Illuminations, Jellyrolls, or Both?

[3smithboys]

We have one day planned to go to Epcot. Right now I have Via Napoli booked for lunch and Rose and Crown for dinner at 7:30. The thought was to stay for Illuminations. We've seen Illuminations before and enjoy it, but we've never been to Jellyrolls so I have no idea what to expect. I've heard it's great!

Would you skip Illuminations/Rose & Crown and eat at someplace over at the Boardwalk like Trattoria al Forno and go earlier to Jellyrolls to be sure to get a seat for the evening, OR would you head over there after Illuminations and take your chances??? (I'm going on a Friday night in July if that matters in your advice..)

 

[teddygurl28]

I've always done illuminations then walked over To jelly rolls. Many nights on multiple trips in many different months. We would watch it closer to the bridge to get a good start on leaving the park

 

[3smithboys]

I've always done illuminations then walked over To jelly rolls. Many nights on multiple trips in many different months. We would watch it closer to the bridge to get a good start on leaving the park

That's a great suggestion! Thanks so much.... Do you think we should get an ADR a bit earlier then?? There were plenty, so that wouldn't be an issue.

 

[teddygurl28]

I don't think 730 would be the worst time. I guess a 7pm may be a bit better? Worst case scenario you could make sure you are paid up with your server even if you are still finishing up eating/ watching the fireworks. That way you could just walk out when you are done so you wouldn't have to wait in anyone else