USAswimmer626
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I have read many threads that go on for pages and pages discussing whether Le Cellier deserves all the hype it does. I've dined there four times and will dine on two more occasions during my upcoming trip. Let me give you my opinion based on ten criteria.
Atmosphere - I'm kind of on the edge about this one. The decor is very nice, but it's nothing anymore special than a fancy local restaurant could serve up.
Menu - Nice choices and variety. It's primarily a steakhouse, but they definitely have options for those who don't eat beef. Is the menu extensive - no, but it does have enough offerings to keep most anyone interested.
Appetizers - Starters are okay. I've had the Wasabi Shrimp Cocktail, which was good but not great. I've also had the Canadian Cheddar Cheese Soup, which was also fine, but nothing special. I don't think the soup deserves all the praise it gets, but then again, perhaps I had it on an off night. With the nice bread selection they serve, appetizers aren't really necessary.
Entrees - Probably the stand-out category of the review. The Mushroom Filet is very good. It's definitely not the best steak I've ever had, but it ranks up there in the top 5 or so. This is actually the only entree I've ever had here.
Desserts - They have a nice selection. The Creme Brulee is good, but so is every other Creme Brulee is Disney World. The Chocolate Moose is good as well, but I've definitely had better. My personal favorite is the Chocolate Whisky Cake. It is nice and moist with a good flavor.
Portions - This could go either way. They definitely give you enough to fill you up, but the sizes aren't astounding. You get a dish and just think, "Okay. I can eat this whole thing." I've never felt like, "WOW! This is huge! I will never be able to finish this!"
Service - Very inconsistent. The first three times I dined here, service was very nice, but the most recent time, it was not. Service here just depends on the waiter you receive. But even with the best waiter, the service does not match up to some other restaurants I've been to. Les Chefs de France has absolutely the best wait staff ever.
Cleanliness - I wouldn't say it's spotless and gleaming, but I've never had anything to complain about. The place is clean enough that you aren't thinking about it. And the bathrooms, although dark, are clean too.
Value - This is where things become a bit tricky. Is the Mushroom Filet really worth $35? Possibly, depending on who you are. In my case, if it's cooked exactly the way I asked and the flavors are perfect, then yes. But otherwise, I'd have to reconsider. I don't know if I would pay Out Of Pocket for this restaurant, but it is a good value on the Disney Dining Plan, especially if you are getting the Plan for free.
Location - Alright, there's not much to complain about here. It's located in the Canada pavilion in Epcot's World Showcase. Since Canada is the first country on the right as you enter from Future World, it can easily be reached from all areas of the park. So if you are running a tad behind or something, you can still make it within the time they will hold your reservation.
So, we come to the big question... Is Le Cellier really deserving of all the raving it receives?
I'd say it's definitely one of the stand-out restaurants at Disney World. But if I were unable to get a reservation there, it wouldn't ruin my life. There are many other great restaurants to dine at in Disney. Les Chefs de France, Tutto Italia, Teppan Edo, Boma, Kona, and O'hana are some of my favorites, just to name a few.
Thanks to everyone for reading all this and I hope it helps to generate some discussion. Also, if anyone is interested in more "The Truth About...", please just comment, as I would be more than willing to make it into a series.
Atmosphere - I'm kind of on the edge about this one. The decor is very nice, but it's nothing anymore special than a fancy local restaurant could serve up.
Menu - Nice choices and variety. It's primarily a steakhouse, but they definitely have options for those who don't eat beef. Is the menu extensive - no, but it does have enough offerings to keep most anyone interested.
Appetizers - Starters are okay. I've had the Wasabi Shrimp Cocktail, which was good but not great. I've also had the Canadian Cheddar Cheese Soup, which was also fine, but nothing special. I don't think the soup deserves all the praise it gets, but then again, perhaps I had it on an off night. With the nice bread selection they serve, appetizers aren't really necessary.
Entrees - Probably the stand-out category of the review. The Mushroom Filet is very good. It's definitely not the best steak I've ever had, but it ranks up there in the top 5 or so. This is actually the only entree I've ever had here.
Desserts - They have a nice selection. The Creme Brulee is good, but so is every other Creme Brulee is Disney World. The Chocolate Moose is good as well, but I've definitely had better. My personal favorite is the Chocolate Whisky Cake. It is nice and moist with a good flavor.
Portions - This could go either way. They definitely give you enough to fill you up, but the sizes aren't astounding. You get a dish and just think, "Okay. I can eat this whole thing." I've never felt like, "WOW! This is huge! I will never be able to finish this!"
Service - Very inconsistent. The first three times I dined here, service was very nice, but the most recent time, it was not. Service here just depends on the waiter you receive. But even with the best waiter, the service does not match up to some other restaurants I've been to. Les Chefs de France has absolutely the best wait staff ever.
Cleanliness - I wouldn't say it's spotless and gleaming, but I've never had anything to complain about. The place is clean enough that you aren't thinking about it. And the bathrooms, although dark, are clean too.
Value - This is where things become a bit tricky. Is the Mushroom Filet really worth $35? Possibly, depending on who you are. In my case, if it's cooked exactly the way I asked and the flavors are perfect, then yes. But otherwise, I'd have to reconsider. I don't know if I would pay Out Of Pocket for this restaurant, but it is a good value on the Disney Dining Plan, especially if you are getting the Plan for free.
Location - Alright, there's not much to complain about here. It's located in the Canada pavilion in Epcot's World Showcase. Since Canada is the first country on the right as you enter from Future World, it can easily be reached from all areas of the park. So if you are running a tad behind or something, you can still make it within the time they will hold your reservation.
So, we come to the big question... Is Le Cellier really deserving of all the raving it receives?
I'd say it's definitely one of the stand-out restaurants at Disney World. But if I were unable to get a reservation there, it wouldn't ruin my life. There are many other great restaurants to dine at in Disney. Les Chefs de France, Tutto Italia, Teppan Edo, Boma, Kona, and O'hana are some of my favorites, just to name a few.
Thanks to everyone for reading all this and I hope it helps to generate some discussion. Also, if anyone is interested in more "The Truth About...", please just comment, as I would be more than willing to make it into a series.
