My DW and I are headed down on May 1st. We're staying at a DTD area hotel. No dining plan. Just a quick three day trip. We have ADRs for Narcoosee's (late Friday), The Plaza (lunch Sat), and Trattoria Al Forno (dinner Sunday).
The idea was to go straight to DHS from the airport, then check in at the hotel in the evening (6-ish) and go to DTD and get desserts at the new Gluten-free bakery. Then drive over to the Grand Floridian and have a late dinner at Narcoosee's and watch Wishes from there.
But now we're thinking about cancelling Narcoosee's and just replacing it with the Boathouse. That way we still have a really nice dinner and we're not rushing all over the World. We can check in, walk over to DtD and enjoy it, have dinner, and then walk back to the hotel.
I know that's a long explanation. Two questions:
1. Has anyone tried it? I've read a review and it seemed like it was top-notch. We're not big on seafood, but it's also a steak place.
2. According to the Disney Dining website, it not only doesn't do the DDP (no problems), but it isn't taking reservations through Disney? Is that accurate? Does it take reservations at all? If not, what's the wait like?
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azcavalier;2454102 wrote:
2. According to the Disney Dining website, it not only doesn't do the DDP (no problems), but it isn't taking reservations through Disney? Is that accurate? Does it take reservations at all? If not, what's the wait like?
Not taking reservations until May 15 (if I remember right)
Jodie
disneymom15;2454121 wrote: Not taking reservations until May 15 (if I remember right)
But they're open for business, yes? It's just a walk-up then.
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azcavalier;2454122 wrote: But they're open for business, yes? It's just a walk-up then.
Yes, they are open for business. I called them last week and was told they are not taking reservations until May 15. For now, it is a walk-up.
We're planning on trying them out next week (29th).
Steve
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Steve, please post a review. I would love to hear what someone who is not a blogger or runs a Disney website has to say.
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Will do.
My problem is that when I look at the menu, there are too many things that appeal to me. :thumbsup: I guess that's a good problem, but I'll either not provide an adequate review or eat way too much.
Steve
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We actually decided to give it a pass for now. We've never been to Narcoosee's....we've never in all of our 15 years of going to WDW actually set foot in the Grand Floridian....and so we're excited to try it out. If the Boathouse were taking ADRs, we'd probably do it. But the uncertainty of wait times for dinner there has helped us decide to give it a pass for now.
2002 - 2022: 20+ visits (POR, BW, All Stars, VWL, CSR, BLT, BC, SSR, CB, Dolphin, OKW, Poly, offsite x8)
DL - 1996, 2019
Next up - January 2023 short trip! We just want to try that 50th Anniversary chocolate monstrosity at Mexico!
There is a Disney food blog site that has done an in depth review of The Boathouse with tons of pictures. You might want to Google it.
KAY
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Last visit to Disneyland - 2014
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I think you will really enjoy Narcossee's. It is one of my favorites. When it s time for fireworks don't expect a view from your table. A lot of people are on the porch outside watching and the view might get blocked. Just tell your waiter and they can hold your order or dessert a few minutes so you can go outside.
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We are waiting to do Boathouse when they start TiW. I've heard from a friend that they have an "award winning" burger that is really good and the fish tacos are perfect. That's what we will be trying!
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Is Boathouse a brand new place, or is it replacing something at DTD? Where is it located? Sounds like a fun place we're going to try in the near future! Thanks.
ThanxForNoticin;2454812 wrote: Is Boathouse a brand new place, or is it replacing something at DTD? Where is it located? Sounds like a fun place we're going to try in the near future! Thanks.
It's brand new, part of the new Disney Springs. It's located in the old Pleasure Island area.
azcavalier;2454246 wrote: We actually decided to give it a pass for now. We've never been to Narcoosee's....we've never in all of our 15 years of going to WDW actually set foot in the Grand Floridian....and so we're excited to try it out. If the Boathouse were taking ADRs, we'd probably do it. But the uncertainty of wait times for dinner there has helped us decide to give it a pass for now.
While I think the Boathouse sounds neat, I am positive you will not be disappointed with Narcoosses. It is on our must do list for each trip. And we always schedule to be there during the Electrical Water Pageant & Wishes. The food is great & the atmosphere even better & they accept the DDP. Enjoy
deedee73;2454858 wrote: While I think the Boathouse sounds neat, I am positive you will not be disappointed with Narcoosses. It is on our must do list for each trip. And we always schedule to be there during the Electrical Water Pageant & Wishes. The food is great & the atmosphere even better & they accept the DDP. Enjoy
Thanks! I was sold when I saw shrimp & grits on the menu. That's all I need to be a happy man!
2002 - 2022: 20+ visits (POR, BW, All Stars, VWL, CSR, BLT, BC, SSR, CB, Dolphin, OKW, Poly, offsite x8)
DL - 1996, 2019
Next up - January 2023 short trip! We just want to try that 50th Anniversary chocolate monstrosity at Mexico!
Currently having lunch at Boathouse.
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