Originally Posted By RoadTrip Rosie and I will be celebrating our 30th wedding anniversary when we are at WDW for our daughter's wedding. The actual date is two days after we get back, but that will be the day she starts her next round of chemo. We figured it would be MUCH BETTER to celebrate at WDW!! At any rate, I would like to have a really special dinner. I checked the menu at Victoria and Albert's and I don't think Rose would like much of what would be served. She's not a White Truffle or Minnesota Elk kind of woman. So, looking at the other rather upscale restaurants, I think she would enjoy either Bistro De Paris or the California Grill. Do any of you have an opinion on which would be the best place to go? Thanks
Originally Posted By trekkeruss Both wonderful. The Bistro is more romantic of the two, the dining room being quieter and more refined. Not that the CA Grill's dining room is bad, but the vibe is different, with its open kitchen.
Originally Posted By smedley I am a big fan of the California Grill, it lacks on the romantic somewhat, but I love (given the seating time availability) watching the Wishes fireworks from the balcony with my hubby's arms wrapped around me The food is pretty great in my opinion too
Originally Posted By leemac RT - honestly you should consider V&A - it really is an incredible dining experience and the atmosphere is about as private and romantic as you will find anywhere. Neither of you may be fancy foodies but I guarantee that you will be blown away by the tastes and flavors. No disrespect to either of your other choices but V&A is in a class all on its own and if you can stretch to the cost you really shouldn't consider any other alternative. Don't forget that jackets are mandatory for men.
Originally Posted By RoadTrip I will talk with Rose about V&A. The cost is not all that different. Bistro (currently my favorite) would be $120 per person; V&A would be $185. Once you are over $100 per person what difference does it make? For the first time ever I will have a jacket with me at WDW since I will be wearing one at our daughter's wedding. Beyond not being a "fancy foodie", my wife is not a big fan of seafood. Knowing that; would you still recommend V&A?
Originally Posted By leemac ^^ Yes. They will cater for any special diet. I'm veggie and the stuff they came up with for me on each occasion I've dined there was phenomenal. It is a wonderful occasion and seems completely appropriate for such a special anniversary. If you want a once-in-a-lifetime memory then V&A has to be it. If you do choose V&A make sure that they know it is an anniversary - they will make your night very special indeed.
Originally Posted By Spirit of 74 Trippy, if there's one thing I almost always agree with my pal Lee on it's WDW food. While I love all three locations, V&A's is simply one of the best meal experiences you'll find anywhere. True 5-star gourmet grownup dining, impeccable service, great wine list. And no brats around. It's not stuffy at all. And I have seafood allergies and they made a menu for me around that. Every item I had (and there are so many courses that you lose track) was lick the plate good. I'd definitely consider it strongly. You won't regret it despite the price.
Originally Posted By davewasbaloo Add me to the list that votes on this occassion to go for V&A. Definately very special. My second vote based on food goes to California Grill or for ambience, Bistro. But V&A's is very special.
Originally Posted By Mr X If he gets talked onto V&A and has an incredible time, that would be something. (of course, if they hate it, Lee's in trouble ) Menu looks pretty darned good to me (I hate seafood too, so I can relate)... Duck with sausage? Pennsylvania Lamb? Kobe beef with smoked garlic potato puree? I think you guys could find SOMETHING. ;p Add some congratulations from me and Mrs X too, a milestone anniversary indeed. Here's to many more!
Originally Posted By jkayjs Congratulations on both milestones. Having celebrated both I can say you will not only enjoy the dinner but need that time to unwind. If you really want to do V&A just call, outline what will work for your lovely wife & ask if it's possible. I'm sure they will be happy to discuss it with you & most likely accommodate any special dietary needs she may have. If that doesn't work my choice would be Bistro. I really enjoy it. Ask for a seat @ the window looking out on the promenade. After you've shared a decadent dessert you can take a leisurely walk through the "world" which I'm sure you would give her if you could. Of course I love Cali as well so I don't really think you can go wrong. Wow how often are you faced with a win/win/win situation. We're coming up on 34 in May. I think we're going to spend a wkend in Marceline,MO for kicks. Not as romantic but oh well.
