One of the most classic restaurants in Disney World has CHANGED.

California Grill is located at the top of Disney’s Contemporary Resort. This high-end restaurant is known for great food and even better views. Before Disney World began celebrating its 50th anniversary back in October 2021, the Grill had an a la carte menu. Once the big anniversary event began, that menu was swapped out for a special prix fixe menu to celebrate the occasion. But now that the 50th anniversary is officially over, the menu has changed once more. Come with us to see what it’s like now!

The new menu at California Grill is still prix fixe (not a la carte like it was before the 50th anniversary), meaning you’ll pay one set price per person and then choose which dish you want for each course. Visitors will be served a three-course meal that features “contemporary, market-inspired cuisine” like fire-roasted venison, goat cheese ravioli, and lemon chiffon cake.

The menu debuted today, April 1st, at this restaurant.

Thought one dinner was enough for us? We are Disney FOOD Blog after all…Come join us at California Grill as we try out their new menu! pic.twitter.com/jywmDpQDyq

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When we arrived we didn’t notice anything different about the restaurant itself.

We started off with the plant-based Strawberry and Raspberry Salad.

Up first, the Strawberry and Raspberry Salad! This has Marcona Almond-Cocoa 'Soil', Strawberry Variations, Shaved Radish, and Whipped Raspberry Vinaigrette making it a plant-based option. pic.twitter.com/RuhR99jJT5

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The salad is made with Marcona Almond-Cocoa ‘Soil’, Strawberry Variations, Shaved Radish, and Whipped Raspberry Vinaigrette. 

Our other reporter ordered the Sonoma Goat Cheese Ravioli! 

Up next, the return of a fan-favorite…the Sonoma Goat Cheese Ravioli! It’s Basil-Saffron Pasta, Tomato Broth, Mushroom Ragoût, and Fennel. pic.twitter.com/iPGFs26HO7

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This dish used to be on the menu before the 50th anniversary prix fixe menu was introduced, and we’re happy to see it back! It’s made with Basil-Saffron Pasta, Tomato Broth, Mushroom Ragoût, and Fennel — the main difference we noticed was that there was less broth.

Now it’s time for the entrees!

For our first entrée we tried the plant-based Saffron Risotto with Harissa-Honey Nut Squash, and Spiced Hummus Chermoula. pic.twitter.com/dln6bkiCAT

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We tried the plant-based Saffron Risotto with Harissa-Honey Nut Squash, and Spiced Hummus Chermoula…

…and the Fire-roasted Venison with Hasselback Potatoes, Leek Soubise, Artichoke Barigoule, and Ramp Pesto.

Here’s a closer look at the venison.

Our second entrée was the Fire-roasted Venison with Hasselback Potatoes, Leek Soubise, Artichoke Barigoule, and Ramp Pesto. pic.twitter.com/FSGTftMyrZ

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The plant-based dessert on the menu is the Peanut and Banana Torte! This treat is Shortbread, Peanut Ganache, Miso Caramel, Nut Crumble, and Caramelized Bananas.

Time for dessert! This is the Peanut and Banana Torte. It’s Shortbread, Peanut Ganache, Miso Caramel, Nut Crumble, and Caramelized Bananas. It’s also a plant-based dessert option! pic.twitter.com/IN59ODPeCU

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The other dessert we tried is the Meyer Lemon Chiffon Cake with Chevre Whip, Meringue, Blueberry Foam, and Blueberry Gel.

Last but not least, the Meyer Lemon Chiffon Cake! It’s Chevre Whip, Meringue, Blueberry Foam, and Blueberry Gel. 🫐 pic.twitter.com/cEeGUs9Ulo

— Disney Food Blog (@DisneyFoodBlog) April 2, 2023

We’ll have a FULL review of our experience up soon, so stay tuned to DFB for more updates on all the latest Disney news!

Click here to learn more about California Grill.

Would you try this new menu? Let us know in the comments.