Cape May Cafe Dinner Review: Has It Improved?

Savannah Sanders May 9, 2022 Cape May Cafe, Disney's Beach Club Resort, Table Service Dining

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Cape May Cafe is a seaside-inspired buffet located just off the lobby of Disney’s Beach Club Resort. Open for both breakfast and dinner, guests dine in an airy, pastel-colored dining room decorated with sandcastles and beach umbrellas, but with a vintage flair.

Now, back in the old days (and before its 2020 closure), Cape May Cafe offered a beach-themed character breakfast and a popular, all-you-can-eat seafood spread later in the day.

However, while buffets are back at Walt Disney World, Cape May Cafe’s characters have yet to return; and sadly, the same can be said for the quality of its dinner fare.

Plus, some of the seafood items – including the crab legs – are now an additional upcharge.

We’ve reviewed Cape May Cafe several times following its reopening; but due to the fact that several months had passed since our last visit, we felt it was time to give it another shot!

Our park reporter Chrissy returned to the Cape May Cafe for dinner which is currently served from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and is priced at $42 per adult and $25 per child, plus tax.

So what did she think? Is Cape May Cafe making a comeback? Let’s find out.

The Dinner Buffet

Cape May Cafe’s online menu lists a carving station, soups and salads, a classic seafood boil, paella, seasonal desserts, and kid-friendly items.

While all of this is true, the presentation leaves A LOT to be desired.

In fact, the scene from National Lampoon’s Vegas Vacation where Randy Quaid’s Cousin Eddie says, “I’ll have some of the yellow,” actually came to mind.

The crab legs – which are now behind a $29.00 paywall – were also a disappointment in that they were cold, skinny, and water-flavored.

Another issue our team encountered was the messy state of the buffet which we haven’t encountered elsewhere at Walt Disney World.

For instance, at Animal Kingdom’s Lodge’s Boma, there is always someone cleaning. But at Cape May, Chrissy said she circled the buffet three different times and saw the same spilled food.

Still, there’s some good news. The staff was some of the nicest our team has encountered anywhere. So be sure to tip well!

We also have to note that Cape May Cafe’s breakfast at $25 per adult and $14 per child is still a fantastic value, even without the characters.

So what’s the verdict on Cape May Cafe at Disney’s Beach Club Resort? Skip dinner; come for breakfast.

But what are your thoughts on Cape May Cafe? Have you experienced this buffet following its reopening? Let us know in the comments!