We all have our favorite attractions at Walt Disney World. Rides or shows that are a must every trip. There are also beloved eateries that we frequent more often than others, and of course favorite foods we eat on every visit.
But there are those restaurants that you really enjoy while eating there, but for some reason or other, you don't get back to for a very long time.
In Walt Disney World, there are sooooo many options that these really great food spots just get lost in the sauce, so to speak.
One of these spots is Flame Tree Barbecue in Disney's Animal Kingdom.
We
ate here on our first trip back in September of 2006. Every time we
pass it, I say "That was some great barbecue, we really need to get back
there." and then proceed to go elsewhere, sometimes to another
restaurant in Animal Kingdom, or more often to another restaurant in a
different park, or even back to our resort for a bite.
On our trip in January, I consciously made the decision to eat at Flame Tree.
The menu is not overly extensive.
I had the 1/2 Slab of St. Louis Ribs which were $11.69. They were as good as I remembered them. Tender and juicy. I love a good cole slaw, and this is very good. The beans were delicious as well.
Barbie had the Smoked Chicken Salad for $9.49, which she described as okay. She wished she had gotten the ribs after trying mine!
Prices are reasonable, and the portions are large enough to share.
They accept Tables in Wonderland and are a quick service credit on the Disney Dining Plan.
There are several spots to sit, each offering a relaxing and cool spot to escape the heat, which really wasn't an issue in January.
The grounds are lush, and well themed with fountains and statues.
The condiments bar is conveniently located in the pavilion where we chose to sit, which is the same place we sat way back in 2006.
By the water, it offeres a great view of Expedition Everest.
There are a few pavilions by the water if you want to get a different vantage point of Everest.
Another wonderful thing about sitting by the water, you might have an encounter with local wildlife!
So, will we return to Flame Tree Barbecue? Yes, certainly. But it still isn't a must do every trip.
This article was originally posted on the Disney Musings Blog, which Nick co-writes with his wife and friends.
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