Help Please! Bison served anywhere?

[ash09nd]

Wild game has many health benefits... and, why does it matter? If you don't have an answer, scroll on by!

OP: I have had a buffalo burger at WL.

Thank you MrsDuck. I have rare food allergies and my doctor instructed me to only eat "wild" meat because they are not given hormones or antibiotics. I'm not expecting it to be fresh killed from the wild. Thank you to those who have actually posted good information rather than sarcasm. Much appreciated.

 

[declansdad]

I actually cannot imagine much meat that is served at WDW that wasn't farm raised.

Yes

All the venison, 'wild boar,' bison, ostrich, rabbit, etc sold in restaurants (in WDW at least, this isn't an Adirondack lodge or a real life road kill cafe, after all) are farm raised. 'Wild boar' is not actually wild, it's a breed - which is too bad because there are areas in the south that actually have an invasive wild boar problem when boar brought over to breed with pigs got loose, they're destroying lots of woodland. It would be nice if they were rounded up and served to adventurous restaurant patrons just to get rid of them.

So, in short OP, can't help you. There's no wild game in WDW. Not even the occasional alligator or rattlesnake seen on Florida menus is wild, it comes from farms. But if you're staying at Fort Wildnerness and you're very light on your feet there's possum, squirrel, and lots of little lizards you could grill up on the conveniently provided grills (I've been informed the only grills at WDW resorts are in Fort Wilderness). I believe the fish are officially off limits. I'd bring a doctor's note explaining your condition, in case anyone gets concerned when you run by with a net.

That's what I thought. I know there is no wild game sold in restaurants around here, that would be quite illegal.

 

[crashbb]

Thank you MrsDuck. I have rare food allergies and my doctor instructed me to only eat "wild" meat because they are not given hormones or antibiotics. I'm not expecting it to be fresh killed from the wild. Thank you to those who have actually posted good information rather than sarcasm. Much appreciated.

See, this is why posters asking questions is helpful to the OP. Your original question was for something that doesn't exist (wild, not farm-raised). You new/actual question is for something that should be obtainable (foor free from hormones/antibiotics).

A few thoughts -It is my understanding that both The Wave (table service) and Sunshine Seasons (counter service) offer organic products and (I believe) serve meat that is free from hormones and antibiotics. It my not be "wild game", but it should be free of the things to which you are allergic.

I'm not sure about the Bison at Artist's Point - I'd contact them to ask (It might be "conventionally raised").

Obviously, vegetarian/vegan options would work for you and WDW can do some really, really good ones.

 

[mousesf]

(I've been informed the only grills at WDW resorts are in Fort Wilderness).

At Saratoga Springs they have Grills provided near the pool area at The Grandstand - I am unsure of the other buildings because this is the one we stay at all the time

 

[DLgal]

We don't eat any meat that contains antibiotics or hormones. It's quite easy to find chicken, beef, and pork that are free of those things. We eat grass fed organic beef, organic air chilled chicken and heritage organic pork. On vacation, I don't really care what we are eating, but if there were allergies in place, I would be asking this question as well.

However, a PP was correct that the OP initially asked the wrong question. There are quite a few restaurants at WDW that serve hormone/antibiotic free meats. Browse the menus online and you will see those menu items in enough abundance to make informed dining choices. It will cost you, though, as they tend to be pricey menu items.

 

[disfan07]

See, this is why posters asking questions is helpful to the OP. Your original question was for something that doesn't exist (wild, not farm-raised). You new/actual question is for something that should be obtainable (foor free from hormones/antibiotics).

A few thoughts -It is my understanding that both The Wave (table service) and Sunshine Seasons (counter service) offer organic products and (I believe) serve meat that is free from hormones and antibiotics. It my not be "wild game", but it should be free of the things to which you are allergic.

I'm not sure about the Bison at Artist's Point - I'd contact them to ask (It might be "conventionally raised").

Obviously, vegetarian/vegan options would work for you and WDW can do some really, really good ones.

Exactly. For this you don't need "wild" meats. What you are looking for is more organic hormone/antibiotic free. Which can include beef, chicken, pork, lamb, bison, etc. it just all depends on how it is raised.

I am supposed to stick to organic grass fed meats as much as possible because of my food allergies and other health conditions. My best guess is that it is almost impossible to do that in disneyworld. Luckily I am allowed to cheat for a week at Disney if needed (I always have my Benadryl and epis with me just in case but it's never been necessary because of meat products). But besides the wave and maybe some signature places, I doubt you will find places with organic, hormone/antibiotic free meats. I mean, the price of beef is insane (I pay $9.99/lb for organic grass fed 90/10 ground beef) so I can't imagine that a place that feeds so many people would stock all restaurants will this type of meat.

I would stick to vegetarian meals if those are your dietary restrictions but that is just my opinion.

 

[AntePrincess]

Thank you MrsDuck. I have rare food allergies and my doctor instructed me to only eat "wild" meat because they are not given hormones or antibiotics. I'm not expecting it to be fresh killed from the wild. Thank you to those who have actually posted good information rather than sarcasm. Much appreciated.

Sarcasm is fair game when the question is too vague to be answered, but the clarification helps a lot.

How are you with fish? So long as you stay away from farmed fish you ought to be safe from antibiotics and hormones that have been added, and you can always double check the Monterey Bay Aquarium's little cheat sheet for fish free of contaminants. If fish is an option that ought to open up the Coral Reef and sushi almost anywhere in the parks (except for salmon which is almost always farmed unless you're at a high end place). I second the vote for Sunshine Seasons, as well.

As far as I know, there's nothing in Magic Kingdom that fits the bill. Nothing meaty anyway, which is a shame, but I suppose they cater more to children.

 

[AntePrincess]

At Saratoga Springs they have Grills provided near the pool area at The Grandstand - I am unsure of the other buildings because this is the one we stay at all the time

Oh thanks, I'll keep that in mind if my husband gets his heart said on a BBQ during our stay. Back to the regularly scheduled thread...

 

[Kelli Pooh]

Call Disney and discuss your allergies with them. They would know best what is available and they try so hard to help with allergies and dietary restrictions.
Best of luck!

 

[Poohforyou]

Wild game has many health benefits... and, why does it matter? If you don't have an answer, scroll on by!

OP: I have had a buffalo burger at WL.

You're correct there but eating it for its health benefits is a choice. Needing to eat it because of a medical condition is completely different and one that is quite perplexing. If it's simply a matter of getting lean protein that can be accomplished in many ways other than just Bison and other game. People are curious, it's human nature.

 

[Poohforyou]

Thank you MrsDuck. I have rare food allergies and my doctor instructed me to only eat "wild" meat because they are not given hormones or antibiotics. I'm not expecting it to be fresh killed from the wild. Thank you to those who have actually posted good information rather than sarcasm. Much appreciated.

You can get meat without hormones or antibiotics by sticking with organic or local farm meats. Almost every grocery store carries meat that meets your needs. I do my best to get grass fed beef free of hormones and antibiotics, free range chicken also free of the hormones and antibiotics, etc. I shop at Wegmans, Whole Foods, Trader Joes and Stop & Shop. You don't need to restrict yourself to bison etc. There also isn't any guarantee that game meat won't be treated with hormones or antibiotics because, as others have said, it's mostly farm raised.

 

[bdklein]

Not really. Perhaps the OP was looking for a suggestion and didn't want to disclose their condition? No one is being rude.

I guess I was right. Once the OP gave some more insight the OP got some great info.

 

[annaaidan99]

All the venison, 'wild boar,' bison, ostrich, rabbit, etc sold in restaurants (in WDW at least, this isn't an Adirondack lodge or a real life road kill cafe, after all) are farm raised. 'Wild boar' is not actually wild, it's a breed - which is too bad because there are areas in the south that actually have an invasive wild boar problem when boar brought over to breed with pigs got loose, they're destroying lots of woodland. It would be nice if they were rounded up and served to adventurous restaurant patrons just to get rid of them.

So, in short OP, can't help you. There's no wild game in WDW. Not even the occasional alligator or rattlesnake seen on Florida menus is wild, it comes from farms. But if you're staying at Fort Wildnerness and you're very light on your feet there's possum, squirrel, and lots of little lizards you could grill up on the conveniently provided grills (I've been informed the only grills at WDW resorts are in Fort Wilderness). I believe the fish are officially off limits. I'd bring a doctor's note explaining your condition, in case anyone gets concerned when you run by with a net.

This is the funniest thing I've read today. I keep picturing this in my head and I can't stop laughing.

 

[TDC Nala]

Lots of WDW restaurants serve bison, some serve other game, but there's no way I can tell you right here personally that the meat they use is wild caught and not farm-raised. There are such things as commercial bison farms. Bison is a leaner meat than what comes from cattle, so it's becoming popular. Most likely due to food service regulations, the game meat used at WDW comes from farms.

What you're really looking for is organically raised meat, and you'd have to ask questions about WDW's suppliers to find out if they have any. If you've got a medical condition, go to the DisABILITIES board and contact Disney Special Diets. Don't know if they'll be able to pinpoint WDW's meat suppliers but they should be able to find out which restaurants offer organically raised or locally farmed meat. Organic items are expensive, so you won't see a lot of restaurants specifically offering them.

 

[MinnieGirl33]

Call Disney and discuss your allergies with them. They would know best what is available and they try so hard to help with allergies and dietary restrictions.
Best of luck!

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[Disney_Princess83]

You can get Spit-roasted American Bison at the Hollywood Brown Derby

There is also a Smoked Venison Loin at Artists Point

 

[smiths02]

The only way to ensure that the meat is hormone and antibiotic free is for it to be farm raised with those specifications.

My DH hunts deer...he has no way to know what that deer ate (what chemicals it could have been exposed to, etc.). Also, I know, in GA at least, it would be illegal for him to sell the meat he gets from hunting.

 

[kayrosek]

If organic is an option Garden Grill might be okay. Their meats are organic I believe.

 

[sleepydog25]

As an objective observer, your original question OP was a tad vague and certainly caused some confusion. Once your request was clarified, I hope you found some answers to help you. On the other hand, I'd have to disagree that vagueness alone warrants sarcasm or flippancy in reply. A simple, "Could you please clarify what your doctor said?" would be a far more helpful response.

 

[tinkerhon]

"Sanaa" recently starting serving a Bison Marsala that is amazing !!!