Illuminations Dining Package at Rose and Crown

[PPFlight75]

YAY!!!! just booked for March 10.
I don't think i would have booked this if Illuminations wasn't being cancelled

Me either
I already told my husband not to look at me during Illuminations bc I'll be crying even worse than normal

 

[PPFlight75]

Agreed

I havent seen the whole thing in years. I just didn't want to deal with getting back to the resort. Since I will be at BC this trip its the perfect time AND way to do it.

Sitting with drinks enjoying the night will be nice.

Can't beat that walk back to BC! Sounds great!!

 

[Liz Z]

Me either
I already told my husband not to look at me during Illuminations bc I'll be crying even worse than normal

I'm right there with you. I'm just an old sap. But I love Illuminations!! But then again i always cry at Wishes I was heartbroken when that left.

Liz

 

[BK2014]

Am I reading the cancellation policy correctly, that it can be cancelled at least 48 before the event with a full refund?

 

[Karebear]

The price is really not bad at all. If one was going as cheap as possible just for the seating, yes, this is a significant price increase. Then again, that may well be why they started this- not saying everyone does, but I’m sure a great many were just getting as little as possible and taking seats away from full diners. I’m thrilled with this.

I think the price is high if you have older kids. Last time we ate at R&C, we lucked out with a patio table and a great view of Illuminations. We had a 7:45 reservation. Hubby and I each had a starter, an entree and 1 alcoholic drink each. Kids were 10 and 11 at the time and ordered off the kids menu. Our bill was probably in the $100 range (not including tip). DD (13) would still probably want to order off the kids menu or split something. I am sad because I enjoyed booking a table there and hoping for a patio one, but I can’t see paying those prices unless maybe it was just hubby and me.

 

[tnolan]

Am I reading the cancellation policy correctly, that it can be cancelled at least 48 before the event with a full refund?

That's what I read.

 

[MrVargas]

I just booked this for Friday July 12. I now have reserved seating at each of the 4 night-time shows (fireworks dessert party at the Magic Kingdom, Hollywood & Vine Fantasmic package at Hollywood Studios, Rivers of Light Tusker House package at Animal kingdom).

 

[cakebaker]

I think the price is high if you have older kids. Last time we ate at R&C, we lucked out with a patio table and a great view of Illuminations. We had a 7:45 reservation. Hubby and I each had a starter, an entree and 1 alcoholic drink each. Kids were 10 and 11 at the time and ordered off the kids menu. Our bill was probably in the $100 range (not including tip). DD (13) would still probably want to order off the kids menu or split something. I am sad because I enjoyed booking a table there and hoping for a patio one, but I can’t see paying those prices unless maybe it was just hubby and me.

No doubt the package can cost more than one would normally spend, but I don’t like taking chances and hoping I get what I want when I’m there. It doesn’t work for everyone, but for me, what amounts to a $30-$40 surcharge is worth it for the guarantee of having a nice meal and a seated view of the show. I paid this much for less than stellar desserts at a tiny table shared with strangers.

 

[Clarydette Vileta-Topacio]

Just got June 21, I forgot this morning to go on and book it, all day ot was not available, just tried again and BINGO! Excited to hear the review.

Good for you! lucky

 

[Shellyb84]

I tried multiple times today to book on July 4. By the time I got home from work, I saw it had opened and of course no availability.

Oh no I'm sorry! July 4th went FAST. Hopefully you can get the dessert party!

 

[saskdw]

No doubt the package can cost more than one would normally spend, but I don’t like taking chances and hoping I get what I want when I’m there. It doesn’t work for everyone, but for me, what amounts to a $30-$40 surcharge is worth it for the guarantee of having a nice meal and a seated view of the show. I paid this much for less than stellar desserts at a tiny table shared with strangers.

I agree. It's a pretty fair price for a guaranteed patio seat IMO.

I've always managed to be able to sweet talk us into a patio seat, but it's stressful walking up to the podium knowing the whole family will be disappointed if we don't get one. I've always been willing to pay for a patio seat at R & C if it was an option.

 

[Dmwc484]

http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2019/...kage-at-epcots-rose-crown-pub-and-dining-room

Looks like there was a preview last night.

 

[bobbiwoz]

Oh no I'm sorry! July 4th went FAST. Hopefully you can get the dessert party!

Yes, I wason within a half hour, and it was already gone for 2.

 

[smile145]

http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2019/...kage-at-epcots-rose-crown-pub-and-dining-room

Looks like there was a preview last night.

Looks great! I like the drink menu.

 

[Cramden]

They seemed to have capped the drinks at $10 per so I'll definitely need 3 during dinner now. Vacationing is hard work.

 

[PrincessArlena'sDad]

It said the package was limited to about 40 people, and does not utilize the entire patio, leaving part of the patio and the standing viewing area for regular patrons.

I’m trying to remember the layout of the patio.

If memory serves, there is a lower patio, an upper patio facing the lagoon, and the side patio.

Would 40 fit on the owner patio, or would 40 include the upper level facing the lagoon? Pretty sure the side patio is for regular diners.

 

[apdebord]

We checked in at 7:30 and were seated around 7:50. We’re taking up the entire bottom level, about 15 tables. The top level is still regular diners. Drinks were served by 8:15. Ordered the cocktail with the boba on the side; it’s good, but a little sweet for me. Let me know if you have any questions while I’m here!

 

[Jennygt]

We checked in at 7:30 and were seated around 7:50. We’re taking up the entire bottom level, about 15 tables. The top level is still regular diners. Drinks were served by 8:15. Ordered the cocktail with the boba on the side; it’s good, but a little sweet for me. Let me know if you have any questions while I’m here!View attachment 376423 View attachment 376424
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How is the seating arranged? Enjoy and thanks for sharing!

 

[apdebord]

How is the seating arranged? Enjoy and thanks for sharing!

It’s the regular tables along the water and then a handful along the wall, but they are windowed in between each other. Nothing different than the normal table setup. It’s just like if we had an ADR.

 

[CogsworthTN]

It’s the regular tables along the water and then a handful along the wall, but they are windowed in between each other. Nothing different than the normal table setup. It’s just like if we had an ADR.

Thanks for the review. I cannot wait to experience this. Were you able to see the overhead fireworks? We are going July 4th and I want my Dad to see the July 4th finale. I’m concerned with the umbrellas blocking the view.