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| Overall |  |
| Readers | 94% |
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Based on 751 reviews. Ranked #5 out of 98 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 Meal | $89.00 |
| Child Meal | $39.00 |
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.
Summary
In spite of the noise, California Grill is one of Walt Disney World’s top dining experiences. Disney has’t said what it’ll entail. It’s our guess that given the high ratings and high prices, Disney may not change much here.
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 for 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, where you can order appetizers but not entrées, or the lounge, which serves the same menu as the restaurant.
House Specialties
Try the braised beef short rib wonton if it’s available. The plant-based Forbidden Roll might be the best sushi on the menu. Also try the pork tenderloin or oak-fired filet of beef. Outstanding wine list and craft cocktails.
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Menus
Details
Requires Credit Card to Reserve:
Yes
Requires Pre-payment in Full:
No
Discounts
| Type | Discount | Valid Weekdays | Valid Meals |
|---|---|---|---|
| WDW Passholder | 10% | All | All |
| Overall | |
| Readers | 94% |
|
Based on 751 reviews. Ranked #5 out of 98 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 Meal | $89.00 |
| Child Meal | $39.00 |
