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American restaurant in Lake Buena Vista, Florida
What should I order at The Crystal Palace?
What to order
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Shrimp And Grits
Mentioned multiple times as delicious, well seasoned, and something that “hit the spot,” making it one of the most praised savory dishes in the reviews.
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Salmon
Repeatedly called really good, fresh, and enjoyable at both lunch and dinner, with several reviewers specifically highlighting it as a standout buffet item.
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Cinnamon Sugar Waffles
Described as the best part of the meal and so good that one reviewer said they could have eaten a thousand, showing strong enthusiasm for this breakfast item.
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Mickey Sprinkle Cookies
Called a family favorite among the desserts, making it the most specifically praised sweet item in the reviews.
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Mac And Cheese
Noted as a big hit with a child, suggesting it is a popular kid-friendly option that stood out during the meal.
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Prime Rib
Included in the buffet spread and praised as part of an excellent dinner selection, contributing to the strong value and satisfaction of the meal.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 8 to 10:45 AM, 11 AM to 9 PM |
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| Tuesday | 8 to 10:45 AM, 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 to 10:45 AM, 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Thursday | 8 to 10:45 AM, 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Friday | 8 to 10:45 AM, 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Saturday | 8 to 10:45 AM, 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Sunday | 8 to 10:45 AM, 11 AM to 9 PM |
About The Crystal Palace
Winnie the Pooh & friends greet guests at this bright, Victorian-style setting with a glass atrium.
Amenities
Service options
- Onsite services
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great dessert
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- All you can eat
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Late-night food
- Organic dishes
- Salad bar
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is The Crystal Palace known for?
It is best known for Winnie the Pooh character dining with a buffet in Magic Kingdom, where guests can meet Pooh, Tigger, Piglet, and Eeyore at the tables. Reviews repeatedly mention that the character interactions are the main draw, along with a large buffet and cute desserts like Mickey sprinkle cookies.
What dishes are most recommended at The Crystal Palace?
Reviewers specifically call out the cinnamon sugar waffles, shrimp and grits, salmon, mac and cheese, smoked salmon, and Mickey sprinkle cookies. Other buffet favorites mentioned include potatoes, rice, pork, peel and eat shrimp, and the salad bar, with several guests saying the food is fresh and well seasoned.
What is the atmosphere like at The Crystal Palace?
The restaurant has a casual, family-friendly feel in a bright Victorian-style space with a glass atrium. It suits groups and families especially well because the characters stop at each table, and several reviews note that solo diners can also enjoy the buffet and the experience.
Is The Crystal Palace good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is $50 to $80, and reviews describe it as pricey but worth it for the character dining experience and the buffet. Guests who value the meet-and-greets, table visits, and dessert selection tend to feel the cost is justified.
When is the best time to visit The Crystal Palace?
Breakfast and early reservations are often recommended, with one reviewer noting an 8:10 a.m. visit that helped them get in early and another saying a late lunch at 2:45 p.m. was less busy. Reviews also mention quick seating in some cases, but the restaurant is still listed as usually having a wait, so reservations help.
Is parking available at The Crystal Palace?
Yes. Paid parking lot, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does The Crystal Palace have vegetarian options?
Yes, The Crystal Palace offers vegan options.
Is The Crystal Palace kid-friendly?
Yes, The Crystal Palace is good for kids.
