Resort Dining

[MICKEYMOO42]

Hey guys,

If you were having dinner at any resort which would you highly recommend?

Is the restaurant at Animal kingdom lodge any good? That's the one I was looking at because I love animals (especially giraffes!)
Thanks

 

[Jon81uk]

Boma at the Animal Kingdom is a great buffet (best buffet on property I think), arrive early and go out on the animal viewing areas first.

Alternativly Jiko seems to have great reviews, but its a signature and I haven't tried it yet.

 

[yohoyohobloggerslifeforme]

Yachtsmen Steakhouse : ) The truffle Mac n cheese is out of this world!

 

[Tuvalu]

Hey guys,

If you were having dinner at any resort which would you highly recommend?

Is the restaurant at Animal kingdom lodge any good? That's the one I was looking at because I love animals (especially giraffes!)
Thanks

While Boma is very good, you cannot see animals from there. Head over to Sanaa at Kidani Village (adjacent to AKL) if you want to dine with safari views.

 

[WedwayPM]

Giraffes don't taste very good.

 

[lostpro9het]

The Swan: Il Mulino
Yacht Club: Yachtsman Steakhouse
AKL Kidani: Sanaa is real good with a wonderful view, I cant speak to Jiko at Jambo because we wont be trying that until September.
Contemporary: The Wave
Grand Floridian: Citricos

 

[riverscu0m0]

Flying Fish Cafe at the Boardwalk is good, as is Yachtsmen Steakhouse! I would recommend YS to anyone!

 

[belledream]

We loved the selection at Boma, and yes, it would've have been really cool to dine with a great view of the animals, but the food was delicious and we opted to check out the animals after dinner. Best of both worlds!

Also as an FYI, if you're trying to eat at Sanaa for dinner, it may get too dark outside to view the animals as there is no exterior lighting. Something to consider.

 

[Bugz]

I'll say Shutters at Port Royale again!!

 

[corxxgold]

I like Boatwrights at Riverside

 

[DizneyPryncess]

Kona Cafe at the Polynesian is a favorite of mine, particularly the breakfast which I think is one of the best on property. I also have had some wonderful experiences at the California Grill at the Contemporary and would highly recommend it!

 

[DisneyDebNJ]

Hey guys,

If you were having dinner at any resort which would you highly recommend?

Is the restaurant at Animal kingdom lodge any good? That's the one I was looking at because I love animals (especially giraffes!)
Thanks

Boma at AK is very enjoyable, if you're looking for a buffet... Jiko another fan favorite, as well as Sanaa (which I have not tried) We do love alot of resort restaurants; Kona Cafe, at the Polynesian, Grand Floridian Cafe at the Grand Floridian... depends on where you expect to be park wise for the day. Lots to choose from

 

[sxeensweet]

At AKL/Kidani.

Boma for breakfast (my DH and I think this is the best breakfast buffet at WDW)

Jiko (really good signature also one of our faves)

Sanaa @ Kidani (DVC part of AKL) you get great food esp the bread service and a wonderful view of the Savannah and all the animals if you dine during the day.

At all other Resorts some of our faves:

Kona Cafe (breakfast) @ Polynesian
'Ohana (breakfast and dinner) @Polynesian
Turf Club @ Saratoga Springs (hidden gem and always easy to get last minute reservations we really enjoy dining there)
California Grill @ Contemporary
Beaches and Cream @ The Beach Club (delicious sundaes and good burgers etc)
Yachtsman @ The Yacht Club
Artist Point @ Wilderness Lodge
Whispering Canyon Cafe @ wilderness Lodge (great breakfast and dinner option)
Hoop Dee Doo @ Ft . Wilderness

 

[MICKEYMOO42]

Sweet thanks guys!

 

[ryguy]

Grand Floridian Cafe is a stealthy spot, good food and you usually can get a reservation.

 

[popcenturylover]

California Grill-to dine & watch fireworks
'Ohana- dinner
Kona-breakfast- Tonga Toast!!!
Boma- dinner

I know that the reviews of this place can be just so-so but, our family really enjoyed the food at 1900 Park Fare on our trip last month. Chef Mickey's has also gotten ALOT better since we last ate there in 12'.

 

[HouCuseChickie]

If you're looking at AKL TS...we like Sanaa over a Kidani (the one with the animal viewing) over Boma. You also have the signature option of Jiko.

Outside of that, for resort breakfasts...we like Kona and 1900 PF. For other resort dinners, we like Yachtsman, Flying Fish and Ohana for the food, and Cali Grill and Narcoosee's for the atmosphere.

 

[MICKEYMOO42]

Thanks for all the feedback guys!
sorry it took so long to reply, my keyboard was broken and just got fixed!
were finalizing everything this friday! so excited!
we'll most definitely check those places out!
Thanks agian

 

[Scott10]

Cape May Cafe for the all you can eat crab legs!!!

 

[imahistorygeek]

The Swan: Il Mulino
Yacht Club: Yachtsman Steakhouse
AKL Kidani: Sanaa is real good with a wonderful view, I cant speak to Jiko at Jambo because we wont be trying that until September.
Contemporary: The Wave
Grand Floridian: Citricos

Sanaa's bread service is amazing! You could make a meal out of it and an appetizer and call it a day.