The Wave - Disney's Contemporary Resort

The Wave - Disney's Contemporary Resort reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Jodi

   Orlando3 reviews

   2.0

   Dined on May 24, 2018

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 4

   After waiting 15 minutes (because we were 10 minutes early) to sit, once we were seated we waited for some time for our server to come by. She already looked overwhelmed and seemed to be too concerned about her other tables rather than asking us if we wanted something to drink like, water. Actually took 15-20 minutes to get water because we made the mistake of asking if they still had an children's item that was no longer on the menu. (sometimes they can make items if they have the ingredients) After waiting 10 minutes this was not the case. "Can't" seem to be our server's favorite word. So the other guest in my party settled for the beef tenderloin from the adult menu that was supposedly a "favorite" that other guests have ordered over and over according to our server. Apart from it being extremely small (for $34) it was EXTREMELY dry and tasteless. The server recommended putting the sauce on the side in case it was spicy (which it was not) and it was obviously needed to put any type of moisture into this piece of meat. I had to help her cut it and had to be soaked with the sauce yet it was still mediocre. Our server offered to have another piece made which we declined because we didn't want to end up there until closing time waiting. I spoke with the manager regarding this whole situation. She was very new to this establishment and totally inexperienced regarding what they offered previously. Unless our server was having a bad night she needs to find another line of work-she had such an attitude to start. Any request seemed like a hassle for her, even leaving extra water. This is the first time I can EVER remember leaving a 10% tip as she made our entire meal a TOTAL disappointment. This was one of our favorite restaurants on property, not anymore, so much so we will not return- "magic" is GONE...what should have been offered ...maybe a discount because any other chain restaurant would have done that!
   

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2. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Orlando1 review

   5.0

   Dined on May 20, 2018

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The food is great! easy walk from magic kingdom
   

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   antonior

   Orlando5 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on May 13, 2018

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   we liked but I was expecting more from a Disney restaurant in the Mother's Day. Also, they didn't have our reservation from Open table, which was an unexpected unplanned surprise.
   

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   PatC

   Philadelphia13 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 7, 2018

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great food
   

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   BirdGuy7

   Orlando71 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 5, 2018

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   My wife and I were spending the weekend at Bay Lake Tower and had planned to grab dinner at a quick service in the parks but with the off and on rain in the forecast we decided to look for a place we could make a reservation. Managed to get a table at the Wave at a good time using OpenTable when the Disney app wasn’t able to save our selections. This was our third or fourth visit to the Wave and we always enjoy it. The restaurant is tucked in the back of the lobby level of the Contemporary Resort so it is not a place that many will spot walking by. It is well worth the visit and very convenient if staying at any of the Magic Kingdom area resorts. Excellent food and service, a good wine selection and a quieter setting make it a good choice for dinner if you want something nice and if you want a break from the sensory overload. There is a nice bar behind the host stand with wines on tap which is good place to wait for a table or just enjoy a drink. Since we were celebrating our anniversary, our server brought us a surprise treat at the end with four beautifully decorated chocolate covered strawberries. It was the perfect end to a perfect meal.
   

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   ShariZ VIP

   Baja California11 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on May 4, 2018

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   Service was excellent but unfortunately food was very average.
   

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   PamelaH

   Orlando2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 28, 2018

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Our survey was FABULOUS. The food was great. The timing between courses was perfect.
   

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   Carol

   Los Angeles22 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 17, 2018

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Our filet was prepared just as wonderfully as the one we experienced at California Grill. Great wine selections and attentive service made this a great dinner.
   

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   snizz54 VIP

   Orlando59 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 14, 2018

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Food was excellent, especially the desserts. Tim was fantastic and professional. Service was great. Highly recommended for lunch.
   

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    pezliz

    Montreal33 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2018

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    I started my birthday morning with a beautiful and healthy breakfast at The Wave. A great way to start an early morning before rope drop, coffee is plentiful, Lots of healthy and protein packed choices for someone spending a full day at the parks!
    

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