Cafe Orleans

We had a great dining experience! The food was good, but the highlight was definitely the dessert — it was absolutely amazing and of top quality. One of the best desserts we’ve had in a long time! The staff were also very friendly and made us feel very welcome. Highly recommend this place, especially if you have a sweet tooth!

Great food! The atmosphere was nice, AC was solid, everyone was super kind to us and did a great job with the service. We all enjoyed the Monte Cristos and Gumbo. The drinks with the alligator gummies were also a lot of fun! The sauce on those fries was my personal favorite!

One of the best dining options for food, atmosphere and reservation availability. I recommend the Monte Cristo. It’s the same one that’s on Blue Bayou’s lunch menu, but you can actually get a table here.

Our goto lunch place at Disneyland. The braised short rib and Monte Cristo are some of the best sit down food in the park. Don't bother going unless you get a minute julip.

Reservations are a must. They closed walk ins during dinner. There were just too many people. That being said the food is decent and we got seated outside right in front and right on time for Fantasmic! If you order the steak, I'd say order it without the demi glaze or whatever they pour on top of it. The fettuccine is decent, and the important thing was that the kids ate the kids stuff, no problem. Atmosphere and service were the highlight...I mean come on, you at Disneyland, the "cast"members are almost always on point.

Even with a reservation, my party and I still had to wait another 20 minutes or so before we were seated. Once seated, we were greeted right away by our hostess, which was a nice touch. We ordered and received our food fairly quickly, and everything we had was very good. I ordered the Caesar salad with fries, while the rest of my party enjoyed the risotto and beef short ribs. The food was flavorful and satisfying, making it the perfect hearty lunch we needed after walking around and enjoying the rides during the holidays. Overall, despite the initial wait, the experience was enjoyable, and I’d recommend Café Orleans for a delicious and relaxing break during your Disneyland visit.

We didn’t like the Montecristo, despite all the hype. We found it too heavy, oily, not our style. But seating outside on a beautiful day was one of the best memories I’ll have from Disneyland.

Monte Cristo is a must try here. It's gotten smaller than from how I remember it, but it is a staple Disney item. My chicken was buttered. I wish it had come with sauce for flavor. Staff is very nice. I didn't enjoy the vegetables. They were too hard for my liking.

An amazing respite from a tiring Disney day! Food: We saw online that the star of the show is the Monte Cristos, so we ordered one of each to share. What a great idea we had! -Monte Cristo with ham, turkey, and Swiss ($25) This was my boyfriend's pick of the two, and even I enjoyed it immensely despite not typically liking pork. It was simple but amazing, the right proportions of meat, cheese, and an almost fried French toast type of bread. Not as sweet as the triple cheese cristo, this was a delight and felt less decadent as well, which was a nice break from the triple cheese one. Triple Cheese Monte Cristo with Brie, Mozzarella, and Swiss ($25) -This was my pick of the two. The cheese pull on this one! Holy moly! It was definitely very decadent, and felt a bit sweeter than the original. The berry sauce and chipotle type sauce gave it a nice twist and helped cut through the super cheesiness of this one. Pomme frites (included with entrees) -These fries were superb. Super crunchy with a nice herby parm topping. Definitely made for a nice snack while chitchatting. Portion was perfect as well. Service: Boy oh boy do I regret not remembering who our server was! He was absolutely fantastic. The service itself was super fast without feeling like we were being pushed out of the restaurant, like some Disney restaurants can feel. We got to our table in less than five minutes from the time we checked into our reservation. Everyone was friendly and on top of things. Ambiance: This cafe is super cute!! The inside felt very old timey and made me feel nostalgic for some restaurants I've frequented as a child. I know it's old school New Orleans theming, but I also felt transported back to Victorian era northeast usa, which is a time that brings me joy! I think I wouldn't have felt the ambience being seated outside though, so I would opt for indoor seating if you could. Overall 5/5 stars, mostly because we got away with a meal for around $50 before tip at Disney, while having such gorgeous food, great service, and ambiance that felt comforting to me. I would 100% go back, but I wouldn't try anything else on the menu. I've seen less than great reviews for value, which is a top priority for me, especially at the mouse's kingdom.

A nice and casual place to take a break and have lunch after walking around Disneyland. Lunch menu is pretty decent with a few small bites and some entrees. There's also a selection of plant based entrees as well as desserts. Price is reasonable from $25 to $32 for an entree. I had the popular Monte Cristo sandwich ($25) which was pretty good. It was definitely crispy with a healthy serving of meat and cheese. The short rib ($32) was amazing though. It was a decent portion and the meat was very tender.

Overpriced but good tasty! The customer service is nothing special. Almost $240 for 4 people 3.5/5

I was so surprise at how much the menu has changed! And everything was equally good. If not, even more fresher. The ambiance of the place is always immaculate. If you can be seated outside, I would do that. But inside is good too just as not as good as the outside. I always order a Monte Cristo! And then their unlimited refills for Thai Tea. Next, the pommes frites is so fire! Can't get enough of this place.

First time visit at Cafe Orleans. Our server was Alfonso. He, along with the entire serving staff CMs were fantastic! The outdoor ambience was very easygoing and peaceful. A lot of eye candy for youngsters. Now for the cuisine. 1) The Cajun chicken was very, very delicious and tender. The skin was thin and crispy. The meat was juicy!!!!! 2) Beef Bourginon or short rib was fall-off the bone delicious. A bit dry but that's expected from short rib meats. 3) Shrimp Alfredo was a really good combination. It would be better if the shrimps were not overcooked being dry at times. 4). Cesar Salad, a good starter but can find better for the price. Overall a 4-Star experience.

Cafe Orlean never seizes to fail --there's a reason why its been my favorite restaurant inside Disneyland for the past decade . I booked a Sunday (12/15) reservation at 1pm through the Disney app about a month in advanced . We checked-in and our host led us right away to our GORGEOUS outdoor patio table right in the middle up against the gate exterior, so we had a fun view of Tom Sawyer's island . I highly recommend reserving a time frame in advanced as I saw many groups get denied at the entrance as there was no more room on their 'walk-up waitlist' . We were greeted right away by our amazing server who handled our drinks and our food . I typically go for the OG Monte Cristo sandwich as its nostalgic to me, but today I decided to try something new . Here's what we ate: CHICKEN GUMBO BOWL: Seasoned so well, with chunks of ham and chicken . The rice complimented the saltiness beautifully . I should've ordered two !! Highly recommend ! CESAR SALAD: So fresh, so basic, so bougie . I love the homemade dressing --so flavorful, yet so delicate . The crispy croutons were made from scratch-- golden, crisp, and garlicky . My friend made fun of me for ordering a salad at a restaurant, but I promise you... its sooooo good !!! Even a salad-hater would love this lol . BLACKENED SHRIMP ALFREDO: The shrimp were plump, juicy, and cooked perfectly . The shrimp also had a nice cajun spice kick to it, like a level 3/10 spice . The noodles itself had a nice chew, but the sauce wasn't hitting for me . I felt like it needed more ooomp.... when in doubt, add more parmesan cheese pleeeeese . BEEF BOURGNION: Such a decadent bite . I really liked the presentation . The mashed potatoes, mushrooms, and caramelized onions were a dream . Although the beef was tender and super flavorful, I couldn't help to state the fact that it was a tiny bit on the drier side . I think if they served this dish with a side of au ju, it would've been next level ! ROASTED CHICKEN: I only got to try a bite off of my friend's dish, but not bad ! Like the beef bougnion, this also would be great with extra sauce . My friend said he enjoyed it! GET THE POMME FRITES . Huge garlic chunks with thin crisp exterior . Fluffy on the outside, so tasty . I do wish their spicy mayo was more fun, but hey-- beggars can't be choosers lol . BERRY CREME BRULEE: Not too sweet . Nice and creamy . Berries give it a nice tart balance . Totally would re-order !! BOURBON MINT JULEP: A classic . You always have to order at least one while dining here ! Overall, we had yet another amazing lunch . The vibes are welcoming, food is exquisite, and service is always wonderful . If you've never dined here, you definitely should ! I always tell first-timers to get the beignets and share a Monte Cristo sandwich as that's their signature . The sandwich is like a sweet/savory sandwich-donut hybrid thats filled with salty ham and dusted with powdered sugar served with a berry dipping sauce .... enough said . We've dined at The Blue Bayou and Tiana's Place (all different vibes, and you should dine at each place at least once), but I still think Cafe Orleans comes out on top !

This is one of my favorite restaurants in Disneyland. It's always good to have a reservation and reservations get booked out 60 days in advance. We decided on this trip only a couple of weeks ago and lucked out by checking constantly for canceled reservations. Checking back regularly is a really good thing to do because Disneyland charges if you don't cancel your reservation at least 2 hours before. This means if you wait till the day of or the day before you have a pretty good chance of getting one of those canceled reservations We were seated on the patio ( sorry no pictures ), which is great because you can see everybody walking back and forth between New Orleans Square and Tiana's Country. They do have an indoor dining room. Our server was fantastic. When he heard us saying we were going to split each other's entrees so we each got half, he offered to bring us a couple of plates. He ordered the beef bourguignon, the ham and cheese Monte Cristo sandwich with garlic fries, auntie garlic Cajun chicken. Everything was so good - - definitely the quality of a high-end restaurant outside of the park. People tend to complain about the cost of food at Disneyland, but I'm not quite sure I understand it. My husband and I go out to dinner frequently and There are a whole lot of places that charge more than Disneyland for the same food. I definitely recommend Cafe Orleans, with a reservation, of course, if you are on a trip to Disneyland. It was cold today but if it's hot out, this is a great place to sit in the shade and get refills on your sodas.

I've been to Disneyland so many times within the past two decades and finally got to try Cafe Orleans. I was able to get a reservation at 12pm. My party of 3 checked in at 11:45am but were not seated until 12:05pm and were seated outside. Our waiter was very nice and our food came out within a decent amount of time. My party ordered the blackened shrimp fettuccine alfredo, Monte Cristo, and the Beef Bourguignon. Everything tasted fantastic! My favorite was probably the Monte Cristo except I don't like ham, so I'll have to try the triple cheese one next time. The sandwich bread was like a fried donut without icing, it was fluffy and had a subtle sweetness to it. The jam really paired nicely with the sandwich where it was savory and sweet. The fries or pomme frites were also super good and crispy with a Parmesan crust. The beef Bourguignon was tender and flavorful. The fettuccine was pretty good but could have used more salt or more cheese for better flavor as it was a little bland. The pasta was also not al dente and on the softer side. Overall, this was a great and filling meal. It seems like reservations are the way to go since it was about an hour long wait on the walk up list. Would definitely come back soon!

Fantastic dinner! We joined the waitlist on the Disneyland app, which said it would be about 55 minutes. We got called for our table 40 minutes later. We were seated and provided with an allergy-friendly menu, since we indicated we had dietary reactions (vegan) when we joined the waitlist. Our server was very soft spoken, so a little hard to hear, but he was very attentive and friendly. We got the crudite, ratatouille farro risotto, French fries, and creme brulee tart--all vegan. The food was spectacular. The tart was a little runny, but we didn't care. It was still delicious. The only thing that made our dinner a little off was a table behind us that were yelling at their kids the whole time and a table on the other side that was obnoxiously celebrating a birthday under the influence of alcohol. But that's expected with these crowds, and certainly not the restaurant's fault.

After a long morning of lines and rides, was able to snag a spot on the lunch waitlist for Cafe Orleans. Once our reservation time came we were quickly sat on their outdoor patio. Small menu but we tried the bourbon julep and bayou punch - the alligator gummy was a fun touch! For food we ordered the Caesar salad to share, the beef bourguignon, blackened shrimp Alfredo, and monte cristo sandwich. Everything was great. I just wish they had a few more food and drink options. Such a cute spot and great service though.

When you're held captive in Disneyland, you need to make some tough decisions. We made a decision to eat at Cafe Orleans, and this was a good decision. There are just a few choices, so we got a Caesar Salad, Roast Chicken, a Monte Cristo sandwich, and a Creme Brulee. The did was nice and fresh, a little brown spots on the lettuce here and there, but not that big of a deal. The chicken was good, not great. The seasoning was ok, could use more flavor, but the meat was moist. The Monte Cristo was really good! Not greasy at all, very tasty! The fries that came with this was awesome as well! The Creme Brulee had a crust on it, not used to that, and didn't care for the crust. Maybe just the custard in a bowl would suffice? Personal preference?

Great sit down restaurant in Disneyland located near pirates of the Caribbean. After having chicken tenders or burgers or any other kind of fried thing i couldn't wait to have their Caesar salad which was phenomenal! Perfect amount of dressing not drenched and hand shaved Parmesan on top. I got the shrimp pasta that was okay and my husband got the monte crisco that he liked. I got the mint julep which was fine but dear lord $19 is nuts. So i switched to the $12 Pinot and pairing it with pasta was actually even better. Our service was good our waitress had a helper who was even more on top of things than her he probably checked on us even more! we sat outside and it was busy but service was very fast and the ambiance was great! Definitely one of our better meals at Disneyland.

Great service and amazing food! I had never dined here or tried their famous Monte Cristo but I'm so glad I did. One of the best Disney meals I've ever had!

After walking throughout the park the entire morning, dining here for lunch was a nice reprieve. Checking in definitely took a few minutes but it was to be expected for dining on a weekend day. We were seated outdoors on the patio and it was nice to be able to hear the live music performers amidst the normal restaurant bustle. Our server was very kind and attentive. He came to check on us throughout our meal and everything was timed nicely. The prefix menu looked really promising at $55 but I wasn't sure if I was going to finish everything so I opted for just a regular entree. (Also, we had assumed everyone would have to do the prefix) I ordered the beef bourguignon and loved it. I had reservations because of how large the serving was. There's definitely nothing worse than tough meat that's hard to chew. That was definitely not the case here. The meat was fork tender and with succulent marbling. It was very flavorful and rich and the vegetables were seasoned nicely. I think at $30, this is definitely a fair price because I've had similar dishes at a higher price range and this definitely checked all the boxes. Also let's be honest, dining at Disneyland, you know you'll be spending a pretty penny. (I subbed rice instead of mashed potatoes because my partner wanted some but the mashed potatoes looked very smooth and promising. My friend who had ordered the same dish had cleaned their entire plate, if that's any indication of how the dish performed as a whole) I also got to try a little bit of the chicken gumbo and it was really nice warm and comforting. The portion is a little smaller so if you are a big eater, you may need to order more than one. Overall, a very solid dining experience. This is probably one of the best restaurants I've been to within the park.

This has become a bit of a tradition for us when in Disney - we have to grab a Monte Christo ( including the cheese version for our vegetarian family members!) Sure it's a heart attack waiting to happen - deep fried bread filled with multiple types of melted cheese and or meat - but once every few years can't hurt and hey, the salad on the side, which is good , adds some greens! We sat outside on the patio and enjoyed our meal while watching the crazy busy crowds go by! They also serve mint juleps, beers and soft drinks. Service was fast, friendly and we left feeling full but the 30k steps we walked today helped work off this deliciousness!

Cafe Orleans was always on my bucket list for Disneyland eats. I booked a reservation on the app, got called in within 10 minutes. Super fast for that day! There were a lot of people waiting for their reservations as well. Our host took us to our table, it was outside seating. I celebrated my birthday here, my waitress brought out a birthday button with my name on it. How thoughtful! It was super busy with a lot of diners, staff running around trying to get everyone's order out and taking their orders. We went with the battered and fried monte cristo sandwich, battered and fried triple cheese monte cristo sandwich & beef bourguignon. Our food came out at a decent time. Beef bourguignon was served with mashed potatoes, garden vegetables and truffle - red wine jus. Priced at $29. This dish was very tasty, a 9 out of 10 for me. The meat was tender, the mash potatoes had a lot of flavors, garden vegetables and truffle - red wine just complimented the dish. Battered & fried Monte cristo sandwich had sliced turkey, ham, Swiss cheese. Served with seasonal preserves and we got the pomme frites with it. Priced at $24. It was a 6 out of 10, I really thought I would love this dish but it had no flavor. It looked presentable. Pomme frites were crispy and delicious. Battered & fries triple cheese Monte cristo sandwich had Brie, Swiss and mozzarella cheese. Served with seasonal preserves and choice of salad or pomme frites. Priced at $24 as well. It did not have flavor as well, tasted like an overpriced grilled cheese lol. Excellent service from staff, fast service, attention to detail was awesome. Highly recommend booking a reservation ahead of time.

Everything was immaculate. Food? Amazing. Service? Amazing. (Our waitress was so sweet) Ambiance? Amazing. Definitely recommend the gumbo and monte cristo, of course. We were hesitant on the bayou punch, but it was actually really good and tasted kinda like berry lemonade. Love coming here every time we visit Disney :)

This place is a must try when inside Disneyland Park! The staff, as all other park staff is amazing! The food was so good! The short rib plate was amazing and the chicken was great but could be better seasoned. Their pomme frites are absolutely amazing - we ended up subbing the mashed potatoes for the pomme frites, soo good!

After a tiring morning of running around and waiting in lines having lunch at Cafe Orleans is such a treat!! The food is filling and healthier compared to other places. The Ratatouille Farro Risotto was delicious (great vegetarian option). Other people in my party enjoyed the Blackened shrimp pasta, Beef Bourguignon and Cajun chicken. The mint julep wasn't great, can be missed but could still be refreshing on a hot summer day. They used to serve the Mickey Beignets before and sad they discontinued them. They are still available at the Mint Julep Bar and you could save time by ordering ahead on the Disneyland app.

This visit to Disneyland was for dinner and to see the Halloween decorations. We had one dinner certificate left from my husband's employee holiday gift package. We chose Cafe Orleans because it had the shortest walk-up wait time on the app. The menu also had items we liked and wanted to try. We were seated at an outside table under a large tree. We ordered the Beef Bourguignon, Monte Cristo Sandwich and Crème Brûlée Tart. Everything was prepared well. It was our first time having the Monte Cristo Sandwich which was larger than expected, but so, so good! My husband especially enjoyed dipping it in the jam. The fries were perfectly crisp and seasoned. The Beef Bourguignon was super tender and flavorful. The creamy mashed potatoes were delicious with the truffle red wine jus. The Crème Brûlée Tart was a nice end to a lovely meal. Our server was Caro. She was friendly and courteous. She checked on us often and kept drinks refilled.

Came here on a Sunday and glad we made reservations as we had a party of 9. It took about 30 minutes to get seated once we had checked in. Had the patio seating with a nice breeze and a cool view of the pirate ship. Kids Mac and Cheese: ok and nothing spectacular as it came with mashed potatoes and 5 strawberries. Chicken Gumbo: Being in and out of the south back in the days, I have been accustomed to the southern comfort foods. That being said, I was a bit disappointed but being inside Disneyland, I guess it is ok. Beef Braised Ribs: Looked pretty good and it tasted pretty good as well. The presentation was ok as well especially for it being a fast food joint inside a theme park. Ratatouille Rissito: Was ok and nothing special. Monte Christo with Fries / Salad: now this is what you come to this cafe for as it was good and I would come back again for it. The bread was fluffy and good. This is some oily / greasy goodness.. Did not go inside to see what it is like. Overall experience was pretty good for a restaurant inside a theme park like Disneyland.

The four is for service. The food is a three. This sit down full service restaurant is situated in New Orleans square and beneath some of the balconies of Club 33 (I think - we're not cool enough to know for sure) with a lovely but loud atmosphere. Def recommend making reservations although we were able to get in with a walk up.

Oh man...where to start!? I came in here by way of Reddit. I was at the park on a Thursday and was able to place myself on the waitlist for the same day. 35 minutes was my quote but it felt like I was reached after 15-20. The beef bourguignon is the main attraction, I immediately saw why. My dish was simple but flavorful.The beef slid off with every forkful, yet managed to retain all of its juiciness. My mash was buttered and disintegrated in my mouth. It was topped with three charred carrots and a side of veggies- simplistic art. It was truly magic! Their mint drink- refreshing & potent! The service, attentive, kind and informative. The place itself has old country charm, fitting of the theme of its location: Lousiana charm. I will so be coming back when at Disney

Service was ok. Food took forever to come out and it was terrible. We both got the steak frites (ribeye) and the steak was definitely not ribeye. More like tri tip. Very lean and desert dry. Our portions were tiny and uneven. I got a small piece while my sister got a bigger piece. We also got them cooked medium but they came well done. The fries were good but very salty. The salad, which was a simple spinach with dressing salad, was probably the best thing but such a tiny portion. We ate outside and it was ok. Maybe if it wasn't so windy, the experience would have been more enjoyable. The value was terrible and i will never come back to eat here again.

The food, service, and ambience were immaculate. First timer at Cafe Orleans and what a treat. We originally tried to get a table at the Bayou restaurant inside Pirates but they were sold out. Be sure to sign up over 60 days in advance. However, the next best cafe available was New Orleans and they did not disappoint. We had the Monte Cristo sandwich, gumbo, fries, veggie farro, and wine with extra wine. We had a table of 4 plus a toddler who napped the entire time. It was a great way to decompress at a restaurant although we did take a nap prior at the California grand hotel attached to Disney California adventure. They have a food court outside but if you're looking for alcoholic beverages in Disneyland, reservations are required at restaurants that do serve. Overall it was lovely experience.

We came for my brother's birthday while we were visiting the park and the service was amazing. We all ordered Gumbo which came out very quickly and I ordered the Shrimp Alfredo for the entree. Everything was made to perfection, especially the Gumbo. The servers were all really friendly and it was a nice break from walking all day.

Do yourself a favor and book a reservation for this place in advance. You will thank yourself later when your Disney vacation is met unexpectedly with a 100 degree heat wave. Yes they do walk ins, but waits can be up to an hour depending on time. So don't take that risk and plan ahead. Although even with a reservation, we were seated outside. But let me tell you, just having shade over your heads, ice cold water, and an already decided spot to eat in this heat makes all the difference in the world. My girlfriend and I ordered the beef bourguignon along with a mint julep and a small cup of gumbo. We recommend splitting everything because although we could've finished an entree each, it was better to not stuff ourselves and feel sick in the heat. Overconsumption can definitely creep up on you at Disneyland. The only feedback we had on the food was the gumbo was slightly salty but we were thankful for that because it helped replenish some of the electrolytes we lost. If it was dialed down just a bit it would had pushed a Disney meal surprisingly over the top. I highly recommend this place for your next Disney vacation, and we will definitely be back if we were ever around.

We recently dined at Cafe Orleans for the first time and made our reservations through the Disney app, which was super convenient. We were seated on their lovely outdoor patio, which provided plenty of shade and a nice atmosphere. Our waiter was friendly, and the service was prompt, making our experience enjoyable. One thing to note is that the restaurant does not have its own bathroom. Guests need to leave the restaurant and walk down an alleyway around the shops to find the nearest facilities. The menu is simple, with the option of a prix fixe selection, which is great for those looking to try a bit of everything. The ambiance was relaxing. For my entree, I selected the Cajun butter roasted chicken, and it was absolutely delicious! The side paired perfectly with the dish.

We had a reservation and were seated within a few minutes of when we checked in. We seated in an outdoor area that had a nice ambiance. We got the beef bourguignon, which was pretty delicious. The meat was very tender and the sauce was quite flavorful. It also had an assortment of carrots, onions and mushrooms mixed into the dish, as well as mashed potatoes. We also got the regular monte Cristo sandwich (not the cheese one). The sandwich was pretty heavy and didn't have as much flavor as I would have liked but the garlic fries made up for it! They also at bottomless mint julep, which was a nice surprise. The waitress was attentive with refilling drinks and checked in on us often

Found this place when looking for a sit down option in Disneyland. We did not have a reservation so we joined the walk up list. We were quoted a 55 minute wait and that was pretty accurate. We sat down and were instantly greeted by our server. We had been there for around 45 seconds when she asked for our order. She seemed a bit annoyed that we didn't know what we wanted, which confused us since we had just sat down. The food was pretty decent, but overpriced. This can obviously be expected since it is in a Theme Park. The New Orleans vibes of the restaurant are great. The service was a bit pushy and it was hard to tell if they were trying to turn over tables so each server got as many as possible or if the server was anxious to go home for the night. If you want a decent meal with okay pricing definitely stop by! If you want the high level customer service you typically get from Disney I would go elsewhere.

Came back again for the Beef Buguignon and the famous Monte Cristo! Highly recommend these to when you check out Cafe Orleans! We ate out on the patio with a lovely view of the water and Tom Sawyers island. The service staff are very friendly and nice. This one one of my favorite spots for food at Disneyland!

We came here for a late lunch around 2:30pm so it was pretty easy to snag a reservation for that time in the morning but advance reservations are prob needed for peak times. Between our group we shared the monte cristo sandwich with fries, the Cajun roasted chicken and the beef bourgignon. The beef was melt in your mouth tender and the sauce was very savory. My favorite was definitely the monte cristo sandwich, even though it was fried it felt light and airy and the fries were seasoned and battered really well! Definitely would come back for this. The chicken was ok, just hard to share a half chicken on the bone with a group but still tender. Service was a little slow but the waitress was very friendly and attentive. Almost to the point where she was even trying to get us to take to go cups for water when we turned down refills. I think this location is the best balance if you don't want to spend too much to eat at an upscale restaurant at Disneyland but also enjoy the dine in experience instead of just noshing on snacks around the park.

In our many Disneyland visits, this was our first time dining at Cafe Orleans. The hostesses could have been more friendly and welcoming, but we were at least seated right away. We were seated at their outdoor patio which was nice except the many fruit flies buzzing around your head. The restaurant was quite packed and the tables also felt close to one another. Our waiter was pleasant, but the service was slow. The restaurant also doesn't have a bathroom. Customers would have to leave the restaurant, walk down this alley way around shops for the nearest facility. We ordered the stone fruit, burrata and prosciutto salad. A well balanced dish with its sweetness, creaminess and saltiness. The only down side was that the stone fruit attracted more fruit flies. The buzzing was annoyingly unpleasant. We also ordered a Caesar salad appetizer. The dressing was tasty, but the lettuce wasn't chopped which is something I really dislike. I prefer my salad already cut and ready to eat. For our entree, we chose beef bourguignon and Cajun butter roasted chicken. The beef bourguignon was amazingly delicious! The meat was tender, the carrots sweet, mashed potatoes perfectly complemented the dish and there was plenty of sauce. The roasted chicken in comparison was boring. Chicken was still moist, but could have used more seasoning. For my drink, I ordered their bourbon julep and it wasn't my favorite. It tasted too much of mint and nothing else. We paid $153.62 (with tip). Overall, the food was satisfying and we would give them another try, but please hold the fruit flies.

I guess I shouldn't have high hopes but I did. I was looking forward to some good New Orleans food. I didn't find it here. We were seated outside and surprisingly had to wait a bit for our server. But then ordered some gumbo to start and a risotto. My dining companion got the half chicken. None of it was the stuff to write home about. The gumbo was the best of it but didn't taste much better than canned soup. The rice was clumpy in the middle too. The risotto was a big miss. Where were the fresh seasonal vegetables we were promised. And the half chicken was dried and there were like 3-4 small potatoes chunks. Not a healthy side portion and would've liked some more. We didn't stick around for dessert but had to stick around because when I paid by credit card, the server forgot to return the card. And then disappeared. And then had to find it. While she did, no real apologies were made. Just not very Disney like. Disappointed. You can do better in the park.

Located in Disneyland next to Tiana's palace, overlooking the lake. I was able to reserve a table here at around 3pm during a special ticketed event-- Star Wars Nite. The only available timeslot was the 11:20PM lol. When we checked in to the hostess at our reserved time, they told us to sit back down as they will text when the table was ready. Five minutes later we got seated and we looked at the limited special menu offerings for the night. Earlier I had listed my allergens and the crew took care of my dish VERY accurately and carefully, which I really am grateful for. They notified me of potential cross contamination and ingredients that would trigger my allergies. It involved the chef walking out to speak to me and asking me for more information on my dietary needs. I was about to give up and not get anything (so sorry for the trouble!), but they came back and told me they would like to get me a seasoned chicken breast and vegetables on the house due to the trouble of going back and forth. I complied and when we got our plates, wow I was so surprised! The dish was soft, hearty, and delicious! I was super happy eating such a comforting meal unexpectedly and my boyfriend remarked they may have also possibly seen the happy birthday pin I had on. The wait was long due to the fresh meal and we ended up being the last table, however a big thank you to the cast members that ensured I had a wonderful experience and a wonderful birthday dinner. So so grateful I had to thank them extra!!

Made reservations in advance and were seated a few minutes after checking in. The patio is great for relaxing after running around the park. Service was friendly but took time. We ordered monte cristo's, fries, and gumbo for our lunch. The monte cristo can be easily shared for those with lighter appetites. However, this was extremely greasy and we had stomaches for most of the day. Gumbo was seasoned-well but borderline salty. Recommend for lunch but would order something different next time.

Money Cristi had no taste- just left a bad taste in my mouth...it was more greasy than anything. Not what we remembered it to be. Sad.

We had reservations fairly early. Our table was the worst spot in the place and walk in parties had better seating. Our waitress, Stephanie (pretty sure that was her name) absolutely hates her job or just hated us. She was not nice at all. The food was just ok but some of it was not good. The Burrata dish looked and sounded good, it has crispy prosciutto and but then completely raw pears. Like cold to bite into. It was not a good combo. Poached pears would have made a world of difference. The Caesar salad croutons were so large and hard that I couldn't actually bite into them or cut them. Just wasn't a good meal. I've been to a lot of Disney restaurants and this was the most disappointing experience

This place mainly runs on reservations only and it's best to reserve it about a month or so ahead of time before your visit. I happened to be lucky and was able to snag a spot while checking the app on day of my trip to Disneyland. I ordered a mint julep, beef bourguignon, and gumbo soup. The order arrived with the gumbo soup first and then the beef bourguignon. The food was way better than what I was expecting. The gumbo soup had a strong taste with a lot of spices. The rice wasn't too soft and mixed very well with the gumbo. The beef bourguignon was so tender that it ripped apart without even needing a knife. The wine sauce wasn't overbearing and the meat was cooked nicely. My only disappointment was the mint julep, which tasted like my toothpaste. Overall, I enjoyed the food here. I especially liked the patio view, seeing people walk around and enjoy the theme park. The food is on the expensive side, but definitely worth it even for just experience.

New Orleans Square is one of my personal favorite themed lands at Disneyland because it resembles 19th-century New Orleans. Café Orleans is a restaurant inside New Orleans Square. I have eaten at nearby Blue Bayou Restaurant and the old French Market (now Tiana's Palace) in the past and wanted to try something new. I made lunch reservations here at Café Orleans on my most recent trip to Disneyland and enjoyed my time here. I have been to New Orleans before and a huge fan of Cajun food. Café Orleans is a table service restaurant that serves Cajun-Creole cuisine. It is a more casual atmosphere than Blue Bayou. Reservations are strongly suggested or plan on waiting for a while. They have French Quarter favorites like Gumbo and Jambalaya for both lunch and dinner. I haven't had a Monte Cristo in forever and ordered that for my entrée. I also ordered a cup of Gumbo. After years of visiting Disneyland, it was nice to try out a new place that I haven't eaten at before. Everything was delicious and it was nice to rest my feet for a bit after walking around most of the day.

October 2023 --- We were assisted by Bryce, for starters. Cafe Orleans is ALWAYS on our list to dine in because we know they offer vegetarian dishes. With that said..... We ordered -- 2 Vegetarian Monte Cristo's 1 Iced Tea 1 House Hurricane cocktail First off, the portion size for the MC's are pretty large and shareable if you are not starving. The pom frites or (fries) were very delicious and seasoned to perfection. My salad, however, was grossly over dressed. I will definitely be ordering dressing on the side, moving forward. To say that the cocktail was the best menu item is a little disappointing. We will still visit in the future, but definitely will be mindful of what is ordered and how it's communicated. Kudos to Bryce and the table we were seated at for being able to plug in my phone cord to keep staying digital during our massively fun Disney day!

We waited about 20 minutes for a table for around lunchtime. There's indoor and outdoor seating available. We shared the Battered & Fried Monte Cristo Sandwich and Chicken Jambalaya Pasta. The Battered & Fried Monte Cristo comes with fries and a sandwich cut in half. The sandwich and fries tasted soooo good! The sandwich was a bit heavy, but it was delicious. The fries were crispy and well-seasoned. The Chicken Jambalaya Pasta was okay, it was very spicy for me, so it's not something I'd get again. Recommendation(s): - Battered & Fried Monte Cristo Sandwich Service: 5/5 Tip(s): - Indoor and outdoor seating available - Can get packed, but we got lucky and waited only 20 minutes for lunch

Got to spend our wedding anniversary at Disneyland and had reservation for Cafe orleans. Monte cristo is so yummy. The mint julep never disappoints. And the hubby pre-ordered a celebration cake and it was a decadent perfection. Service was impeccable and we were able to share our special Disney moments with him and relived our engagement story at the happiest place on earth. It was a very memorable day!

We were able to score a last minute reservation on the Disneyland app for 7:50pm. We were seated rather quickly, but it took a moment for our server to come to the table. All of the food was delicious with the beef Bourguignon topping the charts with flavor! The bad side to this restaurant is that the kitchen closes right at 9pm and our server came up to our table letting us know that and rushing us to order dessert if we wanted it. By 9pm the bus boy had to collect everything off the table even if we were still eating. They provided Togo containers and plastic silverware to finish eating. They did let you stay at your table. This upset my entire party. If the kitchen closes at 9pm then why are you allowing reservations between 750-8pm. It makes no sense!!

Came here with my husband and friends. I ordered the Caesar salad to start with and my husband he gumbo. Salad was very creamy and crisp. It's a good portion for a started but I'd ask if you can add chicken to make it an entree if you're wanting a healthy option. The gumbo soup was a cups worth and the flavors were amazing. Recommending this too. For our entrees I ordered the Beef Bourguignon and the Cajun Butter roasted chicken. I didn't try the beef plate but my husband was wiping it clean, the beef plate came with some veggies and mashed potatoes . I would NOT recommend the Cajun chicken, it came with mixed vegetables but I substituted for rice. The chicken had no flavor and the rice was mushy. Other than that everything else was good we had Frank as our server and he was good about checking up on us.

Ambiance Nice patio seating great for people watching. Very few tables inside. The staff dressed for the period. Rating 5 Service Waitress had no pulse. Did the minimum until I complained about one dish, she was salvaging her tip. No one refilled our water had to ask for it. Rating 2 Food Battered and fried Monte Christo This is a classic. Turkey, ham and cheese. Dip it in jam so good. Rating 5 Beef Bourguignon With mashed potatoes and carrots. Beautifully plated. Started to consume it large pieces of fat were in meat. Told the waitress and her response was 'it's a short rib'. I said bring another piece or take the dish off the bill her attitude improved. Another piece came with no fat. Most restaurants replace the dish. Not here. The truffle red wine jus was delicious and beef tender. Rating 3

I would recommend anything else in Disneyland. I think I would have been happier with a churro or a Mickey pretzel! As soon as the food came out it tasted like it's been sitting for hours. Just terrible. I'm not one to expect Michelin meals here at Disney land but the price for the food here is absolutely ridiculous. Service was okay, we heard lots of complaints from parties around us regarding long wait times, long wait times is the last thing you want to deal with while eating at Disneyland! As for the ambiance the only nice thing I can say is that it fits the New Orleans ambiance and has air conditioning. Also no matter what you do, do NOT order the creme brûlée!!!

Made reservations but wasn't sat down for about 30 min after. I wasn't to pleased about that being that this is supposed to be a happy place. This was my first time trying this Cafe as everyone raves about the monte cristo sandwich. I tried the sandwich and it was good but not my favorite. The breading was a little much for my liking and the fried weren't my favorite. My favorite here was the Gumbo. This is probably the best Gumbo I have tried and its probably not even traditional from what ive read lol. So much flavor and punch to this. Since this was a one time stop at this Cafe, we ordered just about everything from the menu. The Beef Bourguignon was nice a moist. It did have some fatty pieces, but over had covered with a nice demi sauce with veggies. The shrimp pasta was good, nothing over the top but it had a nice cajun flavor and hit the spot. I did like that they served beer here. I had to indulge in a few of those before I went back into the heat. Good experience overall, and I would definitely go back for the Gumbo.

Cafe Orleans is a popular restaurant that is by reservation. Walk-ins are rare and not always guaranteed. If you don't come right away when called upon, your chance to dine will be forfeited. For every visit we have been fortunate to have great service that catered to our needs. When busy they remind us we're not forgotten. Life isn't perfect and we can't expect instant gratification. They do their best while running around! The reason for each returning visit is the infamous Battered and Fried Monte Cristo sandwich ($21). You can either get the original Monte Cristo with Turkey or with three cheeses. The pommes frites that come with are now steak fries. Regardless, it is still a tasty pair with the main attraction. This delightful sandwich is savory, indulgent, and heavy in the happiest way. Eating out on the patio while watching the crowd walk by is the best way to enjoy this meal. No Disneyland trip is complete unless we have our Monte Cristo sandwich. It's become part of our special tradition and hopefully yours too!