All of the restaurants we mention here require reservations, known at Walt Disney World as "priority-seating arrangements." Here's how it works: Call ahead and get a dining time, show up a few minutes early, and get the next available table. This sometimes means a short wait.
- To make priority-seating arrangements, call (407) WDW-DINE (939-3463).
- For reservations at Arthur's 27, call (407) 827-3450.
Looking for a meal that isn't fancy and gourmet, yet is something completely over-the-top? Shula's is one of only a few places where we could eat just about every night. It can be found on virtually any "top 10 steakhouses of the U.S. list." And for good reason, too. Porterhouse, New York strip, filet mignon: Shula's has it all and it's all exceptionally good. Great, even. Don't miss their creamed spinach or Shula's incredible potato pancake. If a mouth-watering steak is not your thing, Shula's also features an inviting selection of fish, lobster, lamb, and poultry. All of it is outstanding.
Arthur's 27, Wyndham Palace Resort & Spa at Downtown Disney
We think Arthur's 27 is the most overlooked restaurant at Disney. High atop the Wyndham Palace, Arthur's easily takes our award for best view and Arthur's is also one of the most beautiful and romantic places to dine at Walt Disney World. But there's more to Arthur's than just a pretty face. The restaurant features the wonderful cuisine of Chef Teresa Connors. On our last visit here, we enjoyed a stunning sea bass with orange buerre blanc and a fabulous appetizer of foie gras served on a hazelnut baklava. Besides an a la carte menu, Arthur's also offers two fixed-price, four- and five-course dinners. Either is the perfect way to introduce yourselves to this fine restaurant, where cuisine, service, and ambience all come together to make a perfect dining experience. For reservations at Arthur's 27, call (407) 827-3450.
Boma, Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge
Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge is home to two of our Disney favorites. Boma is our pick for Disney's best buffet and it is certainly one of the most exotic meals around. The huge spread not only features a variety of dishes from all over Africa, but also a tasty selection of American favorites. Whatever your tastes, you'll find plenty to enjoy here, and if you are an adventurous eater, this is a restaurant you'll not want to miss.
Jiko - The Cooking Place, Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge
Jiko - The Cooking Place is the lodge's upscale eatery and it is beautiful, indeed. Beneath a flight of stylized bird lights and overlooking a small pond, Chef Anette Grecchi-Gray and her team serve up a menu of wonderful treats, each creation reflecting the varied cultures and abundant flavors of Africa. Roast duck, basil-crusted rack of lamb, and warm onion tart are just a few of Jiko's sublime offerings. If you haven't seen the Animal Kingdom Lodge, let either of these great dining choices be your reason to visit.
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