BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted March 7, 2012 Report Share Posted March 7, 2012 From the Disney Food blog... Review: Cape May Cafe ClambakeMar 5th, 2012 by AJ.Ready for a beach vacation and a seaside buffet meal? We’re headed to Cape May Cafe in Disney World’s Beach Club Resort to enjoy a guest favorite dinner buffet — The Cape May Cafe Clambake! AtmosphereThe Cape May Cafe Clambake was a dinner I’d never been to, and one my mom had been dying to try. So when my parents were in Disney World at the same time we were recently, we gave it a go!Cape May Cafe is an open and airy buffet restaurant adorned with pastel impressionist paintings depicting beach scenes, colorful beach umbrellas and folding chairs, carpet that brings beach balls to mind, and the stick style architecture seen throughout Disney’s Beach Club Resort.Cape May Cafe DecorTables are set up as booths, banquettes, and full tables, and there are two dining rooms — the main dining room seen here, and a secondary, smaller dining room off to the side of the entrance. EatsThe Cape May Cafe Clambake is one of my preferred buffet restaurants. Though the meal is very popular, it doesn’t feel overly crowded. And the food available is some of the best when it comes to buffets in Disney World.If you’re a seafood lover, you’ll be in heaven; but even if you’d rather stay on land when it comes to your food, there’s plenty for you here.The soups offer a strong New England flair with Cape May Cafe Clam Chowder and Ham and Bean soup!SoupsThere are ample salad and fruit appetizer offerings, complete with several dressings.Caesar Salad and FruitSaladSalad DressingsSaladsI’m always a fan of a restaurant that offers me all-you-can-eat cornbread, and this was quite good.Rolls and Corn Bread with ButterShrimp and sauces were also available as an appetizer (make-your-own shrimp cocktail!).Shrimp and SaucesNow if you love seafood like my mom does, here’s where you can really dive in!Dinner Menu - click image for larger versionThe snow crab legs were BEAUTIFUL! And these are regularly refilled; so if you don’t like the leftovers, just wait for another batch!Snow Crab LegsSteamed clams received rave reviews at my table.Steamed ClamsAnd this Portuguese Stew with mussels, clams, shrimp, leeks, fennel, carrots, red-skinned potatoes, chorizo, garlic, onions, orange zest, and salt was truly amazing. You really don’t find intriguing dishes like this on many buffets at theme parks, so I couldn’t wait to dig in!Portuguese Stew and Mashed PotatoesOnce you’re finished with that side of the buffet, dive in over here where you’ll find steamed mussels, batter fried shrimp, and the all-important (at a clambake anyway) corn on the cob! (Don’t forget the drawn butter, of course!)Menu - click image for larger versionMussels Steamed in a Linguica Sausage and Lemon BrothSpicy Cabbage with Rainbow Chard and BaconBatter Fried Shrimp and Red Skinned PotatoesCorn on the Cob and Pasta SideIf you’d rather stick to fewer fish options, there was an entire buffet side just for you.Menu - Click image for larger versionThe vegetarian penne with tomatoes, spinach, and parmesan was light and delicious. I loved the fun spicy tomato sauce for the beef tips.Penne with Tomatoes, Spinach, and Parmesan; Marinated Beef Tips in a Spicy Tomato SauceRibs got high marks from my table-mates!Roast Chicken and Pork RibsCarving StationFor the kiddos, there’s a special section at a lower height from the others! It features pizza, mac and cheese, chicken nuggets, and yummy green beans!Kids Section: PizzaKids Section: Mac and Cheese, Chicken Nuggets, and BeansTO BE CONTINUED... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted March 7, 2012 Author Report Share Posted March 7, 2012 The desserts at Cape May Cafe are very well-done…and they make sure you see these first! They’re set out right at the entry to the restaurant!BrowniesCakeCookiesCupcakesFlanKey Lime TartsStrawberry CheesecakeSugar CookiesMilky Way PieThe true cult favorite at Cape May Cafe — people have been in love with these for years — are the Oreo Bon Bons! These oreo cookies topped with cookies and cream mousse and dusted in chocolate are decadent and delicious!Oreo Bon BonsOreo Bon Bon Cross-SectionAnd my mom was celebrating her birthday here, so the restaurant was kind enough to bring over a Happy Birthday treat!Birthday Dessert OverallLike I said, Cape May Cafe is one of my favorite buffets on property — both for breakfast and for dinner — and I can highly recommend it if you’re headed to Disney World with your family.It’s a great spot if you’re staying in the Epcot Resort area, or even if you’re visiting Epcot. You can start out your day at the character buffet breakfast, or pop over to the clambake after a long day in Epcot for a little relaxation!http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2012/03/05/review-cape-may-cafe-clambake/ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mouseketab.....Carol 1,261 Posted March 7, 2012 Report Share Posted March 7, 2012 Yummmmmmmy!!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
campingpixi 11 Posted March 7, 2012 Report Share Posted March 7, 2012 Can't wait till July 8th!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Total Joker ... TJ 203 Posted March 7, 2012 Report Share Posted March 7, 2012 :drool1: :drool1: :drool1: :drool1: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Roller ... aka Ed 351 Posted March 7, 2012 Report Share Posted March 7, 2012 That's where OldeKoot & I had "Dinner with a Certain Bus Driver". It's long been one of Mom's favorites ... mainly because of the crab legs Quote Link to post Share on other sites
J&J Adventuring..Julia 22 Posted March 9, 2012 Report Share Posted March 9, 2012 I had no idea they had crab legs. I gotta find a way to make it down to the world soon just to add in all these restaurants. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
campingpixi 11 Posted March 9, 2012 Report Share Posted March 9, 2012 I think they only have the crab legs on certain days.. can anyone validate that?? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
alexwyattmommy 181 Posted March 9, 2012 Report Share Posted March 9, 2012 I know that the crab legs seem to come and go from the menu every few years. I think we went in 2008 and there were no crab legs at all. We were told at the time it was a "clam" bake, not a "crab" bake. But then I guess that could be on only certain day thing too. The rest of the buffet was hot and cold were it was supposed to be and I don't remember anyone hating it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Roller ... aka Ed 351 Posted March 9, 2012 Report Share Posted March 9, 2012 The first time we went, the crabs were only available on request and cost extra. The last couple of times, they were available on the line ... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SCTigerCock 171 Posted March 10, 2012 Report Share Posted March 10, 2012 This is on our list, if the crablegs stay, in October. Tony will be happy, a good two hours spent. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
campingpixi 11 Posted March 10, 2012 Report Share Posted March 10, 2012 I just looked at the menu at debs site and close to the bottom it says: Seafood SelectionsSnow Crab Legs, Steamed Clams, Prince Edward Island Sound Mussels, Baked Seasonal Fish, Tortellini with Lobster Sauce, Seafood Pot Pie, and Fried Cod (Sunday and Friday), Batter-Fried Calamari (Tuesday and Thursday),Fried Shrimp (Monday, Wednesday and Saturday)Here is the link:http://allears.net/menu/menu_cmc.htm Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DaveInTN 3,247 Posted March 10, 2012 Report Share Posted March 10, 2012 That looks amazing. I love mussels and clams. Could really make a fool of myself in that place. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
J&J Adventuring..Julia 22 Posted March 10, 2012 Report Share Posted March 10, 2012 I just looked at the menu at debs site and close to the bottom it says: Seafood SelectionsSnow Crab Legs, Steamed Clams, Prince Edward Island Sound Mussels,Baked Seasonal Fish, Tortellini with Lobster Sauce, Seafood Pot Pie,and Fried Cod (Sunday and Friday),Batter-Fried Calamari (Tuesday and Thursday),Fried Shrimp (Monday, Wednesday and Saturday)Here is the link:http://allears.net/menu/menu_cmc.htmThanks a ton for this information!! :jumpforjoy Quote Link to post Share on other sites
campingpixi 11 Posted March 10, 2012 Report Share Posted March 10, 2012 No prob! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
alexwyattmommy 181 Posted March 12, 2012 Report Share Posted March 12, 2012 Thank you. That would be why we only had Fried shrimp on the buffet when we went. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CCIntrigue...aka Gwen 547 Posted March 13, 2012 Report Share Posted March 13, 2012 We ate there last week. I loved it -- give me crab legs and I'm in heaven. David didn't like it so much because they only have one fried seafood item per night. And the shrimp wasn't that good. Will write more about it in my TR. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Hotmamac aka Misty 11 Posted March 21, 2012 Report Share Posted March 21, 2012 I booked my ressie for this one already! CAN'T WAIT!! Both kiddos and I are crazy seafood eaters. Disney may be sorry. :rofl3: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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