Path’s Finish Restaurant at Ft. Wilderness

Right now we’re venturing into the wilderness to dine on the newly reimagined Path’s Finish Restaurant at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground. Earlier this yr, we obtained the unhappy information that this fan-favorite eating location was closing and turning into a quick-service market restaurant. Many Disney followers voiced their considerations and shared recollections they made there on household holidays. Path’s Finish lastly reopened on July twenty seventh, 2023, whereas we had been on the first day of the 2023 EPCOT Worldwide Meals & Wine Competition.

We got here right here on its second day of being open, and I used to be stoked to strive all of the meals and see if it was the identical high quality and even higher. Earlier than we get into the meals, let’s speak in regards to the inside as a result of they did change it up and make it look a bit cleaner and a touch extra fashionable.

Truthfully, I’m not a fan of how they modified up the grab-and-go space. It feels very empty, however the seating space nonetheless maintains that beautiful cozy feeling Path’s Finish Restaurant has all the time had.

Entrees

I ordered the Fort Wilderness Vegetable Burger ($11.99) for my entree and obtained a facet of Cowboy Baked Beans. The burger was fairly primary however general tasted nice. I want the balsamic onions on the burger had pulled by means of extra as a result of I barely tasted them. The patty tastes very paying homage to a Past burger. I want they might’ve made an precise vegetable burger as an alternative of utilizing a primary patty, however I do love Past burgers, so I can’t complain.

I actually wished to like the beans, Craig and Ryno loved them, however I wasn’t satisfied. Now let me clarify. I grew up consuming candy baked beans. My dad would throw a touch of cinnamon in there, a drop of maple syrup, and a splash of Jack Daniels. The beans served right here have a tomato base, and on the elements, they checklist that there’s additionally chipotle BBQ sauce in there. I like them, however they weren’t my favourite. The most effective half is that I took residence my leftovers and added a bit of cinnamon and a splash of candy BBQ sauce, which made them good.

Craig and Ryno ordered two slices of pizza, one of many new Smokehouse Brisket Pizza and the brand new Vegetable Pizza. Craig wasn’t very impressed with the crust, however Ryno thought it was respectable. The slices had been large, and the value various relying on which pizza you bought, however you would pay between $8.79 to $9.79 for a hefty serving.

In addition they ordered the Fried Rooster 2-piece Meal ($10.49) with cornbread, coleslaw, and mashed potatoes with gravy. Whereas they devoured the meal, I requested the chef if there was any dairy within the breading of the hen. He advised me there wasn’t and introduced me a drumstick to strive since all of the items on the plate had been touching the buttery mashed potatoes. The hen was nice. The breading was cooked completely, and the seasoning was on level. I extremely suggest ordering the hen. Craig and Ryno agree.

Desserts

Earlier than Path’s Finish Restaurant closed, they’d a plant-based dessert that I beloved, and I’m glad to see that it survived the refurbishment. The Lemon-Blueberry Trifle ($5.99) is made with plant-based lemon curd and blueberries topped with whipped “cream” and is scrumptious. It’s a pleasant deal with to finish your meal on, and if I had been staying at this resort, I might finish every lengthy park day with considered one of these tart treats.

Craig obtained the Strawberry Shortcake ($5.99) that may be had over at Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue. He mentioned it’s simply as nice, however there’s one thing completely different about having it whereas watching the present. In case you love the present however can’t all the time get a reservation and are craving the Strawberry Shortcake, it is best to undoubtedly order it right here.

Ryno arguably obtained one of the best dessert out of all of this. He obtained the PB&J cupcake, and it was love at first chew. He mentioned it was one of the best cupcake he had ever had and was blown away by the flavors. The jelly filling had the right quantity to go with the cake and frosting. He was actually speechless, and so was Craig. While you make it to Path’s Finish Restaurant, you undoubtedly must order this cupcake.

Closing Ideas

I miss the buffet dearly, however I feel they did an incredible job with this market idea. The grab-and-go part is great for households that eat at their campsites or cabin and makes eating a bit simpler. I’m so glad they saved a few of the fan favorites and added some new menu gadgets. I can’t wait to come back again and take a look at another meals gadgets just like the inexperienced beans, the vegetable sandwich within the grab-and-go cooler, and possibly even the ribs at some point. All of us loved our meals and expertise right here on the newly reimagined Path’s Finish Restaurant.

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