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Wait, You Can Win a Secret PRIZE Just by Eating at This EPCOT Restaurant?!🤯

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Get this! A new EPCOT restaurant just started a dining rewards program! If you collect Starbucks points or hoard reward points at Sephora, get ready for some GREAT news.

Japan in EPCOT

Lately, we’ve all been focused on celebrating the unveiling of the new look in World Celebration, taking in the brand new nighttime spectacular, Luminous: The Symphony of US, and eating our way around the World Showcase during the Festival of the Holidays. But hey — don’t forget that there are some GREAT EPCOT table service restaurants to check out! In fact, one restaurant has implemented a new reward program, and you could earn a PRIZE just by visiting! [Read more…]

The NEW Shiki-Sai Restaurant Has CHANGED in EPCOT

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EPCOT has seen some major changes in the past few years, and even more are on the way!

EPCOT

The park is undergoing a massive transformation that’s set to be complete later this year, but already in 2023 there have been some new additions. The Figment meet and greet opened up, along with a few updated snack stands. But one big thing that came to EPCOT this year? A brand-new restaurant!

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Why Can’t EVERY Disney World Restaurant Be Like This One?

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EPCOT‘s new restaurant is officially open!

Japan Pavilion EPCOT

Shiki-Sai: Sushi Izakaya has opened its doors and wowed us with its commitment to theme, delicious food, and stunning views. A few details really stood out to us when we stopped by to check it out, and it had us thinking — a few Disney restaurants could really learn a thing or two from this new restaurant concept!

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A BRAND-NEW Disney World Restaurant Officially Opens This Week!

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There are several new restaurants opening this year in Disney World, including The Cake Bake Shop at Disney’s BoardWalk and Summer House on the Lake in Disney Springs.

EPCOT

Those are likely going to open in a few months, but there’s one new EPCOT restaurant that’s opening THIS WEEK! [Read more…]

Why You Should Skip EPCOT’s Newest Restaurant

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Disney’s newest restaurant is officially OPEN!

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EPCOT surprised us with an early opening of Shiki Sai: Sushi Izakaya in the Japan Pavilion on August 15th, and we stopped by to see what this new restaurant is all about. From color-changing drinks to a $300 sushi boat, this spot has a lot of exciting things to offer — but is it the right choice for you and your group? Maybe! But, here are a few reasons why you might want to skip this new dining location.

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3 HUGE Changes Hit EPCOT This Week

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EPCOT is home to a WIDE variety of snacks, shops, and attractions.

EPCOT

With 11 countries represented in World Showcase, rotating festivals every few months, and seemingly endless restaurants and booths, it can be hard to keep up with the changes. Well, thhat’s what we’re here for!

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DFB Video: Should YOU Eat at Disney World’s NEWEST Restaurant — Shiki-Sai?

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EPCOT SURPRISED us with an EARLY release of their newest World Showcase restaurant! And we got to try it out on OPENING DAY!

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But is this new table service living up to those HIGH expectations put upon it… or are we gonna continue booking reservations for OTHER EPCOT restaurants instead? Find out during our FULL Shiki Sai: Sushi Izakaya review TODAY, here on DFB Guide. [Read more…]

9 Permanent CLOSURES That Hit Disney World This Year

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Changes happen seemingly every day at Disney World.

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While some of these changes are temporary (like new EPCOT festivals and seasonal decorations in the parks), some changes are permanent. Restaurants, shops, rides, and hotels permanently close from time to time, and in 2023, there were definitely quite a few closures.

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The Very Specific Request You Should Make at EPCOT’s Newest Restaurant

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A brand new restaurant has just opened in EPCOT and it’s one you might not want to miss out on!

Shiki-Sai

That restaurant is Shiki-Sai: Sushi Izakaya and it may be one of the most unique restaurants in Disney World. Here you can celebrate Japan’s many seasonal festivals with changing menu items and decor, as well as dine on a $300 sushi boat. 😱 But there’s something else that’s really special about this restaurant!

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The Shiki-Sai Restaurant Has OPENED in EPCOT — Go Inside With Us!

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A BRAND NEW restaurant has opened in EPCOT. What does it look like? What food does it offer? Don’t worry, we’re taking YOU inside this new spot with us!

EPCOT’s Japan Pavilion

Shiki-Sai: Sushi Izakaya is the latest restaurant to join the Disney scene and it offers an experience unlike anything else you’ve had in Disney World. The restaurant is located on the second floor of the Japan pavilion in EPCOT, is a table service location, and offers a “festive dining experience in a sharable Izakaya-style” (according to Disney) complete with sushi, all kinds of small dishes to enjoy, and an ever-changing experience that’ll celebrate different Japanese festivals each month. Ready to take a look inside this new spot? Let’s GO!

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