BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted August 19, 2013 Report Share Posted August 19, 2013 Yay! One of our favorite places to eat at WDW, and the best sushi we've had anywhere, and it'll be reopened before we get there! From the Disney Parks Blog... Reservations for California Grill at Disney’s Contemporary Resort Open August 26posted on August 19th, 2013 by Pam Brandon, Disney Parks Food Writer The re-imagined California Grill at Disney’s Contemporary Resort debuts September 9, with reservations open starting August 26. A major makeover transforms the restaurant – a sleek, contemporary interpretation of mid-century modern California design, with warm oranges and yellow hues reminiscent of the 1950s. You may not recognize the dining room, but those spectacular views of Walt Disney World Resort are still part of the show. The new menu features seasonal ingredients and a lighter touch – the popular flatbreads are back, but Chef Brian Piasecki is also using the wood-burning oven for creations such as baked local prawns with charred lemon and savory meatballs with herbed orzo. Look for updates to longtime favorites, such as the Grilled Pork Tenderloin, which is now the Pork Two Ways – grilled tenderloin and lacquered pork belly with goat cheese polenta and mushrooms. The oak-fired filet of beef returns with heirloom tomato risotto, marinated baby vine tomatoes and basil. The sushi bar expands with a new omakase menu – 12 courses of pristine seafood with no menu, just chef’s choice. The menu might include ama ebi (sweet shrimp) tempura, lobster sashimi, crunchy Japanese bone marrow with sesame beef tartare and red onion marmalade, and spicy-crusted oysters. With 250 choices on the wine list, there are 80 by the glass, plus 10 varieties of sake and eight kinds of crafts beers and ciders. Also, California Grill has its own list of signature cocktails you won’t find in any other Walt Disney World Resort restaurants. Little Disney touches like a carpet design inspired by the sketches of artist and Disney Legend Mary Blair will please Disney fans (reproductions of her artwork are on display too). And just off the elevator is a new show-stopping wine display, a work of art housing 1,600 bottles. We expect the two new communal tables for 10 will be prime seating, positioned at the north end of the dining room for optimal fireworks viewing. For outdoor fireworks viewing there are now two areas – one on the northwest side, another new deck on the southwest side. The restaurant opens daily at 5 p.m. For reservations, visit www.disneyworld.com/dine or call 407-WDW-DINE (3463). http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2013/08/reservations-for-california-grill-at-disneys-contemporary-resort-open-august-26/ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Katman1356...Jason 1,140 Posted August 19, 2013 Report Share Posted August 19, 2013 Thanks Mo. I look forward to seeing the full menu and possibly going on our Christmas Vacation Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DaveInTN 3,247 Posted August 19, 2013 Report Share Posted August 19, 2013 More foam. :banghead: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted August 19, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 19, 2013 They can cover every entree on the menu with foam if they want. I'll be there for the sushi. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DaveInTN 3,247 Posted August 19, 2013 Report Share Posted August 19, 2013 I wish I could meet you guys there for sushi. Like tonight. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted August 19, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 19, 2013 I wish I could meet you guys there for sushi. Like tonight. Think I can get a helicopter pilot's license in 2 hours? ...and a helicopter? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Thrill Shakespeare (Andy) 58 Posted August 20, 2013 Report Share Posted August 20, 2013 Lacquered pork belly? That actually sounds really good -- unless they use craft lacquer in which case I'll pass. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Beckers 1,136 Posted August 20, 2013 Report Share Posted August 20, 2013 Think I can get a helicopter pilot's license in 2 hours?...and a helicopter?Groupon usually has deals :) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted August 20, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 20, 2013 Groupon usually has deals :) :rofl2: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DaveInTN 3,247 Posted August 20, 2013 Report Share Posted August 20, 2013 Well, I've been waiting for Mo's helicopter to pick me up since 4:30. I guess I'll just go to bed. Now I know how the Charlie in the Box felt on Christmas Eve. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted August 20, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 20, 2013 sorry Dave - I had the chopper all warmed up and ready to go but I tripped over this on the way to the final exam... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DaveInTN 3,247 Posted August 20, 2013 Report Share Posted August 20, 2013 sorry Dave - I had the chopper all warmed up and ready to go but I tripped over this on the way to the final exam... Yeah, sure. I guess I will just change my username to CharlieInTheBox. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AC in A2......Aaron 693 Posted August 26, 2013 Report Share Posted August 26, 2013 Pics inside the re-furbed California Grill: http://www.wdwmagic.com/dining/california-grill/news/26aug2013-photos---take-a-look-inside-the-newly-refurbished-california-grill-and-the-new-menu.htm Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DaveInTN 3,247 Posted August 26, 2013 Report Share Posted August 26, 2013 Swanky. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AC in A2......Aaron 693 Posted August 26, 2013 Report Share Posted August 26, 2013 Swanky. That's not my bag, baby. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted August 26, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 26, 2013 I just hope they left the lounge area setup by the windows. Best time we ever had there was sitting on the couches right by the window watching Wishes with our little lounge table full of sushi. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
alexwyattmommy 181 Posted August 26, 2013 Report Share Posted August 26, 2013 It looks like Chipotle without their cool art work. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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