California Grill Lounge
10 expert reviews
“The view from the surrounding Disney parks from this 15th-floor restaurant—the World's signature dining establishment since 1995—is as stunning as the food.”
– Fodor's
Concierge
"Disney's modern-cuisine showpiece, located on the 15th floor of the Contemporary, overlooks the Magic Kingdom and its Castle and serves elegant fare from an open kitchen."
Frommer's
"This stunning restaurant offers views of the Magic Kingdom and lagoon below while your eyes and mouth feast on an eclectic menu." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Coveted seats with great views of the Magic Kingdom fireworks." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This stylish restaurant, with good views and an open-plan kitchen, serves creative West Coast fare such as smoked salmon pizza, and pork and polenta."
Rough Guide
Star
"One of Disney’s best all-round restaurants, with a pricey menu dominated by fresh sushi... and some excellent main dishes like grilled pork tenderloin."
Travel + Leisure
"The premiere restaurant of Disney’s Contemporary Resort overlooks both the Magic Kingdom and the Seven Seas Lagoon, offering some of the best fireworks viewing in Orlando." Full review
Zagat
4.5
""Fit for foodies", this “upscale” Californian on the 15th floor of Disney’s Contemporary Resort renders "top-notch" seasonal fare (plus sushi) in a “sleek” setting with a “spectacular” view." Full review
Where
"Innovative sushi, pork tenderloin, lobster mashed potatoes and California wines. Time dessert for a view of the Magic Kingdom fireworks. Reservation only. D (nightly), Br (Su)." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"California Grill is a fine dining option that offers West Coast cuisine, focused on fresh, seasonal ingredients"
Orlando Travel Guide
July 6, 2021
+1 407-939-5277
Disney's Contemporary Resort, 4600 N World Dr, Orlando, FL 32830-8413