Taryn's Mad Hatter Adventures

Category: Table Service

• Dinner at The Cowfish…Sushi-Burger-Bar, City Walk Orlando

  Posted at 5:10 pm by taryngirl, on April 6, 2022

  3/29/2022

  This night we wanted to make reservations for a restaurant so we could check out City Walk. My traveling partner chose The Cowfish! I have walked past this restaurant every single time I’ve entered City Walk or either of the theme parks, and have never eaten here. Probably because I don’t eat any type of seafood, so the “sushi” part was throwing me off!

  We arrived right on time for our reservation, and there was a long line waiting to check in. If you didn’t have reservations, the wait was two hours. I strongly encourage you to make reservations for any of the table service restaurants at City Walk. If they aren’t available on the Universal website, you can look for them on Open Table or try calling the restaurant directly.

  

  

  The inside of the restaurant was open and airy, and consisted of 3?? floors I think?!

  

  The weather was really nice, and we were happily led to this table overlooking City Walk. (It was open…no window!)

  

  We started off with some drinks. I had the Ruby Panther–Deep Eddy Ruby Vodka, simple syrup, lemon juice, pink lemonade, and raspberries–$14.00. It was delicious! I love fruity and this was perfect.

  

  Megan had the Hokkaido Nights–44 North Nectarine Vodka, lemongrass syrup, fresh basil and mint, cucumber–$14.00.

  

  We wanted an appetizer, so we chose the Crispy Brussels–Flash fried Brussels sprouts, wasabi yuzu vinaigrette, rice noodles, bonito flakes, sesame seeds, with a jalapeno citrus aioli dipping sauce–$8.00. These were SO GOOD! They were bigger than any brussels sprouts I’ve ever seen, and the flavor was amazing. I loved the dipping sauce!

  

  We also got a side order of Sweet Potato Fries, and these were good as well.

  

  I originally went in with the idea that I would be getting a burger…but I didn’t know they had CHEESEBURGER SUSHI! So I decided to go with The All-American Bacon Double Cheeseburgooshi–Seasoned premium black angus beef, yellow cheddar cheese, white cheddar cheese, and applewood bacon wrapped in soy paper and potato strings then flash fried. Topped with dill pickle, red onion, roma tomato, served over housemade Cowfish sauce, topped with ketchup and mustard–$19.00. THIS.WAS.AMAZING! And my favorite food from the entire trip! The flash fried potatoes on the outside made this meal. It was like eating fries and a burger in one bite. The flavors were all so good together. I would 100% go back to just order this!

  

  Megan ordered the Dion’s OMG! Roll–Tempura coconut shrimp, kani, and English cucumber inside, coated in tempura flakes. Topped with fresh mango, avocado, spicy honey marmalade and coconut flakes–$18.00. She really liked this!

  

  I was actually reluctant to eat here, but am so happy we did! It was my favorite meal as I said. I would definitely return!

  Posted in City Walk, Table Service, Universal Orlando | 0 Comments | Tagged City Walk, Dining Review, Table Service, The Cowfish, Universal Orlando

• Breakfast at Topolino’s Terrace

  Posted at 2:13 pm by taryngirl, on March 24, 2022

  1/3/22

  As my luck would have it for this trip…I was also able to score a reservation for 4 to Topolino’s Terrace, which has been on my bucket list for the last several trips! There was so much going on this day with food, so people had to pick and choose what was important to them. This was first on my list!

  Topolino’s is located at Disney’s Riviera Resort. The easiest way for us to get there for breakfast was to take a Lyft from our resort.

  

  This resort is absolutely gorgeous! It kind of reminds me of a mini Grand Floridian in its style and decor.

  The lobby is kind of on the smaller side.

  

  This is one view out the back from the lobby area.

  

  We took the elevator up to Topolino’s Terrace.

  

  We were seated promptly right in the middle of the restaurant, which was busy, but not too busy.

  We were brought this delicious basket of pastries, and condiments. Crossaints, muffins, and fabulous maple?? turnovers. All of it was SO GOOD!

  

  I had read many different reviews while deciding if I truly wanted to eat here. A majority of them said that they would do this meal again hands down. It also varied on what you could order. Because you are paying a set price per person, it was assumed that you could get one entree, however that is not true. You can order one entree and then ask for sides or small orders of other things if you wish.

  I knew for sure I wanted the Fruit Plate–Seasonal Fruits, Honey Yogurt, Seed Granola, Toasted Sunflower Butter. It arrived and it was fantastic!

  

  

  My daughter chose the Sour Cream Waffle–Roasted Apple, Chantilly, Orange-Maple Syrup, and served with Sausage. I was also torn between this and what I ordered. Luckily I was able to try this, and it was SO GOOD! I would order this again for sure!

  

  My niece ordered the Quiche Gruyere–House-Made Pancetta, Roasted Potatoes, Gruyere, Lemon Vinaigrette, Sausage. She really liked this, especially the potatoes.

  

  I went with the Two Eggs Any Style–Roasted Potatoes served with Sausage. This was your standard (real) scrambled eggs. The potatoes were really good! I knew I was going to be tasting my daughter’s waffles, so I wanted something somewhat “healthy.”

  

  While we were eating, the characters took turns coming around. They did make an announcement with music so you knew someone was coming. They did not get close to the tables, but did stop next to us so we could get pictures or videos. I loved Minnie’s outfit!

  

  

  

  A look inside the restaurant:

  

  

  When we were finished eating, we were able to go outside on the terrace to have a look around. The views were amazing! It was pretty windy, but the weather besides that was perfect.

  

  

  

  I would 100% do this breakfast again, even for the cost. It’s a character meal, with delicious food, a gorgeous resort, and spectacular views. I would try to align it with a Hollywood Studios or Epcot day so you can take the Skyliner after eating.

  Our server here was meh. She wasn’t very personable and didn’t ask if we wanted anything extra. She was also nonexistent for a majority of the time.

  Posted in Breakfast, Dining Review, Disney, Table Service, Uncategorized, Walt Disney World Resort | 0 Comments | Tagged Breakfast, Dining Review, Disney, Disney's Riviera Resort, Foodie, Table Service, Topolino's Terrace, Walt Disney World

• Space 220 Dinner Review – Epcot

  Posted at 10:53 am by taryngirl, on February 18, 2022

  1/3/22

  By some miracle, I was able to score a reservation to the brand new restaurant in Epcot…Space 220! It was only for 4 people, so our group of 14 had to draw straws. Kidding, kidding!

  I had read reviews, looked at food pictures, checked the menu, and reallllllllly wanted to have this experience! So I was very excited that I was one of the “chosen ones.”

  

  The restaurant is located right near Mission Space. The entrance is kind of tucked away on the right hand side of the building. Once you check in at that desk, they send you through the doors to another check in desk.

  

  This is where we received our boarding pass for our visit to the Centauri Space Station.

  

  We lined up with another party against the wall, waiting for someone to escort us to the elevator.

  

  Everyone stood around the center and looked down. We were blasting off and heading to space!

  

  Once we made it to the Space Station, we walked down a very neat hallway.

  

  

  The restaurant itself is amazing! When you walk in, to the right is the “lounge” where you can also order food. It’s a separate menu, and the seating area is small. You CAN make reservations for this area now, or you can wait in line for a walk up. Note, the full dinner menu is not available in this area.

  

  All throughout dinner, things would go flying across…astronauts, shuttles, satellites, etc. It was neat!

  Lunch and dinner here are a little bit different. For dinner you get to choose one appetizer, one entree and one dessert for $79 per person.

  Here’s a look at the dinner menu:

  

  

  

  

  One thing I forgot to get a photo of was the incredible drink menu! The drink menu was great and we all had a hard time deciding what we wanted.

  

  You can’t tell by this photo, but my drink was bubbling like crazy!

  Someone else ordered this one…that is cotton candy!

  First appetizer:

  Centauri Caesar Salad–Miniature Romaine, Classic Caesar Dressing, Parmigiano Reggiano

  

  Next appetizer:

  Blue Moon Cauliflower–Tempura Fried Cauliflower, Housemade Hot Sauce, Blue Cheese Dust

  

  This was my appetizer and it was ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS! I want to try to recreate it at home in my air fryer! It was perfectly cooked and the sauce was not TOO spicy for me. I would 100% order this again.

  Next appetizer:

  Neptuna Tartare–Yellowfin Tuna, Yuzu Ginger Miso, Soy, Avocado, Radish, Apple, Sesame Crackers

  

  I didn’t taste this but was told it was very good.

  Next appetizer:

  Starry Calamari–Fried Calamari, Italian Cherry Peppers, Spicy Marinara, Roasted Pepper Citrus Aioli

  

  I didn’t taste this either since I don’t eat seafood, but was told it was good. Just your normal calamari. The tuna was better than this according to my group.

  Next up were our entrees.

  Entree #1:

  8 oz. Filet Mignon–Cabernet Butter, Potato Leek Croquette (I substituted with mashed potatoes!), Haricots Verts

  

  This was amazing! And I’ve very glad I subbed for the mashed potatoes, because they were excellent!

  Entree #2:

  Florida Red Snapper–San Marzano Tomato Broth, Fingerling Potatoes, Broccolini, Sicilian Tapenade

  

  Two people ordered this and they both liked it!

  Entree #3:

  Slow Rotation Short Rib–Braised Short Rib, Cheddar Grits, Bacon, Haricots Verts

  

  This was reported to be very tender and delicious!

  The next course was our yummy desserts!

  Dessert #1:

  Chocolate Cheesecake–Whipped Chocolate Ganache, Chocolate Sauce, White Chocolate Crunchy Pearls, Cookie Crumbs, Dark Chocolate Shards

  

  The presentation of this was amazing! I did get to taste it and it was excellent. If you are a chocolate lover, this is definitely for you!

  Dessert #2:

  Sticky Toffee Pudding Cake–Dark Chocolate Sauce, Caramel Crunchy Pearls, Salted Toffee Drizzle

  

  This also had a great presentation. I didn’t taste this one, but it was reported to be good.

  Dessert #3:

  Lemon Mousse–Lemon Mousse Sphere adorned with White Chocolate Rings, Lemon Custard, Marinated Blueberries, Lemon Curd

  

  This is what I ordered. I LOVE lemon! So I was excited to try this. It was very good! (I did prefer the chocolate cheesecake to this though.)

  Dessert #4:

  Chocolate Gelato

  

  This was a giant serving! And very good.

  Overall, we really loved our experience here. Yes, it’s pricey at $79 per person. But that includes an appetizer, entree, and dessert. It’s really not THAT much more than a two credit Disney table service restaurant. The atmosphere was really cool, and the service was great. I definitely would come again for lunch or to sit in the lounge area!

  Posted in Dining Review, Epcot, Space 220, Table Service, Uncategorized | 0 Comments | Tagged Dining Review, Disney, Epcot, Foodie, Space 220, Table Service, Walt Disney World

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