I had thought we'd have some time after checking in to go for a swim and explore the resort. However, once we got the groceries put away and the clothes unpacked and the sofa bed made up for Zachary, it was basically time to head to the Hilton at Downtown Disney for our dinner reservation at Benihana. There is a Benihana in the town where I grew up and it was a huge family tradition to eat all important meals there (birthdays, graduations, etc.). My parents have even taken my children there on several occasions. So Benihana has a special place in our family. And I think you get more for your money than at Teppan Edo.
Mickey fried rice!
The Japanese garden outside the restaurant.
Overall it was a very enjoyable experience. The family who shared our table was very, very nice (and super nice about us having young kids!). I definitely think I would choose this over Teppan Edo any time I have a car.
One nice thing about WBC is that it was a very easy drive to DTD. And we would learn it was very centrally located to all the parks.
After dinner we headed back to the hotel and got everyone settled to bed. I was up at 6am the next day to run and another great thing about the hotel was the path around the lake. It made for a very nice morning run! Later in the day there were enough people milling around that the path would have been a bit too crowded but first thing in the morning was perfect (except the extreme heat and humidity!).
Amanda
Mickey fried rice!
The Japanese garden outside the restaurant.
Overall it was a very enjoyable experience. The family who shared our table was very, very nice (and super nice about us having young kids!). I definitely think I would choose this over Teppan Edo any time I have a car.
One nice thing about WBC is that it was a very easy drive to DTD. And we would learn it was very centrally located to all the parks.
After dinner we headed back to the hotel and got everyone settled to bed. I was up at 6am the next day to run and another great thing about the hotel was the path around the lake. It made for a very nice morning run! Later in the day there were enough people milling around that the path would have been a bit too crowded but first thing in the morning was perfect (except the extreme heat and humidity!).
Amanda