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| Overall |  |
| Readers | 93% |
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Based on 899 reviews. Ranked #13 out of 105 at WDW. | |
| Quality | |
| Value | |
| Service | |
| Friendliness | |
| Food | American |
| Price | Expensive |
| Phone | (407) 939-3463 |
| Reservations | Accepted |
| When to go | During evening fireworks |
| Parking | Valet on request |
| Bar | Full service |
| Wine | California |
| Dress | Dressy casual |
| Dinner Hours | Daily, 5-10 p.m. |
| Adult Entrées | $36.00-$65.00 |
| Child Entrées | $11.00-$19.00 |
Location
Selections
Pork two ways (grilled tenderloin and lacquered pork belly); oak-fired filet of beef; Sonoma goat-cheese ravioli; Cape Canaveral prawns and oven-roasted potatoes, charred lemon, and baby arugula; three-meat signature meatballs. Outstanding wine list.
Entree Range
Dinner: Adult $36-65, Child $11-19
Summary
In spite of the noise, California Grill is one of Walt Disney World’s top dining experiences.
Setting and Atmosphere
The beautiful California Grill remains one of the top choices for Disney dining, both for its remarkable view from the 15th floor of the Contemporary Resort and its bustling open kitchen, which turns out spectacular fare. It can be crowded and noisy, filled with families who want a view of the Magic Kingdom fireworks, so book a table early or late for a somewhat quieter experience. A showstopping wine display comprises 1,600 bottles in a climate-controlled case just off the elevator. If you don’t have a reservation, ask for a seat at the sushi bar or in the lounge, where you can order appetizers (but not entrées).
Other Recommendations
Related Blogs on California Grill:
California Grill - A Review of Lunch at the Top (Feb 29, 2016)
Vegan Options at California Grill (9/15/2013)
A Disney Bucket List (featuring "Eat at California Grill")
Menus
- Dinner
- Dinner Allergy
- Vegetarian and Vegan Prix Fixe
- Wine Bottle List
- Dinner Kids'
- Dinner Allergy Kids'
- Specialty Beverages and Wine List
- Dessert & Cordials
- Brunch
- Dessert Allergy
Details
Requires Credit Card to Reserve:
Yes
Requires Pre-payment in Full:
No
Discounts
| Type | Discount | Valid Weekdays | Valid Meals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tables in Wonderland | 20% | All | All |
Disney Dining Plan
| 2021 |
|---|
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Does not participate |
| Overall | |
| Readers | 93% |
|
Based on 899 reviews. Ranked #13 out of 105 at WDW. | |
| Quality | |
| Value | |
| Service | |
| Friendliness | |
| Food | American |
| Price | Expensive |
| Phone | (407) 939-3463 |
| Reservations | Accepted |
| When to go | During evening fireworks |
| Parking | Valet on request |
| Bar | Full service |
| Wine | California |
| Dress | Dressy casual |
| Dinner Hours | Daily, 5-10 p.m. |
| Adult Entrées | $36.00-$65.00 |
| Child Entrées | $11.00-$19.00 |
