Underrated Restaurants at DVC Resorts

Did you know that you don’t have to be staying at a DVC resort in order to dine there? Disney World is home to so many wonderful restaurants and dining experiences. Whether you choose to dine at the parks or the resorts, you will surely find a restaurant that is suitable to everyone’s tastes. DVC resorts are not only home to incredible villas and luxury accommodations, but also to great dining. You might be familiar with popular dining locations like Ohana and California Grill, but what about DVC restaurants that tend to fly under the radar? If you have an upcoming vacation to Disney World then be sure to check out these underrated restaurants at DVC resorts.

Cape May Cafe at Disney’s Beach Club Resort

You are probably familiar with popular character dining experiences, but have you heard of Cape May Cafe? Located at Disney’s Beach Club Resort, this restaurant is inspired by the New England coast. Minnie, Daisy, and other friends appear during breakfast in their beachy best. Guests can enjoy personal interactions with characters while they indulge in an all-you-care-to-enjoy breakfast buffet. Delicious favorites like Salted Caramel Beach Buns, omelet and carving stations, Mickey waffles, and more are served for breakfast. For dinner, Cape May Cafe becomes a seafood-lover’s paradise with incredible offerings like seafood pasta salad, New England Clam Chowder, New England Traditional Steam Boil, and Paella. While characters don’t appear during dinner, the peaceful ambiance of this restaurant is worth experiencing.

Olivia’s Cafe at Disney’s Old Key West Resort

Old Key West is the original DVC Resort, and its “old Florida” vibes are apparent throughout. Olivia’s Cafe is a small-town style restaurant that feels as if it is family-owned. Photos of DVC families line the walls as guests enjoy brunch or dinner at this understated restaurant. For brunch, guests can enjoy southern specialties like Buttermilk Fried Chicken, Banana Bread French Toast, and Crab Cakes Benedict. For dinner, guests love the Mahi Mahi, Shrimp Scampi, and West Indian Tofu and Coconut Curry. After your meal you can take a relaxing walk around Old Key West and experience for yourself why so many guests love this resort.

Story Book Dining at Artist Pointe with Snow White at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge

Another incredible character dining experience resides within a DVC resort. Story Book Dining at Artist Pointe with Snow White is an incredible experience at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge. This restaurant is beautiful and designed to feel like an enchanted forest as Snow White and some of the 7 Dwarfs visit you at your table. You might even see the Evil Queen herself! This enchanting dining experience is a 3-course meal with options for appetizers like Hunter’s Pie and Wild Mushroom Bisque. Guests can select from entrees like “Cottage” Beef Stroganoff, Brother’s Grimm Herb Chicken, and Magic Mirror’s Slow-braised Pork Shank. For dessert, guests can even indulge in a “Poison” Apple.

Kona Cafe at Disney’s Polynesian Resort

Many guests are familiar with the popular Ohana Restaurant at Disney’s Polynesian Resort, but did you know that another incredible restaurant is located just around the corner? Kona Cafe is a relaxed and casual sit-down dining experience that takes all of the great flavors of the South Seas and infuses them into some American-style foods. For breakfast, guests can try the famous Tonga Toast- a banana-stuffed sourdough French Toast rolled in cinnamon sugar and served with strawberry compote. For lunch and dinner, guests will love the large sushi menu, poke bowls, and unique entrees like Sautéed Red Quinoa with Mahi and Kona-braised Short Rib.

Where do you enjoy eating when you visit DVC resorts? Let us know in the comments below!

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