The Disney Traveler

June 8th, 2008

T-Rex Restaurant Construction Photos from Walt Disney World

Last year, I wrote about the new T-Rex Restaurant that is being built in between Downtown Disney and Pleasure Island at Walt Disney World.  Today, I have a new construction photo that shows you the progress of the building as well as the promotional sign stating the new restaurant will open in the Fall 2008.

If […]

By Susan Gunelius -- 8 comments

March 4th, 2008

Celebrate Tavern Day at Walt Disney World

Today is National Tavern Day.  Happy Tavern Day!  If you’re in Walt Disney World for National Tavern Day (March 4th), then take some time to stop of at the two popular “taverns” you can find on Walt Disney World property.
If you’re in Epcot, head over to the United Kingdom pavilion and have a pint (or […]

By Susan Gunelius -- 3 comments

January 6th, 2008

Disney Bans Children Under 10 from Victoria & Albert’s

In a bold move, Disney has banned children under 10 from its fanciest restaurant, Victoria & Albert’s at the Grand Floridian Resort & Spa.  Starting this week, kids are not welcome at the super posh restaurant.
“We want to be the restaurant that’s available for that adult experience,” said general manager Israel Perez.  What would Walt […]

By Susan Gunelius -- 13 comments

July 20th, 2007

Review: Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater at Disney-MGM Studios

The Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater at Walt Disney World’s Disney-MGM Studios is a unique place for lunch or dinner.  This restaurant is themed after drive-in movie theaters that were popular in the 1950s. 
The decor of the Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater screams “drive-in” from top to bottom.  As your family is escorted to the dining area, you’ll immediately […]

By Susan Gunelius -- 1 comment

June 28th, 2007

Riverside Mill and Food Court Reopens at Port Orleans Resort

Riverside Mill and Food Court was closed for refurbishment earlier this year and reopened in April.  I finally had a chance to eat dinner there earlier this week, and I was very pleased with the changes.
The location and ambience remains the same as you would expect from the family-friendly Port Orleans Riverside Resort.  The biggest […]

By Susan Gunelius -- 1 comment

March 2nd, 2007

Top 10 Restaurants for Families with Small Children at Walt Disney World

My husband and I have been taking our triplets to Walt Disney World at least once per week since they were 14 months old.  They’re nearing 3 years old now, and during the past 2 years, we’ve taken them to 75% of the family-friendly restaurants on Walt Disney World property.  It’s amazing in a place […]

By Susan Gunelius -- 2 comments