Originally Posted By dagobert >>>Given that IOA's attendance is lower than any of Disney's American parks (and USH and USF are even farther down the list) I'm really not especially concerned with Universal's rise I was more questioning why Universal gets credit for creating the beverage, when it was popularized by the books and movies; had Disney gotten the HP theme park rights, I'm sure their Butterbeer would have been immensely popular instead<<< I also don't get all the Universal hype and praise. Currently it seems to be popular to hype and praise Universal and critisize Disney wheneve it is possible. It doesn't matter if you read the MiceChat, WDWMagic or even the LP board. It's always the same. Disney does everything wrong and Universal everything right. We have been to Universal Florida in January and we were disappointed. Harry Potter World looks great and the Fobidden Journey is one of the best attractions I have ever done, but the other new ride "Escape from Gringotts" wasn't that good at all. The Transformer ride also gets a huge hype across the forums, but at least for us it was another disappointment. The 3D wasn't as clear as expected and the Transformers franchise is just not my taste. Maybe our expectations were so high due to all the comments on the fanboards. Even the olde Spider-Man ride was a lot better. Honestly only Harry Potter makes it worth to visit Universal. Spider-Man, the Hulk coaster (although not themed at all) and The Mummy were also great, but I wouldn't go to Universal again because of these rides.
Originally Posted By tashajilek ^^^ I agree. The best part of my Uni Orlando visit was trying the butter beer and winning a giant stuffed flamingo.
Originally Posted By tashajilek I am also dissapointed with the same menu at Smoke jumpers. When I hear "smoke" in a name I expect some types of bbq food. You would think at least a pulled pork sandwich. However, if they tried it, it would probably taste as bad as their burgers.
Originally Posted By Dr Hans Reinhardt "I was more questioning why Universal gets credit for creating the beverage, when it was popularized by the books and movies; had Disney gotten the HP theme park rights, I'm sure their Butterbeer would have been immensely popular instead." Exactly, which is why I called out the OP for trolling. "When I hear "smoke" in a name I expect some types of bbq food. You would think at least a pulled pork sandwich." It would make sense, wouldn't it? Maybe they'll upgrade the menu at some point in the future. The menu's in the parks always seem to be changing.
Originally Posted By monorailblue It is possible to come up with something other than burger, burger, burger, chix burger, veg burger. For example: <a target="blank" rel="nofollow" href="http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2015/03/new-menu-to-debut-at-studio-catering-company-at-disneys-hollywood-studios/">http://disneyparks.disney.go.c...studios/</a>
Originally Posted By familyguy Maybe in a "woodsy" area like that, with a "river" close by, they would be catching fresh fish! How might it be to have some delicious fish entrees? Maybe fish and chips at least?? What about some stuff you might expect to eat at a local diner in an area like that. Comfort foods? Salsbury steak? Pot roast? I don't know...something different.
Originally Posted By Yookeroo Shoot, if you're going to stick with the burger menu, at least upgrade the burgers.
Originally Posted By FerretAfros >>How might it be to have some delicious fish entrees?<< When you put it that way, it's kind of frustrating that they don't have a smoked salmon option. It just seems so obvious with the name and location... >>What about some stuff you might expect to eat at a local diner in an area like that.<< I agree that this would be nice, but I think that Flo's already has the cuisine covered (though their take on it isn't exactly my favorite). I suppose there has to be at least one standard burgers-and-fries place in each park, but it's a shame that they consistently make something that simple so lousy
Originally Posted By FerretAfros >>It is possible to come up with something other than burger, burger, burger, chix burger, veg burger. For example:<< Wow that stuff looks really good! And I'm glad that they mentioned some other menu improvements in the Studios too; that park has always had the worst counter service food, even though the table service locations are outstanding. These types of changes are very welcome and long overdue, IMO!
Originally Posted By familyguy >>I think that Flo's already has the cuisine covered (though their take on it isn't exactly my favorite). << Flo's HAD that covered...they ruined their menu by changing it and getting rid of the pork loin, turkey and roast beef dishes they had. I get what you mean..they still have rotisserie chicken and mashed potatoes and such....I'm just bitter cause the pork loin was my fave. :-/
Originally Posted By CuriousConstance The DLR really needs to add more dining choices and vary the offerings. When you compare WDW with DLR, DLR seems pretty sad.
Originally Posted By FerretAfros >>Flo's HAD that covered...they ruined their menu by changing it and getting rid of the pork loin, turkey and roast beef dishes they had.<< They got rid of all that?! That's what set Flo's apart from the rest in my book. What's the point of it now? What did they even replace it with? >>When you compare WDW with DLR, DLR seems pretty sad.<< Heck, compare all of DLR with Epcot alone and it's pretty sad. However, there are very few people who spend a full week dining only at DLR restaurants, while that's quite common in WDW. It's a different market, and I think the food options reflect it in a fairly reasonable way On average though, I would say that DLR's counter service food is better than WDW's counter service food (though the service in WDW is better, since it's not plagued with the slow-paced Californians) and even has places with real dishes and silverware, so I guess it all sort of evens out eventually
Originally Posted By Dr Hans Reinhardt "Maybe in a "woodsy" area like that, with a "river" close by, they would be catching fresh fish! How might it be to have some delicious fish entrees? Maybe fish and chips at least??" I love this idea.
Originally Posted By RoadTrip <<Wow that stuff looks really good! And I'm glad that they mentioned some other menu improvements in the Studios too; that park has always had the worst counter service food, even though the table service locations are outstanding. These types of changes are very welcome and long overdue, IMO!>> I agree. But even before the most recent changes, the Studio Catering Company had seen changes for the better in recent years. It is the only counter service place in the Studios where Ann and I ever consider eating.
Originally Posted By Kusin_It " had Disney gotten the HP theme park rights, I'm sure their Butterbeer would have been immensely popular instead." wow! you really missed the point badly Disney did get a "new" eat spot and all they could muster in a high sierra themed zone is burger and shake. disney had its chance to offer something relevant to the land and somewhat unique but squandered the opportunity for poorly built burger.
Originally Posted By Kusin_It and with the millions it builds why can't disney offer a quality burger? be it in animal kingdoms, magic kingdoms or in the dca their burgers are quite lousy. for counter action best to tap award weiners and get one of those spicy ones, hot link style.
Originally Posted By FerretAfros >>Disney did get a "new" eat spot and all they could muster in a high sierra themed zone is burger and shake.<< Disney repainted an existing restaurant; there were no substantial changes to anything done in this refurbishment. I really wouldn't call anything they did "new" in any meaningful sense. If that's what you were expecting, then I think you missed the point of the refurbishment badly
Originally Posted By FerretAfros >>and with the millions it builds why can't disney offer a quality burger?<< This, on the other hand, is a worthwhile question. They sell millions of burgers each year, so why are they so terrible? Presumably it's because they don't *have to* be good to sell them, but it's still disappointing. Especially with the price increases they've given us in the last ~5 years that are "justified" by "improved menus", the burgers continue to be subpar. If countless fast food restaurants around the country can turn out decent burgers at a reasonable price, why can't Disney do it at their inflated rates? >>for counter action best to tap award weiners and get one of those spicy ones, hot link style.<< I'm partial to the clam chowder bread bowls and the French Market myself
Originally Posted By Dr Hans Reinhardt Because they're so mediocre I haven't had a burger at either park since before DCA opened.
Originally Posted By dagobert Since I don't eat meat, I don't have problems with the burgers at Disney. The Veggie Burgers WDW and DCL offered were pretty good. So here's one happy Disney burger costumer.
