When it comes to dining at Disney World, you’ve got a TON of options. That’s VERY true over in EPCOT, where you’ve got dozens of restaurants with unique cuisine from all around the world in World Showcase. That’s far from all the restaurants in the park, though, because you’ve also got the spots up at the front of the park.

We recently stopped by Garden Grill for breakfast to see if there’s really a big difference (other than the menu offerings and price) between dining here early in the day vs. for lunch and dinner. Is it worth it to save some money dining at this character meal for breakfast and potentially struggle to get a reservation, or are they about the same? Let’s find out!

Atmosphere

The Land pavilion, where this restaurant is housed, is all about connecting with nature and highlighting the beauty of the world all around us. Garden Grill is no different! It sits on the top floor of the pavilion (which is the floor you enter on), and there’s something extra special about this restaurant — it rotates!

Don’t worry, it doesn’t spin fast at all. It’s just enough to where you’ll look up from eating and all of a sudden realize your surroundings are different. The back of the restaurant also overlooks Living with the Land, one of two rides in the pavilion that shows you how EPCOT grows food.

There’s an inner ring and outer ring of the restaurant, and while you may get better views of the ride in the outer ring, you’ll still get a pretty good view if you’re in the inner ring. The characters will also come around and see you no matter where you’re sitting, which is also a very special part of this experience. You’ll get to say hello to Chip, Dale, Mickey, and Pluto, and see all of them dressed in their adorable farm outfits.

But enough about the restaurant — what’s on the menu here?!

Menu

This is a prix-fixe menu that’s served family style, meaning that you’ll get a plate (or multiple if you’ve got a lot of people in your group) of the different offerings on the menu, but you can ask for more of anything you’d like. Yes, they really mean that! If you want more of ONE item, you just ask, and they’ll make it happen.

But how does it all taste? Let’s get into it!

Drinks

To drink, we picked up the Legacy Mimosa for $20.50, which is made with Uncle Nearest 1884 Small Batch Tennessee Whiskey, Grand Marnier Liqueur, Chateau Ste. Michelle Sparkling Wine, and Minute Maid Orange Juice.

This is a very well-balanced mimosa with a kick. The whiskey and Grand Marnier come together to add depth and more orange flavor without overwhelming you with that orange taste. You can still taste the sparkling wine, the whiskey, and the Grand Marnier, which makes for a more robust brunch cocktail.

Eats

The Chip & Dale Harvest Feast will cost you $49 for adults and $33 for kids 3-9, and comes with a loaf of Cinnamon Bread, fresh fruit (ours was watermelon), Mickey waffles, Backyard Grilled Steak, bacon, scrambled eggs, and skillet potatoes. Starting off with the Cinnamon Bread, this doesn’t look very gooey on the outside, but the inside hides layers of cinnamon that are so ooey-gooey and delicious. It’s almost like monkey bread in the middle, so tearing it apart is the best way to eat it, in our opinion. It wasn’t dry in the slightest and was a fantastic way to start off the meal.

We also got a plate of Watermelon along with the Cinnamon Loaf to start the meal, and this was so incredibly juicy and fresh, it tasted like it had just been cut that morning! It was so refreshing, especially on a summer day. The fruit can change, depending on the season, but if you get watermelon, rest assured, we don’t think you’ll be disappointed.

Then it was time for the actual skillet itself. The steak was the star of the show here, as it was so tender and perfectly cooked to a medium rare. Every bite was incredibly well seasoned and absolutely delicious, and it went so well with the scrambled eggs and the creamy skillet potatoes.

The potatoes are perfectly cooked and seasoned in a hash brown style with lots of creaminess baked in. We preferred to mix them in with the scrambled eggs, as those were pretty plain, so it added a bit more flavor to them.

The bacon is perfectly crunchy, not too soft or undercooked, but if you’re a fan of floppier bacon, this may not be the best fit for you. It also went well with the scrambled eggs, if you want a bit more flavor for them, but don’t want to combine them with the potatoes.

We can’t forget about the Mickey Waffles, of course! They’re classic for a reason, and we think it’s a great way to finish off this savory platter with a little something sweet. And if you want more than two waffles, you can ask for them!

But is all this, plus the character dining experience, worth the cost?

Nosh or Not

This Disney World restaurant is a must-visit if…

• You’re looking for a fun meal with classic characters. Chip ‘n’ Dale’s Harvest Feast at Garden Grill Restaurant is hosted by the friendliest chipmunks around… and they’re joined by none other than Mickey Mouse and Pluto! These four characters provide ample entertainment that kids (and many adults) will likely love.
• You’re REALLY hungry and want a hearty meal to keep you full. Garden Grill serves up an all-you-care-to-enjoy Harvest Feast — and a feast it certainly is. The food is served tableside in skillets here, and it’s an all-you-can-eat feast with your family for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.
• You want a unique dining experience at a rotating restaurant. Since the earliest days of EPCOT, this restaurant has had many different styles, but has always been Disney World’s only rotating restaurant! Talk about something you can’t experience anywhere else on property.

You should skip this Disney World spot if…

• You want a quick meal that won’t break the bank. While Garden Grill isn’t the most expensive prix fixe meal at Disney World, it doesn’t come cheap, especially for lunch and dinner. You’ll also be greeted by multiple characters throughout your meal, which can add some time to your reservation. If you’re looking for something quick in a similar atmosphere, try Sunshine Seasons, which is right downstairs!
• You’re not a fan of character meals. While we do enjoy the food here — it’s classic American fare that leans Southern — the main draws are the characters and the rotating restaurant. If you’re not after those vibes, consider finding somewhere else to eat. If you’re after some REALLY good and unique eats, check out Spice Road Table or Le Cellier.
• You’re looking for more unique eats. The menu here is probably similar to something you can find back at home, and with so many unique restaurants at EPCOT and Disney World, you might want to opt for something a little different than you’re used to.

Overall

This restaurant remains a very strong choice in EPCOT, especially for a hearty breakfast that’s fun, will appease a lot of people’s palettes, and is pretty centrally located in the park. If you know there’s something on the plate you/your family won’t eat a lot of, you can also let your server know ahead of time, and they’ll accommodate! And if you’re concerned about wasting food, there’s no need to stress — all food leftover is composted, so nothing goes to waste.

In the meantime, we’ll be on the lookout for more restaurant updates from Disney World and beyond. Make sure you stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for the latest Disney news and more!

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