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  Home > Walt Disney World > Dining > Restaurant Reviews > Le Cellier Steakhouse - Dinner  
     
 

Le Cellier Steakhouse
Located in Epcot - Canada Pavilion
Dinner

We were surprised on how cold it was as we stepped out of our hotel onto Disney’s Boardwalk. This was the second day of our annual working vacation at Walt Disney World and it was the first time we had come up for air since our early morning trip to the Boardwalk Bakery. Some time between that first cup of coffee and the early evening the temperature had dropped down into the forties, which for Orlando is cold even during February.

As we walked the short distance to Epcot the cold weather seemed to fit nicely into our plans for dinner that night. We were headed to Le Cellier located in the Canadian Pavilion of The World Showcase in Epcot.

After passing through the International Gate, which serves a secondary entrance to Epcot we quickly came upon the impressive stone Chateau-styled structure that is the Canadian Pavilion. Along side the pavilion is a cobble stone path that winds it’s way through Victoria Gardens. This beautiful garden is designed with the intent to give guests a taste of the famous Butchart Gardens of British Columbia. Following the path it led us down to the entrance of this subterranean restaurant.

Le Cellier during its previous incarnation as a cafeteria-styled restaurant had for many years suffered the reputation as the worst eatery in Epcot. It was here that those who were unable get a table at one of the other Epcot restaurants would often be banished. That is why I was more than a little surprised when a cast member had recommended it so highly to us. He even went so far as to boast that they served up the best steak on Walt Disney World property. I did not want to challenge him or even worst yet laugh out loud, but this was indeed a bold declaration. Tonight we would see for ourselves if he were right.

The dining room is windowless so there was no view of World Showcase Lagoon or any other part of Epcot for that matter. This fact might actually fall into the plus column, especially if after touring Epcot all day you find yourself suffering from a mild case of sensory overload. Two things struck me as being reminiscent of some of the other Epcot restaurants I have dined at. One, because of how close the tables are arranged to each other I felt as though I was expected to share the dining experience with the family from New York that was seated next to me. Secondly, although the conscripted natives from the host country that make up part of the wait staff certainly offer a unique flavor to the dining experience and add an insight to the culture of their native land. They are however often young and not necessarily as experienced as the servers found at other Walt Disney World restaurants outside of Epcot’s World Showcase. But what they may lack in experience, as was the case with our server is often made up in enthusiasm and a genuine desire to please their guests.

There was really very little decision making that went into selecting our entrées. The only really serious debate was over the wine and the appetizer. By the time our young server was ready to take our order we had settled on two bowls of Canadian Cheddar Cheese Soup made with Canadian black diamond cheddar cheese, smoked bacon and Moosehead beer for our appetizers. For our entrees we heeded the advice of the Canadian loyalist and beef lover we had spoken with earlier and ordered up two Filet Mignons each topped with arugula butter and severed with roasted garlic herb mashed potatoes. I thoroughly enjoyed the hearty meal that was presented, especially the cheddar soup, but was it the best steak at Walt Disney World? I am still holding out hope that I have yet to find the best steak at Walt Disney World and until I do I will continue to enjoy the journey.

Canadian Cheddar Cheese Soup - Canadian black diamond cheddar cheese, smoked bacon and Moosehead beer $3.99

7 oz. Filet Mignon - topped with arugula butter and served with roasted garlic herb mashed potatoes $23.99

Editors Note: Partial menu included here that is intended to give the reader a better understanding of the cuisine and price.

Appetizers

Rock Crab Spring Rolls - rock crab rolled in a wonton skin with an Asian salad and citrus honey glaze $9.99
Seared Scallops - warm potato risotto, Meyer lemon, creme fraiche and caviar $8.99
Beefsteak Tomato Stack - shiitake mushrooms, wilted spinach, balsamic reduction $6.79

Entrees
14 oz. New York Strip Steak - roasted Yukon potatoes, caramelized sweet onions, bacon vinaigrette, finished with arugula butter $24.99

Wild Mushroom Beef Stroganoff - tenderloin of beef with fresh wild mushrooms over pappardelle noodles $21.99

Grilled Double Lamb Chop - with roasted Yukon potatoes, olive vinaigrette, sauce pipperade $25.99

Duck Two Ways - seared breast and confit over applewood braised cabbage with balsamic duck jus lie $22.99

Rosemary Garlic Seared Chicken - roasted garlic and herb mashed potatoes, French green beans $17.99

Maple Ginger Glazed Salmon - roasted sweet corn, pecans, watercress $18.99

 
   
   
 
 

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