Does anyone have good ideas for in room meals?

[dutton]

My food budget was getting astronomical!! So, I decided to take the emphasis off eating in sit down rest. and go cheaper by doing some in room meals. Any suggestions other than PB&J? We will have 3 adults and 4 children(9&under) We will have a fridge, but no microwave. Thanks for the help!!

 

[susy]

for breakfast you could have- cereal bars, juice boxes, cereal and milk (bring parmalat), fruit
for lunch you could have -cold cuts, mayo or mustard, bread,chip or cookies, sodas. Bring things like pretzels, nuts and seeds, fruit roll ups, raisins... Veggies like carrot chipsw/dip
For dinner I would do a nice counter service rest. Don't forget bottled water. If you have a coffeemaker to heat water you could bring -hot chocolate (don't forget the mini marshmallows), envelopes of soups, oatmeal, etc. You could also bring some adult goodies like caviar, pate, crackers, fruit, cheese, wine (don't forget the candles). Remember to bring cutllery and paper products.

 

[susy]

If your fridge is small , I would also bring along a cooler. You can give the kids little treats for their fanny packs, so they won't be constantly hungry in the parks.

 

[susy]

If you will be in the parks at lunch I would do the counter service lunch and the sandwiches and soups for dinner in the room. Don't forget to split meals if they look big to you...

 

[SlightlyGoofy]

Hi there

We take a microwave with us and fix several meals in the rooms. There is a microwave and a toaster at the food court and I have read about people using them. I have bought corned beef hash, bagels, microwave oatmeal in a bowl etc for breakfast and several Dinty Moore microwave dinners, fruit cups etc for dinners along with beer and wine coolers, snacks and such. Saves time and makes for a relaxing meal in the room rather than fighting the hoards in the food courts. With shorter hours it is gonna either be a mad house down there or people with cars will be going off site to eat and spend their dollars.

Slightly Goofy

 

[tink2dw]

the SUPER WALMART in Kissimee has aDelithat sellsfresh made 4 foot sandwichs for $4.99. They have two kinds 1 with typical lunchion meatand cheese that kids would like and 2 has 3 meats including roast beef and cheese it was very yummy!! We cut them into 3 inch pieces added mayo and mustard from packets from food court. It was one of the best meals we had!!

 

[mkandk]

I was just about to post asking the same question! I want to keep it flexible, so that if we decide to eat at a restaurant we can, and so there won't be a lot to throw away when we fly back home.

I'm trying to think of stuff we can take with us or eat in the room. Lunchables are good, trail mix, pasta salad is good cold. Maybe a bag of cut vegetables with those individual containers of ranch dip. Cold fried chicken can be tasty. Yogurt.

We'll have a microwave, which will help a lot. I think I will make at least one meal of canned or frozen chili, with cheese, crackers, and maybe hot dogs to keep the kids happy. You could prepare the same meal with one of those tea pot thingies with the electric cord we used to use in the dorms.

Mary

 

[smarro]

We plan to bring our small George foreman grill (whether we fly or drive). It makes great grilled sandwhiches (cheese or ham and cheese). We figure if we feel like it we can also make hamburgers, hotdogs, chicken breast, porkchops, steaks, cheesestakes etc. with it. If we have a microwave we can make baked potatoes, hot veggies, mashed potatoes, mac and cheese, or a variety of store bought, prepared side dishes. If we don't have a microwave, we can always buy the side dishes already prepared (french fries, mashed potatoes, etc. and places like KFC and Boston Market have a wide variety or even just salads) at a fast food place or store and still save a ton of money and avoid eating too much fast food. We won't do well eating fast food for 10 days. My kids would rather eat their normal stuff for breakfast in the room. We plan to eat in the parks during the day on most days and have the other meal at the room later on even if it is PB&J or sandwhiches. The grill also will cook frozen waffles or pancakes, pizza pouches, English muffins, French toast, etc. You can buy the small one on sale sometimes for $15.00. It is well worth the money if you will also use it other times. You could probably get the grill in your suitcase if you are flying. My kids are really good, but I don't think I would enjoy having to take them out to eat all the time. I would rather they have something in the room and sleep a little later and take an afternoon nap. Good luck and have a great time.

 

[Jordan's MOM]

We are taking an eletric frying pan. We are doing breakfast in the room and want something that will hold us for a while. We are aslo taking a cooler and will make a grocery store stop when we arrive. I can do ANYTHING with my fry pan. Breakfast ideas are hot ham& Cheese sandwiches, brown& serve sausage with scrambled eggs, or even pancakes from a add water only mix. We will eat most of the other two meals in the parks but might do a supper or two of grilled cheese & Tomato soup or heat up some canned pasta.I love the idea for the foot long subs. We love subs! Will try to make wal-mart our grocery stop.
Jordan's Mom

 

[josierac]

If you like tuna fish how about the lunch packs of tuna that have everything in them like crackers and pkgs of mayo. They don't have to be refrigerated until opening and they are single serving sizes also.

 

[MKFan]

We take a $6 pop up toaster from walmart. Will do bagels, pop tarts toast. etc. ind. packets of jelly pb, etc worked great.

 

[dutton]

Thanks everyone for the great ideas!! I was so bummed out about cancelling my sit down dinner plans, but now that I think about it, it would be torcher for our children and would cut into some great park time. I love these boards for the good advice. My MIL is going with us and has a George Forman grill and I think I have an electric skillet. My family loves breakfast for dinner, so that is a great idea. Well, thanks everyone!!

 

[dutton]

Oh! I forgot to say that we decided to try to stay at the parks till closing(AK,MK,MGM) since the hours are shorter and just come back to room to eat. These ideas make it more enticing than just sandwiches!

 

[dutton]

My husband says there is no way that our hotel (marriott at DD) will let you bring a skillet or small grill. He wants me to call and ask them, b/c he does think it sounds like a good idea. What are your experiences?Thanks you guys!

 

[robinb]

I think that some hotels might be worried about fires. Sometimes I think it's easier to ask for forgiveness than permission .

 

[smarro]

Honestly, I never would have thought about it if your husband didn't mention it. I got the ideas from reading the boards, and we are used to camping, so it wouldn't be hassle for us. We don't know where we are staying yet, so I don't know if it will be a dilema or not. I have even read somewhere of people leaving crock pots on in their room while they were out; although, I didn't care much for that idea. On one hand you have a point, but on the other hand, a hair dryer, baby bottle warmer, microwave, and numerous other items could be considered a fire hazard too. Hmmmmm, tell your husband I said thanks a lot (just kidding). I really don't know what to tell you. I wonder what others think. I am not sure whether to give your husband credit or smack him one for being one of the most ethical people I know of, that thought honestly would not have crossed my mind. I am surprised my husband did not beat yours to that question. That would definitely be something he would say. LOL.

 

[bumcat]

I agree with robin. Dont ask, Dont tell!! We stay on property and always
bring an electric 2 burner that we found at Walmart. Just make sure
you unplug whatever you take.

 

[MissingMickey]

Don't forget that restaurants off-property may offer take-out if you want a lil nicer meal than sandwiches and don't have a fridge or don't want to cook. Saves you money except for tip and delivery fee -- which saved you time and gas getting there. You could be taking a shower or washing up while your food is prepared and on its way. Eat in your room and relax without fighting traffic, then back to the parks.

We haven't braved this yet because we actually drove to Papa John's for our pickup. But, they will deliver and do have a Kissimmee site. I am sure there are other places that will deliver to the resorts or hotels (other pizza places or Chinese restaurants, etc.). Cheaper than ordering room service.

Just a thought . . .

 

[SlightlyGoofy]

I think I read somewhere that you could order pizza delivered to your resort but had to pick it up at the main bldg. Not sure if this would work now with the new security tho and not sure that I would want it to. Would be very easy to sneak in that way IMHO.

Slightly Goofy

 

[Lewisc]

There are so many suite hotels, condos and private homes with kitchens and mini-kitchens I don't understand why people who want to cook some of their meals don't just stay at a place with cooking facilities that are appropriate for their plans. I think some of the appliances people bring are a fire hazard not to mention the possibility of blowing circuit breakers.