Trying to make a decision, could use suggestions

[KarenB]

DH and I usually take a quick anniversary trip in late April. This year we will be staying at AKL, using DVC points from Wednesday-Sunday, the last week of April. The past few years we have done the dining plan and really enjoyed it. This year, we were thinking about "winging it" not making any reservations. The only place we really want to be sure to try is Sanna at AKL, maybe the evening we arrive. We would also like to give California Grill a try. We only have tickets for 2 days in the parks, the third day will be at a water park.

What do you think? Will we be able to walk in and get a table for two? We are very flexible and if there is a bar area, we enjoy eating there. We are also happy to make a meal out of apps and a salad. It has been quite a few years since we have not had the meal plan.

Thanks!
Karen

 

[LeslieLou]

I think at Sanaa, it's highly likely that you could walk in. You can always make reservations the same day...we found plenty of those on our December trip using our smartphone.

CA Grill - there were places to eat at the bar and we sat at a bar table when we were waiting for our table to be ready. Folks were eating there. So, yes, it's possible! I'm sure your timing could impact the wait and probably not in a way you could plan for unless you got there when they open

 

[sharonabe]

You'll probably be okay at Sanaa, but I'd try to make an ADR at Cali Grill if you still can. Since it is a quick trip, you just need to decide now what night you want to do that.