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Originally Posted by Cinderelley
Alcohol in MK? I've seen people drinking in Epcot. Not everyone is responsible. I'm perfectly happy with not having to deal with that in MK and waiting until I am out of that park to have a drink.
I have to agree. There are too many people who will turn "one glass of wine" in a bottle or two. I love that the MK does not have "adult" drinks.
It's bad enough being on the monorail or bus from Epcot with someone who had been drinking around the world. It guess the only good thing is that they decided to take the bus and not drive home. I am not looking forward to the F&W festival at all. I wish it was not happening during our trip.
I don't want to deal with that at the MK too. I know everyone is not like that but it only takes one person to ruin it.
I like the menu and am thrilled with the children's menu choices. I am one of the people that is not happy with most of the kid's dining choices.
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I'm glad the MK doesn't serve alcohol (and personally, I hope it stays that way).
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I would say based on the fact that there's no available ADRs for the entire year, people really don't give a fat rat what's on the menu. They're going even if Temple of Doom items were on the menu.
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Originally Posted by joanna71985
I'm glad the MK doesn't serve alcohol (and personally, I hope it stays that way).
I'll second that. It's a family park - why do you need the alcohol to have a good time anywhere at WDW? Any dulling of the senses at the parks simply doesn't make sense. But that's me.
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Originally Posted by Mfarquar
Wasn't there a Roseanne episode where they all went to Disney World and Dan wouldn't leave EPCOT because MK didn't have beer?
Yup, I can picture him wearing a fez jamming out in Morocco.
I think it's good that WDW is putting something a little different out there. I was a super picky eater as a kid, and guess what, Disney went out of their way to accommodate me when I had a melt down over being really hungry and not wanting anything on the menu as a 9 year old. My mom didn't even request it, the server saw I was at point break and asked me nicely what my favorite food was. 10 minutes later Chicken fingers magically appeared on my plate. Granted, this was 95, so I don't know if this still happens.
I can see both sides of the alcohol issue. I would not ever want to see alcohol stands set up or bar/lounge areas like the other parks; but I don't think it's so out of the question to have a glass of wine with dinner. No bar area, and only available with your meal. You'd really have to be desperate to book a table and just sit there all night and get drunk. Walt made an exception to his own rule with Club 33, and I see this as something similar.
I will say this, though, it may shock you to know there are still plenty of drunk people in the MK on any given day. People do the monorail drinking loop and then head on over, and people sneak it in in a variety of ways. I've seen it happen.
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Very true, there are people who come on in from drinking around the world who come to play and sober up in MK.
However, I will say I think keeping with the tradition is good. I know SEVERAL people who can sit at a meal and have TOO much wine with dinner. For some people it's only 2 glasses (I see it weekly from casual to 5-star restaurants - we eat out WAY too much). Heat + waiting a bit to eat can sometimes even create unintentional results. I think Club 33 is manageable especially considering that it is presumable people do want to keep this special privilege. An entire theme park is a bit more tricky and security/bartenders/servers probably already have their hands full with the other three parks. Just my
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Originally Posted by Gator
I would say based on the fact that there's no available ADRs for the entire year, people really don't give a fat rat what's on the menu. They're going even if Temple of Doom items were on the menu.
I think you're right. Look at Cindy's table. Would any one in their right mind pay those prices for a meal anywhere else in the world except for in the WORLD? Probably not.
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Originally Posted by CuteAsMinnie
I think you're right. Look at Cindy's table. Would any one in their right mind pay those prices for a meal anywhere else in the world except for in the WORLD? Probably not.
Spot on, what I was thinking. The salmon they served at Cindy's is not better than the salmon I get at Costco, and fresh green beans I can get at the local grocery store. Yet we all spend big money to eat in the Castle. It ain't about the food.
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Originally Posted by Gator
Spot on, what I was thinking. The salmon they served at Cindy's is not better than the salmon I get at Costco, and fresh green beans I can get at the local grocery store. Yet we all spend big money to eat in the Castle. It ain't about the food.
Not us tho! DD recently (she is 19) asked why we never ate in Cindy's castle. I responded, "because you've never asked, darling princess."
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I am excited by the counter service offerings for me and my kids... and they are 8, 5, and 2. They will eat mac and theese if it is there, or hot dogs and ckin fingers, but they will try things, and know to just try it, and if they are positively unimpressed we always have a few PB&J in bag made that morning. (which we do not tell them about and to date have actually only used a few times for the smallest one, and the middle one when she was the smallest) I am excited for us adults to have some new choices too!
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I rather like the food at CRT. I've eaten there multiple times now (I go for lunch on my birthday, as a tradition).
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I know this is slightly off topic but just want to mention for those who would like wine with dinner. I also like mixed drinks with dinner but after seeing a woman fall down drunk at EPOCT I don't question the no drinking policy at MK. While I would never get that drunk at a theme park (and I know many on the boards would not) it's nice to know that there is one park drink free. Sorry about the rant just been around to many in my life who didn't know when to quit.
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I was very excited to see some variety on the kids menu. My kids eat real food at home and prefer to eat real food all the time. They actually like vegetables. We usually order an extra adult entree for our two boys to share (oh the joy and freedom of not being on the dining plan). They can only eat so many grapes and carrot sticks in a week so we have to get creative to find variety. I'm very excited to try the new options at Be Our Guest.
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Originally Posted by SBETigg
My problem with the menu is that it's fine dining without the wine- I... where I can get a glass of wine with my filet mignon.
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Uh, I mean,
How about a nice cup of tea?
C'mon, Tigg. Do we go the the Magic Kingdom to eat filet mignon? Then again, a cold beer from Casey's to go with that hot dog could be swell.
The wonder of BoG will be how many meals they are going to try to serve each day.
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I give this place less than 6 months before they drastically alter their kids menu.
I am all for kids eating healthy. Trust me on that. However, I am also a parent to two kids on the Autism spectrum who are INCREDIBLY selective eaters and it's not their fault, nor mine, that they are that way. We have been struggling with food issues for 8 years now, with our oldest, and 4 with our youngest. They will eat certain foods, and that's IT. No exceptions. No "trying new things" until they decide they want to do so. Vacation is NEVER the "right" time for them to try something new. Vacations are stressful for them, so they need to know that they can get the kind of food they are used to eating. For us, at restaurants, this means: mac and cheese, pizza, burgers & fries, or chicken tenders/nuggets. At home, they eat a lot more stuff, but at a restaurant, these are the things they will eat. Period. '
Because of this, I will likely never eat at Be Our Guest, just due to the kids menu options. This is why it's important to cater to kids who like this kind of food, because it brings the parents in as well.
We just got back from a 5 day Disney Cruise. Everyone knows how much food there is on cruise ships. Guess what my 2 boys ate all 5 days? I'll give you a hint...they did NOT try anything new. Glad Disney Cruise line understands this about *most* kids...you have to offer "the staples" and then you can offer IN ADDITION, the more unique food options.
I see this as a problem with the new Art of Animation food court as well. The kids menu options were just ridiculous attempts at healthy versions of the stuff they were serving to adults. My kids did NOT want "Buckwheat and Flax Mickey Waffles with Fruit Compote and Turkey Bacon." They wanted a REAL mickey waffle with butter and syrup and real bacon, so we bought them an adult one to share...
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Originally Posted by Goes4FastPass
It's a guest! It's a guest!
Sakes alive, well I'll be blessed!
Wine's been poured and thank the Lord-
Uh, I mean,
How about a nice cup of tea?
C'mon, Tigg. Do we go the the Magic Kingdom to eat filet mignon? Then again, a cold beer from Casey's to go with that hot dog could be swell.
The wonder of BoG will be how many meals they are going to try to serve each day.
I think the rest of my post made it pretty clear that I wouldn't want the MK to start serving wine or beer or any alcohol. I like it the way it is-- as I clearly stated. But with a nice dinner, yes, I like a glass of wine. So I choose to leave the park and eat at a resort and have my glass of wine with my fine dining meal. I don't always drink with dinner, but it's vacation and part of my fine dining experience. Also, I eat plenty of meals at WDW without wine. But, for evening fine dining, yes, for me, there's wine. I wouldn't change the Be Our Guest experience to include it, but it doesn't have me excited to try it any time soon.
So you're right, I don't go to the MK to eat filet mignon. I do love the counter service when I'm there, and I'm happy to skip the adult beverages when I'm there. As long as I'm not trying to have an elegant adult meal.
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Originally Posted by BrerGnat
I give this place less than 6 months before they drastically alter their kids menu.
That would really disappoint me. I, for one, am thrilled to see that finally there's a menu that doesn't make finding a vegetable on a plate — for adults OR children — a quest worthy of Hercules. And even better that there are varied offerings when CS hours are in effect. It's easy enough to find fruit at WDW, but vegetables (besides salads) are more difficult.
I understand the limitations you face when trying to feed your children. However, I would bet that if you went to BOG at dinner time, they would be able to serve your children the items they will eat; dollars to donuts, they will accommodate them. At lunch, you would be able to purchase those items and bring them over. But I don't think the alternative of changing the entire menu over to "standard park fare" is a business model they would want to pursue. Many guests are seeking healthier options for themselves and their children.
As for whole grain waffles, turkey bacon and fruit, that's what's on our table at home. For me, it's annoying to go to WDW and not have healthy choices. At least you were able to get them the standard choices. Harder when you're at a restaurant (like say at the POFQ food court), and you would like something whole grain and all they offer is highly processed food (and to me that includes the gluten-free options) so you're limited to a piece of fruit or oatmeal for breakfast (not that I mind either of those choices).
Changing the subject, what I find really interesting and slightly amusing about this thread is that we're discussing (and ranting about, according to the thread name) a restaurant that none of us has actually been to or seen, and won't for several more months. The passion of a WDW fanatic is not to be underestimated, is it!?!
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