I can't believe I ate it all 7day DXDP Reviews-COMPLETE 5-2 QSR&Aloha Dinner Show

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[ChefMickey123]

Thank you, readers for all of your kind comments. I had some difficult circumstances preventing me from playing on the internet too much last month, but I am pleased to continue writing my restaurant reviews as long as you wish to read them.

And so, we now present-April 21, 2009-Sit Down Lunch at the Yak & Yeti, Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park

After a brief foray around the park safari ride and train, it was time to make my way over to lunch. I skipped any and all kinds of breakfast/coffee, so I was famished…which turned out to be a good thing.


My Yak & Yeti reservation was for 11:00 and at about 10:30 I was passing the restaurant and popped in to let them know I was there and ready. The nice lady at the door gave me a yellow ticket with some numbers on it and said to come back at 11:00.


I thought I would try to do a ride, and so, I did. I chose to ride the Kali River Rapids, where I met a nice British family here on holiday. I never got so drenched on a ride in my life. Shortly after, I was seated, shivering and soaked from the waist-down on the second floor of the Yak & Yeti restaurant.


I had a glorious window seat overlooking the path below. I felt as if I were a privileged guest of one of Indiana Jones’ overseas hosts. There are many nice things about the Yak & Yeti décor. My favorites were the inlaid wood chairs around the nicely carved tables.


Soon thereafter, my server came over and introduced herself. She was very nice. After explaining that the restaurant is “a little different” from the rest of the Disney restaurants (Yak & Yeti is a mini boutique group of restaurants owned by Landry’s Seafood), I was given the dining plan speech. At this restaurant, on the Deluxe Dining Plan, you receive an Appetizer-and they mean appetizer-not soup nor salad, Main Course, Dessert, and Non-Alcoholic beverage.


My meal selections were the Pork Pot-Sticker Appetizer, Shrimp Lo-Mein, Mango Pie, and coffee.


While waiting for my appetizer, I sipped on the Shanghai Express Cocktail, a delicious concoction of rums and fruit juices reminiscent of the days when you actually ordered food in a Chinese restaurant rather than just belly up to the buffet. It came in an elegant glass and was refreshing and relaxing. In fact, it was so relaxing that, even with my size and tolerance for alcohol, two would have been enough to send me to Dreamland.

My Pot-Stickers arrived in short order, hot, crispy and delicious (you have a choice of seared or steamed, I chose seared). The sauce actually had a sour citrus kick to it, which I enjoyed, as often I find commercially prepared duck sauce too sweet.

Following the Pot-Stickers was the Shrimp Lo-mein. I was not expecting from a restaurant such as this to be as good as it was. The balance of flavors in this dish was impressive. There was even a hint of iron-wok seared flavor throughout the dish. Plenty of medium-sized shrimp were evenly distributed throughout the vegetables and noodles. The flavor was very addictive (umami), and I cleaned my plate with little effort.

I was very worried about my dessert course; as mango flavored things tend to taste “fuzzy” or “gritty” if not absolutely fresh. This occurs from the enzymes in the mango breaking down the proteins in other ingredients it is combined with.


There was no need to worry, though. The pie was reminiscent of a finely made Key-Lime (although distinctly mango in flavor) pie with crumbled cookie crust. It was just sweet enough, and the whipped cream & fruit sauces which adorned it were complementary rather than superfluous decoration. My coffee went down well too.

The service was the fastest I received during my stay. Being by myself and wanting to get back to the park attractions, this was quite welcome. My server was pleasant, and forgot nothing, earning her the customary 20%.


Something else of note-because of their unique, non-Disney structure, the Yak & Yeti offers a great dining experience for families (yes, I know, Disney does an awesome job). There was a table of four, parents and two young boys, across from me. The kids not only received main course with two sides and dessert, but they also got an appetizer, so it was fun to watch them try all of the different kinds of appetizers.


In summary, I have no problem recommending the Yak & Yeti. This is an Asian restaurant, and the quality is comparable to any mid-size city’s best place of Wokery. It is a welcome respite from the hot park (air- conditioned), and an enjoyable meal.

Next time-Did I survive my trip to Planet Hollywood with the grandparents?

 

[mommytothreeboys]

ChefMickey! My friend!! I was worried about you...I hope things are okay for you.

Great review! My in-laws were in WDW in January and they said Yak and Yeti was the best meal they had.

I love the description of why Mango things get "fuzzy"! You channeled Alton Brown there for a moment! LOL...LOVE it!

Glad you're back! You were missed!

 

[luckytobeme88]

Wow, that was an amazingly "senior friendly" review of Yak & Yeti.
Thank you.

 

[DisneyHolidayFan]

So glad you are back with your wonderful reviews and hope that everything is well with you now.

 

[CanadianPaco]

I love your reviews and writing style! What a pleasure to read!! THANKS!

 

[tink1957]

Thanks so much for the Yak & Yeti review, it makes me even more excited to try it in Sept. I must get one of those Shanghi Express drinks, it looks so refreshing.

Thanks also for the bold letters, it was a very pleasant read for my 50 year old eyes.

 

[2manypets]

I'm so glad you're back! Another great review.

 

[adsrtw]

May I jump in a little late? I enjoy your writing style and can't wait to hear more reviews.

 

[Maxwell42]

I'm enjoying your reviews - you bring a fresh perspective - so I think I'll subscribe.

 

[cnorth]

Thanks for the Yak and Yeti review. It's our first meal, and you definately made me feel better about my choice.

 

[onelilspark]

After hearing some shaky reviews of Yak & Yeti from when it first opened, it seems to really be picking up steam now! I'll have to put it on my list to try!

 

[jessters7]

I'm in! Awesome reviews so far- and I look forward to reading more!

 

[Shir Kahn]

I'm jumping in on this one too! I love the reviews. I've never really desired to dine at the Yak n Yeti until your review. Also, although I'm not a senior, I definitely enjoy the large font you use!

 

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Count me in too!!!

 

[hill6]

I thought I would try to do a ride, and so, I did. I chose to ride the Kali River Rapids, where I met a nice British family here on holiday. I never got so drenched on a ride in my life. Shortly after, I was seated, shivering and soaked from the waist-down on the second floor of the Yak & Yeti restaurant.


At this restaurant, on the Deluxe Dining Plan, you receive an Appetizer-and they mean appetizer-not soup nor salad, Main Course, Dessert, and Non-Alcoholic beverage.

I get extremely wet on Kali. Last month I had to buy an entire new outfit. I brought the flip flops to put on and gave mom my sneakers to hold in her scooter.

Strange about the appetizer comment. We had DxDP also and were not told any restrictions with the appetizers. I had the salad and it counted as an appetizer. It was a delicious salad too. The dressing there is very good.

We thoroughly enjoyed our meal there.

 

[Kellyh123]

I am really enjoying your reviews!
Thanks so much for taking the time to give us such amazing descriptions.

 

[mlittig]

Hi ChefMickey123,
I just subcribed to your thread, it is the first subbing I have done! My daughter also graduated from CIA at Hyde Park. What an amazing place it is located on the beautiful Hudson River. They provide an outstanding education. I absolutely love your reviews and completely enjoy your fabulous writing style. You make for very interesting reading and mouth watering descriptions. Thanks so much and I look forward to reading more.


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[butiflfeet]

I love how you're describing the food! Thanks so much for sharing, I'll definitely keep checking back for more