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Perhaps we’ve just been lucky with Blue Bayou in the past. As a result, Blue Bayou had a louder and more disorderly vibe than we’ve ever encountered here. The real issue was that there was minimal spacing between the tables and people were packed into the restaurant. We were seated on the exact opposite side of Blue Bayou, about as close to the entrance as you can get. Watching the Pirates of the Caribbean boats float by is blissful and pure Disneyland magic. With that said, we would strongly recommend that you make such a request.Ĭast Members will indicate that they can’t guarantee you’ll be accommodated and quote a longer wait time (usually 30-60 minutes, with an actual wait that’s typically less), but it’s well worth it. But between the crowd and the fact that we’ve dined at Blue Bayou many times, we opted against it. Normally, we would request a waterfront table. If other recent visits to Disneyland are any indication, this is the norm now. Upon checking in, we encountered a colossal crowd inside the restaurant lobby and spilling out into New Orleans Square. Oddly enough, this lunch at Blue Bayou flipped the script on our past experiences at Disneyland’s most prolific restaurant. In the last decade-plus, we’ve dined at Blue Bayou once every few years and have always savored the setting…but seldom the food. However, we’ve always offered the caveat that Blue Bayou is expensive, and you’re paying a premium for the setting and ambiance that isn’t reflected in the cuisine. Blue Bayou is an original, and pinnacle of Imagineering. This is especially true for Disney fans even though Walt Disney World has a couple of comparable restaurants in or adjacent to attractions, they’re not the same. To that point, our longtime recommendation for first-timers to Disneyland has been to book reservations for Blue Bayou because it’s an exemplar of themed design and offers exceptional atmosphere. In our view, this actually makes sense–it’s entirely reasonable to want to dine at Blue Bayou for the experience first, and meal second. As a result, the food often takes a backseat to the vibes of the restaurant. The proximity to Pirates of the Caribbean and the ambiance that flows from the ride to the restaurant are the big draws for Blue Bayou. Even those who have never been to the parks know that there is a restaurant in Pirates of the Caribbean, and want to eat there. Located inside Pirates of the Caribbean is one of Disney’s most iconic restaurants anywhere in the world, a bucket list dining spot that first-timers and fans alike flock –and for good reason! This review features food photos & recommendations, a look inside the iconic eatery, info about atmosphere & ambiance, and our analysis of cuisine quality and value for money.ĭue to its location inside Pirates of the Caribbean with boats of guests on the attraction floating past the waterfront restaurant, Blue Bayou Restaurant has become a quintessential Disney experience.