Quick Review of THE WAVE

[catne]

Haven't had a chance to check back in here.

I'm sure all you "cavemen" will love it If my steak was that good, imagine when it's done the way it's supposed to be?

Something else I meant to write but forgot is about the idea of this restaurant. I read a lot of the threads where people were, I guess put off by the concept and use of the word "sustainable" on the menus. Not everyone obviously, but I read quite a few posts where people thought it was too weird or too different for them. I can assure you that if you didn't know that the idea was to use local and "sustainable" foods, you would have absolutely no idea that this restaurant was different. I think for a lot of people, the idea of local and organic sounds bland and blah, but it's just food. Food that hasn't travelled thousands of miles. There's no difference except that the menu changes a little from season to season. So anyone that's worried about how this affects the meal, don't give it another thought. Once you take that first bite, you'll forget all about it.

Agree 100%...it's all just put in there to fit the "concept" of this restaurant. Which is a nice concept and all, but a little silly, when you think about it. In fact, I found it very funny how often the menu used "organic" and "sustainable" and other such socially conscious and health-inspiring descriptions. Especially when they were talking about items like booze ("organic" beer flight; the tropi-glow cocktail with it's "x-fusion of "organic" mango liqueur" and so on...as if putting in the buzz words made these things healthier or better for you. C'mon, these are indulgent treats for people on vacation. Loved 'em, and enjoyed the imaginative creative writing that went into the menu.

 

[DisneyMomx7]

We tried the Wave for the 1st time in August. We liked it so much that we booked it again for both our October and February trips. I really think this is a great restaurant that hasn't gotten noticed yet.

I had the best soup ever there - a corn/crab chowder and the tenderloin was to die for, better than LeCellier. The desserts are great - especially since you can pick individual ones for the three mini desserts.

 

[CanadianPaco]

Awesome!

 

[GoofySon'sMom]

Add us to the list of those that loved the Wave. I agree that it was one of the best meals of our trip last month.

Here are some pics ...

The Restaurant (we arrived about 5:45 and it was fairly empty but it was full when we left)

The Bread Basket

Soup of the day -- Potato Leek with a mini Brie grilled cheese

DS's Lamb

My Flank Steak

The Creamy & Decadent Desserts

Dessert menu

Teapots

This was truly an awesome meal! A must do for our next trip (whenever that may be!)

 

[Copper Queen]

We loved the Wave! We just got back and I'm planning to do a review. DH had the lamb - so good! I had the seafood pasta which was delish. And the bread! OMG - it was the best we had in Disney! Service was excellent and the ambiance was very nice and sophisticated. The four of us were seated in the banquet tables which were huge - we felt so lost with all the space but it was so much fun! We had an 8:10 pm ADR - arrived at 7:45 pm and they seated us right away. Would highly recommend it!

 

[Lowillian]

MyGoofy,
I like my meat like you - cannot be pink AT ALL. Can you assure me yours was not pink? I usually don't order filets at WDW - they never cook it enough for me!

Thanks for the review - we wanted to try it in August, but I hadn't heard much about it.

Thanks!

 

[wood145]

We just switched our ADR from Kona to the Wave. We're planning on catching Wishes that night at 8pm. The menu looks great!

 

[MyGoofy26]

MyGoofy,
I like my meat like you - cannot be pink AT ALL. Can you assure me yours was not pink? I usually don't order filets at WDW - they never cook it enough for me!

Thanks for the review - we wanted to try it in August, but I hadn't heard much about it.

Thanks!

I didn't see any pink at all in my steak anywhere.

 

[Lowillian]

Thank you MyGoofy!

 

[Krissalee]

I have been reading so many positive reviews about the Wave. I think I will be adding it to an upcoming trip. :

Thanks for sharing your review!!!

 

[julierocks]

Do they offer a filet on the dining plan? The menu I found online didn't show one offered at all. All that was shown is below. I'd really like a filet instead!

Braised Lamb Shank - with bulgur wheat-lentil stew and red wine sauce $25.99

Grilled Beef Tenderloin - with oven-dried tomatoes, roasted fingerling potatoes, cabernet sauce and local greens $28.99

Linguini - with Florida littleneck clams and rock shrimp with chunky tomato broth $21.99

Grilled Pork Tenderloin - with pineapple rice, wilted greens and black been sauce $21.99

Grilled Marinated Flank Steak - with seasonal vegetables, chimichurri and guacamole $20.99

Braised Chicken Pot Pie - with peas, mushrooms and carrots topped with thyme pastry $19.99

Seasonal Vegetable Stew- with multigrain rice $17.99

Today's Sustainable Fish - with corn and edamame stew served with cilantro chutney $20.99

 

[DisneyMom5]

Do they offer a filet on the dining plan? The menu I found online didn't show one offered at all. All that was shown is below. I'd really like a filet instead!

Grilled Beef Tenderloin - with oven-dried tomatoes, roasted fingerling potatoes, cabernet sauce and local greens $28.99

Grilled Beef Tenderloin - with oven-dried tomatoes, roasted fingerling potatoes, cabernet sauce and local greens $28.99

This is the filet. Looks good!

 

[julierocks]

Oh, I guess I didn't realize they were the same cut of meat...I'm no expert here. Thanks!

 

[DisneyMom5]

Oh, I guess I didn't realize they were the same cut of meat...I'm no expert here. Thanks!

Ok, dh says to do a disclaimer that they are NOT the same cut of meat, but very similar and located near each other on the steer. But I think they look the same, thus the confusion.

 

[EpcotSweetHrts0512]

We are going in January and can't wait to have my medium steak!!!

 

[lea25]

Just made my adr today for The Wave based on this thread!

Question...we'll have our 2 1/2 DS with us...will we be out of place with him there? The pics have it looking like a pretty fancy place even though it's nota signature restaurant.

 

[Letsbgoofy]

I'm so excited to eat there in December now that I'm hearing great reviews. I wanted to try someplace new as I'm taking my 19 year old DS who hasn't come with us to WDW in a few years. He went so often when he was younger that not much is "new" to him (I know, how sad right?) We are also trying Yak and Yeti and doing his favorite Marrakesh.

Will we feel out of place in our MK park clothes?

 

[catne]

Just made my adr today for The Wave based on this thread!

Question...we'll have our 2 1/2 DS with us...will we be out of place with him there? The pics have it looking like a pretty fancy place even though it's nota signature restaurant.

it's a nice place, and kind of contemporary "glam" decor but definitely kid-friendly. No one was dressed up when we were in there in September, and there were several family groups including babies in high chairs. Enjoy!

 

[PhilMo78]

We were a little scared of this ADR too, but....

It sounds wonderful, thanks for the review!

 

[tripplanner]

Thanks for reviewing this restaurant. I didn't have it on my list. I really miss the Concourse. Now, I'm excited about this restaurant and am excited about making an adr.