin and swan (is this a plan)?

And then getting either a late lunch at Swan or Dolphin. HOw does one make PS for S&D?

and any recommendations?

Thanks, Goldi

And isn't there somewhere at the S&D that you can dine, that gives you free daycare. Mommy and Daddy want a date, while DD-7 plays.....


THanks, GOldi

 

[CDSTapisRouge]

Not sure about the child care question, but here are the dining options, I made the ones with reservations requests/requirements bold so you would have the numbers more easily accesible

Swan:

Garden Grove
American cuisine served in a casual, family atmosphere.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch only! Character dining also available. ($$)
Specialties: Sandwich & Salads. A la carte menu available.
Disney Character Breakfast Buffet: $16.95 (ages 12+) and $8.50 (ages 3-9).Saturdays and Sundays only.

Gulliver's Grill at Garden Grove
Sit-down dining. American cuisine in an elegant atmosphere.
Meals: Dinner Only; Character Dining, Buffet and a la carte ($$$)
Dinner: Fresh fish, steaks, grilled seafood, prime rib, pecan crusted grouper, lobster, filet mignon.
Special Requirements: Reservations strongly suggested- (407) WDW-DINE

Palio
Upscale sit-down dining offering Italian cuisine within an elegant atmosphere featuring strolling musicians.
Dinner Only: $$$
Special Requirements: Reservations stronglysuggested, but not required. Please call (407) WDW-DINE
Specialties: Homemade Pasta, Veal, Risotto, Red Snapper, Swordfish.

Kimonos
Intimate Japanese sushi bar featuring karaoke each night.
Sushi created right before your eyes.
Dinner & Snacks Only: Sit-down dining. ($$$)
Specialties: Sushi, Asian hot hors d'oeuvres.
Service Type: Lounge

Splash Grill & Terrace
Outdoor pool side dining, snacks and selected grocery items available inside.
Meals: American Lunch & Snacks ($$)
Special Requirements: Seasonal
Specialties: Hamburgers, Sandwiches and Salads.
Service Type: Convenience Meal, Seasonal.

Lobby Court Lounge
An American lounge featuring a variety of snacks.
No Meals: snacks only ($$)
Specialties: Coffee, lattes, au laits, cigars, freshly baked pastries and cocktails.
Service Type: Lounge
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WDW Dolphin

Cabana Bar & Grill
American food sold in a pool side setting.
Meals: Lunch, Snacks ($)
Specialties: Burgers, Sandwiches, Salads, Tropical Drinks.
Service Type: Convenience Dining.


Copa Banana
Lounge/Bar
No Meals: Snacks Only ($)
Specialties: Music, Dancing and Tropical Libations, TV screens.
Service Type: Poolside Dining


Dolphin Fountain & Snack Shop
1950's Style Soda Fountain. Dancing waiters entertain while serving up classic American food and snacks.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner, Snack ($)
Specialties: Home-made ice cream, hot dogs, burgers & fries.
Service type: Convenience meal.


Fresh Mediterranean Market
Restaurant featuring multiple food stations located throughout the dining room for a unique dining experience. Every attempt is made to prepare, cook, and serve food in it's purest form...fresh from the garden or right off the burner.
Meals: Breakfast (American), Lunch (Mediterranean) ($$)
Specialties: A variety of Breakfast Foods; Soups, Sandwiches, Lamb Leg, Rotisserie Chicken
Service type: Buffet
Reservations: Reservations strongly suggested. Call 407-WDW-DINE. For parties of 10 or more call the location directly at 407-934-1603.


Lobby Lounge
Bar/Lounge with view of lobby.
No Meals: Snacks/Drinks Only ($$)
Specialties: Cocktails


Shula's
Fine sit-down dining.
Dinner Only: American cuisine ($$$)
Special Requirements: Sit-down only. Reservations stronglysuggested. Please call (407) 934-1609
Specialties:New York Sirloin, Porterhouse Steak, Filet Mignon, Florida Seafood.


Tood English's bluezoo
Internationally acclaimed chef, Todd English, combines the freshest seafood with coastal cuisines from around the world.
Meals: Dinner ($$$) - featuring a lounge and cafe/raw bar
Cuisine: Seafood; a la carte (no children's menu)
Specialties: bluezoo Surf and Turf, Butter Poached Grouper, Lime Glazed Coconut Cream Tart
Service Type: Table Service
Reservations Strongly Suggested 407-WDW-DINE / Party of 15 or more, call 407-934-1603 / Same-day dining after 4pm, call podium directly at 407-934-1111
Hours: Dining Room: 5pm - 11pm / Lounge: 3:30pm - 11pm
Cafe & Raw Bar: 5pm - 11pm


Tubbi's Buffeteria
Uniquely themed buffet-style restaurant.
Meals: All ($)
Specialties: All-American breakfast, lunch favorites. Krispie Kreme doughnuts, fresh fruit & desserts also available.
Service Type: Convenience meal.

 

[jwfla422]

I believe the "free" childcare is still available at Camp Dolphin, however since they don't open until 5-5:30 I believe this is only available for dinner. Best bet is to call them directly for details.

You can make ADR's by calling the resorts directly or through Disney Dining. We have made them both ways.

Actually your late lunch would have to be an early dinner as most of the finer dining establishments don't open until 5:30. At the Dolphin, Fresh, the Dolphin Fountain, Tubbi's and the Cabana grill are opened during lunch hours (weather permitting). Fresh closes at 2 and depending on the weather Cabana Grill may also close.

At the Swan, Splash Grille is opened for lunch, weather permitting and Garden Grove is also opened for lunch depending on the need, so if you are going during an off-peak time you will definitely need to double check that the restaurant is opened.

But for a late lunch, if it's after 2, your only options will be Tubbi's, Dolphin Fountain, Cabana Grille or Splash Grille.

 

[BCV23]

No personal experience but have read that the free child care is available for diners at Blue Zoo and Shula's. Just dinner as noted above.

But I wanted to add that there is no boat from OKW to MGM. But maybe I misunderstood you. But you could take a bus to MGM and then the boat to S/D.

 

[goldilocks_63]

From BWV to National Rental Car, at the Dolphin or Swan.

So depending on directions of the boat, maybe BWV, to MGM, to swan / dolphin.

Thanks for the tips, I'm so excited, Goldi

 

[fletch1027]

Last week, the boat was going from the BW -> BC/YC -> Swan/Dol -> MGM

Have a good time! We just got back last week from our trip on the 23rd. It was a blast.

Speaking of the Dolphin, I must put in a plug for Fresh. We ate breakfast there and it was probably the best breakfast we have had at WDW!

Harry in Sharpsburg