(On our recent visit, we noticed all of the waterfront tables seated 4, but all were not full.) Not only will this offer a better view, but will give you more space from adjacent tables. On that same note, even though it’s easy to view the Aztemayan temple, we recommend requesting a table by the water.
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I’m not entirely sure why, as whenever we’ve visited the restaurant has been half-full (so in practical terms, it wasn’t an issue), but it might be something to consider if you’re visiting during Free Dining season. We’ve already covered most of the bases regarding ambiance, but one additional thing worth noting is that the tables here are really close together. Really, there was only one direction for San Angel Inn to go, and it has done exactly that, to some degree. Perhaps our expectations were sufficiently lowered by Big River, but we had our first all-around solid meal here.ĭon’t get too excited just yet–this is not going to be a glorious redemption tale that suddenly catapults San Angel Inn to the top of our list of World Showcase table service restaurants. After walking out of Big River Grille & Brewing Works less than 5 minutes after being seated (another story for another day), we scrambled and found availability for San Angel Inn at the last minute. All things considered, though, I’d say Blue Bayou is overrated and San Angel Inn is underrated among Disney fans.ĭuring our recent trip to Walt Disney World, dined here once more. To Blue Bayou’s credit, its food is slightly better. Probably due to poor reviews, it’s easy to walk-up to San Angel Inn and be seated most of the time. The other advantages that San Angel has are its price points, which are significantly lower than Blue Bayou, and its ease of entry. While the lighting is subdued, it’s pretty easy to see at least some of this throughout the restaurant. Anyway, my main reason for preferring San Angel Inn is because I think the scene it overlooks in Gran Fiesta Tour is far more visually captivating than the dark and ominous swamp scene that Blue Bayou overlooks.ĭon’t get me wrong–I think the serene bayou scene is important to set the tone of Pirates of the Caribbean as an attraction (and as a segue from New Orleans Square), but unless you’re seated by the water, there’s not much to see in terms of the attraction.īy contrast, San Angel Inn has a temple (depending upon what you read, it’s Aztec or Mayan there is a difference, but my eye is not keen enough to spot it) that towers above the tables, an erupting volcano behind that, and ruins that are easily visible boats pass by. I’ll make this comparison quick since it serves no practical purpose–you’re not going to be choosing between a restaurant in California and one in Florida.
While they differ in cuisine, I’d be shocked if the Imagineers who designed San Angel Inn were not directly inspired by Blue Bayou (for those unfamiliar, Blue Bayou overlooks Disneyland’s Pirates of the Caribbean). Now, before you assume this is baseless sensationalism, provocation, or I’m being intentionally contrarian, hear me out…įirst, the basis of the comparison: both are table service Disney restaurants that overlook slow-moving boat rides. That’s even with the old reputation of the restaurant. The common thread among those meals is that the ambiance has always been exceptional and the food has been far less than exceptional.īefore we get to that in this review, I’ll start out with a bold statement that will probably totally discredit me as a Disneyland fan, or at least cost me a significant loss of street cred: I prefer San Angel Inn to Blue Bayou. Despite the criticism, we’ve visited a few times over the years, finding our experiences here pretty much falling in line with the norm. The restaurant has been derided as serving bland, low-quality cuisine. It’s no secret that San Angel Inn has “enjoyed” a poor reputation for a long time among Disney fans.
Regarding basic info for Walt Disney World vacation planners, this is a 1-credit table service restaurant on the Disney Dining Plan, accepts Tables in Wonderland for a 20% discount, and participates in Candlelight Processional dining packages (if you’re visiting during this time of year). This World Showcase dining review includes food photos, thoughts on ambiance & cuisine, and how it rates in the big picture of food-dense World Showcase. San Angel Inn Restaurante is one of two table service restaurants at Epcot’s Mexico pavilion in Walt Disney World.
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