Non-park dinner

[woodys_girl]

I'm trying to decide what to do for our arrival night dinner. We have 2 adults, 2 Disney adults (one big picky-ish eater and one tiny, non-picky eater), and one kid. We will arrive late afternoon/ early evening, but won't have a park ticket that day. I was thinking about Goofy's as my kids love buffets, but the pricing feels a little out of hand. I may still go that route because I tend to splurge on vacation, but was wondering if anyone else has anything they'd recommend for a fun dinner near the parks. 3.5 of the 5 of us are vegetarian if that makes a difference in your recommendation.

 

[wench]

Din Tai Fung is awesome!

 

[StarlitNight05]

I'm trying to decide what to do for our arrival night dinner. We have 2 adults, 2 Disney adults (one big picky-ish eater and one tiny, non-picky eater), and one kid. We will arrive late afternoon/ early evening, but won't have a park ticket that day. I was thinking about Goofy's as my kids love buffets, but the pricing feels a little out of hand. I may still go that route because I tend to splurge on vacation, but was wondering if anyone else has anything they'd recommend for a fun dinner near the parks. 3.5 of the 5 of us are vegetarian if that makes a difference in your recommendation.

Another idea could be Splitsville. Their food is quite good and there is a nice variety. You could even do some bowling afterwards!

GCH also has the Craftsman Bar (poolside table service) and the Craftsman Grill (quick service). They have similar menus, but the Craftsman Grill is obviously much cheaper (and no table service). We love their pizza and nachos, but everything Ive had there has been good. There was even one time they made me a "plain" version of their wagyu burger with just lettuce, tomato, pickle and cheese (I didn't want the odd fancy sounding toppings). They are super accommodating for picky eaters.

 

[woodys_girl]

Din Tai Fung is awesome!

I'm not familiar but looked at their menu and it seems yum.

 

[hardcorestitch]

I'm trying to decide what to do for our arrival night dinner. We have 2 adults, 2 Disney adults (one big picky-ish eater and one tiny, non-picky eater), and one kid. We will arrive late afternoon/ early evening, but won't have a park ticket that day. I was thinking about Goofy's as my kids love buffets, but the pricing feels a little out of hand. I may still go that route because I tend to splurge on vacation, but was wondering if anyone else has anything they'd recommend for a fun dinner near the parks. 3.5 of the 5 of us are vegetarian if that makes a difference in your recommendation.

If you're willing to go outside of the Disneyland area, I would suggest Rakkan Ramen on W Katella Ave, east of S Harbour Blvd (east of Disneyland). They have lots of items that even the picky eaters would enjoy, like chicken karaage (nuggets) and seasoned fries. They offer a variety of ramen such as ones with miso, shrimp, umami and others.

 

[woodys_girl]

Another idea could be Splitsville. Their food is quite good and there is a nice variety. You could even do some bowling afterwards!

GCH also has the Craftsman Bar (poolside table service) and the Craftsman Grill (quick service). They have similar menus, but the Craftsman Grill is obviously much cheaper (and no table service). We love their pizza and nachos, but everything Ive had there has been good. There was even one time they made me a "plain" version of their wagyu burger with just lettuce, tomato, pickle and cheese (I didn't want the odd fancy sounding toppings). They are super accommodating for picky eaters.

Pizza and nachos are usually a hit with my kids.

 

[woodys_girl]

If you're willing to go outside of the Disneyland area, I would suggest Rakkan Ramen on W Katella Ave, east of S Harbour Blvd (east of Disneyland). They have lots of items that even the picky eaters would enjoy, like chicken karaage (nuggets) and seasoned fries. They offer a variety of ramen such as ones with miso, shrimp, umami and others.

Definitely willing to go outside of Disney for the right place. I'll check it out.

 

[woodys_girl]

Is there somewhere with a good mac and cheese? Like on the adult menu?

 

[evilmommie]

I was going to suggest Sauced or Smoqued in Orange for Mac & Cheese but just read most of your group is vegetarian. So, that might not work.
https://smoquedcaliforniabbq.com/

 

[VandVsmama]

Marri's Pizza on Katella Ave. Good food, big menu, big servings, reasonable prices.

 

[VandVsmama]

Another option would be Pizza Press on Harbor Blvd next to The Anaheim Hotel.

 

[bakofarmgirl]

sometimes we do uber eats bucca di beppo

 

[woodys_girl]

Oh man. If I still ate meat this would definitely be on the short list.

I was going to suggest Sauced or Smoqued in Orange for Mac & Cheese but just read most of your group is vegetarian. So, that might not work.
https://smoquedcaliforniabbq.com/

 

[woodys_girl]

Oh man. If I still ate meat this would definitely be on the short list.

I was going to suggest Sauced or Smoqued in Orange for Mac & Cheese but just read most of your group is vegetarian. So, that might not work.
https://smoquedcaliforniabbq.com/

 

[woodys_girl]

Another option would be Pizza Press on Harbor Blvd next to The Anaheim Hotel.

We did this for second dinner after park close a couple of times last trip.

 

[3monkeys4me]

Din Tai Fung is awesome!

One of our favorites but since we have one local we don't do it at Disney usually.

If you don't mind going a bit further away from Disney we like the food hall at Anaheim packing district, especially with my picky eater since there are several places to choose from. It is about 10 mins away from Disney. We usually have a car, but we have ubered there before as well.

 

[goofy1954]

Another idea could be Splitsville. Their food is quite good and there is a nice variety. You could even do some bowling afterwards!

GCH also has the Craftsman Bar (poolside table service) and the Craftsman Grill (quick service). They have similar menus, but the Craftsman Grill is obviously much cheaper (and no table service). We love their pizza and nachos, but everything Ive had there has been good. There was even one time they made me a "plain" version of their wagyu burger with just lettuce, tomato, pickle and cheese (I didn't want the odd fancy sounding toppings). They are super accommodating for picky eaters.

Does the Craftsman Bar still have live music in the evening?

 

[StarlitNight05]

Does the Craftsman Bar still have live music in the evening?

As far as I know, yes. There was a band during my last stay in February of this year. My parents and I went to celebrate my Dad's 70th and we were lucky enough to have a room in the Napa Rose elevator side (toward the pool). We listened to the band on the balcony. It was lovely!

 

[evilmommie]

Does the Craftsman Bar still have live music in the evening?

https://disneyland.disney.go.com/calendars/day/#/hotels-disneyland-resort/

Yes, you can see the times/days at this link.

Live Entertainment at Craftsman Bar5:30 PM6:30 PM7:30 PM8:30 PM

 

[KPeterso]

I am going to give another vote to Splitsville. We have ate at the one in DTD at Disneyland and in Disney Springs at WDW. Was very pleasantly surprised how good it was both times. Totally planning to return again in the future.