BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted June 21, 2011 Report Share Posted June 21, 2011 From the Disney Food blog...Review: Yak and Yeti Restaurant Jun 19th, 2011by AJ. Learn About:Yak and Yeti RestaurantAnimal KingdomDisney World Restaurants According to the story of the Yak and Yeti, the restaurant is the center of a bustling boutique hotel in the foothills of the Himalayas. Adventure travelers seek out this location for rest and rejuvenation before moving ahead on their path, and the hotel’s owner, Arjun, is delighted to showcase the hodge-podge of antiques and decor he’s collected on his trips through Southeast Asia. So, imagineered with exotic touches from the proprietor’s travels, Yak and Yeti succeeds as a well-themed restaurant in Disney’s Animal Kingdom’s Asia area. The surrounding architecture, decor, room configuration, and even light fixtures transport guests to that relaxing and beautiful hotel restaurant in the middle of exciting Anandupur, India. Yak and Yeti Restaurant click image for larger version Atmosphere You’ll have to build in a bit of time on your visit to Yak and Yeti to just…look. Peek your head into each and every room. Check out the gorgeous artifacts, the decoration, the unique wall-painting, and the stunning…and mismatched…light fixtures. Art Exotic Travels Lighting Dining Area Beautifully themed Asian Artwork Suggested Table Request Here’s a little tip: make a late lunch reservation at Yak and Yeti at around 2:30 or 3:00pm and request a table upstairs by the windows. Table at window When the Jammin’ Jungle Parade comes around the bend a little after 4:00pm, you’ll have the best (and most air conditioned!) view possible!Eats The menu at Yak and Yeti is Pan-Asian, but even picky eaters will find things they like here. Adventurous eaters can sample the Dim Sum Basket for Two or the Malaysian Seafood Curry. Those who prefer more recognizable tastes can stick with the ribs or the burger. Click for larger image While you’re waiting for your table, stop by the full-service bar — quite beautiful — but don’t forget that you’ll have to sip your drink through a paper straw! Plastic straws (as well as plastic drink lids and balloons) are prohibited in Disney’s Animal Kingdom to ensure the animals’ safety. Bar Speaking of drinking, I started my visit with a brand new cocktail! The Shaved Ice Martinis were new on the scene at that time, and I after careful deliberation, I chose the citrus version. It was delicious — very tangy with Citrus Vodka, Midori, Sweet and Sour, and Pineapple Juice. (C’mon, Disney; more of these great drink introductions around the World, please! ) shaved ice martini Presentation We started our meal with a couple of appetizers as well: the Dim Sum Basked for Two and the (ever-beloved by Disney guests) fried green beans with a thai chili dipping sauce. The beans were crispy and delicious (though, sadly, I’ll still take fries any day). Crispy Green Beans The Dim Sum Basket for Two was not only gorgeous, it was actually quite good! It includes Pork Pot Stickers, Shrimp Siu Mai, Cha Su Bao (barbecued pork buns) and Pork Siu Mai steamed on a banana leaf. The dipping sauce is soy lime. I highly recommend the pork buns and the pot stickers! Dim Sum Basked for Two Cross-Section of Cha Siu Bao Cross-Section of Pork Pot Stickers Entrees continued the positive experience. We ordered the ribs with hoisin BBQ sauce, chicken fried rice, and sweet chili slaw; and the crispy honey chicken with broccoli, carrots, and honey sauce. The ribs were fantastic. Very flavorful (though the BBQ sauce didn’t taste all that Asian-inspired), fall-off-the-bone tender — but not mushy. I easily could have polished off the whole rack. Ribs and Chicken Fried Rice The honey chicken was akin to what you can expect from a high-end Chinese chain restaurant (like P.F. Chang’s). The chicken wasn’t overdone or tough, and the sweetness wasn’t too strong. Plus, we got our veggies! Honey Chicken Dessert was what I was really looking forward to, though. There are several that have already made Yak and Yeti famous, and you won’t have to worry about finding any tired creme brulee and lava cake here. The ice cream sundae is massive, but we chose instead the Mango Pie and the Fried Cream Cheese Won Ton skewers with pineapple and vanilla honey drizzle. The Mango Pie was different from anything I’d ever had. A cream pie, it’s light, sweet-tart taste is perfect for a hot Orlando day; and the portion size is generous, so there’s definitely enough for two. Mango Pie The same is true of the portion size on the cream cheese won tons. And what a fantastic and inspired dessert. It’s fun, it’s different, and it’s…enjoyable! The cream cheese has only a hint of sweetness, and the won tons aren’t “greasy” fried at all. The effect of this dessert is a light, sweet dish that won’t leave you weighed down — especially if you share. Cream Cheese Won Tons Cream Cheese Won Ton Cross Section Overall I had been here once before, when it first opened, and was impressed with the food and service. It seems to have continued to be a decent place to dine, though I do hear some negative reviews from time to time. For us, it’s one of the better table-service eateries in Animal Kingdom, and we’ll gladly switch back and forth between Yak and Yeti and Tusker House depending on whether we want full-service or a buffet. Once again, the atmosphere at this place just adds to the intrigue, and the opportunity to get such a great Parade view is a great reason to stop in. http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2011/06/19/review-yak-and-yeti-restaurant/ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DaveInTN 3,247 Posted June 21, 2011 Report Share Posted June 21, 2011 Once again Monique, you've made me hungry. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
campingpixi 11 Posted June 21, 2011 Report Share Posted June 21, 2011 that food sure looks good!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Santa ... Shannon 160 Posted June 21, 2011 Report Share Posted June 21, 2011 We've eaten there for two lunches and a dinner, three of us each time, and really don't think we've had a bad dish between us. Maybe a litte spendy, but pretty comparable to PFChangs. If you're looking for cheap eats at AK, check out Flametree BBQ, that's a must-do in my book. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
campingpixi 11 Posted June 21, 2011 Report Share Posted June 21, 2011 any place with bbq in the name got my vote!! :banana: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ftwildernessguy 778 Posted June 21, 2011 Report Share Posted June 21, 2011 The counter service at Y&Y is pretty good, too. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Roller ... aka Ed 351 Posted June 21, 2011 Report Share Posted June 21, 2011 I add my vote for Yak & Yeti for a good Table Service meal while at Animal Kingdom! No matter what the reviewer says, the Fried Green Beans are GREAT! 10 thumbs up (all 5 of us agreed) for the Fried Wontons and Mango Pie, also. The Dim Sum basket is good, but I think that a quick fry on some of the items would have made it even better. The Ribs are very good. The Duck is excellent - but 1/2 a duck for one person is crazy! The Grilled Steak & Shrimp got mixed reviews - YMMV. They have some Non-Alcoholic Specialty drinks ... I was NOT impressed by the taste, even though they sounded good and looked great.I also give Flame Tree BBQ my vote for Counter Service Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MLM5.. aka Judy 97 Posted June 21, 2011 Report Share Posted June 21, 2011 Oh, that is sooooooooooo going on my must take DaveInAL... he loves him some Asian BBQ, if I cant sell the mouse on him, I'll get him with food and beer! >:D Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mouseketab.....Carol 1,261 Posted June 21, 2011 Report Share Posted June 21, 2011 The problem with drinks at Animal Kingdom is that they have those !@#$ paper straws. They make EVERYTHING taste weird!!!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MLM5.. aka Judy 97 Posted June 21, 2011 Report Share Posted June 21, 2011 The problem with drinks at Animal Kingdom is that they have those !@#$ paper straws. They make EVERYTHING taste weird!!!!Duely noted Carol, he has texture issues :rofl2: I have scheduled an entire day to take him to the food and wine festival. Like I've said, I'll make him a Disney fan one way or another.. and in his case, "another" is lots of beer :parrot: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Roller ... aka Ed 351 Posted June 21, 2011 Report Share Posted June 21, 2011 Another shot of the Mango Pie. It really is worth a try ... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ftwildernessguy 778 Posted June 21, 2011 Report Share Posted June 21, 2011 I hate those wooden spoons that used to come with ice cream cups. Talk about texture issues, and imparting a bad taste on food. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Nicki aka Rebelstand 272 Posted July 30, 2011 Report Share Posted July 30, 2011 We had the table service meal at the Yak & Yeti last June. It is on our revisit list. The Cream Cheese Wontons are in another league. My taste buds still crave them. Both my husband and I enjoyed our meals... yum...yum...Durn... I wants some wontons! :rofl2: BradyBzLyn...Mo 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted July 30, 2011 Author Report Share Posted July 30, 2011 I love anything with cream cheese and we still haven't tried this place. Gotta put it on the list for this fall! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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