food IS a theme park
We’ve got great news for all the hot dog fans out there!
Portillo’s
When it comes to theme park food, hot dogs are definitely a classic staple! And there are several places to find a good hot dog in Disney World, like the iconic Casey’s Corner in Magic Kingdom and Ronto Roasters in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. But if you’re in need of a hot dog fix AFTER you’ve left the parks for the day, don’t worry — a popular Chicago-style hot dog chain has you covered!
It’s a New Year!!!
And to ring it in, there are some NEW GOURMET HOT DOGS coming to one of our very favorite Counter Service spots… Casey’s Corner in the Magic Kingdom!
Casey’s is, of course, THE quintessential place to enjoy a dog in Disney World. While you can always grab a standard hot dog to top at the condiment bar, Casey’s has also long been home to the classic Chili-Cheese Hot Dog and the less traditional Barbecue Slaw Dog (in addition to the fan favorite Corn Dog Nuggets).
But you may notice something new on the menu during your next visit to Casey’s… and any subsequent visits after that. Because a new rotating specialty menu will feature new Hot Dogs every month.
Casey’s Corner
And they’re starting with a foot-long version of the Mac & Cheese and Bacon-topped Hot Dog! [Read more…]
You know how we love our over-the-top gourmet HOT DOGS here at the DFB!
From the Barbecue Slaw Hot Dog and Chili-Cheese Dog at Casey’s Corner, to the Coney Island Dog at The Lunching Pad, to the fun assortment at The Mara in Animal Kingdom Lodge (the Mara BLT Hot Dog, the Reuben Hot Dog, and the African Chili-Cheese Hot Dog)… well, the bigger the variety of toppings to choose from, the better!
And now we’re excited to have SEVEN new gourmet hot dogs to add to the list at the Grand Floridian’s Gasparilla Island Grill! But there’s a little twist: the menu rotates. There are seven different hot dogs, with a different one featured each day of the week. Each hot dog is inspired by a different city or state in the U.S. So, let’s take a Hot Dog Tour of the country — courtesy of Gasparilla Island Grill — starting in…
The Cleveland Dog is topped with coleslaw and hot sauce. And the fries? Don’t look on the side for for this natural pairing, because they’re on top of this dog, too!
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The Seattle Dog is topped with cream cheese (now, why didn’t I think of that?), but you’ll have to look under a huge — and SPICY! — pile of jalapeños, cabbage, and Sriracha to find it! [Read more…]
“Take Me Out to the Ball Game…”
Okay, we know… with the San Francisco Giants winning the World Series, baseball season is officially behind us for the year. But there’s one place where it’s always baseball season, and that’s Casey’s Corner in Magic Kingdom!
And what’s a baseball game without a hot dog… or three 😉 ? I know you agree. Let’s head in to the quintessential hot dog joint in Disney World for a bite.
Casey’s Corner
Before you even step in the front doors, you’re “greeted” by a turn-of-the-century baseball player.
Casey’s Corner baseball player
Casey’s Corner baseball player
Once you enter, the baseball theme really kicks into high gear, down to the Cast Member baseball player costumes (which might be my favorite costumes just about anywhere at Disney World).
Casey’s Corner
Vintage artwork and props (including ads for Coca-Cola) line the walls and top the shelves just about everywhere you look.
Vintage Coke Advertisement
Art at Casey’s Corner
Atmosphere Details at Casey’s Corner
The indoor seating does its best to place you outside, giving the impression that you’re at an outdoor ballpark. The scoreboard reflects a score that is much to the chagrin of the citizens of Mudville, thanks to the legendary strikeout of “Casey at the Bat.”
Scoreboard
There may be “no joy in Mudville,” since Mighty Casey struck out, but [Read more…]
Can’t wait for lunch? Head over to The Lunching Pad with us!
You’ll find this snack stop in Tomorrowland at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom. And while it looks pretty unassuming, it’s a great place to enjoy Cream Cheese Pretzels, or even Mickey Soft Pretzels!
But in addition to some of our favorite soft pretzel snacks and carbonated frozen drinks, they’re also an outlet for those delicious and inventive Gourmet Hot Dogs that you’ll find around the resort.
Today, we’re taking a look at not one, not two, but three of these deluxe dogs for lunch. C’mon!
So, atmosphere at The Lunching Pad…well, what you see is pretty much what you get.
The Lunching Pad at Rocketeer Plaza
If you’ve been to Tomorrowland, you’ve seen the atmosphere of this spot. It’s really just a walk-up window.
Ordering Window
There are a few tables scattered nearby, complete with those awesome, padded Tomorrowland seats.
And because The Lunching Pad is located beneath the PeopleMover and Astro-Orbiter, the overhang provides some much-welcomed shade when you stop here for a quick meal or snack.
Seating
But now that we’ve taken a (very quick!) tour around The Lunching Pad, let’s see about those dogs!
The menu at this snack stop is very small. You have a handful of frozen, carbonated beverages, which are so amazing on a hot day! And you can get them in plain cups or sport bottles. And as we mentioned before, this is also a good place to snag a soft pretzel.
Mickey Pretzel with Plastic Cheese
But the star attractions here, if you’re looking for real sustenance, are the line up of over the top hot dogs.
Menu — Click to Enlarge
Let’s just take a moment to admire them, shall we?
Today’s selections include, left to right, the BLT Hot Dog, the Coney Island Dog, and the Philly Cheese Steak Dog. [Editor’s Update: The Lunching Pad menu has been streamlined since the original writing of this post, and the Coney Island Dog is currently the only specialty hot dog available.]
Specialty Hot Dogs from The Lunching Pad in Disney World’s Magic Kingdom
We’ll start with the brand new-to-the-menu [Read more…]
Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend is upon us
! And it got us thinking… where would we most like to relax and celebrate after a runDisney race in Disney World? There are lots of things to consider when planning your post-race celebration. So, lace up, friends, and read on!
Located in the heart of the Contemporary Resort, Chef Mickey’s fun-filled buffet is also character meal featuring the Fab Five… which, of course, includes the Big Cheese himself, Mickey Mouse!
Chef Mickey’s
Pros:
• A great buffet with an abundance of choices to fill most any post-race craving;
• If your race happens during Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend in January, this is the place where you can get your picture taken with a character that likely matches the one on your medal! (Minnie for 10K finishers, Donald for Half Marathon finishers, Mickey for full Marathon finishers, and Goofy for those just goofy enough to run both the half and the full!)
Chef Mickey
Cons:
• There will be a fair bit of standing (for character pics) and walking (to and from the buffet)… something to keep in mind for tired legs;
• Chef Mickey’s is not open for lunch (when most runners will finish the full marathon), so you’ll need to wait for dinner or next morning’s breakfast to celebrate.
OTHER CHARACTER MEALS FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION:
• Epcot’s Akershus in the Norway Pavilion: We’re thinking of all of you Princesses running the February races with [Read more…]
Studios Central recently spotted some new menu items at Fairfax Fare in Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Specialty hot dogs!!
Gourmet Hot Dogs are being served with chips for $8.19 each plus tax. Choices include:
Macaroni & Cheese and Truffle Oil
Barbecue Pork and Coleslaw
Burrito Dog with Lettuce, Tomato, Cheddar, Jalapeno, and Sour Cream
Fairfax Fare - Gourmet Hot Dogs
I think that Mac and Cheese dog is going to [Read more…]
Thanks to Paul Chadkin for allowing me to post this great pic of the new Disney World Tomorrowland Lunching Pad hot dog menu!
New Hot Dog Menu at Tomorrowland Lunching Pad
For $7.89 a piece, the new menu includes:
Philly Cheese Steak Hot Dog: Topped withe beef, onions, peppers, mushrooms, and cheese sauce
Reuben Hot Dog: Topped with Corned Beef, sauerkraut, swiss, and thousand island dressing
Taco Hot Dog: Topped with ground beef, lettuce, salsa, and sour cream
No idea if the turkey legs have stuck around!
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