Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
PART FOUR
DINING
and
SHOPPING
in
and around
DISNEYLAND
DINING
in
DISNEYLAND RESORT
IN THIS SECTION,
we aim to help you find good food without going broke or tripping
over one of Disneyland Resort's many culinary land mines. More than 50 restaurants
operate in Disneyland Resort, including about 25 full-service restaurants, several of
which are inside the theme parks. Collectively, Disney restaurants offer reasonable
variety, serving everything from Louisiana Creole to Texas barbecue, but sadly, inter-
national cuisines other than Mexican, Asian, Mediterranean, and Italian are not repres-
ented.
On the upside, we've never seen as dramatic an improvement in Disneyland res-
taurant quality as we have in the last few years. And this year is no exception. Ingredi-
ents are fresher, preparation is more careful, and even steam tables and buffets are un-
der almost constant supervision. As a whole, the culinary team has definitely stepped
up their game, and we are the winners. Many establishments have undergone complete
menu makeovers, with terrific results. Unlike other attractions and shops inside the re-
sort, the food and beverage operation remains in constant flux. Venues open and close,
add and delete menu items, and change decor throughout the year. We strive to provide
you with the most accurate information possible; however, we do eventually have to
go to press with the most current information we have at the time. Keep this in mind
when using the guide.
You can expect to pay heavy prices for food within Disneyland Resort. Every
meal, snack, and drink is anywhere from 100% to 400% more inside the parks than
outside (not counting Downtown Disney).
With fine dining offered at California Adventure, you can enjoy a glass of wine,
a mug of beer, or even a cocktail inside the resorts without having to exit the park.
Downtown Disney offers a wide variety of dining options, from mediocre to awesome,
from intimate and adult to wild and kid-friendly. The Grand Californian Hotel is home
