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California Grill is a three star restaurant in Orlando. Check out this affordable place in the Disney World area. It's known for its seafood. It's been awarded the Fodors Choice and Best of Margarita awards. This place features great views. Upon entering the restaurant, you'll find a romantic atmosphere. This place features private rooms, a full bar, breakfast, a buffet, and brunch. This place is open late and good for groups. Diners found the food delicious and great. The service is excellent.
5.0 of 5 stars.
Have been here over 10 times and still love it! I can't describe the experience! Exceptional Service, outstanding food... mmmmmmGet the Filet with Tamarind Glaze. The Yoshi Sushi Appetizer or a...
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is another of my favorite restaurants at Disney...and where better than on top of the Contemporary Resort (I will even admit I worked there for a brief time!).I personally feel this is the BEST...
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Food: Awesome food. Certainly went down easy, but what stood out was the dessert, Sweet Celebration. Perfect blend of sweetness, slight citrus, fruity flavor, chocolate. Could have easily downed...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Amazing sushi. They have a lady name Yoshie there at the sushi bar, who is actually the 3rd best sushi chef in the world!We ordered the Yoshie deluxe sushi platter which was a plate full of maki and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I felt silly travelling from California to eat a place called California Grill, but I read that this was one of the best. I agree! This place had the tastiest food with the best service and the best...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Delicious halibut in a small/average sized portion Good wine , you can even buy 1/2 bottles. Full menu at the bar, no need for reservations Great view and excellent service, it's Disney. - After...
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
What a great experience.Given that its DIsney - we were expecting a fantastic experience and mediocre food.The experience exceeded our expectations, and the food way exceeded our expectations.The...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The renowned California Grill at the Contemporary Resort made my experience at Disney World a magical one. I was lucky enough to make reservations at 7:30 PM with a request for a window seat facing...
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
PLEASE MAKE RESERVATIONS MONTHS IN ADVANCE! This is a tough place to get in. The reason probably isn't their food but the face that you can see the fireworks from the Magic Kingdom. The sushi is...
yelp.com - user review - 06/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The BEST dining experience I've ever had at WDW, hands down.We arrived early for our 9pm ADR, hoping to watch Wishes from the balcony. Luckily, we were seated early, around 8:30. Our waiter, Ron,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My hubby & I went here to celebrate my birthday. We checked in at the desk on the 2nd floor and had a cocktail at the Outer Rim Lounge watching the monorail come & go until the 15th floor opened. We...
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
WOW. WOW. WOW.GO HERE! We arrived early to our reservation (made months in advanced) so we sat in a nice comfy chair and had a drink. The view is AMAZING. We watched Magic Kingdom fireworks from the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
After being greeted at the door on Level 2 of the hotel, I was escorted up the elevators to the 15th floor of the Contemporary Hotel to join my party (whose party was already starting without me).The...
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
In a phrase: Without a doubt some of the best meals I've ever eaten.The food is nothing short of excellent, with a full selection of courses from sushi to cheeses to desserts. Everything is freshly...
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2009
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Go for the view and skip the food. It's free to make a reservation and when your table is ready just tell them you changed your mind and nothing looks good tonight. Menus are diffrent every night and 4 years...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/28/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
We did not enjoy this place as other yelpers did. It is a nice place to drink with its great view(you could see the whole Magic Kingdom from the restaurant!!) But with their price, they should make...
yelp.com - user review - 02/05/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The first thing I noticed was that the decor just screams 1990s. From the patterned carpet & upholstery to the squiggly light fixtures... The California Grill is in DIRE need of an overhaul -- but I...
yelp.com - user review - 01/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Was it worth it? Like all places at Disney, California grill is pack full of people wanting that extra Disney magic at the expense of others visitors and family members. The waiting area is chaos,...
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
GO FOR THE VIEW, STAY FOR THE FOOD. I think the best advice that anyone can get regarding California Grill is to book you priority seating as soon as possible (up to 180 days in advance). It is also...
yelp.com - user review - 12/10/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Aficionados and employees of Disney's California Grill may wish to close their eyes.During three visits in 2004, I thought that this was the best restaurant not in Napa or New York.Unfortunately,...
yelp.com - user review - 12/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
More like a 4.5 to me. Before going to Orlando, I heard some great things about this restaurant. I was surprised that we were able to score a reservation just a few days prior albeit was a 6:10pm...
yelp.com - user review - 10/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Absolutely fantastic. Had an 8:00 reservation, so we were able to see the fireworks over the Magic Kingdom. Incredible view.The food was incredible. We started off with some sushi, the eel and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I cannot believe this got an average of 4 star rating! This should be a lot higher than this!!!!I love the the food! This made my Disney trip complete! I got a sushi dish called Snake 'something' but...
yelp.com - user review - 09/26/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I was ecstatic to have gotten a reservation here at 10 P.M. I'm a big fan of fancy restaurants, and to throw in a view of Magic Kingdom fireworks is a bonus I couldn't pass up. I knew I'd spend a...
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great food, extensive wine list, try to make reservations before the fireworks, that will be at eye level. Great 1st date place or if you're just happen to be at the Magic Kingdom and are craving some...
yelp.com - user review - 08/08/2008
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Had a great evening at California Grill. Excellent wine list. Fantastic Sushi and Steaks. Wonderful service -- and wonderful views of Magic Kingdom fireworks.
citysearch.com - user review - 07/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Wow Disney. Well done! My wife, Jenn N wrote many details about our visit, so I'll just do a simple recap...I like the adult dining on the Disney cruise, but this was top notch! Pretty much each...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Our trip was "last minute" by my standards so I felt lucky to get a 9:50 reservation. Our table was actually ready in time to watch the fireworks but we opted to stay outside on the observation deck....
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2008
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It's pricey for sure, reservations typically need to be made way in advance, and the same clothes you wore to the theme parks that day might not be appropriate at this upscale restaurant. Nonetheless, this is...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/08/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The ONLY reason why I have one less star from being 6 stars is because we missed the fireworks, NOOOO! (oh and cause there is no 6th star, ha)Make sure you come here when you go to Disney World. Okay...
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I usually just yelp about the food, steak was good, service sucked, that kind of thing. But California Grill is about more than the food, it's about the atmosphere. Last week while we...
yelp.com - user review - 06/20/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This was the first table service meal my husband and I had on our honeymoon and we loved it so much we made another reservation to eat dinner there again our last night. We were able to catch the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We ate hear at 9pm, which was a bit hard, but it was worth it because they dim the lights, play the fireworks music, and you can watch the fireworks from your table (with advance reservations, of...
yelp.com - user review - 05/21/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My favorite restaurant in Disney and the only place you don't have to fight with peole for seats to view the fireworks. The food is exceptional and is well worth the hefty price tag. They have many...
yelp.com - user review - 05/16/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
All good things must come to an end and that is what happened to one of my most beloved restaurants in Disney World, when I was much younger than I am now and they named it the "Top of The World" and...
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2008
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Well, if you read the other reviews on this restaurant, it should convince you to pack your bags or get in your car if you live close enough and make your way straight to the California Grill. Our first...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/13/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Great cocktails.It's a fairly priced dinner, if you stick to two "1st." The "mains" just aren't worth the price tag, especially with their odd combinations and cheapened ingredients. However, you...
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2008
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My hubby & I went here to celebrate my birthday. Our table had Mickey Confetti on it & the best view in the house! Space Mountain, Cinderallas Castle, the Grand Floridian, all right there. Then we met Ron, our...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/04/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
California Grill is not what you expect. Over the phone, the reservation person stressed the importance of business casual. Imagine our surprise when business casual meant a Mickey mouse tee and...
yelp.com - user review - 12/11/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I always like to read about the top Florida restaurants by food critics. Walt Disney World has secured positions one and two for the last gazillion years. With that said, California Grill is rated...
yelp.com - user review - 10/27/2007
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Have had the pleasure of eating at the California Grill several times. Absolutely nothing compares to it. Like trying to explain a Lexus to a devoted Cadillac owner. WHO CARES where you sit..there are NO bad...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/28/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I have to put in a negative for California Grill.It really depends on what time you go....but its ALWAYS crowded...Ive gone a few times.....mostly for drinks and once for actual dinner.It took...
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of the reasons I'm saving my pennies to get back to DisneyWorld.We had a blast on our honeymoon at Disney, and California Grill was one of the many highlights. We each had a three course meal,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2007
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We went to the California Grill on 4/7/07 to celebrate my son's 10th birthday. I was unsure about going there because of his age and the price on the menu but that is where he watned to go and we went. It was...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/06/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
California Grill is located on the top floor of the Contemporary Hotel in WDW. It has fantastic food especially their soups and appetizersWild Mushroom Soup with foie gras butter and ChivesSonoma...
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Awesome filet, we had a wood-fired pizza appetizer that was amazing. But the best reason to eat here is the phenomenal view of the Magic Kingdom, especially if you can get a table during the nightly...
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2007
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The California Grill was somewhat of a surprise. We ate there a couple of years ago. I expected the view would be great but also suspected so-so food. I was pleasantly surprised. The food was wonderf...
judysbook.com - user review - 04/14/2006
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The California Grill is an amazing restaurant at the top of the Contemporary Resort. They are always packed, so make your reservations early. They feature contemporary American cuisine but are also kn...
judysbook.com - user review - 04/14/2006
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My wife and I were amazed at the excellent food, service, and atmosphere. First of all, the service was incredible. Our waiter, Ron, was super friendly. He talked to us about everything, even his future career...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/24/2006
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We have had a wonderful time during each trip we have made to the California Grill. The food is amazing (try the romaine salad with green goddess dressing and any type of sushi), the view is really neat, and...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/05/2005
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This restaurant has a GREAT view of Cinderella's castle and the fireworks. Just be sure to get a seat overlooking the Magic Kingdom when you dine here. Unfortunately, the restaurant thought they were doing us...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/27/2004
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This is a fantastic restaurant! We spent our first dinner in Orlando here, with our 6-year old daughter. Since this restaurant overlooks Cinderella's castle and the fireworks, it's a magnet for families with...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/04/2003
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My husband and I celebrated our 2nd aniversary at the California Grill and it was a night to remember!!! We had priority seating at 8:00, so when we arrived we requested a table by the window. We had to wait...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/22/2003
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California Grill is the best restaurant Disney has to offer. The California wine selection is superb, and the food is unbelievably wonderful!!
citysearch.com - user review - 11/12/2002
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Located on top of Disney's Contemporary Hotel, you will find a restaurant that will offer you great food, drinks, service, and a view. I recommend a later dinner, this way you can see all the lights, and...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/06/2002
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Terrific ambience, lots of fun. We had an excellent dinner and a great time. Everything was superb and the service was excellent. The menu changes daily and reflects the freshest ingredients available. Try the...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/04/2002
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My daughter did an internship at THE California Grill and I was a guest there one night and the food and employees are the BEST...She is now back there for her second year working and Loves it.
citysearch.com - user review - 09/16/2002
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I too had a terrible experience at California Grill! The place was noisey, The food was not as good as some everyday restaurants, and the price for what you got was excessive. I will NEVER go back there again....
citysearch.com - user review - 08/13/2002
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A great meal, one of my favorites in Orlando. Not what you'd expect at a Disneyworld restaurant. But it's the view of Disney that makes it special.
citysearch.com - user review - 08/05/2002
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From the moment you arrive, the loud and crowded restaurant welcomes you with arms wide open. The restaurant offers a few small lounge areas as well as a small bar while you wait for your table. Then as you...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/24/2002
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This is a really nice place with a great view and decent food, albeit pricey. The drinks are virtually alcohol-free and expensive, unless you're ordering something straight-up. Staff very attentive and...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/15/2002
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This is a great romantic restaurant. We were lucky to get a window table. You can watch the sun set, see the lights come on at the magic kingdom, see the fireworks and enjoy a wonderful meal. When the magic...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/05/2002
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I travel to WDW at least once a year. I couldn't wait to try the California Grill! What a disappointment. Service was mediocre at best. Food quality was far below what I expected. Try Artist Point in the...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/05/2002
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Located on the Contemporary Resort's 15th floor, this stunning restaurant offers views of the Magic Kingdom and lagoon below while your eyes and mouth feast on an eclectic menu. A Wolfgang Puckish interior...
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fond memories make for disappointing realities. most of the best food is gone, and what's left appeared to be several days old. expensive and disgusting...
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loving place to eat and enjoy your times with family and or friends in a wonderful nature place!
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the specialty here is african-style cooking, such as steamed golden bass with spicy chaka-laka sauce and mealie corn pap. the menu changes periodically but typically includes such entrees as chermoula roasted...
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we ate recently at boma for breakfast but i am telling you this was possibly the most hyped up, over rated letdown i have ever experienced! i don't know about the dinner buffet crowds but this place was packed...
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excellent food, good home cooking type food like meatloaf, fried chicken, pork roast. the service was excellent. it is set up like an old 1950's type home with the old style table & chairs...
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