The Disney Want, the latest ship within the Disney Cruise Line fleet, has a number of distinctive choices. We dined at 1923, one of many rotational dinner eating places, and tried every part on the menu.
Inside
First off, the restaurant is definitely separated into two eating rooms, the Walt Disney and the Roy Disney. Be certain to verify your Navigator app to see which one you might be eating at.
The area is supposed to evoke golden age Hollywood eating, similar to Musso & Frank or a go to to the Frolic Room.
All through, sketches and idea artwork together with maquettes used for producing a few of Disney’s most iconic animated options are displayed.
“Magnificence and the Beast” specifically is prominently represented.
Tableware is essentially copper and white-colored. All the pieces from plates to salt and pepper shakers bears the 1923 emblem.
Additionally represented are basic movies like “Peter Pan” and “Bambi.”
Even oft-forgotten movies like “The Sword within the Stone” see illustration right here.
“Moana” and “Frozen” have a house right here too.
The restaurant celebrates 100 years of Disney animation, from the founding of the Walt Disney Firm in 1923, all the way in which as much as right this moment. The 2 separate 1923 eating rooms, “Walt Disney” and “Roy Disney”, journey by way of time ranging from the again of the restaurant, after which greet diners upon entry with shows representing more moderen movies.
And naturally we will’t neglect “Pinocchio,” “Alice in Wonderland,” and “Sleeping Magnificence.”
The shows vary from maquettes to artwork prints, to enjoyable scene-dissecting items, and extra. Whereas some “props” are merely merchandise items from the previous, there are some custom-made objects on show, together with a sami drum for the Northuldra individuals in Frozen two that was handmade by a. couple in Finland, in addition to the Fijian ship mannequin representing Moana that’s made by a Hawaiian artist.
1923 Menu
The menu options objects with nods to many LA-area landmarks and areas vital to Walt and Roy:
- Alameda – Alameda Avenue was as soon as dwelling to the Walt Disney Studios
- Hyperion – The Disney brothers moved their Studio from the unique Kingswell Avenue location to 2719 Hyperion in Los Angeles in January 1926, and named it The Walt Disney Studio
- Kingswell – Website of the primary Disney Studio in Hollywood.
- Riverside – The present Disney studio resides alongside Riverside Drive.
- Buena Vista – Positioned in Burbank, California, the place the Walt Disney Studios are positioned (500 South Buena Vista Road. It was from the title of Buena Vista Road that Disney selected the title for its distribution firm.
- Los Feliz – In 1932 Walt and Lillian had their Los Feliz dwelling constructed at 4053 Woking Manner, Los Angeles, CA.
- Ink & Paint – This is a vital division on the studio, the truth is that is the place Lillian was working when she met Walt.
- Atwater – Atwater Village is a district of Los Angeles, which was frequented by Walt and his animators within the early days of the Disney Studio. This hip space is positioned simply throughout the Glendale-Hyperion Bridge from the studio.
- Hollywood Hills – The Carolwood Property as soon as owned by Walt Disney was positioned at Holmby Hills, Los Angeles within the Hollywood Hills.
- Burbank – Walt Disney used the earnings from the profitable launch of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs to finance the development of the Burbank studio.
Bread Service
Fig and Olive Bread with Honey Butter Dip
The fig and olive bread is sort of good, however they’re additionally blended in with a few of the customary rolls which can be served with meal companies aboard. The honey butter dip makes something good, including a sweetness and creaminess to each chunk.
Appetizers
Alameda Porcini Spiced Ahi Tuna
Pickled Lotus Root, Oyster Mushroom, Black Sesame Brittle, Wasabi, and Yuzu Mayonnaise
It’s not the most effective tuna we’ve had, however it does the job for these seeking to eat somewhat lighter. The yuzu mayonnaise and wasabi will elevate every chunk, however a few of the different components of the dish might haven’t been as contemporary as they may very well be,
Hyperion 4-cheese Tri-color Tortelloni
Meyer Lemon, Artichoke, Solar-dried Tomato, Child Spinach
We have been nervous concerning the tortellini by the look of it, however it was actually fairly good. They’re somewhat doughy, on the al dente aspect, however that’s most likely how they’re greatest served. Every one is plump and stuffed with wealthy cheese. The portion is small, so be forewarned that you could be wish to order a couple of for the desk. We definitely remorse not doing so.
Burrata Mozzarella Cheese & Prosciutto di Parma
Crisp Cranberry and Sunflower Seed Phyllo, Charred Blood Orange
Actually, we’ve by no means been blown away with the meals on Disney Cruise Line outdoors of some experiences at Remy, Palo, and the like, so we have been shocked by simply how acceptable a few of the dishes have been at 1923 (I do know that isn’t precisely excessive reward), particularly after the cataclysmically dangerous meal we had at Worlds of Marvel. The burrata was greater than satisfactory, tasting moist and contemporary, properly accompanied by the salty prosciutto. I consider it will please these within the temper for it.
Kingswell Duck Confit Pastilla
Dates, Apricot, Ginger, Pink Pepper, Saffron, Black Raspberry Jam
The standard of the duck was not top-shelf right here, however it was an OK dish. The extraordinary sweetness of the apricot and the black raspberry jam made the dish considerably pleasant.
Salads
Fennel, Bartlett Pear, and Tatsoi Salad
Manchego Cheese, Walnuts, Sherry Dressing
The pear is good, the fennel is bitter, and the complete mixture is sort of refreshing. The Manchego and the walnuts elevated the dish, making for a profitable salad that’s value attempting.
Break up Napa Child Romaine Lettuce
Caesar Dressing, Heirloom Grape Tomatoes, Parmigiano-Reggiano, Ciabatta Garlic Croutons
A normal salad that’s alongside the traces of a Caesar salad for these on the lookout for it.
From the Kettle
Pulled Guinea Hen Corn Chowder
Yukon Gold Potato, Cilantro, Smoked Bacon
We don’t know the way a lot taste the pulled guinea hen meat provides to this, however with out it, you’ve gotten a superbly effective corn chowder. It’s thick and salty, stuffed with chunks of corn.
Roasted Roma Tomato Soup
Sourdough Purple Basil Crostini
Once more, right here’s one other dish that gained’t change your life, however that we expect you’ll take pleasure in. It’s a vegan possibility as nicely, however that doesn’t imply everybody can’t take pleasure in this well-seasoned tomato soup that’s simply thick sufficient in consistency. The sourdough crostini soaked within the soup was pleasant as nicely.
Entrées
Tortiglioni Pasta
Prosecco Cream, Pancetta, Shallots, Cremini Mushrooms, Lemon Thyme
A slightly mediocre pasta dish that could be very one-note in its cream taste. It’s most likely over-salted and barely overcooked as nicely.
Seared Verlasso Salmon Filet
Californian Wild Honey Parsnip Purée, Orange Fennel Essence, Sauteéd Black Garlic Rapini
A superbly serviceable piece of salmon. It wasn’t too dry, however it additionally wasn’t probably the most tender or moist piece. The 2 items of rapini (that are properly ready with an oily coating and supply a nice crunch in every chunk) are the one actual aspect that comes with this, so be forewarned, it is probably not probably the most filling entree on the menu.
Italian Flat Parsley and Rosemary-crusted Rack of Lamb
Dauphinoise Potato, Roasted Petite Turnip, Carrot and Zucchini, Zinfandel Rosemary Sauce
This was the spotlight of the meal for us. The lamb was as tender, juicy, and bursting with taste because it may very well be. It’s closely seasoned, however it completely works, particularly offset by the thick and wealthy zinfandel rosemary sauce.
1923 Peppered Filet Mignon
Buttered Lengthy Inexperienced Beans, Smoked Bacon, Crushed Fingerling Potato Hash, Pink Pepper Café Au Lait
There are some slightly disappointing cuts of beef on board, this is perhaps the most effective of the bunch although. It was cooked appropriately to medium inside, had a pleasant, slight char on the outside, and was correctly seasoned. The accompaniment left one thing to be desired because the bacon was undercooked and the potato hash was considerably flavorless. The inexperienced beans have been good no less than.
Lighter Notes
Los Feliz Lobster Salad
Child Bibb, Endive Lettuce, Avocado, Jicama, Celery, Purple Potato, Tostones, Black Beans, Grape Tomatoes, Cilantro, Lime
We have been actually shocked by the quantity of lobster and avocado on prime of this, making it not fairly as gentle of an possibility as you may anticipate. It’s a very nice mixture of greens with the sunshine, but richly flavored Bibb lettuce, in complete creating presumably the most effective salad possibility on the complete ship.
Desserts
Churros Calientes
Sugar Spice Churros, Dulce de Leche
These have been a giant disappointment. They didn’t come out sizzling and the dulce de leche sauce was somewhat too thick and overpowered the supposed texture and taste of every chunk of churro. We all know they sound good, however they weren’t, so belief us and skip them.
Flourless Orange Almond Cake
Guava Gel, Lychee Yogurt Crème
The dish would most likely profit from somewhat extra of the yogurt creme because it’s a drier cake. The guava gel is good sufficient to offset most of it, however you’ll wish to distribute that white, candy creme as a lot as attainable if you happen to order this.
Atwater Fuji Apple Cheesecake
Candy Dough Shell, Caramelized Apples, Cinnamon Cheesecake, Rolled Oat Crumble
Right here comes the “Disney Taste Lab Particular”. Since Pandora opened in 2017, we will’t even depend the quantity of those “mousse wheel” desserts we’ve had at Walt Disney World and past. That being mentioned, that is really one of many higher entries. The apple crumble under is probably dry by itself, however when mixed with the moist cheesecake coated in caramel, it’s a memorable and scrumptious finish to a meal.
Hollywood Hills Scorching Chocolate Fudge Sundae
Vanilla Ice Cream, Fudge Brownie Bites, contemporary Whipped Cream, Glazed Cherry
Each restaurant within the eating rotation affords some kind of ice cream sundae, and this one feels probably the most in-theme and is probably the most satisfying. It’s simply vanilla ice cream, sizzling fudge, brownies and whipped cream, however generally that’s all you need after a very good meal. The brownie bits are smooth and moist and the recent fudge is correctly sizzling, making for a strong possibility. There’s one thing concerning the look and coloration of this dessert matched in opposition to the setting that simply feels proper, so if you wish to order one only for a cute image, we completely perceive.
Signature Dessert: Burbank Blueberry-Lemon Bavarian Cream
Ecuador Vanilla Bean, Lemon Rocks, Dried Raspberry Meringue
The cream ended prime being the first taste right here, with he blueberry and lemon being approach too masked in each chunk. Whereas the presentation is fairly, it’s simply not value ordering.
Coconut Tapioca Pudding (No Sugar Added)
Strawberry-lime Salsa, Matcha Crumble
For a no-sugar-added dessert, this was very fashionable at our desk. The bottom heft of the coconut pudding is filling, and that creaminess completely pairs with the strawberry and lime flavors above and the match crumble. I’d order this once more.
Cocktails
The Buena Vista Boulevardier – $12
Woodford Chocolate Rye, Campari, Lillet Rouge
The Boulevardier appears like the right cocktail to drink on this venue, possibly due to the large emblem chocolate piece on prime although. Woodford is our most well-liked rye as a rule, and the Lillet Rouge is a pleasant stand in for what is usually Campari.
The Riverside Outdated Original – $12
Outdated Forester 1920, Bourbon Barrel Maple
There are plenty of Outdated Original on this ship, and this isn’t one of many extra memorable past the candied bacon. I’d save your cash and take it to Hook’s Barbery or to The Rose (the place Jennifer and a crew of very skilled Disney Cruise Line bartenders could make you an off-menu one).
The Hyperion Highball – $10
Glenmorangie Nectar D’Or, Ginger Beer
The Glenmorangie Nectar D’Or, is usually described as follows:
“Lemonade, icing sugar, vanilla, nougat, and maple on the nostril. Progressively sweeter. Wealthy and seet on the palate, notably fruity, with spicy orange and brittle toffee. Medium size end, with milk chocolate-coated ginger and lingering toffee.”
That blended with ginger beer didn’t make for a cocktail we’d order once more, however these with a unique style in cocktails might disagree.
Lillet Expertise – $18
Lillet Blanc, Lillet Rosé, Lillet Rogue
Stroll again in time and uncover the basic flavors of the French aperitif, all paired to some thrilling bites.
This can be value ordering simply since you’ll most likely always remember it. It’s a pleasant approach for somebody to attempt these wines for the primary time, paired with enjoyable and simply recognizable snack pairings (M&M’s, nuts, and so forth). It’s an enthralling little expertise that’s well-priced, shareable, and needs to be loved at this venue. Right here’s somewhat extra data concerning the wines:
French aromatized aperitif wine made with a mix of Bordeaux grapes and fortified with a mix of citrus liqueurs. It’s a mix of 85% Bordeaux area wines (Semillon for the Blanc and for the Rosé, Merlot for the Rouge) and 15% macerated liqueurs, principally citrus liqueurs (peels of candy oranges from Spain and Morocco and peels of bitter inexperienced oranges from Haiti).
• Lillet Rouge (1962–current): A red-wine-based liqueur first steered by the American wine service provider and importer Michael Dreyfus, one of many first to import Lillet into the US
• Lillet Blanc (1986–current): A sweeter variant of the white-wine-based model with decreased quinine flavoring. It changed Kina Lillet.
• Lillet Rosé (2011–current): A rosé-wine-based liqueur.
Lillet is an aperitif wine, supposed to be served nicely chilled at 6–8 °C (43–46 °F). In France, Lillet is normally served on ice with a slice of orange, or a lemon or lime peel. In different international locations, particularly within the US and UK, it’s extra usually used as a cocktail ingredient.
General
1923 is a superbly pleasant restaurant on the Disney Want. Not providing a present is a pleasant change of tempo, and actually a essential diversion from the opposite venues, giving household and associates an opportunity to really sit at a meal and discuss to one another. At instances, the delicacies reminds us of Carthay Circle Restaurant and Hollywood Brown Derby, which is becoming given the inside echoes each at instances as nicely, however whenever you serving California delicacies of a sure high quality, you might be certain to be just like these theme park eating places. It most likely additionally attracts comparisons because it actually performs the identical background music loop because the Disney California Journey restaurant icon restaurant as nicely.
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