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[what is the best time to get in line for counter service at] Be Our Guest
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okay so I tried to get a res for be our guest 180 days in advance and still couldn't get a reservation.. so thinking instead to just get a counter lunch. What is the best time to get in line.?
Opinions vary on this. We got in line just before 10:30 am, and were seated with our drinks by 11:10 am. Others have said that they waited until closer to the end of the lunch period and waited 10-20 minutes in line. So I guess it depends upon when you want to eat: early or late. I would not try it at noon, however.
We got in line about 10:20 back on the 12th and the doors were opened at 10:30. Once we were inside, we were shown to a self serve kiosk which took me a few minutes to navigate through. We were seated with our food by 11 though.
Just got back this morning at 2:30 a.m from WDW. We ate lunch this past Thurs at BOG. We were there by 10:45 and done by 12:30. It was really hot and humid, but they had umbrellas for us to use in line and had ice water and cups too. Even though that might appear long, it wasn't since you are doing things too.
Just a note. Dh wasn't really too impressed with the food. No one really found the food that special in my group-abit of a disappointment to be honest with you. The desserts were really good though. It was an experience.
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Just a note. Dh wasn't really too impressed with the food. No one really found the food that special in my group-abit of a disappointment to be honest with you. The desserts were really good though. It was an experience.
I agree! Glad I went to experience it, but not rushing back for lunch anytime soon. Not until those lines die down at least
Just a note. Dh wasn't really too impressed with the food. No one really found the food that special in my group-abit of a disappointment to be honest with you. The desserts were really good though. It was an experience.
I agree! Glad I went to experience it, but not rushing back for lunch anytime soon. Not until those lines die down at least
okay so I tried to get a res for be our guest 180 days in advance and still couldn't get a reservation.. so thinking instead to just get a counter lunch. What is the best time to get in line.?
Thanks
If you are staying at a resort that is testing the magic bands you could snag a fast pass for BOG!! We did last week and walked right in!!! It was soooo cool!!!!! The food was really good too!!!!
What time do they serve lunch until? We're late eaters....and would prefer to get online towards the end of lunch being served etc., but don't want them to close while we're waiting on line! LOL...
What time might be good for late lunch eaters? (ie. 2-3). We'll be there the first two weeks of December if that matters...
Thanks all!
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We were just there Sept. 1 and we only waited 15 min to get in and order. we arrived at 11:00 and were seated and eating by 11:30. we thought the food was really good. Can't wait to go back!!!
I get in line at 10:45. It moves pretty quickly and I don't feel the need to be the FIRST ONE in line. If you're having a big breakfast or prefer to eat lunch later, then go towards the end of the lunch period.
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