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50's Prime Time or Sci-Fi
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pacochran
Active Member
My suggestion would be 50's prime time. I think the atmosphere is great, the waitresses and waiters generally are real funny, some really get into their roll and I think the food is really good (the couple times I've been there i've had the pot roast and it was great).
Sci Fi has neat atmosphere too, you can eat in the cars, but I think of it more as a burger joint. We've eaten their once and haven't had the urge to go back, where as we have with 50's.
Sci Fi has neat atmosphere too, you can eat in the cars, but I think of it more as a burger joint. We've eaten their once and haven't had the urge to go back, where as we have with 50's.
tiggerzgirl83
Member
Thats a hard one...They are both great in there own little ways. I would choose Sci-fi though. Its just really neat in there. I never been anywhere like it. But I love them both! I guess check out the reviews section of the home page on this website and go to the eatery part and click on both places. Which ever you choose, Im sure you will enjoy!
santa's surpriz
New Member
Sci-Fi! It is one of my favorites. Mostly b/c of the atmosphere. It's a nice way to cool down. It is more of burger place. Check out the menus on allears to see what is more to your liking.
It really depends on what you want as they are very different places. If you kind of want to be left alone when you eat then Sci-Fi would be your choice. If you want some or allot of interaction with the cast then 50's prime time will be the place for you. From a food only perspective 50's prime time is considerably better.
charatijennings
Member
We go to the Sci Fi every visit. The 50s Primetime Cafe is okay, but my family would rather sit in the dining cars and watch the movie clips under the stars. We always get burgers and shakes and soak up the a/c.
Pumbas Nakasak
Heading for the great escape.
I have to say that we felt quality has declined so far that we wont be returning to either on our next trip.
hcswingfield
Active Member
Another vote for 50s Prime Time. It's our "must do" restaurant every time we go to WDW.
Shere_Khan
Well-Known Member
Are these restaurants normally hard to get into in October? I am not sure if I want to make reservations because we hate having to be on a schedule like that, but then I don't want to have to wait hours for a table either.
All table service restaurants are somewhat hard to get into now, regardless of the time of year, and ADR's are highly recommended. For extremely popular places like 50's Prime Time, ADR's will be a necessity unless you just happen to get lucky.
samtastic
New Member
I'd definately vote for 50's. I prefer the better food, and I like the homey feel. If I wanted to eat while watching tv, I can do that at home. But if Sci-fi is your preference, I'd say if your party is 3+, it's not such a good idea unless you like starig at the back of their heads.
carebearsrgr8
New Member
If you dont mind social interatction I would def recommend the 50's. Its an experience you will never forget!:king:
captainkidd
Well-Known Member
The food at neither is anything to write home about. That being said, it's all about the atmosphere for me. I prefer Sci Fi, but it's close.
In December, we're doing 50's for lunch and Sci Fi for dinner.
In December, we're doing 50's for lunch and Sci Fi for dinner.
mickeymousefan
Member
Love the 50's. the atmosphere is great. Love the old shows playing on the tvs, the interaction of the waitors/waitresses with diners.
What are the ages of your group?
When my kids were 7 and 5, Sci-Fi was terrific, sitting in cars and watching the movie. Now that they both drive, we didn't want to sit not facing each other so we choose Prime Time....we loved the Fried Chicken and Brownie Sundae, one of our best meals. My kids, who are now, 17 and 16, couldn't believe that they actually had to set the table and keep their elbows off the table. We loved Prime Time! But, I think younger families would love Sci-Fi!
Either choice is great!
Andrea
When my kids were 7 and 5, Sci-Fi was terrific, sitting in cars and watching the movie. Now that they both drive, we didn't want to sit not facing each other so we choose Prime Time....we loved the Fried Chicken and Brownie Sundae, one of our best meals. My kids, who are now, 17 and 16, couldn't believe that they actually had to set the table and keep their elbows off the table. We loved Prime Time! But, I think younger families would love Sci-Fi!
Either choice is great!
Andrea
DABIGCHEEZ
Well-Known Member
Having been to the Sci-fi for the first time last week and to 50s on the last 2 vacations, I'd vote for 50's. After Sci-Fi, my wife and I both said it was weird not facing each other during the meal(we had front and middle rows) and also "sharing" the car with a couple in the back was also kinda wierd.We knew we had booked the car but after sitting down it just seemed a bit odd. They do have tables that face each other too, but we had booked the car. The menu at Sci-Fi seemed more geared to a lunch then dinner. At 50's we definately had a better time, more room at the table and a much better menu for dinner choices. Plus if your server is playing the role at 50's it is much more fun and enjoyable for all. :kiss: