The Good, The Bad, The Cancelled and The Surprising ... Our Take on Deluxe Dining!!

[Giselle22]

So, instead of Artist Point we ended up at Beaches & Cream After we actually found the restaurant - we ended up having to ask because we never actually thought of checking by the pool - I fell in love instantly

Even the menus had a fun and carefree vibe.

I wish I had taken a picture of the restaurant because I always hear about how crowded it is in here but we were seated instantly - at a table - and were one of only 3 other couples there.

Our waitress was Melissa and she was super friendly and always prompt with refills and the food.

To drink Candi had a cherry coke - coke with cherry syrup added MMMM - $2.29 + $0.80 for the flavor

I had a vanilla coke - again, coke with vanilla syrup added - even more MMMMM than Candi's - $2.29 + $0.80 for the flavor

For my main I had the roast beef sandwich with fries - $11.49

It was topped with melted provolone cheese, onions and bell peppers and it was delicious! The bread was toasted perfectly and the meat was tender. It had great flavor and you just can't go wrong with ooey, gooey, melted cheese. My one single complaint would be that it needed more onions - but I am an addict when it comes to onions! The fries were perfect as well - not too mushy but not too crispy and piping hot when they came to the table. Candi had a bite of the sandwich as well and the only difference is he used the au jus dip that it came with - which I hate but he loves. He agreed that it was a perfect sandwich!

For Candi's main he had a double cheeseburger and fries - $11.49

He also added a side of chili for his fries which they didn't charge him for - I'm not sure if they were supposed to or not Candi said he was a little worried when his burger first came out - they patties looked a little flimsy and pre-made but after one bite he had a change of heart. He said it was flavored absolutely perfect and the cheese was melted just right. The lettuce and tomatoes that came with it were also nice and crispy and perfectly ripe. He also agreed that the fries were perfect and the chili made them even better. I had a small bite of the burger and agreed that it was really good but in desperate need of some onions

Now choosing dessert was probably the hardest part of the meal - there were just too many things that sounded tempting.

In the end I chose the banana split - $7.99

Never in my life have I had ice cream that required a bowl and a plate The banana split had chocolate, vanilla and strawberry ice cream; strawberry and pineapple topping, whipped cream, toasted almonds and two slices of banana. I kid you not - this was heaven in a bowl err on a plate - whatever you consider the serving container - it was perfection The ice cream was delicious - not hard, not soft and no sign of icky frost bite that some ice cream has - the bananas were perfectly ripe and there was enough whip cream to satisfy even me who thinks every sundae should contain half a bottle of whip cream As hard as a I tried, I was not able to finish this perfection and easily could have been shared by two people. Candi had a small bite but since he does not like half the ingredients he just wasn't blown away like me. I know, I know, he's such a strange creature

Unlike me, Candi went with a more simple dessert - butterscotch milkshake - $4.99

Vanilla ice cream, butterscotch, whipped cream, almonds and a cherry. He found it to be simply refreshing and enjoyed the whole thing, including the shake cup they bring out with it. If anything, he said it could have used slightly more butterscotch but had enough to still be flavorful and delicous! I had a drink and thought it was good but a waste of a dessert with all the other options

Mmmmm that all sounds so good! My friend and I ALWAYS make sure we get a cherry coke when we go to Disneyland--I'm not even a big coke fan (or soda at all) but Disney makes them sooooo yummy with the syrup!

That ice cream and milkshake look amazing! Can you go there and just get ice cream without having a reservation?

 

[klacey1]

Yummy, Beaches and Cream looks terrific!

 

[Dizneydaz]

Just read all your postings. Great report so far. Can't wait to read more.

When we went in Sept. my DM had the chocolate ginger cake at Tokyo Dining. I had a bite (or two) it is very good. Much better than it sounds. I had the Green Tea pudding, which I liked as well.

I'm on board now....

 

[Sarah4382]

Oh my goodness, does that sound yummy!!!

And truly, if you compare the prices around Disney, $88 isn't that bad for a meal there. Its not something you'd do every day, but its not like eating at Victoria and Alberts either!

(which is something I dearly want to do, but have to find someone who is an adventurous eater first!)

I haven't found anyone who is an adventerous eater either. So, I just go by myself! I have been twice. It is devine!!! It's something I look forward to every year for my birthday present to myself now. I already have my ADR for next year!! Now, I have to find the perfect cocktail dress!!

 

[BecBennett]

mmm, I want me some beaches and cream!!

 

[Linda67]

Oh my word - your Banana Split looks wonderful
This is certainly going to be a 'must do' on our next trip

 

[angelmav]

Just finished catching up, I am definitely a fan! Cant wait to see what your verdict on the deluxe plan was!

 

[Wishes Count]

Just joining in now. I love your review, I'm very jealous! Haha I'm going to try to convince my DBF to do the Deluxe Dining for a future trip.

 

[zebsterama]

Truly enjoying the reviews and the pics!

Thanks for sharing.

Cheers,
Zebsterama

 

[BWVPam]

Great dining reviews. We will be arriving in Orlando on Saturday and can't wait.

 

[ariel1025]

I am a little late but your reviews are wonderfull!

You're never too late to join in - WELCOME

Enjoying your update.

Thank you so much

VERY nice report! I like this SO much I'm keepig a list for my next trip.

Ooooh, you most definitely need to write a dining report so I can see how much you liked everything

Mmmmm that all sounds so good! My friend and I ALWAYS make sure we get a cherry coke when we go to Disneyland--I'm not even a big coke fan (or soda at all) but Disney makes them sooooo yummy with the syrup!

That ice cream and milkshake look amazing! Can you go there and just get ice cream without having a reservation?

You actually can't make reservations at all for Beaches & Cream but yes you can just get dessert

Yummy, Beaches and Cream looks terrific!

It was one of my favorite meals of the trip

Just read all your postings. Great report so far. Can't wait to read more.

When we went in Sept. my DM had the chocolate ginger cake at Tokyo Dining. I had a bite (or two) it is very good. Much better than it sounds. I had the Green Tea pudding, which I liked as well.

I'm on board now....

Welcome I will most definitely try the chocolate ginger cake next time

I haven't found anyone who is an adventerous eater either. So, I just go by myself! I have been twice. It is devine!!! It's something I look forward to every year for my birthday present to myself now. I already have my ADR for next year!! Now, I have to find the perfect cocktail dress!!

Now, I do like a good excuse to buy a new dress

mmm, I want me some beaches and cream!!

ME TOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!

Oh my word - your Banana Split looks wonderful
This is certainly going to be a 'must do' on our next trip

Trust me, you won't be disappointed!!

Just finished catching up, I am definitely a fan! Cant wait to see what your verdict on the deluxe plan was!

Thank you so much

Just joining in now. I love your review, I'm very jealous! Haha I'm going to try to convince my DBF to do the Deluxe Dining for a future trip.

What we did was lay out where we planned on eating beforehand - which we had to do to make reservations anyway. Then we looked at which dining plan appeared to be more worth the money

Truly enjoying the reviews and the pics!

Thanks for sharing.

Cheers,
Zebsterama

Thank you, Thank you

Great dining reviews. We will be arriving in Orlando on Saturday and can't wait.

Oh my goodness - I am extremely envious - you are in Orlando right now

 

[englishrose47]

I also am late but loving your reviews !!

 

[maxiesmom]

Mind if I get on board late? I love your pics, and the way your reviews are well thought out.

 

[scanne]

Will there be more?? I am loving your review and re-thinking our Sugar Loaf and regular DDP and thinking of going to Theme Park View and DxDP.

We did the DxDP last June and it was a lot of food - but I love the signature restaurants like CRT, Narcoosee's and Citricos..so we'll see.

 

[disneydreamertoo]

I'm enjoying reading your reviews! I'm sitting on the fence regarding the Deluxe Dining Plan and found your report after doing a "search" for more info about it. I always find the best threads when I do that! I'm glad I didn't miss yours! Really enjoying your writing style and how upfront you are about things!

 

[ariel1025]

I also am late but loving your reviews !!

Thanks so much for joining in

Mind if I get on board late? I love your pics, and the way your reviews are well thought out.

No such thing as late - I'm not even halfway done Thank you for the compliemnts

Will there be more?? I am loving your review and re-thinking our Sugar Loaf and regular DDP and thinking of going to Theme Park View and DxDP.

We did the DxDP last June and it was a lot of food - but I love the signature restaurants like CRT, Narcoosee's and Citricos..so we'll see.

There will definitely be more - hopefully an update later today

Can't wait to hear what decision you make about the room/dining plan

I'm enjoying reading your reviews! I'm sitting on the fence regarding the Deluxe Dining Plan and found your report after doing a "search" for more info about it. I always find the best threads when I do that! I'm glad I didn't miss yours! Really enjoying your writing style and how upfront you are about things!

Thank you so much! I am hoping to have another update done later today. When is your trip?

 

[scanne]

Can't wait to hear what decision you make about the room/dining plan

Well, as of today, I'm leaning towards the DxDP in a BIG way. I've even started a spreadsheet so I can make my reservations in a week and a half.

But, I am also considering a switch to the Wilderness Lodge. Although my heart will always belong to the GF, I have been looking at pictures of the WL and I miss the warm, cozy atmosphere! We haven't stayed there in a couple of years, and I really miss it. But I'm still undecided altogether, so I'll be hanging out on DISboards to get some more ideas!

Can't wait to read more of your review!!!

 

[DisneyJo]

My family loves B&C too and only about a week ago we ate there and the roast beef sub was delicious

 

[ariel1025]

Well, as of today, I'm leaning towards the DxDP in a BIG way. I've even started a spreadsheet so I can make my reservations in a week and a half.

But, I am also considering a switch to the Wilderness Lodge. Although my heart will always belong to the GF, I have been looking at pictures of the WL and I miss the warm, cozy atmosphere! We haven't stayed there in a couple of years, and I really miss it. But I'm still undecided altogether, so I'll be hanging out on DISboards to get some more ideas!

Can't wait to read more of your review!!!

Oh, my heart belongs to the WL as that is where we spent our honeymoon Just don't let her know that we have since fallen in love with AKL

Will you be doing a dining and/or trip report?

My family loves B&C too and only about a week ago we ate there and the roast beef sub was delicious

Yummy, yummy, yummy!!

 

[ariel1025]

First, I want to say that I hope everyone is having a wonderful holiday season with those close to them

Second, I want to apologize - I am feeling very much under the weather but cannot sleep and wanted to get an update posted. So please excuse any bad grammar (any more than usual anyway ) and forgive all misspelled words

Now, on with the show....

After our wonderful meal at Beaches and Cream we spent a lot of time roaming around the Beach and Yacht Club resorts and then headed over to Hollywood Studios for extra magic hours

Upon returning Candi was craving pizza and water in a BIG way so I told him to call and order room service while I took a shower. After my very long and very relaxing shower I saw this

Ummmm, honey - thought we were ordering a pizza not a buffet

Just like all other meals on the dining plan, the pizza room service included two appetizers, two desserts and drinks.

In it's entirety we had:

Cheese Plate - the same one served at Artist Point ($15.99), Chips and salsa - the ones served at Whispering Canyon Cafe ($14.99), Pepperoni Pizza ($19.49 + $1.00 for the 1 topping), Pecan Pie ($7.49), Fruit Plate ($6.99), 1 bottle of Evian water ($7.99) and 1 can of Root Beer ($2.99) - WHEW, that was a lot of food!!

Now, let's take a closer look at everything

Candi is a big 'ol dork and found it to be fun and exciting to order big bottles of Evian water because we would never ever pay for it in "real life." Though he admits that it doesn't really taste too much different than a plain bottle of Dasani. But, keep in mind that EVERYTHING beats the taste of Florida tap water

We've already covered the fact that I LOVE Root Beer, but $3.00 for one can I must admit that I find this to be thoroughly annoying. Luckily, I never saw the receipt until just now and was in heaven with my little can of heaven

Appetizer one was the chips and salsa and we were told these were the same ones served at Whispering Canyon Cafe. To both of us it tasted like a more seasoned version of Pace Picante. Being born and raised in New Mexico, Candi finds this type of salsa to be unedible. I was born and raised in Kansas, so to me, Pace Picante is 100% pure Mexican food at it's best However, I have been spoiled living in New Mexico and being able to eat fresh, homemade salsa for the last 8 years. So we will meet in the middle and give the salsa one thumb up and one thumb down

Appetizer two was the cheese plate with a plate of crackers and we were told this is the same cheese plate served at Artist Point. This is the first time we have ever ordered a cheese plate so please don't hate me for not knowing the proper names of each. If I remember correctly the far left was Midnight Moon, the middle was a blue cheese and the one on the right was a white cheddar. There were also pieces of walnut bread, dried cherries and something else on the plate. Candi loved the moon cheese, refused to touch the blue cheese and really like the cheddar. He is typically a cheddar man but loves it extra sharp and this wasn't sharp enough for his liking. To be honest I liked all the cheeses, but the cheddar was hands down the best of the three. I really liked the blue cheese but it was definitely a stronger blue cheese and you have to be a fan to enjoy it.

The main course was, of course, the pizza. It was, after all, the whole reason we ordered room service! Man, oh man, it was absolutely delicious! There was tons of ooey, gooey, melty cheese all over it and enough pepperonis to satisfy the both of us. It was hot and fresh when it was delivered and definitely hit the spot!

Finally, there was dessert. In the front of the picture you can see the pecan pie, which was Candi's choice. To be honest, I was so full (and tired) when we got to dessert I can't remember if I tasted it, let alone liked it Candi, however, never lets a good piece of pecan pie go to waste and put it in the fridge for breakfast I remember him saying that it was good but nothing spectacular. Sorry, I know that isn't exactly a thrilling review!

For my dessert Candi ordered me the fruit platter. I also put it in the fridge for breakfast but do remember eating it. It was delicious! All the fruit was nice and fresh and the yogurt dip they give you with it had just enough flavor. It made the fruit more tasty without overpowering the actual taste of the fruit

Our Overall Thoughts on Wilderness Lodge Room Service:

With the exception of the salsa and pecan pie, everything exceeded our expectations. With this in mind, had we not been on the deluxe plan we would never have ordered all of that food. We would have stuck with the drinks and pizza and possibly one dessert. However, it was fun to feel extra spoiled for the night and who doesn't enjoy food being delivered to them while they lounge in their PJs

Starting Credits:

Snack - 18 (9 each)

Meal - 30 (15 each)

Credits Used vs Cost:

Cheese plate, chips & salsa, pepperoni pizza, pecan pie, fruit plate, 1 can of root beer and 1 bottle of Evian water - 4 table service credits used (2 for each adult) - $98.46

** This total includes an automatic 18% gratuity added to all room service orders along with a $3.00 delivery fee