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Blue Bayou - DL (New Orleans Square)
Blue Bayou Menu
Blue Bayou
Who: Jordan Family (party of 4)
Where: Blue Bayou
When: December 15, 2008 (every year for 8 years) (review submitted November 14, 2009)
What: Dinner
(4 people) Jambalaya, short ribs, prime rib and something off the kids menu
Approximate Price of Entrees: $30.00
Rate the following (1-5, five being the best!)
Food: 5+
Service: 5+
Atmosphere: 5+
Okay for Children: YES
Okay for Couples: YES
Be Sure To Try: Jambalaya and all desserts!!
General Tips:
sitting by water is really great. We always reserve our table 30 days before we go.
MouseForLess Tips:
We'be been doing this for the past 8 years. A holiday tradition and we love it! Atmosphere is great, the food always perfection and the staff is WONDERFUL!
Extra Comments:
Tip these people well. They work hard to make sure you have a really nice meal. Never a mistake, glasses always full and just splurge a little on this one. Lots of great memories here!!
Who: Gonser
Where: Blue Bayou
When: October 9, 2009
What:
Dinner - Fillet Mingnon 5 pepper steak Mac and Cheese for kids
Approximate Price of Entrees: $100.00
Rate the following (1-5, five being the best!)
Food: 4.5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4.5
Okay for Children: Yes
Okay for Couples: Yes
Be Sure To Try: Gumbo
Extra Comments:
More side dish options. I am not too keen on scalloped potatoes.
Who: Francis
Where: Blue Bayou
When: October 5, 2009
What:
Adults shared Monte Cristo plate, 6 and 4 year old shared childrens chicken and 8 had Salmon. No split plate charge added. If we wanted our own salad and sides with the main entree split, the fee was $12.
Approximate Price of Entrees: $56
Rate the following (1-5, five being the best!)
Food:
5 for Monte Cristo, 3 for Children's chicken
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Okay for Children: Yes
Okay for Couples: Yes, preferable
Be Sure To Try: Gumbo and Monte Cristo.
General Tips:
Off season, I was able to call ahead and got a reservation the next day. I have walked up in the morning and got reservations for same day. Never got reservations by walking up at Lunch.
The Mouse For Less Tips:
We shared a plate and were not charged extra fee. Blue Bayou gave us an extra plate to split. Monte Cristo is such a rich sandwich that splitting it still filled my wife and I up. This actually made the meal cheaper than the Tomorrowland Terrace for 5 people. Plus the food was much better.
Who: Mr. and Mrs. Gonzalez
Where: Blue Bayou
When: March 2009 (review submitted September 21, 2009)
What: Dinner - Their crab cakes and potatoes....AMAZING!
Approximate Price of Entrees: $100 total including tip
Rate the following (1-5, five being the best!)
Food: 5
Service:5
Atmosphere: 6!
Okay for Children:
yeah, but more for adults
Okay for Couples:
especially ok for couples! very romantic!
Be Sure To Try: potatoes!!
General Tips: Be sure to make a reservation. and if your there on a special occasion, make sure to let them know. We went for our honeymoon and they brought us free dessert! =)
The Mouse For Less Tips:
our annual passholder gave us a discount!
Extra Comments:
This place is pricey.....but i dont think its anything to get upset about! its totally worth it and unlike any other place!
Who: Burnett
Where: Blue Bayou
When: August 27, 2009
What:
Dinner - new York, Salmon, Crab Cakes
Approximate Price of Entrees: $30 each
Rate the following (1-5, five being the best!)
Food: 5
Service: 3
Atmosphere: 4
Okay for Children: Yes.
Okay for Couples: Yes.
Be Sure To Try: All items were delicious.
Extra Comments:
the "Fine Dining" did not reveal itself in our service. Food was awesome, but service was unprofessional and not worthy of a fine dining tag.
Who: Champneys Family
Where: Blue Bayou
When: December 14, 2008 (review submitted August 27, 2009)
What: Monte Cristos
Approximate Price of Entrees: $25 perperson
Rate the following (1-5, five being the best!)
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Okay for Children:
Yes. My kids loved the pirate hats and the kids menu.
Okay for Couples:
Yes. Incredible atmosphere, unlike anything else.
Be Sure To Try:
The Monte Cristos. Also, the Gumbo was fabulous.
General Tip:
Definitely want to make reservations well in advance.
Extra Comments:
We plan our visits to Disneyland around our reservations at the Blue Bayou because we love it so much. Once we changed our vacation dates We are big Pirates fans and the restaurant is just an extension of that experience.
Who: The Dowlings
Where: Blue Bayou
When: January 19, 2009 (review submitted August 11, 2009)
What:
lunch - Royal Street Seafood Jumbalaya, Five-Pepper Roasted New York, Mickey's Cheesey Macaroni The Birthday Cake in a pirates toy chest.
Rate the following (1-5, five being the best!)
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Okay for Children:
"Yes" My 2 year old son loved it here. We were seated next to the ride so he was very curious of the ride the entire visit.
Okay for Couples:
"Yes", Bring a flashlight though, it's hard to see the menu.
Be Sure To Try:
The Royal Street Seafood Jumbalaya was awesome it had seafood in every bite.
General Tip:
Make sure you reserve 3 weeks ahead of time. Ask for a seat next to the water but away from the kitchen (it's loud).
Who: Lisa and Nancy
Where: Blue Bayou
When: July 25, 2009
What:
We had dinner. We both ordered the surf and turf with salad.
Rate the following (1-5, five being the best!)
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Okay for Children:
Yes, but it's pretty intimate and not a lot to see, so the kids may get antsy.
Okay for Couples: Yes.
Be Sure To Try:
If you're not on a budget, try the surf and turf. It was awesome - the lobster wasn't rubbery (which I find happns alot at other restaurants) and the steak was cooked perfectly.
General Tip:
If you're not on a budget, try the surf and turf. It was awesome - the lobster wasn't rubbery (which I find happns alot at other restaurants) and the steak was cooked perfectly.
Extra Comment: Get there early and enjoy the atmosphere!
Who: Mosqueda's
Where: Blue Bayou
When: May 12, 2009
What:
Lunch: 4 Le Special de Monte Cristo and 1 Buccaneer's Beef Short Ribs.
Approximate Price of Entrees: About $30.00 per person.
Rate the following (1-5, five being the best!)
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Okay for Children:
Yes, but it's a small place and has a romantic setting so children who are quiet would make the atmosphere more pleasent.
Okay for Couples: Yes because it is very intimate.
Be Sure To Try: Buccaneer's Short Ribs.
General Tip:
You have to get there early because they take reservations and only have limited seating for walk-ins.
The Mouse For less Tip:
The size of the meal is more than fulfilling and worth trying and also using an annual pass will get you 10% off.
Extra Comment: This is definitely a 5 star restaurant!
Who: Liddle
Where: Blue Bayou
When: Often (review submitted May 13, 2009)
What: Lunch, dinner. I always order the prime rib, always wonderful. The scalloped potatoes, delicious, and the salads and rolls great! Well worth the money. Anything I have tried here has been tasty!
Approximate Price of Entrees: $20 - $30 per person
Rate the following (1-5, five being the best!)
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Okay for Children: Yes, if they appreciate the meal, but I find most kids would rather have a hot dog or hamburger..
Okay for Couples: Yes, Romantic.
General Tip: Make a reservation
The Mouse For less Tip: Annual Pass Discount.
Who: DeVore Family
Where: Blue Bayou
When: April, 2009
What: Dinner
Approximate Price of Entrees: $400 for our group of 14 (6 adults 8 kids)
Rate the following (1-5, five being the best!)
Food: 1
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 1
Okay for Children: Yes
Okay for Couples: Yes
Be Sure To Try:
Nobody had anything that great
General Tip:
Eat somewhere else, over-priced and not that good. The food stands have better food.
The Mouse For less Tip:
Portions are not big enough to share, if you are on a budget you won't want to eat here it was $30-40/person.
Extra Comment:
Great service, the kids meals aren't priced too horribly.
Who: Disney Fanatic Family
Where: Blue Bayou
When: 2/2009
What: Lunch. Monte Cristo Sandwich. Tesoro Island Chicken. The creamed spinach is to die for! The gumbo is mouth watering and given before the main meal comes out. The service is GREAT! You have to try the monte cristo with jam....omg....to die FOR!
Price of Entrees: $115 for 6 people. 3 kids and 3 adults.
Rate the following (1-5, five being the best!)
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere:
Okay for Children: Yes
Okay for Couples: Yes
Be Sure To Try: The Monte Cristo!!!!!!
General Tip: Make sure you make reservations!!!! Otherwise you probably WON'T get in. When we went there were 2wks full!!!
The Mouse For less Tip: The kids portion was big, I could have bought one and had my 2 (Ages 3 and 5) kids share!
Extra Comment: Don't miss out....totally worth the money!
Who: Disney Fanatic Family
Where: Blue Bayou
When: 2/2009
What: Lunch. Monte Cristo Sandwich. Tesoro Island Chicken.
The creamed spinach is to die for! The gumbo is mouth watering and given before the main meal comes out. The service is GREAT! You have to try the monte cristo with jam....omg....to die FOR!
Price of Entrees: $115 for 6 people. 3 kids and 3 adults.
Rate the following (1-5, five being the best!)
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere:
Okay for Children: Yes
Okay for Couples: Yes
Be Sure To Try: The Monte Cristo!!!!!!
General Tip:
Make sure you make reservations!!!! Otherwise you probably WON'T get in. When we went there were 2wks full!!!
The Mouse For less Tip:
The kids portion was big, I could have bought one and had my 2 (Ages 3 and 5) kids share!
Extra Comment:
Don't miss out....totally worth the money!
Who: Family of 6
Where: Blue Bayou
When: 3/26/2009
What: 2 entrees of jambalaya and 4 desserts
Rate the following (1-5, five being the best!)
Food: 4
Service: 3
Atmosphere:
Okay for Children: Yes
Okay for Couples: Yes
Be Sure To Try:
Creme brulee was very good
General Tip:
Try to eat the edible treasure chest!
Extra Comment:
The web menu featured appetizers and split plate charge of $5; We were told there were no appetizers and the split plate charge is $12. Also the server brought our desserts before the entrees. Overall a somewhat disappointing visit. (According to our latest update of this restaurant on 2/09, the split plate charge is still $5 on the menu)
Who: The Masseys
Where: Blue Bayou
When: 3/1/2008 (submitted 4/1/2009)
What:
Dinner. 1 order of Buccaneer's Beef Short Ribs, 1 order of 5 Pepper Roasted Prime Rib, 1 Cookie boat, and as a "Happy Anniversary" from the restaurant 1 order of Chocolate Mousse and 2 Chocolate Mint Dubloons on the house!
Price of Entrees: $100 for the two of us including tip.
Rate the following (1-5, five being the best!)
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Okay for Children: Yes, the children we saw seemed very happy
Okay for Couples:
Yes, very romantic. The atmosphere makes it feel very much as if you are alone at your table.
Be Sure To Try:
The Beef Short ribs. The meat was succulent, practically fell off the bone. The gumbo is without equal, and explosion of flavor in every bite. The prime rib was juicy and tender and very filling.
General Tip:
It is very highly recommended that you make a reservation so you get in the door. Also, if you can hold out and not die from starvation...make a reservation for a little later in the night. It pays off.
The Mouse For Less Tip:
Make sure you tell the staff about a special event, they're very thoughtful and might surprise you with a special treat.
Extra Comment:
We plan on visiting Disneyland and Blue Bayou every year on our anniversary, because the service, food, and atmosphere were worth the one a year splurge!
Who:
Hansen family
Where: Blue Bayou
When: 04/2008 (submitted 3/1/2009)
What:
Early dinner... We had the Tesoro Island Chicken and the Prime Rib. Oh goodness, it was SO good, we were first timers but were NOT disappointed, it's for sure a stop EVERY time to DL!
Price of Entrees:
Plan on about $30.00 a person including drink
Rate the following (1-5, five being the best!)
Food: 5!!!
Service: 4!! We waited for bread for a while...
Atmosphere: 5!!!
Okay for Children:
We didn't have any at the time but are planning on taking our son on our next trip
Okay for Couples:
DEFINATELY!!! Such a wonderful atmosphere!!!
Be Sure To Try:
The Chicken. It was SO good, my husband loved the prime rib as well...
General Tip:
Make sure to make reservations, we saw them turn away many people. Be sure to ask to have water front seating, it's pretty neat!
The Mouse For Less Tip:
I think you can get 15% off if you present your season pass but we live out of state so it didn't apply to us!
Extra Comment:
Like I said before, MAKE SURE YOU MAKE RESERVATIONS OR YOU WILL NOT GET IN!
Who: A. Basilio
Where: Blue Bayou
When: 01/25/2009
What:
We had lunch here recently. The crab cake is very good, the Gumbo is highly recommended. We also had the mahi mahi and the steak. I have to say that for the price it is worth. They do give you a big portion. And don't forget the dessert, we had the creme brulee and we loved it!
Price of Entrees:
$98.00 and with the discount it came to $88.00.
Rate the following (1-5, five being the best!)
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Okay for Couples:
Yes, it is such a romantic place to have lunch or dinner.
Be Sure To Try: Crab Cake, Chicken Gumbo, Creme Brulee
General Tip: Make an advanced reservation.
The Mouse For Less Tip: Be sure to give them your annual pass when you are paying. It's an additional 10% off.
Who: Richard Miner
Where: Blue Bayou
When: 01/09/2009
What: dinner, we ordered the chicken and also the mahi mahi. Both were very good
Price of Entrees: $27.99 and 30.
Rate the following (1-5, five being the best!)
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4
Okay for Children:
Okay for Couples: Yes, if couple are not offended or distracted by children who are not confined to the table with their parents.
Be Sure To Try: mahi mahi.
General Tip: We did not make reservations early on our arrival at Disneyland and our seats were too far from the Pirates ride. The service may have been slower because of the table we were at.
Extra Comment: Even though I love spinach the serving that I received was cold when it was delivered to the table and therefore, it was not good.
Who: The Richardson Family
Where: Blue Bayou
When: December 9, 2008
What:
We ate lunch here, because we'd heard that the lunch menu was cheaper. Although the food was wonderful, it was REALLY expensive. We ordered 2 Monte Cristo plates, 3 mac'n'cheese kids' plates, 2 sodas, and 1 dessert to share and the total bill came to $91 without the tip. We asked to be seated near the water, and we arrived really early, but the host was very short and told us he didn't have anything available. Our waiter was great, and the food was delicious, but I'm not sure we'd do Blue Bayou again. It was like any other restaurant if you don't sit near the water.
Price of Entrees: +$100 for a family of 5
Rate the following (1-5, five being the best!)
Food: 5
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 3
Okay for Children: Yes. It's expensive, though, so make sure they are hungry.
Okay for Couples: Yes.
Be Sure To Try:
The Monte Cristo and potatoes were REALLY good. The best food we had in the park was at Blue Bayou.
General Tip:
The earlier you go, the better chance you have of sitting near the water.
TheMouseForLess Tip:
Portions are huge, so consider splitting a plate. There is a split plate charge, but if you aren't able to eat a huge meal, it's totally worth it.
Who: Fandel/OHaver
Where: Blue Bayou
When: October 22, 2008 (review submitted 12/31/08)
What:
Lunch. The monte Cristos for the adults/the children ate the PBJ
Price of Entrees: $17 pp family of 10
Rate the following (1-5, five being the best!)
Food: 3.5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Okay for Children:
"Yes" the wait staff was great and although it was busy they were so very nice and great with the kids
Okay for Couples: Yes.
Be Sure To Try: The kids loved the cookie boat, the adults liked the cream brulee.
Who:
Chapman
Where: Blue Bayou
When: July 2008 (review submitted 12/6/08)
What: Lunch - Monte Cristo (2 of them), Cajan Spiced Salmon
Price of Entrees: $64 for a family of 3
Rate the following (1-5, five being the best!)
Food: 4
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5*
Okay for Children:
The Blue Bayou offers a childrens menu and the atmosphere is "child friendly" It is a quiet restaurant though so I would not suggest bringing anyone to young into the restaurant
Okay for Couples:
The atmosphere is very romantic.
Be Sure To Try:
Nothing really specific... Nothing stands out above everything else.
General Tip:
A seat by the water is very nice, you will want to book a LONG time ahead during busy times of the year. I'd book ahead even on the slow days.
TheMouseForLess Tip:
10% off if you have an annual pass (according to the last time I checked - MFL note: as of 2008-2009 season SoCal Select, SoCal and Deluxe Annual Passholders receive 10% off and Premium Annual Passholders receive 15% off at Blue Bayou)
Extra Comments:
You might have to wait a bit even if you have a reservation.
Who: Sabrina Hamilton
Where: Blue Bayou
When: August 7, 2008
What: dinner - 2 orders of rare Prime Rib
Price of Entrees: $124.58
Rate the following (1-5, five being the best!)
Food: 3.5
Service: 4.5
Atmosphere: 5
Okay for Children: No
Okay for Couples: Yes
Be Sure To Try: House Gumbo
General Tip: I came 10 mins. before my 7:10 reservation and STILL had to wait 35 mins. for my table. Luckily I was able to sit by the water.
TheMouseForLess Tip: Do NOT order RARE meat if the cooks are in a hurry, it just might walk off your plate!!
Extra Comments: Get there very early. There will always be a wait but the food is all around decent indeed. GREAT for anniversaries.
Who: Keri White
Where: Blue Bayou
When: August 5, 2008
What: Lunch - Monte Cristo, Isla Cruces Crab Cakes, Seafood Jambalaya, Mickey's Mac n Cheese
Price of Entrees: 80
Rate the following (1-5, five being the best!)
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Okay for Children: Yes- it is dark but they will love watching the boats go by on the pirates of the carribean ride
Okay for Couples: Yes
Be Sure To Try: Monte Cristo
General Tip: Call disney dining and make a reservation for the day and time you want. about 9 weeks before. A few days before you leave you can call and confirm your reservations. the line for people who didn't call ahead is very long. When you check in request a table by the water.
Extra Comments: It is an amazing experience. Yes it is expensive but worth it. The food is very good and the ambiance is very romantic. You also get a salad and bread with the food so you could easily split a plate with someone else.
Who: DeCambra
Where: Blue Bayou
When: Everytime we go (about 2-4x a year)
What: Lunch - I usually get the prime rib and my husband gets the monte cristo
Rate the following (1-5, five being the best!)
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere:
Okay for Children: Yes, the kids love the atmosphere
Okay for Couples: Yes, very romantic. It's like you're eating a candlelit dinner no matter what time of day you eat
Be Sure To Try: Prime Rib . Best I've ever had!!!
General Tip: Any reservation made for 11am is automatically seated next to the water unless you're a large party. Make sure you do arrive early otherwise you will end up waiting, even if you have a reservation at a certain time.
Who: Hopfensperger
Where: Blue Bayou
When: 07/24/08
What: Late Lunch
Price of Entrees: $18-24
Rate the following (1-5, five being the best!)
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Okay for Children: "Yes" , my 15 year old loved it
Okay for Couples: Yes" it is somewhat romantic
Be Sure To Try: The Monte Cristo is amazing and large enough to share. We did not have reservations, walked up at 3:00 and asked if they had any cancellations, we were invited to dine with them immediately.
General Tip: We were seated right next to the water, which was lovely.
MouseForLess Tip: he pirate ship desert is large enough to share, we split it 3 ways!
Who: Me, My girlfriend and her brother and mom
Where: Blue Bayou
When: May 6, 2008
What: Dinner -
We ordered: Filet Mignon x2 ($33.99 each), Tesora Island Chicken ($24.99), Molasses-Brined Bayou Pork Chop ($25.99)
Price of Entrees: $26 - $35
Rate the following (1-5, five being the best!)
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4
Okay for Children: yes
Okay for Couples: For Sure
Be Sure To Try:
The Filet Mignon was AMAZING and their potatoes were delicious. The Chicken was alright nothing too special, but the pork chop is AMAZING as well.
General Tip: Try to get priority seating and def. try to get reservations at least about 5 days in advance.
MouseForLess Tip:
If you aren't much of an eater you can always split the plate with a friend or loved one. Portions are pretty big.
Extra Comments:
It was my first time eating there and it was very good and worth the money in my opinion I will definitely go next time I am in Disneyland.
Who: Carole & Van Tabb
Where: Blue Bayou
When: May 4, 2008
What: Dinner - Molasses brined pork chop with Sherry Vinaigrette and the Jambaya with Gumbo
Price of Entrees: $26.00 each
Rate the following (1-5, five being the best!)
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Okay for Children: OK for children, but this is not a character restaurant and is most appropriate for older children (teens)
Okay for Couples:OK for couples; this is a fairly romantic atmosphere, classic night bayou-side dining with all of the night sounds.
Be Sure To Try: The Monte Cristo sandwich has always been our favorite, but is not available at dinner. Would say that you cannot go wrong regardless of what you might order.
General Tip: Ask to sit by the water; the wait might be a bit longer, but not that long.
MouseForLess Tip: Has the Annual Pass discount, but you have to visit Disneyland like five times a year to make the pass worthwhile. If you can do that or if you are a southern California resident, the pass is a must.
Extra Comments: We have been going to Disneyland for the past 25 years, even now that the kids have moved on; the Blue Bayou has always been a must highlight, and is usually the last thing that we do before leaving the park.
Who: The Newports
Where: Blue Bayou
When: 11/2007 (submitted 4/21/08)
Prime Rib, Mahi Mahi
Rate the following (1-5, five being the best!)
Food: 2
Service: 5
Atmosphere:
Okay for Children: Ofcourse kids should be there, it is Disneyland and its all for the kids. If you dont want to be around kids, why go to DL at all!!
Okay for Couples: Yes
Be Sure To Try: The wedge salad is the only thing we enjoyed this year, and we have been going to BB for like 8 years now.
General Tip: It doesnt matter what time your reservation is, they will seat you whenever they feel like it and if u ask to sit near the water I swear they will seat you by the bathrooms.
MouseForLess Tip: Try the jazz kitchen, less money and alot more food. Its in Downtown Disney and they accept reservations too!!
Extra Comments: The only way I am going back there ever again is if the prices ever go back to reasonable ones and the food taste like it used too. I am very dissapointed at this restaurant and it use to be what I looked forward to everyear for our New Years dinner.
Who: The Morrows
Where: Blue Bayou
When: 3/30/2008
What: Lunch - Mahi Mahi, Jambalaya, Prime Rib
Rate the following (1-5, five being the best!)
Food: food definitely 1
Service: 1.5
Atmosphere:
Okay for Children: No
Okay for Couples: Yes
Be Sure To Try: The rolls are great when they are warm. The jambalaya had just the right amount of spice.
General Tip: We made reservations over the phone a day in advance and they had an opening for 2:30. Reserve as early as possible although this did not help us too much.
Extra Comments: We were told over the phone to go early to try to get "water front" seating but we were turned away till our exact reservation time. When we returned they had us sit and wait another 15 minutes and then told us it would be an additional 20 minutes for the water. We opted for any seat and then noticed that walk ups were being sat before us! We had to say something twice and were finally sat at a four top right near the entrance/restrooms/bus boy area.
As far as the food.... the mahi mahi tasted like it had been sitting under a heat lamp for an hour. The prime rib was ALL fat and was not worth the $30.
I remember the Blue Bayou being a lot better as a child, now its not worth the time and money.
Who: The Franklins
Where: Blue Bayou
When: 11/29/2007 (submitted 3/6/08)
What: Dinner
Price of Entrees: $100.00
Rate the following (1-5, five being the best!)
Food: food definitely 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Okay for Children: No, I would have to say not really. This is more of an adult restaurant. I am sure it would be okay with kids who are a little older like 12 or so, but any younger it would ruin the atmosphere.
Okay for Couples: Yes, ABSOLUTELY. My husband and I make reservations way in advance so we can eat there on our little trips. We enjoy the quiet so much, it is very romantic.
Be Sure To Try: Be sure to try the prime rib, the chicken is super yummy and the Buckaneer Beef Tips are outstanding. They just flake off the bone. The potatos and veggies are cooked to perfection.
General Tip: Again, no small children. It ruins the atmosphere for other guests, and when coming be sure to make a reservation in advance through Disney Dine.
TheMouseForLess Tip: When it comes to the monies, if you are on a budget, I would recommend to share a plate, they are fairly pricey and to share a plate is only 5 dollars and your plate would be up to 30. So plan on spending.
Extra Comments: If you want to sit next to the water, request this. It may be a longer wait, but its fun and worth it.
Who: The Dunnet Family
Where: Blue Bayou
When: 12/14/2007
What: Dinner, appetizer, Jambalaya, Spiced Salmon, T. Island Chicken, Bayou Pork Chops.
Price of Entrees: $25.00 ea.
Rate the following (1-5, five being the best!)
Food: food definitely 5, very delicious.
Service: 5, our waiter was superb, very friendly and fun.
Atmosphere: We would have preferred a table closer to the water or inward
Okay for Children: Yes, however, "those parents" need to keep their children under control so the rest of us can enjoy our meal! Otherwise, take them to Pizza Port!!!
Okay for Couples: Yes. Romantic setting!
Be Sure To Try: anything
General Tip: Make reservations way in advance. sometimes you can book on the same day.
TheMouseForLess Tip: Annual Passholder discount.
Extra Comments: Really no complaints, where we sat could of been a bit more atmospheric, we sat way over on the side next to the white lattice which seemed a bit sparse, the rest of the restaurant was had atmosphere. however the food was so delicious, will make this a once in a while event but defiantly would go again.
Who: The Moyers (husband and wife)
Where: Blue Bayou
When: 12/15/2007
What: Lunch - Monte Cristo sandwich w/split plate charge (extra salad)
and one Coke
Price of Entrees: $35 total - The sandwich alone is now $21.99
Rate the following (1-5, five being the best!)
Food: 2
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 5
Okay for Children: Yes,
Okay for Couples: Yes. But, can get crowded and noisy, incl. lots of kids.
Be Sure To Try: None.
TheMouseForLess Tip: Due to the ridiculous pricing - and the fact that no entrees/sides
are available a la carte - my husband and I usually split one entree
and get the extra salad offered with the split plate charge. This
provides a decent, if lighter, lunch.
Extra Comments: The pricing is just too much now! We've visited BB at least 4
times in the last 5 years. Sadly, we've seen the prices rise again
and again and again until they are finally just too high for what
you get (Monte Cristo for $21.99, when it was $11.99 only 4
years ago!!!!!!). And, with the new menu, the only available
meals are multi-course and not that great. They also no longer
serve many of the fabulous items they used to have such as the
blackened chicken caesar salad. It is unlikely we will go back
until they change things. Which is sad, it used to be a really
magical place in the park.
Who: Franklins
Where: Blue Bayou
When: 11/12/2007
What: Ate there for dinner, my husband had prime rib and I had the short ribs.
Price of Entrees: $30
Rate the following (1-5, five being the best!)
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Okay for Children: We don't have any children but from observing in the restaurant, some people seem to be okay with their kids there. Some not so much. Probably too fine dining for the little ones.
Okay for Couples: Yes!!! We have eaten at the Bayou since before we were married and will continue to eat there. It's our favorite place in the park to eat.
Be Sure To Try: The Mahi Mahi, Prime Rib and definitely the Short Ribs, super good!!
General Tips: Again, maybe not a good idea for children but fun atmosphere for them. If planning to go, plan on spending, I think people tend to under think their budget for this place.
TheMouseForLess Tip: If going for lunch, try sharing a plate, that is a great way to save and have a good portion control.
Who: Saunders Family
Where: Blue Bayou
When: 10/19/2007
What: dinner. Fillet Mignon, Portabello Mushroom, PB&J for the kids
Price of Entrees: $30 per person or total $126 for a family of 4.
Rate the following (1-5, five being the best!)
Food: 1
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 5
Okay for Children: Yes, but the very limited children's menu makes it risky.
Okay for Couples: Yes. Very romantic atmosphere, but the new menu is disappointing.
Be Sure To Try: Not much. Food quality and selection is very disappointing. We've eaten at Blue Bayou every trip since 1992, but won't eat there again until things change.
General Tips: Reserve online up to 60 days in advance. It's sometimes possible to get walk in seating, but you can wait a long time.
TheMouseForLess Tip: Disney VISA food discount does *NOT* apply at Blue Bayou.
Extra Comments: As noted above, we loved BB for 15 years, but the new prices really high and new food is dreadful. The white asparagus was bland. The broccoli was undercooked and fishy. No bleu cheese dressing for a wedge salad? Come on.
Who: Andersons (dad, mom, daughter and son)
Where: Blue Bayou
When: 10/07/2007
What: Lunch- Chicken, pork chops, mac & cheese, PB&J, one iced tea and no desserts.
Price of Entrees: $95 for total including tip and 10% AP discount.
Rate the following (1-5, five being the best!)
Food: 3
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Okay for Children: "Yes" the kids had fun but did not really like their food. My daughter would not eat her mac&Cheese and after tasting it I totally agreed with her decision.
Okay for Couples: Yes
Be Sure To Try: My husband really liked his chicken, I thought the pork chops were just okay. The sauces were overpowering and the meat seemed to be of mediocre quality.
TheMouseForLess Tip: I do hear that sharing a meal is a good option as each person will receive a salad and two sides; only the entree is split.
Extra Comments: This was something we had always wanted to try. That being said, I probably will not do it again unless my husband insists. I really did not care for the food. If you are trying to plan a visit I would add $3 to the entree prices listed and $1 for the children's prices.
Who: Maiorana family
Where: Blue Bayou
When: 07/12/2006 (submitted 6/11/2007)
Price of Entrees: $135 for a family of 4
Rate the following (1-5, five being the best!)
Food: 5
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 5 sit by the water if possible
Okay for Children: My children loved it but they're 6 and 7
Okay for Couples: Quite nice for couples romantic I think by the water seating
Be Sure To Try: Try the peppered prime rib of beef yummo
General Tips: I made the reservation 2 months before going to Disney to be sure I got a reservation
TheMouseForLess Tip: We were hungry and the children ate all that came to them and had dessert.
Extra Comments: The dinner was relaxing. I didn't feel rushed even though they were very busy. Nice time was had by all.
Who: REMO
Where: Blue Bayou
When: 04/21/2007
What: Lunch: Monte Cristo Sandwich
Price of Entrees: $18.99
Rate the following (1-5, five being the best!)
Food: 4
Service: 3
Atmosphere: 4
Okay for Children: yes
Okay for Couples: yes
Extra Comments: I have always liked this restaurant, but I must say I feel the menu has now increased prices so drastically it is beyond reasonable.
Who: Mom and daughter
Where: Blue Bayou
When: 03/22/2007
What: dinner.
One Prime Rib and one filet mignon each with scalloped potatos, brocollini and white asparagus. Came with wedge lettuce salad. Salad nicely done with tomato,avocado, and some smoked sausage and cheese.
birthday dessert (complementary) of chocolate moose (shaped like mickey head with doubloons as the ears.)
Rate the following (1-5, five being the best!)
Food: 5
Service: 4 service wasn't great
Atmosphere:
Okay for Children: yes, if they are able to stay at the table and not run around.
Okay for Couples: yes. Lovely for a couple
Be Sure To Try: Everything was good
General Tips: Make reservations before your trip. We made ours over a month early. Arrive early for your reservation time.
TheMouseForLess Tip: Big portions. Lunch a bit less expensive.
Who: Gayle Villapando and Wyatt Demorest
Where: Blue Bayou
When: 02/22/2007
What: dinner: The Five-Pepper Roasted Prime Rib of Beef and Tesora Island Chicken
Approximate Price of Entrees: $29.99 for the prime rib and $24.99 for the chicken... and about $3 each for the mint julep and an iced tea
Rate the following (1-5, five being the best!)
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Okay for Children: Yes. There were a lot of kids, actually. and they got to wear cool menu hats.
Okay for Couples: ABSOLUTELY! my boyfriend and I have been wanting to eat at the Blue Bayou for months, so as a surprise, I made reservations for our anniversary. The atmosphere was wonderful...very dim and lit by candles, Chinese lanterns, and the lights from the balcony. I guess I should say to try and avoid the tables nearest the kitchen, restrooms, and lobby, but I'm sure that's a given.
Be Sure To Try: Their side potatoes! I honestly think that was better than the chicken and the prime rib, but i'm a big fan of potatoes. =] oh, and their soup.
General Tips: Sit by the water or at least fairly close to it. And try to save room for dessert. I wanted to try the flying dutchman cookie boat, but I was stuffed.
TheMouseForLess Tip: You might want to ask whomever you're with to get something you both want, and get something else you want to try, then share off each other's plate. It's fun and romantic to share two entrees with a date.
Extra Comments: I love the Blue Bayou. It was everything my boyfriend and I expected...totally worth the money.
Who: Pat Perry
Where: Blue Bayou
When: 02/14/2007
What: lunch: wedge salad, mahi mahi on bed of spinach. Other person had monte cristo sandwich and wedge salad.
Approximate Price of Entrees: $28 for mahi mahi, $18 for monte cristo sandwich
Rate the following (1-5, five being the best!)
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Okay for Children: Yes.
Okay for Couples: Yes
Be Sure To Try: Would definitely recommend the mahi mahi or any fish item.
General Tips: If you do a late lunch, early dinner you can get right in. We could not get a reservation but they could seat us at 2:45 p.m. as a walk in.
TheMouseForLess Tip: Don't forget to use your Annual Passport for discount. I forgot and would have saved $5
Extra Comments: I have heard good and bad things about Blue Bayou but our experience was just short of fantastic!!
Who: The Cahills
Where: Blue Bayou
When: 02/07/2005
What: lunch, we ordered two sodas, an order of stuffed mushrooms, and a Monte Cristo to split. Because I was wearing a birthday sticker they brought me chocolate mousse (yum!)
Rate the following (1-5, five being the best!)
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere:
Okay for Children: Yes. There were plenty of families around us. The children's menus are written on a pirate's hats, which the children can wear and take with them.
Okay for Couples: Sitting by the water is very romantic. Even at high noon it's dimly lit and very romantic.
Be Sure To Try: Everyone says the Monte Cristo is it, but I thought it was an awful lot of batter. I wouldn't really call it a sandwich. It was definitely worth the try, but now that I've tried it, I won't be trying it again.
General Tips: I made our PS for the first available lunch time. We were the first seated. It's a neat feeling to be walking through an empty restaurant!
TheMouseForLess Tip: Go during lunch! The menu is cheaper, the food is just as plentiful, and it always feels like night in there anyways!
Extra Comments: All in all, this place is a must try!
 Updated
November 14, 2009
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