Had to change dates - No Cinderella table - need alternatives :(

[UpstateDisney]

Hi everyone!

Unfortunately, and for circumstances beyond our control, our trip was changed from end of September to mid-October. This has forced us to cancel our reservations at Cinderella's table which I made 180 days out... and I cannot get another reservation Tried Be our Guest as well, with no luck

Basically, assuming no last minute cancellations pop up - what would be alternative venues that we may be able to get. She will be doing the bippity boppity boo in the morning, so we really want it to be "princessy" Doesn't have to be on site as we will have a car - Disney Springs, resorts, off site is all possible - just want a really special and memorable meal. Please let us know!!

 

[RAPstar]

If you can get into Akershus at Epcot, it's a really great, and cheaper, alternative to CRT.

 

[robl45]

Yes, we certainly wouldn't expect any Disney Magic with a restaurant they know you booked 180 days out. Nope, no way. Anyway, As the other person suggested, you could try the epcot restaurant although make sure its food you will eat. Our family won't eat that food.

Also, we went and another family from our town was there this year over spring break and they managed to get CRT and other restaurants the day before when people cancelled so maybe that will work.

 

[Shellyb84]

Hi everyone!

Unfortunately, and for circumstances beyond our control, our trip was changed from end of September to mid-October. This has forced us to cancel our reservations at Cinderella's table which I made 180 days out... and I cannot get another reservation Tried Be our Guest as well, with no luck

Basically, assuming no last minute cancellations pop up - what would be alternative venues that we may be able to get. She will be doing the bippity boppity boo in the morning, so we really want it to be "princessy" Doesn't have to be on site as we will have a car - Disney Springs, resorts, off site is all possible - just want a really special and memorable meal. Please let us know!!

What about doing some princess M&Gs at MK and going to a signature TS for dinner? Maybe Cali Grill and watch the fireworks. Or Jiko? That was my DD's favorite meal on our trip when she was 6, she still talks about it.

 

[UpstateDisney]

Thank you for your responses!
Definitely going to do some M&G that day! A "Fancy" meal in a non-character restaurant is perfect. I love the idea of fireworks at Cali Grill - but nothing available for our dates Any other ideas? We can even do late lunch/early dinner if there is a specific event or reason. Thanks!

 

[Shellyb84]

Thank you for your responses!
Definitely going to do some M&G that day! A "Fancy" meal in a non-character restaurant is perfect. I love the idea of fireworks at Cali Grill - but nothing available for our dates Any other ideas? We can even do late lunch/early dinner if there is a specific event or reason. Thanks!

Keep checking. I would guess than CG is much more likely to have something open up than CRT. Do you have a Touring Plans subscription? I've had great luck with their reservation finder.

 

[Pumbaa_]

1900 Park Faire?

 

[_auroraborealis_]

I was going to say the same as @Pumbaa_ . 1900 Park Fare dinner is often quite bookable, and perfect for post-BBB.

 

[TheRustyScupper]

1) No characters, but how about taking her to the "regular" Afternoon Tea at the Grand Floridian?
2) Very adult, but accommodating to kids.
3) Plus, she will certainly feel like a "grown up".
4) VERY REGAL for your princess.

 

[marcyleecorgan]

What about that breakfast with the Princes and their Princesses? Ummmm Trattoria or something like that.

 

[Lisa F]

I was going to say park fare dinner... cinderella, prince, step sisters... i bet they have loads of fun with little princesses. Might be more chance of it opening up if fully booked too... a friend of mine had good luck there last minute.

 

[ChasingLeslie]

1900 PF dinner for sure!

 

[gharter]

1900 PF, breakfast at Trattoria is royal couples, Akershus at Epcot.
Try reservation finder on touringplans.com . It's free and we have been able to get some difficult to find reservations through them.
Good luck!

 

[_auroraborealis_]

Breakfast is probably too early for the BBB appointment, however.

 

[kastoney]

I'm not a big fan of buffets so I can't speak for 1900 Park Faire, but if you are looking for something fancier we love Narcoosee's and I prefer their fireworks view to California Grill.

 

[Shanti]

Hi everyone!

Unfortunately, and for circumstances beyond our control, our trip was changed from end of September to mid-October. This has forced us to cancel our reservations at Cinderella's table which I made 180 days out... and I cannot get another reservation Tried Be our Guest as well, with no luck

Basically, assuming no last minute cancellations pop up - what would be alternative venues that we may be able to get. She will be doing the bippity boppity boo in the morning, so we really want it to be "princessy" Doesn't have to be on site as we will have a car - Disney Springs, resorts, off site is all possible - just want a really special and memorable meal. Please let us know!!

Get a free Basic Access Touring Plans subscription & use their reservation finder.

 

[PrincessBelle39]

We weren't overly fond of 1900PF. But that's just personal opinion and it could have been just our experience on the night. We found it very rushed and the buffet food, although it sounded good when I read it online, just didn't appeal when we got there. It does seem popular though. We've loved each visit to Akershus and also enjoyed the Bon Voyage breakfast this trip. I would say though that Akershus is definitely closer to the CRT experience as far as princesses go.

 

[Lisa F]

We weren't overly fond of 1900PF. But that's just personal opinion and it could have been just our experience on the night. We found it very rushed and the buffet food, although it sounded good when I read it online, just didn't appeal when we got there. It does seem popular though. We've loved each visit to Akershus and also enjoyed the Bon Voyage breakfast this trip. I would say though that Akershus is definitely closer to the CRT experience as far as princesses go.

the only problem is akershus books almost as fast as CRT does, especially being only 1 credit on the DDP vs. 2.

 

[UpstateDisney]

Thanks everyone! I did manage a 1900 park fare for a late evening meal Best I can do so far. I am going to be checking every day until the trip for both Cinderella and Akershus - hope I log in at time of a cancellation! Wish us luck!

 

[lubob]

Akershus is very good and character interaction is great. Also it is only one table service credit. Were CRT is two table service credits