Originally Posted By twnkedee I was just wondering what you guys think are good food places to eat? My husband and daughter are going for her 13th birthday.
Originally Posted By disneyland1 We really enjoy eating at Rainforest Cafe' in DTD. And , if you are willing to splurge a bit, Blue Bayou (in POTC ride), or Goofy's Kitchen (Disneyland Hotel) are fun places, too. We have been to all of these a few times, and have always had a great time ! Hope your trip is wonderful !
Originally Posted By tigger_twin89 This is how we do it Breakfast- Plaza Inn Lunch- Hungry Bear or Cafe Orleans Dinner- Blue Boyua or Rainforest Cafe MMMMMMMM I am hungry now
Originally Posted By utahjosh Twnkedee....what's the most important thing to you. The quality of the food? The service? The atmosphere? A good price?
Originally Posted By cinderella143also We really like Cafe Orleans! Those garlic fries (pompes frites????) YUM!!!!!! And the Carnation Cafe!!!
Originally Posted By lovesplashmt I really like the burgers at Hungry Bear Restaurant and for the scenery and atmosphere than definately try the Blue Bayou.
Originally Posted By DlandJB There are going to be as many opinions are their are restaurants. My favorite is Carnation Cafe.
Originally Posted By ecdc It really depends on what you're looking for. If you want something nicer for the special occasion, I'd call for reservations at Blue Bayou. If you want to enjoy the park more and just grab a bite, most everything else is cafeteria style. Like DlandJB said, you'll get a huge range of opinions. I'm personally no fan of Rancho del Zocalo, but I like the French Market. It's often said that Blue Bayou and now Cafe Orleans are the only full-service restaurants in Disneyland, but Carnation Cafe comes close and is my favorite place for breakfast.
Originally Posted By MerryMouseWife We really like (as a family of 5) Carnation Café the best in Disneyland. We have just about eaten at every restaurant and find the the food and ambiance consistently good. Blue Bayou is only for atmosphere as the food is marginal at best and way overpriced. Plaza Inn is pretty much out as well as the last several times we have eaten there the food was so salty as to be close to inedible. This is just our opinion and your mileage may vary.
Originally Posted By cinderella143also >>Blue Bayou is only for atmosphere as the food is marginal at best and way overpriced.<< So, so, so true! The food is awful and way over priced and the last few times we have been there the service hasn't been that great either! But the atmostphere is great...
Originally Posted By p-n-p06 Bengal BBQ is a rip-off for what you get. The food tasted fine but the portions are pathetic for the prices. Breakfast - Carnation Cafe Lunch - Hungry Bear or Cafe Orleans or Market Dinner - Plaza Inn or Rancho del Zocalo IMHO, everything food related in DTD is overpriced. The mexican place (not sure if it's still in there?) was overpriced, food was poor and the service was lousy. And we are not picky people in general. Have fun on your trip!!
Originally Posted By FerretAfros "IMHO, everything food related in DTD is overpriced." I was quite pleasantly surprised by the prices at ESPN Zone. The entrees range from around $10-15, and are huge portions. Desserts are about $6, and quite tasty as well. Especially considering that they allow you to stay as long as you want (we wathed an entire football game there for no additional charge-we weren't in the big screen room but I counted 27 TV's showing that game that I could see from my seat-and without them trying to rush us at all, all through prime dinner hours) and everything, it's a great price. The service is fantastic, and the food is surprisingly delicious (the fettucini alfredo is to die for!). Sure, it probably costs a dollar or two more than a place like Chili's or Friday's, but factoring in the prompt and reliable service, location, and atmosphere, you really can't be it!
Originally Posted By MerryMouseWife I have to say that ESPN zone is our family's favorite for DTD. We were there when the Angels were in the pennant race and ate at ESPN and because of the series, they did have a minimum $$ if you wanted to stay through the game. Since we just wanted to eat dinner, that was all we had to do and I never felt any pressure to eat and run. The food was very good, if too large portions for us, and the service was excellent and friendly.
Originally Posted By davewasbaloo >>>>>>Blue Bayou is only for atmosphere as the food is marginal at best and way overpriced.<< So, so, so true! The food is awful and way over priced and the last few times we have been there the service hasn't been that great either! But the atmostphere is great...<<<< I would totally disagree. We found the food and service to be excellent, and the prices were comparable to similar restaurants in the outside world. funny, I find all the other places here somewhat overrated.
Originally Posted By TXDISNEYNERD The Carnation Cafe and ESPNZone were my favorites from my recent trip. Well, those and the churro stand. I was dissapointed with the food at Blue Bayou, but the atmosphere was wonderful.
Originally Posted By MomluvsDisney davewasbaloo I have to agree with you. the last time I ate at the Blue Bayou I enjoyed the food and the service wast errific (better then I have recently had at an unamed four star restaurant) the prices are high, but in a park where it is almost nine dollars for a burger and fries, it was in keeping. I suppose it all depends on when you go. I usually get reservations for when it opens in the day as then I am always able to get water side seating and soak up the atmosphere.
Originally Posted By davewasbaloo Personally, I would say the Napa Rose is the finest restaurant in the Disney Empire and my favorite on the planet. Storytellers offers a great character breakfast with different characters and a great a la carte menu. Steakhouse 55 is sublime. A really good quality restaurant with great steaks. Goofy's Kitchen is fun, but the food is poor. The Plaza Inn had a great breakfast buffet, with plenty of characters, and you can get in before the park opens! the Blue Bayou is a fantastic restaurant, wonderful ambience, great service, great food. The Vinyeard Room is excellent also, and remember it's where Club33 guests dine when Club 33 is closed. Catal, Naples, Ralph Brennan's and RFC are ok, but nothing to write home about. HOB has an awesome sunday brunch, and the weekly menu is ok too. for counter service, we found Rancho Del Zocalo was excellent for fast food, and they serve on real plates!!! And for something quick, the Corn Dogs at DCA cannot be beat (just avoid the cheese ones, way too salty). Or the Boudin place is not bad either.
