PHOTOS, REVIEW: Café Orleans Reopens at Disneyland Park, Legendary Monte Cristo Sandwich Continues to Amaze

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With the reopening of Disneyland comes the reopening of dining locations. We were excited to return to one of our favorites: Café Orleans in New Orleans Square. The casual dining location features a limited selection of New Orleans-influenced entrées, including the famous Monte Cristo sandwich. Cast Members were available to assist Guests just outside the … Read more

REVIEW: “Magic is Here” Cupcake is a Fun Disneyland Reopening Treat at Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe

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Just a spoonful of sugar will help bring back the magic here at the Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe at Disneyland Park! The “Magic is Back” with merchandise and food items to welcome Guests back to Disneyland Resort after its 13-month closure. The Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe has reopened with physical distancing markers lining the queue. … Read more

PHOTOS: Taqueria at Tortilla Jo’s and Napolini Pizzeria Reopen at Downtown Disney District

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Great news, parkgoers! When the parks close this evening, but you’re not ready to stop celebrating the reopening of Disneyland Resort, you can pop over to Downtown Disney District for dinner. There are even more choices available because two quick-service joints, Taqueria at Tortilla Jo’s and Napolini Pizzeria, have officially reopened. It may not be … Read more

REVIEW: New Birthday Cake Celebration Churro is a Sweet Way to Mark the Reopening of Disneyland

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Greetings from The Happiest Place on Earth! Disneyland is open once more, and it feels like it’s time for a celebration. Thankfully, there’s a new way to taste the excitement with the Celebration Churro! The churro can be found at the cart near the hub of the park, just steps away from Sleeping Beauty Castle. … Read more

PHOTOS: Hearthstone Lounge Reopens, Napa Rose and Storytellers Cafe Remain Closed at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa

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Though we have to wait one more day for the grand reopening of Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure, Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa reopened today. Unfortunately, dining at the hotel is limited during the resort’s phased reopening. As of now, Hearthstone Lounge will open at 4:00 PM daily to serve guests. Mobile order … Read more

REVIEW: GCH Craftsman Bar & Grill Charcuterie Pizza Brings Great Flavors to a Reopened Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa

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Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa at Disneyland Resort reopened today, and for now, the GCH Craftsman Bar & Grill are the only dining locations open. The bar and grill currently have the same menu, which is a hybrid of favorites from both locations. Craftsman Grill is using mobile order for now and reservations are … Read more

PHOTOS: Splitsville Luxury Lanes Reopens With Enhanced Health and Safety Measures at Downtown Disney District

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After closing last year due to the closure of Disneyland Resort, Splitsville Luxury Lanes has finally reopened! The modern bowling alley has new health and safety measures in place to ensure a fun and safe experience for guests. Let’s check it out! Ground markers promote physical distancing as guests are lead to the front desk … Read more

REVIEW: Disney Mickey Mouse Strawberry Shake Now Available at Disneyland Resort

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At Black Tap Craft Burgers & Shakes in the Downtown Disney District of Disneyland Resort, you can find this new Mickey Mouse Strawberry Shake! Disney Mickey Mouse Strawberry Shake — $24 The new Disney Mickey Mouse Strawberry Shake from Black Tap in Anahiem is a sweet treat including a Mickey Mouse rice crispy, rock candy, … Read more

REVIEW: Bananas Foster Glazed Beignets at Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen Express in Downtown Disney District

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We may not be able to hang out in New Orleans Square just yet, but that doesn’t mean we can’t get a taste of that French Quarter fare! We decided to swing by Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen Express in Downtown Disney District to get something sweet today. Bananas Foster Glazed Beignets – $13.49 This menu … Read more

REVIEW: New Gold Rush Caramel Sundae is a Treasure at Ghirardelli Soda Fountain & Chocolate Shop in Disney California Adventure

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A new sundae has made its debut at the Ghirardelli Soda Fountain & Chocolate Shop during “A Touch of Disney” in Disney California Adventure and it may be the perfect treat for caramel fans. Gold Rush Caramel Sundae – $13.75 Vanilla ice cream, sea salt, diced almonds, caramel sauce, and whipped cream topped with a … Read more

REVIEW: New Carrot Cake Funnel Fries Get Our Nomination at Award Wieners in Disney California Adventure

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For “A Touch of Disney” ticketed experience, Award Wieners in Hollywood Land is offering a twist on the classic funnel cake fries, and it may be the perfect springtime treat. Carrot Cake Funnel Fries – $8.99 Cinnamon and Sugar-dusted Churro Fries, Crumbled Carrot Cake, Cream Cheese Icing, and Whipped Topping These carrot cake funnel fries … Read more

REVIEW: New Plant-Based Options, Brisket Mac ‘n Cheese, S’mores Shake Disappoint at Smokejumpers Grill at Disney California Adventure

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Smokejumpers Grill has a new menu offering sweet and savory options for “A Touch of Disney”, the limited-capacity ticketed experience that began March 18th, running Thursdays through Mondays, from noon – 8 PM at Disney California Adventure. The new options sound delicious and feature some plant-based options as well, so we decided to try them … Read more

PHOTOS: Lamplight Lounge Reopens for “A Touch of Disney” Event at Disney California Adventure; Collectable Coins Available

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Disney California Adventure reopened today for the “A Touch of Disney” ticketed event. We were eager to visit a dining location that we have missed over the last year: Lamplight Lounge in Pixar Pier. In addition to food, the table service restaurant is offering collectable coins during “A Touch of Disney”. The coins are available … Read more

PHOTOS: Second Starbucks Location Reopens at Downtown Disney District

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The second Starbucks location at Downtown Disney District has reopened, a month after the first one did. Both closed due to California’s stay-at-home order, which has been progressively lifted; most recently, indoor dining was able to resume. Like all dining and shopping locations in Downtown Disney District, the store is promoting physical distancing and other … Read more

REVIEW: New Mint Chocolate Chip Glazed Beignets Arrive for St. Patrick’s Day at Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen Express in Downtown Disney

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Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen Express is serving up some seasonal mint chocolate chip beignets at the Disneyland Resort. This restaurant is at the Downtown Disney District and offers “a taste of New Orleans.” The Jazz Kitchen Express is home to iconic New Orleans fare such as beignets, gumbo, and even sells Cafe Du Monde coffee. … Read more

Full List of Limited-Time St. Patrick’s Day Treats at Disneyland Resort

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Disney has released a full foodie guide to all of the limited-time treats that will be available for St. Patrick’s Day in the next two weeks. The items available include treats as well as full meals at various Downtown Disney District and Buena Vista Street locations. Trolley Treats, Disney California Adventure Park Marceline’s Confectionery, Downtown … Read more