RSJ>BM> If you never eat at the on-property hotel restaurants, you're
RSJ>BM> missing some of the nicest places on the property!
RSJ> Name some........I have eaten at Planet Hollywood, Rain Forest
RSJ> Cafe, and a couple others....
Um, Richard?  Those two aren't at resorts, they're both at Disney
Village Marketplace.
RSJ>BM> ... the Coral Isle Cafe at the Polynesian, Artists Point at
RSJ>BM> Wilderness Lodge, Bonfamille's at Port Orleans, and Spoodles at
RSJ>BM> the Boardwalk.  And I'm looking forward to trying out the new
RSJ> BM> Mexican restaurant at Coronado Beach in just 42 days.
Now down to just 35 days!!!
RSJ> I will be awaiting your review on Coronado Springs restraunt.
I'm trying to arrange Internet access to this echo so that I can
post daily reports *live* from WDW.
RSJ>BM> The in-Park restaurants are a lot of fun, and some are worth the
RSJ>BM> money....
RSJ> Noted, but if the two I mentioned {Sci-Fi, King Stefans} rate low,
RSJ> what rates higher in the park? ...
*In* Park restaurants?  Lessee:
Tony's Town Square at MK is probably our second favorite place for
breakfast.  Love those fritattas!
Liberty Tree Tavern (I think it is) at MK serves a mean bowl of clam
chowder--a great fast lunch when you don't want a fast *food* lunch.
The Crystal Palace at MK serves buffet style, and includes Pooh and
friends at every meal.  Their double-sided buffet helps avoid family
conflict, and those who know that the two sides often have different
offerings get even more variety!
The Electric Umbrella is often our first stop at Epcot.  Cafe Mocha and
cinnamon raison croissants make a great start--even if we have already
had breakfast!
Akershus at Norway is on my must-eat list.  You just can't get
pickled herring like that here in Tennessee.  (De gustibus non
disputandum, y'all!)
The tempura bar at the Japanese pavillion is excellent, as is the sushi
there.  It does take some time to do right though, and their take-away
window is also very tasty.
Rose & Crown's steak & kidney pie makes for a great lunch that sticks
with you, with or without the beer.
In summer, Germany's pavillion opens a window to sell the best bratwurst
and liverwurst I've had in a long time.  Alas, it's not available in the
off season.
The French pavillion used to have a couple of noteworthy restaurants,
but they have been closed for a complete rennovation and restructuring.
Le Cellier at Canada has recently reopened as a table-service
steakhouse--looks worth a try.
Morrocco's Restaurant Marakech is one of the overlooked wonders of World
Showcase.  Rarely full, even in mid-summer, their cous-cous is the best
I've had outside my brother-in-law's kitchen.
Mama Melroses at the Studios has a feel that is out-of-the-World.  It
has the comfortable feel of a neighborhood restaurant/bar from L.A., and
I should know--I grew up there.  Plus, how can you mess up pasta?
The Prime Time Diner at the Studios is probably loved more for the fun
than the food, but the food's pretty good too.  Just remember that the
more you mess with your server the more fun you can have.
The Brown Derby at the Studios is just like it's famous namesake in
Hollywierd.  One part fresh food, one part snotty service, one part
glamour, and voila!  Trust me, it's a perfect recreation of the
original, except for the costumes of the guests.
Starring Rolls at the Studios is our favorite for early morning
carbo-loading.  Just bring a fly-swatter to fend off the sparrows at the
outdoor tables.
I'll grant that few gourmets would plan a visit to WDW solely for the
food.  There are too many great restaurants elsewhere.  OTOH, you don't
have to settle for fast food, poor service, or unimaginative and
uninspiring cuisine, even inside the Parks.  Next trip, try someplace
you've never eaten before--you never know just what sort of magic you'll
discover!
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 (_)  Bruce (fine food sleuth) Metcalf
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