Lines

You'll be able to join in the chat when you subscribe!

Coming on here to ask about the monorail shutdown. This is one of my biggest fears. Any updates?

47 min ago by Wewantstheredhead

NDR: we are headed to NYC for spring break. I have a theatre kid and a music kid so we are seeing several shows on Bway (including Daniel Radcliffe in "Every Brilliant Thing"). Any recommendations for restaurants near Times Sqr?

5:55am on 3/5/26 by shockbl

collapse thread

Or any restaurants in other locales that you would not miss?

5:56am on 3/5/26 by shockbl

Not near Times Square, but we never miss going to Taverna di Bacco an Italian restaurant on Ludlow Street on the Lower East Side. So good!

8:19am on 3/5/26 by BraveDisgrrl

I'm a tourist but I think John's pizza in a church in Times Square is cool.

8:22am on 3/5/26 by TumbleMonkeys

We also like Joe Allen's in the theater district.

8:22am on 3/5/26 by BraveDisgrrl

With teens I'd do The Elgin. A pub with good food and nice atmosphere. With just adults ai like Aldo Sohm Wine Bar.

8:50am on 3/5/26 by evamarie320

It's touristy, but we live Junior's on 45th. The food is good, the cheesecake is delicious (share mains, get your own cheesecake). We also like Max Brenner, it's on Broadway, but downtown, near Union Square.

11:07am on 3/5/26 by NYGIANTMickeyFan

Another vote for Juniors!

11:09am on 3/5/26 by HakunaMatata93

We did the Elgin- was good but very loud for hard of hearing in-laws

11:11am on 3/5/26 by hodg

Other place we took in-laws was Ellen's Stardust diner- totally touristy & average food really but a fun place to go. Prefer bfast there really. Poss not great pre show tho as you have to wait in line to get in.

2:16pm on 3/5/26 by hodg

We love Juniors!

6:55pm on 3/5/26 by ejhnstn

You can't go wrong with NYC diner food. We found a little hole in the wall diner in Hell's Kitchen that had incredible French toast with cream cheese and fruit.

8:57pm on 3/5/26 by torgo1

Had amazing Korean! A kid I coached 25 years ago is a part owner! Seoul Bap 55 W 27th St (Btw 6th and b'way)

5:18am on 3/6/26 by IMarriedMyEllie

I'm hearing lots of great things about the Daniel Radcliffe show! Make sure you go really early- he comes out into the audience beforehand!!

5:19am on 3/6/26 by hauntedmansionnurse

So cool.

6:48am on 3/6/26 by hodg

A few weeks ago we stayed on 49th street and there was always a line to get into Ichiran Ramen (49th st near 7th ave). I assume it must be great. And small. But I haven't eaten there. Or maybe it's just a TikTok sensation.

9:18am on 3/6/26 by evamarie320

Juniors!

10:22am on 3/6/26 by hookiegood

A tip from someone here a while back (I asked a similar question re: pizza)....just find and follow construction workers. They know the best pizza/diners in town!!

2:52pm on 3/6/26 by hlbyers

Following!!

5:12pm on 3/6/26 by SplitStayfortheWin

Becco on W 46th. Nice Italian place owned by Lydia Bastianich. Ate there recently when seeing Hamilton.

6:32pm on 3/6/26 by allanmayo

When I used to audition in New York, Marseille in Hell's Kitchen was also a go to for French. It's been there for decades and is a really good brassiere. On the corner of 9th Ave and W 44th.

6:38pm on 3/6/26 by allanmayo

I ate at Mermaid Oyster Bar yesterday before watching a show. i liked it! Also if you feel like good dimsum for a change try Tim Ho Wan. Or if you can snag a reservation Din Tai Fung is excellent. My kids would say Olive Garden Times Square. (Not kidding)

9:19pm on 3/6/26 by Totsypooh

Check our RiseNY which has a soarin ride and the new Museum of Broadway.

9:20pm on 3/6/26 by Totsypooh

sfl

7:11am on 3/7/26 by imadisneymom

Da Marino is the go to Italian restaurant in that area. My friend Craig is the owner. You won't be disappointed.

7:22am on 3/7/26 by pod4christ

Sfl

8:25am on 3/7/26 by el_1102

Sfl

11:00am on 3/7/26 by Ruthie2780

Saving

1:46pm on 3/7/26 by erinfarquhar

You are all amazing! Thanks everyone. I'll report back after our trip!

7:46pm on 3/7/26 by shockbl

Juniors is our go to! Yes, it's touristy, but the food is good, the prices are reasonable for NYC, and it's close to all the major theaters.

8:39pm on 3/7/26 by danielle.817

Saving for one day....

9:20pm on 3/7/26 by Tinkerminnie

Saving!! Thanks all.

7:51am on 3/8/26 by WDWJabberwock

The Shock's returned this PM from NYC. Food-wise, we took many of your recommendations: Juniors, The Elgin, Da Marino (thanks @Pod), Ellen's Stardust. We stayed at the Warwick (another liner rec) and it was perfect....

7:23pm on 4/4/26 by shockbl

...We did a food walking tour of Chinatown and Little Italy (Secret Food Tours is the name of the company) and it was excellent. Visited the Natural History museum where my twin DD13 were way too excited about "Dumb Dumb" (Easter Island statue from Nig...

7:25pm on 4/4/26 by shockbl

....at the Museum. Strolled Central Park, visited the Empire State Building, MoMA (amazing museum!) and took in 3 Bway shows (Wicked, Hadestown, and Every Brilliant Thing with Daniel Radcliffe).

7:27pm on 4/4/26 by shockbl

If you can see the show before he leaves it (May, I think) go see it! It was AMAZING! I love theatre and have seen many many shows. There is nothing like this play and he is brilliant. As others said, he works the audience 30 minutes before the show...

7:29pm on 4/4/26 by shockbl

...and selects 5 people to come on stage to play roles. Many others read the list. It was moving, funny, uplifting and somehow Dan (as be introduces himself) is normal person and not a megastar. I'll treasure this experience with my family for many ye...

7:31pm on 4/4/26 by shockbl

...view 36 more comments

Thanks for all your excellent tips for NYC. You are all an amazing bunch of humans. Blessings!

7:32pm on 4/4/26 by shockbl

sfl

9:22pm on 4/4/26 by imadisneymom

Sfl

11:01pm on 4/4/26 by Curiouser71

"What's cookin'?" We're celebrating Easter a day early: appetizers are shrimp cocktail and avocado deviled eggs. The main course will be baked ham, twice baked potato casserole, a baked broccoli dish, another vegetable and two styles of dinner rolls.....

5:08pm on 4/4/26 by TacMed

...view 10 more comments

Made mama and I sheet pan Parmesan-crusted chicken with potatoes and green beans. Very good.

6:39pm on 4/4/26 by utang44

We also had Easter today since DH at fire station tommorrow. We had ham, scalloped potatoes, green beans, mac&cheese,homemade yeast rolls, deviled eggs. Cheesecake w/fresh strawberries will be our dessert.

6:51pm on 4/4/26 by Memphisgirl81

Burgers, Tator Tots and corn. I had a few bites of yesterday's cake for dessert.

10:16pm on 4/4/26 by WendyMarie

Is it worth purchasing LLMP tonight at 10pm for tomorrow? Going to MK then hop to HS. First available are LATE in the day, 6 and after. Have people had luck modifying to early first thing in morning when entering park? Or is it a waste of $ at this point

9:47pm on 4/4/26 by obsessedwithdisney

No experience with this, but I have heard from Ear Scouts that if you look at midnight that you will find better availability for the day and can modify.

10:15pm on 4/4/26 by njhyndman

Whoops! Maxed out another thread. New DVC Rental Thread starting March 26th. Housekeeping: Find my Dedicated *~ SPARKLY NEW ~* DVC Rental search engine here: http://dvcseer.com/dvc-search

9:06am on 3/26/26 by JJT (staff)

collapse thread

I also post same info in forum thread, but with charts, further analysis, and goofy gifs. https://forum.touringplans.com/t/dvc-you-there-now-with-bonus-content/87420/9999

9:06am on 3/26/26 by JJT (staff)

Let's start off with a present for someone: If you'd like to sneak in some Christmas Grand Flo time and still beat Santa back to your house, this is a terrific price for that season!

9:07am on 3/26/26 by JJT (staff)

2-night GF Studio 12/22 for $468/night or 22% under median https://dvc-rental.com/confirmed-reservation/?_resort=Grand%20Floridian%20Resort&dvc_id=DVC2217

9:07am on 3/26/26 by JJT (staff)

Also - note that MOST GF rentals at this price point for December appear RIGHT AT 11 MONTHS. After that, dribs and drabs, baby, dribs and drabs. See charts in forum thread. :)

9:11am on 3/26/26 by JJT (staff)

Only a single night, but this is a fantastic price if you can use it! 1-night Boardwalk Studio start 01/03 for $260/night or 35% under median https://dvc-rental.com/confirmed-reservation/?_resort=Boardwalk%20Villas&dvc_id=DVC2218

10:11am on 3/26/26 by JJT (staff)

For those who like scrolling, I've updated the TP Subscriber DVC Rental Deals page! https://touringplans.com/disney-vacation-club-rental-deals

11:38am on 3/26/26 by JJT (staff)

This ain't no $255/night, but I am of 2 minds on this price: * Compared to all March historical prices: WIN * For something that starts 3 days from now: Should be dozens of dollars lower.

12:12pm on 3/26/26 by JJT (staff)

3-night DLH Studio 03/29 for $434/night or 18% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fVJ000003IknRYAS

12:12pm on 3/26/26 by JJT (staff)

Following

3:34pm on 3/26/26 by missWishes

Following! :)

5:42pm on 3/26/26 by sunshinedaisies

This is below median vs the few APRIL listings recorded previously. 2-night VB Hotel/Inn 04/06 for $372/night or 28% under median https://dvc-rental.com/confirmed-reservation/?_resort=Vero%20Beach%20Resort&dvc_id=DVC2228

12:14pm on 3/27/26 by JJT (staff)

But: is much higher and OVER median when looking at all listings on all dates, so is a personal value call if one wanted to stay there in April. (I haven't looked at direct from Disney pricing for this resort/dates at all, so not sure how it compares.)

12:15pm on 3/27/26 by JJT (staff)

Following

2:14pm on 3/27/26 by RememberWhen

This is terrific for a long stay for this room: 6-night BLT Studio 09/05 for $311/night or 23% under median https://dvcrequest.com/bookings/rebook/10049584

4:48pm on 3/27/26 by JJT (staff)

4-night GF Studio 06/07 for $414/night or 15% under median https://dvcrequest.com/bookings/rebook/10049597

5:15pm on 3/28/26 by JJT (staff)

2-night OKW Studio 04/30 for $290/night or 19% under median https://dvcrequest.com/bookings/rebook/10049610

6:38pm on 3/28/26 by JJT (staff)

That OKW is a great price for April - but above median for May, you make the call on this month spanning conundrum.

6:42pm on 3/28/26 by JJT (staff)

Took until the noon refresh for any new listings to appear today... 3-night Poly Studio 05/22 for $433/night or 15% under median https://vacationclublife.com/rentals

12:17pm on 3/29/26 by JJT (staff)

These are both "only" 6% under median vs all multi-nights in June & July, but 7-nighters are very rare at this price point. Last year there was one, 2024 there were 4 lower ones....

12:23pm on 3/29/26 by JJT (staff)

7-night AK Kidani Studio 06/17 for $343/night or 6% under https://rentals.dvcshop.com/reservations/animal-kingdom-villas-kidani-village-522545

12:23pm on 3/29/26 by JJT (staff)

7-night AK Kidani Studio 07/24 for $343/night or 6% under https://rentals.dvcshop.com/reservations/animal-kingdom-villas-kidani-village-522551

12:23pm on 3/29/26 by JJT (staff)

7-night Poly Studio 06/06 for $443/night or 15% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fVJ000003JQujYAG

5:28pm on 3/29/26 by JJT (staff)

Not the most convenient 1-nighter to use, but lowest price recorded for this room in April by far! 1-night Aulani Studio 04/11 for $248/night or 57% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fVJ000003JSWjYAO

6:56pm on 3/29/26 by JJT (staff)

This is a HUGE price drop for an uncommon room in dedicated listings AND VERY LAST MINUTE. AND SAVANNAH VIEW. Couldn't find an open GV on the Disney site for this week to see cash rate price, but from Mousesavers has the rack rate at $4,341 samolians.

10:21am on 3/30/26 by JJT (staff)

7-night AK Kidani Grand Villa 04/04 orig $2,694/night now $1,054/n or 43% under median https://dvcrequest.com/bookings/rebook/10046474

10:21am on 3/30/26 by JJT (staff)

Turns out today is PRICE DROP DAY! There are about a dozen really good price drops for April and one interesting Riv 1BR in May. Here's a few of my favs from the bunch, use my search engine to see rest and/or forum thread for charts.

12:48pm on 3/30/26 by JJT (staff)

9-night AK Jambo Studio 04/09 orig $467/night now $250/n or 34% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fUd000008pUPFIA2

12:48pm on 3/30/26 by JJT (staff)

8-night HH Studio 04/25 orig $365/night now $209/n or 43% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fUd00000BpQ3lIAF

12:48pm on 3/30/26 by JJT (staff)

7-night OKW Grand Villa 04/25 orig $1,203/night now $802/n or 42% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fVJ0000030JXBYA2

12:48pm on 3/30/26 by JJT (staff)

Should have included this before: not a "cheap" room, but for Riv prices is a terrific deal: 5-night Riviera 1 Bedroom 05/25 orig $920/night now $736/n or 14% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fVJ000003A8LxYAK

3:36pm on 3/30/26 by JJT (staff)

9-night BW Studio 04/23 for $309/night or 36% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fVJ000003JsarYAC

10:23am on 3/31/26 by JJT (staff)

For that BW listings: There have only been 2 listings 4-nights or longer lower priced than this & both were in 2024. In 2025, the next nearest price recorded vs 2-nights or longer was $380, vs 4-nights or longer was $411.

10:30am on 3/31/26 by JJT (staff)

First posted here on Feb 28th, slight but nice drop for a full week trip. Terrific Price! 7-night AK Kidani Studio 07/12 orig $314/night now $300/n or 17% under median https://rentals.dvcshop.com/reservations/animal-kingdom-villas-kidani-village-510979

12:20pm on 3/31/26 by JJT (staff)

New: 2-night Poly Studio 05/26 for $437/night or 14% under https://dvcrequest.com/bookings/rebook/10049616

12:20pm on 3/31/26 by JJT (staff)

Not a common listing in April - only about two dozen since 2024, but this is at the bottom of the price range. 3-night AK Kidani 1 Bedroom 04/10 for $400/night or 52% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fVJ000003K4IfYAK

4:24pm on 3/31/26 by JJT (staff)

Probably need to break out your personal jet for this one, which starts tomorrow across the fabled Pacific Ocean, but, great price...

10:18am on 4/1/26 by JJT (staff)

2-night Aulani Studio 04/02 orig $580/night now $377/n or 34% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fVJ000003ITD7YAO

10:18am on 4/1/26 by JJT (staff)

VERY rare price point in August for this Riviera 1BR. There are lower prices seen for it certain times of the year, but mostly Jan-Feb.

10:39am on 4/1/26 by JJT (staff)

2-night Riviera 1 Bedroom 08/12 for $756/night or 29% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fVJ000003K8yzYAC

10:39am on 4/1/26 by JJT (staff)

There are plenty of times of the year where you can find Aulani dedicated rentals well below this price. But, for August, this is pure win - especially for a rare-ish 6-nighter.

4:13pm on 4/1/26 by JJT (staff)

6-night Aulani Studio 08/08 for $488/night or 19% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fVJ000003LUHWYA4

4:13pm on 4/1/26 by JJT (staff)

See analysis and charts in my forum thread on why these are worthy bookings and should be jumped on if you want to stay at Jambo in Sept or Dec. :) https://forum.touringplans.com/t/dvc-you-there-now-with-bonus-content/87420/5355

9:33am on 4/2/26 by JJT (staff)

4-night AK Jambo Studio 09/27 for $249/night or 13% under median https://rentals.dvcshop.com/reservations/animal-kingdom-villas-523927

9:33am on 4/2/26 by JJT (staff)

5-night AK Jambo Studio 12/10 for $359/night or 14% under https://dvc-rental.com/confirmed-reservation/?_resort=Animal%20Kingdom%20Villas%20-%20Jambo%20House&dvc_id=DVC2254

9:33am on 4/2/26 by JJT (staff)

4-night AK Jambo Studio 12/20 for $338/night or 19% under https://dvc-rental.com/confirmed-reservation/?_resort=Animal%20Kingdom%20Villas%20-%20Jambo%20House&dvc_id=DVC2255

9:33am on 4/2/26 by JJT (staff)

For those who like tables of links, I updated the TP Subscriber DVC Rental Deals page! Also, just noticed there's a 14-night, 12% under median 2BR Kidani out there in May. https://touringplans.com/disney-vacation-club-rental-deals

5:38pm on 4/2/26 by JJT (staff)

Close to $500 makes my wallet hurt, but for April this is actually a very good price! 3-night Poly Studio 04/26 for $475/night or 27% under median https://rentals.dvcshop.com/reservations/polynesian-524832

7:45pm on 4/3/26 by JJT (staff)

Much more wallet-friendly and a SUPER price for May: 2-night Poly Studio 05/13 for $323/night or 36% under https://rentals.dvcshop.com/reservations/polynesian-524834

7:45pm on 4/3/26 by JJT (staff)

2-night AK Kidani Studio 05/17 for $247/night or 27% under https://rentals.dvcshop.com/reservations/animal-kingdom-villas-kidani-village-524838

7:46pm on 4/3/26 by JJT (staff)

...view 49 more comments

4-night SSR Studio 05/18 for $247/night or 13% under https://rentals.dvcshop.com/reservations/saratoga-springs-524840

7:46pm on 4/3/26 by JJT (staff)

1-night OKW Studio 06/04 for $210/night or 23% under median https://rentals.dvcshop.com/reservations/old-key-west-524828 3-night BW Studio 07/21 for $336/night or 14% under https://rentals.dvcshop.com/reservations/boardwalk-villas-524830

8:56pm on 4/3/26 by JJT (staff)

While we might see some lower May prices for this room, won't be many at all if any. 2-night BC Studio 05/11 for $390/night or 12% under median https://dvc-rental.com/confirmed-reservation/?_resort=Beach%20Club%20Villas&dvc_id=DVC2282

9:51pm on 4/4/26 by JJT (staff)

Any recent Silhouette participants? I got one as a kid and considering having my 5 year old sit in June.

8:56pm on 4/4/26 by ebcooper

We tried to get them in early March and the wait time was very long. It was in the middle of the afternoon so maybe we should have tried earlier. Talked to one woman who said their wait the day before was 2 hours!

9:16pm on 4/4/26 by godmotherly

We usually get one every trip but I'm not waiting 2 hours!

9:28pm on 4/4/26 by melcort10

VIP Summer offerings for passholders noted here: https://x.com/drewdisneydude/status/2040448111944798664?s=61

11:59am on 4/4/26 by utang44

...view 7 more comments

What is the "Joffrey's Coffee Challenge"?

8:23pm on 4/4/26 by IMarriedMyEllie

I think last year different Joffrey's had passholder-only drinks that you could buy and mark off a checklist. If you tried them all, you got something.

8:39pm on 4/4/26 by utang44

I see! Thanks, @utang:)

9:25pm on 4/4/26 by IMarriedMyEllie

We are thinking of going to a waterpark on arrival day this summer since it is free. For those that have done this, was it crazy busy in the afternoon?

7:05pm on 4/4/26 by simba77

How will you get to the park? I have read reports of parking being an issue at times later in the day?

8:50pm on 4/4/26 by PrincipalTinker

We would uber.

8:55pm on 4/4/26 by simba77

I think you will have a great time!

9:11pm on 4/4/26 by PrincipalTinker

Anyone try vessi waterproof shoes in the park?

9:09pm on 4/4/26 by VikeQueen

What resort has the best food court/quick service? What is your favorite meal?

12:36pm on 4/4/26 by MakingMemories2020

collapse thread

I usually find that the value resorts have the better quick services, especially compared to the deluxe resorts. Most quick services serve similar things.

12:44pm on 4/4/26 by JenniferB1975

I feel like there's more variety at the quick services at value resorts because they don't have table service restaurants

12:44pm on 4/4/26 by JenniferB1975

Primo Piatto. Highly recommend the blueberry pancakes, the tuna Nicoise salad (we get it every visit), and the ricotta cheesecake if they have it.

12:48pm on 4/4/26 by maurine08

We have a resort dad and we are planning on resort hopping using all transportation and wanted to get dinner someplace along the way.

12:55pm on 4/4/26 by MakingMemories2020

I still love the Mara

12:56pm on 4/4/26 by PrincipalTinker

Port Orleans Riverside has a good one. The Mara at Animal Kingdo Lodge Jambo House is pretty good too

12:56pm on 4/4/26 by cobia

WL Roaring Forks & Geyser Point, RR Primo Piatto, AKL Mara

1:04pm on 4/4/26 by cdlla

Riviera!!! Food served on real China with real silverware. Caesar salad. Creamy tomato soup. Croque Monsieur! We order all 3 and split them. @utang gets the beef short ribs? Some beef dish; it's next on my bucket list.

1:14pm on 4/4/26 by Jennyhirsch

Our dessert at Riviera is either the Nutella filled beignet up in the lobby coffee shop or Gelato from the cart outside of the pool gates.

1:15pm on 4/4/26 by Jennyhirsch

Awesome! Thanks for the ideas!

1:23pm on 4/4/26 by MakingMemories2020

Beef bolognese! It's delicious. I also enjoy the pizza and have had the Italian sandwich. For breakfast, the breakfast pizza and blueberry-lemon pancakes are so yummy.

1:31pm on 4/4/26 by utang44

Rivieras Primo Piatto can't be beat imho.

2:33pm on 4/4/26 by evamarie320

...view 12 more comments

The bolognese at Primo. Get a French baguette from France in Ep to have with it.

2:49pm on 4/4/26 by vickiwaffles

Trails End at FW - also best deal in all of WDW - family meal of 8 pc fried chicken, corn bread and 2 sides for $27 or so.

4:41pm on 4/4/26 by Flutegarden

@PT I miss the African stew at the Mara. I wish they would bring it back. That's my OG best quick service meal.

8:14pm on 4/4/26 by yetisafari

Subscribe to join in!

Chat Guidelines