$360 OMAKASE DINNER IN EPCOT- IT SUCKED | Disney World

[@wrightdownmainstreet]

Sorry for the audio guys! It was super quiet & empty in there so I was trying to be as quiet as possible but should have just held the mic up closer to my mouth. Turn that volume all the way up & enjoy 😅

[@callalacey]

Unfortunately, even with the volume turned all the way up, I still can’t hear.

[@valeriestreeter5403]

All the way up!!!!

[@confettihorse]

@@callalacey same :(

[@tinamorgan6653]

I was wondering about the volume. I turned my phone all the way up and I heard you fine. This meal didn’t look at all appealing to me though and I do hate to send things back but that steak would have gone back.

[@paulahartwick6372]

It’s your first (unintentional) ASMR review! Love it!!

[@brockly4443]

Disney knows these experiences are not up to par with the cost but they’re banking on getting that one and done tourism money

[@dominiquebrown8790]

100% tourist trap. 1 and done. Lol

[@JessicaLovely1]

I think you’re right.

[@openupawindow]

110% accurate

[@garrettbarnes7112]

These prices are not even on par with the cost in Tokyo or Kyoto. Total tourist trap.

[@josiemaida]

This is not untrue but Disney doesn’t own this restaurant! It’s owned by a third-party company that controls menu and pricing.

[@BrianDaly-sm4qy]

You should have sent back the wagyu back. You cannot claim to be a fine dining restaurant (and the accompanying prices) and over cook a steak like that...medium rare and you got well done. No excuses

[@gigi9301]

If the cook didn't care, the wait staff should have noticed. It shows a lack of overall respect.

[@mothernature8893]

You should have sent the steak back.

[@kcaviatrix]

I can only stand my steak rare, yet my last two Benihana trips the guy handed me my steak last, following a medium order, twice. I asked them both times why am I getting my food last, and they always look so dumbfounded. It was written on the ticket and I clearly told the guy rare. I could not help but feel personally victimized with you!

[@kerri4820]

I wonder if she misheard her. Did your receipt show how you ordered. Medium rare sounds similar to medium rare with your accent to her.

[@grandollyedwards3001]

It does not look like many diners are there?

[@caitlinthompson7540]

I've noticed in the past couple of years when I go to new, high-end restaurants it's all about the flare and not the fare. The restaurants are beautiful, the staff is awesome, but the food sucks. That's why I support small, local fine dining restaurants. They're quaint and the food is almost always divine. SUPPORT LOCAL!!!!!!

[@Abby-sn9iw]

Amen to that!

[@susanp4998]

Some of us are stuck in the Disney Bubble. The food is very "hit or miss". It's a recurring theme on YT. It can be a great meal, or bad meal, same restaurant, different day.

[@CameronJP]

When you support local, you don't necessarily need to go to a fine-dining restaurant to get high quality food.

[@johnroberts1141]

High end restaurants are now for posers. The food can be either bizarre or uninspired.

[@Uratz]

If Japanese food was a mobile phone brand they be Apple Iphone. They often over package everything into cute little presentation of normal food you can find in any supermarket if you search hard enough.

[@NickBrunet]

Oh damn. As a home cook and a server at a restaurant, seeing that A5 Wagyu cooked well done by accident but still presented to you when the chefs and server/runner can visually see it’s over cooked. Oh it hurt my heart.

[@elizabethwatson5936]

Agreed- that server was a jerk for that

[@warmonger199x]

​@@elizabethwatson5936 Absolutely, she knew 100% even offering to put the gross sauce on top of it! Polishing a turd. Anyone, especially the server, can see how well done it is from how the outside looks crusty and dry. It looks like a terrible steak. I would not want to eat that.

[@flesh4lulu475]

Ya, that actually pissed me off, not only is it a pricey meal on its own, but that wagyu was an additional cost. No, I wouldn't expect a free meal, however, I would expect a replacement steak cooked the way I ordered it.

[@Debbienezfan]

@@flesh4lulu475 Exactly. Nobody is looking for a comp., we just want what we ordered! Overcooking Wagu should be illegal!

[@TDBLMT]

WHY DIDN"T SHE SAY ANYTHING?! Japanese culture is some of the best at customer service. They would've absolutely fixed this had she brought it to their attention. Instead, yall are on youtube calling the server a jerk? lol

[@TL_oS]

This is so disappointing. When this place first opened I considered it a dream restaurant that I could not wait to try. What is going on at epcot? Paying that much money should guarantee you a perfect meal. Thank you for taking one for the team, Kristin. As always, I enjoy and appreciate your videos so much.

[@TheLightFish]

The poor waitress having to memorize all those speeches for every course lol

[@rubo1964]

not really if you pay attention to ingredients it speaks for itself.Yes been a fine dinning waiter in French restaurant try memorizing 300 cheeses how its made where it comes from etc.

[@kinseybarnes4237]

And put up with ridiculous try-hards along with ur average sweaty mess of a Disney visitor. The Japanese embrace aesthetics and beauty so much it makes me wonder if it’s demoralizing on the daily dealing with the average Disney park goer. I’ve been three times. It’s excellent - just not chicken fingers and fries.

[@jhillestad]

Whoever is in charge of food and beverage at Disney World needs to be fired. Their standards are so low it’s despicable.

[@nancy9478]

Agree! We have stopped at Pop for meals. Powdered eggs, nuggets for the chicken part of tge gluten free parm. Lackluster ripoffs.

[@daisycocoa2557]

That would be the board of directors in Anaheim, I assume.

[@jhillestad]

@@daisycocoa2557 No it would be in Florida and it's their job to make sure standards are met... the food division of Disney world has lost its way and someone there only looks at profits at the cost of quality and lower standards.... it makes me wonder if Disney execs even bother to eat there.... they have lost their pride and should go work for Denny's ....I'm looking at you Greg Sherman. and Karen White.. get your head out of your arse.... bob iger probably never dines at disney or he would start firing people

[@flesh4lulu475]

​@@nancy9478in all fairness, no one goes to Pop for great food. However a few years ago, they did have a very good shrimp and grits. I was just there in October and didn't see it on the menu (mobile order).

[@joannab5584]

All the restaurants in Japan at Epcot are owned by a third party company- not Disney owned or operated.

[@SerenityNowTS]

I have such an appreciation for your direct honesty. I’m so tired of the bigger KZbin channels blowing sunshine up our you-know-what’s and constantly giving such high praise to these super expensive experiences, like they’re on commission if any of us actually dine there. For that kind of money, every single morsel of food must be perfect. While leaving a comment card for you to fill out at the end was better than what Monsieur Paul offered, that’s not enough. I’m sorry you spent so much money on a mediocre meal, but you have done the rest of us a tremendous service by warning us. Keep up your amazing work, and Merry Christmas to you, your family, and friends! 💕

[@susanp4998]

The best they can do is "I don't love it". I follow a couple channels that pride themselves on their honesty. While the others are good entertainment, I value the channels that aren't afraid to have a real opinion.

[@geoffk777]

Real Kaiseki is expensive, even in Japan, but it looks like they focused here on presentation and appearance and not on the quality of ingredients, preparation and on flavor. It can't just be pretty; it has to be delicious. I thnk that a lot of these dishes were over-complicated. Good Japanese cuisine tends to focus on a few good strong flavors, so when a tiny dish has so many different flavors and ingredients, it detracts rather than adds to the flavor. Even so, they even messed up tuna sashimi and steak, which is pretty inexcusable.

[@itsybitsyspidee]

i agree! especially at that price point, everything should be high quality, delicious, AND pretty to look at.

[@lesterine77]

True. But you do know countries or their own spin on things. American food was totally different when I lived in Japan. Mexican food in america than in Mexico and different from Japan. It's still authentic. It's authentic for that area. I was amazed when I went to American restaurants in Japan like Fridays and saw their spin on dishes like a dallas hamburger. But it was authentic. It was authentic Japanese American food.

[@geoffk777]

@@lesterine77 It depends. Some restaurants in Japan are extremely authentic--Italian and French restauants in particular can be very scrupulous. American restauarnts do tend to compromise, but I know a few that are also quite authentic. For example, there's a Southern Soul food restauant in Ebisu that I love. There's nothing wrong with changing foods for local palattes--nearly every restauant at Disney does this. But it still has to be tasty and worth the money and this meal failed on both counts. To make things worse, in the video we could hear the servers explaining how traditional and authentic the food was. I'm not complaining that that the food at Takumi was inauthentic (although a lot of it was). I'm complaing that they prioritized looks and expensive ingrediants over the taste of the final result and prepared some items in a sloppy way. And overcharged for the result.

[@kimberlywoodbury1739]

@@lesterine77You are correct, but this is in the World Showcase and is specifically meant to be authentic.

[@josiemaida]

The way they cooked that steak should be illegal for wagyu especially.

[@Miche353]

I told her it looked like well done london broil. lol That was shocking.

[@johnnada]

@@josiemaida they legit should be embarrassed to serve that. That would not have gone out in other kitchens

[@TDBLMT]

The way she let that Wagyu sit there and overcook so she could make content.

[@josiemaida]

@ that’s literally not how that works. 😂 Carry over cooking would not cook a steak by that much. Additionally she clearly recorded it as soon as it was delivered to her table … the waitress can still be heard in the background, explaining the dish??? 😂 like how does your comment even make sense in your own brain?

[@TDBLMT]

@@josiemaida Hi Josie! What Michelin Rated Restaurant do you manage at? Do you cook?

[@mooncake2353]

As far as people saying to send things back, we get it, you’re doing a review. You show us what we’d get if we went there and how the food is, good or bad. Sending things back for a second chance would bias the authenticity of the review. We love your unbiased honesty!

[@RLucas3000]

I don’t think that’s true. First, it would show if they allow it to be sent back, second, if they at least got it right the second time. Trust me, they want to know if they got something wrong. They would rather you tell others they made a mistake but fixed it with honor, grace and speed, than tell others the restaurant ruined your 30th anniversary.

[@AccessoriesAddict5528]

Sending the food back when necessary and seeing how they deal with it is part of the dining experience. It's something that happens in real life and it would be good to know how these restaurants handle these situations.

[@lesterine77]

I don't think that's why she doesn't send things backs. I think it makes her too uncomfortable. Maybe she's too nice or something but I don't think there's some deep philosophy behind it. Besides, she can still do an honest review and get what she paid for. Also, why do you pretend to speak for everybody? I would like to know how it would be handled if she did send it back. Bc I can promise, if my medium rare steak were well done, I'm sending it back just like the vast majority would do. So it could be argued that her review isn't authentic or accurate.

[@Wildflower894]

As a vegetarian, I can't afford to pay $250 (which is two weeks' worth of groceries) for a vegetable-based dish. I can't think of a single plate that would warrant that price. I'm happy just sitting here, eating my baby carrots, and watching your videos. Great job this year Kristen. Merry Christmas to you and your family.

[@Ephigy1]

It's $250 for a whole tasting menu (several dishes), but yes that is still a lucrative amount. That price is what I would expect for a 2 or 3 Michelin star restaurant, and this looks far from it

[@warmonger199x]

@@Ephigy1 The vegetable option used to be $150, which makes a lot more sense in comparison but Disney is not trying to hide their greed at this point

[@PowerWordHeal-cu4es]

Yeah, it's insane. I think these places just offer a veggie/vegan option so they can say they have one, but yeah it's basically just like 'get fucked'. Tbh, even as shitty as it is, I sort of expect it from a place like this, because the idea is that they're looking for a certain amount of 'value' from each table, so having a way cheaper veggie option would mess with that, but the most absurd example I've seen is Eleven Maddison Park. Used to be a normal 3 mich star restaurant and then went completely vegan, but still priced as if they're serving oysters from the lost city of Atlantis. LOL

[@ITSSTELLAREN]

I ended up doing their plant-based menu last year when it was still $150 and it was hands down one of the best meals I’ve ever had. I’m so sad that it’s gone up to $250 like the omnivore menu… Obviously $150 is still a TON of money, but it was something I could justify saving up for my birthday or something. Now the $250 just seems… silly.

[@johnnada]

Best disney reviewer out there. Keep the videos coming!

[@BlueJay6441]

Thank you for doing this so we don't have to! You seem like you're trying to give them the benefit of the doubt in the most ardent manner but at the end of the day, you are just going to be honest. So appreciated

[@TheGruffchickJournal]

I appreciate your honest raw review. The set is stunning. I had difficulty making out what the server was saying, but that sounds like a mic issue. The presentation was beautiful. This restaurant isn't busy, so I question how fresh the fish is, and whether or not it was kept frozen. The same goes for that well-done beef.

[@TheGoofy1932]

Wagyu served like that is unacceptable. Full stop. There is No Excuse and the "chef" and server knew it was unacceptable. These restaurants in their parks are meant to churn out people and 💰 for Disney not a fine dining experience. If you want actual fine dining at Disney then go to Victoria and Albert's. If you want it near Disney then both the Four Seasons and Waldorf Astoria have many great choices. The only way Disney will learn is if they can't fill these places up with suckers. Too many other Disney You Tubers always claim these are such great restaurants 😏. I guess if I was getting my meal comped, even a not great one I would like it better too. 🤨 So I am glad we have an honest You Tuber out here doing Walt's Work.

[@DanielLiebert-i1p]

so much expert care goes into the raising, the butchering etc. of this fine beef that for a cook to handle the order as though it were Ponderosa Steakhouse is sort of a culinary crime.

[@LesleyH]

How disappointing to end such an amazing series with such an underwhelming experience. However, congratulations for achieving your goal & bringing us all along. It’s been amazing. Thank you Kristen 🫶 I hope you & your family have a lovely Christmas 🎄

[@austingirl39]

I appreciate your honest review, too many Disney influencers refuse to be honest out of fear of retaliation by Disney . I personally would of requested a new steak, there is no excuse for it being well done

[@brandiboyd4181]

I agree with you not sending food back because you don’t like it. For example, the miso soup was sweeter than you liked. That’s a matter of preference and another customer might love that soup and think it’s wonderful. HOWEVER, to me there’s a difference when they obviously cook something incorrectly. For the price you’re paying, your steak should be cooked how you requested and if it’s not you should say something. I understand not wanting something for free. But you don’t have to accept a refund even if they offer it. But they should be made aware when things aren’t cooked properly. That’s significantly different than a matter of personal taste and preference.

[@DanielLiebert-i1p]

Only if they find themselves ruining and losing their money on an expensive piece of beef will they learn to be careful.

[@amoliski]

Agreed. I try to be the ideal customer when I go to restaurants- I'm willing to forgive a lot. But I would have sent back that steak the second it touched my table. I would have been very polite about it, but for the price... Cooking a steak to the correct level of done-ness is like bare minimum for a home cook, a professional shouldn't be sending that out.

[@Tara321-r3l]

Congratulations on 40k you are killing it girl!! Awesome year for you 🎉❤

[@manuel.roesler]

I generally love to be surprised by culinary experiences, but restaurants where the staff spends minutes explaining the 'manual' to you often feel forced and stiff to me. I compare this to a completely different experience: Last October, I spent a few days in Wrocław and had dinner every evening at 'Restaurant Breslau' - Silesian cuisine at its finest, perfectly cooked and presented. The place was very stylish, located right in the heart of the historic old town, yet the atmosphere was relaxed and inviting. I had a Silesian Heaven (Śląskie Niebo in Polish) and sweet pierogi for dessert - both were fantastic. On top of that, they served amazing schnapps, and the staff and owner were incredibly friendly. Incidentally, 'Restaurant Breslau' is among the highest-rated places in the city. I’ve also eaten in Japan many times, and even in the most ceremonious and traditional settings, the atmosphere around the food has always been incredibly relaxed and enjoyable. That’s the complete opposite of what’s shown here - no stiff pretension, just genuine, professional hospitality.

[@apeleemyr3862]

So disappointing. It seems like the super high priced meals at Disney aren't worth the cost :(

[@BrianDaly-sm4qy]

Victoria & Albert does IMO

[@celestialgilmore7243]

They used to be but lately the quality has definitely taken a turn for the worse. Noticed this on the cruises as well unfortunately.

[@jevinday]

Why is everyone surprised by this?

[@boyermchristopher1]

You’re surprised? It is Disney. It’s a joke.

[@dreamtlife0656]

I'm just going to say this: I am SO GLAD I watched this. THANK YOU!!! I appreciate your honest videos for people like us who work hard for our money and want to save it for truly awesome dining experiences, such as Morimoto Asia. Happy New Year! 🥰

[@carsilk2492]

I’ve started to really like your channel because it embraces the philosophy that I can enjoy Disney while still having the opinion that their food sucks😂

[@PowerWordHeal-cu4es]

The thing is a lot their food doesn't actually suck, but when you get to the really high end like this they just can't match the quality of like an actual fine dining restaurant (sometimes). Some of their fine dining does hit IMO, but it's definitely inconsistent. I think they're really great in terms of snacks and some of their middle tier or even cheaper options are quite good.

[@BobDuffey-i8h]

My husband and I haven't been to Disney in years . When we were there the food was great. Disappointing to hear how downhill the restaurants have gone. One of our favorites was France upstairs. Happy memories and kind of glad we don't have plans to return due to health issues. You do a great job. Thanks

[@vicdishiker]

Your honesty. Is refreshing. Your reviews are in-depth and honest - thank you!

[@fireflygirl1027]

This place hasn't even been open for many years AND this is their new menu. Such a shame it isn't very good - especially at that price range.

[@eagleeye2300]

Feeling like a chef fail. Too bad.

[@jstarASMR3103]

I like my steak medium rare as well and I have never (and I am 21 and have been eating steaks for more than half my life) have gotten a steak done more than maybe medium when asking for it medium rare, and even if it is cooked to medium by accident that is an oddity. And me and my dad go to outback a lot, which obviously is just a chain steak restaurant and my medium rare steak has never come out wrong. The fact that you got a WILDLY overdone steak for an over $300 meal is INSANE!!!!

[@user-gp8yq]

Really insane!

[@breezemenardi1472]

Your vibe is so immaculate for KZbin. I’m a Disneyland local and I’m definitely watching all your videos for my first trip to Walt Disney World!

[@RaeHale-vm5vl]

Well, that was underwhelming. Another huge disappointment. I know why you don’t complain and send things back but that overcooked wagyu steak was criminal, I am outraged for you. Glad you enjoyed the last 2 courses and it ended on a relatively positive note. Thank you for taking the time to make these videos Kristen.

[@InfieldIke]

Good thing it’s a tax write off

[@sinjinmonsoon9055]

Your channel is a trip. Liked and subscribed. Refreshing honesty.

[@eagleeye2300]

Would the "crunchiness" of the fish be due to it being frozen?? Thats my guess..

[@jnl3564]

I thought most sashimi grade fish is flash frozen? It's always still tastes creamy and delicious

[@nonamenoname1133]

@@jnl3564 Yeah. And a bad freeze would generally make something mushier, not crunchier. In the Midwest, where there is absolutely no fresh sashimi, flash frozen fish has always been the expected kind of soft, jelly-like texture.

[@DonnaWard-vd1tt]

Merry Christmas!! Great job on completing your video goal🤗 Too bad the higher end experiences disappoint.

[@orangebird64]

Congratulations on completing your 2024 goal at EPCOT! I have a suggestion for your goal for 2025. Could you please review ALL of the table service restaurants at Disney Springs?

[@susanmorishita1119]

You are a fair and honest reviewer. I think you should have sent back the wagyu though. That's not right that it wasn't prepared right.

[@Rachel-xu4br]

The only way I can see the wagyu situation happen and it be a sincere accident is if she confused you with another customer who ordered well done. Which can't really happen since restaurants track that with tickets and table numbers, but that's the only way I can see this being an accident. Because the only explanation and probably what really happened is too many people not doing their job, or not caring. Chef and server are both supposed to make sure the order is correct before serving. That means two professional "fine dining" cast members either thought it was great to serve, or didn't check at all / don't care and served anyway.

[@Terrelli9]

It’s great that their wait staff works hard, but I would NOT want to sit through a long explanation of every dish before I get to eat it. That alone is why I wouldn’t eat there. If the food is not great on top of it, that’s a big nope.

[@eagleeye2300]

I agree. The continual explanations would be tiring, specially if you're "hangry."

[@Big-4]

Sounds like Olive Garden is more Suitable for you

[@amoliski]

Maybe not here, but when you go to a Michelin style high quality restaurant, the chefs put a lot of thought into what's going on your plate. Understanding what is on your plate and why is a huge part of the experience. If you're hangry and want to shovel down slop you don't care about, go to McDonald's.

[@ShelleyDee123]

My husband and I really enjoyed your Epcot restaurant series. We find we mostly eat counter service in WDW because of the high prices at sit downs. Prices might be at par for the US but coming from Canada and adding the current .48 cents on every dollar, can really add up! Maybe you can review the counter service places some day, I know we'd really appreciate it! Thanks for all your reviews! 😊

[@rdefiore]

Very well done , I really enjoyed your explanations and specifics.

[@dawnd6884]

I appreciate your videos so much because you are one of the only people that gives an honest review of what you do and what you eat

[@theresawolski3255]

Kristen, thank you so much for this review. I appreciate all of your thoughts and information about this restaurant. The fact there wasn't a packed house of patrons tells me something too. I look forward to all of your new upcoming videos. Thanks again.

[@cyndiebirkner704]

Part of that could have been the pricing, but good point there.

[@jomama5186]

First time seeing a video from you. I'm impressed ! You are very young to be doing such a great job ! I liked and subscribed and look forward to more of your food reviews and other videos. Happy to contribute in some small way to your channel and cause. Bravo from Bradenton ! ❤ 🙏🏻

[@ACm1510]

That wasn’t miso soup. It was fried tofu in a white miso.

[@lilbatz]

It’s a totally different deal from regular miso.

[@tifKh]

She often doesn’t know what she’s talking about

[@tifKh]

@@lilbatzit’s a shame people don’t realize she’s clueless

[@Myebayvideoschicago]

So basically-Miso is a type of condiment and soup is soup. So all miso soups are soup, but all miso is not soup?

[@imlewisblackman]

I have a feeling the food is just sat in a fridge already prepared and ready to go and not made fresh at all.

[@cyndiebirkner704]

Which is a shame since it's so expensive.

[@imlewisblackman]

@ only because it’s Disney not because it’s actually anything nice or worth anything.

[@melissalee333]

I am definitely not a fancy restaurant type of person. Thank you for sharing your experience.

[@JeanetteFL]

Never clicked on a video so fast, your reviews are always on point! ✨

[@shoobamocha]

LMAO the unlit fake candle is the cherry on top

[@openupawindow]

@@shoobamocha I'm wondering if it's a fire safety/liability thing?

[@shoobamocha]

@@openupawindow I assume it is, and I don't see it as that big of a deal but the fact it's not even switched on is pretty sad.

[@lilbatz]

@@openupawindowI’m guessing it’s an insurance thing. Probably true lit candles cost a nickel more per building on the insurance policy, and The Mouse is a cheapskate.

[@linlouwho123]

The steak absolutely should have gone back. I guarantee they knew they overcooked it and they hoped you didn’t send it back. Ridiculous.

[@arribaficationwineho32]

They covered it up with vegs. They knew

[@carlgrimeseyepatch27]

As an Orlando native-ish 😂 you can find delicious food all around outside of Disney! save your money in the parks and eat at a restaurant outside with your family ❤

[@Dee.Murphy]

Except that’s not what her channel is for.

[@carlgrimeseyepatch27]

@ Sorry new viewer just stating a fact since i’m from the area!

[@BeatlesFanatic359]

Great video. Love how lowkey your presentation style is. Way too many Disney vloggers are way too over the top for my taste ha.

[@deborahlester-vi5in]

If you didn’t like some of the courses that’s ok, you tried them, but that steak was so overdone and especially since it was an added expense it should have gone back.

[@kinoglaza]

I hope you get to visit Japan soon for the real deal! I loved that matcha tea bowl. I’m going to be on the lookout for one as a souvenir when I visit in April.

[@TJTreble]

I wonder why the restaurant is empty…

[@brockholman5779]

When you wagyu was overcooked, that’s when you should ask if they can fix it for you 😀

[@thefriendssister]

thank you so much for taking us along on this series with you! so sorry your last two were a bummer but really looking forward to whatever you have in store for next year! wishing you & your loved ones a lovely holiday 🤍

[@ckobayashi29]

Just to clarify, at the end of your meal, you had a tea ceremony. That is a standard tea ceremony presentation. They really should have done that at the restaurant. It has a completely different meaning in Japan!

[@garrettbarnes7112]

It’s well done, send it back without hesitation.

[@BethanyLVinton]

This kills me because I loved my experience there, but it was nothing like yours. It seriously ranks in my like top three meals, but it looks like it’s time to go back and try again because oof.

[@Miche353]

I honestly did not think the sound was that low. I mean I turned it up, but could hear everything. Sorry this last one was a bummer, but can't wait to see a new series or whatever you have planned for next year.

[@allaboardblakestrainsandmore]

Such a beautiful restaurant and presentation, it's too bad what's most important, the food, was sub par.

[@CarolMortensen-e2b]

I wish you would have sent the beef back and asked for medium rare. Great video. Thanks.

[@okidoll]

That steak is a no go, and the server should have noticed.

[@juliemarienau4646]

Thank you for doing the Disney Lord’s work. Another place I can knock down a notch on the wanna try list hahaha

[@warmonger199x]

Just don't go! The food looks terrible. You can spend that money at a real fine dining restaurant outside of Disney and get your money's worth

[@Gibbonomics]

My family was super unimpressed with DW dining in general. It's really expensive and mostly meh. Counter service is the way to go, and then eat a nice meal out of the parks.

[@jdrew5367]

Counter service can be a real crapshoot. Order a salad with no meat, no cheese on it. You would think you were safe eating something like that. I was wrong. We went in with multiple families and unfortunately one other family member ordered the same thing as I did, it came with salad dressing, but I didn’t put it on. Both of us that ordered the salad were running to bathrooms, nonstop one after the other to say I didn’t stand in line to get on any rides was an understatement.😢 What a waste of hard earn money to get into a park just so I can get sick from their food and all I get to visit is the bathroom. 😢 I will never eat in another park or if I do it will bring bread fries something I can’t get sick off of. I’ll just feel like crap eating it in the Florida heat.

[@jennag1048]

@@jdrew5367at Disneyland we had a polish dog from a small counter service restaurant. I did not eat all of mine because I wasn’t very hungry but my husband ate his. Within an hour his face was turning every shade of gray. He was so sick that he left to return to the hotel and my grown daughter and I forged ahead waiting 2 hours and 45 minutes to ride space mountain. It was really a horrible day and I don’t plan to return.

[@Seldarius]

I haven’t been to any Disney Park since the ‘90s and even then the school trip to Disneyland Paris was underwhelming to me. Somehow I’ve ended up binge watching you trying Disney restaurants and loving your reviews.

[@jenniferward5444]

Thank you for making this video! I’ve always had a little FOMO regarding these pricey restaurants. Now I know I’m not missing out on anything, thanks to your honest reviews. I’ll save up for Victoria & Albert’s. That looked like an amazing meal and overall experience. Love your videos!

[@kathymcel]

Geez, if its "unacceptable " send it back. 😮

[@metbrady]

Right?!

[@SandraLovesSun]

@@metbradypart of the reason she doesn’t she has said is she is making money from these videos and so she doesn’t feel right sending it back - it’s about the review for the experience as it is ✌🏻

[@sweetnimbus]

She does explain around the 19 min mark why she doesn’t send stuff back btw

[@diamondlenasan]

@@sweetnimbus Yes, I agree with all that and her principle, but that steak - I would've made an exception. Cooked badly No.

[@Kv-nb1gm]

So most People would send somethings back. It's also interesting what they do

[@ginasmith2192]

Congratulations on completing your goal! I had a similar one a few years ago, but no one wanted join me 😆 Maybe that is why they don’t give passholder or DVC a discount at the shop. Because they’re putting all the money into keeping that restaurant open. $250 for vegetables is insane for plant based peeps. Can't wait for next year's content. Stay saving me money on what I should skip.

[@Robinjoy6953]

I'm no foodie and I'll probably never visit Disney again but I love your videos! You are an excellent and honest food critic/praiser!

[@controlcam820]

Wow,we almost tried there.I Always wind up in England with the Fish & Chips,cold Guinness.Thanks for the info. Merry Christmas🎄🍻🎅

[@daisycocoa2557]

I’ve noticed there has been a slow downward trend to all Disney World restaurants and the general public knows this because dinning reservations have never been so easy to get and when we go all the restaurants are not completely filled with many empty tables. Disney has had this “gotcha” mentality since reopening after Covid and I guess they seem to think this makes them profits. Not for long.

[@cyndiebirkner704]

I agree, it's just not a sustainable business model. With so much competition, especially in central Florida, it's very disappointing to see that degree of disregard for the guests.

[@kaleleaf1697]

That wagyu made me physically recoil...cooking A5 to look like shoe leather should be a crime

[@barbaragillespie393]

Sorry the audio went bad but I put the CC on and could read what you were saying. (just some advice for other viewers). I'm not a fine dining person and sorry you had to pay so much for what you didn't enjoy. I'm glad you're giving the heads up to everyone what the experience is like. Thanks and Merry Christmas!

[@cindraamundsen2197]

I appreciate your honesty. It is so refreshing and helps us viewers from being disappointed.

[@marianacottin8202]

I saw your video for Monsieur Paul and was hoping you will have a better food experience on this one..that is such a disappointment..especially when you get charge a high price for it. Thank you for putting together this series of dining around Epcot. Have a Merry Christmas and enjoy the time with your family and lived ones

[@regtowers4914]

I won’t touch a steak that well done when asked for medium rare. That would be sent back, pronto. If you can’t even cook a steak properly, forget it. $360 of rip off.

[@KristinaRuta]

I have really enjoyed watching your videos around World Showcase. Thank you for always taking one for the team -both good stops and bad stops. I am excited for my 2025 trip to go off of all of your positive places to stop and eat at.

[@artemismoon7655]

You are blowing up our dreams of eating at all the Disney restaurants. 😂 So now that you have eaten at all of the restaurants in World Showcase, do you have a favorite or a top 3?

[@DrWarbird]

Le Cellier and Chefs du France are both great choices. Tutto Italia used to be amazing but they were bought out and blow now. They had fresh from scratch made fettuccine Alfredo that was world famous. I've had it at 100 different places and it was the best. I ate it every year for over a decade. So sad so many things have gone downhill. Victoria & Albert's is still great at least.

[@mickeyts5626]

Great video My new fav channel 👍

[@Blackjack3905]

I livo how you explain the flavor and texture as you eat, it reallt shows the passion and finess!

[@WonderfulWorldOfWendy]

Thank you for enduring these crazy expensive meals for us to watch! I just spent $40 (with tip) .. this afternoon.. at the Grand Floridian Cafe and it was delicious!

[@lillianfredriksson1890]

OMG. The chef murdered that Wagyu. That particular course should have been sent back because of how much extra you paid for that entree. That was unacceptable.

[@NancyHenderson-sm3tc]

I love exotic unusual dishes but that dinner was sad! And the price? Again, thank you Kristen for reviewing so I don’t have to eat there.

[@DeeDeeH20]

Happy Holidays! This was so special and unique, Very interesting how it was a let down for that enormous price.

[@jonnydanger7181]

Sad truth is nobody cares anymore and it’s all about sticking it to the customers, cutting costs, cutting corners and then trying to glorify it. Disney has become the Hilton of the amusement parks.

[@hyperorbit]

Thank you for your honest reviews. Happy holidays!

[@brandylamaster6842]

Pre-Covid they had a regular menu and I had a couple FABULOUS meals there. So glad you bit the $400 bullet so I don’t have to 😂 With any luck they will reimagine the menu and experience because it is beautiful in there and they turned out some amazing dishes

[@JasonParkerComics]

I’ve never known you to be so quiet. Lol. This restaurant is not for me. It’s a lot of money. Great honest video as always.

[@jasonAnthony4178]

Floridian here. We are not impressed with the dining options at most of Disney. It just always feels as if they are cutting quality to milk the tourists.

[@KosmicKaren]

Yes! The food was subpar for sure

[@cyndiebirkner704]

It seems like it's trending to their early years, not in a good way either...inedible and overpriced park food was their trademark 20+ years ago. 😮

[@tararayle5740]

Seeing you eat well done Wagyu hurt 😞 Love your videos!

[@RobertGibson-e3r]

Thanks for the warning . Happy Holidays . 🎄🎉

[@RR-fg2rl]

As a sushi addict who pays 400 omakase in a lot of nyc restaurants it's a bummer to see a bad meal but I'm easy to please . Do want to fly out for Victoria and Albert someday. I'm a foodie in nyc and I gp to Raos once a year hardest restaurant in world to get into

[@wrightdownmainstreet]

IT IS MY DREAM TO GO TO RAOS!!! If there is any way to let an old pal in let me know 🙏🏼🙏🏼 Also, have you been to Pop Up Bagels? I recently went to NYC & tried them for the first time. I’m now obsessed!

[@RR-fg2rl]

@wrightdownmainstreet I'm going Mar 7 with my friend rod and James andrews , if rod wife can't go ill invite u

[@raylunz7211]

Thank you for your lovely vlogs throughout the year. Sorry about those expensive duds, the next place will be better. Merry Christmas to you and your family. I look forward to seeing you in 2025.

[@lindaferguson2264]

Thank you for this very informative video on your omakase experience at Disney World. Although I've never had an omakase dinner, I'm very critical of my Japanese food. It was disappointing to hear that the majority of your meal was under-par, but glad you at least had some good food while there. By your description of the bland fish, it seems the fish was not fresh, otherwise it would have had that wonderfully fresh taste. As for some of the other dishes with the beautiful plating, it seems like they were trying to make it a Japanese fusion restaurant. I normally do not care for fusion food, but it's always seemed to me that fusion would give a chef an opportunity to be truly creative in bringing out new and unique flavor combinations that had never been tried. I look forward to seeing what you have in store for the new year. Merry Christmas!

[@susanp.4781]

So enjoying your channel - I just found it by stumbling upon it! Thank you for taking the time to,share your exoeriences!

[@dsmguy83]

She didn't even bother recording further into the main event A5 wagyu course.. Lol! Fantastic. Bang up job on the fine-dining, Disney!

[@kioku119]

Tofu in white miso is not meant to be miso soup. That's a sauce for the tofu. Also the next fish dish in a sauce you called a soup wasn't supposed to be a soup either.

[@Lin_in_the_Bin]

I agree that you should be judging what you are getting, without any fuss over complaints to get bills discounted or such. However, with things like overcooked steak, shells in food, plastic, you need to stop reviewing and start being a normal customer. Paying 35 extra, you can't justify not complaining and getting it recooked to mid rare.