So glad your reviews are back to normal! I watch all content you put out on all your channels. I much prefer when y’all have a team to sit down and talk about the food compared to just one person.Great review and thanks for the all the entertainment you have provided me the last 6 years, since I found y’all.
Thank you for your straight forward reviews. You have a full spectrum of descriptors at your command - from high praise to damnation to outer darkness. Thank you for your honesty about all things Disney.
Thank you Pete, Panda and Jodie! My family over the last 8 years have stayed at Riverside 5 times and we always skipped Boatwrights. NO Longer!!! Thank you so much !!!!
Thank you so much for this review. We are coming in March and this is on our eating list but weren’t sure because the last time we were there we had a bad experience. Thank you so much for your honesty and straightforward review. PS: love your team. Thumbs up from Little Rock
Hubby and I visited back in May for my birthday and had a fun visit with YeeHa Bob. The restaurant has decent food, it feels very open at least where we sat almost too open because of all the people moving down that hallway. Your audio is the check to my point. If you need a Disney night out, go to Boatwright's just before 6. Walk all around the resort see the southern sights and then go get your table at river roost and have a ball! The snacks and the cocktails are as fun as YeeHa Bob's entertainment!
I’m glad it’s back. Someone recommended it to me when I took my kids to WDW 20 years ago. It was to try the pumpkin pecan pancakes with the honey butter. We all loved eating there, everything was really good. I want that cheesecake now.
Difference with land base and sea based French Onion soup is simple. THE STOCK. I make stock a lot. Sea base/or hotel/food court/ or camping. It's canned stock. At a good restaurant that's being conscious about ingredients, they'll make their own 'bone stock' from trimming bits of steaks, using the end bones they cut down from big slab of ribs, basically save it all in a 'bone bag' (including veggie trimming, onion skins, carrot bit that didn't make the grade, onions and herb) simmer that SLOWLY overnight. Skim and defat. On a cruise they don't have that luxury. While I hate to mention the 'secret' It's MSG in the home made broth. Try it with a can of beef broth. And take a spoon, taste it, and sprinkle on ACCENT flavor enhancer...and the flavors just pop. Just a bit...don't go wild.
I went on my first trip to WDW this September, and we were staying at Riverside. I remember a very long time ago when it was said that it was not a good restaurant, but we ate there and I have to say it was one of the best meals I have had in a long time. The food was so good. If I could have, I would have eaten all night. All the meats were so tender and so flavorful, the mac and cheese was one of the better mac and cheeses I've had, and even the vegetables were great. This is coming from someone who loves barbecue. I think Boatwrights is pretty high up. And then, after dinner you have to go into the River Roost bar and watch Yehaa Bob. I will definitely be making it a point to return to this restaurant on my next trip to Walt Disney World, and really Port Orleans Riverside as a whole. They really knocked it out of the park. Also, I believe your server, Justin, is a friend of one of the friends I was with on my trip. He's a great guy, very eager to please, and I look forward to seeing him again
Great review! We went based on your last review it seemed to be in cost cutting mode. What your review presents aside from the chicken tenders on the platter is a turn around. I will have to visit it again and re-review in a couple of months to see if that consistency is still there.😊
The Mash Potatoes being served without gravy or butter is complying with Vegan, Picky Eater, etc...It simplifies the menu and kitchen hassle with a quick Vegetarian option. Be aware and ask for a side condiment of butter, or meat gravy.
Glad to hear the soup is good. Regarding French Onion Soup on DCL. I cook often. I also have to improvise at times. The unpleasant (dishwater) flavor that you describe with French onion soup may be from using certain brands of processed cheese to dress the soup instead of aged cheese or processed cheese of another brand.
@@hairdresser1300 we got the boudin balls, shrimp and grits, crispy Cajun chicken, and the mocktail I got was a grapefruit spritzer type drink I don’t remember the name but it wasn’t very good it tasted like watered down koolaid the cornbread and honey butter were also good
Panda, true Louisiana red beans & rice shouldn’t be dry. I’ve never seen a serving of red beans and rice that’s ever looked like what was on your plate. If that was served here in Louisiana, the restaurant would go out of business. Red beans and rice and supposed to be thick, creamy and flavorful and take time to make right.
I've been watching the DIS since 2013, and I've said this before: If Pete Werner Loves Boatwright's dining hall, then I have somehow stumbled into an alternate universe. No doubt about it. It's funny though, because Pete still hates Tony's Town Square. Ha ha. I guess Tony's is horrible no matter what universe you're in.
In defense of the cruise line they are making their soup in 150 gallon steam heated cooking vessels for thousands of people. But no soup should taste like dish water or a salt lick.
Ugh - I ate there on my last trip based on your excellent review - ewww. The Mac and cheese was ice cold and the potatoes needed so much salt. The brisket was fine, the ribs were so cold, the sauce was a little spicy. The corn was like the frozen ears you get from Publix freezer section. Now I gotta go back and try again!
I guess they don’t like to be recorded eating. So strange to do an in-restaurant review without any video actually trying the food and seeing the reactions.
Southern style cornbread isn't supposed to be sweet. Definitely important to say that cornbread is sweet or savory. I generally ask for sauces on the side. FYI, Louisiana style food does NOT have to be hot/spicy. Flavorful - yes indeed. If you go to New Orleans, the food is NOT designed to set your mouth on fire. My father-in-law used to salt everything too. When you say "sweet butter" are you meaning it has sugar in it? Kids' chicken tenders - hilarious. Creme Brulee has no business getting chocolate put in it. I've never heard of southern cheesecake - really cute that Panda said it was like NY cheesecake - that's totally southern. I would have thought a New Orleans style place would have offered a bread pudding - maybe they should ditch that creme brulee thing and make a bread pudding.
Crème Brûlée is French which I do associate with New Orleans, but I have no objection adding bread pudding as a fourth dessert. By the way, I have a list of odd pairings that are delicious together, and corn bread and vanilla ice cream is one of them. (Mashed Potatoes and Grits are another pair, as are Munchos and Egg Salad).
I was there in August. Worst Disney dinner I've ever had. Staff was nice and helpful with the kids allergies. But, overall I would skip it and try somewhere else.
@@microtasker Agreed. You are right re the $35 for the 'all you care to eat', that isn't too bad for WDW. The issue I have is for a family of 4 then these prices are really topping out. Happy Fridays!
So glad your reviews are back to normal! I watch all content you put out on all your channels. I much prefer when y’all have a team to sit down and talk about the food compared to just one person.Great review and thanks for the all the entertainment you have provided me the last 6 years, since I found y’all.
Thank you for your straight forward reviews. You have a full spectrum of descriptors at your command - from high praise to damnation to outer darkness. Thank you for your honesty about all things Disney.
Thank you Pete, Panda and Jodie!
My family over the last 8 years have stayed at Riverside 5 times and we always skipped Boatwrights.
NO Longer!!!
Thank you so much !!!!
I appreciate a regular perspective dining review- I don’t need a critics review! Really enjoyed it. Thanks
Enjoyed this review Pete, Panda & Jody! Panda's shirts in every review are amazing. Gotta add Boatwright's to my list!
Thank you so much for this review. We are coming in March and this is on our eating list but weren’t sure because the last time we were there we had a bad experience. Thank you so much for your honesty and straightforward review. PS: love your team. Thumbs up from Little Rock
Thanks for sharing!! So glad to have a new review of it.
Hubby and I visited back in May for my birthday and had a fun visit with YeeHa Bob. The restaurant has decent food, it feels very open at least where we sat almost too open because of all the people moving down that hallway. Your audio is the check to my point. If you need a Disney night out, go to Boatwright's just before 6. Walk all around the resort see the southern sights and then go get your table at river roost and have a ball! The snacks and the cocktails are as fun as YeeHa Bob's entertainment!
Love this straight forward honest review for Boatwrights Dining Hall.😊
My husband and I have eaten there twice this year and we love it. Glad you enjoyed it too. May have to eat there again on our next trip.
I gotta get there now! Thanks everyone! As much as I miss Fiasco, Panda rocks!
I’m glad it’s back. Someone recommended it to me when I took my kids to WDW 20 years ago. It was to try the pumpkin pecan pancakes with the honey butter. We all loved eating there, everything was really good. I want that cheesecake now.
Difference with land base and sea based French Onion soup is simple. THE STOCK.
I make stock a lot. Sea base/or hotel/food court/ or camping. It's canned stock.
At a good restaurant that's being conscious about ingredients, they'll make their own 'bone stock' from trimming bits of steaks, using the end bones they cut down from big slab of ribs, basically save it all in a 'bone bag' (including veggie trimming, onion skins, carrot bit that didn't make the grade, onions and herb) simmer that SLOWLY overnight. Skim and defat. On a cruise they don't have that luxury. While I hate to mention the 'secret' It's MSG in the home made broth. Try it with a can of beef broth. And take a spoon, taste it, and sprinkle on ACCENT flavor enhancer...and the flavors just pop. Just a bit...don't go wild.
I love Pete's positive reviews! Duly noted and added to the agenda for next visit.
I went on my first trip to WDW this September, and we were staying at Riverside. I remember a very long time ago when it was said that it was not a good restaurant, but we ate there and I have to say it was one of the best meals I have had in a long time. The food was so good. If I could have, I would have eaten all night. All the meats were so tender and so flavorful, the mac and cheese was one of the better mac and cheeses I've had, and even the vegetables were great. This is coming from someone who loves barbecue. I think Boatwrights is pretty high up. And then, after dinner you have to go into the River Roost bar and watch Yehaa Bob. I will definitely be making it a point to return to this restaurant on my next trip to Walt Disney World, and really Port Orleans Riverside as a whole. They really knocked it out of the park.
Also, I believe your server, Justin, is a friend of one of the friends I was with on my trip. He's a great guy, very eager to please, and I look forward to seeing him again
Boatwright's now one of the best? Nature is healing
Great review! We went based on your last review it seemed to be in cost cutting mode. What your review presents aside from the chicken tenders on the platter is a turn around. I will have to visit it again and re-review in a couple of months to see if that consistency is still there.😊
French Dishwater Haha watched your Trinton's review!
Fantastic review. I went in May to Boatwrights by myself. Need to find some friends and return on my next visit.
So glad to hear Boatwrights has been trying to ‘right the ship’. Jodie is adorable. Great review.
Our friends came down last week and had dinner here. They all had the platter and said it was very good.
“I was not satisfied with one fritta.”
That’s going to be my new standard comment for wanting more of anything.
Everything looks delicious! Thanks for the great review! Can't wait to eat there
The Toothsome Chocolate Emporium at Universal's City Walk has THE BEST French Onion Soup hands down!
That A Y C 2 E wasn't on the menu at the time with my visit. Those generally terrify me because I will enjoy all that's there but is it good.
Wow, now I need to go here! I will plan to make a visit here next time!
I never thought id see the day Pete recommends boatwrights lol
I love your dining reviews
The Mash Potatoes being served without gravy or butter is complying with Vegan, Picky Eater, etc...It simplifies the menu and kitchen hassle with a quick Vegetarian option. Be aware and ask for a side condiment of butter, or meat gravy.
Glad to hear the soup is good. Regarding French Onion Soup on DCL. I cook often. I also have to improvise at times. The unpleasant (dishwater) flavor that you describe with French onion soup may be from using certain brands of processed cheese to dress the soup instead of aged cheese or processed cheese of another brand.
I'm glad the food is good can't waite to eat there we stay here every time we stay in this resort
Boatwright’s is a must do place for us each trip.
John's shirt is awesome
We like Shulas the best by far for french onion soup.
Was able to try this place out last week and we loved it! The only thing was one of the mocktails was not very good but all the food was good!
What did you order?
@@hairdresser1300 we got the boudin balls, shrimp and grits, crispy Cajun chicken, and the mocktail I got was a grapefruit spritzer type drink I don’t remember the name but it wasn’t very good it tasted like watered down koolaid the cornbread and honey butter were also good
❤️ a good French Onion Soup❤️👍
Cinderella 🤣. 🧡🧡🧡
"Once I tried it with butter, everything changed!"
I saw your Trident review 😂 glad your French Onion experiences was better.
Now I'm hungry and wanting to go to Boatwrights.
sweet
Panda, true Louisiana red beans & rice shouldn’t be dry. I’ve never seen a serving of red beans and rice that’s ever looked like what was on your plate. If that was served here in Louisiana, the restaurant would go out of business. Red beans and rice and supposed to be thick, creamy and flavorful and take time to make right.
Butter makes everything better. I use vegetables as an excuse to eat butter.
Land O Lakes makes this new honey butter that is to die for! (They also make a cinnamon butter that I pass on after trying, too gritty).
Same!
I've been watching the DIS since 2013, and I've said this before: If Pete Werner Loves Boatwright's dining hall, then I have somehow stumbled into an alternate universe. No doubt about it. It's funny though, because Pete still hates Tony's Town Square. Ha ha. I guess Tony's is horrible no matter what universe you're in.
jodi is so pretty
In defense of the cruise line they are making their soup in 150 gallon steam heated cooking vessels for thousands of people. But no soup should taste like dish water or a salt lick.
Ugh - I ate there on my last trip based on your excellent review - ewww. The Mac and cheese was ice cold and the potatoes needed so much salt. The brisket was fine, the ribs were so cold, the sauce was a little spicy. The corn was like the frozen ears you get from Publix freezer section. Now I gotta go back and try again!
Don’t be afraid to let them know. Never an excuse for serving cold food (unless you are eating at Ankershus in Norway Pavilion)
Who is the string bean Al Dontay? LOL
I guess they don’t like to be recorded eating. So strange to do an in-restaurant review without any video actually trying the food and seeing the reactions.
Southern style cornbread isn't supposed to be sweet. Definitely important to say that cornbread is sweet or savory. I generally ask for sauces on the side. FYI, Louisiana style food does NOT have to be hot/spicy. Flavorful - yes indeed. If you go to New Orleans, the food is NOT designed to set your mouth on fire. My father-in-law used to salt everything too. When you say "sweet butter" are you meaning it has sugar in it? Kids' chicken tenders - hilarious. Creme Brulee has no business getting chocolate put in it. I've never heard of southern cheesecake - really cute that Panda said it was like NY cheesecake - that's totally southern. I would have thought a New Orleans style place would have offered a bread pudding - maybe they should ditch that creme brulee thing and make a bread pudding.
Crème Brûlée is French which I do associate with New Orleans, but I have no objection adding bread pudding as a fourth dessert. By the way, I have a list of odd pairings that are delicious together, and corn bread and vanilla ice cream is one of them. (Mashed Potatoes and Grits are another pair, as are Munchos and Egg Salad).
Been three times including right after your last review. Thumbs down. First time was pretty good. Last two terrible. I guess it’s a hit and miss.
I was there in August. Worst Disney dinner I've ever had. Staff was nice and helpful with the kids allergies. But, overall I would skip it and try somewhere else.
Delicious but massively over priced.
$35 for all you can eat brisket is a steal. I mean for me it would be, maybe if you eat like a mosquito perhaps just go straight to the pie.
@@microtasker $12 for 3 little clusters of fried cheese. No wonder Pete had to reorder.
@@Richard-fv7rq Yeah i'm thinking i'll have a go at making those some weekend. For the same $12 I can make a pound of those.
@@microtasker Agreed. You are right re the $35 for the 'all you care to eat', that isn't too bad for WDW. The issue I have is for a family of 4 then these prices are really topping out. Happy Fridays!
Whats up with his nails? Plus he wears way too much jewlery
It's what he likes to wear, I hope that clears it up!
I agree. It's disgusting and weird
The jewelry is fine. But painted nails on a man? Straight or gay, it’s just weird.
@@itsTheGshow it really is
Yay! It’s Pete, Panda, and Jodi! 🥰 Great review. Do more of these type of reviews, Pete. I personally prefer berry cobbler a la mode! 🍨🥧🫐 🍒 🍓