Jaclyn & Chris' Engagement Trip Dining Review ~ 01/12 Riverside Mill

[cbg1027]

I just found your review and I live it! The engagement and subsequent free desserts certainly add to it.

I know exactly what you mean about whipped cream on ice cream! I HATE that!

 

[BecBennett]

Those chocolate dipped strawberries look awesome! Did you get to keep the plate? Or was it like a room service plate?

 

[nittanyliongirl02]

Thanks for your Jiko review. My DH and I leave for AKL on Sunday and are psyched. We have ressies there for 12/8!

I don't blame you about the steak either, if I see blood, I can't eat it either. I will have to think about getting the short ribs!

 

[KatMark]

Thanks for the Jiko review. I've unfortunately read several bad reviews about it lately. I'm glad that you and DH at least enjoyed his portion of the meal.

 

[Belle_373]

That's the second bad review I've read of the filet recently. They must've changed the recipe, because it was awesome when I had it two months ago, or they've been having a lot of off nights. Maybe I'll go to Narcooossees or Flying Fish instead of Jiko next year.

It might have just been an off night for the filet. I’ve never had the filet before so I don’t really have anything to compare it to. I just know it wasn’t really my taste. The rest of our meal was excellent though. I’ve never been to Narcoosses but Flying Fish was amazing!

I just found your review and I live it! The engagement and subsequent free desserts certainly add to it.

I know exactly what you mean about whipped cream on ice cream! I HATE that!

Thanks for reading!

YAY! Another person who doesn’t like whipped cream on ice cream!

Those chocolate dipped strawberries look awesome! Did you get to keep the plate? Or was it like a room service plate?

That's a good question. I’m not sure if I could have kept the plate. I left it because there wasn’t any room in my suitcase.

Thanks for your Jiko review. My DH and I leave for AKL on Sunday and are psyched. We have ressies there for 12/8!
I don't blame you about the steak either, if I see blood, I can't eat it either. I will have to think about getting the short ribs!

Whoohoo! You must be so excited! Have a great trip!

The short ribs were excellent! I highly recommend them.

Thanks for the Jiko review. I've unfortunately read several bad reviews about it lately. I'm glad that you and DH at least enjoyed his portion of the meal.

Yeah, I'm not sure what's going on with Jiko lately. I'm hoping they're just having a few off nights. I'll really want to go back for the short ribs.

 

[Belle_373]

We spent this morning at the Keys the Kingdom Tour so we wanted to do something low key for dinner. Originally I was thinking of booking Yachtsmen Steakhouse or Blue Zoo because Epcot had EMH until 12am but I thought we might be too tired after the tour to have such a heavy meal and I was right.

After our tour is was really nice to just be able to take a nap and not be concerned with what time you woke up because of an ADR you had to make.

We were feeling extra lazy tonight and didn’t feel like taking a bus to Epcot and then walking to the Beach Club so we just grab a taxi.

We got to the beach club around 6:30pm and only had to wait about 20 minutes before we were seated.

I ordered a single cheeseburger with fries and a coke.

Single Cheeseburger $ 8.99

Chris ordered a single cheeseburger with bacon and a sprite.

Single Bacon Cheeseburger $9.98

Sorry I forgot to take a picture of Chris’ bacon cheeseburger so just imagine bacon this on this cheeseburger. Anyone else hearing the Journey to Imagination song in their heads? No, just me.

Chris and I both enjoyed our yummy cheeseburgers.

For dessert I ordered a Two Scoop Hot Fudge Sundae $4.98

It was as great as always

Chris had Mom’s Chocolate Cake $5.99

Chris’ was staying clear of all things ice cream so he ordered the Mom’s chocolate cake. He really enjoyed this and almost licked the plate clean. I thought it was a little too rich for my blood. The funny thing is when I first started dating Chris he was very anti-desserts. He thought everything tasted too sweet and I could eat chocolate cake for breakfast. We've completely swapped tastes!

I would go back to Beaches and Cream for dinner in a heartbeat. He was just so laid back and causal without it being a counter service meal. I think dinner here will be a new once a trip tradition.

Total with TIW $35.63

Up Next: Lunch at Earl of Sandwich

 

[jenbear123]

Those desserts at Beaches and Cream look delightful! My mom would have a soft spot for that hot fudge sundae for sure!!! After reading your review, I might just have to make a stop at B&C in April. It seemed well priced too for a sit-down: $35?! That fits my pocket book Love everything so far, keep up the yummy reviews!

 

[purpliequeen]

Awesome reviews! Congrats on your engagement!

 

[KatMark]

Jaclyn, the absolute perfect Hot Fudge Sundae -- NO WHIP CREAM!!!!

 

[DisneyCrafter]

Jaclyn, the absolute perfect Hot Fudge Sundae -- NO WHIP CREAM!!!!

You're NUTS. and no I dont like nuts on my sundae but I do LOVE whip cream!!! My motto is (actually, it's not my motto I just made it up right now! ) "Would you like some ice cream to go with that whip cream?"

That hot fudge certainly does look delicious! Drool.

 

[KatMark]

You're NUTS. and no I dont like nuts on my sundae but I do LOVE whip cream!!! My motto is (actually, it's not my motto I just made it up right now! ) "Would you like some ice cream to go with that whip cream?"

That hot fudge certainly does look delicious! Drool.

See, Jaclyn and I hate whip cream on ice cream and her fiance, Chris, thinks we are nuts. But us girls have to stick together.

 

[wishspirit]

Fantastic food reviews! It's making me hungry just looking at it!!

You guys make the most fantastic couple! You look so cute together!

I am going to try and keep this page open so my DBF can see it for our trip in June!

Keep up the great work!

 

[Belle_373]

Those desserts at Beaches and Cream look delightful! My mom would have a soft spot for that hot fudge sundae for sure!!! After reading your review, I might just have to make a stop at B&C in April. It seemed well priced too for a sit-down: $35?! That fits my pocket book Love everything so far, keep up the yummy reviews!

Beaches and Cream is definitely worth the stop!

It’s is well prices for a sit-down. It’s like you’re saving money by eating there.

Awesome reviews! Congrats on your engagement!

Thank You!

Jaclyn, the absolute perfect Hot Fudge Sundae -- NO WHIP CREAM!!!!

It sure is!

I don’t think I could ever eat the kitchen sink. Imagine a whole bottle of whipped cream on top!

That hot fudge certainly does look delicious! Drool.

The hot fudge was delicious! I sure could go for a hot fudge sundae right about now.

See, Jaclyn and I hate whip cream on ice cream and her fiance, Chris, thinks we are nuts. But us girls have to stick together.

Yes we do! GIRL POWER all the way!

Fantastic food reviews! It's making me hungry just looking at it!!

You guys make the most fantastic couple! You look so cute together!

I am going to try and keep this page open so my DBF can see it for our trip in June!

Keep up the great work!

Thanks so much!

I hope your DBF gets the hint!

 

[Belle_373]

This morning we were checking-out of Corondo Springs Resort and Checking-In to Port Orleans Riverside for the second half of our trip.

One of our favorite parts of staying POR is the boat ride to Downtown Disney. So we thought what better way to kick of our stay than head to Downtown Disney for lunch and an afternoon of shopping!

We decided try Earl of Sandwich for lunch for the first time. I must say this place was very busy. At first I was a little overwhelmed with how long the line was and how busy the seating area was but I figured “What the heck! The food must be good.” I’m glad I we decided to stay because the line moved very quickly. I was really impressed with how efficient the CM’s were at moving people through the line.

I ordered the Hawaiian BBQ Sandwich and a Coke.

Hawaiian BBQ Sandwich $5.95

Chris ordered Broccoli & Cheddar Soup, The Earl’s Club, and a bottle of water.

Broccoli & Cheddar Soup $2.95

The Earl’s Club $5.95

This was my favorite counter service meal of the whole trip. The sandwiches were so fresh and I just fell in love with the taste of the bread they use.

I also was really impressed with what a great value the meal was to. In Toronto, Chris and I would pay $20 just for the sandwiches. If I was on the dining plan I don’t think I would even use my counter service credits for this meal. It was just so darn inexpensive.

Total: $20.40

After finishing up our sandwiches we did some shopping around DTD. After awhile I started getting a craving for ice cream so we made a pit stop at Ghirardelli’s.

I ordered a Gold Rush Sundae minus the whipped cream & toppings.

Gold Rush Sundae $7.25

There is nothing better than vanilla ice cream with peanut butter and hot fudge.

Total with AP Discount: $6.95

Up Next: Dinner at Chefs de France

 

[tlenzendorf]

Yummmmm I love the Gold Rush Sundae! Oh, hi by the way! I've been following along. Congrats on the engagement!

 

[Belle_373]

Yummmmm I love the Gold Rush Sundae! Oh, hi by the way! I've been following along. Congrats on the engagement!

Hi!

Thank You!

 

[lindsayp]

wow thats the 2nd bad jiko review i've read :/ we have reservations there when we go maybe we won't now. thanks for the great review!

 

[Belle_373]

wow thats the 2nd bad jiko review i've read :/ we have reservations there when we go maybe we won't now. thanks for the great review!

I'm glad you found my review helpful!

I wouldn't completely discount Jiko. The flatbread and short-ribs were excellent!

 

[Belle_373]

We arrived at Epcot around 6:30pm and took a leisurely stroll towards the France Pavilion.

We checked in at Chefs de France at 6:50pm for our 7:00pm ADR time. We didn’t get seated until around 7:20pm. I didn’t find the wait to unreasonable as it was quite busy at the check-in podium. They were turning away a lot of walk-ups.

We got seated at a nice four top in the front section of the restaurant. As a party of 2, I always appreciate being seated at table for four instead of for 2. It allows you so much more room to spread out.

I ordered the Gratin de macaroni - Baked macaroni with cream and gruyere cheese and a glass of Riesling $9.95

Chris also ordered the Gratin de Macaroni and a sprite.

Gratin de Macaroni $18.95

Our entrees arrived very quickly. After I placed my order I got up to use the washroom and by the time I got back the entrees were waiting on the table. I was a little disappointed as the service at Chefs de France is usually not so rushed. The macaroni was also a little cold. I’m pretty sure the macaroni was not made-to-order and was sitting under a heat lamp for some time. The Gratin de Macaroni still tasted fine but it just wasn’t up to par with other times we’ve had it.

For dessert we shared the Profiteroles au chocolat - Puff choux with vanilla ice cream and chocolate sauce.

Profiteroles au chocolat $7.25

The profiteroles were lovely. The vanilla ice cream with chocolate sauce is pure heaven.

We finished our meal very quickly. We got seated at 7:20pm and we left by 8:00pm. I think the rushed service was due to Chefs de France trying to accommodate the surplus of diners during free dining. They even added an extra row of seating in the front section of the restaurant.

It will probably be awhile before Chris and I return for dinner at Chefs de France. However, we will still frequent Chefs de France for lunch. In our experience, the service and food quality has always been higher at lunch.

Total with TIW $59.91

Coming up Next: Breakfast at Kona Café

 

[sunny04]

I finally caught up! I've enjoyed your reviews so far! Yum!