Originally Posted By AutoPost This topic is for Discussion of <a href="http://www.LaughingPlace.com/Latest-ID-80463.asp" target="_blank"><b>Latest: Downtown Disney Kiosk Set For Removal to Accomodate Earl of Sandwich</b></a> <p>The Around Disney blog at the Orange County Register writes the kiosk at Disneyland's Downtown Disney that originally housed magazines for Compass Books and most recently sold cupcakes will be removed to accomodate better guest flow as Earl of Sandwich is scheduled to open later this summer.</p>
Originally Posted By Mickeymouseclub Have they announced a Grand Opening soon? I just saw pics of the Holiday Sandwich on a different site and realized it was scheduled for a summer open???
Originally Posted By FerretAfros From the pictures I've seen of the construction, I would guess that they have at least another 3 weeks before it will be operating. They look like they're finally beginning to wrap up the major construction and move to the finishing details, but they likely still need to train the staff and get everything up and running. When this was first announced, I was suprised that they were aiming for an early summer opening date, since that only allowed about 10 weeks for a conversion from a bookstore to a restaurant. While it's now bordering on a ridiculous changeover timeline, it's much more like what I expected. Construction projects in California are seldom speedy, due to all the extra regulations; it seems that Disney can make the process particularly slow.
Originally Posted By TP2000 I can't be the only one out there baffled by all this discussion and tracking and counting down for.... a sandwich shop. Can I? It's a sandwich shop. Selling sandwiches. I'm sure they're good. But they are... sandwiches. With chips and a Coke. I refuse to believe that a sandwich can be some sort of religious experience worthy of all this fuss. ;-)
Originally Posted By Mickeymouseclub I am probably the person that has discussed this the most. I never ever go to a Subway or any other sub/sandwich chain but I guarantee I go to the Earl in WDW or Las Vegas...they are that good or better. The lines in Downtown Disney at WDW are usually as long as an attraction in the parks.
Originally Posted By Dr Hans Reinhardt "I can't be the only one out there baffled by all this discussion and tracking and counting down for.... a sandwich shop. Can I?" No, you aren't.
Originally Posted By Mickeymouseclub Now you have me wondering...it is a really good sandwich choice and I notice most of their successful locations are in tourist areas or airports. Maybe i am so happy to not have to have a reservation 6 months in advance, reasonable prices for what you get, healthier than a hamburger, and no tipping makes me so loyal!
Originally Posted By believe Their sandwiches are excellent, period. And considering they are in a tourist trap, their prices are good because their prices are on par with non-tourist places.
Originally Posted By Moon Waffle I'm not much for sandwiches but I've eaten at the one in Vegas and it was incredible...and when this one finally opens it will become a regular part of my DLR experience.
Originally Posted By Yookeroo What makes their sandwiches incredible? I understand that they might be superior than, say, Subway (higher quality meats & rolls etc.). But in the end it's still just a sandwich.
Originally Posted By Mickeymouseclub <a href="http://www.earlofsandwichusa.com" target="_blank">http://www.earlofsandwichusa.com</a> Check out the menu and pricing for yourself.
Originally Posted By Mickeymouseclub Be sure to join their e-club for a free b-day month sandwich and other exclusive offers!
Originally Posted By Mickeymouseclub I just remembered the WDW location also has a card that they will punch with every visit/purchase and I think it was a free sandwich after the 10th visit. I already used mine in Vegas. Guess I will start a new one in November at WDW and hoping they are open by the Holidays in DL.
Originally Posted By TP2000 I've gotten in the habit of driving up Harbor a few blocks and going to Umami Burger on Broadway after a Disneyland/DCA visit. Now that's a good burger, with a very solid beer and cocktail menu too! I'm sure the Earl sandwiches are good too. But the constant chatter about it just makes me chuckle. ;-)
Originally Posted By Dr Hans Reinhardt People often talk about how good In-n-Out burgers are and I think they're very mediocre. I would not be surprise if I had the same reaction at the Earl of Sandwich. On another note the single best thing to eat at Downtown Disney is a beignet from Ralph Brennan's Jazz Kitchen.
Originally Posted By RoadTrip I've dined at the Earl of Sandwich at Downtown Disney at WDW. OVER-RATED!!
Originally Posted By Mickeymouseclub I heard Disneyland has pumpkin flavored beignets. I recently read pumpkin is the new bacon. ANd considering the price tag is going to skyrocket on bacon, I seem to be in pumpkin search mode. I will be honest . The only sandwich I have ever tried at the Earl is the Best Bacon with extra bacon, please!
Originally Posted By Moon Waffle "What makes their sandwiches incredible?" Usually, what makes something incredible to me is when it far exceeds my expectations. I went to Earl of Sandwich not knowing anything about the place...other than it had a clever name and happened to be right there in front of me when I was ready for lunch. Now, given the hype around this one coming to the DLR, and the delays, and the repuatation and limited locations they have in operation...the expectations are pretty high. And thus, I expect a lot of people will find it to be "overrated" or "no big deal". You can't hype something up this much in people's minds without it resulting in quite a few disappointed people who feel it did not meet their expectations.
