Loved everything at BCV...except....

[DanenRox]

First trip "home" late September. Loved everything about BCV, location, theming, furnishings, etc. Very happy with our purchase. One thing that, for us, was disappointing...counter service "restaurant". We're big fans of the meal plan, for our family it works very well. When we stayed at the Moderate resorts, the "food courts" or counter service "restaurants" had multiple selections, quite the variety, something for every taste. We found the BC Marketplace (I forgot the name) disappointing. Walked over to Boardwalk...same limited small choices. Ultimately we drove over to Port Orleans. I guess our heads are in the deluxe resorts, but our stomachs are in the moderates.

 

[wdwfan1]

We agree. Choices for counter service are extremely limited.

 

[Scratch42]

You realize you are a hop skip and a jump to Epcot!

Plenty of counter service there!

 

[DanenRox]

Scratch, there's not as much counter service as you think, not with variety anyway. We ended up one day in "America"-burgers, chicken, fries, standard fare. But, for instance, at POR, the choices range from Chicken Ceasar Salad, Chili, Philly Cheese Steak, Taco Salads, etc. That's what we had been used to, just was surprised the deluxe resorts weren't as accomodating.

 

[BCV23]

AKL has a nice variety for a deluxe resort but of course Mara is the only lunch option there. The other deluxe resorts have TS options for lunch and I think that is a big part of the equation. I'd rather have a TS option than a great food court personally.

However, on the DDP I think the Marketplace is extremely restrictive....more so than Mara, Gasparillas at the GF and Captain Cooks at the Polynesian. The side option is a bag of chips....no side salads or fruit salads allowed or even Chip and Dale pretzels. For dessert, the options are a cookie, a Mickey bar or a piece of fruit. At the other three, any of the desserts, pastries or D/P snack options are allowed.

Glad you enjoyed BCV otherwise. We love it too!

 

[jade1]

Thats not limited to BCV, other DVC's offer even less, like OKW.

 

[Scratch42]

Scratch, there's not as much counter service as you think, not with variety anyway. We ended up one day in "America"-burgers, chicken, fries, standard fare. But, for instance, at POR, the choices range from Chicken Ceasar Salad, Chili, Philly Cheese Steak, Taco Salads, etc. That's what we had been used to, just was surprised the deluxe resorts weren't as accomodating.

WOW!

I've not stayed at POR and didn't realize what a nice variety!

j

 

[twinklebug]

I agree with the limited CS choices at BC & BW and wish they'd include Beaches & Cream with the CS places (although I realize the grill is far too small for this.) At BW we loved the bakery, but they didn't offer much in the way of CS meals when we visited there.

Do they include Leapin Libations or the bar at BC with the meal plan for CS?

 

[Muushka]

I just got back from staying for free dining at All Star Music. I did not like the resort. I hated the location. But I really loved the food court. They had the best chicken Cesar salad I have ever eaten!

We are on the DDP this coming Dec while at VWL. My husband talks about driving over to All Star resorts for meals. No, I don't think so......not THAT good! Dixie Landings, maybe .

 

[Simba's Mom]

First trip "home" late September. Loved everything about BCV, location, theming, furnishings, etc. Very happy with our purchase. One thing that, for us, was disappointing...counter service "restaurant". We're big fans of the meal plan, for our family it works very well. When we stayed at the Moderate resorts, the "food courts" or counter service "restaurants" had multiple selections, quite the variety, something for every taste. We found the BC Marketplace (I forgot the name) disappointing. Walked over to Boardwalk...same limited small choices. Ultimately we drove over to Port Orleans. I guess our heads are in the deluxe resorts, but our stomachs are in the moderates.

There's BC Marketplace. True, they don't have a big variety, but they have gelato, macaroon squares, and roast beef/brie sandwiches. Yum! One big reason I prefer BCV over BWV is it seems to me there's more counter serve choices at BCV. I've gone into Rip Tide Lounge and gotten a bowl of clam chowder. And of course, there's B&C. Also, like a previous poster said, you're right next to Epcot. I love Tangerine Cafe for counter serve.

 

[LVSWL]

I just got back from staying for free dining at All Star Music. I did not like the resort. I hated the location. But I really loved the food court. They had the best chicken Cesar salad I have ever eaten!

We are on the DDP this coming Dec while at VWL. My husband talks about driving over to All Star resorts for meals. No, I don't think so......not THAT good! Dixie Landings, maybe .

Roaring Forks at the Wilderness Lodge has lots of great choices, pizza, burgers, salads. Check out the new menu on allearsnet.com.

 

[Sammie]

Sad to say this is a problem limited to the Epcot area resorts that the other deluxe resorts do not suffer from. GF,Cont., Polynesian, WL and AKL all have very good counter service areas.

It is the greatest limitation to the YC/BC and BW and has been that way since they opened and there has been little done to correct it. I agree that the Marketplace was at best a minimal improvement.

This is one reason we really like SSR, Artist Pallette.

 

[Muushka]

Roaring Forks at the Wilderness Lodge has lots of great choices, pizza, burgers, salads. Check out the new menu on allearsnet.com.

Looking forward to the new menu!

 

[fofinia]

There is the little place out by Storm a Long Bay too. I don't remember the name. But they had Chicken strips. and a wrap sandwich. When we were there in May they counted as a counterservice meal on DDP. Still not a lot of choice but more than the marketplace alone.

We also go over to a moderate for counter service. We had great food at Carribbean Beach. Yummy chocolate cake.

 

[lizanne]

The DVC resorts have kitchens. I think that's why counter service is limited.

 

[Sammie]

The DVC resorts have kitchens. I think that's why counter service is limited.

CS at DVC is only limited at BCV and BW. OKW has a nice selection they just don't have a nice indoor seating area. All the other DVC resorts have a very nice CS area and good selection.

This was a problem with the YC/BC and BW from the very beginning prior to DVC at the BC.

 

[50 years Too!]

Does anyone know if the pool bar at BWV is included in the dining plan?
If so, what do they serve. Can't find a menu for them.
Thanks

 

[Scratch42]

The DVC resorts have kitchens. I think that's why counter service is limited.

I have one at home too, but it doesn't mean I use it!

 

[jade1]

CS at DVC is only limited at BCV and BW. OKW has a nice selection they just don't have a nice indoor seating area. All the other DVC resorts have a very nice CS area and good selection.

This was a problem with the YC/BC and BW from the very beginning prior to DVC at the BC.

Is OKW Goods to Go? Is there anything else there?

Also at BCV/BWV the counter services at EPCOT is 10 minutes which we used a lot with the season pass.

Here is BCV menus and OKW Goods to Go:

BCV Market Place:

Menu Date: June 2006

Breakfast 7 - 11 a.m.

Omelet Sandwich on a Croissant $5.59
Egg & Cheese Sandwich on a Croissant $4.59
Made to Order Yogurt Parfait $3.79
Fresh Baked Pastries $2.19 - $2.59

Cinnamon Bun $2.59
Chocolate Croissant $2.49
Croissant $2.29
Bagel $2.29
Assorted Muffins $2.29
Coffee Cake $2.19

Sandwiches After 11 a.m.
Sandwiches Made to Order - Served Chilled or Toasted

Roast Beef and Brie on Ciabatta Roll with horseradish mayonnaise and caramelized onions $6.69

Turkey and Mozzarella on Sourdough Baguette with basil mayonnaise, arugula, and red wine vinaigrette $6.49

Smoked Ham and Black Diamond Cheddar on a multi-grain bun with honey dijon mustard $6.29

Grilled Vegetable Wrap $6.19

Soup and Salads After 11 a.m.

Create Your Own Riptide Salad with choice of: mixed greens, chicken, chipped eggs, shredded carrots, romaine lettuce, cucumbers, caramelized onions, cherry tomatoes, and ranch, thousand island, blue cheese or red wine dressing $6.79

Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad $6.59
New England Clam Chowder $3.19

For Guests 9 and Under


Ham and Cheese Wrap $4.29
Peanut Butter and Jelly $4.29

Desserts After 11 a.m.

Chef's Pastry Creations $1.59 - $4.29
Freshly Made Gelato - Regular $2.39; Large $2.69
Flavors: Lemon, Mango, Raspberry, Pistachio, Vanilla, Chocolate


Cake by the Slice $3.99-$4.29
Chocolate Mousse $3.89
Lemon Mousse $3.29
Fruit Tart $3.29
Key Lime $3.29
Macaroon Coconut Bar $3.29
Eclair $2.79
Rice Cripsy Treat $2.69
Brownie $2.39
Marshmallow Kebab $2.39
Chocolate Chip Cookie $2.09
Cup Cake $1.59
SPECIALTY DRINKS

Latte/Mocha $3.19/$3.69
Espresso/Cappuccino $2.69/$3.19

Wine by the Glass:
Buena Vista Chardonnay $7.75
Parker Station Pinot Noir $7.75
Iron Horse Fairy Tale Cuvee, Sparkling Wine $10.75


BCV Hurricane Hannahs:

Hanna's Hot Stuff
All hot items served with chips


Grilled Chicken Sandwich $6.79
All White Meat Chicken Strips $6.79
Hamburger $5.99
Cheeseburger $6.09
1/4 lb. All Beef Hot Dog $5.99


Hanna's Cold Concoctions

Vegetable Wrap - rolled tortilla with cream cheese, vegetable mayonnaise, pesto, basil, zucchini, red pepper, tomato, lettuce, portabello mushrooms, salt & pepper, served with chips $6.59

Cape Cod Wrap - rolled tortilla with turkey, bacon, cheese, lettuce & thousand island dressing, served with chips $6.59

Caesar Wrap - rolled tortilla with romaine lettuce, grilled chicken strips, grated parmesan cheese, caesar salad dressing and chips $6.59

Garden Salad - comes with choice of thousand island, low-fat Italian, low-fat ranch, blue cheese, or country French dressing, with tuna, chicken salad & grilled chicken $6.59


Kid's Menu
(all served with chips and applesauce)

Chicken Strips $4.29
Kid's Burger $4.29

Children's Beach Meal: choice of chicken strips, cheeseburger, or peanut butter & jelly served with chips, character cookies, sand bucket and shovel $5.49



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SNACKS

Fruit Boat - $3.99
Nachos with Cheese & Salsa - $2.99
Fries - $1.89
Large Chocolate Chip Cookie - $2.09
Chips, Pretzels - $1.29
Whole Fruit - $.99



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BEVERAGES

Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Nestea, Barq's Root Beer, Fanta Orange, Minute Maid Light Lemonade - $2.09
Apple or Orange Juice - $1.69
Evian Bottled Water - $3.00
Full Throttle Energy Drink - $4.25

DRAFT BEER 16 oz.
Budweiser or Miller Lite - $4.50
Yuengling - $5.00

BOTTLE/CAN BEER 16 oz.
Heineken - $5.50
Bud Light - $5.00
Coors Light - $5.00
Corona (12 oz.) $4.50
Corona Light $4.50
Stella Artois $5.75

HANNA'S FROZEN CREATIONS
Frozen Daiquiris (strawberry, peach or banana) - $6.75
Pina Colada - $6.75
Margarita - tequila with sweet & sour mix & triple sec $6.75
Mangolada - rum with mango & pina colada mix $6.75
Bay Smash - Malibu rum, Captain Morgan's rum, Peach Daiquiri with Cuervo Gold $6.75
Stormalong - Amaretto, Kahluea, Bailey's and Pina Colada Mix $6.75
Malibu Berry – Malibu Rum, Chambord, & Pina Colada Mix $6.75

HANNA'S CREATIONS ON THE ROCKS
Hurricane Hanna - Rum, Peach Schnapps, Grenadine and Bacardi $6.75
Shipwreck - Vodka, Sweet & Sour, Creme de Banana, Pineapple Juice and Club Soda $6.25

Rum Runner – Banana Liqueur, Blackberry Brandy, Myer’s Dark Rum, OJ, Pineapple Juice $7.75

Long Island Ice Tea – Rum, Vodka, Gin, Triple Sec, Sour Mix, Coke $6.75

Mai Tai – Myers Dark Rum, Amaretto, Pineapple Juice, Lime Juice $7.75



NON-ALCOHOLIC FROZEN BEVERAGES

Virgin Raspberry & Mango Daiquiri - $3.39
Virgin Strawberry Daiquiri - $3.39
Virgin Pina Colada - $3.39
Virgin Strawberry Colada - $3.39


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ICE CREAM

Mickey Premium Bar - $2.39
Nestle King Crunch Bar - $2.39
Itzakadoozie - $2.39


OKW Goods to Go:

Breakfast:

Breakfast Croissant Sandwich - eggs, bacon, American cheese $6.59

Scrambled Egg Platter - eggs, bacon, breakfast potatoes $6.89

Kellogg's Assorted Cereal $1.69

Muffin, Danish or Bagel $2.39

Cinnamon Bun $2.59

Fruit Cup $3.29

Milk - lowfat, chocolate, whole $1.29


Counter Goods to Go:

Cheeseburger with fries $6.09
Hot Dog with fries - $5.99
Turkey Sandwich with chips - $5.89
Chicken Salad Sandwich with chips - $6.69
Tuna Sandwich with chips - $6.69
Veggie Wrap with chips - $6.59

Child's Sandpail Meal (hot dog or grilled chicken breast with chips or carrots and applesauce) - $5.49



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Conch Fritters $6.49
Chef Salad $6.59
Fruit Plate $5.89
Fruit Cup $3.29

Soft Pretzel - $2.89
French Fries $1.89
Onion Rings $3.09
Nachos and Cheese - $3.39
Assorted Chips - $2.39

Brownie $2.39
Cookie $1.59
Soft Serve Ice Cream $3.59
Novelty Ice Cream (Mickey Bar, Fruit Bar, or Ice Cream Sandwich) $2.39

Desserts $3.59



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Beverages

Sodas (Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Nestea Ice Tea or Lemonade) 22 oz. - $1.99
DVC Souvenir mug - (unlimited refills, excludes specialty drinks) $11.99

Coffee, decaf or regular $1.89
Smoothie $3.39
Orange Juice $2.39
Milk - lowfat, chocolate, whole $1.29
Espresso $2.49
Cappuccino $2.99
Bottle Water $2.00

Please add anything I missed.

 

[thelobstershanty]

Sad to say this is a problem limited to the Epcot area resorts that the other deluxe resorts do not suffer from. GF,Cont., Polynesian, WL and AKL all have very good counter service areas.

It is the greatest limitation to the YC/BC and BW and has been that way since they opened and there has been little done to correct it. I agree that the Marketplace was at best a minimal improvement.

This is one reason we really like SSR, Artist Pallette.

I think like everything else related to Disney, it is all about personal opinions and each person's likes and dislikes.
We just stayed at SSR in June and the one thing we DID NOt like was Artist Pallette! We found their food selections very, very limited, especially for lunch/dinner. The flat breads, wraps and salads were ok, but not for a whole trip. The hot selection of the day, always looked less than appealing, so we never even tried those.
We never have a problem eating at CS while at BCV or BWV. We love the CS restaurants in Moracco, Japan, US, UK, Germany, Norway's bakery, and France's bakery. We also enjoy the food court in the Land--great selection. If at the resorts, we enjoy Hurricane Hannahs, Boardwalk Bakery and the market place at BC. There is also a very nice food court Tubbis at the Dolphin. Not only are there many counter service dining options to the Epcot resorts--the variety of food choices is immense.
Sorry, but I definitely do not see any "limitations or problems" regarding available and varied counter service dining options at any of the Epcot resorts.