dining without ADR's?

[gmaniaus]

just booked holiday for early Dec. but very few ADR's available. any suggestions/tips for walk-ups? can you put your name in & then leave?

 

[bradisgoofy]

Walk ups are not impossible just improbable. And I would say, No, you can't leave as they are trying to "fit you in". So there is not telling when they will call your name. I would also say, the smaller your group, the easier it will be to get a walk up. Don't try to do it with a group of six.

 

[Cherinva]

Check back everyday, whether on line or on the phone...people cancel ADRS all the time.

 

[Nadjalu]

As said, it is pretty impossible to walk up that time of year, especially if Free Dining is going on.
But you can always try.
To answer your question can you walk up and leave your name, yes but you have to wait there. You can't just leave your name and go off somewhere riding, sight seeing and come back. You are tied to staying at the restaurant waiting for a table to open (if it does). Usually these waits are 2+ hours.

I suggest that you make adrs before you go. Even if it is your second or third choice for the meal. That way if you can't get in anywhere you are good to sit down for the meal.
And you can always change while down there if something opens up.

 

[chloelovesdisney]

Check online for openings every day and maybe be open to trying some new places. If you can't get something in the MK for instance, try the Wave or Grand Flordian Cafe. I'm sure you'll find some great places.

 

[smidgy]

we really enjoyed the grand floridian cafe!
another restaurant that can be easy to book is in Morrocco. (marrakesh). the atmosphere is great! the mosaic tiles, arches. the belly dancer show is an added plus!
the brewat rolls have cinnamon. we ahve eaten there twice. it's fun, and something you won't do at home.
I think the rest. in china is easy to get. we ate there once. while it's ok, I like the chinese rest. at home at least as much. but it's something.
biergarten in germany can be fun.. and since it's a buffet, there is always something you like (even if you just pig out on desserts! hey.. it's vacation!)