This restaurant has benefited hugely from the proximity and influence of its Michelin Star cousin down the hall. Ambience is understated and elegant, with a large open concept kitchen. They claim the space is themed to Mary Poppins, but I'm not quite sure I see it. Food is absolutely great, we enjoyed every item we tried. The cheese board was excellent, as were the seasonal soup and salad. The duck appetizer was fantastic, and the Wagyu strip (available for a pretty reasonable surcharge) was excellent. Wine list was also a significant notch above other options in the area - surpassed by the California Grill possibly, but it's surprisingly close. Hospitality was excellent - Rony and the manager Bill made our experience a memorable one. read more

I really like Citricos and it is one of my favorite special occasion restaurants at Walt Disney World. I would definitely call it a special occasion restaurant because the atmosphere is on the fancier side and the prices are on the higher side. I would love to give it five stars, but based on my last experience, I cannot. The food is typically very good. I have had many excellent meals here. On our last Dining experience, my husband had a tile fish that he raved about. My mother-in-law had the snapper and she absolutely loved it. My husband also had an octopus appetizer that he said had amazing flavors. I was extremely underwhelmed with my strawberry and goat cheese salad. They did something to the strawberries that just made the flavor and texture very odd. It was a beautifully presented salad, but there was no lettuce. All the greenery was chicory, which was also weird. I will not order the salad again. On our last experience, I had the filet mignon and although the flavor was good, the steak was definitely overcooked. It was still edible but more than I wanted. I would have sent it back, but our service wasn't as good as it has been in the past. It was a holiday weekend and our server seemed overwhelmed. In fact she and the manager both told us that she was swamped with allergies. They have a pretty robust kids menu here which is another reason I really like it here. The funny thing is my kid's favorite thing to eat here is the mashed potatoes. The desserts here are good and change regularly. The last time we had a pecan dessert that was really good. We were here for Mother's Day. We do know better than to go out to eat on Mother's Day. But another problem with this place is that it is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. My husband's off day is Monday. So that is definitely a bummer. They did give all the mothers roses cards for Mother's Day, which was nice. read more

By far the best restaurant I have eaten at any of the Walt Disney World properties. The staff was amazing; polite, prompt, and helpful. Overall volume was medium, they can't control the crying kids. Tables are nicely spaced out and the view is great. $14 Praline coconut tart: toasted coconut, vanilla sponge, praline mousse with a guava swirl. Tropically sweet & tart with so many levels of texture and flavor. YES, CHEF!! $23 Yuzu-soy roasted duck breast with braised duck dumplings, butternut tonkotsu & quail egg. Perfectly cooked. $49 Grilled porcelet in al pastor marinade. Crunchy savory skin, deliciously seasoned and the marcona almond mole is smoky and complex. The braised cabbage absorbs all the flavors and is a great pairing. My coworker swears by the $14 chocolate pomegranate dessert which she did get 2 days in a row. Another offering with multi-levels of taste and texture. Thank you, Bill for checking on us and the giving the fun details about the special VIP room and original Mary Poppins bag! Bravo & a sold 5 stars. read more

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It was my first time dining at Citraco's, and we had a great night. Armani was our server. We started with the Citraco signature salad, which was delicious. a little citrusy, a little sweet, but really great. then we moved on to the main course. It was highly recommended that we tried the short rib, which was very tender, soft, and delicious. We paired it with the truffle pasta, which was excellent to share between two people. then she provided us a little dessert as a treat. It was vanilla ice cream with a chocolate brownie and sprinkles, which was very delicious. Overall, had a great time and a great experience, and will be back to try more food at this location. read more

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We came in for brunch and we had a great experience! The restaurant is beautiful and the service is amazing. I enjoyed a legacy mimosa and a cappuccino to drink. I loved the dish ware. For my meal, I had the steak and eggs. The steak was well seasoned, the eggs were perfectly cooked, and the cheeses casserole was perfection. This is one of my favorite Disney brunches. read more

Cítricos - Steak and eggs - New American Near Me - Lake Buena Vista, Florida

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Pleasantly surprised by Cítricos last week! We've stayed at the Grand Floridian and dined at Victoria & Alberts as well as Narcoossee's. I guess Cítricos is the forgotten middle child? Well this restaurant IMHO is a hidden gem. We had a late flight from New York, we checked into our hotel, freshened up and walked in Cítricos. The open kitchen layout is appealing, I can see this is a lively restaurant and the staff was very attentive. I have to start this review with the best bite of the night: The Cassis Caramel Corn Caramel Corn Mousse, Cassis Crémeux, Rioja-compressed Apples was deelish!! My wife said she would never order this dish but the first bite had us swooning. Even the menu was not something we would typically gravatate towards. My wife ordered the Togarashi-spiced Cobia, anything with the word spice in the title is throwing her. Our waiter explained its not too spicy and its more flavorful. I ordered the Crispy Garlic-crusted Domestic Fish. Again, out of my comfort zone, I don't want to have garlic breath for days. The waiter said this is not the case, its more about the flavor. He was correct, my wifes Togarashi-spiced Cobia that was over a Seaweed Rice Cake and a Cashew Purée had a certain elegance to the dish. It was very flavorful and a wonderful choice. I liked my Crispy Garlic-crusted Domestic Fish dish but my wife wasn't about to swap plates. I was walking around the restaurant and just observing (It's what I do) and I noticed Mary Poppins Pocketbook in the corner? As I looked inside the room, there was also a special table, it looked like a private chefs tasting table? How awesome is that? Cítricos, very impressed with our meal. I hope this menu changes seasonally, I would like to return the next time I stay in the Grand Floridian. read more

Cítricos - Best bite of the nite! Cassis Caramel Corn Caramel Corn Mousse, Cassis Crémeux, Rioja-compressed Apples - New American Near Me - Lake Buena Vista, Florida

Cítricos at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is such a beautiful restaurant and honestly feels a bit underrated, especially the bar and lounge area. The space is elegant without feeling stuffy, and it is a great spot to relax even if you are just stopping in for drinks. Gianluca and Katrina are amazing bartenders and truly elevate the experience. They are welcoming, knowledgeable, and make fantastic drinks. The lounge alone is worth a visit. The food is delicious overall, especially the soups and the truffle pasta enhancement, which is absolutely worth adding. The entrees can be a little hit or miss for me, but when they are good, they are very good. As for dessert, they are stunning to look at and beautifully plated, though sometimes more impressive visually than flavor wise. read more

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Practically perfect in every way experience at Citricos this week. It was the best meal and service we have ever had at Disney World. We were celebrating a milestone birthday and the cast members left a lovely card and some pixie dust to make the experience more magical. We started off the meal with the celery root bisque and for our entrees, I had the short ribs and my husband ordered the fillet mignon. Everything was perfectly prepared and the presentation was lovely. We didn't order the additional sides, however they all looked fantastic. Our meal ended with a Mickey celebration cake which was really good and we ended up taking the leftover cake to enjoy later in the trip. It was a wonderful evening and I want to thank the cast members for making this a memorable birthday. read more

Looking for a fine dining experience without an over the top hype with great Disney service? This is the place. Cítricos is such a hidden gem with the vibe and essence of Disney. The setting is very fine dining, comfortable and relaxing. The food was just superb and delicious! What is it all about? The service! Our server, Tess, was just a doll and amazing! We felt like we were at the part having amazing Magic Kingdom service! The menu is quite simple and filled with great options. Yes, the price is expensive but quality food, punch of favors and great service, it's totally worth it! I even love how the manager came by to say hi and check on us. The drinks - phenomenal and perfectly made. Honestly, what a great evening and dinner I had. I think it definitely is better than Cinderella's Royal Table. read more

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Delicious meal and fantastic service! Key West Shrimp and Octopus appetizer was amazing! Fresh and layered with so many unique and refreshing flavors on a warm corn cake. The Filet Mignon was perfectly cooked, pink center and puréed mashed potatoes whipped to the lightest texture almost like polenta. The Macchiato dessert I almost didn't have room for was amazing. Layered with Baileys Irish Cream Liqueur Coffee Cremeux, Espresso Veil, Coffee Sponge, Mascarpone Ice Cream, Warm Morita Chile Chocolate. So good! Tess the server was so warm and friendly and was on top of everything the entire night. read more

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Lovely experience from start to finish. The room is upscale with a subtle Mary Poppins theming, but very adult. It's sophisticated, but the open kitchen gives it a bit of movement without being too assertive. I wanted a lighter appetizer, and the house salad filled the bill, with crisp greens, a good saltiness from the cheese, and just the right tartness from a pomegranate vinaigrette. My entree was the Malbec-guava barbecued short rib, and it was the best dish I had on my entire Disney trip. Absolutely scrumptious and rich without being too heavy because of the perfect portion size. Service was polished and charming, as you would expect. If you can't get in at Narcoossee's (grr), don't be sad if this is a second choice. read more

Cítricos - Malbec Guava-barbecued Short Ribs - New American Near Me - Lake Buena Vista, Florida

One of my favorite meals at Disney. Citricos definitely has my heart. The decor is gorgeous, dark hues yet still light filled at the same time. I actually chose this restaurant for its decor when I was deciding on a dinner at the Grand Floridian and it did not disappoint. For drinks I liked the cucumber martini more than the passionfruit margarita. The passionfruit margarita was too sweet for me so I'd skip next time. There is bread, a cheddar brioche and sourdough both baked in house. They were divine and the kids loved it as well. My husband and I split the American Waygu and it was delicious. The kids got a cheese and pepperoni pizza. The pizza was ok, but not great (if you want a fantastic kids cheese pizza check out Summer House at Disney springs). My son wasn't a fan of the thick cut fries but liked the berries. My other son ate his broccoli and only picked at his sundae. Next time we should split a kids meal for them. Service was great. I felt like we were well taken care of. I would highly recommend this restaurant. I see why it's Michelin recommended. read more

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We celebrated the 62nd anniversary of our first date here. We have eaten at almost every restaurant in Disney over the last 13 years of our retirement here in Florida and this was one we had been meaning to try for a long time. I'll begin by saying the food was incredibly good and the service by our waiter was very efficient insofar as he was limited by the slowness of the kitchen, but we waited over half an hour for our appetizers and then almost an hour for our dinners. The restaurant has a Mary Poppins theme, but for the cost of our dinners, we would have preferred the ambiance and prices of the Grand Floridian Cafe on the floor below us instead. The portions were quite small and the sound of screaming and crying over-tired children was all around us. We were pleased with a special note, and champagne toast in honor of this wonderful anniversary and we were also given a lovely box of four exquisite chocolates that we took home. Perhaps we chose to go on an off night. read more

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Our waiter was VERY rude. When we told him we were on the Disney Dining Plan, he literally walked away and came back five minutes later. His entire attitude changed going forward and treated us like a nuisance. His name is Amhad. No wonder there are always available reservations at this restaurant. Will never go again. read more

I came here twice within two weeks and took my mom here for Mother's Day since the food was so freaking good. Also, order the espresso martini! Once again, order the espresso martini!! This is finally a restaurant at a Disney hotel where the food is top notch, and not overpriced. The $16.50 espresso martini is as good as The Boathouse and Wine Bar George at Disney Springs. Those two have been the gold standard for so long, and now Citricos has joined the group. I love the blackened espresso taste, no baileys, foam on top, and the 3 beans. It's perfect. For an appetizer I had the $18 Southern-style Fried Hen. It was very good. Not a huge portion. I ate all of it in about 5 seconds. I've had the $54 Short Ribs twice and both time the food came out perfect. This is a top tier item that you can get at any Disney hotel or around Orlando. For desserts I've tried the $14.50 Macchiato. It's very good, but you must really like chocolate. However, the real star of the show for desserts is the $12 Guava Cheese Fusion. An absolute must order. Yum! It's only about a 12 minute walk from the entrance of Disney World. Or you can take the monorail or the boat. It's the last stop on the monorail to get here, or the first back to Magic Kingdom if you take it home. I have many more trips here in my future. read more

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A very nice place in a very nice ambience.. a place to visit Ava spend some time in the surrounding. The restaurant, an upscaled designed with a very customer oriented approach ( Disney way). Javier or server and now our friend... did an excellent job taking care of us from A to Z ... The food was fantastic good selection of options not overwhelming menu.. steak, fish, beef, duck even octopus is present in the menu.. fantastic flavors... including the dessert. Good place to explore read more

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We had an awesome dinner here . Food was great . We had the red snapper and the halibut . Both of theses dishes were delicious as were the appetizers ( duck breast and strawberry seasonal salad ) Most impressive however was our server, Nadim. He is a true professional . He was very attentive and provided us with guidance on both food and wine . It was such a relaxing meal . Although we have had excellent food in some other Disney restaurants none had the same phenomenal service that Nadim provided . Citricos is at the top of my list of favorite restaurants in Disney for this reason . read more

Service was great. Didn't like the food. Everyone says short rib is great but not enough sauce. Get the filet. read more

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For a restaurant that promotes itself as a "Signature Dining Experience," Citricos at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort was a significant disappointment. The ambiance was the first surprise. Instead of an elegant, upscale dining atmosphere, the restaurant was extremely loud--more like a busy cafeteria than a signature dining venue. It appeared the restaurant had accepted more reservations than the available waitstaff could reasonably handle, which contributed to the overall hectic environment. The food also missed the mark. My wife ordered her steak medium-well, but it was served rare to medium-rare. While we are sure if asked our server would have immediately offered to have it corrected, we chose not to send it back because we didn't want to increase the workload on an already overwhelmed staff or extend the wait time for other guests not to mention the fact that a returned steak only makes it worse from a flavor perspective. The Cosmopolitan cocktail was equally disappointing--flat, lacking flavor, and far from what you would expect at a restaurant of this caliber. The one standout of the evening was our waiter. Despite what appeared to be an overbooked dining room and too few servers, he remained professional, attentive, and genuinely did his best to provide excellent service. He deserves recognition for his efforts under difficult circumstances. Overall, this was not the Signature Dining Experience we expected. While the service from our waiter was outstanding, the atmosphere, food execution, and beverage quality fell well below the standard that Citricos and Disney's Grand Floridian Resort are known for. read more

If you think Disney is only about churros, turkey legs, and Mickey bars, let me introduce you to Cítricos at Disney's Yacht Club--a restaurant that proves Walt's dream was just as much about fine dining as it was about fireworks. Let's start with the sweet corn bisque--velvety, silky, and so smooth it should have its own fast pass. The kind of soup that makes you stop mid-conversation and just whisper, "Oh... wow." The filet mignon? Perfectly cooked, tender enough that even if you lost your steak knife in the Seven Seas Lagoon, you could still cut it with a spoon. The roulade of chicken is like Disney Imagineering on a plate--classic comfort elevated into something that makes you want to send a thank-you card to the chef. And don't even get me started on the coconut tart--it's a tropical mic drop at the end of the meal. Now, a little history. Cítricos has roots in the Grand Floridian, where it has long been Disney's hidden culinary flex. The Yacht Club version continues that tradition, channeling the spirit of when Disney decided in the 1980s that theme parks deserved white tablecloths, sommeliers, and food that could go head-to-head with the finest resorts. Back when EPCOT opened in 1982 with its World Showcase, Disney proved that guests could (and should) have global dining experiences without leaving Orlando. Cítricos carries that torch--it's the Yacht Club's nod to sophistication, a reminder that Disney can do Michelin-level food without ever leaving the magic bubble. And let's be honest--it's hilarious that after spending the day sprinting to Guardians of the Galaxy or dodging strollers like you're in Mario Kart, you can suddenly be sitting down with filet mignon, a world-class wine list, and servers who treat you like a Rockefeller with a MagicBand. Pro tip: order the bisque, don't skip the tart, and take a moment to appreciate that this is the grown-up side of Disney. Mickey may be for the kids, but Cítricos is for those of us who know good food, good wine, and still want to feel like a kid again--just with better seasoning. This is Disney dining at its best--elegant, delicious, and a reminder that Walt's kingdom isn't just built on pixie dust, but on perfectly roasted chicken and coconut tarts worth writing home about. read more

Whether your staying at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort and Spa or looking for a fine dining restaurant serving delicious food, I highly recommend making reservations to Citricos. Citricos has become one of my top favorite fine dining restaurants at Disney World. The ambiance is beautiful and soothing and I love that it's inspired by Mary Poppins. Not only is the ambiance and food worth a visit but the service is spectacular as well. Our server Claudia was absolute amazing! She was great with my kids and very attentive and personable. She went out of her way to make our dining experience one to remember. For the first course we ordered the Key West Pink Shrimp and Octopus in Huancaina, the Yuzu- Soy Roasted Duck Breast and the 1 oz. Royal Osetra Caviar. The Key West Pink Shrimp and Octopus in Huancaina is a great starter if you are looking for a light and fresh appetizer. The Yuzu- Soy Roasted Duck Breast is another great option and I love that it's presented in two ways. The dumplings were so flavorful and the duck breast was cooked perfectly and fork tender. Anytime I see caviar on the menu I have to order it. I ordered the Royal Osetra Caviar and enjoyed every bite, especially with all the great accompaniments. For entrees we ordered the Oak-grilled Filet Mignon, the Togarashi- spiced Cobia, the American Wagyu New York Strip, and my kids ordered the kid's steak with a side of mashed potatoes. The Oak-grilled Filet Mignon and American Wagyu New York Strip was so tender, flavorful and cooked perfectly. The Togarashi- spiced Cobia was absolutely delicious. The Cobia was soft and seasoned very well. The cashew puree and mushroom dashi broth paired great with the fish and brought the whole dish together. The kid's steaks were also cooked perfectly and very tender. We also ordered the Truffles and Pasta as an enhancement and I'm so glad we did. The Pasta is house-made Tagliatelle so the noodles were fresh and had the perfect texture. The pasta sauce was so creamy and the shaved seasonal truffles on top added extra beauty and flavor to the dish. For dessert we ordered the Macchiato and Citrus-Basil Cheesecake. If you love rich and decadent chocolate then I highly recommend the Macchiato. If you love citrus then the Citrus-Basil Cheesecake is the perfect way to end your meal. I enjoyed both desserts but because I love chocolate the Macchiato was my favorite. For mocktails the Purple Penguin was absolutely amazing and one of the best mocktails I've had! It was so tasty and refreshing. Everything we ordered was so good and I highly recommend trying them all. read more

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What an absolutely stunning example of dining in WDW! Even if you show up after a long day of park adventures, humidity, and rides where you definitely end up getting wet, you will feel right at home at Citricos. Though next time, I'll make sure to dress to impress even Mary Poppins herself! The cocktails and snacks while we waited for our table were the first indicator we were in for a delicious treat! All of the staff were tremendous and we wanted for nothing the entire time! They were also incredibly mindful of my coconut allergy, which is obviously very appreciated. For my entree, I had the filet mignon and it was cooked to perfection--I prefer my steaks mid-rare which outside of WDW can be a gamble when it comes to accuracy, but I never worry about it when we're 'home.' Other highlights were the dessert, and that dreamy pineapple daiquiri! I cannot wait to return!! read more

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In a trip full of eating at a handful of signature dining options, this was my favorite in the Disney resorts. Grand floridian is home to some good eats, Citricos is my favorite among them. TL;DR 1. Best meal of the trip among several Disney resort signature dining spots. 2. High price point, expected for signature dining, but service was exceptional. 3. Complimentary bread & sea salt cultured butter--dangerously good. 4. Seared duck appetizer: Small but delicious; soy quail eggs were a standout. 5. Guava BBQ Short Rib: Rich, filling, and tasty, but only got half a Brussels sprout instead of a real portion. 6. Smoked Cauliflower: Unexpectedly amazing; do not skip it. Green curry sauce was phenomenal. 7. Dessert (Goat Cheese Cheesecake): Cool concept, but white chocolate shell was overpowering and artificial-tasting. 8. Overall: Favorite meal of the trip, despite a few minor gripes. Would absolutely return. As a signature dining option, price is obviously up there, so again, not a normal dinner night for most people as it can be a little cost prohibitive, however, I LOVED this meal. Of course, the service matched, everything was taken care of and you get that white glove service you look forward to with signature dining. First off, complimentary bread for the table, always gets extra points from me. They served some kind of special sea salt cultured butter, and was dangerously delicious. They have sourdough made in-house as well and it comes crusty, with a pillowy interior and again, just try not to eat the whole dang thing. They give a good amount, too. The seared duck appetizer was great. A little small, but it was expected. The soy quail eggs were exceptional and the accompanying vegetables and sauce really helped tie everything tother. The duck was insanely tender and flavorful, very happy I got it. The Guava BBQ Short Rib was top notch. A solid portion, the bed of creamy grits and the rich short rib are deceptively filling. The slaw was nice texturally, my only complaint is it says it comes with brussels sprouts (plural), I think I got 1 Brussel cut in half..? I wanted a green vegetable, not a garnish. That's my one gripe for a $52 entrée. Besides that, delicious and would order again. The dark horse of the dinner.. Smoked cauliflower?? When I tell you not to pass up the cauliflower, don't! Whatever they did to this stuff, it was amazing. The green curry sauce was unbelievable with the cauliflower and citrus creme fraiche. It's a sleeper, but trust me. Lastly, the dessert. Visually pleasing, but overall wouldn't order it again. I loved the flavor of the goat cheese cheesecake (I'll be stealing that idea) but as a whole it fell short with me. I am not a big white chocolate fan, but I tolerate it. It is easy to overdo it and you get that fake confectionary flavor lingering, it's just not enjoyable. Had some great qualities, but some not so great. That white chocolate shell was just meh. All in all, fantastic dinner, favorite of the trip (while not all comparable, we ate at toledo, topolino, boma, sebastians bistro, Wailulu bar and grill). read more

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This was hands down the best meal we ate during the week we were at Disney World. From the ambiance, the service and the food quality everything was amazing. Their old fashion is one of the best I've had in a long time. The food was great, everything from the salad to truffle pasta, fish and short ribs. The kitchen even managed to procure some avocado for our 13 month who wasn't eating anything else. Will definitely be coming back whenever we visit Disney World again! read more

Came back to celebrate my wife's birthday and it was still one of the best special occasion restaurants in Disney World. We got the Passion Margarita, Blossom Martini, Yuzu-Soy Roasted Duck Breast, Citrus-Cured Hamachi, Domestic Fish (Fish of the day?), and the Malbec Guava-Barbecued Short Ribs, and the Truffle Macaroni & Cheese. Every single thing was amazing. The drinks were solid. The short ribs and the truffle mac and cheese were my favorite parts but there wasn't one thing I wouldn't order again. The service was top tier here just like last time we came here. It was a wonderful experience and since we came a little later it felt it was a little more intimate. Citricos is a must if you're out to celebrate. read more

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Came here for a quick espresso martini and was provided multiple options for one. The server was quick and knowledgeable. I went with the classic and was somewhat disappointed that I did because the gingerbread was better. The restaurant was clean and buzzing. A little pricey, but worth it for special occasions. Will come back for their food! read more

Citricos offers delicious food with an elegant blend of sweet and savory flavors. The standout dish for us was the guava short ribs--perfectly tender and packed with rich, balanced flavor. Food: 4.3 Service: 4.5 Ambiance: 4.6 read more

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First time for us at Citricos and man we should have been coming here for years! This was one of the best meals we have ever had at Disney. Citricos is located at the Grand Floridian Resort, and you will need a reservation, but you can always try for walk up. You can use any Disney transportation to get to the hotel or you can park, which at the moment, is highly annoying. You will need to park across the street and walk in. The restaurant is on the second floor in the back corner. If you see the lounge, Enchanted Rose, walk past and head to the back. We had a reservation but got there early. They stated they probably couldn't seat us early (despite it just opening and not full), so we decided to go sit at the bar. We told them we would just wait for our time. But, within 3 minutes, they came and got us for our table. It was a little irritating, since they had said no, and the bartender was making our drinks. But it wasn't that big of a deal. They let us finish paying then our server walked us to our table. He explained the theme, pointed out little touches and discussed his favorite dishes with us. Their theme is Mary Poppins with cushioned chairs, a private dining room, and her famous bag hanging on the coat rack. There is a small lounge area, a bar and then open kitchen. Love that touch! The chef even interacted with us as I tried to take a photo. Their menu is very slim, but perfect options. There are only a few selections to choose from, but everything sounded so good. Your meal starts with fresh baked bread served with guava butter topped with sea salt. Guava butter sounds weird, but it was so delicious partnered with that fresh baked bread. We started with an appetizer, the Spring Pea and Citrus Arancini. There were only 3 arancini balls and some sauce, it was a little small portion size for the price but delicious and something I would personally order each time. For entrees my wife ordered the Oak-grilled Filet Mignon, which came with Potato Purée, Seasonal Vegetable, Sherry-Guajillo Beef Jus. She is not a hue fan of mashed potatoes, so she asked to substitute the side that came with my dish, the Aged Cheddar Creamy Grits. Her filet was so tender, it literally melted in your mouth like butter. She thought it was the best filet she has ever had. I ordered the Guava-barbecued Short Ribs which had Aged Cheddar Creamy Grits, Roasted Poblano, Curtido Slaw, and Brussels Sprouts. I love short ribs, its one of my favorite beef dishes, and this one was so good. It literally fell off the bone, no knife needed. This was so delicious, and I would order it again and again. The grits were so delicious, they were more like a risotto not a grit. It was a thicker style grit, but if I could order these to go, just a side, I would do it all the time! We actually ordered dessert as well, which is rare, but I am glad we did. We chose the Profiterole Trio: Vanilla Custard, Dulce de Leche, Pumpkin Cream. Very light and delicious, not heavy at all. This was the perfect dessert if you are sort of full but want something sweet. Overall, this was an amazing dining experience. It was a perfect Valentine's Dinner and loved every single part of the meal. There was not one item we did not like, both plates, appetizer and dessert were clean! So full!!! The food was perfect! Add this to your list! ACES! read more

Cítricos - New American Near Me - Lake Buena Vista, Florida

We recently came to Citricos for Valentine's Day, and it was our first time ever dining here. We had one of the best meals we have ever had on Disney property. This location is at the Grand Floridian Resort. You will more than likely need a reservation, but you can always try for walk up. Parking at the moment for the Grand is annoying, you have to park across the street and walk in. I believe in the morning, there is a golf cart that goes back and forth but I have not seen one in the evening. However, I learned with my mom and dad, if you have a handicapped parking pass, you get free valet so go through the security instead and tell them you are dining. The actual restaurant is on the second floor in the back corner. If you see Enchanted Rose, walk past that and head towards the back. My only issue and it was more of an annoyance, is that we had a reservation, and we got there about 45-minutes early. We asked if we could be seated early and if not no issues with that. They had just opened and were completely empty. She told us she would have to ask and really didn't know. We said not to worry we will go to the bar. And then we literally ordered drinks and as the bartender was making them, they came and got us to say our table was ready! WHAT!! It was literally the only thing and honestly was not that big of a deal. Once we had paid, we went back to check and this is where some of their amazing service comes in. They take you to your server who walks you to your table. He was so nice, explaining everything, their theme of Mary Poppins and making conversation. Their theme is Mary Poppins, but subtle touches. Their chairs are cushioned and more comfortable, sort of patterned like her bag. They have a smaller bar that you can sit at as well as a small lounge area with a few tables. They also have an open kitchen which I love! And there is a private dining room that has a large table and private doors. Perfect for larger groups special events. Their menu is not overly large. Only a few items in each section but the food is absolutely fantastic! Very delicious and honestly nothing bad to say about any of it. The servers do not rush you through ordering either. We started with an appetizer and just ordered that. He took our dinner order later, almost after we were finished with the appetizer. They also start you with fresh baked bread and a guava butter. For appetizer we ordered the Spring Pea and Citrus Arancini. They came with 3 as well as some sauce. These were absolutely delicious. Very creamy, cheesy and wonderful flavor. My only issue is there were only 3 of them for $17 and they were not overly large, probably the size of a meatball. I felt it was very overpriced. For entrees I ordered the Oak-grilled Filet Mignon, which came with Potato Purée, Seasonal Vegetable, Sherry-Guajillo Beef Jus. I substituted the potato puree for the side that my husband had on his dish- Aged Cheddar Creamy Grits. This was hands down the best Filet I have ever had. It literally melted like butter; it was so tender. The grits were so good, they were almost like a risotto not a grit. But overall, I 100% loved this dish and would order it again and again. My husband ordered the Guava-barbecued Short Ribs which had Aged Cheddar Creamy Grits, Roasted Poblano, Curtido Slaw, and Brussels Sprouts. This was also extremely tender and fell right off the bone. He loved this dish and would order it again as well. We are not usually an appetizer and dessert, but our server talked us into it. We were incredibly full, but I am so glad we ordered it. We chose the Profiterole Trio: Vanilla Custard, Dulce de Leche, Pumpkin Cream. Wow, so light and so delicious. I personally did not love the pumpkin cream one, but it wasn't bad. I would prefer two of one of the other options. Overall, this was an amazing dining experience. We absolutely loved every ounce of our meal, our server was amazing, the chefs in the kitchen were engaging, one even posing for a photo. The food was perfect! We truly did not have a negative with the taste of food. I did think the appetizer was small for the price, but it was still delicious. I would 100% make sure this gets added to your list!!! read more

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Disney has gone back to great dining. They started going downhill a bit and then Covid hit and it was bad. Citricos is back and great. Pretty fancy really, a good break from the Mouse. Great Service! I like the new Mary Poppins theme. read more

I was running around all sorts of Disney resorts, looking at all the beautiful gingerbread structures they had out for the holidays. Well, I got hungry and had to go through to trials and tribulations of finding somewhere to eat on Disney property spur of the moment. It was a chore, but I did it. I nabbed a resy for Citricos for a quick meal. We got seated, ordered some drinks, and decided to just get a few apps to share. The first one we got was the some sort of arancini. Crispy, delicious, served with a nice little sauce and a nicely dressed salad. No complaints. The second one, I'm not sure. Whatever it was, it's not on the current menu, but it sure it was delicious. It sure looked delicious. And the third thing, still on their menu today, was the Yuzu-Soy Roasted Duck Breast (Braised Duck Dumplings, Butternut Tonkotsu, Soy Quail Egg, Sesame Aïoli). This was a very interesting dish. Overall, this was a nice restaurant. I would be more interested in trying some of the entrees the next time I come back. read more

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Pros: Absolutely beautiful restaurant in an absolutely beautiful Disney resort hotel. Upper class Disney service was on point. We felt very catered to. The food tasted good! Cons: The composure of the dishes was a little odd. Maybe Disney trying too hard to impress their higher class clientele. I'm sure they appreciated it. Tips: The arancini and the dessert were very good! I recommend these, if you come here. read more

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It's probably been about 25 years since I've dined at Citricos. Obviously I don't remember much about my first dining experience there because I totally forgot it was on the 2nd floor of the Grand Floridian. So once we finally found it, we checked in for our dinner reservation to celebrate our anniversary. As we were walked to our table, the hostess explained the redesign of the restaurant to a "light" theming of Mary Poppins Returns. It's not overly noticeable, but we did walk past the coatrack behind glass that she pointed out had Mary's bag, umbrella, and hat. The chairs all had floral backs, the rest of the décor was elegant, and the tableware was pink. Our server Christina was excellent. She was attentive, professional, and had a great sense of humor. I would normally order wine, but the liquor drinks were the same price or cheaper. Go figure. So to start, I ordered the Cucumber Vodka Martini and my partner ordered the Pineapple Daiquiri. My martini was heavy on the vodka but delicious and refreshing. Complimentary bread was brought to the table with guava-flavored butter, and we ordered the Spring Pea and Citrus Arancini. There were three arancini balls included, and they were delicious. For our entrees, we both ordered the Domestic Sustainable Fish, which was tilefish that evening. It was very flavorful with a spiced crust. The risotto on the side came with shrimp mixed in. Also delicious. For dessert, we tried the Guava-Cheese Fusion, which was a guava/goat cheese cheesecake with a lavender coating. It was very creamy, but not overly rich. It was a great dessert choice for us to share. The thin crust on the bottom had a lot of flavor to it as well. All in all, it was a memorable anniversary dinner. We even got to see the fireworks from Magic Kingdom out the window that was across the room. Now about the Grand Floridian parking situation. Because we drive by it all the time going to WDW from Horizon West, I know that guests dining at the Grand Floridian have to park across the street in what used to be just the cast member parking lot. So we didn't waste our time going to the main entrance at the GF, and I certainly was not going to pay to valet my car when we were already going to be dropping a couple hundred dollars for dinner. But it is extremely tacky to make ANY guest park across the street when they are paying an extreme amount of money to dine at any restaurant at the GF, the most expensive resort on WDW property. There was plenty of parking available still in the main parking lot, and the convention center parking lot. I know they are working on the road alongside the GF, blah, blah, blah. But this has been YEARS. I won't deduct any stars for my dining experience, but know that this is a known frustration for GF guests with dinner reservations. It's not a grand first impression. read more

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This was my first time at one of the more "upscale" Grand Floridian restaurants, and it did NOT disappoint! The atmosphere in here is the perfect amount of elegance while still allowing folks in their Disney gear to dine comfortably. Our server was attentive and didn't miss a beat! The bread to start came with a delicious fruity butter, and we started with the duck and pork belly appetizers. Both were amazing! The pork belly melted in your mouth and both dishes had great medleys of flavor. For entrees, I went for the filet at the suggestion of the server, and it lived up to her recommendation! The flavor was smoky and the sauce was great, and I always appreciate a good potato side with a steak. It was cooked perfectly and it's one of the better steaks I have had on Disney property! My boyfriend went for the short ribs, which he also loved and raved about the flavor of. We shared what I believe was the macchiato dessert, and it was a tasty end to the meal and definitely had the "high quality dessert" feel to it. Overall, this was a great date night spot and would be an excellent choice for a special occasion as well. Everything felt high quality and elevated! Cant wait to go back! read more

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I've been here a few times, and every time I wonder why we're back. The service is a little slow, and the food is ok, with questionable taste when it comes to the decor and interior design. All things I could overlook if they're weren't charging an arm and a leg read more

Amazing service and great drinks! We had a great night with fantastic service and the ambiance was so special and unique. We were waiting for the Enchanted Rose, and what a great place to wait fir our table to be called at The enchanted Rose. We had a few drinks and although they were over-priced, they were exceedingly enjoyable! Also, we had the smoked cauliflower and Truffle Mac-n- Cheese (which was STUPENDOUS!) read more

Cítricos - Amaretto Sour - New American Near Me - Lake Buena Vista, Florida

We visited citricos on a Friday night, and we sat at the lounge. Our bartender was very attentive even with the crowd. He kept up very well with the line, and we were never left, wanting for anything. I ordered a couple of Negroni's, and I very much enjoyed the truffle mac & cheese. This mac & cheese was amazing, it looked kind of strange when it first came out because of the foam on top, but once you give it a mix, I promise it is one of the best travel mac & cheese I've had in Orlando. I would definitely go back and enjoy some more of the food items from the menu, maybe even for a sit down dinner. read more

Cítricos - Try - New American Near Me - Lake Buena Vista, Florida

This was my first time dining at Cítricos located at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort. Our server Rony was excellent. The setting is serene and quite lovely. Understated and a subtle nod to Mary Poppins. My food was exquisite. The ingredients fresh and vibrant. It was the type of meal that your thoughts travel back to again and again. read more

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Yes. I ordered the fish. Can't remember the type. I eat a lot of fish. Bottom line is that it was very dry. .... Perhaps the other dishes were better .. or my fish was a fluke. But, the fact is, it was flavorless, cold and tiny. If I had to make a comparison... a Filet-O-Fish Also, as soon as the waiter came to our table he assumed we had the Disney dining program, unreal, and low class to ask. read more

Katrina from Brooklyn in the bar is what service is all about! Came in without a reservation for some drinks. Got lucky and ended up with a cute little loveseat and 2 club chairs. She was so attentive and made the best drinks! She smiled the entire time whether infront of or behind the bar making up creations. We will for sure be back to see her!! Absolutely the best customer service around! read more