Disney Dining Review - Tomorrowland Terrace Fireworks Dessert Party

Restaurant: Tomorrowland Terrace Fireworks Dessert Party
Location: Magic Kingdom
Character Meal? No characters here.
Meals Served: Desserts at Night Before & During Fireworks
Price Range: $21.99 for adults & $11.99 for children
Dining Credits: This meal cannot be paid for using credits.  You must pay out of pocket for it.
Difficulty to Reserve: Very, VERY difficult!
Perks? You have a CHAIR to sit in for the fireworks.. your own table and unlimited desserts, fruit, ice cream, beverages.
Why so special? It's the only place where you're guaranteed a seat to watch the fireworks and you also get to eat some very yummy desserts.  
Personal Experience: We did this experience in May 2011.  We got in line around 7:15 and at 7:45 they started letting people in.  Our table was right up against the railing.  Be forwarned, if you get a table farther back, you can move up to the railing for the fireworks (this can also block your view if you have a table close to the railings).. it's fair game once those fireworks start.  The desserts were fantastic.  Giant chocolate covered strawberries are your best value considering Disney sells these in the candy shops for $4.99 EACH!  I think I ate about 10!  There are many other items to choose from along with fresh fruit, ice cream, rice krispie treats and all of the beverages you can handle!  Ice cold white milk, lemonade, tea & coffee are all available.  There is a Photopass photographer there as well so we got our pictures taken.  The only set back is the view is a little off center BUT you get the added bonus of having Tinkerbell fly right over your head.  We loved it and can't wait to do it again!

Booking this is VERY, VERY difficult like I said.  Most Disney restaurants open up booking at 180 days out.  This one is different.  There is no rhyme or reason to the time that Disney opens up reservations for this event.  It averages to be around a month and a half before they open they next month's reservations so basically you have to check every single day.  I was fortunate enough to get mine immediately when it opened (I'm pretty sure that's why we had such a great table up front).  There are only 50 reservations available for each night!

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And onto the pictures:

Food & Wine Festival + Free Dining = BEST time to visit Disney World!!!

Disney's Food & Wine Festival.  I believe this to be the BEST time to visit Walt Disney World.  If you can time it right with a possible free dining offer from Disney, you can sample some amazing food from all over the world for NO extra cost!  Yes, you read that right, FREE FOOD!!!  Right now, Disney has a promotion out there for free dining.  If you can swing a trip in September, I highly recommend taking advantage of this offer!  You can upgrade to a deluxe dining plan for very little out of pocket and enjoy some great food in the happiest place on Earth!  

Epcot will be having their annual Food & Wine Festival between September 27th-November 11th.  During this time they have the Festival Center open with all sorts of goodies to buy and taste.  Seminars are also available to  attend.  There are world famous chefs that make appearances during this Festival as well.  More than 270 chefs are scheduled to make appearances including Disney chefs and celebrity chefs!  Ever want to meet Robert Irvine or Buddy Valastro?  This is your chance.  Not only do they feature food during this time but also MUSIC!  Yes, the Eat to the Beat concert series goes on during the Festival and it is NOT to be missed.  Some big names appear and the concerts are FREE!  This year Edwin McCain will be joining the list of performers.  Many repeaters will be back like Boyz II Men, Hanson, Air Supply & the Pointer Sisters.  

New this year to the booths will be Scotland inspired by the movie Brave.  Old favorites will return as well... the booths each feature a small sampling (not really that small to be honest) of that country/region.  There are multiple choices of food at each booth and of course, beverages as well.  Some are alcoholic and some are not.  Snack credits can be used to purchase most of the food items on these menus.  How fun would it be to walk around Epcot's World Showcase sampling all of these different foods from different countries and not have to pay a dime!?

I've personally been twice to this Festival and I can't wait to return.  It is a blast!  Of course I won't leave you without some pictures from my past experiences.. enjoy!

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Disney World Dining Review: Sci-Fi Dine In Theater in Hollywood Studios

Restaurant: Sci-Fi Dine In Theater
Location: Hollywood Studios
Character Meal? No characters here.
Meals Served: Lunch & Dinner
Price Range: Adults $ varies depending on what you order
Dining Credits: 1 table service credit per person
Difficulty to Reserve: Easy
Perks? Simple food like burgers, fries, sandwiches in a relatively quiet atmosphere.
Why so special?  This place looks and feels like a real drive in movie theater complete with tables made out of antique cars.  A giant movie screen plays old school sci-fi while you enjoy your food.  It's a dark place and might be scary for some kids.   
Personal Experience: We ate here on our very first trip and really enjoyed the experience.  My husband is a picky eater and was hoping for a grilled cheese.. they were unable to accommodate his request (they only had rye bread and Swiss cheese) so he opted for a kid's cheese pizza which ended up tasting like cardboard.  I had a Rueben sandwich and could not have been more pleased with my selection.  I also had a milkshake.. YUM!  Our kids were seated in the booth in front of us and my son was given a driver's license so he could be up there.  It really is a great themed restaurant.
Lunch/Dinner Menu:
Non-Alcoholic Specialty Drinks
Glowing Character Punch - Minute Maid Light Lemonade Punch served in a souvenir cup with a glowing Disney Character Light $6.49
Milk Shakes - Chocolate, vanilla, strawberry or oreo cookie ice cream $4.99
Flavored Sodas - Coke blended with vanilla or cherry flavors. Unlimited refills $3.19

Appetizers

Buffalo Popcorn Chicken - with Blue Cheese Dressing and Celery Sticks $8.99
Chicken Wings - with Honey-Chipotle Barbecue Sauce, Blue Cheese Dressing, and Celery Sticks $11.49
Fried Dill Pickles - served with spicy Ranch Dipping Sauce $8.49
Traditional Caesar Appetizers - Romaine Lettuce tossed in Caesar Dressing with shredded Parmesan and Home-style croutons $5.99
Spinach and Artichoke Dip - A blend of Monterey Jack, Swiss, and Parmesan, Spinach, and Artichokes served with Corn Tortilla Chips $8.49
Crispy Onion Rings - Horseradish Dipping Sauce $8.49

Entrees

The Famous All American Picnic Burger - Flame-broiled Angus Burger Patty topped with Grilled Hot Dog, Sauerkraut, and Sauteed Onions, crowned with a Pickle Spear served with a choice of Cucumber Salad or French Fries $15.99
Flame-broiled New York Strip Steak - with Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Seasonal Vegetables topped with Blue Cheese Butter and crispy Onion Rings $29.99
Salmon BLT - served on crusty French Roll with Arugula, Vine-ripened Tomatoes, Bacon, and Chili-Chive Aioli $14.99
Salmon BLT - substitute Chicken served on crusty French Roll with Arugula, Vine-ripened Tomatoes, Bacon, and Chili-Chive Aioli $13.99
The Reuben - Corned Beef, Sauerkraut, Swiss, and Thousand Island Dressing on Marble Rye Bread served with Pickle Spear and choice of Cucumber Salad or French Fries $12.49
Smoked Turkey Sandwich - Smoked Turkey, crispy Bacon, Lettuce, and Vine-ripened Tomatoes with Avocado Mayonnaise on Multigrain Bread served with Cucumber Salad $12.99
House-smoked St. Louis-style Pork Ribs - Lightly-brushed with Barbecue Sauce served with Baked Beans and Coleslaw $21.99
Shrimp or Chicken Pasta - Whole-Grain Penne Pasta, Sauteed Shrimp with Olive Oil, Garlic, Basil, and fresh Tomatoes topped with Parmesan $23.99
Vegetarian Sheppard's Pie - Sci Fi-style Fresh Vegetables and Vegetable Patty topped with Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Melted Cheddar $13.99
Build-Your-Own Angus Chuck Burger - Flame-broiled Beef Patty with Cheddar or Swiss, crispy Bacon, Lettuce, and Vine-ripened Tomatoes $14.99
Build-Your-Own Angus Chuck Burger - Additional topping Make it your own with toppings of: Sauteed Mushrooms, Sauteed Onions, and Sauerkraut $15.99
Vegetable Burger - Vegetable Patty topped with Cucumber Planks, Vine-ripened Tomatoes, Grilled Red Onions, Arugula, drizzled with Balsamic Vinegar served with a choice of Cucumber Salad or Sweet Potato Fries $12.49

Desserts

Hot Fudge Sundae - Vanilla Ice Cream with Hot Fudge, Whipped Cream, and a Cherry $7.99
No Sugar Added Brownie - Brownie with Ice Cream and Strawberries $7.99
Apple Crumble $7.99
Out-of-This-World Turtle Cheesecake - with Heath Bar, Pecans, Chocolate Chips, Caramel Sauce, and topped with Whipped Cream $6.99
Peanut Butter-Chocolate Cake - Warm Chocolate Cake with a creamy Peanut Butter center served a la mode $7.99

Beverages

Bottled Beer
Budweiser, Budweiser Select, Coors Light or O'Douls $4.50
Amstel Light, Corona, Heineken, Michelob Ultra, Yuengling Lager $5.75
Stella Artois - $6.75
Draft Beer
Bud Light $5.25
Yuengling Lager, Blue Moon, or Foster's $6.00
Coca Cola® Products $ 2.59
Minute Maid Juices - Grapefruit, Apple and Pink Lemonade $2.79
Nestea Iced Tea $ 2.19
100% Colombian Coffee - Regular or decaffeinated $ 2.19

Cosmic Concoctions

Served with a souvenir Glow Cube
Magical Star Cocktail - Light up your celebration with X-Fusion Organic Mango and Passion Fruit Liqueur, Parrot Bay Coconut Rum, Pineapple Juice, and a souvenir Multicolored Glow Cube $10.75
Lunar Landing - amaretto, peach schnapps and orange juice $10.75
The Comet - rum, vodka, gin and tequila topped off with sour mix and cranberry juice $10.75
Space Invaders - A premium blue margarita $10.75
Marsha's Martian - chocolate and vanilla shakes mixed with Bailey's Irish Cream and Kahlua $10.75
Space Monkey - chocolate shake, Malibu rum, and banana liqueur $10.75
Orbiting Oreos - Oreo shake mixed with Godiva chocolate liqueur $10.75

Kids' Menu:

For Guests Ages 3-9

All meals served with choice of 1% milk, bottled water, or apple juice

Kids' Complete Meals

Cheese Pizza - served with celery and carrot sticks and sliced apples $8.99
Meaty Macaroni - ground turkey with marinara sauce, topped with mozzarella served with green beans and carrots and fruit salad $8.99

Kids' Menu

Choice of 1 Appetizer, 1 entree and 1 dessert - $8.99

Appetizer

Tomato Soup
OR
Garden Salad
OR
Sliced Apples
OR
Fruit Salad
OR
Celery and Carrot Sticks

Entrees

Macaroni & Cheese
OR
Hot Dog
OR
Cheeseburger
OR
Chicken Nuggets
OR
Grilled Chicken Breast
French Fries and Soft Drinks Available Upon Request

Desserts

Fruit Salad
OR
Ice-Cream Sundae
OR
Sliced Apples


And onto the pictures:

Outside:

 

Inside:

The "booths":

 Rueben Sandwich with Cucumber Salad & Strawberry Shake:

Kids' Ice Cream Sundae:

 

Such a neat atmosphere:

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Disney World Dining Review - Fulton's Crab House

Restaurant: Fulton's Crab House
Location: Downtown Disney
Character Meal? No characters here.
Meals Served: Lunch & Dinner - Both are 2 credit meals if using the dining plan.
Price Range: Adults $$$ varies depending on what you order
Dining Credits: 2 Tableservice credits per person
Difficulty to Reserve: Easy
Perks? Fulton's Crab House is located on a "boat" in Downtown Disney.  If you get seated at a window, you can enjoy a lovely view of the water.  They specialize in seafood so if you love it, this may be the place for you!
Why so special?  Seafood, seafood, seafood!!!     
Personal Experience: I took my daughter here for our first dinner on our last trip in October 2012.  It was FANTASTIC!  We had so much to eat that I couldn't even order dessert.  I'm a big seafood fan and it blew me away.  The service was good.  We had a late ADR (8:30pm) and we were seated 90 minutes early at 7pm (it had started raining and we were in a rush to get back to the resort). 
Lunch Menu:
Starters
Calamari - Flash fried strips, tomato basil sauce $12
Crab Cake - Jumbo lump blue crab, roasted corn maque choux, fried green tomato, remoulade sauce $15
Portobello Mushroom Fries - Orange Blossom Pilsner battered, mustard sauce $9
Clams and Mussels - Cedar Key, FL little necks, Prince Edward Island mussels, tomato, spinach, white wine herb butter $15










Stone Crab Lounge "Raw Bar"
Fulton's Seafood Tower - Alaska king crab, Maine lobster, shrimp, Blue Point oysters. For two $45. For four $90
Shrimp Cocktail - Jumbo shrimp, classic cocktail sauce $15
Ahi Tuna Tartar - Avocado-cucumber relish, sweet chili aioli, plantain chip $15
Crab Ceviche - Blistered tomatillo, sweet onion, heirloom tomatoes, cilantro, avocado $14
Cold Water Oysters
Blue Point - Connecticut $2.25 each
Apalachicola - Apalachicola Bay, FL $2.25 each
San Antonia Bay, TX $2.25 each

Soups and Salads

Lobster Bisque - signature bisque made with brandy, sherry, blue crab and lobster $9
New England Clam Chowder - New England style, rich, white clam chowder - loaded with clams $8
Ahi Tuna Cobb - Seared tuna, tomatoes, bacon, cucumbers, avocado, hard cooked egg, citrus vinaigrette $18
Asian Chicken - Charcoal grilled chicken breast, mandarin orange, red bell pepper, crispy wonton, mixed greens sesame-cilantro dressing $13

Fulton's Lunch Specialties

Fish Tacos - Market catch, cajun spice, pico de gallo, queso fresco, guacamole $15
Fried Seafood Combination - Orange Blossom Pilsner battered Atlantic cod, rock shrimp, and french fries $17
Fish and Chips - Orange Blossom Pilsner battered Atlantic cod and French fries $13
Chilled Seafood Trio - Alaska king crab, peel & eat shrimp, Blue Point oysters $17
Florida Grouper - Artichoke heart, tomato, spinach sauté, guacomole $24
Herb Grilled Chicken - Balsamic red skin potatoes, heirloom tomato relish $15
North Atlantic Salmon - Crispy skin, shitake, leek, baby bok choy broth, cucumber kimchi $22

Lunch Sandwiches

Served with house made kettle chips or french fries
Lobster and Shrimp Roll - Maine lobster, rock shrimp, celery, red onion, mayonnaise, toasted New England roll $16
Crab Cake BLT - Jumbo lump blue crab, avocado, cheddar cheese, applewood bacon, lettuce, tomato, mustard sauce, pickle spear, toasted ciabatta $20
Fulton's Steakhouse Burger - Half pound short rib, chuck and brisket grind, charcoal grilled, choice of 2 toppings, pickle spear, brioche bun $15
Toppings: American, swiss, cheddar, provolone blue cheese, applewood bacon, sauteed mushrooms, caramelized onion
Chicken Ciabatta - Charcoal grilled chicken breast, sun-dried tomato pesto, provolone, spinach, pickle spear $11
Po-Boy - Choice of fried shrimp or oyster; lettuce, tomato, remoulade sauce, toasted hoagie bun $14
Florida Grouper - Char grilled or blackened, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle spear, remoulade, brioche bun $19

Hook and Sinker

Create your own combination with half of one of our sandwiches and a cup of soup or salad $13
Fulton's House Salad
Caesar Salad
Lobster Bisque
New England Clam Chowder
Shrimp Po-Boy
Oyster Po-Boy
Chicken Ciabatta
Many of our dinner items are available for lunch upon request.Dinner Menu:

Starters

Calamari - Flash fried strips, tomato basil sauce $12
Fish Tacos - Market catch, cajun spice, pico de gallo, queso fresco, guacamole $12
Crab Cake - Jumbo lump blue crab, roasted corn maque choux, fried green tomato, remoulade sauce $15
Portobello Mushroom Fries - Orange Blossom Pilsner battered, mustard sauce $9
Lobster Corn Dogs - salsa verde, sweet chili aioli $14
Mussels and Clams - Prince Edward Island mussels, Cedar Key littleneck clams, tomato, spinach, white wine herb butter $15

Stone Crab Lounge "Raw Bar"

Fulton's Seafood Tower - Alaska king crab, Maine lobster, shrimp, Blue Point oysters. For two $45. For four $90
Shrimp Cocktail - Jumbo shrimp, classic cocktail sauce $15
Ahi Tuna Tartar - Avocado-cucumber relish, sweet chili aioli, plantain chip $15
Crab Ceviche - Blistered tomatillo, sweet onion, heirloom tomatoes, cilantro, avocado $14
Cold Water Oysters
Blue Point - Connecticut $2.25 each
Apalachicola - Apalachicola Bay, FL $2.25 each
San Antonia Bay, TX $2.25 each

Soups and Salads

Lobster Bisque - blue crab garnish $9
New England Clam Chowder - New England style, rich, white clam chowder - loaded with clams $8
Fulton's House Salad - Red leaf, arugula, spinach, tomato, cucumber, hearts of palm, sherry vinaigrette $7
Caesar Salad - The perfect complement to your dining experience. Crisp romaine lettuce with traditional Caesar dressing and homemade garlic croutons $8
Caprese - Heirloom tomato, mozzarella, basil, balsamic reduction $10

Pasta

Pesto Cavatappi - Asparagus, artichoke hearts, mushroom, pesto, asiago, cavatappi pasta $18
Roasted Chicken and Tomato - tomato, olives, pine nuts, basil, goat cheese, roasted garlic herb butter, cavatappi $19
Lobster and Chorizo - Leeks, roma tomato, golden bell pepper, rapini, clam broth, black linguine $35
Seafood Cioppino - Alaska king crab, shrimp, clams, mussels, scallops, market catch, tomato herb broth, linguini $39

Sides to Share

Sea Salt Crusted Baked Potato $6
Mashed Potato $6
Creamed Spinach $8
Grilled Asparagus $8
Lobster Mav & Cheese $15
Tasso Gravy and Cheddar Grits $8
Hash Brown Potatoes $8
Sautéed Button Mushrooms $7

Steaks, Chops, & Chicken

"Brick" Chicken - heirloom tomato relish, asiago whipped potato $23
Pork Osso Bucco - Sherry braised, chickpea, rapini sauté, demi-glace $30
Cowboy Ribeye - Chimichurri, fried shisito peppers, crispy smoked paprika redskins $43
Filet Mignon - Charcoal grilled, mashed potatoes, cabernet demi-glace $45

Crab and Lobster

Pacific Northwest Dungeness Crab - One pound and a quarter, steamed $32
Snow Crab Legs - One pound and a quarter, steamed $31
Alaska King Crab - One pound, steamed $58
Narragansett, Rhode Island Lobster - One pound and a quarter lobster, shrimp, scallop, spinach and mushroom stuffing, toasted breadcrumbs $49
Snow Crab & Maine Lobster - 10 ounce steamed snow crab, one pound and a quarter Maine lobster $53
Louis Fulton's Ultimate Crab and Lobster Experience - Two whole pound and a quarter Maine lobsters, Alaska snow crab, Pacific Northwest dungeness crab. For two: $92 For four: $184

Chef's Selections

Shrimp and Grits - Wild caugh Gulf of Mexico shrimp, spicy tasso gravy, cheddar grits $29
Seafood Combination - Orange Blossom Pilsner beer battered Atlantic cod, fried rock shrimp and scallops, french fries $27
Crab Cakes - Jumbo lump blue crab, roasted corn maque choux, fried green tomato, remoulade sauce $32
Florida Grouper - Artichoke heart, tomato, spinach sauté, guacomole $35
North Atlantic Salmon - Crispy skin, butternut squash risotto, citrus reduction $32
Key West Yellowtail Snapper - Whole fish, charcoal grilled, mango infused vinaigrette, arugula salad $34
Ahi Tuna "Nicoise" Style - Blistered green beans, soft-boiled egg, balsamic red skin potatoes, olive tapenade $34
Florida Pompano - Herb panko crust, blistered tomatillo, jicama, roasted corn-lobster relish $35

Seafood Add-Ons

Alaska King Crab Legs $29
Snow Crab Legs $16
Pacific Dungeness Crab $16
Cold Water Lobster Tail $27
"Oscar" Style $7
Maine Lobster $29
Alaska Broiler Claws - 1/2 pound - MARKET PRICE
Alaska Broiler Claws - one pound - MARKET PRICE 

Kid's Menu: 
For Children 9 and under
Entrees
Filet Mignon - Charcoal grilled 4 oz filet with cut corn $12
Chicken Tenders - grilled or fried, with cut corn $8
Fish of the Day - Chef's daily selection grilled with cut corn $10
All Beef Hot Dog - grilled with cut corn $8
Snow Crab Legs - 10 ounces with steamed red skin potatoes $14
Baby Shrimp Pasta - spaghetti and gulf shrimp sauteed with olive oil, tomatoes, and parmesan cheese $12
Hamburger - grilled with cut corn $8
Spaghetti - with tomato basil sauce $8
Mac 'n' Cheese - with creamy cheddar cheese $8

Sides

Fresh Cut Celery and Carrot Sticks - with ranch dipping sauce $4
Chef's Vegetable of the Day $4
Fruit - sliced pineapple, strawberries and red grapes $4
French Fries $3

Dessert

Mixed Berry Sorbet $4
Mango Sorbet $4
Build Your Own Sundae - ice cream topped with chocolate syrup, and tasty toppings $5

Beverages

Surf's Up - Hang Ten with tropical flavor $4
Blue Lagoon - Chill out with a refreshing cooler $4
Tidal Wave - The wave will sweep you away $4
Lemonade - plain $3, add raspberry, or strawberry flavors $.50
IBC Root Beer $4
Milk $3
Soft Drinks $2


Soooo, are you sold yet?  Are you drooling yet?  Wait till you see the pictures!!! and on with the pictures!

The exterior:

Bread & Crackers with Warm Crab Dip

Kids' Fruit Cup

Lobster Corn Dogs

Kids' Crab Legs

 

 



Narragansett, Rhode Island Lobster:

Birthday Surprise Chocolate Cake with Strawberry Sauce

 

Kids' Make Your Own Chocolate Ice Cream Sundae:

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