Disney4me Posted August 13 Report Posted August 13 Disney Springs is a not-so-secret, secret place to find some of the best restaurants on the property. When thinking of Disney food, you might be thinking of the theme parks like EPCOT or Magic Kingdom, or even the hotels, but when we need a bunch of options with easy parking and no park ticket, we’re probably heading to Disney Springs. Paddlefish This time, we’re going straight to Paddlefish for lunch, and you’re coming along with us! Is this a restaurant you want to add to your Disney World itinerary? Let’s find out! Atmosphere Paddlefish is a more upscale restaurant located in an iconic steamboat anchored on Lake Buena Vista. Paddlefish It’s in The Landing section of Disney Springs and offers American seafood. Come on in! While walk-up availability might be open, you can book dining reservations through the Disney World website. Seating They’re open for lunch from 11:30 AM to 3:55 PM and dinner from 4 PM to 11 PM. We love the beautiful windows and the balcony with stunning views of Disney Springs. Beautiful views Menu For lunch, they have starters and spreads that include some seafood classics like Crab Cakes and Calamari. ©Disney They also offer soup and salad, which are a perfect way to start off your meal. ©Disney Of course, there are incredible seafood options that are steamed, chilled, and raw. ©Disney You can grab pastas and main courses that do include options beyond seafood. ©Disney Check out all the sandwich options! ©Disney We usually grab some sides and desserts while we’re there too. ©Disney There’s also an extensive kids menu with appetizers, entrees, and desserts. ©Disney They have a variety of drinks, from wine and beer to cocktails, mocktails, and more, so everyone in the family can find something they love. ©Disney Enough about the menu, let’s eat! Eats We started with the Crispy Shrimp for $18, which is cornmeal-breaded shrimp with crispy pepperoncini and sweet chili aioli. Crispy Shrimp Everything was so crunchy on this dish, especially the shrimp, which live up to the name! The pepperoncini really came through with some additional vegetables, and the dipping sauce is very sweet, vs spicy. We thought it was a decent portion for two people, so it’s easy to share, and there’s some lemon to add right on top. The sweet sauce was a fun addition! Then we grabbed the Crab Cake for $20, which features maque choux, fried green tomato, and remoulade. Crab Cake The outside of the crab cakes was crunchy, and the inside was very creamy, along with the maque choux, which was creamy and sweet. The fried green tomatoes were a bit tough and hard to cut through, but had a great flavor. While only one crab cake is served, it’s big enough to split between two people, especially if you have another appetizer. Inside We also enjoyed the Stuffed Cod for $39, which has shrimp and scallop corn bread stuffing, asparagus, red potato, and mustard cream sauce. Stuffed Cod The star of this dish was really the stuffing! It was pretty sweet and matched the fish well. The asparagus was cooked well and was soft and easy to chew. The potatoes were a little hard to cut and not quite as soft as we would like, and the mustard cream sauce was a little bitter with a dry, spicy flavor. Perfectly cooked Finally, we ended our meal with the Chocolate Layer Cake for $12. Chocolate Layer Cake The cake is served cold, so it’s not as smooth to cut through, but it was very dense with a very chocolatey flavor. For the price, we thought it was pretty big and great for chocolate lovers and those looking to share a dessert. Who doesn’t like to end their meal with some chocolate, too? Drinks. To drink, we had the Penny Layne for $12, which is one of their dirty soda options. Penny Layne The strongest flavor in each sip was the grenadine, and it was very vanilla-forward. We wish the Coca-Cola flavor came through a little more, but we would order it again for a refreshing drink on a hot, Florida day. Stirred Nosh or Not You should head to Paddlefish if… You’re looking for a more upscale dining experience — This is a great space to celebrate an anniversary and have a more intimate dining experience in a chaotic theme park. You’re obsessed with seafood — You might enjoy some of their special dishes like the Crab Cakes, especially if you enjoy trying your favorites at different restaurants. There’s also raw and chilled seafood, which can be hard to find at other places. You want a relaxing dinner where you can rest — This is a slower meal which is so nice when the theme parks feel rushed. You can have a great evening in before heading to your hotel with a slice of chocolate cake. You’re probably okay to skip if… You’re not a massive seafood fan — While there are options outside of seafood, the restaurant is known for its seafood dishes, and you might not enjoy the more limited options for meat eaters. You’re looking for a more inexpensive dinner — Paddlefish is certainly not cheap, with entrees being around $40 and $20 appetizers. It can be nice for a special occasion but a lot for a casual dinner. You aren’t heading to Disney Springs — If you’re at Disney Springs, this can be a great option, but we wouldn’t go out of our way to eat here since it can be quite a bit of travel if you aren’t already visiting. Our spread Overall We had a great time at Paddlefish! There were great seafood options along with some other dishes for those who prefer meat, and the whole restaurant is gorgeous with stunning views of Disney Springs. While the food might not be the most unique dishes in all of Disney World, they were solid options when you want to sit down and have a relaxing dinner. In the meantime, make sure you keep following Disney Food Blog for more restaurant reviews, so you know what’s worth the stop during your busy trip. We’ve been to every single restaurant, and we’re always talking about Disney food, right here at DFB. GUIDE TO ALL RESTAURANTS AT DISNEY SPRINGS Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! 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