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    T-Rex Cafe

    3.5 (2.3k reviews)
    PriceyAmerican
    Open 11:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    T-REX CAFE ATMOSPHERE

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    Loud
    Touristy
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    Grain bowl with chicken (sorry, everything is blue)
    Tracey F.

    After spending the week at Disney for a conference, decided to bop over to Disney Springs before heading home. Walking around at lunch time, we were trying to figure out what to have for lunch. I kept telling my friend, I'm just hungry, it really makes no difference to me where we go, as long as they have food. We ended up at T-Rex. Would this have ever been a choice for me? Absolutely not. But was the food good? I certainly liked what I had. I ended up getting a grain bowl with chicken and had a flashy margarita. It's a lot of kitsch and clearly for kids/families, but I couldn't complain about the meal I had. The one thing I was slightly disappointed in was the amount of time it took our bill to be run. We set our card out right away and we still sat for about 20 minutes before it was ran. If you can handle a little dinosaur crazy with kids, T-Rex is overall not too shabby.

    Veggie burger
    Diana G.

    This is a wonderful place to visit with kids! They have dinosaurs everywhere and the entire place lights up and you hear dinosaur sounds every so often. There was even a section where they were able to dig for bones. The kids were definitely impressed. The kids food was ok for kids food but we were pleasantly surprised by how good the adult food was. The salmon and veggie burger were great!

    Sunset Isle Salmon
    Anna L.

    I met up with some family for lunch in Disney Springs today since they were just in town for the weekend to visit the parks. My dad & sister wanted to take my son & nephew to the T-Rex Cafe since they're both in their dino-loving era right now. In all the years I have lived in Orlando, I've not once dined here. The themed ambience is pretty cool and the little ones loved it! The entire place is completely decked out with animatronic dinosaurs, light shows, sound effects, and wall to wall decor. My son (almost 2 yrs old) was in awe and just kept pointing at everything saying wowwwww. To be honest, I did not have high expectations for the food, but I was pleasantly surprised. I went with the Sunset Isle Salmon which is a grilled salmon fillet served over an orzo pasta with zucchini, bell peppers, olives, tomatoes, garbanzo beans, and feta. The salmon was very tasty and cooked perfectly. It was on the pricier side ($36.99) but was a very generous portion - enough for two meals. My family also ordered the Boneyard Buffet (rotisserie chicken, St. Louis style spareribs, fries, & coleslaw), the coconut shrimp, BBQ bacon cheeseburger, and kids mac & cheese. Everyone enjoyed their meals and it was more than enough food. The service was a bit slow with so many tables and a very crowded restaurant, but our server was extremely friendly and accommodating even if things took a bit longer than expected. I highly suggest having your party be ready to order when they first greet your table if possible. Also just a note that stroller parking is outside of the restaurant (as with most DS restaurants).

    Build a Dino!
    Lorie L.

    Found in Disney Springs, T-Rex is the Rainforest Cafe with dinosaurs. It's tough to visit without a (very) advance reservation. Inside is dimmed with lighting made for a dino to roam and periodically a few of them come alive to roar. You come for the experience versus the basic food. The gift shop is fun to browse even without a reservation. If your kid (or you) are dinosaur fans there's plenty to choose from, including a "build your own dino" plus outfits.

    Crab and shrimp gratin, chimichurri grilled shrimp, char-grilled sirloin steak, steak butter, Raptor rice, seasonal vegetables.
    Heber P.

    Pretty cool spot for the kids. Kind of like rain forest cafe. It's themed and every now and then the room makes noises or a show happens. Service was friendly and attentive. Food was pretty good. The kids enjoyed their food and we enjoyed ours. Really good spot to enjoy with the family.

    Stephanie D.

    We were so excited to find a T-Rex Cafe in Orlando--years ago there was one in Kansas City, and I used to take my kids there, so it felt really special to experience it again with them after all this time. The place itself is awesome--such a fun, immersive dining experience that kids absolutely love. We went on a Saturday afternoon and were pleasantly surprised to be seated right away! The food was okay, but the service really stood out. Our waitress was incredibly friendly and made the experience even better. I definitely recommend it for families with kids--it's more about the experience than the food, and it delivers on that!

    Dessert
    Adi O.

    My son loves dinosaurs so we brought him for his birthday dinner and he absolutely loved this restaurant. There's a little souvenir shop in the entrance. The hostesses were very friendly. I suggest you make a reservation but they do accept walk ins. It's in Disney springs so it's in a great location. The restaurant is amazing, with surrounding life sized dinosaurs and different themed rooms. They also have a meteor show every 15 mins which is pretty cool. The food was pretty delicious! Our server Hanoum was so beautiful and kind hearted, & provided quick service. Thank you for a great experience.

    Jennifer P.

    I booked a reservation a few days before. I had always wanted to try it but the wait is usually long. We were traveling with 2 little boys and thought it would be a hit - IT WAS. It's basically Rainforest Cafe but Dinosaur version. The decor and interactive meteor showers are amazing. The 5 & 6 year old boys in our group loved it. We loved it. Taryn, our waitress, was GREAT. Absolutely personable and just amazing at what she does. The food was good. Overall a great experience - I would definitely come back.

    Kelly S.

    I'm a sucker for a good themed restaurant, and this one absolutely delivered. The theme starts outside and continues throughout the entire restaurant. Inside you'll find moving dinosaur statues, jungle scenery, and periodic meteor showers, complete with flashing lights and animal sound effects. The food was also pretty good, although definitely a bit overpriced. I ordered a three-seafood special that included coconut shrimp, crab and shrimp au gratin, and tilapia. It was very heavy on garlic but still pretty good and a giant portion... which when traveling isn't always good. We could have split this dish easily. 3 stars for the food when considering price, 5 stars for the decor...

    Prehistoric Pasta
    Amarilis R.

    If you've ever been to the rainforest cafe this is definitely a similar vibe. They do a meteor shower every 20 min where all the animals come to life. We went for a late lunch and didn't have to wait long at all. I ordered the lava flow which is basically a piña colada with strawberry, it was super tasty. I could of drank it all in one shot if I wanted to. My pasta came with garlic bread and wow that bread was delicious I wish I had more of it

    ShaynaLynn ..

    Alright so... concept is super cool.. different dino themed areas, sound effects etc (similar to rainforest cafe style) the service was great, food was decent- we just got some apps and a dessert to share before heading out to shop. I could only give 3 stars because it was FREEZING inside and extremely loud. Now I don't mind loud environments at all (of any kind, kids, people idc) but this place was LOUD in general and on top of that it was total chaos. Kids RUNNING AROUND screaming.. not just in our section, I saw this happening all around which is a total no for me.

    Outside
    Sumith S.

    We had a great experience at T-Rex Cafe. We went there with a party of 24 and all of us sat together to experience this unique moment. The server was friendly and took care of us right away. This place gets busy and the food took longer to arrive. My son was little scared of the dinosaur noises at first and he got used to it. If you are visiting Disney world/disney springs. This should be something you should consider exploring.

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    Noah M.

    The Baseline: For a sit down semi-casual restaurant is the quality of the food, existence of any unique offerings, quality of the service, and value of the overall dining experience. Food: The food is pretty decent/good and overall is not amazing but you are really coming here for experience over food. We got the nachos, Prehistoric Pasta, and the Brontosaurus burger. The nachos were big and would service a group well but are comparable to bar/casual restaurant nachos. The pasta is the same that it is comparable to what you would get at a casual restaurant but the portion size was a good size. The burger was better than average and was a double patty. The fries that came with the burger were "bag fries" but were well cooked. The drinks were really nice though even though they were not hand crafted cocktails they were tasty and fit the theme of the restaurant. Service: Considering how busy these servers are we had great service. I had to flag our server down but she was managing a bunch of tables. Good service when we came. Ambiance: This is the reason you dine at this restaurant. Animatronic dinosaurs and prehistoric mammoths. There is a Jurassic storm that happens every 15 or so minutes. The fun theme makes the experience fun. We ran into probably 7 birthday songs when we were there which is fun for the kids. It is definitely touristy but you are usually a tourist if you are at Disney Springs.

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    Ask the Community - T-Rex Cafe

    Are reservations needed, or can u walk up easily for dinner?

    You can walk up but i recommend going as soon as they open. You'll get a number and you'll have to wait. Wait time might be sooner than stated! They'll text you when your table is ready. In the meantime you can walk around!

    I am by myself traveling for business. Would I enjoy this place as a single adult?

    Only if sitting in the bar area, personally I'd choose somewhere else. Much better options for a single adult.

    Does this place take reservations?

    I had to make make it through the Disney app

    How can I make a reservation for next Sunday for 6 people?

    Very difficult! I used an app called stakeout.. it alerted me when reservations opened up

    Do you have availability for four people tomorrow January 16th at 6?

    Hey I just checked on my Disney app. It says there's availability for 4 at 545pm but I would reserve asap!

    Do you have to make a reservation if you're a Landry member?

    Hi Jacqueline, we recommend making a reservation by calling 407-939-3463. Thank you.

    Do you have to make a reservation to eat here?

    Yes

    Do they accept Disney gift cards as payment?

    Yes they do. I've done it before.

    Is this restaurant open for inside dining? Not actually a question it is open in case you are wondering?

    Is this restaurant inside the amusement park or outside that anyone can go?

    It's inside Disney springs. (Not inside the theme park) we had a wonderful experience and the waiter was very honest and professional. We accidentally left a large cash tip and a large tip on the card and he chased us down because he said he didn't… Read more

    Are reservations required or can we walk-in?

    You can walk in but reservations would definitely be the best option. The walk-in line can get really long so if going with kids I would recommend a reservation

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    Chef Art Smith's Homecomin'

    Chef Art Smith's Homecomin'

    4.4
    (3.4k reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    Chef Art Smith's Homecomin' is my favorite restaurant at Disney Springs, and it's not even close…read more I've celebrated Father's Day here for the last two years. I've come here for my birthday. I already have plans for a visit when my family gets here in two weeks. Obviously, the food is phenomenal. I usually get Art's Famous Fried Chicken, which they say is Buttermilk-brined for 24 hours then and then flash fried. I have a severe shellfish allergy, and they're always very cautious. No matter who the server or floor manager is. Typically, it's served with creamy mashed potatoes, but I usually swap it out with Momma's Mac and Cheese. I've also had the Smothered Chicken, Bee Haven Fried Green Tomatoes, and the Skilled-fried Chicken Paillard, which is what most of the staff recommends as their favorite dish. And you always have to get a cheddar drop biscuit. That's a non-negotiable. This restaurant is very popular and often gets quite busy, so I recommend to make a reservation as soon as you're ready. But the busyness of the restaurant won't matter once you take a bite. The food is the ambiance and changes everything. Just trust me.

    HUGE portion and very reasonable pricing. I can see why they are popular. You WILL walk out feeling…read morevery full. The service was pretty great as well. They treat you like you're an old time friend even if it's your first time there. The appetizers (deviled egg and hush puppies) were great. The fried chicken, which they're known for, was very disappointing. It was one of the driest fried chicken I've had in a while. The biscuit side was also very mid. Overall, I do recommend trying this place out, but skip their fried chicken (unless you just love chicken).

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    Thigh High Chicken Biscuits
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    Skillet Paillard WIth roasted potatoes and grilled asparagus
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    The Polite Pig

    The Polite Pig

    4.2
    (2k reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    The Polite Pig at Disney Springs (Lime Garage) is one of my all time favorites!…read more It is casual dining with the most amazing food. I even give up fine dining on special occasions for their food because I know that the food, sides and drinks will be on point - every time! Their brisket is my fave but their chicken is also delicious. Watermelon salad, corn bread... all so yummy. I love that you go up to the counter to place your order - no waiting for someone to come take your order, grab a seat and your food will be delivered to your table by their great team who are always great to interact with.

    Second visit to The Polite Pig in a few years, and it's earned its spot as a solid go-to lunch stop…read moreat Disney Springs for our family. This place is always packed, and for good reason as the food is legit, the cocktail list is solid, and they somehow keep the line moving even when it's slammed so props for that. We went with the Butcher Board, which is listed as serving 2 but easily fed our entire family of four including my wife and our kiddos which makes it a great value for what you get. The brisket was the standout for me, followed closely by the pulled pork. The chicken and sausage held their own too. Honestly nothing on the board disappointed. The beer selection also surprised me in the best way -- not your typical theme park watered-down options. One heads up for first-timers: order before you find a table. We made the mistake of doing it the other way around and were pretty firmly told we couldn't sit until we had ordered. I get it as it's how they manage flow but if you don't know the rule going in, it feels a little abrupt when you're just trying to wrangle your family in a crowded dining room. Overall, The Polite Pig is a clutch spot. We will be back!

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    Pulled Pork Sandwich
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    House of Blues Orlando

    House of Blues Orlando

    4.1
    (751 reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$

    I do wish Dan Aykroyd or John Belushi would walk through the door but that won't take away from me…read moregiving them five stars. Whenever I'm at Disney Springs I love to take a break and enjoy the House of Blue ambiance. We didn't order "Four fried chickens and a Coke." But we had some amazing burgers. The staff was very attentive and very friendly. The location is well themed and I find it very fun. I should have checked to see if they had "Orange whip? Orange whip? Three orange whips? " but I didn't but maybe you could when you go. Consider it like a "mission from God."

    We stopped by on our first night in Orlando, after walking around Disney Springs. Enjoyed the vibe…read more The food was super mediocre, like Applebee's, maybe a bit worse. I got the blackened salmon which came with green beans and roasted tomatoes. The salmon itself was nice, the blackened seasoning was good, had a good kick to it as well. The salmon itself was a little overcooked for my taste but it was a nice piece of fish overall. The green beans on the other hand were both overcooked and undercooked at the same time. Some of the beans were a pale olive and were super over done, some were bright green and basically raw. I don't know what's going on in the kitchen but this was definitely not a job well done. Also they gave me like three cherry tomatoes they probably could have done a little bit better with the quantity in that department. For the price they're charging the food should be a lot more consistent. I give it two and a half stars rounded up to three because I did like the guy that was playing the guitar and singing and the atmosphere was fairly decent. As far as food goes, big overpriced dud, steer clear.

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    Interior
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    Celebration Town Tavern

    Celebration Town Tavern

    4.1
    (1.5k reviews)
    4.0 mi
    $$
    Outdoor seating
    Large group friendly

    1. FOOD: The food is usually good, fresh, and served temp appropriate; however, the time between…read moreordering and being served has lengthened. My wife and I eat at Town Tavern twice weekly. Last week on Thursday, we waited at least twenty minutes for our meal, only then being told they "lost" the order due to a computer error. 2. SERVICE: Recently, many, if not all of the servers seem new. They're friendly, but I miss familiar faces--no explanation. 3. AMBIANCE: Much the same; however, the perimeter booths on the outside where we like to sit, are abominably uncomfortable. Sitting on rock-hard boards can be back-numbing (perhaps, the goal to keep the patrons from dawdling too long. 4. The hostesses and hosts are friendly and delightful. We enjoy be greeted as loyal patrons. Venessa is wonderful. 5. THE BAD: The check includes "suggested tips," no longer an uncommon annoyance adopted by many restaurants. Bad enough. What's outrageous is the calculation of the tip based on an amount the includes the sales tax. You may notice that I don't see any edible tax on the plate or in my drink. I recalculate, the tab, but find the practice deceitful. I also HATE the server coming to the table with the little electronic device that has the patron submit payment, while having to make the corrected calculation of the tab.

    Clam chowder - 4.5 Service - 5.0…read more The have a great outdoor area where they permit dogs.

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    Peel and eat shrimp
    Peel and eat shrimp
    Bruschetta highly recommend!
    Bruschetta highly recommend!
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