The Coral Reef is located in Epcot, to the right of the Finding Nemo seagull statues. It is tucked away in the corner, which is kind of nice. It is one of the more expensive restaurants, which is why we decided to do it while we were on the dining plan.
This is the decor inside the lobby area. I felt like we waiting a little while for our table. Maybe 30 minutes or so. There were a few groups that went in before us while we were still sitting around.
Our table was perfect! We were sitting in front of two windows to see into the tank. There is a card at your table that lists all of the fish in the tank. It also gives facts about the tank, which is huge!
For dinner, my brother and dad got steaks. My mom, sister and I got the lobster mac and cheese. The steaks had really good reviews. The lobster mac and cheese was amazing, but it was kind of a small portion size for the price.
The desserts were amazing! The one bellow is a Baileys and Jack Daniels mousse. The Jack Daniels was kind of strong but really good.
Below is the "Chocolate Wave". It was a molten lava cake and raspberry sorbet. Amazing!
I tried a little bit ;-)
Here is the family.
I really loved the Coral Reef. Everyone agreed that it was the best non-buffet place we ate at. I would only do it on the dining plan. I can't see myself walking in there and paying the full prices right out of pocket. Looking at the fish and the sharks while eating is really cool too. I really am happy that a card was left so that we could identify the animals. I would recommend this restaurant to everyone! The food is very good without being too fancy and the atmosphere has to be the most entertaining and interesting in all of Disney.
Here is the dinner menu that I found on allears.net
Coral Reef
Living Seas
Epcot
Dinner
Menu Date: March 2012
One of the most unique Disney Dining experiences, the Coral Reef restaurant allows you to dine with the fishes. Among those you might see include: Brown Shark, Stingray, Grouper, Tarpon, and the Green Sea Turtle.
Appetizers
Appetizer for Two - Crab Cakes with tropical fruit salsa, tequila aioli; Crispy-fried shrimp with Jicama slaw and spiced remoulade; and a taste of our Creamy Lobster Soup $16.99
Crispy-fried Shrimp - with Jicama slaw and spiced remoulade $11.99
Crab Cakes - with tropical fruit salsa and tequila aioli $11.99
Steamed Mussels - with cilantro sofrito, fennel, tomatoes, and toasted ciabatta $11.99
Creamy Lobster Soup - tarragon and brandy $7.99
Seasonal Soup - Chef Inspired creation $6.99
Caesar Salad - with shredded parmesan and croutons $7.49
Winter Green Salad - blue cheese, fresh pears, candied walnuts and blood orange vinaigrette $6.99
Fish Tostadas - with Napa Cabbage, avocado-cilantro cream and fresh lime $8.99
Entrées
Pan-seared Sustainable Seasonal Catch - on mushroom risotto with bay scallops and celery root nage and parsley-truffle oil Market Price
Lobster Ravioli - with Rock Shrimp, fresh Tarragon, and Lobster Cream $26.49
Seared Rainbow Trout - with warm salad of white beans, arugula, tomatoes, crispy bacon, aged balsamic vinegar and brown butter $19.99
Seared Chicken Breast - served over spaetzle finished with Applewood smoked bacon - chicken broth $21.99
Vegetable Potato Strudel - with a tomato compote and basil oil $18.99
Grilled New York Strip Steak - served with horseradish smashed potatoes, and marketfresh vegetables $31.99
Seared Scottish Salmon - with black rice, fennel, and Cardamom-Cashew Butter $22.99
Grilled Mahi Mahi - with rock shrimp, heats of palm, jasmine rice and a coconut lime sauce $24.99
Shiraz-braised Pork Shank - with rainbow chard and a spiced butternut squash puree $25.99
Desserts
The Chocolate Wave* - served with raspberries $7.99
Key-Lime Mousse - with roasted pineapple, mango glaze, and chocolate pearls $7.99
Cheesecake Napoleon - with berry compote (no sugar added) $7.99
Baileys and Jack Daniel's Mousse* - topped with caramel crisp $7.99
Classic Vanilla Cremé Brulée $7.99
*contains alcohol
