Illuminations and Rose and Crown??

[Simba's Mom]

If I want to see Illuminations from the Rose and Crown in December (Illuminations is at 9:30 then), what time should I make PS for? I've never seen Illuminations from Rose and Crown-actually, never eaten at Rose and Crown at all. Reserving CP package on a night when they're having MVMCP in MK, so hopefully that will decrease #s in Epcot. Doing 6:45 show, going solo, so what time would you recommend for PS? I'm assuming Rose and Crown has some small tables on the patio. And what do you think my chances are?

 

[capegirl]

Even though you have PS there is no guarantee that you will get a patio table. If you will be there prior to Christmas week when the parks are not too busy, you may not have a problem.
It is suggested that you stop at the R&C podium earlier in the day to request a patio table, however this does not always work.
If you are seated inside, you ARE allowed to watch from the patio . By the way, the fish and chips are pretty good! Hope this helps.

 

[Simba's Mom]

Thanks, but I guess it doesn't matter what the "ideal" time is. I was so anxious, I called for the CP package today, and 8:00 was the latest they had openings at the Rose and Crown. Must be filled with CP package since it's more than 90 days out. But it is a relief to know you can see from inside. I'm probably the only one actually hoping my PS runs late.

 

[slp87]

You can't actually see from inside. I think capegirl meant that they let the people from inside walk out to the patio. I've heard so many different experiences about what they do and don't do, that I think the procedure is very unpredictable. Good luck, I hope it works out.

 

[Scratch42]

The waitstaff came around to all the tables and asked if we would be interested in going outside to watch Illuminations. DD went out on the Patio but I stayed inside enjoying my Prime!LOL

Our table was by the fireplace and I could see some of it from there! They are very accomodating so don't worry.

Regarding the Fish and Chips, according to DD it was ICKY!LOL We are used to having a light batter and halibut but their's was a Thick Batter and Cod! She was not amuzed!LOL

Scratch