This “informal” cafe features an American menu with all the extra flourishes found in finer restaurants. Hearty breakfasts range from French toast to lobster eggs Benedict ($14–$19). Lunch brings entree salads ($10–$15), shrimp and pasta ($23), and sandwiches include a Reuben ($13) and a Kobe burger($23). Dinner offers steaks, grilled fish, and pasta ($19–$33). Kids’ complete meals are $8–$11 at breakfast and $11–$12 at lunch and dinner, with pizza, chicken wrap, chicken nuggets, meaty macaroni, grilled chicken, or salmon. You can also book reservations for this restaurant on OpenTable.com.

Narcoossee’s open kitchen serves an ever-changing menu of grilled seafoods with savory accompaniments. Perched on the edge of Seven Seas Lagoon, the restaurant has a sedate and casual dockside atmosphere, with lots of bare wood and windows affording views of the Magic Kingdom fireworks and the Electrical Water Pageant. The huge appetizer of steamed mussels was heavenly ($17). Specials like shrimp and garganelli pasta ($39), plus seared Ahi tuna ($44) and steamed Maine lobster ($72) are tempting choices, and carnivores can have filet mignon ($49) or pork rib chop ($38). Desserts ($9–$19) include a Narcoosee's candy bar, coconut and chocolate créme brulée, and a cheese plate. Kids’ entrees are ($8–$13). Dress code is “business casual” (see page 228). A new Sunday brunch began here in November 2016 for $69/$41 ages 3–9—it includes a specialty beverage (such as champagne, mimosa, signature Bloody Mary, or nonalcoholic smoothie), plus a shared pastry basket, an appetizer (such as onion soup gratinée), an entrée (such as brioche French toast or chicken and waffles), and finally a trio of desserts.

Daily character meals in a jolly Victorian setting, complete with an orchestrion (“player” organ). The upscale buffet breakfast is $29.00-$36.00 ($17.00-$22.00/kids) and features Mary Poppins, Alice in Wonderland, and the Mad Hatter. Waits can be long, but characters may be on hand to keep you occupied. Dinner is $39.33-$55.50 ($25.16-$30.99/kids) with Cinderella and friends hosting. This is one of Disney’s finer buffets (keep your eyes open for the strawberry soup—it’s scrumptious). The Wonderland Tea Party is held here for kids on Mondays–Fridays. See page 262, page 263 and page 274 for details. 

You have to dress up for Walt Disney World’s five-star dining experience—jackets are required and a tux or gown isn’t entirely out of place. The continental, five-course, prix fixe menu ($185, plus big up-charges for Kobe beef, caviar, and the like) is redesigned daily, a harpist fills the air with music, and ladies receive roses at meal’s end. For an extra-special evening, reserve the “Chef’s Table,” an alcove in the kitchen where you observe and interact with the chef and staff, receiving a 7–10 course meal for $250/person. Or how about the intimate Queen Victoria’s Room with a 10–12 course meal ($235/person, reserve six months in advance)? Wine pairing ($65 in the main dining room, $105–$150 for the Chef’s Table and Queen Victoria’s Room) perfectly match your meal. Is it all worth it? Without a doubt! Your dinner is elegantly prepared, and each course brings new delights. Named the second best fine dining restaurant in the U.S. by TripAdvisor! State special dietary needs in advance. Must be at least 10 years old. Call 407-824-1089 to confirm 24 hours in advance.