The *New* Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Frequently Asked Questions (FEB2004) Part 2

[Lives4Disney]

Channing, your story about the characters and your children bring back warm memories. Our two younger (now adult) children have special needs. When our kids were small I was always touched by how great the characters were with all three. They really seemed to go out of their way to shower attention on our eldest. In fact, I'm getting teary eyed remembering it. Kudos to WDW training!

Citricos will still serve their typical fare at dinner during rehab from what I've read. At lunch and breakfast, the menu will be more typical GFCafe fare.

We aren't scheduled to be at WDW during the 1900 rehab. I think it would be fun to have breakfast or lunch in Citricos!

Ya, it made me teary while they were interacting with her because I was so grateful. DD7 isn't one to let herself go unnoticed, lol, so she was right in the mix. DS16 is very laid back and so not into characters at his age (so not cool ) but it was funny how the characters drew him into the fun and I really really appreciated it.

I LOVE Disney - OK, as if you didn't know, haha - Disney is GREAT for special needs kids (and adults, too, I bet)

Channing

 

[litlpixie]

Channing - What happened to your Brithday trip?!?!?!
Anywhoo--5 more days and I'll be back at the Grand for some R&R....this wedding planning is killing me!!

Anyone have any reccomendations on what to order at the Cafe for lunch???

 

[HockeyMomR]

We have reservations for GF Cafe July 14. My understanding is that it will be a character meal as 1900 will be closed for rehab. Has anyone heard what kind of menu they will serve during this time at the cafe or if it will be a buffet?

My DSs 15 & 11 have done Cinderella castle for breakfast twice and been good sports for me (I love the castle). The characters were great and the boys took their pictures with all of them. When younger son was 7 he had crush on Cinderella. So, that was fun. I am not sure how the character meal will work this time as we had not planned on a character meal, we will be staying at the GF the night of our scheduled dinner and thought it would be nice to eat at the resort. Any info would be great! Thanks!

 

[Jen66]

Jen, that Park Faire bfast is our favorite character bfast. The character "handlers" or managers are some of the very best. They make sure the characters get around to everybody and spend a good amount of time playing and goofing. My DD10 is visually impaired and I could tell they must have noticed her when we were being seated and they must have mentioned it to the characters. I was so happily surprised at how wonderful the characters were to her. They hung on her & hugged her, petted her, let her touch and pet them and really got right up in her face. DD7 and even DS16 get a kick out of this bfast, too. Alice flirted with DS16 and talked him into having his pic taken with her. It is a favorite photo of mine.



Channing

Thank you! I know my DD (12) is looking forward to it, and I really think my DS (10) will like it too! At least the Mad Hatter! We'll see if he likes Alice! I really am glad to know that it is a wonderful experience though.

HockeymomR~ The GF Cafe is the Cinderella gala Feast from July 9-Oct. It will be a pre-plated character meal with Cinderella, PC and FG. Hopes this helps!

 

[BCV23]

Channing - What happened to your Brithday trip?!?!?!
Anywhoo--5 more days and I'll be back at the Grand for some R&R....this wedding planning is killing me!!

Anyone have any reccomendations on what to order at the Cafe for lunch???

Oh, we love GFCafe for lunch! They have an excellent chopped salad. There is a sandwich that's been on the menu for years which my DD always orders It's had different names over the years but it is turkey and ham with boursin cheese sauce with onion straws sprinkled over it. It is very tasty. The French onion soup is excellent and there's usually a 1/2 sandwich and bowl of soup combo. My son has ordered the chicken noodle soup which looks great. There's a shrimp and pasta dish that my DIL loves. The burgers are excellent too. One burger used to come with avocado, jerk sauce and maybe bacon. DS1 loved that but it was off the menu last month. They improvised for him minus the jerk sauce which they just didn't have.

Years ago there was a Cuban sandwich that DS1 loved as well. Fit the Florida theme I though but it's been gone for years.

I know I'm forgetting some favorites but we've enjoyed every lunch we've had there and it's been many since the GF first opened.

Have a great trip. Will you report back to us?

 

[skippyman111]

Hi All -

We have requested a king bed for our October trip this year. Does anyone know if those beds are in every building or only selected buildings?

Thanks!

 

[BCV23]

Hi All -

We have requested a king bed for our October trip this year. Does anyone know if those beds are in every building or only selected buildings?

Thanks!

This is a little bump for you. I tried a search and did find that apparently there are only 15 king beds in the whole resort. Of course, that could be outdated.

Anyway, there were a couple of reports of a king bed in Sago Cay and there are king beds in RPC. I didn't read all the threads so you might try a search on your own.

Hopefully, someone will be along with info. You could also try PMing CaliforniaDreaming who iniated this thread. He may know.

Happy planning!

 

[Donald & Daisy Duck]

Ok, now I am confused...what meal does the Mad Hatter appear at and where will that meal be GF Cafe or what in August of this year? Thanks.

 

[BCV23]

The Mad Hatter is at the character breakfast which will be located at GFCafe in August.

Well, at least I think the characters will be the same. Has anyone heard for sure?

 

[Jen66]

When I made my ADR, it was still Mary Poppins, Alice, Mad Hatter and assorted Pooh characters. I am most excited to see the Mad Hatter!!

Has anyone heard anything about renovations or what buildings have started? I wonder if I should request something or just wait and see what I get at check in. We have a MK view, so I figure there is no way it can be bad!!!!

 

[Alicnwondrln]

Oh, we love GFCafe for lunch! They have an excellent chopped salad. There is a sandwich that's been on the menu for years which my DD always orders It's had different names over the years but it is turkey and ham with boursin cheese sauce with onion straws sprinkled over it. It is very tasty. The French onion soup is excellent and there's usually a 1/2 sandwich and bowl of soup combo. My son has ordered the chicken noodle soup which looks great. There's a shrimp and pasta dish that my DIL loves. The burgers are excellent too. One burger used to come with avocado, jerk sauce and maybe bacon. DS1 loved that but it was off the menu last month. They improvised for him minus the jerk sauce which they just didn't have.

Years ago there was a Cuban sandwich that DS1 loved as well. Fit the Florida theme I though but it's been gone for years.

I know I'm forgetting some favorites but we've enjoyed every lunch we've had there and it's been many since the GF first opened.

Have a great trip. Will you report back to us?

I love teh GF cafe turkey club sandwhich its soo good
THey really do have a very nice lunch there
I also ate dinner there last Nov and it was vey good
the service was excellent

 

[Donald & Daisy Duck]

I don't think that this will be the lunch we will be getting if the characters are there...am I correct? I think, and someone correct me if I am wrong, that the GFCafe breakfast and lunch is moving to Citrico's and the 1900's breakfast, lunch & dinner character dining is moving to GF Cafe. Which lunch is better...my kids are not interested in the characters...too old they say....but I am much older than them and I still like the characters - they tell me though that I am "sooo not cool"...oh well

 

[k&a&c'smom]

Oh, we love GFCafe for lunch! They have an excellent chopped salad. There is a sandwich that's been on the menu for years which my DD always orders It's had different names over the years but it is turkey and ham with boursin cheese sauce with onion straws sprinkled over it. It is very tasty. The French onion soup is excellent and there's usually a 1/2 sandwich and bowl of soup combo. My son has ordered the chicken noodle soup which looks great. There's a shrimp and pasta dish that my DIL loves. The burgers are excellent too. One burger used to come with avocado, jerk sauce and maybe bacon. DS1 loved that but it was off the menu last month. They improvised for him minus the jerk sauce which they just didn't have.

The Floridian Burger is gone? Oh, my DD will be so sad to hear this! We usually split that or the Grand sandwich you described, they are both excellent. Phooey! (I agree with you, btw, we've enjoyed everything we've tried there.)

 

[TammiMcMan]

I don't think that this will be the lunch we will be getting if the characters are there...am I correct? I think, and someone correct me if I am wrong, that the GFCafe breakfast and lunch is moving to Citrico's and the 1900's breakfast, lunch & dinner character dining is moving to GF Cafe. Which lunch is better...my kids are not interested in the characters...too old they say....but I am much older than them and I still like the characters - they tell me though that I am "sooo not cool"...oh well

To the best of my knowledge, the GF Cafe will not be open for lunch while they are hosting the character meals. It will only be open for the breakfast buffet (Alice & Friends) and the dinner buffet (Cinderella). Citrico's, which normally only serves dinner, will add menu service breakfast and lunch during the renovation. It sounds like the menu items will be similar to those typically served in the GF Cafe. Your only options at the GF for lunch at that time, will be Citrico's and Gasparillas Grill (and room service if you are a resort guest).

 

[BCV23]

The Floridian Burger is gone? Oh, my DD will be so sad to hear this! We usually split that or the Grand sandwich you described, they are both excellent. Phooey! (I agree with you, btw, we've enjoyed everything we've tried there.)

Yes, sad to report it was not on the menu this May. Our server agreed with our son that it was missed.

Maybe if enough people request it when dining, it will return?

If the Grand sandwich is ever taken off, I can picture my daughter organizing a protest. The first time she ordered it, she was a very petite maybe 10 or 11 yo...she ate the entire thing which I could not believe. I could never eat that whole sandwich. But it is unique and tasty.

 

[Jen66]

Do any of you have a link to the room service menu? I am not sure we will be able to get ADRs for the tea this late in the game, and am wondering if some of those type of offerings can be ordered to our room.
Thanks!

 

[Alicnwondrln]

the GF private dining menu
is found at all www.allearsnet.com
under dining for resorts

http://www.allearsnet.com/menu/menu_gfp.htm

Private Dining Experience

Our Romantic Packages...For guests seeking that special dining experience, our Romance Packages are the perfect answer. The Romance Packages are carefully selected menus served in the privacy of your own suite, on board our yacht, the Grand I, or one of our float boats or in one of many secluded and romantic venues around the hotel.

We also offer the option of serving items from the menus from any of our restaurants or have our Chefs customize a menu, tailored to your specific wishes. The meal is served butler-style, presenting each course separately. Our Private Dining managers will gladly assist in creating the perfect evening for you.

Pricing depends upon the individual options selected.

Entertaining in Your Suite...From an intimate dinner for 4 to a lavish cocktail party for 40, our Private Dining team can provide it all. Choose from our selection of hospitality menus, or allow our Chefs to create a personalized menu for you.

To arrange for these dining options, you must call Private Dining at the Grand Floridian. 24 Hour Notice will be required.


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Breakfast
served from 6:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Fruits & Juices

Assorted Juices (orange, grapefruit, apple, cranberry, tomato, V-8, or pineapple) $2.99

Chilled Half Grapefruit $3.99

Fresh Strawberries & Cream $4.99

Rainbow of Fresh Sliced Fruit $6.99

Seasonal Melon $4.99

Natural Yogurt (with strawberries or bananas) $3.99

Breads & Cereals

Oatmeal or Cream of Wheat with brown sugar & raisins $4.50; with fruit $5.50

Assorted Cold Cereals $4.50; with fruit $5.50

Assorted Pastries (2 Danish, 1 croissant, 1 muffin) $7.50

Danish or Croissant (2 each) $3.99

Bagel and Cream Cheese $3.99

Toast (white, wheat, rye or raisin) $2.99

Beverages

Regular Coffee or Decaf $4.99

Hot Tea or Hot Chocolate $3.99

Milk or Chocolate Milk $2.99

Low-fat Smoothies $6.99

Assorted Soft Drinks or Bottled Water $3.29

Iced Tea small carafe $3.99; large carafe $7.99

Espresso or Cappuccino $3.99; flavored $4.99

Side Orders

Bacon, sausage links, or cured ham steak $3.79

Canadian bacon or turkey sausage $4.29

Southern-style Grits $2.29

Children's Menu

Entrees include your choice of beverage
(milk, chocolate milk or orange juice)
$8.99

Daisy's Eggceptional Morning - one scrambled egg with bacon and a biscuit

Lumiere's French Toast - with one scrambled egg

Mickey's Ears to You - two fun Mickey-shaped waffles

Chip 'n' Dale Chippy Cakes - pancakes with one topping of your choice (bananas, berries, or chocolate chips)

Mickey's Morning Surprise - large Mickey Mouse waffle served with lots of Mickey surprises $13.99

The Continental Approach - our Grand Floridian pastry basket served with butter and preserves; fresh seasonal fruit; your choice of coffee, tea or decaf; and your choice of juice $12.99

The Grand American Breakfast - two eggs, prepared any style, served with buttermilk biscuits; bacon, sausage or ham steaks; grits or hash brown potatoes; coffee, tea or decaf coffee; and your choice of juice $16.99

Other Breakfast Specialties
We gladly substitute regular eggs with "Egg Beaters" or egg whites in any of the following dishes.

Three Egg Omelet - ham and cheese, Western, or Spanish, served with hash brown potatoes or grits $10.99

Corned Beef Hash & Poached Eggs - homemade hash with potatoes, onions and green peppers $10.99

Spa Vegetable Fritatta - open-faced egg white omelet with tomato, zucchini, onion, mushrooms, chives, spinach and fresh seasonal fruit $9.99

Smoked Salmon with flavored cream cheeses, onions, tomatoes and a bagel $12.99

Eggs Benedict - two poached eggs on toasted English muffin with Canadian bacon and Hollandaise sauce $12.99

Steak & Eggs - two eggs, any style, served with a 8 oz. top sirloin steak, hash brown potatoes or grits $20.99

French Toast - $9.99

Belgian Waffle - $9.99

Old Fashioned Pancakes - $9.99

Add Strawberries, Blueberries, Bananas or Pecans - $1.00


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To Go Lunches
$12.99 each

-- Choose one: Ham & Cheese, Turkey & Cheese,
Roast Beef & Cheese or Peanut Butter & Jelly Sandwiches
--Whole Fruit (banana, orange, apple)
--Bag of Chips and a Cookie
--Beverages (Coke, Sprite, Diet Coke, Bottled Water, or a juice box)

Pizzas - served 11 a.m. - 1 a.m.

Cheese Pizza - a 16-inch cheese pizza with our own Italian pizza sauce $14.50
Add your choice of toppings at $1.50 each: pepperoni, sausage, ham, ground beef, mushrooms, green peppers, onions, jalapeno peppers.

Children's Menu -served 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Choice of entree as listed below, beverage (milk, soft drink or juice) and a chocolate chip cookie. $9.99

Minnie's Mini Burgers - two mini hamburgers served with fries
Mr. M's Steak Plate - grilled junior steak with French fries and vegetables
Chicken by Jiminy - fried chicken strips served with fries
Pluto's Double Dogger - two of Pluto's mini hot dogs served with fries
The Triple-Header - mini burger, mini hot dog and macaroni and cheese
Grand Goofy Griller - grilled cheese served with fries
PB&J Daisy's Way - American favorite, served with chips

Lunch served from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Appetizers
Lump Crab Cake - with Cajun remoulade sauce $8.99
Garlicky Spinach Dip - with focaccia chips $6.50
Shrimp Cocktail $13.50

Soups
French Onion Soup - $6.79
Chicken Noodle Soup - $5.79


Grand Salads
House Salad - $5.99
Cobb Salad - $12.99
Caesar Salad - $6.99; with grilled chicken or shrimp $13.99
We also offer a reduced-fat Caesar and Ranch dressings.

Signature Sandwiches - All sandwiches are served with your choice of fries, chips or potato salad.

The Earl of Sandwiches - $11.99
New York Style Reuben - $10.99
Turkey Club Sandwich - $10.99
Hamburger, Cheeseburger or Homemade Veggie Burger - $10.99
Philly Cheese Steak Sandwich $15.99
Pan-seared Chicken with Tomato Coulis $15.99
Penne Pasta Primavera tossed with olive oil, garlic and fresh vegetables $17.99; add chicken or shrimp $19.99
Daily Catch served with chef's accompaniments $17.99

Desserts
Florida Key Lime Pie $6.29
New York Cheesecake $6.29
Seasonal Dessert Selection $6.29
Strawberry Shortcake $6.29
Add a scoop of Haagen Dazs ice cream (vanilla, chocolate or cinnamon) $1.00


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Dinner
Served daily from 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Appetizers
Lump Crab Cake - with Cajun remoulade sauce $8.99
Garlicky Spinach Dip - with focaccia chips $6.50
Shrimp Cocktail $13.50

Soups
French Onion Soup - $6.79
Chicken Noodle Soup - $5.79


Grand Salads
House Salad - $5.99
Cobb Salad - $12.99
Caesar Salad - $6.99; with grilled chicken or shrimp $13.99
We also offer a reduced-fat Caesar and Ranch dressings

Entrees
New York Strip Steak - 10 oz. steak served with baked potato $24.99
Seared Pork Tenderloin - served with Chef's choice of accompaniments $21.99
Roasted Prime Rib served with baked potato - 10 oz. $19.99; 14 oz. $22.99
Breast of Chicken - pan-seared with tomato coulis $19.99
Catch of the Day - inquire with your private dining host for details - $22.99
Filet Mignon served with a side of bearnaise sauce $28.50
Pasta Primavera tossed with garlic, olive oil, and fresh vegetables $17.99; with grilled chicken or shrimp $19.99
Turkey Club Sandwich served with chips, fries or potato salad $10.99
Hamburger, Cheeseburger or Homemade Veggie Burger served with chips, fries or potato salad $10.99

Desserts
Florida Key Lime Pie - $6.29
New York Cheesecake - $6.29
Seasonal Dessert Selection - $6.29
Strawberry Shortcake - $6.29
Add a scoop of ice cream (vanilla, chocolate or cinnamon) - $1.00


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Late Night Dining
Served Daily from 10:00 p.m. - 6:00 a.m.

Appetizers
Lump Crab Cake - with Cajun remoulade sauce $8.99
Garlicky Spinach Dip - with focaccia chips $6.50
Shrimp Cocktail $13.50

Soups & Salads
French Onion Soup - $6.79
Chicken Noodle Soup - $5.79
House Salad - $5.99
Caesar Salad - $6.99; with grilled chicken or shrimp $13.99
We also offer a reduced-fat Caesar or Ranch dressing.

Signature Sandwiches - All sandwiches served with your choice of fries, chips or potato salad
New York Style Reuben - $10.99
Turkey Club Sandwich - $10.99
Hamburger, Cheeseburger, Homemade Veggie Burger - $10.99

Entrees
New York Strip Steak - with baked potato $24.99
Breast of Chicken - pan-seared with tomato coulis $19.99
Daily Catch - with chef's choice of accompaniments $22.99

Early Risers
Three Egg Omelet - to create your perfect omelet, choose from bacon, ham or sausage; cheddar, Swiss or American cheese; tomato, onion, chives, peppers or salsa; served with hash brown potatoes or grits $10.99
Old Fashioned Pancakes - $9.99
Belgian Waffle $9.99
Banana or Pecan Pancakes - $10.99

 

[irisbud]

I highly recommend room service at the GF! We had breakfast through them on our December trip, and it was one of our best meals! The presentation alone is awesome!

 

[Jen66]

Kelly~
Thanks for the info!! We will definitely take advantage of that! I am already envisioning breakfast on the balcony overlooking the castle! My kids (and DH and I) will love it!!!

 

[Alicnwondrln]

no problem Jenn I am also planning a breakfast from room service when I am there
On the 8th we have a cabana and I am gonna roder room service before we head down
I love the eggs benedict from the GF