Resorts & Downtown Disney Archives

REVIEW: Celebrate the Season of Love with New Specialty Cocktails from GCH Craftsman Bar & Grill at Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa

February 6, 2022

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and GCH Craftsman Bar & Grill has us prepared with these love-themed specialty cocktails. Keep on reading for our review of these new drinks. Tuxedo Strawberry – $17 Bacardi raspberry rum, dark creme de cacao, strawberry puree and half and half. Served “up” in a chocolate-coated martini glass … Read more

PHOTOS: Final Day of Earl of Sandwich, Sugarboo & Co. Now Closed at Downtown Disney District

January 27, 2022

Today we’re saying “Goodbye, Earl” as it’s the final day of operation for Earl of Sandwich at Downtown Disney District. A few guests were eating at the restaurant for the final time. We noticed many things covered and crossed out on the menu. Nearby, Sugarboo & Co. is now closed, after having its final day … Read more

5 New Vegan Flavors Come to Salt & Straw at Downtown Disney

January 8, 2022

Each month, Salt and Straw features new monthly vegan ice cream flavors. Check out the delicious options for January. Salt & Straw offers vegan ice cream flavors inspired by another classic sweet treat- cup cakes! This month guests can devour these 5 new “cupcake” flavors! Renewal Mill’s Chocolate Salted Caramel Cupcake Renewal Mills upcycles unused … Read more

REVIEW: New Holiday Drinks at Trader Sam's Enchanted Tiki Bar at Disneyland Resort

November 19, 2021

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New holiday drinks just dropped at Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar at Disneyland Resort and of course, we had to try each one. Keep reading on for our detailed review. Jungle All The Way – $15.50 Fernet Branca, Kahlúa, Lime Juice, Pineapple Juice, and Coconut Cream Weird. Not bad, just weird. The frenet isn’t a common … Read more

REVIEW: Mickey-shaped Halloween Treats from GCH Craftsman Grill Offer Simple Flavors at Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa

September 5, 2021

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Three new Mickey-shaped Halloween treats have arrived at GCH Craftsman Grill at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa. Mickey-shaped Pumpkin Cupcake — $7 This adorable pumpkin cupcake with Mickey ears was very sweet with far too much frosting. The spice cake is good, light, and fluffy. Baking them this small makes each cake controlled a … Read more

REVIEW: NEW Cookie Shot Glass, Oogie Boogie Trick & Treat Cupcakes, and More Halloween Treats Arrive at Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa

September 4, 2021September 3, 2021

A whole host of Halloween treats have arrived for the spookiest season at the Holiday Cart inside Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa. Jack Skellington Cookie – $9 Jack Skellington and the two cookies below are standard Disney shortbread cookies with chocolate coatings. Very cute, very Instagram-able, but it’s the same standard cookie you can … Read more

REVIEW: S'mores Glazed Beignets Sweeten Ralph Brennan's Jazz Kitchen Express in the Downtown Disney District

August 27, 2021

It’s no secret that we love beignets, and we also love s’mores. So when we heard that Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen Express at the Downtown Disney District had s’mores glazed beignets, we just had to try them! The beignets, which come four to an order, are chocolate-glazed and topped with a honey graham cracker crust. … Read more

Jungle Cruise Boat Tiki Mugs Available Via Mobile Order at Trader Sam's Enchanted Tiki Bar on July 30

July 29, 2021

On Friday, July 30, the new Jungle Cruise boat tiki mugs will be available via mobile order at Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar in the Disneyland Hotel. According to Disney Parks Blog, these mugs will be available for a limited time, possibly just that day. They can only be purchased via mobile order on the … Read more

REVIEW: Character Dining (and An Actual Buffet) Returns to Disneyland with Mickey’s Tales of Adventure Breakfast at Storytellers Café

July 25, 2021July 25, 2021

Storytellers Café in Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa reopened in late May with a non-buffet dinner. The Mickey’s Tales of Adventure Breakfast is now back, with both a buffet and distanced characters. Arrival There’s a QR code to view the menu on your phone before perusing the buffet. Breakfast is $49 per adult and … Read more

PHOTOS: Tangaroa Terrace Tropical Bar & Grill Reopens at The Disneyland Hotel

July 2, 2021

Tangaroa Terrace Tropical Bar & Grill has reopened with the rest of The Disneyland Hotel this weekend. Guests can use the Disneyland App to mobile order before entering the restaurant. There’s a breakfast menu, lunch and dinner menu, and a bar menu. There’s no physical distancing. Cast Members are still wearing masks. Some self-service stations … Read more

Trader Sam's "Shrunken Zombie Head" Drink Renamed as Cultural Sensitivity Changes Continue at Disneyland Resort

June 28, 2021

The popular “Shrunken Zombie Head” beverage at Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar at the Disneyland Hotel has had a name change. Prior to the bar’s reopening on July 2, the drink is now simply called “Zombie”. The menu on Disneyland’s website shows the new name. This change is likely in line with the series of … Read more

REVIEW: New Fruity Crunch Glazed Beignets Satisfy the Sweet Tooth at Ralph Brennan's Jazz Kitchen Express in Downtown Disney

June 10, 2021

Today we tasted a new, festive beignet for you fruity cereal lovers out there. Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen, which specializes in quick service Cajun and Creole food, carries original New Orleans beignets in various quantities. In addition, they now offer seasonal glazed beignets for those looking to branch out from the norm. Fruity Crunch Glazed … Read more

REVIEW: Storytellers Cafe Reopens with a Delicious Non-Buffet Meal at Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa

May 31, 2021May 31, 2021

As the phased reopening of Disneyland Resort continues, we’re seeing the return of more dining locations. At Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, Storytellers Cafe has reopened as a sit-down restaurant instead of a buffet. Arrival Diners get three hours of free valet parking at the Grand Californian and they will check the name on … Read more

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

April 30, 2021April 30, 2021

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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

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

April 29, 2021

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

April 29, 2021

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