Even More Dining is Coming Back to Walt Disney World and Aulani
More restaurants are coming back to Walt Disney World and Disney Aulani. What's back and what's new, plus pool upcoming pool closures at three Walt Disney World hotels that will affect your Disney vacation.
A Sneak Peek at the New Menu at Disney's BoardWalk Deli (Opening Soon!)
Opening later this summer (it's already August, so we're not sure when it will be), the BoardWalk Deli is the reimagined version of the former BoardWalk Bakery. Here's a sneak peek of some of the new deli offerings coming to the BoardWalk Deli with inspiration coming from New York and the Jersey Shore. Everything will be baked in house.
For breakfast there's everything from a bagel with eggs, sausage and cheddar to a plant-based ciabatta breakfast sandwich.
For lunch and dinner there are hot and cold deli sandwiches, a classic pastrami reuben and a signature Italian sub. Or go for a roast chicken sandwich or grilled cheese with tomato soup. For dessert, there are cannolis, scones, crumbcake and much more.
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New Offerings at Victoria and Albert's at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort
As always, there is an impressive array of multiple courses, now including dishes like Glacier 51 Toothfish with charred mushroom and sambal, Heirloom Tomatoes with gazpacho and 100 Year Balsamico, and Carrot Tikka Masala with cilantro and puri bread. For a sweet, the Spectrum of Chocolate is back and now features four specialty sourced chocolates and a tableside presentation of sabayon with notes of Madagascar vanilla bean, Champagne, and Grand Marnier.
Finally, a new zero-proof cocktail pairing will be available as a regular offering for anyone wanting to experience unique non-alcoholic beverages crafted to complement each course. One new offering is the Guajillo Spice, which is smoked tableside to highlight the rich flavors of roasted guajillo chilis, charred jalapeños, and black peppercorn, as well as a touch of caramelized sweetness from turbinado sugar and fresh lime.
The newly renovated interior has crystal chandeliers, custom murals and new wall coverings that modernize what has always been a lavish location. There are still three dining options, including the main Dining Room serves a tasting menu that highlights seasonal flavors.
The Queen Victoria Room offers a menu created by the chef de cuisine just for you in a setting "fit for royalty," and includes tableside presentations.
The Chef’s Table is the premium one-of-a-kind experience where the culinary team creates a custom tasting menu. If you want to interact with the chefs, this is the one for you.
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Ama Ama Reopening at Disney Aulani, Hawaii
Over at Disney Aulani, Ama Ama will be reopening this fall with a new dinner-only dining experience.
The restaurant has been reimagined and we will share more details about the menu when it's released.
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Upcoming Walt Disney World Pool Closures
From approximately January through April 2024 routine maintenance will be happening at the following Walt Disney World Resort hotel pools (meaning these pools will be closed, so plan accordingly):
- Fantasia Pool at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort
- Fuentes del Morro Pool at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort
- Doubloon Lagoon at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter
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