Are you and your family planning to visit Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa on your next vacation? Do you consider yourselves to be foodies? If so, you’re in for a treat because Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa has some of the most fantastic dining options at the Walt Disney World Resort. Read on to learn about some delicious food offerings you can try on your next stay.
Citricos
Citricos is open exclusively for dinner from 5:00 PM to 9:30 PM. All selections are divine, but I have included some of my top picks below. For your starter, grab the $22.00 Citrus-cured Hamachi. This salad has Passion Fruit Nuoc Cham, Compressed Star Fruit, Pasilla Oil, and Blood Orange-puffed Tapioca. It is mouth-watering. For an entree, go with the $52.00 Guava-barbecued Short Ribs. They have Aged Cheddar, Creamy Grits, Roasted Poblano, Curtido Slaw, and Brussels Sprouts. If you are looking to add an enhancement, then the $23.00 Truffle Macaroni & Cheese is divine. With house-made Gnocchetti, Summer Black Truffles, Sottocenere al Tartufo and Tarragon, what’s not to love?
Beaches Pool Bar & Grill
Beaches Pool Bar & Grill is open from 11:00 am to 8:00 pm daily. The entrees are served until 6:00 pm, and while there are many incredible selections, my favorite is the Shrimp Sliders. They are served with Potato Barrels, House-made Chips, or Cucumber Salad. For $14.29, this is the perfect choice for seafood lovers alike! While you’re there, be sure to grab a Lava Smoothie for $6.29. It has a creamy Raspberry Purée mixed with notes of Coconut and Pineapple. Yum!
Narcoossee’s
This coastal eatery is open from 5:00 pm to 9:30 pm, and it is an absolute culinary delight. For your appetizer, grab the delicious Narcoossee’s Chilled Seafood Plateau. It has King Crab, Tuna Poke, Colossal Poached Shrimp, and Coconut Thai Mussels. At $139.00, it is on the more expensive end, but trust me, it is well worth it. For your entree, the Surf & Turf* is a must. It has Filet Mignon, Butter-poached Lobster Tail, Potato Mash, and Roasted Rainbow Vegetables in a Red Wine Demi-glace. At $87.00, it isn’t inexpensive, but just like with the appetizer, it’s worth the splurge. The best dessert on Walt Disney World property is the $17.00 Almond-crusted Cheesecake. It has a Lambert Cherry Sauce and Chantilly. Talk about mouth-watering!
The Cítricos Lounge
Cítricos Lounge is open from 5:00 pm to 9:30 nightly. The Clam Chowder is to die for. It has St. Augustine-style Cedar Key Clams, Purple Potato, and Applewood Bacon. At $17.00, this savory treat can’t be missed. If you are in the mood for an entree, grab the $48.00 Domestic Sustainable Fish. It has Jupiter Rice-Chorizo ‘Risotto,’ Key West Pink Shrimp, and Confit Tomatoes. For dessert, grab the Macchiato. It comes with Baileys Irish Cream Liqueur Coffee Cremeux, Espresso Veil, Coffee Sponge, Mascarpone Ice Cream, and Warm Morita Chile Chocolate Sauce. At $14.00, this dessert is a steal!
Grand Floridian Cafe
This sumptuous restaurant is open for Breakfast from 7:30 am to 11:00 am, Lunch from 11:05 am to 2:00 am, and Dinner from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm. At Breakfast, the $21.00 Steak and Eggs are a can’t-miss. It has Sirloin Steak, Cheesy Hash Brown Casserole, Two Eggs, and a mouth-watering House-made Steak Sauce. For Lunch, snag the $25.00 Grand Floridian Café Signature Burger. It is an Artisanal 7-oz Burger Patty with Brie, Bacon-Pepper Jam, Roasted Garlic Aïoli, and Arugula on a Brioche Bun. It is served with crispy Café Signature Fries. For dinner, the NY Strip Steak and Frites* are devine. For $36.00, you’ll receive Seasonal Vegetables, Café Signature Fries, House Aïoli, and Chimichurri. For dessert, the $9.00 Key Lime Bar is delectable. It is a Graham Cracker Sable with Toasted Meringue and Strawberry Sauce.
Gasparilla Island Grill
Are you looking for a casual restaurant? Look. No further than Gasparilla Island Grill. The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks daily. For breakfast, grab the Breakfast Platter for $12.99. It has Scrambled Eggs and Potato Barrels and it comes served with crispy Bacon. For lunch, grab the homemade macaroni & Cheese for $9.29. For dinner, the Broccoli and Roasted Tomato Flatbread is amazing. It hasRoasted Garlic, Mozzarella, Broccoli, Fire-roasted Tomatoes, and Ricotta on House-made Dough. For $13.29, this is a great deal.
Chef’s Table at Victoria & Albert’s
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The Dining Room at Victoria & Albert’s
This delectable restaurant is open from 5:30 Pm to 8:05 pm. It’s a multi-course experience that you will never forget.
Courtyard Pool Bar
This pool bar is open from 11:00am to 7:00pm daily. For the entree, grab the Italian Sandwich with Chips. For $11.79, you’ll get a savory sandwich with Ham, Salami, Capicola, Provolone, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Banana Peppers, Italian Dressing, and Olive Aïoli served on a House-made Sub Roll. If you’re in the mood for a drink, choose the $16.00 Banana Cabana. It has Cruzan Mango Rum, Parrot Bay Coconut Rum, Bols Crème de Banana, Orange, and Pineapple Juice with a float of Grenadine. It is simply delicious!
Enchanted Rose
This Beauty and the Beast-themed lounge is absolutely stunning. It is open from 3:30pm to 11:00pm and is a can’t miss. For a drink, get the $18.00 Island Rose. It has Ketel One Grapefruit and Rose, Lime, Orgeat (Almond), Pineapple, Bitters, and Rose Water. And, if you want a snack, you can’t fo wring with the $8.00 house-made beef jerky.
We hope this dining guide gets you excited about your next stay at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa. We can’t wait to help you book your next stay.
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Written by
Laura B.
Laura fell in love with Disney Parks as a child, and the affection has never left. As an adult, she enjoys making frequent trips to Disney World with her family and friends.
