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Welcome friends to another chapter of the Disney World Nation Blog. Here is the question for Team Friday to answer.
So in my book The Cram Zone Guide to Walt Disney World 2010, I had a chapter called Cram-Dining. Cram-Dining is another term for a counter service restaurant. I put it in there to let readers know where they could get a quick delicious meal. Cram-Dining is more than just a hot dog or chicken fingers, and nowhere proves that better than at Epcot. So your question of the Week is “where do you go in Epcot for a great Cram-Dining meal”????
Michelle M: Consider this-You are in Epcot with no ADR's and you are very hungry. Where do you go to grab a quick bite before heading back to Soarin' with that fastpass? The first question I would have for you is- When are you visiting? Is it during the Food and Wine Festival? Because if it is then you have hit the munchie jackpot. During the food and wine festival there are kiosks set up with authentic food from Countries around the World. It is at those kiosks that you can walk up and order such fare as steamed mussels with roasted cream garlic sauce, Lobster rolls and Maple Sugar Candy Snacks. Meander from booth to booth. There is a wealth of foods available AND you are trying something new. Suppose you are not traveling during the Food and Wine Festival, then Epcot has the answer to your varied tastes. The Sunshine Seasons Fair offers several different options for parties with picky eaters. It is like a food court in a mall. The baked potatoes are great and it is a wonderful choice if you are looking for a salad. It is often true that repetitive Counter Service meals do not offer a lot in the forms of vegetables but at Sunshine Seasons you can get veggies and/or salads. The best part is you are in the same building as Soarin so you can zoom right over and use those fast passes.
Katherine E: I know when most people think of Epcot they normally think of the variety of food awaiting them. From Chinese to Moroccan you can find food with every turn you take. When I am in Epcot and I am looking for some good quick food I usually head to Sunshine Seasons food court in the Land Pavilion. This food court has a variety of foods all in one location, so if you are like my family and everyone wants something different, they will find it here. We also like Sunshine Seasons because even though it is a food court the quality of food is a step above what you would find at other food courts. Then after eating your meal you can head to one of our favorite rides Soarin.
Sherry W: When I received this week’s assignment, I was determined to choose a “cram-dining” restaurant in the World Showcase. And, I was definitely NOT going to choose Sunshine Seasons at The Land in Future World, because I thought that would be too easy. However, after revisiting all of the restaurants (in my head), I had to go back to Sunshine Seasons. The menu is so diverse that everyone in your traveling party will find something to love. The choices range from American to Asian, and even include bakery items! Whether you are looking for a meal, or a snack, everything is wonderful. The only issues I have with Sunshine Seasons is that it is always crowded and not the easiest place to maneuver.
Rachael J: This week’s question is a tough one. There are so many great counter service options in Epcot. I mean, when you think of Epcot, you think of food; right? Or, is that just me? Let’s see, there is Yakitori House, Boulangerie Patisserie, Kringla Bakeri og Café, La Cantina de San Angel, Sommerfest and much more. But my family’s favorite has to be Sunshine Seasons. Whether you’re in the mood for Asian, soup & salad, sandwiches or something from the grill, there is something to satisfy everyone. Don’t have time to eat? There is also a grab n go! My husband and I also like Taqueria Del Lago in Mexico. We love to sit and people-watch with a plate of Flautas and a nice frozen passion fruit margarita. Talking about all of the wonderful options in Epcot has made me hungry, so until next week…
James H: When working at the UK pavilion, most days I got my break I put on some “under cover” guest clothing and went to eat lunch at one of the other pavilions. Mexico offers great Nachos! You can get some tasty deserts at Germany. But I think the French Bakery takes the win for my taste buds! I often got the turkey and cheese baguette for around $5, a gorgeous strawberry tart for around $3, and a nice smile from a French girl for free. The setting is perfect to eat outside of the bakery in the main street. You get some nice spots in the shade, as all the buildings are quite built up around that area too. It truly offers a unique and authentic Cram-Dining experience and I would highly recommend it to anyone.
Well for the first time since this blog has been written we have a majority, while it is obvious Sunshine Seasons Food Fair is the favorite of this panel, I like that other smaller places were mentioned here. My brother (who writes for the Team Monday blog) would be upset with me if I didn’t at least mention the Yorkshire County Fish Shop, it serves one item (Fish & Chips) and it always has a line cause people love it so much. Well it’s about that time, Thank you once again for joining us at the Disney World Nation blog. Come back on Monday when Team Monday talks about the shows of Disney Hollywood Studios. Till next time, See You Real Soon! Bill Sauerbier
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