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Dining Review: 1900 Park Fare Dinner -- The "Other" Cinderella Meal
by MARY ALBRIGHT, PassPorter Guest Columnist
Princess meals are well represented at Walt Disney
World. Mention eating with Cinderella and you usually conjure an image of eating
in Cinderella's Castle at the Magic Kingdom. While that most sought after
reservation can be difficult to book at best, there is another option for dining
with Cinderella and her friends: dinner at 1900 Park Fare in the Grand Floridian
Resort.
My family always makes time to eat at 1900 Park Fare for dinner, but not because
Cinderella is there. We choose to eat here because Prince Charming can often be
found here, too. My son, Stefan, 11, likes that there is a boy character. Stefan
can usually be counted on to pose for a corny photo op, with Prince Charming
playing right along. Prince Charming has also always been the perfect prince to
my daughter, Caitlin, 10, a self-professed "non-princess." Prince Charming
always makes her feel like a princess, to her mother's absolute
delight.
You'll find a veritable feast of characters for dinner at 1900
Park Fare. Cinderella does make her rounds, as does Prince Charming. In the
lobby, before you are seated, the Fairy Godmother is usually around to sign
autographs and pose for pictures. And don't be surprised to see those
mischievous mice, Suzy and Perla, wander through the room.
If you are
used to the small space inside Cinderella's Royal Table, you'll be pleased to
know that 1900 Park Fare has probably double the space, in my rough estimation.
That means you have a much better chance of being able to secure an Advanced
Dining Reservation here. The restaurant is decorated as if you are at a
Victorian era fair. Look for carousel horses and lots of pastel colors around
the room. You feel special and fun all at the same time. Every server we've ever
had has been gracious and helpful. We've never felt rushed and have always been
asked if we need more beverages and encouraged to take our time.
But
what about the food? Can you pronounce my daughter's favorite word used to
describe great-tasting food? "Yumatrocious!" That pretty much describes what you
get at 1900 Park Fare. It's not your standard buffet.
As you face the
buffet, to your left is a wonderful variety of breads and butter, leading up to
the salad section. Lots of wonderful salads are available, from a tomato basil
and mozzarella, a simple green garden salad, and fresh fruit, to the famous
strawberry soup. I don't know how they make strawberry soup. It's like sipping
fresh strawberries. I don't know how else to describe it, but I usually eat
three bowls while we are there.
As you come toward the center of the
buffet, you will have some hot entrees and vegetables. These can vary, of
course, but I've found my favorites to be Chicken Marsala with lots of mushrooms
and an apple-glazed pork loin. I've also enjoyed the steamed broccoli and
carrots. I know; simple. But they make simple taste so good.
At the
center of the buffet you'll find the carving station, usually graced with prime
rib. There is also a station where a chef prepares fresh pasta
dishes.
Moving to the right side of center, you find a duplicate area of
entrees and vegetables, right before you hit the greatest area of all. That's
right, the dessert section.
You feel like you've died and gone to heaven
when you get to this area. Not only is there an ice cream machine where you can
get your own cone or dish of the sweet stuff, but there's also a buffet of
toppings to make your own unique sundae creation. And if ice cream isn't your
thing, you can sample cookies, bars, Rice Krispie treats, or brownies. My
husband, Bryan, is usually torn between the apple cobbler and their key lime
tarts. I myself enjoy their bread pudding. The kids, of course, always go for
ice cream.
And the kids? Don't worry. If you have picky eaters, the
typical kids' buffet is present at 1900 Park Fare. They can have all the pizza,
macaroni and cheese, and corn dogs, among other things, that they can
eat.
1900 Park Fare is a great place for dinner if you plan on being at
Magic Kingdom for the evening, whether it's for Extra Magic Evening Hours, or a
hard ticket event, like the Pirate & Princess Party. Once you are finished
with dinner, you can hop a boat or the monorail to Magic Kingdom. If you are
driving, park in the Magic Kingdom lot and take the monorail to the Grand
Floridian.
Dinner at 1900 Park Fare is $28.99 for adults (10 and up) and
$13.99 for children (ages 3-9). If you are on the Disney Dining Plan, this meal
is 1 Table Service Credit per person.
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