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All caught up!! Your evening around Crescent Lake sounds perfect!! It is the most picturesque IMHO of the resort areas!! I am so happy that you got a chance to try Abracadabar, Dave!! Truly my favorite place to have a drink!! Your FF dinner sounds wonderful and glad you also got the chance to go to the Bellevue Lounge as I know how much you love that place!! Sorry about ToT but your last day worked out nicely!! One thing we did miss on this trip was heading into Epcot so easily!! As always, beautiful photos!!!
I loved Abracadabar and Bellevue very much and enjoyed my time at both places! Crescent Lake is so beautiful at night and why I love these walks back to my resort. FF was a great meal and enjoyed it overall. I think Studios wasn't meant to be but it all worked out for me!
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October 6, 2017-Enjoying an amazing dinner at Victoria & Albert's with PP's Dot and Drew
My TR from my most recent trip is now underway. Includes: Universal Studios Florida, Disney World and Sea World Orlando Trifecta TR -Updated December 10th! TR is now COMPLETED!
Saturday, October 14th (Part II) I walked inside Spice Road Table and checked in for my 12:20 pm ADR. The CM asked me whether I wanted to dine indoors or outdoors and since it was quite hot already, indoors would be better. Although, at night it may be better to dine outside with a lake view table for Illuminations.
I like the look and colors of the bar
I was escorted to my table by a CM in the back looking out towards World Showcase Lagoon. I asked about being seated at a window, but the CM said they were reserved. I still had a view of the lagoon, which wasn’t too bad. Not all of these booths by the window would be filled during my meal and they probably didn’t seat me at one as they’re for parties of four. Not a big deal.
View from my table
View from a window table
My server came by who was quite good and went over the menu with me and shared some of his personal favorites. I looked it over and ordered a beverage. My server recommended the Sangria and I went with that.
It looks good and was!
When my server returned with my Sangria I made my choices and went with a couple of appetizers instead of a main course as they sounded more interesting. One of these I decided on is flavored with chili peppers and I told my server that I hope it’s not too spicy. He assured me it wasn’t as they’re used for flavoring rather than heat. I like a little bit of spice but not to the extent in which your mouth and insides are on fire!
I think there may have been some bread to accompany my meal but I didn’t make a note of it or have photos. Shortly, my first course arrived.
Stuffed Spanish Red Peppers with Tuna Salad and Moroccan Potato Salad
This had quite a variety of flavors and quite enjoyable. The potato salad may have been even better than the tuna salad but both were very good. I took my time eating it as I liked it so much. Stalling for time also made my Sangria go quicker as well, so I ordered another one.
My server cleared my plate and returned with another Sangria and soon after that my second appetizer. This one was my favorite of the two.
Spicy Sauteed Shrimp with Dried Chilies and Fried Garlic
This was exceptional and I enjoyed it so much. It had some heat in it but nothing overwhelming. Probably, about the amount of heat you get with Shrimp Scampi as I think that’s a good comparison.
My server came by and I told him how good everything was. It’s not what I expected of Moroccan cuisine as when I was in Morocco, it wasn’t nearly as good and flavorful as what I had at Spice Road Table! He asked me if I’d be having dessert and I told him I wouldn’t but would have an expresso and a Grand Marnier. I usually don’t have a drink after my meal during lunch, but since I’m going home shortly, why not!
While I waited for my beverage, I got some photos of the room, which is quite nice and has good theming to it.
A very sunny day out on World Showcase Lagoon
My expresso
Once I was finished I settled my bill. The cost was very reasonable, even with the beverages. The cuisine was enjoyable and exceptional. This is a gem at Epcot as well as WDW and my room was about half full, but could be because of lunchtime as I had a 12:20 pm ADR. Then again it’s Moroccan cuisine and many people are apprehensive and/or unfamiliar with it. I will certainly be back and hopefully soon. A great spot and choice for lunch!
I was done with my meal and it was time to walk back to the Dolphin and wait for my pickup to the airport. It was around 1:45 pm and my reservation time is at 2:35 pm.
NEXT: The Sad Walk Back!
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October 6, 2017-Enjoying an amazing dinner at Victoria & Albert's with PP's Dot and Drew
My TR from my most recent trip is now underway. Includes: Universal Studios Florida, Disney World and Sea World Orlando Trifecta TR -Updated December 10th! TR is now COMPLETED!
It was such a good meal and enjoyed it so much as a great way to end my trip! Certainly helped with Cherly's great review of this prior in her TR as I had been up in the air about it. No more as I plan to return for sure!
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October 6, 2017-Enjoying an amazing dinner at Victoria & Albert's with PP's Dot and Drew
My TR from my most recent trip is now underway. Includes: Universal Studios Florida, Disney World and Sea World Orlando Trifecta TR -Updated December 10th! TR is now COMPLETED!
Your meal looked wonderful! I've only eaten at the counter service restaurant in Morocco but after your review and Cheryl's, I think we might give it a try on a future trip! I can't believe your TR is coming to an end. As it will be your last TR on Passporter, I just wanted to say thanks for taking us along on your WDW trips all these years. I know you've signed up for Facebook and hopefully will continue future TR's over there, but with the close of PP coming soon, it just feels like the end of an era for us old timers.
Your meal looks delicious! Spice Road Table looks lovely, and is on my list of places to try some day. I’ve eaten at Restaurant Marrakesh and enjoyed that!
So glad you enjoyed your meal at Spice Road Table! But no chocolate pyramid for dessert? Oh my goodness, you really missed out. That thing is amazing!
Glad I dined there as such a good meal. Now you're making me feel guilty! I guess there's next time!
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What a lovely last day you are having!! Your lunch looks wonderful!! Incidentally, I am also eating at SRT on my last day!!
Great day but time is winding down on my trip! I think you'll enjoy SRT.
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October 6, 2017-Enjoying an amazing dinner at Victoria & Albert's with PP's Dot and Drew
My TR from my most recent trip is now underway. Includes: Universal Studios Florida, Disney World and Sea World Orlando Trifecta TR -Updated December 10th! TR is now COMPLETED!
Your lunch looks delicious glad you had a great meal on your last day.
It was and glad I went here!
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Your meal looked wonderful! I've only eaten at the counter service restaurant in Morocco but after your review and Cheryl's, I think we might give it a try on a future trip! I can't believe your TR is coming to an end. As it will be your last TR on Passporter, I just wanted to say thanks for taking us along on your WDW trips all these years. I know you've signed up for Facebook and hopefully will continue future TR's over there, but with the close of PP coming soon, it just feels like the end of an era for us old timers.
I think you'd enjoy SRT and it's quite reasonable for a WDW TS eatery.
This will be my last TR on this board! Glad I could share these with everyone here as I've enjoyed doing these. I plan on doing these over on FB after New Years. I believe it's the end of an era as well! I still have two more updates left on this TR.
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October 6, 2017-Enjoying an amazing dinner at Victoria & Albert's with PP's Dot and Drew
My TR from my most recent trip is now underway. Includes: Universal Studios Florida, Disney World and Sea World Orlando Trifecta TR -Updated December 10th! TR is now COMPLETED!
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Nice lunch Dave. We really enjoyed the garlic shrim also when we dined there.
I enjoyed SRT so much and the shrimp is a winner!
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Your meal looks delicious! Spice Road Table looks lovely, and is on my list of places to try some day. I’ve eaten at Restaurant Marrakesh and enjoyed that!
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It was a great lunch and plan to return! I've never dined at RM as it's community seating. I've heard mixed reviews on the food but heard the show is good.
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October 6, 2017-Enjoying an amazing dinner at Victoria & Albert's with PP's Dot and Drew
My TR from my most recent trip is now underway. Includes: Universal Studios Florida, Disney World and Sea World Orlando Trifecta TR -Updated December 10th! TR is now COMPLETED!
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Your evening around Crescent Lake sounds perfect!! It is the most picturesque IMHO of the resort areas!! 
I am so happy that you got a chance to try Abracadabar, Dave!! Truly my favorite place to have a drink!! Your FF dinner sounds wonderful and glad you also got the chance to go to the Bellevue Lounge as I know how much you love that place!! 
Sorry about ToT but your last day worked out nicely!! One thing we did miss on this trip was heading into Epcot so easily!! As always, beautiful photos!!!
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Although, at night it may be better to dine outside with a lake view table for Illuminations. 
Not a big deal. 
The potato salad may have been even better than the tuna salad but both were very good. I took my time eating it as I liked it so much. Stalling for time also made my Sangria go quicker as well, so I ordered another one. 
It was around 1:45 pm and my reservation time is at 2:35 pm.
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Oh my goodness, you really missed out. That thing is amazing!
I can't believe your TR is coming to an end. As it will be your last TR on Passporter, I just wanted to say thanks for taking us along on your WDW trips all these years. I know you've signed up for Facebook and hopefully will continue future TR's over there, but with the close of PP coming soon, it just feels like the end of an era for us old timers.
I guess there's next time!
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