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California Grill Orlando Reviews from The Last Year
Save your money
I would like to say it was similar to the California Grill prepandemic, but it’s not. It’s mediocre at best. They have a price fixed menu and the food is just not that great quality. My granddaughter had the children’s steak and rice, the rice was hard. The bread doesn’t come out to the table completely cut. My steak was good but the rest of the plate was eh. The fireworks don’t let you down and I guess that is what we are paying for now. The waiter this evening was a disappointment. I’m sure he was trying very hard, but it came off as annoying and smart a$$. My granddaughter wanted to go there for her birthday and he just left the cake on the table during fireworks. There was no candle or Mickey confetti. It was just okay for an almost $400 dinner. We will def have to rethink going back again. We need to give it a break and suggest you do as well.
Amazing views and great service made for a very enjoyable
Amazing views and great service made for a very enjoyable experience . The food with wine pairing was delicious . The ravioli in tomato broth hit the spot and my filet was perfect for a rainy night . The peanut butter banana dessert and chocolate torte were decadent . The views of Magic Kingdom lit up at night were great, and we saw the fireworks from the restaurant !
The first thing that should be said here is Walter.
If you're going to California Grill he is the man you want/need waiting on you. I have been going here for years and years and have always requested him. People knock CG because they went Prix Fixe on their menu. I do understand that. It sucks you can't just go here and order just an entree. For me I always want the full experience when I am here so I would be ordering 3 courses regardless. The oil with tomato and garlic of bread they give you here is insane good. Is most cases this texture is a nightmare for me but I load a ton of this stuff up on my bread and eat more than I should even admit. Although they took the wontons off the main menu you can still order them at a separate charge. That REALLY sucks because these things are amazing. Luckily they let me have them one last time. I also had the wagu surf and turf roll. This was very good and I was a little hesitant on eating raw meat but it was fine. The main entree I got was the pork tenderloin. The pork is so tender you can cut it with a fork. I am not a pork belly person at all but they do it great here. For dessert they brought out a nice piece of confetti cake for my birthday. I also ordered the spiced panna cotta and this has fall all over it. When they take it off the menu, for a new seasonal dessert I am going to be upset unless it's something strawberry. That is the only acceptable replacement. All in all California Grill is my GOAT at Walk Disney World. At least GOAT 1A. The whole experience is just awesome. We typically walk over from MK and you're just drooling the whole way over looking up at the restaurant ready to go do some serious damage to some food, and your wallet. Once you get up there and walk into the main dining area the view just punches you in the face. It's stunning. Especially if you get a window seat during sunset where you can literally watch the sunset between The Grand Floridian and MK. The dim the lights during fireworks and pump in the music. You can also go outside on the balcony and watch them as well. If you have never been here you definitely need to try it if the price won't set you back too far.
Spectacular Service, Drinks, and Food! Top shelf in every way.
We had the pleasure to dine at Disney’s California Grill for a special dinner. What a surprise as we checked in to run into a cast member (Mary) from our home town. We had a lovely table with sight lines for the evenings fireworks at the Magic Kingdom. It was spectacular! The meal and service (Holly) was even more spectacular. The apps that we shared were the Goat Cheese Raviolo and the Pomegranate and Apple Salad. Both were outstanding and packed with flavor. Our mains were the Oak Grilled Filet and upgraded to a delicious Wagyu steak that was the best steak I have ever had! Served with seasonal vegetables that all put together gave savory bites. We chose the higher level wine pairing with our meals. Every single wine was outstanding. Truly wonderful Cabernets that were expertly served. Our desserts, the Chocolate Ganache Torte and Spiced Panna Cotta put an exclamation point to our meal. Both were full of flavor and the Torte would satisfy any chocolate lover. The Panna Cotta was unlike any we have had before. The elements put together were of a savory nature but balanced by the base of the Panna Cotta. This meal is a great value for a high end meal. Cab;t wait to go back on our next trip!
We visited California Grill for the first (and last) time a
We visited California Grill for the first (and last) time a few nights ago. I really wanted to like this restaurant, but unfortunately it fell short on many levels. Pro's. - Service. The wait staff at this restaurant are top notch, friendly and helpful. Very attentive and overall is the only reason it got the second star. - Beautiful view and decor. - Delicious appetizers. We enjoyed the Sushi (two orders) and Rizini Pizza. Both shareable and was a good way to start off the meal. Complimentary bread was also good - They accept AP and DVC discounts Con's - Food: The entrees were was extremely disappointing. Very small portions (to be expected) but everything was over salted on all 4 of our plates. All the meats had sea salt all over them that you could see and definitely taste. - We had a 5pm (right when they opened) reservation. The line to check in was very lengthy. Staff don't arrive to the host stand until 4:55. Many people were standing around earlier to try and get checked in/information with no help. We arrived shortly after 4:30 to just see a line of people. Highly recommend using online check in in the Disney app. - Our seating. The server informed us they would be raising the shade eventually to see the view... However at 6pm the sun is still up, and worse yet, shining almost directly into the restaurant. This is the crown jewel of this restaurant. The over view of Seven Seas Lagoon and Magic Kingdom and to have the view obstructed (for us anyway) the entire time by shades was a massive let down. If we ever return here (unlikely) we will definitely arrange for seating after 7pm to get the night time view. In our opinion the restaurant shouldn't even offer reservations that early if you can't enjoy this part of it until after dark. Open the restaurant at 6:30 if that's the case. - Outside walkways to for the overview were closed during our visit. Another bummer we were looking forward to. - Price. We knew this going in. at $90 +Tax/gratuities per person it's steep for what you get. You can get a much better meal and deal down stairs at Steakhouse 71 (one of our favorites on property) for a fraction of the price.
Amazing Birthday Dinner at The California Grill in Disney World
We just had an outstanding birthday dinner at the California Grill at the Comtemporary Resort at Disney World. My husband ‘s and my birthday are one day apart and we celebrated tonight. Our waiter, Roberto, made excellent suggestions and brought us complimentary Champagne to celebrate! I tried their new (first day on the menu) vegan entree a delicious stuffed ravioli with giant trumpet mushrooms that tasted and had the texture of scallops. My husband had the grouper. We were both delighted with our dinners. Roberto also recommended a wonderful rose. The evening ended on the roof of the Contemporary watching fireworks from the Magic Kingdom ..
I had such a great experience at the California Grill! The
I had such a great experience at the California Grill! The parking lot was pretty full and we had to have a reservation to get into the lot because they are so close to the parks. We checked into our reservation on the second floor and had a private elevator take us up to the reservation when they were ready for us. We were seated at a window seat which was super nice! We couldn't quite see the castle from there though, so we had to go out onto the balcony for a better view. We went a little later in the night so we could catch the firework show at the Magic Kingdom. It was amazing! You couldn't have had a better view anywhere else in the area! The fireworks were right above the castle and it was so pretty! Once the show was over, we went back inside to enjoy the rest of our meal. They timed everything out so that we could watch the show and then have our food come out, so it wasn't just sitting there the whole time getting cold! The menu was a flat rate, 3 course meal. There were items like the Wagu that was more expensive, but you had to read the fine print to notice it. Everything was delicious and very well plated. I really enjoyed every aspect of this place and would love to go back when I'm at Disney!
To bad but one of our favorites has fallen victim of the covid break.
This used to be a must do but it looks like the quality has fallen to the covid break. We ate there the other day ,March 2024. And the sushi was excellent. That's what gave this review 2 stars. The steak was tough and the potatoes severed with it tasteless. The deserts were also 2 star but not standouts. Service was odd we were there at firework time we were seated near the end of the show our waiver was trying to talk with us over the music from the show being played in the restaurant and we could not hear him and he kept coming back we felt rushed. Anyway that's enough for now. Thus used to be good but at this time I would skip it and it is now off our must do list
Great atmosphere, especially if you want a view of the
Great atmosphere, especially if you want a view of the wonderful fireworks at night. The food was just so-so, I was underwhelmed. We had: Sardinian Pizza - Way too big for an app, wish they focused on quality rather than quantity. Taste was ok. Sonoma Goat Cheese Raviolo - Ok, wish it had more broth/sauce. Fire-roasted Venison - Perfectly done! Florida Black Grouper - Fish was overcooked and underseasoned, and cassolette was good. Chef's Selections of California Cheeses - Good White Chocolate Cherry Crème Brûlée - Not recommended, very obvious they prepped it days ago because it tasted stale and straight out of the fridge.
One of my favorite restaurants.
. the view is spectacular and you can watch the fireworks outside the window from Magic Kingdom. You can see the castle if you are seated by the window, and the service is extraordinary. I will say that this place is extremely expensive. The food is great, but I don't know if it warrants what they are charging. Regardless, this is a staple and I always make a point when I'm in Disney to visit.
We had eaten at the California Grill in the past, the food
We had eaten at the California Grill in the past, the food and service has always been excellent. On this visit, we wanted to have some snacks at the bar and then watch the Magic Kingdom fireworks. Our bartender Ray who has been working there since its opening was excellent. He made recommendations and also gave us a tip as to watching the show. The place is beautiful with a casual but refined elegance. We had two orders of Short Rib Wontons (one was not enough). We highly recommend them. Drinks poured were great and we had a very nice time.
Magical Views and Delicious Bites
The California Grill Lounge provides a delightful and upscale experience without the formality of the main dining room. The food is delicious, the views are magical, and the atmosphere is perfect for a special occasion or a casual get-together. While it may not be a budget-friendly option, it's a worthwhile splurge for a memorable Disney dining experience.
Thought this would be a nice dinner while we watched the
Thought this would be a nice dinner while we watched the fireworks from the Magic Kingdom. Incorrect. Let's start off with the price for a pre-fix menu of absolutely the worst choices of food you can pick from, & the portions were insulting. The service was painfully slow & for the time it took to cook my steak, it was raw. Literally raw. The only saving grace was the pizza. DO NOT RECOMMEND. Too many fabulous restaurants in Disney. Skip this one.
We were lucky enough to be at the Contemporary just as the
We were lucky enough to be at the Contemporary just as the restaurant opened and got seats at the bar. This was to be the first stop on our monorail crawl. Our bartender Ray was a pleasure and at his suggestion, we ordered two blackberry sour mocktails and one blackberry sour. We watched him muddle the huge blackberries and mix our drinks with a homemade sour lemonade. Wow! They were great! There was a small appetizer menu, a couple of sushi rolls and a sushi combo. The one that stood out to us was a short rib wonton. There were 4 on the dish. The presentation was very pretty and the taste was outstanding! We enjoyed the atmosphere, food and drink. The great service was a plus. We will remember this stop for our next visit!
If you expect this to be an upscale Disney dining
If you expect this to be an upscale Disney dining experience given the high prices and quality of food you'd be wrong. The food was indeed great (especially by Disney standards), our waiter was extra awesome and we had a great view of the fireworks but they seated us in the middle of the restaurant by the server station, a noisy, crowded main thoroughfare with servers rushing all around us and out-of-control kids running everywhere. The waiter kindly asked the manager to move us to one of several quieter tables right near us but the manager rudely refused unless we waited longer - when we already had to wait past our reservation time. We stayed in our table but they never filled the empty tables near us. For an overpriced $89 price fixe and no other option (wish they offered a La carte, especially as we didn't want dessert) you should get a quieter table upon request. We felt like we were eating in the middle of a crowded shopping mall food court with no ventilation.
We went for my birthday for the firework dinner and it was
We went for my birthday for the firework dinner and it was so delicious. I received the goat cheese ravioli for the appetizer and it was so delicious I still think about it. The crème brûlée I wouldn't recommend. It was super sweet and didn't have very much flavor.
Terrible experience.
Service was poor. Tried to order a diabetic meal and they were unfriendly. I can't understand why they ask you about allergies but do nothing about it. You just cannot trust them.
Not a good place to eat as the quality of food is just poor.
It’s very hard to justify the value this restaurant offers as food is below average . We ordered red snapper and this was a disappointment the risotto was very salty and the fish was dry, looks like the person cooking the food didn’t care about what he or she is doing. 2nd main course was chicken and the chicken was not so great either with a very miss-match accompaniment and I will give these 2/10.
I came here with some work colleagues who had made some
I came here with some work colleagues who had made some reservations and wanted to watch the fireworks and what an absolute treat! It is a pre set menu but there are tons of options. Overwhelming the staff was amazing. Our waiter was so nice and welcoming and had the perfect amount of chat. He even gave advice on the menu items and it was truly great with the fireworks as the cherry on top! Their bread service is also delicious and that was unexpected. For the starter I got the spicy Kazan roll and this was truly the star. Our whole table loves it. For the main I got the grouper which was a giant piece and super flaky. For the dessert I got the creme brulee and just wow My only complaint is price but to be honest I didn't mind because work was paying haha. Overall great!
Service was outstanding.
Was able to watch fireworks between entrees and desserts which perfectly broke up the meal. Beautiful evening.
Great service, good food and memorable
This was our second favorite meal of our trip! We are a family of 4 with an 8.5 and 5 year old. The food was yummy, but the desserts weren’t memorable. It’s a 3 course meal and I started with the Pomegranate and Quince Salad and my husband the Sardinian Pizza. We both had the Florida Black Grouper as our entree and for dessert I had the Spiced Panna Cotta and my husband Peanut and Banana Torte. The grouper was cooked perfectly and was unique with white beans and bacon. Our server was attentive and we had excellent service. The kids started out with the salad…my son ate the most lettuce he’s ever eaten and my daughter had the kids steak with mac n cheese and my son the grilled chicken with mac n cheese. If your kids are picky about mac n cheese this is yellow cheese and shells (like velveeta).
fantastic experience
This place is straight up amazing, good food. amazing experience and wonderful drinks. definitely coming back here ;) ya'll know what's the vibe.
Best DINING EXPERIENCE ever!
JUST AN UNFORGETTABLE DINING EXPERIENCE! How can you beat a rooftop restaurant that overlooks all four Disney Parks .. .. Their top-notch staff started me off with thei RAVIOLO that was subtle and delicious .. .. The came their PORK SKILLET which was delicious and the smoothest polenta you will ever fave and topping it off was their CALIFORNIA CHEESE TRAY with a Bleu Cheese that blew my socks off .. .. Most shocking was trying some of the families dishes and they were amazing >>> Their PIZZA appetizer was easily the best pizza I've ever had and their KIM CHI FRIED RICE was the best fried rice I've ever had too! And, as fireworks started, our server directed us to the outdoor patio to view the fireworks and had fresh coffee awaiting us when we returned to the table .. .. We were seated at 5:00PM and didn't leave the restaurant until after the fireworks at 8:30PM .. .. An unforgettable night!
Gone significantly downhill sadly
We have been coming to California Grill for the past 11 years, normally visiting twice a year. It has been one of our favourite restaurants in Walt Disney World and has always been a must do. Sadly after our most recent visit I don't think we will return Since reopening after the pandemic it is now a 3 course prix fixe menu for $89. This wasn't a massive concern for us, we would normally have 3 courses, and we were happy with the menu. This has always been a fine dining experience, with great service - things have changed. We had to order all 3 courses at the same time which made it feel more like a counter service meal. We also ordered the deluxe wine pairings for each course, as well as a cocktail whilst we waited. The appetisers arrived quickly and our wine pairings were poured. This was our first shock. Portion sizes have decreased significantly as you can see from the attached pictures of my spicy Kazan roll from 2020 and 2023! The food was delicious as always and the wines paired beautifully. This was when the 2nd issue cropped up. Before our appetiser plates had even been cleared, the staff attempted to bring out our mains. They had to quickly clear the plates before bringing our mains, but no sign of the wine pairings. By the time our waitress told us she was bringing the wine, we had pretty much finished our mains. We told her that we didn't want the pairings and asked to have them removed from the bill. We also told her that it really didn't feel like a fine dining experience after she told us it was good that the food was brought out quickly! I don't think she understood at all The final straw was the cheese plate for dessert - again a massive decrease in portion sizes - see attached pictures. From 5 cheeses down to 3! I mentioned that I wanted an after dinner drink, like we would do most times to enjoy a leisurely finish to our meal, and the waitress asked several times what I wanted in what seemed like an attempt to rush us through. I would understand this if they needed the table, but it was after 9:30pm, and there were many empty tables around us if they needed to seat more guests. It just appeared that they were keen to get rid of us, again very different to any previous experience at California Grill. We have done dinner and brunch here, we have ordered speciality cakes from the chef in the past, all because of how good this restaurant was. All in all a disappointment and massively sad how far this once great restaurant appears to have fallen. We don't mind the prix fixe menu, but the portion sizes and service need to return to what they were before. If they don't, I think we will give the restaurant a miss going forward, which is a real shame.
Hat and flip flops
This is a Michelin star restaurant how I’ve been coming here for years and can’t believe what I am seeing hats and flip flops why am I getting dressed when I can come here in the clothes I wore all day working on my car they have some balls tell me this is a signature restaurant I mean the food is delicious and the service is amazing and then the view second to none but really it’s like you can be a pig and they will let u in I’m sorry but the hole disney higher ups need to eat at there “ SIGNATURE”restaurants maybe they should make it a fast food establishment it all going to the dogs
Plate banging
This is the worst place to eat dinner. I got seated by the kitchen so all I heard was the dishes banging all dinner. I could not talk to my party without yelling across the table. I got a migraine from the banging of the plates. I could move my table after dinner and before dessert. At that time I wanted to leave way before that. Steak was overcooked and the red snapper was like warm. Terrible
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Great Service - amazing dinner!!
Read about the site in NYT and bought a reservation at Mother Wolf in LA 2 days later. Worked great and the food was amazing!!!
Worked perfectly!
Got the reservation (that I couldn't get anywhere else) and was able to entertain a group of friends at the infamous Bern's Steakhouse.
Got into Nobu Malibu
Wonderful! My parents are visiting and we have wanted to go to Nobu Malibu for years. I tried getting a reservation myself but it was next to impossible. So glad I was able to buy a reservation on appointment trader for a decent price!
Very easy
Was very hesitant going into this experience but am glad to say that it worked out very well ! will definitely use appointment trader in the future
Fabulous Lunch
I was veeeeeerry skeptical that this would work, particularly at a restaurant as hard to get into as Nobu Malibu, and it was perfect! We had lunch outside on the patio and it was fabulous!
Great reviewer team
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Incredible
I got a reservation to Don Angie, which I've been trying to book for weeks! I am very happy with this service.
Best platform out there!
Super simple, easy, and fast to secure reservations for hard-to-get restaurants and locations!
This app is life changing
This app has opened my world up to so many wonderful new experiences I would never have the chance to have without access to this awesome app! 10/10!
Worked perfectly
Was a little nervous at first but was pleased to see that the booking went through flawlessly.
Highly recommended.
Success on Short Notice
Was able to snag an indoor table at Don Angie through an absolutely seamless worry-free process.
Worked perfectly, thank you!
This is a crazy holiday season in NYC and I was very pleasantly surprised to see that AppointmentTrader works! Will be using again!
Worked flawlessly!
Worked so well! I was a bit nervous, but everything went very smoothly. purchased the reservation, and got into the restaurant seamlessly.
Love this app!
So glad I came across this app :)
Quick table in Miami
I didn’t have my hopes high as it was a party of 4. In 24 hours I had a carbone reservation available! I was very happy as my family really wanted to come here
Prime time, great meal
So easy and had a prime time which I can never seem to get on normal res apps. So worth it
Got impossible NYC res
instead of waiting weeks I got my 4 charles reservation instantly
Worked perfectly to get into Carbone. So delighted
perfect
Worked well, got me into a restaurant with no availability
I was skeptical, and I still don't really know how they managed to find this hard-to-find reservation, but it was a win-win from my point of view, and I'll use this service again.
Last minute reservation for Delilah Las Vegas
Got a last minute reservation, dinner for 2 at Delilah Las Vegas: super impressed! The process was simple, transaction seamless. We had an amazing time! Couldn’t be happier! 😍
It works!
Ok at this point I've attended a reservation purchased on AT by a friend and sold a reservation personally. Both worked pretty smoothly, nothing sketchy about it. A few areas for improvement including a way to more directly communicate between buyers and sellers, but the app always seems to be in development. AT customer support is really(!) responsive and helpful too if you have questions!
Money transfer
As a seller, I like the fact i have the ability now to transfer money out of my AT account and into a bank account. Makes getting the money much easier then the process before.
Love this app
Got to go to places otherwise unreachable
Easy Access
Very easy to get into one of the hardest restaurants to reserve in New York.
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Payouts Blocked Because of Sell Through Rate
Does anyone know how AT plans to handle cases where a seller is quitting the platform but has a sell through rate <25%? The error message I got said to fill more bids or find other ways to increase the rate.
Is AT really going to block sellers from withdrawing their money? Especially revenue made before the sell through rate was introduced??
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Transferring reservations is not supported in AT. Why not just use the name in the AT screenshot?
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Same goes for 4 Charles and I Sodi
Prepaid Reservation Fee
Agreed. Ultimately not addressing this month after month is clearly resulting in a drop in certain venue’s rankings & sales.
Congrats on 3 mil
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Process after bid is accepted.
Hey @EvocativeFold67, welcome
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