REVIEW: California Grill Retires 50th Anniversary Offerings, Debuts NEW Prix Fixe Menu with Return of Goat Cheese Ravioli at Disney’s Contemporary Resort

With the 50th Anniversary now over, California Grill at Disney’s Contemporary Resort has brought out a new and refreshed prix fixe menu service. Naturally we decided to visit the Signature Dining experience tonight on its very first day to see how the new tastes stack up! The new California Grill dinner costs $89 per adult, … Read more

Reservations Open This Month for New California Grill 3-Course Selection Menu

When “The World’s Most Magical Celebration” ends on March 31, 2023, California Grill at Disney’s Contemporary Resort will stop offering their special 50th anniversary menu. The new three-course selection menu featuring contemporary, market-inspired cuisine will be available beginning April 1, 2023. Reservations for April 1 will open on January 31. A full menu and prices … Read more

New Plant-Based and Seasonal Dishes Coming to California Grill at Disney’s Contemporary Resort on May 26

Starting May 26, California Grill at Disney’s Contemporary Resort will have several new plant-based dishes as well as new seasonal dishes. Appetizers The Florida Peach and Raspberry Salad highlight some of Florida’s fresh, bright, and flavorful ingredients by featuring grilled and fresh peaches, raspberry variations, steel-cut oat granola tart, red onion, and a whipped raspberry vinaigrette. The … Read more

California Grill at Disney’s Contemporary Resort Unavailable After October 2 to Create “Special Dining Experience for 50th Anniversary”

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Guests looking to secure a dining reservation at California Grill will need to do so before October 2. A message on the reservation page states that the Disney’s Contemporary Resort restaurant will be unavailable after October 2. California Grill is currently unavailable for bookings after October 2 as we create a special dining experience for … Read more

The Wave Breakfast to be Offered at California Grill Starting July 16th

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The Wave… of American Flavors at Disney’s Contemporary Resort will be closing July 16 as Disney refurbishes the restaurant in time for the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort. During the closure, The Wave’s breakfast will be available at California Grill. Breakfast will be offered from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM daily according to the Walt … Read more

California Grill Adds and Updates Menu Items at Disney’s Contemporary Resort

The California Grill at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, which reopened in July, has added several new allergy-friendly items to their menu. They have also updated their oak-fired filet of beef dish. Allergy-Friendly Menu The allergy-friendly menu has the following new or returning items. Poached Shrimp Roll with Nori, Jicama and Mango (For Gluten/Wheat, Egg, Fish, and … Read more

Major Chef Shake-Up Takes Place at Walt Disney World’s Top Restaurants

According to Scott Joseph of Scott Joseph’s Orlando Restaurant Guide: Scott Hunnel, the much celebrated chef de cuisine at Victoria & Albert’s restaurant, a position he has held for more than 20 years, has been named executive chef for Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. In that position, he will oversee all the hotel’s restaurants, … Read more

EDITORIAL: Taking Your Teens to Walt Disney World

If you are planning a trip to Disney World with teenagers you might feel like it’s a daunting task.  After all, Disney World is only for little kids, right?  Well don’t you believe it!  Teens can have a great time at Disney World but it takes some planning.  I have three teens of my own who love Disney … Read more