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Minnie Lor
I feel that same comaraderie
Registered: May 2006
Location: SW MO
Posts: 2335Review Date: Mon April 27, 2009 Would you recommend the product? No | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 5
Positive aspects of the product (pros): Location Cons: Food Quality
My husband and I've had dinner here on three seperate occasions. The layout, theme, and location of the restaurant are spot on but the food is just okay. We've ordered different things each time and nothing has overly impressed us and we're not very picky eaters. Nothing was bad or tasted bad it just wasn't worth the price or the time. If I went back, I'd just do appetizer and dessert or drinks and dessert. 
fightinfire21
Mouseketeer
Registered: April 2005
Location: Cassville, PA
Posts: 300Review Date: Mon April 27, 2009 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 8
Positive aspects of the product (pros): Cons:
My wife, my daughter and I ate here for out first time last September (2008) and it was one of the better places we visited on our trip. Our biggest complaint was that it was over an hour to be seated from our scheduled ADR even though we checked in early. They were very disorganized at the check in counter. We did end up sitting outside (we didn't request this so it didn't hold us up in being seated) and seeing Illuminations during our dinner which was GREAT. All the food and the service was very good and we plan on returning here on our next trip.
OKW Lover 
Yes, we love Old Key West
Connoisseur of the fine things in life, and has the time to enjoy them (Just ask his wife)
Registered: April 2004
Location: Plymouth, MA
Posts: 17339Review Date: Wed April 29, 2009 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 8
Positive aspects of the product (pros): Nice location, varied menu items, selection of beer Cons: food quality is spotty
We've visited here very often - well over 20 times. The fact that we continue to return tells you that we like this place. But that doesn't blind us to some of its faults. We've found the food quality to be spotty at times, but on other visits its great.
Some favorites are the barley soup, the shepherds pie and the fish and chips. For something really different, try the ploughmans lunch.
xipetotec
DIS Veteran
Registered: March 2005
Location: Montreal, Quebec
Posts: 1280Review Date: Wed April 29, 2009 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 8
Positive aspects of the product (pros): Food, lakeside seating, service Cons: Long waits for dinner
We've found long waits getting a seat for dinner ( not so bad for lunch ). One of the great things about The Rose and Crown is not only does it reproduce the look and feel of a British pub, but it's right on the lake, so if you're lucky you can get a seat by the water. If you're even luckier, you can get that during Illuminations!
Food is upscale British fare, Fish and Chips are fantastic ( as are the Bangers and mash ) and the Sticky toffee pudding is just... wow.
Service is great, very polite and quirky.
mmmears
DIS Veteran
Registered: November 2005
Location: California
Posts: 8213Review Date: Wed April 29, 2009 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 8
Positive aspects of the product (pros): Great location, service Cons: Can be crowded
We had a great dinner here.
We were seated inside (it was a bit wet outside, so they weren't seating anyone there). Our waitress was helpful, attentive, and pleasant.
Our appetizer salad was very good. My DD & I shared the fish and chips and they were quite tasty. DH had a lamb combo (chops plus pie, I believe) that was really good. We had the sticky toffee for dessert and it was excellent.
After dinner, we went out on the patio and had a great view of Illuminations!
LMO429
DIS Veteran
Registered: March 2007
Location: NYC
Posts: 4966Review Date: Wed April 29, 2009 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 8
Positive aspects of the product (pros): Staff, View for Iluminations Cons: Food Choices
We ate here once and had a good meal. The staff was excellent, very attentive and friendly. We had reservations about an hour before Illuminations and were sitted inside but about 5 minutes before the show our waitress took us out to the patio.
I do not consider myself a picky eater but I had a hard time finding something on the menu I really wanted to eat and wound up ordering off the children's menu. My husband however enjoyed his dinner, especially all the beer choices.
SamIAm21
Mickey's New Fan
Always happy to try a new brew!
Next time, it's going to be corn for me
Registered: August 2005
Location: South of the Sears Tower
Posts: 3528Review Date: Thu April 30, 2009 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 6
Positive aspects of the product (pros): Great location, good service Cons: Menu Choices
We chose the Rose & Crown as part of our dinner package before the Candlelight Processional in 2006. Although I did see the menu before choosing it, when I arrived, one of the dishes I had hoped to try was removed from the menu, Shepherd's Pie. I thought the restaurant was well decorated and I felt as if I'd been transplanted into an English Pub, but still left feeling a bit underwhelmed with the food and the choices.
I don't mind stopping by the window for some fish & chips, but I don't see myself going back to eat dinner there anytime soon.
burberryplaid
Addicted to SOARIN's Orange Scent
Has an affinity for cupcakes
There's nothing like leaving all your cares behind you and getting to be 6 years old all over again!
Registered: February 2007
Location: Red Sox Nation
Posts: 2851Review Date: Fri May 1, 2009 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 7
Positive aspects of the product (pros): Beautiful patio views, friendly staff Cons: Limited menu, you might find better pub food in your hometown
We enjoyed our dinner at Rose & Crown. We were seated on the patio which was lovely. We were too early for Illuminations but I imagine it was be beautiful sitting along the water to watch the show.
The food was good, but we live in the Boston area and there are many Irish/English pubs that are just as good or better, with larger menus. I suspect many others would feel the same.
We'll probably go back, but this is not a must do on every trip.
The Grumpus
That's the money you could be saving by using Dreams Unlimited Travel
Registered: January 2006
Location: Sutton, MA
Posts: 186Review Date: Fri May 1, 2009 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 8
Positive aspects of the product (pros): Everything on the menu is good Cons:
I've never had a bad meal here. Several great beers on tap. You can just stop at the bar for a drink or sit down for a full meal. Each dish is full of flavor and leaves you satisfied. For an added bonus, get a late reservation and stay for a viewing of Illuminations right on the water in front of you.
oakmanner 
DVC Member, Disney Cast Member, D23 Member, Disney Movie Club Member...
Registered: October 2006
Location: Lawrence, Massachusetts
Posts: 1408Review Date: Sun May 3, 2009 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 7
Positive aspects of the product (pros): Outside seating for Illuminations Cons: Food somewhat bland
We ate here once and had a seat outside which affords a view of Illuminations if you have a late ADR. The view was awesome! The food however, was just OK. It seemed somewhat bland. We would go back.
*NikkiBell*
Careful with the Cool Whip!
LOX IS MY NEMESIS!!!
I'm coming off of the plane decked out with a Snooki poof
Registered: June 2005
Location: New Jersey
Posts: 10950Review Date: Wed May 6, 2009 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 9
Positive aspects of the product (pros): Great food, service, & atmosphere! Cons: None!
I really enjoy the Rose & Crown Pub. They have great service and a wonderful British-style atmosphere. The food is also very good. I loved the bangers & mash and fish & chips. We will continue to return here.
msc_idiot
Mouseketeer
Registered: January 2009
Posts: 90Review Date: Mon May 11, 2009 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 7
Positive aspects of the product (pros): Food Cons: Seating
The fish and chips were a huge hit with my family, but the seating was very cramped. The fact that you can be escorted outside to view Illuminations is a big draw, but during busier times, it just becomes painfully crowded on that patio. The view is sometimes worse there if crowded than it is in the rest of the park.
BlueFairy
DIS Veteran
Registered: August 1999
Location: Birmingham, AL
Posts: 1434Review Date: Wed May 13, 2009 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 9
Positive aspects of the product (pros): Illuminations Cons: portion size
The food here is good but not as great as it could be. We were left wanting more with every dish. The flavors were all excellent. Feels a little pre-made and the portions are small. As with most things in WS, the location and beer make up for it. We had a truly memorable evening on the patio watching Illuminations. Go for dinner. Lunch didn't feel anywhere near as festive.
MJ6987
Mouseketeer
Registered: May 2008
Posts: 478Review Date: Mon May 25, 2009 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 7
Positive aspects of the product (pros): Cons:
Good British pub food and realistic decor
jrgutknecht
Mouseketeer
Registered: August 2000
Location: Round Lake, IL
Posts: 293Review Date: Wed June 3, 2009 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 8
Positive aspects of the product (pros): Food was tasty Cons: Service was dreadfully slow (but nice)
We had a noon reservation for 8 and were quickly seated in an almost empty dining room. Our server was very nice, but she disappeared for long periods of time and left us wondering where she went. By the time our meal arrived, several other tables around us had come and gone finishing their entire meal. By the time we got out of there it was 2:15. We had not rush and were not in a hurry, but I would not recommend this for anyone that's in a hurry, unless you tell the server ahead of time you're in a rush. Highly recommend the fish - it was excellent!
PucTiger
Earning My Ears
Registered: March 2007
Posts: 14Review Date: Thu June 4, 2009 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 9
Positive aspects of the product (pros): food quality, view, service, authenticity Cons: not a big enough beer selection
My friend and I visited in September of 08 after failing to make ADRs in advance. We wanted to try and squeeze in a visit overlooking the fireworks, but ended up settling for Tokyo Dining (which was just as good). We did, however, end up sitting on the patio in perfect weather overlooking the lake. NO PROBLEM THERE. After visiting the bar and enjoying the scotch flight (which was delightful, varying, and unbelievably affordable), we sat down. Now, we were on the dining plan, but we both absolutely had to try the soups. I ordered the potato leek, my friend ordered the pea soup. The potato leek soup went far beyond my expectations. It had a perfect creamy/buttery flavor and a smooth consistency. These have to be the two most underrated food items in all of Disney World. My friend's pea soup was wonderful with just a hint of smoke to it. We tried each others but fell so much in love with our own that not a drop was spared.
I then ordered the bangers and mash, which had a sort of sweated cabbage. The sausages were perfect, the mash was smooth, the gravy was delightful, and the cabbage added a nice contrast of flavor that really brought it all together. My friend had the lamb two ways. My friend, who suffers from Crohn's disease, hardly ever finishes anything he eats and it usually takes him an entire day to go through just one meal. _I_ was the only one to leave with a box, simply because three sausages was way too much for me to eat. I had a bite, and I was impressed. I know we ordered desserts, but I can't remember what they were! It was a year ago.
The service was spot on, and we had a nice long conversation with our waitstaff. We talked about where he's from, where he's going, what his plans were, and about our trip. This one of those special staff members who really bring everything together.
I rated the experience a '9' even though I could have easily made it a '10'. The only reason I wouldn't make it a 10 is because the decor lacked a bit of 'fine dining' aspect that I sometimes like -- we did have linens, if I was correct. I was just hoping for a little more romance (though the wine sure helped!).
Definitely a must visit.
Poopachino
Is it 0 days yet?
Registered: January 2009
Location: Maryland
Posts: 91Review Date: Thu June 11, 2009 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 10
Positive aspects of the product (pros): Patio View, Servers, Food Cons: none
We've been twice and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves both times. The patio views are amazing, the servers are all extremely personable, and we have enjoyed the various food we've tried there.
luna99
Oh great. Now we've got a yeti. - Jamie from Mythbusters I Believe in naps! - Bawb
Registered: November 2006
Location: Central New York
Posts: 1515Review Date: Sat July 4, 2009 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 10
Positive aspects of the product (pros): atmosphere, bangers and mash Cons:
It has been a while since I have eaten here but I do remember it being a GREAT meal! I had a cheese plate and the bangers and mash and it was wonderful! The atmosphere is really cute and quaint and it is a good spot to watch illuminations from while you eat if you time it right. You can't go wrong with this place!
StitchAttack
Mouseketeer
Registered: January 2009
Posts: 139Review Date: Wed September 2, 2009 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 8
Positive aspects of the product (pros): Draft beer selection, Good pub food, location Cons: Very crowded inside sometimes
I love the Rose and Crown, but then again it helps that I love British beer and good pub food. Eating at the Rose and Crown after a long day at Epcot, just feels right. All of the pub favorites, such as bangers and mash and fish and chips are great. Another plus is that you the Rose and Crown has a special area for you to watch illuminations.
FigmentGal96
One Little Spark
Registered: October 2009
Location: Athens, GA
Posts: 70Review Date: Fri December 11, 2009 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: $79.00 | Rating: 8
Positive aspects of the product (pros): Well-prepared food. Cons: Cramped space, loud, longer wait to be seated.
We had a 5:15 dinner seating on a Tuesday on December 1, 2009 for a party of 5 (but the $79 indicated before was for 3 people- two adults and one child). We checked in on time but had to wait about 15-20 minutes before being seated (with a buzzer, browsing the shops). We were seated inside the restaurant in a corner with bench seats. My mother was seated at the end of the table, and there was no opening in the solid table leg for her to actually put her legs. We had to move the table for her to even be able to sit down. The person seating us didn't seem to think anything of this. Our table was about one foot away from the one next to us. Our server was pleasant and took our orders quickly. Our food took a while to arrive, but it was very well prepared. We all finished our plates. We were missing at least one piece of flatware we had to ask for. I don't recall dessert being anything exciting, but I do know that my mother enjoyed her lemon pie. The restaurant was hectic and very loud. I think it would have been more plesant if we had been seated outside. It took us at least 90 minutes to get through our meal. I would eat here again, but probably at an off peak time or for lunch. I think part of the delay may have been due to high bookings because of (1) the Dining Plan promotion and (2) Candelight Processional packages.
ncc1701
Scotty I need Warp 10 to WDW
Registered: September 2009
Location: NJ
Posts: 711Review Date: Mon December 14, 2009 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 8
Positive aspects of the product (pros): fish & chips beer selection Cons: limited menu
Got a last minute ADR and ate here for lunch last month.The Fish & Chips were excellent.The batter had the right amount of crunch without being overcooked.I don't remember what type of fish they use but it was moist and flaky. My DH said his Chicken Pie was also good.I had the trifle for desserts and it wasn't too heavy(which is a good thing).
we had outside table over looking the lake.
On the downside(like most of the TS restaurants) the menu seems to have shrunk since we first ate here in 1998.
ead79
Disney Bride!
Wants the perfect pancake pan
Really likes a lot of NSYNC's songs
I hope my new job isn't like the movie "Office Space"
Registered: January 2000
Location: Marietta, GA, USA
Posts: 13700Review Date: Wed December 23, 2009 Would you recommend the product? No | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 4
Positive aspects of the product (pros): atmosphere, friendly server Cons: food was so-so
We ate dinner at Rose & Crown on December 7. For our family it was a bit of a mixed review. My husband and I didn’t have an appetizer, but my parents both tried the Mixed Greens salad. It sounded delicious with bacon, cheddar, and a warm bacon vinaigrette. However, both of my parents felt it was the most bland salad they had ever tasted. When our entrees arrived, we again had mixed reviews. My parents both had the chicken and mushroom pie, which they both felt was the absolute best pot pie type of dish they had ever had. They both loved it! My husband had the fish and chips, which he enjoyed, but felt were pretty run of the mill. I had the grilled pork loin, which is served with a hash brown potato and stewed fruits and nuts. The pork itself was very tasty, with an excellent marinade. The stewed fruits really added a nice touch to the dish as well. Unfortunately, the hash brown potato was much different from anything I have ever had before, and I honestly disliked it a lot. As a result, I was pretty hungry when we left the restaurant, having only had some dinner rolls and pork loin. So all in all, I wouldn’t really recommend this restaurant. While there was 1 standout item, we were under-whelmed with the rest of our meal. I wouldn’t advise people to stay away, but we aren’t in a hurry to return either.
Lisacope
DIS Veteran
Registered: October 2003
Location: Wa State
Posts: 521Review Date: Sat February 20, 2010 Would you recommend the product? No | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 3
Positive aspects of the product (pros): Restaurant is in Epcot Cons: The food is horrible
I guess alot of people eat here so they can linger and watch the fireworks. My husband and I chose this place to try some different WDW restaurants. We arrived on time for our ADR and waited about 20 minutes for our buzzer to go off. We were seated in the patio area which was covered with plastic sidewalls. I was put off by this but my husband didn't mind it - I would have preferrred to be seated inside the restaurant as I didn't get to enjoy the atmosphere of the restaurant. The service was a little slow but the girl that served us was very cheerful and we weren't in any hurry. My husband ordered the sunday roast and I had the pork loin and we shared a salad which was very good. The sunday roast was okay - nothing special. The pork loin was an unfortunate choice - it can be hard to cook this cut of meat well and this was borne out by tough dry meat with an unremarkable sauce. In summary - Rose and Crown can be a good strategic choice for seeing Illuminations but don't go there for the food.
bryon
I want to work at Disney...But do my own thing.
Registered: January 2005
Location: Rochester, NY
Posts: 125Review Date: Tue March 9, 2010 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 6
Positive aspects of the product (pros): Cons:
We ate outside so I didn't get to enjoy the theme/ambiance. Because of these it really only seemed like a typical place to eat and nothing special.
Staff was nice, but you could tell they were bored/tired.
Food was ok...nothing to rave about.
No real negatives...no real positives.
irishtigger
Mouseketeer
Registered: March 2010
Location: Hamilton, NJ
Posts: 403Review Date: Tue April 13, 2010 Would you recommend the product? No | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 1
Positive aspects of the product (pros): nothing Cons: everything
This was by far the worst dining experience I have ever had in Disney World. The food was just not good and the service was dreadful. I had to keep getting up to find her. It took way to long for our food fish and chips and a burger there was no reason we were in there for over an hour and trust me we didn't even finsh our food. I would recommend the quick service in America before I would recommend this place ever again!
tammyroo
Mouseketeer
Registered: September 2008
Location: Suffolk VA
Posts: 218Review Date: Wed May 26, 2010 Would you recommend the product? No | Price you paid?: $40.00 | Rating: 4
Positive aspects of the product (pros): view of fireworks, sorta Cons: food, service
Ate here with friends for the first time and it was not good.
We got seated within the 15 minute window, but barely. We requested a patio table so that we could enjoy the fireworks and received that. Initially, they had the plastic covering down and the umbrellas outside up, which blocked the view. Both were taken care of before the fireworks. I happened to be seated behind the umbrella pole so I still couldn't see.
The server we had was in training. She was very sweet but not a good server. She never returned to clear the table or refill the glasses until the end of the meal.
The fish and chips was greasy and the fries tasted like they were the frozen and not fresh variety. My daughter had the mixed greens salad which she said was okay and for her entree she had the vegetarian shepherd's pie. She enjoyed her entree but didn't rave about it. Our friends shared the cottage pie and said it was good.
None of us said we would return, which says something. None of us are overly picky eaters. This was probably one of the worst meals we've had in Disney.
On the up side, Prince Edward was actually there in the bar with his wife chatting up the staff. I never saw him but my daughter and our friends saw him while waiting in line for the restroom.
alayna86
Former Disney Cast Member 2005
Registered: July 2010
Location: Pennsylvania
Posts: 46Review Date: Tue July 20, 2010 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 10
Positive aspects of the product (pros): Fish and chips Cons: always always crowded
I cannot go to Disney without stopping for some fish and chips. And when my friend and I ate here we had phenomonal service! This is definitely a place I hit up each and every time!
IndyScrapper
Earning My Ears
Registered: November 2007
Posts: 2Review Date: Tue October 5, 2010 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 7
Positive aspects of the product (pros): Cons:
We ate here on Oct 1, 2010. DH chose the cottage pie and was amazed at how small it was and included no side dishes. Though the flavor was good. The server suggested the Sunday Roast, which I tried. It was very good and plentiful. She also suggested the sticky toffee pudding which was yummy. We sat outside. The service and atmosphere was very nice. Inside the restaurant was very crowded and rowdy. This was during the food and wine festival, so this may have contributed to the atmosphere inside. Based on the serving sizes, I will probably choose another restaurant next time.
anthonyemerick
Earning My Ears
Registered: May 2010
Posts: 22Review Date: Thu December 9, 2010 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: $100.00 | Rating: 10
Positive aspects of the product (pros): service food view Cons: none
the menus definitely need to be updated we had a sampler appatizer for 2 that had a scotch egg a beef pasty and the soup the other person ordered the puddings everything was delicious for main course we had fish and chips ... awesome bangers and mash delicious and shepherds pie (non vegetarian it has lamb) scrumptious !! the 3 of us that ate here out of the 8 that went on vacation all agreed it was our favorite meal of the week will go back everytime we go Home !! The server was lovely as well
Terk-1
Cinderella's Castle is My 2nd Home!! Only 1,302.5 miles from the Magic Kingdom!
Registered: August 1999
Location: Massachusetts
Posts: 6850Review Date: Tue December 20, 2011 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: $35.00 | Rating: 9
Positive aspects of the product (pros): Great food & service Cons: Not enough patio tables
This is one of my favorite places to dine. The food was very good, as was the service. The CM was very polite and attentive, but not hovering.
The only negative is that there are not enough tables outside. They should convert the area to the side, which would allow for several more outside tables.
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