Originally Posted By FerretAfros I don't know if the thing about the park contract is true or not. I just remember that when it happened, it was clear that the locations in the parks would either become a different restuarant or close completely. There was nothing specifically mentioned (at least that I remember) about the McDonald's by the All Stars, but there was a lot of speculation about what would become of it. It will be interesting to hear the logic, especially if they keep the DTD one open.
Originally Posted By SuperDry <<< There was nothing specifically mentioned (at least that I remember) about the McDonald's by the All Stars, but there was a lot of speculation about what would become of it. It will be interesting to hear the logic, especially if they keep the DTD one open. >>> I can very well see it being part of that 10-year deal, and that closing it now is an artifact of the deal's expiration. The DTD location is different in that DTD is a designated place for third-party operators to lease space and operate non-Disney businesses. This stand-alone McDonald's that's reportedly being torn down was kind of unique in that it was like a suburban McD's location, but at an intersection of roads within WDW that normally don't have outside businesses. It was definitely a privilege to be able operate a stand-alone restaurant with a drive-thru on WDW property. It must have been very profitable for McD's, which of course could be used as leverage by Disney in negotiating the deal.
Originally Posted By Spirit of 74 This is the first ... and only ... place I've heard about this. I find it very odd, if true. I have never set foot in it once ... why go there when there's one about two miles away with 'normal' prices including the dollar menu. I just find it hard to believe McDonald's built the place to last ... what? A decade? 12 years? Contract or not ... something sounds off. ~Pass the Fries~
Originally Posted By u k fan I ate at this McD's a few times when I stayed at the All-Stars mostly to grab a quick breakfast on the way to somewhere else, but I also remember walking there from the All-Star Sports on a rest day and it was quite a pleasant walk. It was very convenient for quick snacks!!!
Originally Posted By -em and the answer......... 50/50- Its still there but being remodeled into a new sleek design (without characters)... Ill post a few pics later.. Sadly I think it worked better how it was than how it will be but thats just me, it may have been tacky but it said "theme park" more than the new design which says "looks the same as the one in my Mart parking lot.."
Originally Posted By bean Is Mcdonalds food really more reasonable in price than other food places? I had not been to one in about six years. Friend wanted us to go because he wanted a fish sandwich. I suggested eating somewhere else. We ended up going and i order a ten piece chicken nugget, fries and drink. he ordered one of the value meals. Total came to about $15.00 dollars and at the end we were still a bit hungry. For less than that we could have gone to In n out and ate better, or even gone to a chinese buffet and had more to eat. Even places like jack in the box, wendy's or carl Juniors which are considered more expensive have ,99 cent menu with much better food. lets not forget the very popular $5.00 dollar footlongs. Even here at Disneyland we could order a salad at the Plaza or pizza port and those things are big enough to share. and it up spending the same or less than mcdonalds. Is it just me or does fast food sometimes end up costing more than a good sit down dinner?
Originally Posted By bean "34 NEW! Mr X Sun 3/8/2009 3:07a If I was really DYING to drink a cola, I'd pay it (I can't tell you the extent I've been willing to shell out for compact discs, 420 accessories, Apple computer products, bar tabs, and elaborate vacation packages over the years...because those are things I WANT, I really CARE about, and I'm willing to pay whatever I have to). But everyone has their limits and for me it's overpriced softdrinks and to an extent, overpriced burgers as well (and even more in general, grossly overpriced, low quality foodstuffs)...I will NOT pay the typical $3-5 for a large fast food burger (burger ONLY, no meal) at McDonald's or Wendy's these days. I buy something smaller on the dollar menu or skip it entirely because I feel the cost/value ratio is completely screwed up nowadays, BUT I will happily shell out $12-15 for a burger at a decent bar and grill because I don't feel as though I'm getting ripped off as much...just my crazy take on things." I am the same way. I do not mind paying for a decent meal whether it be a hamburger or lobster tail in a nice bar or restuarant but i think twice about it at a fast food joint
Originally Posted By fkurucz <<We ended up going and i order a ten piece chicken nugget>> That was your mistake. Those suckers are perhaps the worst value at McDonald. Probably because kids love them.
Originally Posted By MPierce >> and the answer......... 50/50- Its still there but being remodeled into a new sleek design (without characters)... Ill post a few pics later.. Sadly I think it worked better how it was than how it will be but thats just me, it may have been tacky but it said "theme park" more than the new design which says "looks the same as the one in my Mart parking lot.." << Your the best -em. I can't understand why they would just turn it into a plain Jane McDonalds either.
Originally Posted By trekkeruss <<Its still there but being remodeled>> I had a hunch that would be the case. I wouldn't be surprised to learn they need to make the dining areas bigger.
Originally Posted By -em <a href="http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t71/DL_EM/2-091022.jpg" target="_blank">http://i157.photobucket.com/al...1022.jpg</a> <a href="http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t71/DL_EM/2-091021.jpg" target="_blank">http://i157.photobucket.com/al...1021.jpg</a> <a href="http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t71/DL_EM/2-091020.jpg" target="_blank">http://i157.photobucket.com/al...1020.jpg</a>
Originally Posted By TMICHAEL From the 1021.jpg, it looks like it's getting a sports theme. Kind of interesting being as it's closest to the All Star Sports.
Originally Posted By Mr X Where are you getting sports theme from that picture? I didn't notice anything remarkable...
Originally Posted By dshyates There is a snowboarder and surfer in the front windows, and it looks like a jogger on the side.
Originally Posted By kennect They completely leveled and rebuilt the closet McDonald's to me last year...Huge improvement over what it was...Also, a huge improvement on how it is run...The place is actually semi-decent compared to what it was...Apparently they are forcing all of their franchiser's to remodel and I guess this is leading by example...
Originally Posted By dshyates I predict it will be about another decade before the McDs here in WV are brought up to 1990 standards.
