Originally Posted By lesmisfan i really dont care for their food. not as good and flavorfull as casa mexicana was, but i do have to admit, i had their steak burrito at the big meet and it was really really good and i was really really suprised.
Originally Posted By ShivaThDestroyer I remember the first time the DW and I went there. I had ordered a burrito that, when I started to eat it, reminded me of one that had microwaved at gas station convenience store, except that it wasn't as good. I had avoided going back for a couple of years and, when I did, was pleasantly surprised to find that the food had improved drastically. I had no negative experiences with the CM's who work there and have been back a few times. I still miss Casa de Fritos though.
Originally Posted By Moon Waffle I like Rancho's food; it's some of my favorite at Disneyland. I guess I'm the one on the island here, to quote the OP.
Originally Posted By danmcmartin We don't find there is much difference between the old menu and the new. We eat there a lot when we go to DL. The new menu is different and individual tastes may account for some of the negative reactions, but the quality, service and speed seem about the same. Some of the negativity could also be attrubuted to the resistance to change many DL fans seem to have, but thats just my opinion As far as the CMs, I don't notice that the RDZ CMs are any more or less grumpy than the other food service CM's at DL. They are all grumpy, its a crappy job. Then again we usually go during the summer and get exposed to a lot of summer hires who don't seem to buy into the whole DL experience and are overwhelmed by the summer crowds.
Originally Posted By iGirl My husband and I ate there last December (2006). We had the burritos. While I found mine absolutely delicious, my husband found his a bit too spicy...he's very sensitive to spicy foods. Don't get me wrong, the food is not overly spicy. In fact, I put hot sauce on my burrito, which made it taste even better to me! The burrito was way too big to finish. They serve up very generous portions in my humble opinion. One thing that I did want to mention was the kindness extended to us by the CM cashier. She looked at us and said, "Oh, I see you're Annual Passholders." I looked at her and indicated that I wish we were, but, in fact, we're not. She winked at me and wished us a very happy day. After we thanked her and wished her a great day as well, we looked at the receipt and noticed that we were given a discount. It's not the money we saved that touched me...it was her generosity of spirit that touched me so deeply. I'm sure she's not supposed to do that, but I will always remember her and the kindness she showered upon my husband and I that December day.
Originally Posted By monorailblue <<It's not the money we saved that touched me...it was her generosity of spirit that touched me so deeply. I'm sure she's not supposed to do that>> You can say that again. She gave you something which was not hers to give nor yours to receive. Hmmm, sounds like conversion (a tort) and theft (a crime). I don't find that "touching" at all. There is no true generosity in "giving away" that which is not yours to give.
Originally Posted By p-n-p06 Food was better before the changes were made. We miss the BBQ from the old days. The CMs at the NOS eateries tend to be a bit cheerier than in Frontierland, IMO. The restaurants in Downtown Disney are OVERPRICED, period. Not impressed at all--food or service. Favorite meal at Disney is breakfast at Carnation Cafe--price and serving sizes are fair and the food is good. I am not a coffee drinker except on vacation, only for breakfast and only at Disneyland so that says something about their coffee. ;-)
Originally Posted By DismayingObservation Frankly, I like the food. Very much so, in fact. They'll hook you up with an entire charbroiled chicken for only slightly more money. It isn't on the menu, but if you order the chicken, the server will ask if you'd like the extra. I have to respectfully disagree that a crime was committed by extending an AP discount, though. At worst, she violated policy...but on the other hand, there might be some leeway allowed. Any park employees wish to weigh in regarding the rules?
Originally Posted By berol It's a crime unless it had some sort of ok, tho I don't particularly care.
Originally Posted By ophellia I was an AP for 6 years before hiring in to Rancho for 11 months...it was sad to work there...the Health Dept came in many times, one night they shut down the dishwashers saying they were not at a high enough temp...15 minutes later the Manager told us to re-start them and use them anyway...same with the grill one night, shut down due to temp issues, and re-started after the Health dept left...the Managers knew all was mediocore and they were okay with that...I eat at RFC in DTD, or Catal
Originally Posted By tynkrbell1977 I havent actually eaten there since they have changed but my sister and her friend ate there just a few weeks ago and they got so sick they had to go back to the room for the rest of the evening. I am glad that me and our other friend decided to eat somewhere else. LOL I do like The Plaza Inn and River Belle Terrace. Also The Hungry Bear is good too if you can catch it when it is open!
Originally Posted By danyoung >Taco Salad anyone? I find the Taco Salad at Rancho to be really good...< I've always enjoyed the taco salads there, but I thought they had discontinued that item. Am I wrong?
Originally Posted By kev in vegas I went there Thursday night with two friends who had never been. We all enjoyed it. I mean it wasn't like some of the Mexican food here in Vegas (Reburto's anyone?)but it was good. It beats the nasty pizza in tomorrowland. I also like the real plates and silverware. I have a nasty habit of breaking plastic utensils.
Originally Posted By monorailblue <<I have to respectfully disagree that a crime was committed by extending an AP discount, though.>> Thank you for sharing, but I'll stand by my juris doctor degree on this one.
Originally Posted By DismayingObservation Seriously, I really do concede to your professional opinion. Mine was based solely on "gut." I didn't want to inadvertently start a flame war. Heck, a good friend of mine was once the deputy DA for the State of Maryland. Dude's helped me with the occasional tax issue and done it pro bono, yet. Thanks for the clarification.
Originally Posted By monorailblue No war going on. Besides, I'll be the first to admit that no DA would ever bring charges for something so manifestly petty. But I think the bigger issue is worth consideration: in my view, there is nothing generous about abusing your power and giving away that which belongs to another in another's favor. It isn't yours to give! I understand the feelings involved on both sides, but I reject the idea that feelings determine what is right and what is wrong. I also profusely admit that I struggle all the day long with right/wrong decisions. I just think this is a clear-cut issue--wrong to "gift" a discount. That's one poster's opinion.
