Coral Reef Restaurant

We ordered the Jamaican wings, and surf and turf with the key lime tart for dessert. I didn’t feel it was super dark like some other reviews. Marcus was our server and he did a good job making suggestions and keeping our drinks full. Dining by the aquarium was a nice experience. We used the Annual Pass dinner discount that was available which I feel is the right value for the food served. I don’t think I would need to go back unless running the summer promotion again.

If you want to charge these prices, you might need to reconsider the restaurant and the food. The interior feels completely outdated (let's say you call it nostalgic—fine), but the portions are incredibly small and the prices are very high. The fettuccine shrimp tasted good. We also had the snapper — it was very small, and the mango sauce didn’t really go well with it. Also, when the bread arrived, I thought what came with it was butter, but it turned out to be the sweetest, candy-like “butter” I’ve ever seen.

Had a 6:30pm reservation. Checked in early and was sat right away. Had a lovely view of 2 of the aquarium windows and coukd see a lot. Nice sized both we fit 3 adults in it but it was set for 5 which if it was 5 adults may feel like your on top of each other. Bread was good but almost seemed stale on the outside a weird crunch that just seemed a bit stiff. Sweet like Hawaiian role and the butter had a sweetness as well but all in all wasn't that bad. The coconut shrimp was nice size with a good crunch from the coconut breading and the mango salsa complimented it well. Subbed the shrimp from chicken on the fettuccine which still worked. There was a lot of sauce which I love and a nice lemon after taste that worked with the creaminess of the sauce. The chicken was plain very little seasoning but I think it worked well that way with the sauce. Friends got the salad and soup as an entree and enjoyed them both, did say the salad with the plantain chips/dressing/capers it was a but on the salty side. The bisque was flavorful and creamy with a nice lobster flavor. The mojo chicken was juicy and flavorful and the plantain chips added a nice crunch to go with the rice beans and chicken. The dessert were perfection. The key lime tart was flavorful, light and that perfect tart flavor. The bread pudding was to die for. The ice cream atop the crusty outside but gooey inside was perfect. The Carmel rum sauce was an excellent addition that wasn't to sweet and complimented bothe the bread pudding and the vanilla ice cream perfectly. I know some say the portions are small but I think they were just right I was able to eat my entire meal and almost all the dessert and was full but not overflowing. And when your headed back to the park you don't really want to carry leftovers. Is a little but more on the pricier side of things but overall I think it was a good meal with an original atmosphere with watching the aquarium occupants swimming by.

We were able to be added to the walk-up list with a 10-minute wait for a 3pm lunch. We checked in, and our table was ready immediately. Our hostess showed us to our table, which was in the middle row of the restaurant. The rows of tables are on different levels, providing everyone a good view of the aquarium. The environment had dimmed lighting but was not too dark. It was quiet...a nice break from the hustle and bustle of the theme park. It was a bonus to be able to watch the sea animals and fish in the aquarium while we waited for our meal. Our server was friendly and responsive. The menu provided a nice array of beverages (both alcoholic and non-alcoholic), appetizers, entrees, and desserts. The bread and butter is complimentary and is similar to what you find at the Polynesian restaurants. My spouse ordered the lobster bisque and enjoyed it. We also both enjoyed our surf and turf entrees, which consisted of three shrimp, steak, mashed potatoes, and grilled yellow and red peppers. We found the serving size satisfying and on par with Disney prices.

What a fantastic place to eat! Dillon was our server and he was absolutely on it never left us wanting. The view of the 2nd largest aquarium in the states is astounding. We had the coconut shrimp, snapper, surf & turf and everything was spectacular. If you're in Epcot this place is a must.

Was really hoping for a perfect experience. For the price, the portions are very small. My Snapper was so tiny and on a massive bed of cheap rice. The sauce was good and it was the topping as the tiny and over fried coconut shrimp, definitely not worth the $35. This was a Mother's Day dinner and my wife and daughter ordered the Shrimp Fettuccine. They said it was good and the pasta was homemade as stated by our waiter. However, there were 6 31-40 count size shrimp on one order and only 3 on the other! So, no one is really counting or concerned with presentation and for $35, it's a crapshoot. Finally, the tank is ok, but it's just a small portion and less viewing area than you should expect. Plus, there's no dress code so your going to get the same rude guest appearance and temperament that you find at the park, just indoors.... there's a reason this one doesn't show up on any top lists on Google or in travel sites. We won't be doing it again.

This was my first experience at Coral Reef Restaurant on 2/9/25. We had a midday reservation and were greeted as soon as we entered the door. After checking in, we were seated within 7 minutes. Our booth wasn’t right against the aquarium window but it was 1one row back which allowed us to have a good view without people looking at us to see the fish. The service was top notch and what you would expect from Disney. From the delicious offerings to peaceful atmosphere, we had a great lunch! I got the shrimp fettuccine and my friends got the surf & turf and the grilled mahi. The food came out quickly and was so delicious! I first thought my got duped because it looked like I hardly had any food in my bowl. However, the bowl was much deeper and the food was very delicious. I was stuffed after finishing. My friends and I will be back in the future!

What a fantastic place to eat! We started with the lobster bisque (so flavorful), coconut shrimp, and Jamaican spice rum glazed wings—each one delicious. For the main course, the surf and turf was spot on—the 6oz filet was cooked to perfection. I was in vacation mode and topped it all off with a Mai Tai. Our server, Ilham, was absolutely amazing—friendly, attentive, and made sure everything was perfect from start to finish. Everything from the food to the atmosphere made for a great experience. If you’re in Epcot, definitely make time for this spot!

John was our server he was great! My boyfriend got the grilled snapper and I got the surf and turf they were both amazing. Would highly recommend this restaurant.

With a reservation, it was not a long wait for a table. At first, we sat at a booth in the back, but I couldn't see the Coral Reef. Eva Maria checked with the hostess, and found us a table right by the window. It was wonderful to watch the sharks, rays, and fish swimming by. At the end of our meal, we even saw two scuba divers inside the tank. Ruby took care of us and she was fantastic. We both ordered the sugar-free lemonade, & the surf and turf with filet mignon and grilled shrimp. She brought the drinks quickly with a small loaf of Hawaiian bread. It tasted so good - plain, no butter. The surf and turf comes with mashed potatoes, but I asked if there was anything else I could have. Ruby said I could have rice and that's what I requested and got. Husband got the mashed potatoes. We both enjoyed everything on our plate. He had no room for dessert, but I had a little extra room, so I ordered the bread pudding with vanilla ice cream with coconut shavings. Husband does not like bread pudding, but he enjoyed the ice cream I offered him. Everything about our meal & service was five stars out of five. We have not been here in a long time, and we are so glad we decided to celebrate my birthday 2 weeks late at this restaurant in Epcot. When we return, we hope that Ruby will be our wait staff once again. She was the best!

Honestly, we love Disney and all the magic they offer, even the cast members are wonderful. They have many terrific restaurants throughout the parks and figured this one was also good. Overall the ambiance was great, we were seated next to an underwater aquarium, so we saw sharks and other aquatic wild life so that was pretty cool. Our waitstaff were really nice and helpful with our needs. We ordered the surf and turf, lobster bisque and coconut shrimp. Everything came out well, but taste wise were semi mediocre. The shrimp were kind of on the small side, and were maybe stale. The steak we ordered medium rare, came out slightly medium well , barely any pink and was pretty dry and bland. I don't mean to be a snob, but compared to all the other Disney restaurants at Epcot, this one was not good. The lobster bisque was the only thing we enjoyed. Good chunks of lobster and flavored seafood bisque

This place was very elegant. Where we sat though we only saw a small portion of the aquarium. The aquarium had a lot of different fish, a shark and a few sting rays. There are three levels to eat. I think the best is the bottom level, or the seats closest to the tank on level 2 and 3. The middle level, there was those sitting closer who were blocking park of our view. The food was amazing. We had the disney dining plan while staying at the resort which allowed us to get an entree, drink and a dessert. The fettuccine was very well sauced and the sauce has a zingy lime taste to it. I loved it! My salmon tasted so good. I dont like onions but i ate them with the mango salsa. The lime guaco puree at the bottom was *chefs kiss*. Our server was training another server so we had double attention. If you use the disney plan and are in different rooms, make sure you tell them to break it up. As we learned the hard way and had to have it fixed. Overall, i would go back but request a seat in the middle, second levwl but closer to the tank.

I wanted a restaurant that was fun and beautiful to celebrate me graduating college so I chose coral reef. It was super easy to make reservations on the MyDisney App and I was able to change times with no problems. It's absolutely beautiful in here. I love the ambience of the place- being under water while sitting by a beautiful huge fish tank was beautiful and kept my attention the whole time. While we were there they were also scuba diving which is what I hoped to see while I was there as well. So I loved it very much. My only issues are- the menu extremely limited. I had went with my boyfriend and uncle. My boyfriend is easy to choose foods but my uncle couldn't decide the menu is like one page and that's it. I knew I wanted the seafood boil- but for the price the size portion didn't match. It was okay, not the best just okay. But I ate it and was okay with it. My uncle and boyfriend ended up enjoying their meal. As everyone says the ambience is what this place is really for- the menu is not the best so plan accordingly and look at the menu in advance not for just you but for your whole party. All the cast members were so sweet in here but the price points don't match the food and depending where you sit you might not get a good glimpse ( which at first we didn't because there was a family directly in front of us) but once they left we could see perfectly. I don't see us coming back here again. It was much better in the past but that was also over 10+ years ago. But overall I enjoyed it the best I could.

Small menu made it way easier to choose; I ordered the snapper. I'm used to eating the whole fish when I have snapper, so it was a pleasant surprise to see it come out as a little fillet! It was a nice take on a dish I've had so many time growing up- this was spiced nicely and portioned well. The rice was good, the mango salsa was ok. I also ordered the plantain chips, thin and crunchy, very nice. The restaurant has a fantastic view of an aquarium tank which was such a cool touch.

The menu is extremely limiting. There is a not a lot of options here. This restaurant is more for the ambiance, because there is a giant fish tank for show. It was definitely relaxing and calming to watch the fish tank, but it was also weird to know I'm eating seafood while watching the sea critters swim around. I got the shrimp alfredo, which was actually better than expected! The sauce was super flavorful and had an interesting tang to it. There was also a generous among of shrimpies in there and were cooked well. Service was great as well. Overall, I was quite disappointed with the limiting menu. I had a hard time choosing what to eat. But it was a fun experience and the pasta ended up very satisfying.

Finding a place to eat with hungry kids at Epcot is a challenge, so I jumped on the walk-in list for Coral Reef! The best part? The ambiance. The restaurant is beautifully decorated, the waiting area offers ice-cold water (a lifesaver in Florida's heat), and the aquarium is stunning--sharks, turtles, stingrays, and more glide by while you dine. The food? Meh. My husband liked the lobster bisque (he was starving), but the chicken wings and mahi-mahi were just okay. The rice? Dry. The kids' mac and cheese? Nothing special. And the adorable Nemo bundt cake? Cute but not a hit with my kids. Final verdict: Come for the ambiance and incredible aquarium views--not the food

We made it a must do to have dinner at Epcot when we are in town for Summit. This year we chose Coral Reef because of the aquarium in the restaurant. We made a reservation a few days prior and got our reminders on my Disney app which you can also check in when you are nearby. When we got there we were seated right away. Our server was Victor and he made our first experience a great one. He gave great recommendations which is what we were going to order before asking. During service he also did a trivia with us which was educational for my kids. We ordered the lobster bisque for apps and it's one of the best I've had. You think there's only a few lobster pieces, but there were more in the soup. I ordered the shrimp fettuccine which was tasty and creamy. My daughter had the grilled snapper which was cooked perfectly and the coconut lime rice was a great pair to it. My little one of course had the Mac and cheese which he devoured. Definitely a great place to dine especially with the little ones. They can enjoy the beautiful aquarium while dining.

I had a great time here! I love how you can see all the animals swimming as you eat. I love sharks so seeing all the different kinds swim by was so exciting. The ocean theme was everything and more as well. Our waitress was very kind and informative letting us know about the menu items and the kinds of creatures you could see. I got a delicious salad with plantains and it was very fresh. The shrimp pasta was one of the best I've had! Everything was perfect here and they even brought out a dessert for my friends bday. Very nice! Loved it here!

This was my first time dining at this somewhat iconic spot - firstly, I think you definitely come here for the ambiance. I love the theming here, from the underwater elements in the lobby to the views of the open ocean tank while you dine. You don't often see classic theming like this at Disney restaurants anymore! I had a raspberry mojito from the drink menu, which boasts mostly fruity, sweet, tropical drinks. It was nice! We started with both the chicken wings and the coconut shrimp, and I'm always pleased by complimentary bread and butter. The sweet bread was a nice change up and went well with the apps we ordered. The chicken wings had a nice flavor - better than I expected! The coconut shrimp were standard, but no complaints about a good standard coconut shrimp. I ordered the surf and turf. Firstly, I'm not sure that 3 pieces of shrimp along the steak fully feels like a great surf and turf deal, but I was pretty stuffed from the meal, so I can look past that. Unfortunately, my medium steak came out very medium rare, and though I hate sending things back, I did. Our server was extremely kind about it, and I was quickly brought a new plate, so no complaints there at the end of the day. But even with my new medium steak, I felt like I've had a better quality, smoother filet at other Disney restaurants, though the chimmichurri sauce was very good. The mashed potatoes had nice flavor, but were more vaguely smashed than a smooth puree you might expect. A friend ordered the shrimp fettuccine and was satisfied but not blown away. I wish I had room for dessert; they looked great! Overall, great service, fun ambiance, fine food. I think I'd return with friends who wanted to go, but I won't add it to my list of favorites on property.

I really enjoyed my visit - if you're seated at one of the booths you have a great view of the aquarium to see sharks, stingrays and fish swim by. The service was a bit slow but did not really impact the overall visit. I really enjoyed the lobster bisque as well as the chicken. The vegan crab cakes were tasty but the remoulade was so incredibly salty it nearly ruined the meal. The Paloma was not great and tasted a bit watered down. I would not order it again. Overall the experience was not bad but expect to pay a Disney premium.

The food was decent with good flavors, but each dish had something that my partner or I weren't a fan of. Coconut shrimp had no seasoning in the breading. Grilled snapper had a little too much going on (seasoned rice, mango salsa, thick seasoning on the shrimp), and the surf and turf fillet was overcooked. Quick service and incredible atmosphere being so close to the aquarium. However, I personally would not eat here again for full price.

OK pretty decent! So I've been a pass holder on and off since I was a kid in 1986 and I finally tried this place. So once they made this restaurant I have always wanted to go but it was riddled with bad reviews and there were always a better place to try at Epcot. Maybe it because we were at the Space 220 which I thought was terrible tasting dishes but it was really good I thought. My absolute favorite was the lobster bisque and the wings were delicious! I would say the kids meals were very small you could fill those plates with fries and not lose $$$ just to make the plate look fuller. And the butter in my opinion was not good although half of our party liked it the other half hated it. It was a flavored butter.

What a fantastic place to eat! We started with the lobster bisque (so flavorful), coconut shrimp, and Jamaican spice rum glazed wings--each one delicious. For the main course, the surf and turf was spot on--the 6oz filet was cooked to perfection. I was in vacation mode and topped it all off with a Mai Tai. Our server, Ilham, was absolutely amazing--friendly, attentive, and made sure everything was perfect from start to finish. Everything from the food to the atmosphere made for a great experience. If you're in Epcot, definitely make time for this spot!

Coral Reef is a hidden gem! We did the Candlelight package and the value that this included was phenomenal. If you can snag a reservation for this, I can't recommend it enough! Lauren was our server and she was incredible. I started with the Sparkling Hibiscus and a coffee. The coffee was great- a standard disney coffee, but great! The Sparkling Hibiscus was refreshing and light, the perfect balance for a nice day! Anthony had a margarita and it was also well made. The cocktails here are well crafted and balanced. Our meals were also delicious. We both had the Surf and Turf. The filets were nicely prepared with mashed potatoes, peppers, and shrimp. We also had the key lime tart and chocolate mousse for dessert which were great as well! Altogether, our meal was delicious and the atmosphere was so fun with the aquarium around us!

Loved the layout of this place. It is truly a meal with a view. The view is of the fish tank and all the different sea life on display. Reslly cool. As for the food, it wasn't bad at all. The wings were crispy and had a lovely sauce to them. The coconut shrimp were cooked nicely with a beautiful crunch to them. The surf and turf was flavorful and a big portion. Shocked that it wasn't more crowded considering how busy the park was. I would come back.

The cool thing about this restaurant is the aquarium dining view. While you eat you get to watch sharks, rays, and a variety of fish. Very cool! I enjoyed the Caribbean Salad with Plantain Chips. It was refreshing. The complimentary bread was accompanied by a delicious citrus butter. Service was good.

This is a beloved spot for us as we enjoy dining and overlooking the aquarium tank. On this particular trip we were crushed to find that our favorite shrimp and grits was GONE. The menu had changed some since our last visit earlier in the year and it seems like the menu and the portions just got smaller. Thankfully the one thing that didn't change was the pineapple bread that they usually bring out before the meal. We decided to stop being hung up on our shrimp and grits and give the seafood boil a try. It was delicious, but the portion was small. It was more shells than anything. I also recommend getting a side of rice because otherwise you might stay hungry. All woes from the food and menu aside, our server was absolutely phenomenal. She was so great to talk to and when she noticed that our son loved looking for hidden Mickeys she took him around the restaurant to find 2 more that he wasn't aware of. We submitted a cast compliment because she was amazing and made our visit an excellent one.

I asked my (now grown) daughter which restaurants she wanted me to reserve for our recent trip. The Coral Reef was her first choice because of her fond childhood memories of watching the sharks and rays swim by while we ate. It didn't disappoint. We had a later reservation so there were fewer young children than I remember. After a full day in the park, we were able to relax and enjoy the view. Our waitress was sweet and didn't rush us. We both had the Mahi Mahi with mango and avocado. It was delicious as were the fruity cocktails that we were able to order with the dining plan. For dessert, we had the key lime tart and the coconut bread pudding...soooo good. Then we rolled out of there just in time for the fireworks. A perfect evening.

The ambiance is amazing. Who doesn't want to watch the aquarium and feel under the water. However this was some of the worst food I've ever had especially from Disney. I shouldn't even have paid for it. The steak that I ordered as a medium was pink even on the outside. I love steak and I wouldn't even touch it at all certain point. The service was great it was the one of two restaurant in all of Disney that gave us a free desert for a birthday celebration. However that was the only good thing in the meal as the pasta was also terrible. I should've sent it back but we were short on time since we're at Disney. Very disappointed and definitely won't go back.

This was my first time visiting the Coral Reef Restaurant, and I absolutely loved it! The fish tank in the background with all of the different marine life swimming around is so cool. We did the candle light dining package, and that includes 2 drinks, 2 entrees and 2 desserts for my wife and I. We started with the coral-ita and a hibiscus drink which was recommended by our server, and both were absolutely phenomenal! We ordered the surf and turf, which came out amazing! Medium filet with 3 oversized shrimp with grilled peppers and mashed potatoes. Lastly, we had the key lime tart and chocolate mousse dessert. Everything that we had didn't miss at all and exceeded my expectations! I really recommend trying this restaurant if you're around in Epcot! It's close by the Nemo ride, so fitting!!

The best part of Coral Reef is definitely the ambiance. The giant aquarium windows are so fun to watch! The food is okay. The menu is quite limited so you have to be in the mood for the specific foods they offer. I wasn't really into the regular menu and ended up ordering off the kids menu. I wanted the mahi mahi, but didn't want the coconut lime rice. Ordered the mahi off the kids menu and it was fine and half the price. Service was fine. Our server was cheeky and funny and always came back to check on us. Overall, I'd come back if I could sit at a table close to the aquarium. Seeing all the animals was super cool!

This place was wonderful. I think the interior and ambiance is very aquatic and also soothing. My toddler loves fish and is absolutely enchanted with the aquarium, so we thought this would be a good distraction for him so that we could also enjoy a meal. Our waiter was such a wonderful guy, very heavy on the humor and it was well received. Our group had the mahi and chicken and both were quite good. There were no complaints. The bread was also delicious. We had no complaints, the only negative thing is the menu is a bit limited, but otherwise everything is actually quite nice.

While our waiter was AMAZING, I really did NOT love my food. It was mediocre at best and when I finished eating, I was kind of bummed I cleaned my plate, lol. I got the chicken wings. I asked for them to be COMPLETELY NAKED. No sauces. No seasonings. No glaze. NOTHING. However, when they arrived, they were SHINEY AF.... Which means, there was definitely a glaze on them. I expressed my concern and everyone was nice about it, took them back but returned them moments later claiming that they were naked like I requested. When I ate them, they had this subtle tangy flavor at times (only on the flats which was kinda weird) but other than the tang, they were cooked crispy and not terrible. I just really wished they were NAKED NAKED. My husband got the surf and turf and the lobster bisque and was a fan of everything he ate so thats good, and my kids enjoyed their mac and cheese, so win there too... I just wish I was a Disney freak and knew I needed to make dining reservations days in advance because had i known, we definitely would have eaten else where. Hey, at least i got to relive my childhood of watching Full House.

Enjoy the aquarium while you eat! This place is great, I definitely recommend a reservation and request where you want to sit in your reservation. The decor and everything are very on theme. The service was great and we really enjoyed our food and drinks. We just did appetizers and drinks and it was perfect for a midday stop during the world showcase. I loved watching all the fish swim by while enjoying our meal.

Omg, I had such a good experience here with my mom last month! We were exhausted from two long days at Disney, and decided to stop here on our way out of EPCOT. We were pleasantly surprised! I ordered the fettuccine and my mom got the steak with chimichurri sauce. The pasta noodles were fresh, the sauce was creamy, but not too heavy. I tried my mom's steak and loved the chimichurri sauce so much that I ordered a side of it to add to my pasta! Our waiter was very friendly. The restaurant was busy but I appreciate them accommodating my mom and I at the last minute. The aquarium walls are a nice touch. I felt like I was having dinner under the sea. The next time I visit EPCOT, I will eat here again gladly!

An Iconic Disney World Epcot Restaurant! Coral Reef was featured in two popular 90s tv shows! It was in "Full House" and "Boy Meets World". In the Disney World episode of "Full House" Danny tries to propose to his girlfriend Vicky and takes her to Coral Reef. Three years later in an episode of "Boy Meets World", Topanga dines at the restaurant while Cory scuba dives in the aquarium to get her attention. Hopefully that triggered some fond memories for you guys! I'd say Coral Reef was my favorite dining experience in all of Disney World. Not only is the aquarium beautiful, the food is delicious too! I loved the warm bread they served with that orange butter! it's soooo yummy! Mmm I want more! My friend and I were eating all day in the park, so we just came here for some drinks and small bites. I got the Pina Colava which is pretty much a Lava Flow, I highly recommend it. We shared the Seafood Artichoke Dip and some shrimp cocktail. Everything we had was great! Make sure to put this at the top of your Epcot/Disney World list!

Menu entrees limited. Snapper is tasty. The turf in surf and turf wasn't cooked to specifications but server offered to replace. Service was slow - noon reservation and food came at around 12:45 Very cool to view the aquarium, although ironic to view and eat fish :)

The Coral reef is not a place for blowing your mind and taste buds. It's great for ambiance. With the sea life swimming by as you are dinning. Food wise I was not impressed at all. Olive garden serves better tasting Alfredo sauce. Since I did order the shrimp fettuccine, I can honesty say the sour cream or cream cheese that was used in the sauce was all I could taste. Im happy my kids enjoyed their meals , they got the steak . My drink was awesome I tried the piña colava and it was pretty good. The service was just ok . The receptionist couldn't really understand our request we had to keep repeating everything to her. All I can say is , the ambiance is cool. Food is not really as good. Just ok .

After many years of emptying my photo album, I get to finally review the Coral reef! I've kept the photos because I didn't not want to review this place! Lol I've been lazy. This place is so immersive and takes places under the sea - cue Sebastian little mermaid voice. It is a relatively fine dining and a wonderful experience. The Ambience and environment is comforting and relaxing. The meals were exquisite and delicious; the drinks were made to perfection! Honestly, no cons here. Lots of couples were here enjoying themselves and there were families around but everyone was well behaved. The menu is easy to ready and our waitress was so nice and attentive! Best Disney service thus far in a dining aspect. The meat was cooked as we wanted and the chocolate wave was perfection. Honestly, having a drink here to lounge with the fishes is a vibe!

What a delight! After days of running through the parks at Disney eating fast food, we had a delicious relaxed dinner sitting in a cool quiet dining room. There is a one million gallon fish tank in front of you which held all kinds of tropical fish, stingrays and sharks. So peaceful to sip an alcoholic drink ( actually had alcohol in it - unlike some other restaurants in Disney) and watch the fish. I had Surf and Turf ( Shrimp) I ordered it medium- it came out more "well" but melted in your mouth. There were also 3 large shrimp. Very tasty. It was served with mashed potatoes and roasted vegetables. The meal was very good and the service was excellent.

A truly unique place to have a meal at Epcot. We had dinner here on Saturday, May 17, 2025 and truly enjoyed the meal. We were a bit concerned about whether the menu was too limiting but the food was excellent and we would definitely go back. Be sure to check the menu before you go as picky eaters might struggle. Service was first class. Friendly, helpful, attentive to our needs. Was able to share information about the fish and sealife that you get to watch while having your meal. The atmosphere and overall ambiance is one of a kind. All of the tables are positioned so that everyone gets a view of the huge tank filled with great fish swimming around. While we were there, a couple got engaged and I can understand why they would have wanted to have such an important experience at this restaurant.

WOW! We came to lunch at Coral Reef right after riding the finding Nemo ride! (fit the theme) cast members were friendly and accommodating as our daughter was in a wheel chair for this trip. We sat right next to the aquarium!! It was breathtaking ! The coconut pineapple bread with honey citrus butter was DELICIOUS (I don't have a picture because it was devoured as soon as it was placed on the table! Now, to the main course.. I forget what my husband had it he cleared his plate - as for myself, I loved the Caribbean salad with grilled chicken. My daughter loved hers as well.. she finished her entire meal!! Although we didn't have dessert due to being too full, the options sounded/looked very good (we will have to save room next time !)

Coral Reef was very very enjoyable. Our group had a nice spread. I had the prime rib, one person had the salmon, a couple of others had other varieties on the menu. The wait staff was fast, we made a reservation and got in immediately even slightly early for our reservation. The inside is awesome looking with a giant fish tank. The tank has turtles, sharks, stingrays, and plenty of fish. It wasn't too loud and they served our food quickly as well as bread for a starter. We will absolutely be back to dine. They also gave us some fun facts about the turtles. Apparently, there are 3 turtles but one can't be in the tank because he's bad...whatever that means. It made us laugh. Great experience!! Try it out, good portions, great ambiance. You'll be glad you did.

While visiting Epcot with my family i made lunch reservation at the Coral Reef. We arrived a few minutes early and were seated right away, right by the aquarium. The lighting was not too bright with cool temperature, a contrast from the hot sun outside. The huge windows to the aquarium was a real treat for my party of 4 including my sister who's an animal lover. We watched so many water creatures including a hammerhead shark swimming around. It had the underwater vibe. Though our food was delicious our attention was more on the sea creatures. After our meal we toured the aquarium and saw a bunch of seahorses. It was a great treat for all. Next time I visit Epcot I would visit the Coral Reef Restaurant again. It was a very nice place for lunch.

Wow! I have always wanted to come to this restaurant, but I heard so many negative things about their food. However, their food was amazing! Everything was so good. The service was okay, but the most amazing thing was, again, the food. I ordered shrimp and grits. They were not like typical grits, but more like a cake texture, and they were really good. The shrimp tasted fresh, and the grits were buttery and amazing. I also got the key lime tart, and it was really good. The atmosphere was also really nice. You can see so many cool beautiful fishes. I would recommend you to go there.

Mahi-Mahi with a side of hair! Party of 4 including a toddler... first time eating here as adults. Great ambience, not loud, or crazy, just the right setting in my opinion. Unfortunately, the food not so much... our party ordered three different things: surf & turf, shrimp scampi pasta, and the mahi mahi which came with a hair in it. We told our waiter, he panicked and took it back to the kitchen. Came back within 5 minutes with a brand new one... Someone that appeared to be a manager came by and asked how everything was, but no apologies or anything -- as if they were all ignoring the fact that one entree came out with a hair in it. Not going back, overpriced and the food ain't that great.

This used to be one of our favorite restaurants pre-pandemic, thanks to the ambiance and the fish tank. But now, sadly, it seems like the fish have taken over the kitchen--and they are holding a grudge. We checked in 20 minutes early and were seated immediately--a clear omen. As my wife noted, the lady who seated us looked like she was absolutely done with her job. The menu has been gutted more than their fish. No calamari. No redfish. Just a lot of no. Service was "meh" at best. The food? Awful. The mahi had less flavor than a cardboard sandwich. The "Surf and Turf" was more like "Puddle and Grass" with three shrimp that looked like they'd been caught in a net by mistake and a steak that could easily fit on a postage stamp--$38 for this culinary prank. The mussels and clams were so fishy I considered filing a missing persons report for freshness. I sent them back instead, fearing food poisoning and wishing I was back at Red Lobster in my landlocked state. My local supermarket's frozen aisle serves better seafood than this sorry excuse. The waiter told us they wouldn't charge for the dish I sent back, as if he was doing me a favor by not poisoning me for free. That's the absolute least they could do, and they nailed it. This used to be one of the best restaurants at Disney. Sadly, like the Titanic, the Coral Reef seems to have hit an iceberg and sunk to the depths of dining despair. Based on my experience they should rename this place Dave's Jones' Locker Room. **UPDATE:** We both got food poisoning from the seafood boil. Management's response? Crickets. Fine customer service--if you're into being ignored while hugging your toilet.

It was an alright restaurant. If you're looking for a place with a nice theme, eating by aquariums is pretty cool. However if you want food that is actually tasty and well cooked, probably not the best place. We got the shrimp fettuccine and some of the shrimps were undercooked, gray, and cold. The mahi mahi's rice was also severely undercooked, and it was like eating pebbles. The texture of the filet mignon in the surf and turf was also a little odd. They gave us a free dessert, but overall the food was subpar. Service was fine. But they're clearly too busy to provide adequate attention to the quality of service and food.

This restaurant I attended with a work group and it is an absolutely amazing experience. Not only is it extremely beautiful, but we got amazing service by very friendly staff. The aquarium is truly a site to see. the food that was catered was really good. I had short ribs and they were so tender.

The ambiance with all the fish tanks is top tier! The food and the service also went above and beyond!

Surf and turf amazing service excellent desserts excellent very pleased with everything go late afternoon for less children

Very unique, and cool setting. you are surrounded by aquariums all around the restaurant, which has color, life, and adds the sense that you are somewhere exotic. No matter where you sit in the restaurant you'll be able to take in all of the fish life and the kids will enjoy "eating under water." The food is good. Not necessarily top-of-the-line seafood, but on par with a Red Lobster or a medium tier family restaurant. Mahi-mahi is always a good choice. The lobster mac & cheese was tasty. They used to have a clam dish that was very good, but I do not see it on the menu anymore. The service is attentive and timely. About what you'd expect from a sit down Disney dining experience. If you're looking for a meal that is a step up from fast food, this is one of your better choices outside of the world showcase.

We decided to dine here on our last trip. I admittedly am not a seafood person so it was a compromise on my part before I dragged my husband to go see Hanson play. The restaurant itself feels slightly dated, but the whole wall of aquarium was so cool. Our waiter was delightful, giving us facts about the aquarium and its inhabitants. If you're not a seafood person options are limited but they're still really tasty (I had the ravioli). However if you like seafood which makes way more sense if you're visiting this restaurant - my husband raved about the chowder and the salmon. We visited a couple months ago and he still talks about it and compares all seafood meals to that meal.

We ate at Coral Reef last night for an early dinner, 5:20pm. Our waiter was very knowledgeable and friendly. Our view was front row seat to the amazing aquarium! The booth was very comfy and our foods and drinks were a 10! Prices were great! We would definitely come back. Probably the best filet I've ever had and cooked perfect!

The positive is the atmosphere. Now the negative: The bread was stale, the chicken wings were extremely dry and over cooked and the mahi mahi had a fishy taste. The mango salsa was good. We have tried this restaurant a few times over the years, but the same result. It' time to write this one off.

If you're going to Disney World and want to dine in a suit down restaurant, think about making reservations online. It makes life a lot easier! We had reservations for Coral Reef and it was our first time dining here. The cost is on the mid to upper level, but honestly, it was not that bad. You can get a beautiful view of the aquarium, which I was told is the second largest aquarium in the world. We ordered a couple of drinks, appetizers, entrees, and a dessert. Pics and descriptions attached! Our server, Victor, was excellent, fun, and provided us with great service!

The service and food here were impeccable. We had an amazing server who made our experience magical & the food was very tasty. The atmosphere was beautiful but my only complaint is it could be updated to fit a more updated Epcot ambience but it is still very pretty!