Disney4me Posted January 12 Report Share Posted January 12 Not all that glitters is gold, especially when it comes to expensive dining at Disney World. Hollywood Studios We have our list of favorite restaurants and we often revisit these places to see if the quality holds up. Disney World restaurants change all the time, and sometimes that means a dip in quality. Unfortunately, this might be the case at one such restaurant in Disney’s Hollywood Studios — and that’s extra disappointing given its price tag. Before we list some cons about this restaurant, we must preface this argument by saying the feelings aren’t quite universal. In fact, we’ve had our fair share of pleasant experiences here. In fact, we left with a positive impression during our most recent review. With that said, other guest reception is mixed at best and some members of the DFB team feel food quality isn’t living up to the price tag or standard this restaurant used to have. But enough beating around the bush — next time you visit Disney’s Hollywood Studios, you might want to consider skipping Hollywood & Vine Restaurant. Hollywood & Vine Hollywood & Vine offers a full Buffet for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner and is especially notable since it features the presence of Disney characters. Meet Playhouse Disney Characters such as Fancy Nancy, Vampirina, Doc McStuffins, and Roadster Goofy during the a la carte Disney Junior Play ‘n Dine Breakfast, or say “hi” to Mickey Minnie, Mickey, Goofy, and Pluto during the Minnie’s Seasonal Dine dinner party for Lunch and Dinner. These dining experiences change theming throughout the year to keep things fresh, but that doesn’t mean dining here is all sunshine and rainbows. Vampirina Some of our staff and readers feel like the buffet style has dragged down quality since it returned. Some readers don’t like the sanitary practices of a buffet, especially when you’re paying around $50-60+ per adult and $33-42+ per child based on the time of service. Cold bar On Yelp, the restaurant holds a humble 3.3 stars with nearly 400 reviews. On the review website, some guests wrote that the food is average at best and overpriced. Disney Junior Play ‘n Dine With that said, the majority of folks feel the character portion of this character dining experience is a standout. If meeting characters has a higher priority than great food for you and your family, Hollywood & Vine does an excellent job delivering. However, if you’re basing things on the price of food alone, there are better options. Inside the dining room If you’re ready to drop a pretty penny for a quality dining experience, Hollywood Brown Derby is the way to go at Hollywood Studios. Hollywood Brown Derby is seriously underrated This is one of our favorite restaurants and Disney World and it consistently meets expectations. This Signature Restaurant is a replica of the famous Hollywood landmark restaurant, but we’re not kidding when we say the food and service might be just as good. Hollywood Brown Derby The menu offerings are higher in price than the average theme park food by a considerable amount, but the quality is also significantly better. Serving Lunch and Dinner, Hollywood Brown Derby offers contemporary American cuisine such as Faroe Island salmon, char-grilled filet of beef, and their famous Cobb salad that follows the recipe created by Bob Cobb, owner of the California Brown Derby. Cobb Salad at the Hollywood Brown Derby You’ll also find plenty of enticing cocktails and delicious cakes, such as the Grapefruit Cake. Pretty AND popular! As for the atmosphere, the walls boast caricatures of famous faces and an overall upscale theming that calls back to the Golden Age of Hollywood. Hollywood Brown Derby Hollywood Brown Derby can be in demand, so advanced dining reservations are highly recommended. Feel free to stop by the connected Hollywood Brown Derby Lounge, which is located outside and welcomes walk-up guests. The Hollywood Brown Derby What are your opinions of these two Hollywood Studios restaurants? Let us know in the comments below and continue to follow us here at the Disney Food Blog for more Disney World updates, tips, reviews, and more! HUGE Price Changes Revealed For Disney Springs Restaurant Need Disney Restaurant Advice? We’ve Got EVERYTHING You Need to Know The ONLY Disney Dining Planning Tool You’ll Need Is Here – Get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! 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