Originally Posted By RoadTrip I have no real problem with character meals (outside of thinking they are ridiculous). But a restaurant SHOULD NOT be totally removed from general use to hold the meals. I have no problem with the Breakfast at Cindy's. In fact if they wanted to add a Character Lunch at Cindy's that would be fine too. But leave at least ONE meal where adults can enjoy the restaurant.
Originally Posted By Witches of Morva ORDDU: Oh I S-O-O-O-O want a character dining experience with all the Disney hunks!!! Especially Tarzan!!! I'll even be willing to provide the whipped cream myself!!! ORGOCH: What 'bout providin' yer own bale bond after gittin' yerself arrested 'n thrown inta the pound with the rest a the dogs?!
Originally Posted By demderedoseguys "These Character Meals are the reason why I have not placed foot on places such as King Stephan's Banquet Hall or Crystal Palace in years!! Two of my favorite eateries in the MK..." My wife and I feel the same way. Let me eat and leave me alone!!!!
Originally Posted By Witches of Morva ORWEN: But surely you don't begrudge those of us who DO like dining with characters our own chance to do so? And what better place than inside a particular character's very own home? I mean--except for the overly high prices--the rest of the experience is pretty good! Long live the characters and the happiness they bring to our meals!!
Originally Posted By LuvDatDisney "I have no real problem with character meals (outside of thinking they are ridiculous). But a restaurant SHOULD NOT be totally removed from general use to hold the meals. I have no problem with the Breakfast at Cindy's. In fact if they wanted to add a Character Lunch at Cindy's that would be fine too. But leave at least ONE meal where adults can enjoy the restaurant." Yeah Roadtrip!!!!!!!!!! The only problem with this is it doesn't suit Team Disney's corporate agenda, which is making parents feel they must take their little princesses (and princes) for as many of these meals as possible or be labeled as bad parents. What did they ever do before character dining? And the outrageous prices -- I can get a fine steak at Shula's or Yachtsman -- for less than a mediocre pre-cooked, mass produced meal with a picture and or worthless litho ... all I can say is those folks are crazy.
Originally Posted By BlazesOfFire They may change it back to the way it was, as Disney has done with many things. BUT I think they should get rid of the Princess breakfast at Norway and make it a "Norwegian Hottie" restaurant again
Originally Posted By vbdad55 I too agree, character meals are fine, we still even attend a few here and there, but no restaurant whould be closed off from those who donot wantthem It's why I love Liberty Tree lunch so much -- I can eat in peace in a great atmosphere. I got tired of the dinner there- too much hassle to enjoy the meal.
Originally Posted By LuvDatDisney ^^Beware VBDAD55,no meal is safe from the character onslaught. Disney has never heard of overdoing something ... which is why you can still buy those LE Halloween, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving ... pins.
Originally Posted By goofy47 Trivia Question WDW... Name the restaurant, also where & when... Remember when... Teriyaki Chicken Sandwiches... Presented by; Kikkoman
Originally Posted By Liberty Belle >>Disney's corporate agenda, which is making parents feel they must take their little princesses (and princes) for as many of these meals as possible or be labeled as bad parents<< I have no kids, and I go to the character meals because I enjoy them ... not because I feel like I "should". I understand the frustration of people who don't enjoy character meals, but I love them - you get a much better chance to interact with the characters. And let's face it - I love eating! LOL.
Originally Posted By Fe Maiden <<Trivia Question WDW... Name the restaurant, also where & when... Remember when... Teriyaki Chicken Sandwiches... Presented by; Kikkoman>> I'll say the Adventureland Veranda, from 71-90.
Originally Posted By jmuboy Adventureland Veranda, 1986, I was 10, first Disney World meal ever. I still remember being so overwhelmed with excitement to be at Disney. I still get that feeling from time to time.
Originally Posted By Lewis Goofy Cinderella's Royal Table is by far the most Magical Dining Experience in the World (WDW). I had always thought their lunches and dinners were great, but not until I tasted the breakfast was I blown away by pure Disney Magic! My niece just turned four and had to go dine with Cinderella. The food, ambiance, and characters were just unbelievable. I was nearly moved to tears as I gazed out those gorgeous windows into Fantasyland, and Cinderella comes along to say hello! It is a MUST DO that is worth every penny!!
Originally Posted By Labuda To each his own, Lewis. I'mg lad you have such a blast there, but I've done breakfast with Cindy & the girls once - no need to return. For me, most magical dining is California Grill during fireworks with a window sseat, or Victoria & ALbert's.
Originally Posted By LadyandtheTramp The Liberty Tree does it right - no characters at lunch, a character meal at dinner. Whichever you want, you have the opportunity to eat in the restaurant. The way Cindy's used to be - when we would go there. Nowadays, there's no way we'll be eating there. And the Princess tea at GF - well, it is a bit pricey, but it's out of the way and doesn't impinge upon anyone else's use of any of the restaurants, so I can accept it. The only complaint - everything is geared to little GIRLS, and those of us with boys (either directly or through an intermediate) are completely left out!
Originally Posted By FenwayGirl I totally agree LadyandtheTramp. I have heard that they are in the process of setting up a Toy Story themed character meal for our little boys.
Originally Posted By DVC_dad I JUST BOOKED THE CASTLE FOR MARCH 8 !!! I was taken aback by the new PRE-PAY thing though. But my little girl (only girl out of five kids 7 years old) is MAKING me take the family there. Yes you can see who is in control at my house!!! Not me. Oh well, guess its idiots like me that make it ok for Disney to keep messing with the dinner deals. Pretty soon you are going to have to get prioroity seating and pre pay over in Fronteer Land just to sit on the side of the walkway and eat a turkey leg! Well I guess that'd be ok too if someone comes around, places a coon skin cap on me and takes an included sepia tone photo of me and my kids stuffing our fat sweaty faces.
Originally Posted By TDLFAN >>I JUST BOOKED THE CASTLE FOR MARCH 8 !!! I was taken aback by the new PRE-PAY thing though. But my little girl (only girl out of five kids 7 years old) is MAKING me take the family there.<< Say no more. Kids are dictating their parents what to do. Disney sure is in touch with their customer base.
