food IS a theme park
There are a lot of different types of food to choose from at Disney World, but choosing what your tastebuds are in the mood for is only half the battle!
We’re ALWAYS in the Mood For Bread Service at Sanaa!
That’s because while many foods at Disney World are delicious, they’re not all created equal!
We gotta admit, we haven’t been sleeping as much lately because we were worried about so many of our favorite Disney World dining spots facing off against each other! So far, rounds one, two, and three have kept us up nervously gnawing our pillows!
Cinderella Castle
And last night was an especially rough one, but now that we’ve tallied up the votes for round four, we can finally show you which restaurants will be advancing into the semi-finals of our official DFB Table Service Throw Down!
Get out your fanciest kicks and meet us over at the home of vanishing libations and standing ovations. That’s right, we’re heading to chill with some of Disney World’s coolest cats at the Magicians’ Lounge, otherwise known as AbracadaBar.
AbracadaBar at Disney’s BoardWalk
We came back to Disney’s BoardWalk to see the latest tricks the bartenders had up their sleeves — and to perform our own famous illusion: watch their fries DISAPPEAR! So the question is: was it worth it?
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We were thrilled earlier this year when we found out that one of our favorite ice cream shops from Disney World’s BoardWalk, Ample Hills Creamery, was planning a second location at Disney Springs!
Mickey Mouse Club Ear Bowl
But back in March, we heard the news that the Brooklyn based shop filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Our hearts were heavy thinking about what this could mean for their Disney locations, but it looks like Ample Hills may have an even brighter future ahead!
There have been A LOT of questions about when Disney World will be re-opening.
Walt Disney World
And, along with representatives from other theme parks, Josh D’Amaro has been working on the Re-Open Florida Task Force to determine the best protocols for opening up public spaces again. After the recent task force meeting, there were a lot of discussions surrounding the safest ways to provide access to cruise lines, restaurants, airports, and theme parks across the state.
Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue at Walt Disney World’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground has been entertaining diners for almost 45 years, and we’ve certainly enjoyed our share of shows by the Pioneer Hall Players. (Read our last review of Hoop-Dee-Doo here!)
But while Hoop-Dee-Doo is known for its on-stage antics and overall energy, the food has not taken center stage. Not even close. The fare includes traditional crowd-pleasers like fried chicken, ribs, mashed potatoes, and cornbread, but this is basically banquet food churned out in what feels like a conveyor belt production.
So why would I still say Hoop-Dee-Doo is something everyone should try at least once? Because the show is entertaining enough to justify enduring some mediocre food. And you’re really paying for that entertainment, not for the grub. (Although, of course, we see high-priced mediocre foods in plenty of restaurants that don’t have shows, soooo… .)
Pioneer Hall — Home of Hoop-Dee-Doo Revue
I kept my recent ADR for Hoop-Dee-Doo because of the show and because I like to give Walt Disney World restaurants a second (and a third and an infinite) try. Has the food improved? Is the show still compelling? Let’s see how they’re Hoop-Dee-Doin’ it.
We’re the kind of Disney guests that literally count down the days before our trip.
Pluto 50th Anniversary Statue
And, as strange as it may seem, packing can be part of the fun! Once you start pulling out those Minnie Ears and your kids’ princess costumes, the magic really starts to come to life. Buuut, you might want to double-check your packing list for your next vacation because you totally DON’T need to bring these items with you!
Whether you’re planning your very first trip to Disney or your 100th, you probably want to get every bit of magic out of your time in Disney World!
Cinderella Castle
Here at DFB, we are always looking to load you up with top tips so that you don’t have to spend your precious time and energy stressing before or during a trip. And today we’re telling you about some expert Disney vacation hacks that even the Disney pros swear by. These under-the-radar tips can help you save time and money, so welcome to the in-crowd, friends!
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Here at DFB, Disney food might just be our favorite thing at the parks! There are so many options it can be hard to choose our favorites — and Disney keeps making it even WORSE by adding new treats and snacks each time we visit! 😉
An Irish Egg at Raglan Road
But even with all of that — we still have a few things we’d love to see come to the parks! We’ve gathered up a few food trends that we think Disney could do really well. We’ve seen some of these pop up in certain restaurants briefly or for special events, but we’re ready for these foods to take the parks by storm!
Hello again, DFB friends! Get ready because we have another DFB Video to get you up to date with all the latest Disney news!
Cinderella Castle in Walt Disney World
There has been a LOT going on this week, even with the parks closed, and we have it ALL for you in this video!
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