If you are in the mood for steak at Disney, Steakhouse 71 at the Contemporary is a good option!…read more I thought prices were reasonable for a steakhouse and I especially liked the sauce flight that you can get with steak. Service was only okay during my visit - not as friendly as usual Disney restaurants.

For some reason, my review for The Wave (this space's previous occupant) is listed on this page…read more Meaning, a new Yelp page for Steakhouse 71 was never created, the name of this business was simply updated. Odd, but I digress. I decided to dine at Steakhouse 71 for breakfast the morning I was going home. This worked out for several reasons as I had never been here before, it was in my hotel, and I didn't purchase park tickets for this day so I needed to grab food elsewhere. Steakhouse 71 is located on the first floor of the Contemporary - just off the check in desks. The restaurant is large - all of the tables are housed in a large room that's decorated mostly in a blue color scheme. I didn't love the aesthetics - they didn't give steakhouse, and the acoustics were loud which gave me the feel I was in a large food hall or cafeteria. The menu contained various breakfast items - nothing too noteworthy except for their pancakes which my server explained are seasonal. I decided on something with protein, so I went with their omelette. This included cheddar, ham, spinach, and peppers along with sides of potatoes and a biscuit. The dish was pretty good - the omelette had good integrity to hold all the ingredients, and the sides were solid. My server explained I could get the seasonal pancakes as an additional side - and since they were pumpkin spice I decided to be festive and get them. These were good, but very over the top - covered in candied nuts and cream cheese icing. Good as a side, but I can't imagine having them as my main. Service was good - everyone was friendly and attentive as I expected from Disney, and my meal came out promptly. Overall, Steakhouse 71 is fine. I'm curious what their dinner offerings are, but I'm not running back.

Been to California Grill twice now, and both times i've sat at the bar and had a wonderful…read moreexperience! The food is amazing, and the drinks absolutely match the level. Of course, the BEST part, as everyone mentions, is watching the fireworks! Such a beautiful experience and atmosphere. One thing to keep in mind: they've gotten much stricter when entering the hotel. Security now asks to see confirmation of your reservation before allowing you in. Definitely a spot I'll keep on returning to again!

Is there a "Florida Grill" in California's Disney Land?…read more This was our special dinner celebrating my sister in law's birthday. We live within 3 miles of each other in California, but decided to fly 2800 miles to Orlando to celebrate! We were staying and visiting Universal, but dinner here to catch the fireworks show, which did not disappoint. We had the prix fixe menu and my biggest disappointment is that the potatoes with my mussels starter were raw. Couldn't poke them with my fork and could barely cut them with my knife. They were super apologetic and did want to make things right. I had the seasonal fish (halibut) and while it was an excellent and fresh cut of fish, it was a little too bland. Overall the meal was mediocre. The service was attentive and efficient and the fireworks show was lovely. The ambiance was high energy (lots of special occasion diners but also a lot of "just rolled up out of the park in our crocs and shorts" diners as well). It was a bit too bright inside to be "fancy", but they did dim the lights when the fireworks show started.

From exceptional service to quality dining and a priceless view of Happily Ever After fireworks,…read morethis restaurant has quickly captured our hearts! Huge shoutout to Mario-both times he has gone out of his way to make our night so magical. He showed us where to watch the Electric Water Parade while we waited on a table and he let us sit and watch the fireworks with a perfect view. I'm still smiling 4 hours later. And as we observed, it wasn't just us. He stopped by so many tables to check on the guests. He's part of the reason why we love it here. They go above and beyond to ensure you have the perfect evening. Now on to the food! Brisket and Ricotta Tortelloni Parsnip, Brown Butter, Sultana Raisins The description may have you looking slightly confused, like how does raisins go with brown butter and what is the brisket doing in there.....but trust the process. It works beautifully! The tortelloni tasted like homemade pasta. Perfectly al dente. The brisket and ricotta were savory and paired nicely with the parsnip and subtle sweetness from the raisins. The brown butter brought it all together. It wasn't overly sweet or rich, it was just right, and the perfect size for an appetizer. Lobster Bisque Butter-poached Lobster, Vanilla, Coral Poured table-side, it's a beautiful dish. It's creamy and luscious. There is a decent portion of lobster meat with the slightest hint of vanilla. The consistency is silky. Not too thick or thin. Take the sourdough bread and leave nothing behind. Surf & Turf Filet Mignon, Butter-poached Lobster Tail, Chive Mashed Potatoes, Confit Carrot and Cipollini Onion, Red Onion Jam, Au Poivre Filet was perfectly seared, seasoned, tender, and cooked to my preference. The butter poached lobster is tender. Not overcooked or chewy. The chive mashed potatoes are creamy and cut the richness of the filet, while the Cipollini onion and red onion jam balance with a slight sweetness. And those confit carrots are so good. I could eat a bowl of them. Chefs kiss. Perfect from the first to last bite. Almond-crusted Cheesecake Lambert Cherry Sauce, Chantilly This is what they're known for and it's a pretty dish. The cheesecake is creamy and dense. The cherries were my favorite as they added some pop and tartness to the cheesecake. I wasn't a huge fan of the almonds, but that's more of a texture thing and a "me" problem. I'd prefer a graham cracker crust. Overall it was a good dessert. We will never go to Disney and not make this a top priority for dining. My husband and I always leave with bellies full of high quality food, smiles on our faces, and happy hearts.

Narcoossee's -- 4/5…read more This is a very, very hard reservation to get, but it's worth trying! The food is really good -- we especially loved the scallops and gnocchi. The best part is definitely the location because it's such a great spot to watch the fireworks.

I have been SO excited to try The Whiskey ever since I saw its amazing reviews here on Yelp, and…read morelet's just say i was definitely NOT let down!!! It was the perfect atmosphere for a quick stop on a Wednesday. We came at about 2:00pm and were greeted by the sweetest bar staff and asked to take a seat wherever we'd like! Choosing which burger was the hardest part. Everything sounded AMAZING!!! I ended up trying the Shroom N' Swiss which fulfilled my craving PERFECTLY!!! Such a flavorful burger that I didn't find too over the top. I had a few of my party's truffle fries and they were incredible as well. I will definitely be back here for some burgers and apps whenever I get the craving! So happy I was able to stop by and finally try!

We popped over here for lunch on a Saturday around two in the afternoon. We were very surprised…read morewith how busy it was as it's typically not that busy on Saturday afternoons. We chose seats at the bar and were greeted promptly by Brian and Rowan. Because there were a lot of people and just the two of them, they were running around taking orders from tables as well as servicing the bar so it did take a little bit to get our drink orders in, but we were enjoying looking through the whiskey library anyways. I started off with a Suncreek blonde ale. It is strawberry blonde ale and it's delicious. My husband started with the Yingling. He keeps hoping they will bring the Kentucky bourbon ale back on tap again. For lunch, I got the whiskey dip which is full of chopped beef with cheese and onions. Served with an herb, dipping sauce, and your choice of side. I opted for the sweet potato waffle fries because they are delicious. My husband got a burger with fries cooked perfectly. Once we are done with our food, we did opt for a taster. My husband had to go through several different bottles before he found one they actually had in stock. That is one of the downside is the whiskey library that is online is not always reflective of what they actually have in stock as he was really looking forward to trying the old Fitzgerald birthday, but alas, they did not have it in stock. He ended up going with the jack Daniels 12 year and really enjoyed it. I opted for the widow Jane 14 year very sweet easy to drink. Great service from Bryan and Rowan always enjoy seeing them behind the bar

We had dined in the main California Grill restaurant many times before, but this was our first…read morevisit strictly for the lounge... and now we may never sit anywhere other than the lounge! What a fantastic experience! Our bartender, Christine, was truly a gem and made our evening so special. All 4 cocktails were delicious and the duck flatbread was divine. We also came back around 10PM to enjoy the fireworks from the balcony which is always a delight!

We have dined several times at California Grill but wanted to try the lounge. We went straight to…read morethe check in desk at 5pm and were excited to find out they had available seats at the bar. They assign you your seat and two bartenders work together to take your order - this was the only con as there were probably 12 of us at the bar and only two of them, so when it's your turn to order, be ready otherwise you may be waiting a bit! The best thing about eating at the bar is that you can order a la carte from the prix-fix menu and they also offer a variety of small bites as well. We had the short rib wontons and the spicy kazan roll off the bar menu- both were excellent with great flavors. For drinks the bartender made me the Blackberry sour as a mocktail and it was so delicious and fresh! My husband enjoyed the Sonoma Maple Bourbon Old Fashioned. We really loved this meal and watching the Florida sunset while we ate. You can't beat the views of Magic Kingdom from here and this is one of my favorite spots to watch the fireworks!

To preface this review, I have a severe peanut and tree nut allergy. Upon entering the restaurant…read moreour wait was a bit long, but I imagine that it is easier to clear larger party tables rather than a party of 2. We did have reservations and the wait was not long at all, I'd say about 10 minutes at most. The staff is very polite and courteous, happy to answer any questions that we had. Now onto the dining experience, I was told to speak to my cast member regarding the food allergies that I have. I did so, and I was told that I would be perfectly fine up until the desert. I will address that later in the review, there is a fun story to tell there. The way the menu works is it is a family style serving method. First off, we were given a large bowl of the declaration salad which consists of mixed greens, apples, cranberries, gorgonzola cheese and tossed in a house made dressing. I usually do not care for 'sweet salads' with fruits mixed into them, but the flavor profile was excellent. A perfect mix of sweet, savory and salty. Next came our entree, the patriot's platter. It consisted of white meat turkey, pot roast, and smoked pork loin for the proteins. I would say that my personal favorite was the pot roast, it was very tender and savory, lots of seasoning and an excellent sauce. However, I will say that the turkey was delicious as well, I usually put gravy on white meat turkey, but the meat was extremely juicy and flavorful, I did not feel the need to do so. The pork was excellent as well, it had a glaze that was very clove forward...which isn't a bad thing, but it has that distinct clove taste. If you don't care for cloves, perhaps discuss that glaze with your cast member. As for sides, they were very plentiful. A hearty serving of macaroni and cheese...this was a standard type...not a heavy or sharp flavor...I'd imagine to make it more "family friendly" which is totally fine, but I suppose I am more used to restaurant mac & cheese having a more herby, sharp flavor rather than a flat cheese flavor. In addition, there was a generous portion of skin-on mashed potatoes, those were seasoned and flavored very well. Not too salty or overbearing, just the right amount of spice. Next there was an herbed stuffing which again, just the right amount of flavor and seasoning for my liking. Last was a good sized portion of salted green beans. They tasted very fresh and cooked just enough to retain the 'snap' that green beans often have. Now moving on to the dessert, this is where my waitress said the "standard menu" would not be to my liking because of my allergy. For those with peanut/tree nut allergies like myself, they offered two options. A sorbet, or vanilla ice cream. I chose the vanilla ice cream. Now I was expecting a nice scoop of ice cream...no matter what they serve all their desserts in cast iron skillet themed dishes for the aesthetic and ambiance to keep things immersive. The rest of my party received the standard skillet with the "oooey gooey toffee cake" and I must've been in the kitchen staff's favor because I received the big mamma jamma giant skillet. I received enough ice cream to feed about 4-5 people. I couldn't possibly have finished all that ice cream myself which I did not. Though the thought and care was absolutely wonderful. The ice cream was absolutely delicious and I was quite happy that the staff was able to accommodate with my allergies. It is extremely rare that I am able to eat dessert in a restaurant. Overall, the ambiance of the restaurant mirrors that of a colonial tavern, restaurant, etc. Hardwood walls, beams, lots of black iron adornments and a very colonial aesthetic. I would happily return as it was a unique dining experience in our trip to Disney.

Eating at Liberty Tree Tavern is like sitting down behind the ribboned off museum interiors of…read moreMount Vernon, Sturbridge Village, Williamsburg, you name it. If you're from the northern US it's a bit strange eating this feast in the Florida heat, but lovely all the same. Cranberries, all the gravy, punch, and grownup drinks for tavern toasting. The only thing missing was outdoor privies (good) and tankard mugs (which we would've totally bought as a souvenir, alas). Our huge platter of meats (impossible meatloaf and other veggie based are the alternatives) had us stuffed. Our waiter kindly offered to bring more, but we held out for the very twenty-first century Ooey Gooey Toffee Cake. No need for pumpkin pies after that! If you're one of the lucky few who ever get to go to Disney World, a hearty, almost-Thanksgiving style meal is a great way to end the trip, and slightly more adult than dining in Fantasyland.

Nearly 18 months later, we came back to Wailulu...but this time for a full meal. This advanced…read moredining reservation is popular, but if you check the Disney app frequently within 48 hours of your desired date, you should luck out. Wailulu is a gorgeous restaurant and bar with sweeping views of Bay Lake. Much of the amazing art comes from recycled materials (waste) recovered from the ocean. We planned our dinner reservation so we could watch the Magic Kingdom fireworks. (They pipe in the music, too!). We were fortunate to have a table by the window. In cooler months, there are plenty of spots outside with probably even a greater view. Roberto was our server, and he was fantastic. He gave us excellent recommendations from our drinks through dessert. Ask if you can sit in his section and you won't be disappointed. We started the night with an old fashioned (with banana liqueur) and a mai tai. They were lovely. We then shared the ahi tuna nachos which are not to be missed. I could make that my dinner and be happy! My husband and daughter also loved the chicken wing appetizer. Roberto recommended the kampachi fish in a green curry. (It was the grilled fish of the day.) This dish was fabulous. A true star. And my husband very much enjoyed their Wayfinder burger, hailed to be the best on property. Roberto timed our crème brûlée to arrive at the table right after the fireworks ended. It was quite a magical meal. If you're choosing between Ohana and Wailulu at Disney's Polynesian Resort, definitely choose Wailulu. Always.

While on vacation - wanted to have a nice dinner - in the monorail line and something we had not…read moretried before. We settled in Wailulu - and it did not disappoint! We did not have reservations in advance and tried to get a walk up for three via the Disney app - what was weird was you could not get for three but would let you for 2 or 4 ... so helpful tip to know... play with the numbers! We settled in walk up to the bar and got seated quick outside. Beautiful view as you can see in the pics Ahi tuna nachos .. yummy. We had the hummus as well which was also delicious. For entrees - ahi poke bowl did not disappoint and was very filling! My neephew had the loco moco and my sis a burger - everyone was very happy with the meal, the venue and the view! They even gave me a cupcake for my bday! Will def be back next trip!

Haven't been to this place in 25 years. I had the char-crusted New York Strip Steak and my husband…read morehad the Skillet. It was for me the best meal I had all week! The steak was so flavorful and was cooked just right! I'm not a big eater but I devoured most of it. I just couldn't stop. The potatoes and beans served with the steak were a bonus and I ate most of that too! I'll definitely be back!

Came here to celebrate a friends birthday and to take advantage of the dining discount for annual…read morepass holders. I had never been to this restaurant, but had heard good and funny things about it so I was excited to try it out. We did the all you can eat breakfast buffet and the food was delicious. Server was hysterical, making jokes the entire time! Do not answer your phone or sit at the table to make a call or ask for extra ketchup (or anything extra!!) and you will be in for a funny surprise. Great for kids and adults! Located inside the wilderness lodge at Disney. Ambiance was great and very themed. Definitely will come back here in the future!

Wow, as is the often the best word I can describe from the "double dining points" restaurants are…read moreat Disney. Story Book is probably the best of them all. The Queen is there and she might be the best actor in the entire park, and the course-built meal is wildly satisfying and delightful. The hotel and restaurant have a cool western-style vibe. There is nothing here short of spectacular. This place might compete for a Michelin Star out in the real world (not on the Disney World Campus).

Would you like to enjoy a lovely meal and meet Snow White, the evil queen, and a couple of dwarves?…read moreIf so, this is the restaurant for you! It's located in the beautiful Wilderness Lodge which is one of Disney's deluxe resorts. Reservations are a must, and this will cost you two table service allotments on the dining plan. For a single price there are several shared appetizers and desserts as well as an entree for each guests. An alcoholic beverage is also included on the dining plan. I had the peach cocktail which was plenty strong although light on the peach flavor. The shared appetizers were decent with the mushroom bisque being the best and is served in a cute cauldron. I had the herbed chicken entree which was tasty, flavorful, and juicy. The shared desserts were also good with the warm blueberry tart being the highlight. Service was excellent, and Snow White and the dwarves visited each table. To see the queen you must wait for your "invitation," and she was in character without being too evil. This was a great character dining experience!

My family and I were finally able to check out what all the hype is about, and we were not…read moredisappointed! We are true cookie and dessert fanatics, and always on the lookout for delicious new treats, so of course Gideons came up on our radar. We had tried to get some before but the like was simply ridiculous so we passed. We happened to get lucky and caught the like today, and now I understand. Lol. These cookies are phenomenal! Soft and delicious and packedddd full of stuff. We tried the Key Lime Chocolate chip, regular chocolate chip, and cookie & cream cookies, along with a piece of cake. Everything was deliciousssss. As for value, prices are high. I think the cookies run around $7 a cookie and the slice of cake was around $12. It def adds up quickly. The decor and ambiance was adorable. Like a spooky little workshop. Service was very kind and fun, too. Wound I come again? Yes, if the line was reasonable. These cookies really were unlike any others I've found and are a special treat.

I am rounding down my experience rather than up. They can't print a receipt so I am frankly not…read moresure what either item cost, but the gross amount including tax was $19.17 for one cookie and one slice of cake. They did not include any plasticware or napkins, so I expect they think I was just going to inhale the food like Nintendo's Kirby monster and not need to wipe any chocolate residue off along the way. I would like to meet the complete idjit that designed this process of melty chocolate in Florida's summer heat to understand the complete contempt they had for their customers that waited 10+ minutes in line so much so that they can't include plasticware to eat cake with and a napkin to wipe off the melty chocolate. Must be the same guy that made the DMV how it is. The theming is cool inside, that is the best aspect of this place. The vibes are immaculate. This is a place a proper sickly Victorian-era child ghost could haunt. You just can't say that about many spots in Orlando. The banana bread cookie I was most excited about was doughy, overly salted to an extreme, and had way too many walnuts. The girl at the register warned me it had walnuts and we discussed how walnutty this thang was. They really should call this the walnut cookie. The walnut is basically the whole gat dang cookie, you can't taste banana nor bread. Calling it a banana bread cookie is just misleading. The thai banana cookie from Summer House around the corner in Springs is not all it is cracked up to be either, but that one certainly is not 99% walnut by weight like this one. The cookies and cream Oreo slice was far better, which was mildly concerning that a cookie shoppe traditionally known for their "viral" cookies had failed so bad at cookies it was actually their CAKE that was the thing worth writing home about my experience. It is such a viral spot everyone is coming here for the experience to see a spot that a proper sickly Victorian-era child ghost could haunt. But smart customers get the cake, not the cookies. When you get the cake slice, verify that you have plastic cutlery and napkin before leaving the store, otherwise you are going to need to Kirby-inhale it. I think that is Nintendo, so that is Universal IP not Disney, but you get the picture. Who is the Kirby of Disney? Drax with his cake-toast?