No Offense, Kids. But Disney Needs to Make A Rule Change at 3 Popular Restaurants
Walt Disney World offers a plethora of dining options across property. From quick service eateries to a MICHELIN Star-winning restaurant, there’s seemingly something for everyone. However, that doesn’t mean everything is for everyone.
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From the countless restaurants inside Disney World’s four parks to those located at each hotel on property, as well as in Disney’s BoardWalk area and Disney Springs, there are some that we would argue should have an age minimum in place, at least during certain times of day. We know that might sound like sacrilege since Walt Disney World is a family destination first and foremost, but it wouldn’t be without precedent.
Now, to start, we want to preface by saying that we’re not saying kids shouldn’t be allowed at these restaurants AT ALL — we’re just saying that, at a certain late hour of the night, maybe it’s time for an 18+ or 21+ experience (and kids are usually exhausted and going to bed by this time anyway). Something similar to what Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto and Tiki Bar at Disney’s Polynesian Village does! After 8PM each night, only guests 21+ are admitted to Trader Sam’s, and we think that would do well to be applied to a few more places (with maybe a slightly later start time).
Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto
California Grill at Disney’s Contemporary Resort
First up on our list is California Grill. This restaurant is typically open until 10PM most nights, with dinner being served from 5-10PM. That’s relatively early, but we do think maybe starting adults-only (or 16+) reservations at 8PM could be beneficial, OR having certain days of the week where dining is adults-only. Families wouldn’t be able to book a reservation on those particular nights and add their kids on, so just in case they miss the statement saying that 1-2 nights a week it’s adults-only dining, they wouldn’t be able to make a reservation only to be disappointed later.
California Grill
While the panoramic views at this restaurant can be enjoyed by everyone, it is a more upscale environment, which some kids find to be more boring, and sometimes the menu doesn’t appeal to their tastebuds either. However, if you’re an adult visiting and you want to dine here, and hope it’s a little quieter, you can also always check out the lounge! Kids are, of course, allowed in here as well, but since it’s first-come, first-served, many families will prefer a solid reservation to ensure they’ll get to eat.
Fireworks out the windows at California Grill
Getting a spot at the lounge is never guaranteed, but the earlier you arrive that evening, the better chance you’ll have!
CÃtricos at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
Next up on the list is also on the Magic Kingdom Hotel area Monorail loop, but we also think CÃtricos could benefit from some adults-only or 16+ dining every once in a while, especially around dinner time. Now, this restaurant is typically only open until about 9:30, so here, we think having adults-only reservations begin at 8PM 1-2 days a week, could be beneficial.
CÃtricos
This is another fine-dining establishment, although it’s not as expensive as California Grill, which sits at $60+ per adult for its prix-fixe meal. Attire is expected to match the upscale environment, and while there is a kids menu, it may not be what you want to be spending this money on (for example, a Grilled Cheese Sandwich meal served with JUST a Small Lowfat Milk, Small DASANI® Water, or Small Minute Maid® Apple Juice, is $13.50).
CÃtricos Lounge
There is a lounge here as well, so if you’re visiting soon, be sure to get in line and request a spot in the lounge close to when they open at 5PM.
Flying Fish at Disney’s BoardWalk
Many guests forget about Disney’s BoardWalk, but it’s just a few minutes away by foot from EPCOT, and is easily accessible by Disney’s Hollywood Studios as well. You don’t need to be staying at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn to check out the dining options over here, one of which is Flying Fish. This is another fine dining restaurant that serves gourmet seafood.
Flying Fish
Now, the kids menu here is a little more tied to the restaurant’s seafood theme (but there are other options as well, for kids and adults), but again, since the restaurant is open until 9:30PM, we do think adults-only reservations beginning at 8PM (or adults-only dining on certain days of the week) may be a good idea.
Flying Fish
While Abracadabar is right next door, it doesn’t have the same menu as Flying Fish, which DOESN’T have a lounge. So if you want to try out this menu, dining at the restaurant itself, which ranges in price of $35-$60 per adult, is your only option.
Chilean Sea Bass at Flying Fish
The concept of minimum age requirement, even if only for certain times a day, wouldn’t be a first for Walt Disney World. In fact, there are several restaurants around the resort that currently have one in place. These include:
- GEO-82, EPCOT’s newest lounge, is the first full-time 21+ establishment in a Disney theme park.
- Victoria and Albert’s, the Grand Floridian’s MICHELIN Star-winning signature restaurant, has an age requirement of 10 years old.
- Takumi-Tei, located in EPCOT’s Japan Pavilion, has an age limit of 8 years old.
- Monsieur Paul, located in EPCOT’s French Pavilion, has an age limit of 10 years old.
Inside GEO 82
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