Moderately Priced Dinner?

[ImagineerDude]

OUTSIDE OF THE PARKS- What are some moderately priced dinners in the resorts that are good? I'm having trouble picking but I'm looking towards Whispering Canyon or a character dinner. This is for tonight so I would LOVE to know what dinners you love before we go. Planet Hollywood was so bad Monday we ordered our drinks and left so then we went to Beaches and Cream and it was a wonderful hidden gem that we didn't even know about and the atmosphere was much better for us. So....(as I end all my posts) Thanks!

PS- our time here in Central Florida has been great thanks to this site and wonderful cast members!

 

[ExtinctJenn]

My personal favorite for dinner outside of the parks is Whispering Canyon. I know they just recently changed the menu to only offer the family style platter but that was all we ever got anyway so it's still at the top of our list.

 

[Vader2112]

I thought Raglan Road was not to pricey at DTD.
Always enjoy it and entertainment in the evening with the Irish Folk Singers (they take requests after there set and even play Metallica.) Plus the Dancers. Makes the restaurant very lively IMO.

 

[Vader2112]

Are you looking to stay on property or venture out?

 

[ImagineerDude]

Are you looking to stay on property or venture out?

Well if you had another restaurant in mind off property (besides Outback- what my family wants) we could try it

 

[powlessfamily4]

I have to agree Raglan Road is the tops!

 

[Vader2112]

Here is a list of some of my area favorites note not all are moderately priced like Charleys'

Benihana's on I-Drive! Kobe is great but Beni is da man! $$-$$$
Charley's Steak House. One of the best in the US! Aged steaks cooked on a wood fire! $$$-$$$$
Fuddruckers I- Drive or Vineland Road Kissimme. Good Burgers $-$$
Elephant Room at the Mall at Milenia. $$-$$$
Christini's FINE Itallian dining. If you want great Itallian this is it forget EPCCOT or Portobello at DTD. $$$$$
Drawbacks: Dress code Business Casual and I beleive no Toddlers or infants. Reason why I ahve not been there aside from a business dinner.
Columbia Restraunt in Celebration This is a Florida tradition and the origianl in Tampa is one of the oldest restaurants in the country. Try the 1905 Salad and for desert the Cafe con Leche and Bread pudding made with Cuban bread..To die for. Don't forget the Mojitos or Sangria! $$-$$$$

 

[Vader2112]

I have to agree Raglan Road is the tops!

Two Words... BREAD PUDDING!!!

 

[ScoutN]

Olivia's at Old Key West. Quick Service at Dixie Landings is a great offering. Dolphin Fountain in the Dolphin (S&D).

 

[ImagineerDude]

Here is a list of some of my area favorites note not all are moderately priced like Charleys'

Benihana's on I-Drive! Kobe is great but Beni is da man! $$-$$$
Charley's Steak House. One of the best in the US! Aged steaks cooked on a wood fire! $$$-$$$$
Fuddruckers I- Drive or Vineland Road Kissimme. Good Burgers $-$$
Elephant Room at the Mall at Milenia. $$-$$$
Christini's FINE Itallian dining. If you want great Itallian this is it forget EPCCOT or Portobello at DTD. $$$$$
Drawbacks: Dress code Business Casual and I beleive no Toddlers or infants. Reason why I ahve not been there aside from a business dinner.
Columbia Restraunt in Celebration This is a Florida tradition and the origianl in Tampa is one of the oldest restaurants in the country. Try the 1905 Salad and for desert the Cafe con Leche and Bread pudding made with Cuban bread..To die for. Don't forget the Mojitos or Sangria! $$-$$$$

No Fuddruckers PLEASE!!!

 

[Dad 2 M & M]

Have you considered Via Napoli? I understand it is IN Epcot, but you can eat there for a reasonable price.

 

[afar28]

Whispering Canyon is excellent. My favorite resteraunt on WDW property. Great atmosphere and great food

 

[ImagineerDude]

Have you considered Via Napoli? I understand it is IN Epcot, but you can eat there for a reasonable price.

I think we are planning this for our next trip if Le Cellier doesn't take too many credits

 

[Dad 2 M & M]

I think we are planning this for our next trip if Le Cellier doesn't take too many credits

Le Cellier will be 2 TS all day in '13

 

[ImagineerDude]

Le Cellier will be 2 TS all day in '13

Yes, and I doubt it will go back to 1 credit in 2014 before our trip

 

[Dad 2 M & M]

Yes, and I doubt it will go back to 1 credit in 2014 before our trip

I doubt it will either!

Have you considered T-Rex? I believe it has the same parent company as Rainforest Cafe.

 

[The Incredible Schmulk]

The Grand Floridian Cafe, Sanaa and Kouzzina are probably my picks for best "bang for your buck" in the resorts. They aren't the cheapest resort restaurants, but they are relatively affordable in comparison to all dining spots in the resorts, and they have the most interesting and well executed menus of all of the casual-level options.

I'd throw in Boatwright's as an honorable mention.

 

[ExtinctJenn]

I'm curious... since this was for a meal last night... where'd you end up going @ImagineerDude?

 

[zurgandfriend]

Many of the deluxe resorts have a good 1 TS restaurant, Whispering Canyon, Kona Cafe, Grand Floridian Cafe, Captain's Grille, The Wave. You can get a moderately priced meal in any one of these restaurants.

 

[tracyandalex]

Even though is seems you already went, I'll chime in with our favorites:
Raglan Road and Captain's Grille