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No Italian? No Way!
Tips
Longtime Epcot dining fixture L'Originale Alfredo di Roma is no longer on Epcot's
menu of dining options. It's been replaced, albeit temporarily, by
Tutto Italia.
Set
inside one of the most beautiful of the world pavilions, the replacement retains
its spot as one of Epcot's most popular restaurants, even after having changed
hands (which is likely attributed to its fabulous food and noticeably friendly ser-
vice). The elegant establishment features a menu filled with traditional pastas,
fish, chicken, and pork; kids will find a small selection of familiar favorites. If you
want a quieter setting, ask for a seat on the veranda overlooking the center
courtyard. Lunch costs $15 to $28; dinner runs $24 to $36—sides are priced sep-
arately (and run about $8 a pop). A permanent restaurant, run by the same own-
ers, is slated to open in late 2010, though at press time details had yet to be
released.
children's meals. All require theme-park admission and the $12 parking fee. These res-
taurants are located on the “Epcot Dining” map on p. 133.
Note:
Because the clientele at even the fanciest Epcot World Showcase restaurant
comes directly from the park, you don't have to dress up for dinner, but do bring along
a sweater or sweatshirt to ward off the sometimes chilly indoor temperatures.
Advance
Reservations,
which reserves your place but not a specific table, is available at all WDW
sit-down restaurants and is strongly recommended. Otherwise, the chances of getting a
table without a wait—often a long wait—are pretty slim (and you run the risk of not
getting a table at all). Call
&
407/939-3463
for Advance Reservations.
Expensive
Coral Reef
SEAFOOD All of the seating at this aptly named establishment surrounds
a 5.6-million-gallon aquarium filled with tropical fish and a coral reef. While some of
Disney's denizens swim by, songs such as Debussy's “La Mer” and Handel's “Water
Music” softly play in the background. Tiered seating, mainly in semicircular booths,
allows everyone a good view. You'll be provided with pictorial fish listings so you can put
names on the faces swimming by your table. This is one of the most popular restaurants
in all of the parks, especially with kids—what could be better than a fish tank of tremen-
dous proportions to entertain tinier tots while you eat? The menu primarily features fresh
seafood and shellfish, including grilled mahimahi, grilled tilapia, and seared salmon. A
selection of landlubber fare is available as well. Wine is available by the glass.
Living Seas Pavilion, Future World.
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407/939-3463.
www.disneyworld.com. Advance Reservations
recommended. Main courses $13-$28 lunch, $17-$31 dinner. AE, DC, DISC, MC, V. Daily 11:30am-3pm
and 4:30pm-park closing. Parking $12.
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Les Chefs de France
NOUVELLE FRENCH Focusing on nouvelle cuisine, Les
Chefs de France is one of the most expensive restaurants at Epcot, but not without good
reason. An eye-catching, domed-glass exterior hides an intimate Art Nouveau interior,
filled with candelabras and glass-and-brass partitions. An outdoor dining area adds to the
authentic brasserie atmosphere. You can credit three internationally acclaimed chefs—
Paul Bocuse, Roger Verge, and Gaston LeNotre—with the menu here, which combines
fresh Florida ingredients with a good dose of French imports. Light sauces (when compared
