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What to EAT at Port Orleans Resort French Quarter and Riverside in Disney World!

Walt Disney World is home to several moderate category resorts, but their food is far from moderate! You’ll find a wide variety of eats at each moderate resort from grab and go and pool bars to quick service and table service restaurants.

We wanted to bring you up to date on what’s going on menu-wise — and what a few of our favorites are! — at Port Orleans French Quarter and Riverside in case you’re traveling there soon!

Water Wheel Runs the Mill

What’s Happening at Port Orleans French Quarter

The resort pays homage to all things New Orleans and Mardi Gras — which means beignets are plentiful here!

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Disney Food News This Week: What’s New at the Disney Parks

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Happy last weekend of 2018! Here’s all the Disney food news this week!

Chocolate Chip Pirate Doubloons & Gold Nuggets

Disneyland’s Festival of Holidays is still happening until the first week of January, and we have ALL the menus! Start planning what you’re going to eat before you go! And check out our BEST of the Fest here! You can also see reviews of ALL Disneyland holiday treats here!

Epcot’s Festival of the Holidays ends today – check out all the menus and food photos of every item here! And, check out our Best of the Fest too!

Also, check out all the details on the 2019 Epcot Festival of the Arts, which begins January 18th, including FULL menus and lots of food photos!

We have a lot to share with you this week, so let’s jump right in…

Disney Food News

Check out the 15 Disney pictures that wowed us this year!
Toast to 2019 with a Champagne Cupcake at Sprinkles.
Check out our full review of breakfast at Centertown Market at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort.
Ring in the New Year with festive treats at Amorette’s Patisserie in Disney Springs.
Check out the must-have Disney World dishes for 2019.
We reviewed dinner at Boatwright’s Dining Hall at Disney’s Port Orleans Riverside.
Salt & Straw at Disneyland has a new Vegandulgence Ice Cream.
The Tropical Hideaway in Disneyland now has collectible sporks.
Celebrate New Year’s Eve with an ‘Epic’ celebration at Raglan Road in Disney Springs.
Wine Bar George is celebrating New Year’s Day with BOGO Bubbles!
Potion Purple Ears Cupcake debuts at the Contempo Cafe!
Check out the Winter Wonderland Shake at Planet Hollywood Observatory!
Check out this behind-the-scenes look at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge.
We reviewed new menu items at Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ in Disney Springs.
We shared what’s NEW this week at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
More performers were announced for the Garden Rocks Concert Series at the Epcot Flower and Garden Festival.
Check out the Disney Parks merchandise we couldn’t resist in 2018.
We’re excited to announce the pre-order of our newest DFB Guide.
New DFB YouTube videos: 22 Must-Try Underrated Disney World Dining Spots, The Best Disney World Rides for Toddlers, Storybook Dining at Artist Point with Snow White, and Unexpected Eats in Disney World.

New DFB Video — 22 Must-Try Underrated Disney World Dining Spots

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Review: Boatwright’s Dining Hall at Port Orleans Riverside – Including NEW Menu Items!

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Boatwright’s Dining Hall might just be one of Walt Disney World‘s best-kept dining secrets. Located within Port Orleans Riverside, it’s a great spot to seek out if you’re looking for a quiet table service dinner outside of the parks.

Boatwright’s Dining Hall

Boatwright’s has had a few menu updates since our last visit and most recent guest review (hello, All-You-Care-to-Enjoy Chef’s Platter!), so we were excited to get back to Port Orleans Riverside to check it out.

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Disney World and Disneyland Menu Updates!

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There were a few announcements from Disney today about new menus, additions, and more at popular locations in both Disneyland and Disney World. We’ve already tried some of these items, and the rest are on our to-try list, so stay tuned for reviews and updates! We’ll start out in Disneyland with the brand new menu we reviewed earlier for you.

Cherry Coca Cola Funnel Cake

Disneyland’s Hungry Bear has a brand new menu that includes this Cherry Coca-Cola Funnel Cake plus new sandwiches and burgers.

Be sure to read our review of the new Hungry Bear Menu here!

In Disney World, at Epcot’s Coral Reef Restaurant, you’ll now find a whole stuffed Maine lobster that comes with crispy baby potatoes, asparagus, béarnaise sauce, lemon, and butter. Read our latest review of Coral Reef Restaurant and see if we thought it could rise to the surface or not.

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Easter Eggs and Eats around Disney World!

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We’ve already taken you on a tour of the gorgeous Chocolate Easter Egg display at the Grand Floridian this year.

Eggs on display at Grand Floridian

But there is no shortage of Easter fun and food happening around Disney World over the next several days, so let’s HOP to it!

Resort Easter Egg Displays

The Grand Floridian display will be available for guests to view through April 9th. (And if your spring break plans don’t include a trip down to Disney World, you can see the whole thing here!)

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DFB Video: Eat This at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort!

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Hey, friends! We’re back with another DFB Video today, and we’re taking you to Disney World’s Port Orleans Resort (both Riverside and French Quarter) to let you know what you just have to eat during your visit!

Beignets at Disney’s Port Orleans French Quarter

A huge bonus for guests staying at Port Orleans Riverside or French Quarter is that they’ve got easy access to each location’s restaurants, lounges, and snacks. And since both spots have some terrific outside-the-norm options, this is great news indeed! From the Beignets at Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory to the noshes you can enjoy if you’re taking in a Yeeha Bob show at the River Roost lounge, there is a ton of great stuff to take in at Port Orleans. (And remember, Port Orleans is just a beautiful boat ride away from Disney Springs even if you aren’t staying at the Resort!) [Read more…]

News: Increased Discount for Tables in Wonderland Members

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Heads up, Tables in Wonderland Members! Remember a couple weeks ago when it was announced that Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members would receive an increased discount at select Disney World restaurants?

Well, that good news now extends to you, too! According to wdwmagic.com, Tables in Wonderland members are now eligible for the same increased discount.

Flying Fish

If you visit any of the locations listed below during the dinner meal timeframe BEFORE 6:30 pm or AFTER 8:30 pm, you will receive a 30% discount as opposed to the original 20% now through September 30, 2017! [Read more…]

News: Disney World Annual Passholders Increased Dining Discount Through Sept. 30th

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Hey, Disney World Annual Passholders, Tables in Wonderland Members, and Disney Vacation Club Members! Guess what? According to wdwmagic.com, an increased discount is now available at several Resort restaurants now through the summer (ending September 30, 2017).

The Turf Club at Saratoga Springs Resort

If you visit any of the locations listed below during the dinner meal timeframe BEFORE 6:30 pm or AFTER 8:30 pm, you will receive a 30% discount as opposed to the original 20%! [Read more…]

News: Disney Restaurant Discounts During Orlando Magical Dining Month (PLUS MENUS!!)

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Wow! What a fun surprise to see so many Disney Restaurants participating in Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining Month for 2017!

September is Orlando Magical Dining Month sponsored by Visit Orlando, and it begins with a preview week on August 25th and runs through October 1st. Magical Dining offers Orlando locals and guests the chance to enjoy the Orlando culinary scene at a significant savings: $35 for three courses at participating area restaurants. This year, the tally is over 100 restaurants offering the prix fixe dinners, which include appetizer, entree, and dessert.

In keeping with tradition, one dollar from each meal goes to support local charities. Freedom Ride and BASE Camp Children’s Cancer Foundation are the two charities for 2017.

For a complete list of participating restaurants and Magical Dining Month menus, head over to Visit Orlando’s website. And to see all of the restaurants at Disney World and in the immediate Lake Buena Vista area, click here.

This year, an unprecedented number of Disney restaurants are participating, and we are happily surprised to see several Disney owned and operated spots on the list! Among them are The Turf Club, Boatwright’s Dining Hall, Grand Floridian Cafe, Jiko, Olivia’s Cafe, and The Wave… of American Flavors.

Inguday Tibs in Brik at Jiko

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Disney Food Post Round-Up: April 23, 2017

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Happy weekend! We hope you’re enjoying a couple days of rest and relaxation! Now it’s time to sit back with a cuppa tea or java, and check out the latest in Disney food news… .

Cinnamon French Toast Bread Pudding at Sunshine Seasons

The 2017 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival with its Outdoor Kitchens is in full bloom through the end of May, and we have all the menus and food photos for you!

Don’t forget, the 2017 Epcot Food and Wine Festival starts in August this year! Whew!!

And if you want even MORE food news, we also have news on the updated menus for the 2017 Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic!

We have a lot to share with you this week, so let’s jump right in…

Disney Food News

We checked out grab-and-go menu at Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ Florida Kitchen!
DFB was YouTube’s ‘Creator on the Rise’ this week!
38 Special is confirmed for this year’s Eat to the Beat Concert Series!
Several permits have been filed for Marketplace Booths at this year’s Epcot Food and Wine Festival!
The World Showcase Wine Walk now features a refillable wine glass!
Goofy’s Powdered Candy is back at Walt Disney World!
We talked about possible dates and details for the 2017 Free Dining offer that should be coming soon!
Check out the sneak peek of specialty drinks from Pandora – The World of Avatar.
We reviewed the Cinnamon French Toast Bread Pudding at Sunshine Seasons.
Check out this guest review of the San Angel Inn in Epcot’s Mexico Pavilion.
We review breakfast at Rancho del Zocala at Disneyland.
New DFB YouTube video has all the details on How to Get Free Dining and Magic Kingdom table service restaurants you have to try!

Check out all the latest Disney Food News — even the stuff we don’t mention in posts on the blog! — on our Disney Food News Pin Board, including menu updates, restaurant closures, special events, and more! We’ve got all the latest for you, so check it out before you go.

New DFB Video!

Have you subscribed to the DFB YouTube Channel? We’ve got great content going up twice a week showcasing our adventures in Disney World and Disneyland! This week, we’re expecting the Free Dining Offer to come out, so we did a video all about the details! Check it out below — and subscribe here!

Deal of the Week: Save on The 2017 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining e-Book Second Edition!

This week we launched the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2017 Second Edition! To celebrate this milestone — the first time we’ve shared a second edition — and to say thank you to all of our loyal DFB readers – you can order the Second Edition for 20% OFF your purchase with code SAVE2017!