San Angel Inn review

[AimeeAurora]

Hubby and I are on a budget, trying not to spend too much, but thought we'd splurge a little on our trip to Epcot today. We arrived at the park around 11am, and while he went off to ride Mission Space, I called to see if there were any open lunch times. Le Cellier and Marakkesh Morocco were out, so I asked the rep what else was open. She mentioned San Angel, so that's where we went.

2pm reservation, and we were a couple of minutes late, due to the walk and having trouble finding it. Duh, it was in the big temple. We showed up, got a pager, and waited maybe 3 minutes. We were seated and brought warm chips and salsa. The chips were a little tough, but we were starved.

Hubby had the Chef Special Mahi Mahi Verracruzano. Grilled fish in a tomato type sauce with olives, and a side of rice. I sampled, and it was very good. The sauce was very tasty. Not too spicy, not bland at all.

I ate the Sirloin Asada with Chilaqueras (sp?). Good sized sirloin steak, that was VERY tender and not chewy at all. The other item was corn tortillas grilled with green tomatillo sauce, cheese, and sour cream. Delicious! There was also a side of Mexican rice and refried black beans. Yum!!

Service: Excellent! Took a few minutes to get our order taken, but after that, wonderful. I didn't even see our server go by, and before I knew it, we had refills on our drinks. The food came out quickly and everything went smoothly.

Price: Average for a nice Mexican restaurant, especially in a park like that. With tip, it was $48 for hubby and I. Two lunch entrees, 1 soda, 1 water.

Overall:

 

[lauraf]

Thank you, it was so good to hear a positive review. We are trying it for the first time this sept.

 

[ryrysmom14]

My parents are trying this restaurant in 2 wks when we all go to WDW and I am excited to hear an excellent review! I was a little scared b/c of all the negative reviews I have read. My mom looked at the menu and had decided to get the steak that you ordered- she'll be excited to hear that it was really good.

Thanks!
Lorraine

 

[AimeeAurora]

I'm normally picky about meat, too. Too much fat or if it's too chewy, and I won't eat it. This was perfect.

I also noticed poor reviews, but love Mexican, so I thought this could work. I was not disappointed.

 

[Pumbaa_]

Sounds like a great dinner. I love the side dish you described. Glad yo had a nice lunch

San Angel Inn was the first TS my DH and I did on our very first trip to WDW 10 years ago.

 

[Disney owl]

thanks for review this is somewhere I'd like to try

 

[polyfan60]

The food there is very good and we remember the service and staff there were excellent. We have also enjoyed eating there.

 

[Minniespal]

Excellent........thanks for posting.

 

[slavike]

I am so glad that you had a positive experience there. It sounds so similar to the one my friends have. We were just there last week and I have to say I had the complete opposite of yours.

Our server was very nice and was one the reasons we didn't complain, but for me my beef was the chewiest pieces of meats ever. My sister got the Chipotle Shrimp Pasta and it was so Hot I took one bit and my mouth was on fire. But maybe I am a wimp.

The Magarita's were delicious though. We try this place every few years and we will try it again...

Great Review!

 

[HappyCamper87]

I am also glad to hear a good review. This is one of my fondest Epcot experiences.

I think the atmosphere is wonderful, relaxing and romantic. But, I know a lot of that depends on how you are feeling that day. It is a must do for our family though we have not been there since 2004 and I was wondering if we should go and now I know we will.

Thanks for the positive post.