Fantasmic! Dining Packages | Disneyland Fall 2017

[@elizabethvergara]

My boyfriend and I did the Blue Bayou dining package for our anniversary and it was so cool! It came with a 3 course meal (you get to pick your choices off of a fixed menu) which included and appetizer, entree, and dessert, and we also got a non-alcoholic drink! Then they gave us these cute little seat cushions too, which were a nice surprise! I had no idea we were going to get those! And the seating was front and center, right up against the gate. We had to save up for a while to afford the BB package but I would say it was worth it because a normal entree plate costs about $40-50 by itself! I'm not sure if the dining package had smaller portions than normal but it didn't seem small at all, and it was SO much food! I couldn't even finish my dessert because I was so full! It was great and I would definitely recommend doing any of the dining packages because it saves you a lot of time (not having to wait and save seats) and you get a great meal and great seats! Plus, it's a really fun experience with any of the packages, I'm sure!

[@xo.pudgeee]

Elizabeth Mach Was this for this year’s new Fantasmic show? I’m only asking bc I saw on old Fantasmic dining menus that they gave seat cushions but I didn’t see it on this year’s

[@elizabethvergara]

Hello! Yes, we did it in September of this year. I didn't know they were going to give us seat cushions because as you said, it wasn't listed on the menu package! I don't know if it was just while supplies last or if they are continuing to do this. Hope this helps!

[@xo.pudgeee]

Oh ok! Thank you so much!

[@TooMuchWonderful]

For those who have never been to Disneyland or at least have never seen Fantasmic, it's important you know that "seats" means sitting on the ground! I understand this is the only option because of the location of the show, but this has always made me sad because I'm not physically able to sit on the ground. I think there may be an area for wheelchairs and ECVs, but in my past experience this area doesn't accommodate someone like me. In October of 2014 I lived out a bucket-list-dream-come-true when my husband and I splurged on the reserved seating dessert party they used to offer. It was perfect! We got to sit in chairs (yes, chairs!), and we were lucky enough to get seats right in the center! The reserved area was on the raised level behind the ground seating. Cast members waited on us, bringing us a lovely tray of sweets, fruit, cheese, and crackers, along with a choice of beverage. I loved everything about it, but most importantly the chair! I'm so sorry this is no longer an option! If I ever want to see this show again I'll probably have to rent a wheelchair or ECV. Fantastasmic is definitely worth it!

[@neekmeekk]

@TooMuchWonderful, When I went, I sat in a chair! Specifically, I got the River Belle Terrace package, which is normally $45, but for $15 extra, you can upgrade to patio seating! They seat you at 8pm, you eat your meal, and then you watch Fantasmic right from your table at 9 (or whenever it starts that night). RBT is undergoing refurbishment right now, but it'll be back in November! This seating option was perfect for my dad who can't sit on the floor either :)

[@TooMuchWonderful]

neekmeekk Thank you so much for the info! I think I'll try that on my next trip!

[@neekmeekk]

No problem! Hope you have a great next trip!

[@kristinarsantiago]

We recently did the dining package at River Belle and it was great. I wasn't too fond of the price in the beginning but by dessert I thought the price was worth it. We couldn't even finish our desserts because we were so full and we usually eat everything on our plates. Also, the seating was perfect. I recommend the dining packages at least one time just for the great seating locations.

[@maryloeza4495]

this helped us a lot!! We tried for Blue Bayou - sold out; We tried River Belle - Sold out so we went for Hungry Bear and after seeing your vlog here you are so right that if the Blue Bayou or River Belle don't fill up then Hungry Bear sits in the same exact spot! We sat behind some Blue Bayou people and our view was better because they were right up by the fence (their choice because they were let in first and just went right to the front). It helped that we went to the second show of fantasmic and a lot of people had left the park. The Teddi Barra was sold out so we only got the Blue Sky soda - which was refreshing. Thanks so much!! I know Thingamavlogs is signed off but I'm trying to keep following your individual accounts!

[@aarifshivji149]

We did the dinner package when we were there in August. If you do the 8 o’clock seating at river Bell you actually get to sit and eat dinner while you watch the show. The menu is the same. However the price becomes $65 for the 8 o’clock seating. However it’s the only place where you can actually eat dinner have a seat at a table and watch the show.

[@PeppersGhost55]

Aarif Shivji Was it hard to see with people walking on the path in front of River Bell?

[@lindadelatorre4485]

I was lucky enough to dine at Blue Bayou and it's soooo worth it. The food was great and the seats were amazing! We were front row middle and only waited like 20 minutes. Definitely recommend :-)

[@alecramsbottom1243]

"Hates when there's ANY kale" LMAO Tiff sameeee!!!!

[@darkwolf._]

I did a fantasmic dinner at Hollywood and Vine before and it was great . It was a Mickey and Minnie character dinner and the food was buffet style.

[@audreyleeyoung]

That lavender drink really is the best thing ever.

[@maryloeza4495]

oh - and the section where you have marked for Blue Bayou - because there were so few people, we were sitting there and the only difference I could see was that they got a cushion with Disney characters on it -which I would totally buy that but $65-70 for the meal wouldn't be worth it- we're a family of 4 so that adds up! With the Hungry Bear meal, I had the Salmon, rice and the salad - all was super fresh and delicious.

[@_mybeautifulliferodriguez_8026]

ive actually done blue byu and it was AMAZING, the food was so worth it steak and chicken were amazing and we also got a side of mac and cheese and that was amazing. we also got very good seats for the show plus a collector line yard with the little light logo on it that had the sticker showing the fantasmic icon. So worth the price

[@daisuke310920]

Hey! Can you make a video about World of Color Dining Packages? I know it's super similar though!

[@amy0987891]

I'm glad it's better! I went opening day and the worst experience. Glad to see they took everyone's advice.

[@BrainToad42]

I did the Hungry Bear dining package the first week Fantasmic came back and it was a great idea. Unfortunately it was a little more packed in our section that night so we had to stand but it wasn't too bad. Still had a great view. The food was good, had the pork ribs and enjoyed them, salad wasn't my thing but it wasn't awful.

[@sydking8217]

I did one for paint the night and got a Kids meal! With an AP discount it costs as much as pretty much any meal in Disneyland and we had a great view!

[@yoyayoya101]

I've never done the dining plan, but a friend of mine did one at WDW and highly recommended it.

[@triciamurphy3117]

Dining plan and dining package are two totally different things :)

[@samn4412]

I used the Hungry Bear package a couple of weeks back. The view for fantasmic was amazing so impressed. Recommend it to anyone!

[@michellecm]

your reaction to trying the teddi berra lavender sparkler was my same reaction when i tried it for the first time lol

[@brandon.mcpherson]

I've always wanted to do a dining package! Had no idea they could be so inexpensive!

[@jawajuice7009]

We're doing the hungry bear package for our upcoming trip! Thanks for walking us through it!

[@michaelgalvin26]

I did the fantasmic package at WDW at Hollywood N Vine! It was really good and we had great seats

[@TheDisneyQueen93]

Thanks for the info Tiff! I did the River Belle package with my BF, and those had amazing seats! I am doing Hungry Bear with my parents this weekend, so I am happy to see how it is different!

[@JustJay]

I've never really considered any of the dining packages for the shows because they've always seemed so expensive. But that one is not bad! And there's an AP discount? Pretty good if you ask me. :D

[@3Paola13]

I work at cafe orleans and riverbelle so ive done both packages and i think its worth it especially for the seating you get!

[@Imaginerds]

Fun story: New Year's Eve of 2008-2009, we did a Fantasmic dessert package that you had to reserve a month in advance! It was nice though. You actually got to sit in chairs! They gave you this really nice tray of assorted desserts. We were so excited to see Fantasmic, and then... it got cancelled due to heavy fog. You could barely see Tom Sawyer's Island! Disney was nice enough to give us all a full refund and let us keep our desserts.

[@trevorroth4139]

omg, the color of your hair! JELLY

[@MTOAdventures]

We're doing the dining package at Blue Bayou during our first trip ever in November😀 Looking forward to it! X

[@chantelvargas1278]

I did the River Belle dinner package when Fantasmic first premiered. The food wasn’t my fav but it was a full course meal and the viewing area was AMAZING. My family wants to stay a weekend at one of the Disneyland hotels except we’re trying to save money in the parks. Would you happen to know if the hotels can give Fantasmic fast passes to guests? Also, how much is the Cafe Orleans dinner package? It’s my favorite restaurant in Disneyland. If it’s pricey I’ll probably try getting a dinner package with Hungry Bear. Also, my 2 uncles happened to be in the parks the same day as Fantasmic premiered. Our viewing area was pretty empty so I asked if there was anyway to let them sit with me and they were nice enough to say yes!

[@HeatherJergensen]

Great info Tiff! We'll be there in November, and I'm looking into a Fantasmic experience!! Thank you so much!

[@kavodco]

I'm so excited to try this! Hopefully during dapper days

[@poisonpetitfour]

Glad you did this. I saw these on Disneyland's website and was curious about them. I wish they still did World of Color picnics. Those were such a Time saver for us.

[@areemetz07]

Angel Ella There are also dining packages for WOC! Last weekend we tried the one at Ariel's grotto-- yummy food and a short walk to a priority viewing area with an AWESOME view!

[@poisonpetitfour]

areemetz07 Awesome! I'm glad they have something to replace the picnics. I've been wanting to try Ariel's too. ❤️ We live in Las Vegas and haven't been for a minute so I'm trying to get up to date on the new.

[@areemetz07]

Angel Ella they're always changing things! I'm an AP, but I live in NorCal and only get to go about once a month--every time I go they're trying something new out. I've also seen that they're doing WOC dessert viewing packages. Seems that you get a table on an elevated platform and desserts while the show is going on. I think I checked the prices and decided a full meal was a better deal, though!

[@EpicBerserker]

Better try it soon before that area closes for 6 months to become Pixar pier and yes Airel grotto is changing as well

[@areemetz07]

EpicBerserker Oh snap! And here was I thinking that redesign would be impacting the area from CA Screaming to Goofy's Flight School-ish-- that's why the Coco dining/show area opened up. But the entire Pier! Dang. Well, it was fun while it lasted. I love Pixar, so I'm pretty stoked about this... as long as they don't mess with WOC!

[@kelsisantiago6400]

Blue Sky is the best!!

[@maryv5005]

can you guys do the world of color dining packages soon?'

[@JacobCacho]

I wanna do this on my over due trip to Disneyland!!

[@neftaly4391]

Great video!! Lots of good information injus got the hungry bear dining package and now I know wat to expect

[@abigaylestokes2019]

Tiff is honestly me because I wouldn’t eat the salad or the rice, and I eat my burgers plain. As tiff said “I eat like a child”😂😂😂

[@disneydarlings975]

Thanks for sharing, we might do this now or the new orleans cafe one.

[@seasalt8718]

Hey why did tiff deleted her videos I don't have social medias if she said why on there

[@RandiHRose]

So glad there's a vegetarian option! Most of the time I just assume there's none. How good was the view? Did you get to see everything or was there other people sitting in front of you guys?

[@chelsyealyssa]

Thanks for the info! How could anyone "thumbs down" this video?? I love thingamavlogs!

[@chelseaschoenbeck9994]

How wet did you end up getting?

[@dagger9134]

your hair is so cute omg

[@hyperguytv5242]

i know world of color does something similar i think?

[@chelsyealyssa]

hyperguytv yes they do! I believe the restaurants are wine country trattoria or carthay circle? Maybe ariels grotto?

[@hyperguytv5242]

probably!

[@EpicBerserker]

Wine country and Airel grotto

[@kimbasciano_]

Wow I’m definitely going to check out one of the dining packages next time! love you guys!

[@fannyseb15]

Does anyone know what's the menu for cafe Orleans Fantasmic dining package???

[@carissadovel5346]

I work at Hungry Bear, when I saw the title I was like I wonder if she's gonna go there? Of course you go the one day I'm not working :'( but I'm glad u enjoyed the fantasmic package!

[@neelymae9431]

I missed you Tiff! yaya ayay aya

[@sweetpeace13]

What camera equipment/editing software do you use?

[@OuijaBoy]

Pissed bc when I got the hungry bear dining package they put us in standing :/ and more to the side wasn’t worth it!! Should’ve waited 😭 I’ll def do it again to get those seats

[@lxztbxy]

TENNESSEE

[@ParadoxFreak]

Ironic that I watch this video while on lunch drinking a caffeinated Sunkist orange soda lol.

[@ouch110]

Cool vlog! Gosh it makes me want to go to Disneyland. The first couple of minutes made me motion sick though. :( ouchies.

[@nataliejg156]

This is VERY helpful! Thank you!!!

[@Niko-ok8wq]

This was so helpful!! thanks tiff!

[@AshleyRussellxoxo]

awesome!

[@zippyorange6663]

First.....I wish