Nicki aka Rebelstand 272 Posted March 13, 2012 Report Share Posted March 13, 2012 Our trip in November will be our third trip to WDW and our second using the dining plan. it is also part of a rally and I am working around that schedule trying to find a restaurant for our last table service meal. Since i know that table service meals are really filling I'm trying not to have them back to back (Breakfast/Lunch, Lunch/Dinner).The Rose & Crown, since it's a favorite and one of the reasons we decided to get the dining plan again, is on our list.We will do the Yak & Yeti for lunch since the AK doesn't have very late hours.We contemplated the Hoop Dee Doo Revue but since most of us don't like the menu we decided to take the kids for a Character Breakfast at the Contemporary for Chef Mickey's.I thought about, upon TCD and DinT recommendation, going to O'hana BUT we are doing the Spirit of Aloha, hopefully, as a rally event (mid week). I am afraid that would be too much polynesian....?Since we are eating dinner in the parks two nights, I really wanted to try something in one of the resorts (giving us the opportunity to explore them more). Any ideas? Just have the one table service credit to plan..... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
doodlebug....Cherie 461 Posted March 13, 2012 Report Share Posted March 13, 2012 How about Cape May Cafe at the Beach Club? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted March 13, 2012 Report Share Posted March 13, 2012 How about Sanaa at AKL? The resort is gorgeous and there's a lot to see - including their own savannah if you're there during daylight.Also at AKL is Boma - a buffet. But check out the menu because it's not your typical buffet. I loved it but DH wasn't a fan. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Nicki aka Rebelstand 272 Posted March 20, 2012 Author Report Share Posted March 20, 2012 Due to recent changes of the Rose & Crown's menu... I now have TWO dining plan credits to use. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted March 20, 2012 Report Share Posted March 20, 2012 If you might want to use the 2 credits together on a signature restaurant, I'd definitely recommend these:California Grill - Contemporary (plan to be there for fireworks!)Narcoosee's - Grand FloridianYachtsman Steakhouse - Yacht ClubFlying Fish - Boardwalk Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Nicki aka Rebelstand 272 Posted March 20, 2012 Author Report Share Posted March 20, 2012 If you might want to use the 2 credits together on a signature restaurant, I'd definitely recommend these:California Grill - Contemporary (plan to be there for fireworks!)Narcoosee's - Grand FloridianYachtsman Steakhouse - Yacht ClubFlying Fish - BoardwalkFlying Fish and Narcoosee's are out since our family is not overly fond of seafood.The Calfornia Grill has some potential but Yachtsman steakhouse has lots, lots and lots of potential.What kind of dress is signature dining?By the way, Disney doesn't really have Character meals for slightly older boys. They need a pirate themed character meal! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted March 20, 2012 Report Share Posted March 20, 2012 We actually ate there twice this past trip and it was fantastic!Some reviews here - http://www.fortfiend...__fromsearch__1Dress is Business Casual - which Disney defines as:• Dress shorts• Dress pants• Jean pants• Collared shirts• Blouses• Sweaters• T-shirtsNOT permitted:• Hats• Swimsuits• Swimsuit cover-up's• Tank tops• Torn clothing• Flip-flops The atmosphere at the restaurant was upscale, but pretty relaxed.Menu below is from AllEars. Menu Date: October 2011 AppetizersAhi Tuna Crudo - Celery mignonette, salt cod aioli, and American Osetra caviar $16.00Caesar Salad - Crisp Romaine Lettuce, Aged Parmesan, and Ciabatta Crouton $9.00Tomato and Mozzarella Quartet - Macerated Baby Heirlooms with Curd, Beefsteak Sashimi, Meyer Lemon Panzanella With Balloon, Tomato Caviar, and 12-Year Aged Balsamic $14.00Escargot - Mangalista pork sausage, Garlic, Herbs, and Gougeres $15.00Pan-Seared Diver Scallops - roasted bell pepper hummus, olive chermoula, panisse, and summer radish $14.00Steakhouse "Wedge" - Organic greens, Lake Meadow hen egg, sunflower seeds, heirloom apples, and sweet cream dressing $11.00Lobster Bisque - Maine Lobster, Herbs de Provence bescuit, and roe Chantilly $11.00Assortment of Artisanal Cheeses - sourdough Baguette and seasonal accoutrements $14.00Charcuterie Board - smoked duck sausage, wild boar terrine, mangalista rok pillette, chicken pate, sopressata, artisinal cheese and accoutrements $15.00 Entrees12-oz "Prime" New York Strip Steak - Carmody potato gratin and peppercorn bandy sauce $42.0024-oz Center Cut Porterhouse - Smoked Paprika Fries, and Roasted Garlic Butter $44.00Braised Beef Ravioli - Cappelletti shaped ravioli, crispy wild mushrooms, summer radishes, and Flagship cheddar fondue $32.00Young French Red Hen - roasted breast, leek fondue, olive-oil-poached leg, wild rice hash, rhubarb preserve, and poultry jus $30.0016-oz Boneless Rib-Eye - sweet potato beignets and Red Wine Butter $43.008-oz Center Cut Filet Mignon - Mashed Potatoes, and Cabernet Wine Sauce $40.00Beef Wellington Deconstructed - trio of wild mushroom duxelles, puff pastry, parsnips, potatoes, carrots, and cabernet wine sauce $47.00Columbian River King Salmon - white asparagus puree, smoked salmon nage, English peas, fava beans, refined Huile d-Olive, and fine herbs $38.00Parmigiano Reggiano-Ricotta Gnudi - Heirloom Tomatos, artichokes, graffiti eggplant, sage, peaches, and summer garlic emulsion $29.00 Side DishesTruffle Mac & Cheese - Orecchiette Pasta and Reypenaer Cheese $9.00Sauteed Mushroom Caps - with garlic, cream and Cabernet Wine Sauce $8.00Pot-Roasted Root Vegetables - summer turnips, round carrots, onions, port and pork roast $9.00Sauteed Green Beans - mixed heribot verts, verjus butter, and garlic crumb topping $9.00Caramelized Onions - with White Balsamic and butter $6.00Creamed Spinach - with Parmesan and Gruyere $8.00 DessertsSignature Banana Napoleon - Custard, White Chocolate and Banana Mousse, and Crispy Phyllo $9.00The Yachtsman Sundae - Trio of Gelato with Amarena Cherries $8.00Macerated Plant City Strawberries - with Basil-infused Strawberry Sorbet and Chocolate Chiffon Gateau $9.00Creme Brulee - Fresh Berries and Rolled Chocolate $8.00Mango Cheesecake - with Raspberry Foam and Artisan Ganache. No added sugar. $8.00Trio of Valrhona Chocolate - Peanut, Espresso, and Salted Caramel $11.00Sorbet Trio - Pineapple-Chili, Blueberry-Cassis, and Strawberry-Basil $7.00 Artisanal Cheese Platterserved with sourdough Baguette and seasonal accoutrements $14.00Humboldt Fog - This is an elegant soft, surface ripened goat milk cheese. The center has a ribbon of edible vegetable ash giving the cheese a subtle tangy flavor. Enjoy this creamy, and mildly acidic cheese. We pair this cheese with red wine-strawberry preserve.Beemster - X0 Produced from pasteurized cow's milk. This twenty-six month aged Gouda-style cheese from Holland has aromas of butterscotch, caramel, and whiskey. Its delicate brittle texture leads to a creamy finish on the pallet. Finished with honey.Robiola - Ancient Northern Italian cheese made from a blend of cow, goat, and sheep's milk. It is a soft, fresh cheese with a mild, sweet flavor. Accompanied by pomegranate-glazed apricots.Gorgonzola Dolce - A firm, moist, buttery consistency with a flavor that is sharp and sweet. Paired with almond-fig brittle. Coffee DrinksStarboard Coffee - A nautical delight of Tia Maria, Drambuie, Grand Marnier, Brandy, and Coffee $8.25Keoke Coffee - A delicious blend of Coffee, Kahlúa, Brandy, and Dark Créme de Cacao $8.25Irish Coffee - A traditional favorite, Jameson Irish Whiskey and Coffee $8.25Jamaican Coffee - Myers's Dark Rum, Tia Maria, and Coffee topped with Whipped Cream $8.25http://allears.net/menu/menu_ys.htm Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Nicki aka Rebelstand 272 Posted March 20, 2012 Author Report Share Posted March 20, 2012 All I have to do is get DH on board... that steak sounds heavenly! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Nicki aka Rebelstand 272 Posted April 30, 2012 Author Report Share Posted April 30, 2012 Dh and I spent an evening going through the option for our final dining credits. We ended up going back to Rose and Crown for one of them because anything that requires 2 TS requires DH to give up his hat. That is not happening... I may have to bury him in a hat. I tried for some resort dining but either one of us wouldn't eat it or the kids menu didn't have the "safe" choices of pizza, hamburgers or chicken strips/nuggets.So I thought why not the Trails End and just have it a floating credit to use when ever-Is the Trails End Dinner Buffet worth the dining credit? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AC in A2......Aaron 693 Posted May 4, 2012 Report Share Posted May 4, 2012 If you don't like the food at HDDR, you will probably not like Trails End. It is much of the same food. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Retired & Tired (Judy) 90 Posted May 4, 2012 Report Share Posted May 4, 2012 I read on one of the Disney Blogs that the HHDD will be closed for most of December....anyone else read this? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Nicki aka Rebelstand 272 Posted May 4, 2012 Author Report Share Posted May 4, 2012 I read on one of the Disney Blogs that the HHDD will be closed for most of December....anyone else read this?Aug to dec 31 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted May 6, 2012 Report Share Posted May 6, 2012 So far no one is citing an actual source yet and there's been nothing official announced.I have a hunch this all stemmed from a few discussion board posts that have now spread as "fact." Still holding out for real info and thinking that it would be really a bad move for Disney to close HDDR smack in the middle of the holidays. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Nicki aka Rebelstand 272 Posted May 6, 2012 Author Report Share Posted May 6, 2012 So far no one is citing an actual source yet and there's been nothing official announced.I have a hunch this all stemmed from a few discussion board posts that have now spread as "fact."Still holding out for real info and thinking that it would be really a bad move for Disney to close HDDR smack in the middle of the holidays.Dining Reservations is spouting it but they are saying to keep checking. Still not sure about that last dining credit.. I've got to make or not make the reservations on Tues Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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