The following post is written by Amanda from the Boscov’s Travel Marketing Department.
Traveling to Europe or Disney anytime soon? When traveling, half the battle of vacation is unwinding. If you’re like me, you don’t want to spend the afternoon planning where to go to dinner. After extensive research (and at times, my own experience), below are restaurants I recommend in Italy, France, and around the world in Disney. I will go over Italy, and France and of course my favorite, Disney World.
Italy
Club del Doge Restaurant
This restaurant in Venice, Italy has a beautiful location on the Grand Canal. Even if you decide to forgo the outdoor seating, inside is very warm and welcoming with old world charm. The fare is not inexpensive but you won’t be disappointed as you discover culinary innovations while sipping Italian grappa. This place is so Instagramable.
Da Vittorio
A country restaurant sure to please, this chateaux in La Cantalupa (near Milan and Lake Como) overlooks beautiful vineyards juxtaposed against the Apennines mountains… just looking at the photos has me in a state of zen. With a delicious menu that has rave reviews, it is the picture perfect scene for any occasion. This is definitely being added to my bucket list!
http://www.davittorio.com/en/restaurants/da-vittorio.html
Positano’s Ristorante La Sponda
Located in the heart of the Village of Positano, this Mediterranean restaurant based in the Naplese tradition has views to die for. At night over 400 candles illuminate the room giving an ethereal atmosphere with views of the Amalfi coast. At this restaurant, the executive chef at 32 years of age has already had so much success in his career. I would say this is the place to experience one fine dining experience or a nice romantic date in Positano. If you decide to go, please let me know about your visit!
https://sirenuse.prenota-web.it/prenotazioni/frameset.asp?ristorante=laspondaC&lang=en
France
Bustronome
This may be my favorite idea EVER! A restaurant on a luxurious bus with panoramic dome glass views while touring the city of Paris (plus if you’re headed to London for a leg of your trip, there’s a Bustronome there as well). I mean what could get better than that? Once you enter you will completely forget that you’re on this bus – it is a custom stable vehicle that adapts to every road imperfection. You’ll enjoy four to six courses for brunch, lunch, or dinner. This makes me want to hop on a plane and get to France ASAP! With these gorgeous views of these cities and the panoramic windows through the whole bus, or restaurant I should say, this is for sure worth the price for France!
Epicure
Another picture perfect, classically French scene. With the elegance and the beautiful set up, I have to say when I look at this place I somehow feel like a princess. Being the restaurant of Chef Eric Frechon, a three time Michelin star honoree, this is a place you will talk about for years to come.
https://www.oetkercollection.com/hotels/le-bristol-paris/restaurants-bar/restaurants/epicure/
Walt Disney World
California Grille
Everyone talks about it, but not everyone can visit. This is Disney fine dining at its finest. Let me tell you from firsthand experience – this is the place to be in Disney World. The best part – the delectable meals can be included in your dining plan, just save an extra meal credit and use here for an evening out. As an added bonus, from the top floor of the Contemporary Resort, you’ll have spectacular views of the Disney fireworks with a perspective you won’t see anywhere else. This is the way to go… even the staff will pause what they are doing as the lights dim and everyone tunes in to watch the show. They also have an observatory deck if you prefer to be outside then at your seat. Either way, you cannot go wrong!
Cinderella Royal Table
A restaurant every little princess dreams of – dining in the castle! This is the hardest reservation to get… you are brought to entrance of the castle. This is a place I try every year to get and have yet to succeed, but when I do you will know about it! Here’s a tip: if you’re staying at a Disney resort, you can book at 6:00AM, 180 days out from the first day of your stay.
50’s Prime Time Café
Located in Hollywood Studios, you’ll step into this past with this 50’s theme diner restaurant. I’m not going to lie, out of all the restaurants mentioned above, this is probably my least favorite for tasting but it makes up for it with atmosphere! A reasonable sit-down restaurant in Disney, I think it is a great place for kids to be kids and enjoy! Seriously. Let the kids put their hands on the table, chew with their mouth open, and have no manners. It’s all a part of the theme. The staff are very sassy and will playfully scold you like you’re in your grandma’s house in the 50’s! If you are a fan of fried chicken, I suggest you order Aunt Liz’s Fried Chicken – it’s delicious! You’ll create memories here to last a lifetime (and maybe be a little more thankful you weren’t born in the 50’s).
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