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REVIEW – Brunch at Raglan Road is the Pot of Gold at the End of the Rainbow

For your consideration, we present Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant’s brunch as one of the best values at Walt Disney World. When you consider that there are few character breakfast options available right now, and charge about $42 per person, and compare that to the live music that is offered at Raglan Road, with regular menu pricing, there is a great value here. Raglan Road is one of the most iconic places at Disney Springs, standing proud in The Landing section.

The brunch menu at Raglan Road is one the most indulgent of any menu at Walt Disney World. The dining experience starts with Stout Brown Bread served with Apple Butter; it’s hard to resist filling up on it. Our team ordered a nice assortment of sweet and savory items.



  • Pork Hash Tagged – Braised Pork Belly, Scallions and Potato Hash, Topped with Two Fried Eggs, $16.00
  • Rack of Heaven – Slow Roasted Guinness Glazed Full Rack of Baby Back Ribs, $28.00
  • Worth the Wait Beef Sandwich – 12 Hour Braised Beef, Sauteed Mushrooms, Crispy Onions, Garlic Aioli, Smoked Cheddar, On Ciabatta, $20.00
  • Pancakes Diaspora – Homemade Pancakes with Creme Fraiche, Maple Syrup and Mixed Berry Compote, $13.00
  • Kids’ Gold’N Chicken Meal – 2 Deep Fried Chicken Goujons (strips); Choice of Side, $9.00

The Pork Hash Tagged was the most brunchy item the team dined on; definitely a winner. The Rack of Heaven Ribs had a delicious Guinness glaze and the mashed potatoes were some of the best the team has ever had on Disney property. The pancakes were delightful and affordable, but there are more impressive items on the menu. The Worth the Wait Beef Sandwich was large enough for two people and had hearty, robust flavors. The kids chicken fingers were good, different than the standard Disney chicken fingers or nuggets; the fries were “the bomb” according to our junior field researcher.

Pork Hash Tagged – Raglan Road Brunch
Pancakes Diaspora at Raglan Road Brunch
Worth the Wait Beef Sandwich – Raglan Road Brunch

The delicious brunch fare combined with the bread to start, and an Irish beer or two, and our team was ready to snooze in the booth. Thankfully the lively music and entertainment kept them energized. The tables were spaced out compared to the old days. The staff is diligent about reminding guests not to get up without a mask. Spacing markers are present in the lobby and at the exit.

Raglan Road Dining Room
Raglan Road Dining Room

Our readers give Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant a 93% thumbs up and it is ranked number 11 out of 103 similar full service options at Walt Disney World. That puts it at the top tier, and it is not merely the luck of the Irish that earns Raglan Road such high marks. The food is delicious and high quality, and the atmosphere is hard to beat. Brunch is offered on Saturdays and Sundays, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. It’s hard to choose between brunch here and brunch at Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ – both offer some of the best meals on Disney property.

Have you had brunch at Raglan Road before? Where’s your favorite place to brunch at Disney?

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#DisneyMagicMoments: Special Delivery – Disney’s Animal Kingdom Offers First Look at Baby Rhino

Fresh off the hooves of the news that an endangered white male rhino calf was born earlier this week at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park, we are thrilled to share a sneak peek of the newborn.

Baby Rhino born at Disney's Animal Kingdom

The video below features endearing moments as mother Kendi bonds with her playful, yet-to-be-named baby. He is curious, loves his afternoon naps and has started sparring with his mom.

We hope you enjoy this look at the beauty of nature as much as we did. The young rhino will join the herd at Disney’s Animal Kingdom in the coming weeks.

Baby Rhino born at Disney's Animal Kingdom

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New York Updates Florida Travel Rules, Makes Travel More Accessible

The pocket of East Coast states, notably New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut have had severe quarantine restrictions in place since early summer.

Under the previous rule, anyone visiting a high-COVID state, such as Florida, and then returning to the New York tri-state area, would have to quarantine for a full two weeks upon their return. For New York area residents, this made travel to Walt Disney World wholly impractical, effectively prohibiting a timely return to work or school after a Disney trip.

Beginning on Wednesday, November 4, 2020, this policy has been overhauled. While New York and environs now continue to discourage travel to hotspots, there is now an alternative to the 14-day quarantine.

The new rules state that all travelers from non-neighboring states planning to stay in New York for more than 24 hours will now be required to quarantine for at least three days and then test negative for COVID-19 and present proof of a negative test before leaving quarantine.

People who choose not to obtain a COVID test will still be required to adhere to the 14-day quarantine.

For many New Yorkers, this will move holiday travel to Walt Disney World back into the realm of possibility.

Will this change in procedures change your winter travel plans? Let us know in the comments.

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Filed Under: Walt Disney World (FL), COVID-19

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REVIEW – Sunshine Seasons Is a Quick Service Dining Option that Shines Bright at EPCOT

EPCOT may be considered the foodies park, and for good reason, but sometimes you may just want something inspired by American cuisine rather than something international. Sunshine Seasons is currently the only quick service dining option inside Future World. The good news is the food is pretty great. The other good news is it offers convenient mobile ordering and an interesting setting.

Our team visited EPCOT this week and I was curious about the state of things at Sunshine Seasons. So with a suggestion from me and a Twitter poll to our followers, our team visited this quick service location. The menu at Sunshine Seasons is one of the largest of any quick service location on Disney property, though it is slightly reduced right now. The focus is primarily on American modern classic fare, but there are a few Latin and Greek influences too.

The Land Crusher Sandwich and Oak-grilled Salmon at Sunshine Seasons

Our Twitter followers selected two entrees for our team to (hopefully) enjoy:

  • Oak-grilled Salmon – Served with Cheese Grits and Andouille Corn Succotash, $12.99
  • The Land Crusher – Pulled Pork and Cheddar piled high on Texas Toast served with Chips, $10.99

Good job Twitter followers! Both entrees were enjoyed by our team. The Land Crusher won out. It is a robust sandwich that could feed two people, but is perfectly acceptable if consumed by one person. It is delicious. You might get a few curious looks when eating this large, messy sandwich, but it is worth it.

Oak-grilled Salmon at Sunshine Seasons

The Oak-grilled Salmon is a great option for those that prefer something healthful, but satisfying. Salmon at Walt Disney World does have a sad tendency to be overcooked, and such was the case with this dish. Still, the cheese grits and Andouille succotash (corn and lima beans, peppers, and Andouille sausage) were two really great sides that helped elevate the plate.

One of the helpful resources on our site and our Lines app is the listings for every Walt Disney World dining option. Thanks to our readers we are able to include ratings and rankings for every restaurant. Our readers giving Sunshine Seasons a 90% thumbs up rating, and rank it at number 27 out of 108 quick service options at Walt Disney World. This makes it one of the highest rated options and a great choice.

Pick-Up Windows at Sunshine Seasons
Sunshine Seasons Dining Area (photo is pre COVID-19)

Mobile ordering is available at this location, which is one of only two quick service locations at EPCOT with it available. Mobile ordering is really convenient especially when you place your order while in line for a ride, and then check-in to pick up you’re order when you’re done with the ride. Sunshine Seasons resembles a modern mall food court, but the dining area is in beneath the atrium of The Land pavilion with views of Living with the Land boat ride and Soarin’ creating an exciting atmosphere. There are four sections of seating, each with tables that resemble one of the four seasons (not the band, the actual seasons).

Have you ever dined at Sunshine Seasons? Where’s your favorite place to dine at EPCOT?

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Sights from a Late October Day at Magic Kingdom

Recently, our team was in the parks for some touring plan testing at Magic Kingdom. Here’s some of the sights they saw during their day.

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