Has anyone had success booking dining? I mean......for the love of churros!

[GBRforWDW]

Unable to book the Plaza Inn MSEP dining package this morning for 9/10. Looks like there are still no dates loaded beyond Labor Day.

Really hope we get to see the Electrical Parade!

I have been watching for this too, but for 9/8.

Oh no! Just saw this post from Disney Parks Blog

https://twitter.com/x/status/1547612570869047296

 

[jskiffington]

Oh no! Just saw this post from Disney Parks Blog

Well, crap.

Let's hope they have something starting after 9/1, then! Seems odd going into a holiday weekend and D23 that they wouldn't have a parade or fireworks.

 

[Ladyslug]

Let's hope they have something starting after 9/1, then! Seems odd going into a holiday weekend and D23 that they wouldn't have a parade or fireworks.

9/2 is the start of Halloweentime this year, so they'll probably have Halloween Screams fireworks.

 

[kristenabelle]

There may not be availability for a package on a weekday in the fall (what you’re seeing with Thursday versus Friday) because Fantasmic may be running weekends only.

AH. That makes absolute sense, thanks so much! I assumed they'd have everything going all week because of D23 weekend, but glad we were able to get in Friday!

 

[GeneralTso]

How is it possible for Tortilla Joes--a HUGE restaurant--to have no availability for any day in September while we're there?
Are they closed?

 

[GBRforWDW]

How is it possible for Tortilla Joes--a HUGE restaurant--to have no availability for any day in September while we're there?
Are they closed?

Its entirely possible they just haven't opened reservations for September yet. It looks like I could easily get a table tomorrow, in a month (middle) or at the end of August, but nothing from September 1st onwards.

This has happened with different restaurants since the reopening from time to time. Best thing to do is use a Disneyland dining service reservation finder and set an alert for the days you're looking for. Might be good to set one for Sept 1st, in case they drop them by day and they start there.

And worst case scenario, on the day you want to eat in DTD, go to TJs about 30 minutes to an hour before you want to eat, depending on the current time, and get on the walk up wait list. If it's a normal dining time, get in line an hour before you want to eat as it'll take longer for them to get to walk ins.

 

[alisonleigh21]

I’m just feeling super discouraged. My husband and I are going for our 10th wedding anniversary in September. It’s our first time alone since kids, and will likely be a long time before we go without kids again. I did all the research and did everything right, but was still unable to get the two big things we saved for and that we were so excited for…chef’s counter and riverbelle fantasmic.

 

[Astylla]

I’m just feeling super discouraged. My husband and I are going for our 10th wedding anniversary in September. It’s our first time alone since kids, and will likely be a long time before we go without kids again. I did all the research and did everything right, but was still unable to get the two big things we saved for and that we were so excited for…chef’s counter and riverbelle fantasmic.

While discouraging I will say even regular Napa Rose Dining is amazing. Also keep checking back for Chef Counter especially 24 to 48 hours , even same day at opening doesn't hurt to ask ! Just remember it's currently only Fri- Sun which creates high demand. Speaking of which , I have a reservation for the weekend of Sept. 2nd , when are you going as I may need to give it up ?

Riverbelle Premium Fantasmic is hit or miss , the regular packages seem to be great as I've done them recently. Keep in mind the Premium with seats is only about 7 or 8 tables so that is one of the hardest to get. Otheriwse just book River Belle and ask for the package at check in
As an alternative , I watched the second show of Fantasmic seated at the food area just adjacent to Harbour Galley across from Haunted Mansion.
Basically an expanded seating area so got a closeup view with seats mind you , of the floats and even saw the dragon , Mickey , projections , etc.

 

[slvc1996]

I was able to get Lamplight yesterday for my trip in September. Fingers crossed for Blue Bayou tomorrow.

 

[Astylla]

For anyone going for Blue Bayou this is my advice and feedback :

1. If you've never been - I still recommend going at least once.
2. The food is NOT what it was 5 years ago..it has steadily declined. I went recently walk up before walls were down and new menu was being served. Steak looked decent from another table , but my "Jambalya" was basically roasted chicken , boiled shrimp and andouille sausage ( the BEST PART) just tossed on top of some rice and tomato sauce , not mixed in or together like a true Jambalya should be. I've had this dish before several times and this was by far the worst iteration of it. It didn't taste bad..just was lacking. Still no bread service.
3. Use a reservation finder the 24 to 72 hours before , trust me you WILL get pings for it.
4. Go for the experience not the food..repeat this over and over lol

 

[AJA55]

I’m just feeling super discouraged. My husband and I are going for our 10th wedding anniversary in September. It’s our first time alone since kids, and will likely be a long time before we go without kids again. I did all the research and did everything right, but was still unable to get the two big things we saved for and that we were so excited for…chef’s counter and riverbelle fantasmic.

Call Napa Rose and ask to be on their cancelation list. If you don't mind having a night available, tell them you are OK with last minute. Best time to call them is right around opening time.

 

[AustinTink]

For anyone going for Blue Bayou this is my advice and feedback :

1. If you've never been - I still recommend going at least once.
2. The food is NOT what it was 5 years ago..it has steadily declined. I went recently walk up before walls were down and new menu was being served. Steak looked decent from another table , but my "Jambalya" was basically roasted chicken , boiled shrimp and andouille sausage ( the BEST PART) just tossed on top of some rice and tomato sauce , not mixed in or together like a true Jambalya should be. I've had this dish before several times and this was by far the worst iteration of it. It didn't taste bad..just was lacking. Still no bread service.
3. Use a reservation finder the 24 to 72 hours before , trust me you WILL get pings for it.
4. Go for the experience not the food..repeat this over and over lol

Sad to hear the quality has gone down. It was never 4-star to begin with. We go for the experience and the air conditioning. I usually get the roast chicken dish with the potatoes. Not sure it's on the menu anymore.

 

[longboard55]

We usually eat dinner at the Plaza, split the chicken and a large salad. Price for 2 with one drink and AP is $29, food is really good and it is never super busy. No reservations required

 

[Rich M]

I have been trying to get Fantasmic for week of Sept 12 - Sept 15 but have not seen it come up at all. I have seen BB and RB come up but not the Actual Fantasmic package. Anybody get them for those dates?

 

[sophy1996]

I have been trying to get Fantasmic for week of Sept 12 - Sept 15 but have not seen it come up at all. I have seen BB and RB come up but not the Actual Fantasmic package. Anybody get them for those dates?

They may not be running Fantasmic during the week at that time. Someone else was saying they saw a package on a Friday but not Thursday in September.

 

[milieu_mouse]

Regarding the 7:15 River Belle Fantasmic Dinner - I think that dining must have been expanded today.
I received a slew of alerts for my dates in late August, and looked back as far as early August and several spots are currently available.

 

[AJA55]

I have been trying to get Fantasmic for week of Sept 12 - Sept 15 but have not seen it come up at all. I have seen BB and RB come up but not the Actual Fantasmic package. Anybody get them for those dates?

Yep....

 

[maleficent55]

Regarding the 7:15 River Belle Fantasmic Dinner - I think that dining must have been expanded today.
I received a slew of alerts for my dates in late August, and looked back as far as early August and several spots are currently available.

Super exciting right? I know you’ve been trying as hard as I have!
Did you get one?

I made a thread just for this ;-)

 

[milieu_mouse]

Super exciting right? I know you’ve been trying as hard as I have!
Did you get one?

I mean a thread just for this ;-)

Hooray! Yes, I did get one. I was in transit and had to quickly pull over when my phone started pinging like crazy, haha.
So glad it worked out for you too! And good thinking making a thread!

 

[Astylla]

Super exciting right? I know you’ve been trying as hard as I have!
Did you get one?

I made a thread just for this ;-)

Thank you for this. My Magic key expires Sept. 3rd so was able to grab a dinner for August 31st which I decided may as well in case I can't renew !
And forgot I made park reservations already for that weekend so I'm all set now