Originally Posted By amazedncal2 Just wondering if anyone has gone to the Minnie and Friends buffet lately? We have gone to Goofys a few times and Lilo and Stitch (before it became Mickey and Friend) and Storytellers. We have a 6 year old grandson so no interest in Ariels So for Minnies I'd like to know: -What characters were present -What foods were offered -What are the hours (we'll be there when the Park opens at 8am) -How did you like it? Thanks so much for any info!
Originally Posted By Autopia Deb We went last November and had a great time! I'll do my best with the questions. -What characters were present? Hook, Fairy Godmother, Pinocchio, Pooh, Brer Bear, Chip, Dale and at least 3 more, I remember counting 10 different characters in our pictures -What foods were offered? Scrambled eggs, bacon, really yummy sausage, fruit, small Mickey waffles, french toast, the usual breakfast buffet stuff -What are the hours (we'll be there when the Park opens at 8am)? Don't know the exact hours, but we couldn't get a seating before park opening :-( -How did you like it? Loved it!!!
Originally Posted By Mickeysbestfan We had those characters plus Minnie, Tigger, Eeyore, and Peter Pan. The buffet also had omelets to order. We were able to get a seating 30 minutes before the park opened, but it was a early entry day. We did not have early entry but the escorted us up to Minnies. It was very good and we got much more attention from characters than we ever did at Goofy's.
Originally Posted By A Happy Haunt <<Loved it!!!>> Good to hear! This is the only Character Meal The DD's want to do next summer!
Originally Posted By amazedncal2 Thank you Autopia Deb and Mickeysbestfan I'm glad to hear that you both liked it. I'm going to see if we can work this in for our trip.
Originally Posted By amazedncal2 <a href="http://allears.net/dlr/din/menu/men_royb.htm" target="_blank">http://allears.net/dlr/din/men...royb.htm</a> Sara Tonin, I've also seen a higher price than the one listed.
Originally Posted By A Happy Haunt my AAA book states $31 adult & $16 ages 3-9! That's $124 for my family for BREAKFAST!!! it better be good!!
Originally Posted By Sara Tonin I'm just back from DLR. We did the the lunch at Ariel's Grotto with Ariel (of course), Snow White, Cinderella, Aurora, and Belle. It was absolutely wonderful. Total for 2 adults, 1 child after the AP discount was $92. DGD6 was totally blown away. When Cinderella came by the table she asked her name, DGD6's mouth fell open and suddenly she couldn't remember her own name...it was priceless. The food was very good, starts with a tower antipasto and then your choice of about 6 entrees, and ends with a dessert tray to share. Definately worth the cost in my imho.
Originally Posted By Autopia Deb Good to know. Ariel's is the only character venue at DLR I've never experienced (although I last ate at Goofy's Kitchen long ago before Kyle was born, back when it was the only character meal in town). Having a boy Ariel's was never an option, but maybe now I have nieces I can have a girly meal with one or both of them one day.
Originally Posted By Sara Tonin It will definately be fun and you are right at sea level so to speak, so it's nice and for a special little girls afternoon out I don't think the price is unreasonable.
Originally Posted By amazedncal2 Just got back and thought I should check back into my own post with a report We booked Minnie and Friends at the Plaza for 10:30am. The restaurant was about 1/2 full at that time. Check in was fast and we were seated but not given any info to "go get your own food NOW." Because of LP I knew to jump up and get our food because a "drink server" would not be coming first. We also were not told (found out later) that the food is removed at 11am sharp. Not complaining but kind of confusing for someone who doesn't have the awesome access of LP Character interaction was GREAT Our grandson got lots of attention but we adults were trying to relax and eat our breakfast. Minnie and Eeyore motioned for us adults to get up for pictures I got up at 11 to get a Mickey waffle and found the food service all closed up. About 10 minutes later a lady started yelling (yes yelling) that each party could have 2 more pictures taken. We had no idea what she was talking about but DH, SIL and grandson got up and walked to the front. DD and I started grabbing our fruit and gulping our coffee. Turned out that all the characters were lined up for group pictures so we were able to get an awesome family photo with Tigger, Pooh, Minnie, Hook, Chip and Dale and Eeyore All the time the lady was directing and still yelling to the families. Weird CM interaction and since there were so few of us left not necessary Earlier our grandson was a bit confused as he had been to Lilo and Stitch (Mickeys) and Goofy's breakfast where there is dancing. Evidently he was waiting for the conga line. Toward the end of our meal, Chip and Dale were kind of playing around in our area so our grandson grabbed Chips hands and started dancing. Luckily Chip caught on and they danced away We would absolutely book this breakfast again. The food was very good. Made to order omelets and yummy baked ham Being in the Park was a plus. We would book a bit earlier and be less casual about our eating
Originally Posted By A Happy Haunt sounds like your party had a great time! strange to "grab the food & run" at 11:00!
Originally Posted By amazedncal2 ^^we did have a good time I'm pretty sure that the Plaza starts serving lunch at 11:30 which we didn't take into consideration I would have for sure grabbed that waffle on my first go around if I'd thought about it. Next time!
Originally Posted By LPFan22 ^^I'm really surprised they offer the 10:30 meal slot if they're going to cut the food off a 11. I eat really slow and with all of the distractions while trying to eat I would really miss out. Thank you for sharing this info. I will be sure to plan accordingly for my next special occasion.
Originally Posted By amazedncal2 ^^DD and I are both slow eaters too. I hadn't thought about it before you posted that LPFan22. SIL, grandson and DH seemed to have no problem with the time frame Chomp, chomp, chomp! They piled their plates high and were good to go. DD and I go with fruit on one plate, an omelet and then were planning to go back for the waffles and breads. Luckily there were a couple of cinnamon rolls and a 1/2 waffle left on the plates of the chompers! LOL!
Originally Posted By Hats and Wands Another thought for those later reservations...go for the "family style" meal. Have everyone pile up one thing on their plate & bring it all back to the table. Having a plate full of bacon, a plate of pastries, a plate of Mickey waffles & a plate of fruit makes sure you have what you want before it all goes away. For those who want omelets, get that at the same time. Thne you have your plate to put your other goodies on, once you get back to the table. It's also a time saver when the characters are in your area & you don't want to leave the table & miss them while you got the 2nd Mickey waffle of the day.
Originally Posted By Tandelothien ^^Ooohhhh now you've done it, you've got me dreaming about that delicious ham again
