Thanks to the PCRU, We Get to Go to DLR Too! **COMPLETE 8/21/2010** - Page 5 - PassPorter - A Community of Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, and General Travel Forums
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What a lovely room! I can't wait to hear all about Disneyland, as our family has never been there. But I'm a little nervous about your update... dinner doesn't sound good!
Great start! Glad you liked your room. And how sweet of Meg to send you a gift. I've only eaten at Napa Rose once, but it was a great meal. I hope yours isn't too bad.
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Mickey's so happy to see me back, he can barely contain himself!
We headed down towards Napa Rose for our very first meal on DLR property. I had heard so many wonderful things about the restaurant and we were all excited for a great meal. Just to avoid any suspense, I will tell you right now….the food was excellent….certainly in line with our favorite WDW signatures.
However, the service, specifically related to Isabelle’s allergy needs was not only bad but potentially dangerous. It is such a long and convoluted story so I am going to give the abridged version.
1. Contrary to Disney Policy, the Chefs do not come to the table to discuss the allergy; the Napa Rose feels its servers are well trained to handle it.
2. Our server was totally confused and seemed to not understand the difference between a dairy allergy and a gluten allergy. The server’s dinner suggestion for Isabelle? Gluten Free Pizza! Last time I checked, Gluten Free Pizza is topped with mounds of cheese.
3. Still confident, our server informed us Isabelle could enjoy the sorbet for dessert as there is a dedicated machine for sorbet and a dedicated machine for ice cream/gelato.
4. DH and I had zippo confidence in server that we finally persuaded the server to get the chef. (Insert highly annoyed server at this point).
5. Chef comes out, we pick a safe meal which does NOT include the sorbet as it is made in the same machine as the milk based frozen treats and would not be considered safe.
6. Lots of headache and hassle for something which should have been quite simple…took us over 40 minutes to get everything settled and order our food.
7. Server was oh-not-so-happy with us for the meal but my main concern was Izzy’s safety and server could very obviously not ensure it.
Bottom Line: We originally planned on going to Napa Rose at the end of the trip, too. We canceled the second reservation the following day which was a shame. If you have no dietary needs…I would recommend it in a heartbeat. Will we ever go back? I don’t know; I think I would if I could ensure the chef was willing to come right out. At the time, DH and I were really concerned because Napa Rose had led us to believe the chefs don’t regularly come out at any of the restaurants and that was cause for some major angst.
Okay, Food Porn….and I apologize because I don’t have the menu or charge slip so this is from memory…..
APPS:
Fruit Plate
Mixed Field Greens and Flowers Salad
Rabbit Meatloaf, Poached Egg with English Peas
Lobster Stuffed Zucchini Flower on Saffron Froth
ENTREES:
Short Rib with Zucchini Ribbons
Kids Filet/Green Beans/Fries
Grilled Duck Breast with Tomato Poppers
Grilled Salmon with Blackberries over Potato/Leek/Edaname
DESSERT:
Nada….they had no dairy free options for Izzy so we all skipped dessert. L
Even though we were still on East Coast time, it was too early to turn in. We took the Grand Californian’s entrance into DCA and made our way to the Aladdin show. We had priority seating through the package and we were able to score orchestra center seats. Oh my, this show is hi-la-ri-ous! The genie was so fabulous and he was able to weave so much pop culture into the production. We all gave the show two very enthusiastic two thumbs up!
Since the show is about 45 minutes long, we were definitely feeling it as we exited. We all agreed to get back to the room, watch the 9:25 fireworks from our balcony and then turn in. Tomorrow was a magic morning with a 7am park opening!
UP NEXT.....Where is everybody??????
daniele
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Danielle - sorry your dinner experience was not up to WDW's past meals. I can't believe they left Izzy's safety up to a server who obviously wasn't well informed on food allergies. I'm glad the chef finally was able to come out and talk to you and get everything perfect for Izzy! Sounds like your Aladdin show was awesome! Can't wait to hear more!
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Look what a little Bibbidi Bobbidi Boo can do!
Unbelievable that you couldn't get the chef out right away! You'd think that when faced with someone with life-threatening allergies, they'd be just as accommodating as WDW is!!
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Stacey
Why do these kids look so pathetic?
Find out in: A New Grade, A New House, and A Surprise!Final Thoughts 01/30
Glad you had a great meal (great food porn shots) but sorry about the service and trying to get the chef out to your table! I wouldn't have been happy either! I hope tomorrow is a better day!
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