Yay Joey Fatone (and Kristen, too 😊). We are always disappointed with the food here, but the atmosphere is iconic. We have scuba dived in that tank! It's a must do. True Disney magic. Please be safe and hopefully Milton will spare WDW. 🙏❤️🤞
7:57 Hello - I'm another Disney park-loving beer enthusiast! The Reef Amber and the Safari Amber are 5% American Amber Red Ales brewed by Anheuser-Busch (according to the Untappd listings). I wouldn't be surprised if they're the same red ale with different names. There also used to be an American Amber Red Ale at Cafe Rix/Coronado Springs, also from Anheuser-Busch. The beers at Oga's Cantina are from different breweries, and the menu differs on both coasts. Lucas does have wine from Skywalker Vineyards, but I think that's only available on location or in the Hypserspace Lounge on the Disney Wish. Beyond that, there's also exclusive beer from Terrapin in Pandora/DAK. Some people consider the Kungaloosh Spiced Excursion Ale to be Disney-exclusive, although you can also find it at Concrete Beach Brewery, where it's made. Hope this is interesting to someone else 😆! - Andrew
I always have Coconut Shrimp and Prosecco for brunch at Boathouse when I go to Disney Springs. They are fluffy tender like a cloud! They are so good you don’t even need the sauce.
Love that you are featuring some hotels, restaurants and venues that are off the beaten path in Disney! The Aquarium restaurant is one of my favorite! I intend to visit there when I go next year! Keep up the good work!
I love your food reviews!! Your content is really very thorough and enjoyable. Can't tell you how many times after watching your video I would get a hankering for what you shared and wrote the items on my grocery list. In the late 90's I went to go see NSYNC in Dallas. The first time Britany Spears was their opener. She was great and so were the fellas. We had front row center seats as it was my Bday celebration. It's amazing how they have all gone in different directions. Hope they are doing well in life. Hey, lots of friends in Florida and in the possible path. Please be safe, keep us posted. God Bless!
Disneyland has some amazing food! I do think the food at sit down restaurants is better here at WDW, but Disneyland quick service blows WDW out of the water
I wanted to get coconut shrimp from the freezer section at aldi but we got a mushroom strudel instead. Maybe disney should cut the mango in the chutney into smaller pieces so it is not so easy to count them, I like mango salsa
Hope you and all the crew stay safe!! 💞 Hi to Maria! LOVE all my LBV shirts-Just yesterday got a compliment on my Snuggly Duckling one at Target up here in NJ- so I'm spreading the word :-) Great honest review- Its crazy when you're paying that much for the special dining package, they dont let you substitute an app for the drink. But, hey, you got to see Joey Fatone on a random Monday night, so I guess there's that. Take care in the storm!!
Guess i have dumb taste buds. I love coral reef, mama melrose, and spice road table. Maybe its my 6 years of being in the navy, but i always really enjoyed the food at the sit down places in disney. To each their own i supppose
Loved your review as usual. Thanks for the heads up on a possible new vegan crab cake entree (they also had a vegan crab cake many many moons ago). I just made a reservation just in case that’s true.
I remember we went there on the 25th anniversary one billion years ago I'm showing my age lol but what a shame, but the view is fun. I would maybe go back still just for that. Like how you and your friend are very honest.
I always love seeing you posted another brave, take one for the team, food vlog. I swear, sometimes you have to 🤮 off camera. Love your no-nonsense food reviews. Take Rolaids🙏🏻
i've been binging all your older videos while ive been out of work sick so when i heard you mention hurricane Milton i got confused haha. Guess im caught up :( Anyway love your conent! Stay safe thru hat hurrricane!
Just spent 6 weeks in Disney on property at a few resorts..only had a few good meals..The food has gotten so cheap and a lot not made in house anymore(Sanaa burger is from a box now!Not a real hand patties burger!) They seem to be having same choices across the board and mostly Sysco!
Hi Kristen! I'm sending love and prayers to everyone in the path of Milton. 🙏💜🙏 The mahi mahi looked pretty good, but the scampi pasta is a bit sad. Overall, it seems expensive for a mediocre meal. Meh. Thanks for bringing us along! 💜
Only been to Coral Reef once and that was back in 2009 or 2010. We were so excited for the experience of dining with the fish. But the food was terrible and we have never been back. The current menu looks better than the time we went but I still don’t think I will ever go back.
Real disappointment- pedestrian food choices, poorly cooked, small portions - unfortunate how far this restaurant has fallen. And we live in FL- the seafood should be fantastic. If I were you Kristin, I would have sent it back
Beer brewed especially for Coral Reef? I’m hitting the “doubt” button. My money is on it being a generic Amber that a major beer distributor delivers to locations that want a self-branded beer on their tap list. Wouldn’t even be surprised if it’s Anheuser or something like that.
Those coconut shrimp may be fresh, but they're butterflied. The preparation is flatter than how we South Floridians see this item at most local seafood houses. I think it's too easy to over cook shrimp prepared like that while being fried. For maximum juiciness and tenderness, shrimp must not be overcooked, so generally it's best to leave them nearly in a natural round crescent shape. I want my shrimp snapping tender, not chewy and dried out from overcooking. As for your entree', putting parmesan on scampi? Italians would cringe at the travesty, but if you feel the sauce in your dish was lacking flavor and needed something, personally, I say go for it. There's no excuse for overcooking pasta on a pasta entree' however.
Yeah, so i didn't drink alcohol and can't have dairy (every dessert has dairy), so this would definitely not be a good choice for me 😢. Really appreciate the heads up ❤. Hunker down and stay safe down there.
Such a shame, Disney is no longer for the middle class to afford, only the very well to do can afford it now, by the way Kristen, what do you do for a living???
Kristen, I love your reviews. Being in Australia & only being to be able to get there when I can… your food reviews are invaluable to me. Ewww at mushy pasta. Just no. However… more importantly to me right now…. Kristen.. I’m thinking of you & hoping soooooo much you & your crew are safe with hurricane Milton heading to you. Be safe honey 🫶🫶🫶
When I first saw you, I thought you were going to be one of those Disney’s ass kicked kissers and don’t say nothing negative about the park or food or anything like that, but you deceived me because you’re not like that you actually give us the truth and I like the way youtalk about how portions aren’t large enough for the price. I’m glad that I was able to see your truth because I like it.
Ugh, yet again, Disney giveth and taketh away. When will they learn that certain things like food and dining plans are part of your experience. As a major Disney nut in the 80's and 90's part of the reason we went so much is Disney made me feel special. The food prices were reasonable the food was good. You weren't made to feel like you were tickled and dimmed to death. The food prices are insane and you don't feel like your valued. I want my old Disney back!!!!
What was there to redo? I ordered the dish & didn’t care for it much. It’s not like they messed it up. I critique food that is placed in front of me. And if I ordered something I don’t like that’s on me.
Disney must have bought a couple of semi trucks of noodles! So many of their restaurants serve something with Pappardelle the same noodles you are eating. Trattoria al Forno has a Shrimp Pappardelle dish for $34.00 as you mentioned that looks better than yours but extremely similar, not all that good tasting though. They all call the noodles pappardelle to try and make you think you are getting something "special" but they are all small portions. Really how much does it cost them for pasta?? Coral Reef turned us off many years ago. Doesn't look like you got close up seats either. What a ripoff.
I've never really liked this restaurant and it's menu... Just for that fact that a lot of it's seafood... AND you're eating it in front of the fish 🐠. So very mean and a little ick if you think about it, tbh 😂
The way Disney dumbs down great restaurants is so frustrating. That menu is way too small. Even if everything was prepared perfectly, a seafood restaurant with ONE fish on the entree list???
If you are a non-drinker, do you think they would allow you to exchange for an appetizer, or am I paying about $12-$18 for a coke? Also, Tri Wishes at Raglan Road is a red ale only on tap at a disney property as well. It's fantastic
Unfortunately I don’t believe they do. Trip Wishes is from Crooked Can a brewery in Winter Garden that we all LOVE! I always take my sister when she visits & the Tri Wishes is her go to there
That’s such a ripoff. I don’t drink alcohol so I would much prefer an appetizer. I’m surprised Disney did that. The drinks and apps are probably similarly priced.
Wow. That looks awful. Both in selection (there’s like nothing on that menu!), and portion size. Went there years and years ago, and it stunk then too.
Went specifically to go to the Aquarium restaurant. It was highly praised. This was in 1992. It was expensive and distasteful! Avoid this restaurant! Trust me. 🐠
I have to agree with the other comments regarding the exorbitant prices for food at Disney. Not sure how the average family can afford eating there, particularly when the portion sizes and quality rarely matches the price. Thanks as always for the honest reviews Kristen. Keep telling it like it is👍👏☝️
At around 5:08 that kid behind you punches his brother in the balls 😂😂😂
Lmfaoooo😂😂
this comment just cracked me up on a gloomy day, good catch lol.
Kristen, you save people $$$ and that is no small thing. I like how open minded you are and how down to earth you are as well. Stay safe!!
Agreed
I think it is so good you call these restaurants out why the food is a failure. Great job as always.
Hey, if it's not great I'll say it! Unfortunately, I've been getting a lot of bad luck when it comes to the restaurants I dine at recently.
Thanks for always being honest. I truly hope Disney is paying attention to you! Stay safe 🙏🏻
Yay Joey Fatone (and Kristen, too 😊). We are always disappointed with the food here, but the atmosphere is iconic. We have scuba dived in that tank! It's a must do. True Disney magic. Please be safe and hopefully Milton will spare WDW. 🙏❤️🤞
Scuba diving in The Seas is bucket list for sure! Thank you!
Kristen & Ryan, we have you in our thoughts & prayers during this hurricane! Please stay safe! Sending tons of prayers! Love & Blessings!🙏💜🥰💙😇🙏🙏🙏
7:57 Hello - I'm another Disney park-loving beer enthusiast! The Reef Amber and the Safari Amber are 5% American Amber Red Ales brewed by Anheuser-Busch (according to the Untappd listings). I wouldn't be surprised if they're the same red ale with different names. There also used to be an American Amber Red Ale at Cafe Rix/Coronado Springs, also from Anheuser-Busch. The beers at Oga's Cantina are from different breweries, and the menu differs on both coasts. Lucas does have wine from Skywalker Vineyards, but I think that's only available on location or in the Hypserspace Lounge on the Disney Wish. Beyond that, there's also exclusive beer from Terrapin in Pandora/DAK. Some people consider the Kungaloosh Spiced Excursion Ale to be Disney-exclusive, although you can also find it at Concrete Beach Brewery, where it's made. Hope this is interesting to someone else 😆! - Andrew
Those coconut shrimp from the boathouse are AMAZING 😫😫
The last time we went to the Boathouse, we got the boat table!
I always have Coconut Shrimp and Prosecco for brunch at Boathouse when I go to Disney Springs.
They are fluffy tender like a cloud!
They are so good you don’t even need the sauce.
Your friend 'sharing' her chutney made me laugh. Thanks for the honest reviews.
Maria seems like sweetest friend! And so talented 🎉
Love that you are featuring some hotels, restaurants and venues that are off the beaten path in Disney! The Aquarium restaurant is one of my favorite! I intend to visit there when I go next year! Keep up the good work!
omg that shrimp scampi made me so hungry that looks amaze 🤤
9:36 Those coconuts shrimp look exactly like the frozen Margaritaville Calypso Coconut Shrimp I buy at the store. lol In the airfryer….so good lol 👌🏼
😅😅😅
I love your food reviews!! Your content is really very thorough and enjoyable. Can't tell you how many times after watching your video I would get a hankering for what you shared and wrote the items on my grocery list. In the late 90's I went to go see NSYNC in Dallas. The first time Britany Spears was their opener. She was great and so were the fellas. We had front row center seats as it was my Bday celebration. It's amazing how they have all gone in different directions. Hope they are doing well in life. Hey, lots of friends in Florida and in the possible path. Please be safe, keep us posted. God Bless!
I love my LBV shirts! I always get so many compliments on them 😊
Love this!
Thanks for keeping it real! The Disneyland food looks way better than the DW food.
Disneyland has some amazing food! I do think the food at sit down restaurants is better here at WDW, but Disneyland quick service blows WDW out of the water
Thanks for sharing we love watching your vlogs. Stay safe during the hurricane 🌀
Thank you Philip!
Yes! Everyone stay safe!🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️
Hi Kristen, love your honest food reviews! Haven't liked Coral Reef for quite some time. Stay safe during Milton!
My family loves watching your videos and you and your friends also. Please all of you stay safe thru the storm.
Both times we went to Coral Reef my daughter got sick. There is such potential for that restaurant. I hope Disney eventually taps into that.
I wanted to get coconut shrimp from the freezer section at aldi but we got a mushroom strudel instead. Maybe disney should cut the mango in the chutney into smaller pieces so it is not so easy to count them, I like mango salsa
Ahhh so much fun hanging out with you an getting our Nsync on... but yeah lets try another restaurant next time lol!
Next time.... Biergarten!
It was so great to see you, Maria! I have missed you!
@@cindymitcheltree7961 aww love you guys!
love this restaurant, love being at the tables at the tank
Hope you and all the crew stay safe!! 💞 Hi to Maria! LOVE all my LBV shirts-Just yesterday got a compliment on my Snuggly Duckling one at Target up here in NJ- so I'm spreading the word :-) Great honest review- Its crazy when you're paying that much for the special dining package, they dont let you substitute an app for the drink. But, hey, you got to see Joey Fatone on a random Monday night, so I guess there's that. Take care in the storm!!
That’s awesome!! Snuggly Duckling is a good one. Haven’t worn it in a while, time to dig it out of the closet.
Stay safe. Thanks for the awesome video
Thanks Nancy!
It isn't just the "mango chutney from the shrimp", it's the same one from Sanaa too. This mango chutney is at multiple WDW restaurants.
Another great video! Be safe with the hurricane approaching!
Guess i have dumb taste buds. I love coral reef, mama melrose, and spice road table.
Maybe its my 6 years of being in the navy, but i always really enjoyed the food at the sit down places in disney.
To each their own i supppose
Nothing to go bragging about.
Thank you for your service, glad they trained you for modern food experiences.
You love your food
Loved your review as usual. Thanks for the heads up on a possible new vegan crab cake entree (they also had a vegan crab cake many many moons ago). I just made a reservation just in case that’s true.
I remember we went there on the 25th anniversary one billion years ago I'm showing my age lol but what a shame, but the view is fun. I would maybe go back still just for that. Like how you and your friend are very honest.
New subscriber here. Love your content. Stay safe.
Thanks so much for tuning in! We're all prepared over here & hoping for the best
I always love seeing you posted another brave, take one for the team, food vlog. I swear, sometimes you have to 🤮 off camera. Love your no-nonsense food reviews. Take Rolaids🙏🏻
i've been binging all your older videos while ive been out of work sick so when i heard you mention hurricane Milton i got confused haha. Guess im caught up :( Anyway love your conent! Stay safe thru hat hurrricane!
Just spent 6 weeks in Disney on property at a few resorts..only had a few good meals..The food has gotten so cheap and a lot not made in house anymore(Sanaa burger is from a box now!Not a real hand patties burger!) They seem to be having same choices across the board and mostly Sysco!
Steaks are AWFUL quality now
Awww I saw Joey Sunday night.. missed Lance Bass though!! Another great video! I hope you stay safe down there!!
Thanks for showing Coral Reef! And that surf and turf for $38 sounds a little suspicious lol
The shrimp is the best because they took them from the bag to the fryer and set a timer.
Hi Kristen! I'm sending love and prayers to everyone in the path of Milton. 🙏💜🙏
The mahi mahi looked pretty good, but the scampi pasta is a bit sad. Overall, it seems expensive for a mediocre meal. Meh.
Thanks for bringing us along! 💜
Stay safe Kristen and all your family and friends ❤❤
I ate there last week and it was excellent.
Only been to Coral Reef once and that was back in 2009 or 2010. We were so excited for the experience of dining with the fish. But the food was terrible and we have never been back. The current menu looks better than the time we went but I still don’t think I will ever go back.
Dont waste your time
Please stay safe sister thanks for all your videos ❤
Thanks Kathy!
I think they should of made it an option, appetizer or beverage, not every one drinks
Looks like the shrimp are butterflied, so cut and then flattened.
Stay safe Kristen!!
Real disappointment- pedestrian food choices, poorly cooked, small portions - unfortunate how far this restaurant has fallen. And we live in FL- the seafood should be fantastic. If I were you Kristin, I would have sent it back
I said the same thing right before you did about the coconut shrimp... they look like frozen packaged shrimp.
Kristen! Did you ever meet Ordinary Adventures? Love your content❤
Please stay save!! 😊
Loved seeing Maria! Where has Ryan been?
My wife works at an Italian restaurant and she said those shrimp are just flilleted they do same thing at her place and everything is fresh
Beer brewed especially for Coral Reef? I’m hitting the “doubt” button. My money is on it being a generic Amber that a major beer distributor delivers to locations that want a self-branded beer on their tap list. Wouldn’t even be surprised if it’s Anheuser or something like that.
Those coconut shrimp may be fresh, but they're butterflied. The preparation is flatter than how we South Floridians see this item at most local seafood houses. I think it's too easy to over cook shrimp prepared like that while being fried. For maximum juiciness and tenderness, shrimp must not be overcooked, so generally it's best to leave them nearly in a natural round crescent shape. I want my shrimp snapping tender, not chewy and dried out from overcooking. As for your entree', putting parmesan on scampi? Italians would cringe at the travesty, but if you feel the sauce in your dish was lacking flavor and needed something, personally, I say go for it. There's no excuse for overcooking pasta on a pasta entree' however.
For the amount of money they charge, the portions should be a bit bigger, just saying lol. Always appreciate your honest reviews
Stay safe during the hurricane 🙏
Kristen .. Georgia is right up the road from you. To avoid Milton.. We have fresh shrimp... Be Safe
Tempted by the fresh shrimp 😂😂
I’m prepared & safe! My area isn’t prone to flooding so hoping we’re all good over here.
I'm here to post my jealousy in you and that you got to see lance bass ❤
Basically, it’s all aesthetics and vibes.
Yeah, so i didn't drink alcohol and can't have dairy (every dessert has dairy), so this would definitely not be a good choice for me 😢. Really appreciate the heads up ❤. Hunker down and stay safe down there.
Many of them are not economically struggling. They're just being cheap and greedy.
I must have gone there on a good day, because the food was really good. But this was over a year ago...
Do you ever send your dish back to the kitchen and ask for a replacement?
ppl go here too since it was on Full House
Would love you to highlight if the menu had the Disney Dining plan or not…😋
Pretty much every restaurant at Disney does. All info on the dining plan can be found if you search the restaurant name on the Disney website.
I know I’ve already mentioned it in this video, but coral reef does take the dining plan
Such a shame, Disney is no longer for the middle class to afford, only the very well to do can afford it now, by the way Kristen, what do you do for a living???
But isn't the alcholic drink about the same cost as an appetizer?
Pretty much. But I would never order an alcoholic drink here. The selection is nothing special & I see more value in an appetizer.
Not for the restaurant 😊
@@wrightdownmainstreet yeah and I never want the dessert or alcoholic drink when I'm on the food plan which is a waste ....🤦
Kristen, I love your reviews. Being in Australia & only being to be able to get there when I can… your food reviews are invaluable to me. Ewww at mushy pasta. Just no. However… more importantly to me right now…. Kristen.. I’m thinking of you & hoping soooooo much you & your crew are safe with hurricane Milton heading to you. Be safe honey 🫶🫶🫶
So sorry to see some of the best choices no longer on the menu at Coral Reef
Totally looks like frozen
When I first saw you, I thought you were going to be one of those Disney’s ass kicked kissers and don’t say nothing negative about the park or food or anything like that, but you deceived me because you’re not like that you actually give us the truth and I like the way youtalk about how portions aren’t large enough for the price. I’m glad that I was able to see your truth because I like it.
I never understand why any restaurant skimps on pasta.
They're not humans their fish so respect what they're doing
I saw nscnc 2 times
Awesome!
Those are butterflied shrimp… just split down the middle, like you would do to split chicken breasts..
Ugh, yet again, Disney giveth and taketh away. When will they learn that certain things like food and dining plans are part of your experience. As a major Disney nut in the 80's and 90's part of the reason we went so much is Disney made me feel special. The food prices were reasonable the food was good. You weren't made to feel like you were tickled and dimmed to death. The food prices are insane and you don't feel like your valued. I want my old Disney back!!!!
Here is what I don’t understand: why do you folks not send the food back and tell them to redo it? I don’t understand why people don’t sent o so that.
What was there to redo? I ordered the dish & didn’t care for it much. It’s not like they messed it up. I critique food that is placed in front of me. And if I ordered something I don’t like that’s on me.
I just ate there last Tuesday, didn't care for it. I used to like it alot worst meal of the week
Am I the only one that is confused by the way she pronounces the word beverage?
Disney must have bought a couple of semi trucks of noodles! So many of their restaurants serve something with Pappardelle the same noodles you are eating. Trattoria al Forno has a Shrimp Pappardelle
dish for $34.00 as you mentioned that looks better than yours but extremely similar, not all that good tasting though. They all call the noodles pappardelle to try and make you think you are getting something "special" but they are all small portions. Really how much does it cost them for pasta?? Coral Reef turned us off many years ago. Doesn't look like you got close up seats either. What a ripoff.
"i need a little s...a little p." I love your reviews. Definitely going ro skip this restaurant.
That fish looks not like mahi-mahi more like tilapia not flaky but have to give them credit at least for tying
Disney has become ridiculous with their prices, fast pass, DAS, and their removal of discounts and other amenities.☹️
I've never really liked this restaurant and it's menu... Just for that fact that a lot of it's seafood... AND you're eating it in front of the fish 🐠. So very mean and a little ick if you think about it, tbh 😂
The way Disney dumbs down great restaurants is so frustrating. That menu is way too small. Even if everything was prepared perfectly, a seafood restaurant with ONE fish on the entree list???
What if you are not a drinker? 😮 That’s crazy! -they should let you choose between an appetizer, dessert or alcoholic/specialty drink 🤬
I was thinking the same thing. I don’t drink. I’ve never found these packages work for me.
If you are a non-drinker, do you think they would allow you to exchange for an appetizer, or am I paying about $12-$18 for a coke?
Also, Tri Wishes at Raglan Road is a red ale only on tap at a disney property as well. It's fantastic
Unfortunately I don’t believe they do. Trip Wishes is from Crooked Can a brewery in Winter Garden that we all LOVE! I always take my sister when she visits & the Tri Wishes is her go to there
That’s such a ripoff. I don’t drink alcohol so I would much prefer an appetizer. I’m surprised Disney did that. The drinks and apps are probably similarly priced.
Wow. That looks awful. Both in selection (there’s like nothing on that menu!), and portion size.
Went there years and years ago, and it stunk then too.
Went specifically to go to the Aquarium restaurant. It was highly praised. This was in 1992. It was expensive and distasteful! Avoid this restaurant! Trust me. 🐠
You can’t have an appetiser on the Dining Plan…..only a dessert. No substitution allowed…boohoo
Thanks for clarifying! I wish they allowed the swap
Me too..
Wow not impressed for $34.
Very sad.
Most disappointing restaurant at WDW. Rude service. Bland food. Only reason to come is for the aquarium.
Kristen, you are at an amusement park not at an amusement park. Please let us know when you open your restaurant since you are such an expert
Opening soon! Wright Down Main Street Cafe
Learn how to say BEVERAGE correctly. I will continue to give your videos thumbs down every time you mispronounce it!!!
Looks like I’m going to be getting a lot of thumbs downs then
Ok Susan!
@@kellyT22😂😂
I have to agree with the other comments regarding the exorbitant prices for food at Disney. Not sure how the average family can afford eating there, particularly when the portion sizes and quality rarely matches the price. Thanks as always for the honest reviews Kristen. Keep telling it like it is👍👏☝️
She does that on purpose, like a tagline - it’s just her thing.
What if you physically cannot drink alcohol? What do they do for you?