Is California Grill worth the price?

[pecanp13]

I have been to WDW a few times but never ate here. I’m going over the holidays and treating my parents, who tend to be “hard to please” eaters. Is this restaurant worth the price for the quality of food, or are you mostly paying for the atmosphere? If not, would you recommend going to another nicer restaurant on property instead?

Of the signature restaurants, we’ve been to Yachtsman, Le Cellier and Boathouse. We were looking to try somewhere new. Any recommendations would be much appreciated!

 

[Skippyboo]

Would the menu appeal to your parents or are they more a steak and potato eater? The view is pretty amazing plus you get to watch the MK fireworks from the viewing platform outside. The firework viewing helps with high price.

 

[kboo]

We have loved CG since we started going in 2013 (before it went prix fixe). It's still one of our favorites. They have kept a few of their biggest crowd pleasers through several menu changes, so even if one thing or another isn't exactly your taste, it is overall still lovely. Our other favorites are:

Topolino's (but I have had a couple times where service was a little hit or miss; most other times it's good to amazing)
Flying Fish (although they have non-fish items that are excellent, I go for the fish entrees)

and of course, Victoria & Albert's but that is in a different category altogether.

Others worth trying - Narcoosee's (also better if you like fish) and Citrico's.

Other than Victoria & Albert's, Topolino's dinner and CG are always trading off the top spot for me.

 

[hardcorestitch]

I would actually recommend Sebastian’s down at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort. For only $39 per adult and $21 per kid, you get some flavorful dishes like tamarind barbecue chicken, mojo pork, and a huge variety of sides. Plus, you can ask for seconds and thirds as it’s AYCTE! Much better value than the $89 per adult and the adult Sebastian’s price per child, in which you only get to enjoy 3 dishes (1 choice) that are honestly forgettable.

 

[NYCgrrl]

Great meal, surroundings and view for the money. I doubt anyone in your party would be unhappy.

 

[Disneydawg74]

We find that the food is not always wonderfully prepared. Last time we went, the ravioli appetizer was cold and the beef wasn’t at the temperature we ordered. Our excellent server took care of things.We go for the atmosphere and as part of our holiday fun. Honestly, I don’t think the food at most Disney restaurants is worth their prices.

 

[ML_LovesDisney]

Last time we were there, I really enjoyed the food, but I could tell a lot is "pre-prepared" because of the prix fixe menu. It was better pre-prix fixe. Personally, I would not take people who easily criticize food there due to that reason.