1) Character Meal: You pick the one that has the characters you like, the food is always secondary at these. I pick this type of meal because its something I just can't do at home. I can go to a buffet but its doubtful Goofy will come by my table for a visit! I guess my favorites are: Chef Mickey's, 1900 Park Fare and Liberty Tree Tavern.
2) San Angel Inn: Again its about an atmosphere I just cannot get at home. I eat Mexican all the time but seldom by a river overlooking an active volcano. The Mexican food here gets mixed reviews, probably because Mexican food in the U.S. varies so much by region. Being from Colorado its not too different than what I am used to. My family just really enjoys this place and looking for the Hidden Mickey in the volcano smoke! The margaritas are strong and will enhance the volcano/Hidden Mickey experience!
3) O'Hana: All you can eat grilled meats and scalloped potatoes need I say more! We love going to the Poly to eat and dreaming of the day we can stay at this resort. We have found the food to be really good and the service exceptional. My kids love the games they play. Again, when I am here I just feel immersed in Disney magic.
There are many more gourmet places I know but with two kids we need to find places that are more fun. And as I have said about 20 times I just love these places because I cannot enjoy anything like these at home. I also have to add my honorable mentions of Sci Fi and Prime Time because they are in the same category for my family for the same reasons.