Eating ALL THE THINGS! 1/9 - 1/17

[ElizaDoesDisney]

Couldn’t help myself. Also tried the Bread Pudding.



This was excellent. Pretty much anything with vanilla ice cream and caramel sauce is going to be a win in my book. And this was. The portion size is huge - this is definitely shareable.

Updated receipt

 

[ElizaDoesDisney]

Got my text back from Sam’s after about 45 minutes. Pretty perfect timing as I had just settled my bill and was nursing my cocktail.

This place was really cool. Although it was a bit much for me. But that’s just me being a curmudgeon. The drink was decent, but the star here is the decor and show.



I went with the Tahitian Torch - Tito's Handmade Vodka, tropical juices, passion fruit, and fresh lime juice.


A decent tiki drink.

 

[Counting Stars]

So okay- I probably shouldn't have read your latest at this time of night.... now I am hungry and nothing I have here at home will quite do the trick. Got to read these on a full stomach.... Great report though!

 

[ThreeBoyMama]

Glad you finally made it into Trader Sam’s. Your drink sounds yummy!

 

[ElizaDoesDisney]

I was craving a burger all morning. Specifically craving the burger from Steakhouse 71 I saw someone get last night. I was able to grab a last minute lunch reservation so headed back to Contemporary. They didn’t even confirm the reservation when they waved me through, so I could have just walked up to bar. Wonder if it was just random or if they’ve relaxed parking restrictions.



Stack burger - Signature Blend of Beef, Pork Belly, American Cheese, Lemon Aïoli, Red Onion, House-made Pickles, on a Brioche Bun


This was very good and very filling. Could easily be split in two for a lighter lunch.

I tried to order a beer, but the only thing currently on draft was an IPA, so twist my arm, I’ll have another gimlet.

Just as good as last night.



Back to work for the afternoon and then have GoTG ILL and Monsieur Paul reservations for tonight.

 

[ThreeBoyMama]

A burger and a gimlet sounds like an awesome lunch to me!

 

[emilyann704]

I love this! I went solo to Disney last year and since it was my first trip in about 20 years I didn't want to tie myself down too much with reservations. On my next trip (hopefully later this year or early 2024, likely solo again) I want to do exactly what you're doing. Enjoy!

 

[StarCruzer]

We've had the Wagyu at Morimoto and absolutely loved it. We also did the regular menu at Takumi-Tei in The Before Times. Everything was amazing, but in particular, we loved whatever the bone marrow appetizer was.

We're doing V&A in a few weeks so, very excited to see what your experience is!

 

[2xcited2sleep]

That Trader Sam's drink does look good. When it first opened they had a limited menu and refused to make any substitutions and used a lot of orgeat, which I don't care for. Maybe that's relaxed now. I must be a curmudgeon too b/c I didn't love it. It's cute but a lot of the schtick got old for me quickly. By the tenth time they're shouting about shots of rum inside of 30 minutes it's borderline annoying. That gimlet at 71 has shot to the top of my must try list. LOVE that burger and the onion rings but agree that sharing is preferable. Not sure if you're going back to your resort to do your work but if you find any spots you think are good for logging in and getting a few hours of work done on property, please share.

 

[EatMoreVeg]

I’m solo at Disney for the next eight nights - staying off-site. My initial plan was to not make any reservations. But I failed and somehow this morphed into a foodie extravaganza. I have reservations for Morimoto omakase, Monsieur Paul, Takumi-tei, and Victoria and Alberts. #NoRegrets.

So I thought I’d document the meals here so I can remember them (and maybe other will find it useful too). The only way this will ever happen is if I keep it up to date as I go - so I’ll do my best.

YES! Bless your soul. So excited for this.

 

[ElizaDoesDisney]

I got to EPCOT around 5:15 and made my way immediately over to my Guardians of the Galaxy. What a great ride. I was shocked that virtual queue was still open that late with an ~8:30 return time. I didn’t grab one because of my dinner plans - but good to know. Then over to the land pavilion to ride Soarin’ which was posted at 15 minutes but was essentially a walk on. Then wandered around World Showcase until dinner time.

Monsieur Paul was very, very good. A few very slight service missteps, but overall a great experience.



They have a full wine and cocktail list, but I stuck with a wine pairing.

Started with a glass of champagne.


And an amuse bouche - gougere, rice ball, and tuna with olive tampenade.


Bread and butter


First course - Lobster Salad with Pouilly-Fume

 

[ElizaDoesDisney]

Fish course with pouilly-fusee and scallops. The scallops were good, but the sweet potato purée might be the best thing I’ve ever eaten.


Intermezzo - pear sorbet with pear liqueur.


Filet and cote du Rhône. Filet was good. Potatoes were excellent. Almost, but not quite, as good as Joel Robuchon’s. Probably more butter than potato.

 

[ElizaDoesDisney]

At this point I visited the restroom and on my way back, my waiter asked if I minded moving to a table at the window so I could see Harmonious. Don’t mind if I do.

Syrah and cheese course. Chèvre at the bottom and then sheep cheese, blue and Camembert with grapes and fig jam.


Vacherin and “honey wine”. This was fabulous - light and refreshing. The honey wine tastes like port to me, but what do I know.


And finally petite fours - financiers, orange chocolate macrons, salted caramel. And Cointreau.


This was excellent. A very different meal to Morimotos, but both have their merits. I’d do either again, but if I had to choose one, I’d go back to Morimotos.

 

[ElizaDoesDisney]

Finished dinner around 9:35 and walked out through an almost empty EPCOT. Two rides, a fabulous dinner, and a view of the fireworks. A perfect night in EPCOT as far as I’m concerned.

 

[ThreeBoyMama]

Looks like another fabulous meal! Love your park photos.

 

[2xcited2sleep]

Wow!! What a fantastic evening. More butter than potatoes is exactly how I like them. And the sweet potato puree may be the best thing you've EVER eaten??? I need to get a reservation here!!! Love all the empty pavilion photos.

 

[justinslot]

As someone who is going to do nine nights solo in a few weeks, and whose goals for this trip are primarily gastronomic, I will follow this thread with great interest.

You've put two things on my radar that I wasn't thinking of at all: omakase at Morimoto and Takumi-tei. I tend to shy away from omakase as there is a lot of sushi I just don't like so I feel like I'm spending a lot of money to eat things I know I am not a fan of, but your review is making me reassess that opinion.

 

[2xcited2sleep]

As someone who is going to do nine nights solo in a few weeks, and whose goals for this trip are primarily gastronomic, I will follow this thread with great interest.

You've put two things on my radar that I wasn't thinking of at all: omakase at Morimoto and Takumi-tei. I tend to shy away from omakase as there is a lot of sushi I just don't like so I feel like I'm spending a lot of money to eat things I know I am not a fan of, but your review is making me reassess that opinion.

Sorry to hijack, @ElizaDoesDisney . Hope that you do a dining review as well, @justinslot I did Takumi Tei last month and it was exceptional. I do like sushi, so that's a factor, but the overall experience and hospitality were just outstanding.

 

[ElizaDoesDisney]

Took a break from work to do lunch at Sana’a. Good life decision. I was lucky enough to get a seat by a window so dined with some animal friends today.



Started with a Mango Margarita - frozen blend of tequila, Van der Ham tangerine liqueur from South Africa, mango puree, and fresh lime juice.


I wasn’t too hungry so went with two apps. And it was still too much food.

Samosas - Potato and Pea Samosas with Tamarind and Mango Chutney


Salad Sampler - From left to right - watermelon and pickled fennel, black eyed peas and chickpeas, golden beet.


This was the star of the meal. Filling but not heavy. Especially welcome after last nights indulgence. Big enough for a lunch on its own and at $10 it’s a Disney steal.

 

[ElizaDoesDisney]

Was stacking LL all morning while working. Knocked off around 4 to head to Hollywood Studios. Put myself on the waitlist for Brown Derby Lounge, rode MMRR and got my table about five minutes after I got off the ride. It’s nice when things work out.


Florida Collins - Purity Vodka, Simple Syrup, freshly squeezed Lemon and Club Soda

Nice and refreshing.

COBB Salad - spit-roasted turkey, bacon, egg, tomatoes, blue cheese, avocado, classic dressing

Always a hit. Although I miss when the lounge offered a smaller version so I could justify getting a salad and something else.