Cítricos

Location

Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

Selections

Sauteed shrimp with lemon, feta cheese, tomatoes, and white wine; oak-grilled filet of beef; braised veal shank.

Summary

Citricos was remodeled in 2021 into a fanciful garden setting inspired by the 2018 film Mary Poppins Returns. The menu has been changed quite a lot although Disney insists it is still "Mediterranean-inspired."

The first course contains soup, salad, and a variety of appetizers. We thought the Strawberry Salad was stunning in terms of flavor and visual appeal. Wild Mushroom Arancini (Truffle Aïoli, Watercress and Champagne Vinaigrette) has a wonderfully crunchy exterior and a delicious, silky filling. Each bite is heavenly.

For the main course, the Berkshire Pork Belly is a must try. The Tilefish (Jupiter Rice Chorizo “Risotto”, Key West Pink Shrimp and Confit Tomatoes) is pricy but worth every penny.

Cítricos is one of the few restaurants where our rating differs significantly from readers. Our rating is much higher, and the difference might be whether the reopened kitchen is able to deliver consistent quality night after night. Expect the menu to change often, and ask your server for their recommendations. If you can’t get a reservation at Victoria & Albert’s next door, this is the next best thing we’ve eaten.

Setting and Atmosphere

Located on the second floor of Disney’s Grand Floridian Hotel, Citricos is a hidden gem at Walt Disney World. This restaurant has a Mary Poppins Returns theme, but don’t expect over-the-top decor or strolling characters — this IS a signature restaurant that keeps with a more upscale theme.

Diners enjoy the culinary magic of the full-view show kitchen but it's a large space, and sometimes noisy. The best tables are near the large windows, with views of the Magic Kingdom's nightly fireworks shows.

House Specialties

Our reviewer said this about the Roulade of Chicken (Braised Kale, Corn Cake, Romesco Sauce and Roasted Turnips): "Dear Sweet Baby Poppins! This is the single best chicken dish I’ve ever had on property. It’s just as heavy and filling as the short ribs but created so beautifully and in such an original way that it is well worth the price of $38. Or more. I actually said the words ‘This kale is delicious” — words that no other human has ever muttered, I’m sure. Gorgeously plated and it tasted even better. The fanciest Thanksgiving dinner I’ve ever had and I can’t wait to go back."

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Menus

• Dinner

Details

Requires Credit Card to Reserve: Yes
Requires Pre-payment in Full: No

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