Q:HI Foodie looking at meal deals at MK, IOA and US is it worth it and just how eatable is the food. We have breakfast organised at part of the accommodation booking and have a party of 4 ( Two adults and two girls one aged 16 and one 10 ) also we have jam packed the holiday with things to do so need to keep costs down

Anonymous

Hello!

In my opinion, the meal deals at Universal Studios an Walt Disney World are not a great value. The meal deal dining offerings at IOA and USF are very limited and do not include many of the best restaurants in the parks. At Disney, the meal plan is flexible and can be designed to meet your needs, but very few people actually save money using it because of all of the limitations tied to the plan.

To keep costs low, have a large breakfast before going into the parks and eat a late lunch/early dinner in the parks. You will still have the opportunity to enjoy the dining options in the parks, but won’t break the bank!

FULL MENU: SeaWorld’s Expedition Cafe

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Photo by Joe Burbank of the Orlando Sentinel

SeaWorld’s new realm Antarctica officially opens on May 24th, and the expansion (the largest in the theme park’s history) features a new dining location. Expedition Cafe is a quick-service dining location that is designed to resemble a research outpost in Antarctica. The menu was crafted to reflect the types of food that would be served at research locations depending upon the nationalities of researchers located there. Pretty cool touch, huh? Italian, American and Asian fare are available at Expedition Cafe. The menu’s set up and pricing leads us to believe that this dining location will be included on the All Day Dining Deal, but it may not be initially included due to high interest in the Antarctica expansion. The full menu is below!

Ristorante Italiano

Entrees
Emperor’s Spaghetti & Meatball Platter: $11.99
Italian Rope Sausage Sandwich: $8.99
Garden Lasagna: $9.99

Cafe Side Selections
Breadsticks (3): $3.99
Parmesan French Fries: $2.99

Shamu Kid’s Meal (9 and under): $5.99
Choose One Entree: Spaghetti & Meatball or Garden Lasagna
Choose One Side: Breadstick or Parmesan Cheese Fries
Choose One Beverage: Milk (White, Chocolate or Strawberry), 100% Apple Juice or Kid Size Soft Drink

Grab & Go
Sub Zero Italian  Hero: $8.99
Chicken Caesar Salad: $8.99

Stateside Chicken

Entree
South of the Equator Fried/Baked Chicken Platter: $9.99 - $11.49
Deep Southern Fried or Savory Baked Chicken served with your choice of Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Macaroni and Cheese or French Fries and a Homemade Biscuit. Extra charge for all white meat.
2 pc. $9.99 / 3 pc. $11.49

Cafe Side Selections
Mashed Potatoes and Gravy: $2.99
Macaroni and Cheese: $2.99
French Fries: $2.99
Corn on the Cob: $3.29
Homemade Biscuit: $.99

Shamu Kid’s Meal (9 and under): $5.99
Choose One Entree: Home Dog / Fried or Baked Chicken Wing or Leg
Choose One Side: Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Macaroni and Cheese, French Fries or a Biscuit
Choose One Beverage: Milk (White, Chocolate or Strawberry), 100% Apple Juice or Kid Size Soft Drink

Grab & Go
Iceburg Wedge Chef Salad: $8.79
Turkey Club Croissant: $8.99

Asian Grill

Entrees
South Pole Pepper Steak: $10.99
Teriyaki Chicken: $9.99
Orange Chicken: $9.99
Shrimp Lo Mein: $8.99

Cafe Side Selections
Fried Rice: $3.99
Lo Mein: $3.99
Egg Roll: $2.49

Shamu Kid’s Meal (9 and under): $5.99
Choose One Entree: Orange Chicken, Teriyaki Chicken or Pepper Steak
Choose One Side: Jasmine Rice, Fried Rice or Lo Mein
Choose One Beverage: Milk (White, Chocolate or Strawberry), 100% Apple Juice or Kid Size Soft Drink

Grab & Go
Asian Freshie Salad: $3.69

Excited about the menu offerings at Expedition Cafe? Disappointed? Send us a tweet at @themeparkfoodie to share you thoughts!

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