{"id":73462,"date":"2019-09-04T08:00:27","date_gmt":"2019-09-04T12:00:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/?p=73462"},"modified":"2022-04-08T22:23:22","modified_gmt":"2022-04-09T02:23:22","slug":"brunch-grand-floridian-cafe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/brunch-grand-floridian-cafe\/","title":{"rendered":"Brunch at the Grand Floridian Cafe"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-73473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/GF-Brunch-299x400.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"299\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/GF-Brunch-299x400.jpg 299w, https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/GF-Brunch.jpg 449w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 299px) 100vw, 299px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Brunch is my absolute favorite meal to eat at Walt Disney World. There are so many great restaurants that offer delicious breakfast and brunch options that it can be hard to choose. This time, I decided to visit the Grand Floridian to check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/disneyworld.disney.go.com\/dining\/grand-floridian-resort-and-spa\/grand-floridian-cafe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Grand Floridian Caf\u00e9<\/a> before spending the day at the Magic Kingdom.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_73470\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-73470\" style=\"width: 303px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-73470\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/GF-window-303x400.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"303\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/GF-window-303x400.jpg 303w, https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/GF-window.jpg 454w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 303px) 100vw, 303px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-73470\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Entrance to the Cafe<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>The Restaurant<\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Grand Floridian Resort is a classic hotel with elegant d\u00e9cor, so it comes as no surprise that the theming of the caf\u00e9 is beautiful as well. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">I especially enjoyed all the <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">weather vanes<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> around the restaurant. Each one was different and unique.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0The large windows throughout the restaurant give it a warm and welcoming feel.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_73469\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-73469\" style=\"width: 299px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-73469\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/GF-weather-vane-299x400.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"299\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/GF-weather-vane-299x400.jpg 299w, https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/GF-weather-vane.jpg 449w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 299px) 100vw, 299px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-73469\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Unique Weather Vanes<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The caf\u00e9 is an excellent choice for brunch because the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/walt-disney-world\/dining\/menus\/grand-floridian-cafe-menu\/\">menu<\/a> has all the traditional breakfast foods as well as a nice selection of appetizers, salads, and sandwiches. I often make advance dining reservations months in advance and never know if I will be in the mood for breakfast or lunch food during the brunch hour. If you are like me, this restaurant is a great option for you!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_73468\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-73468\" style=\"width: 400px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-73468\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/GF-Restaurant-400x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/GF-Restaurant-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/GF-Restaurant.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-73468\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Warm and Welcoming Dining Room<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>The Menu<\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">On this particular day, my friend and I decided to go with breakfast choices. We opted to order one savory meal and one sweet meal to share. After much deliberation, we chose the benedict flight and the Mickey waffle because y<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">ou have to try at least one Mickey waffle on a Disney vacation, right?<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_73466\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-73466\" style=\"width: 400px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-73466 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/GF-Benedict-Flight-400x294.jpg\" alt=\"Grand Floridian Caf\u00e9\" width=\"400\" height=\"294\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/GF-Benedict-Flight-400x294.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/GF-Benedict-Flight-220x162.jpg 220w, https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/GF-Benedict-Flight.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-73466\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Benedict Flight<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Grand Floridian Caf\u00e9 offers 3 types of eggs benedict: traditional, spicy chorizo, and lobster. Can\u2019t decide? Order the flight and try them all! We did and we were not disappointed. The eggs were perfectly poached and served with a good amount of hollandaise sauce. We both enjoyed these.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_73472\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-73472\" style=\"width: 400px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-73472 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/GF-Biscuits-400x300.jpg\" alt=\"Grand Floridian Caf\u00e9\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/GF-Biscuits-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/GF-Biscuits.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-73472\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Complimentary Biscuits<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you choose to order a waffle, pancakes, or French toast, you\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">also have the option to add some sweet treats to top off your waffle. There are a few options, but we landed on the citrus-pecan syrup, Chantilly cream, mandarin oranges, and dried cranberries. The waffle was fine on its own, but the toppings made it fantastic. I especially enjoyed the Chantilly cream. It was like having breakfast and dessert combined<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. Delicious!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-73467 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/GF-Mickey-Waffle-299x400.jpg\" alt=\"Grand Floridian Caf\u00e9\" width=\"299\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/GF-Mickey-Waffle-299x400.jpg 299w, https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/GF-Mickey-Waffle.jpg 449w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 299px) 100vw, 299px\" \/><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_73471\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-73471\" style=\"width: 400px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-73471 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Waffle-Accomp-400x306.jpg\" alt=\"Grand Floridian Caf\u00e9\" width=\"400\" height=\"306\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Waffle-Accomp-400x306.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Waffle-Accomp.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-73471\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Mickey Waffle with Fruit and Cream<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Our experience at the Grand Floridian Caf\u00e9 was very relaxing. Disney vacations often involve a lot of running around, so it was nice to sit back and enjoy a great meal before taking on the always busy <a href=\"https:\/\/disneyworld.disney.go.com\/destinations\/magic-kingdom\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Magic Kingdom<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> If your travels include a non-park day, you could always stop by the spa or shop at little at the hotel after your meal. You really can&#8217;t go wrong with a visit to the Grand Floridian, so be sure to stop by!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>Have you tried brunch at the Grand Floridian Caf\u00e9? Let us know what you enjoyed most about your meal in the comments!<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Did you like this article? Make sure to share it with your friends! Check below for easy ways to share!<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Want to visit the Walt Disney World Resort? 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There are so many great restaurants that offer delicious breakfast and brunch options that it can be hard to choose. This time, I decided to visit the Grand Floridian to check out the Grand Floridian Caf\u00e9 before spending the day at the Magic&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":91,"featured_media":73473,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"wprm-recipe-roundup-name":"","wprm-recipe-roundup-description":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[1688],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-73462","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-wdw-dining"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/73462","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/91"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=73462"}],"version-history":[{"count":10,"href":"https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/73462\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":73593,"href":"https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/73462\/revisions\/73593"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/73473"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=73462"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=73462"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=73462"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}