First look at the new menu coming to Narcoossee's at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort reopening April 1

Feb 20, 2023 in "Narcoossee's"

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Narcoossee's new menu - April 2023

Posted: Monday February 20, 2023 3:16pm ET by WDWMAGIC Staff

Narcoossee's at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa will reopen on April 1, 2023, with an enhanced interior design as well as a refreshed menu crafted by Chef Noah Estabrook and Pastry Chef Kristine Farmer.

Bisque and the Beef and Ricotta Tortelloni

The new space incorporates the concept of “land and sea,” from which the menu takes its inspiration.

Upon sitting down for your meal, you’ll be greeted with a recipe created by Chef Kristine specially for this location – an Artisan Boule of Sourdough baked daily in the Grand Floridian Resort & Spa bakery.

Artisan Boule of Sourdough from Narcoossee’s

For years, the Bisque has been a mainstay on the menu, so regulars will be happy to see it return, but now with an enhanced tableside presentation. The culinary team has also created two new starters. First up, the Beef and Ricotta Tortelloni accompanied by brown butter, parsnip puree, and sultana raisins.

Next, the Ocean-inspired Charcuterie Board is a fresh take on a classic featuring ahi tuna pastrami, charred octopus, and house-made sausage from the sea.

Ocean-inspired Charcuterie Board from Narcoossee’s

Moving on to the main course, the team has sourced sustainable seafood from both local waters and around the globe, including Chef Noah’s signature dish, the Blackened Redfish. This meal is served with a crispy chorizo-sunchoke hash with hominy, Florida sweet corn, and red pepper rouille.

Blackened Redfish from Narcoossee’s

Plant-based diners can choose the Roasted Vegetable Paella featuring market vegetables, cannellini beans, and preserved artichoke finished with charred Meyer lemon. Those looking for land-based fare will savor the new Dry-Aged Pork Ribeye Chop served with creamy goat cheese-potato pave and turnips with onion jam and a touch of fig jus.

Roasted Vegetable Paella and Dry-Aged Pork Ribeye Chop from Narcoossee’s

Narcoossee’s guest favorites like the Plancha-seared Scallops with Parisian Gnocchi and Surf and Turf featuring tender filet mignon and butter-poached lobster tail remain on the menu for new and returning guests.

The dessert course also features Chef Kristine’s Almond-crusted Cheesecake with Lambert cherry sauce and Chantilly cream. Other desserts on offer include The Berry Pavlova, with Florida fresh berries and citrus placed over meringue and yuzu crémeux and finished with a tableside pour of anglaise. The Pineapple Bavarois is a roasted-pineapple center and house-made blackberry-buttermilk ice cream.

Almond-crusted Cheesecake, Berry Pavlova, Pineapple Bavarois, and drinks from Narcoossee’s

The wine list has been refreshed to reflect a diverse portfolio of varietals, with Proprietor Matt Cristi and the sommeliers on his team available to help you create the perfect pairing for each dish. Mixologists have also thoughtfully curated a new cocktail program, inspired by the Victorian era. The signature Empress Lime Gimlet is a modern twist on a classic gimlet with Empress Gin, Rockey’s Botanical Liqueur, and cold-pressed lime.

Reservations for Narcoossee’s will open March 1 2023.

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UNCgolfApr 12, 2023

That's not any different from the previous look, though, which also had a beach resort type feel. I think that's intentional. If anything the new look is a bit more upscale.

SpectroMagicianApr 12, 2023

The chairs and finishes look pretty cheap, similar to a beach resort type of feel. It does not look like a fine dining experience to me at all. I have no problem paying premium prices for a premium experience, but from those pictures it looks like that is the type of place you would actually go in a bathing suit.

UNCgolfApr 12, 2023

I have similar thoughts. That blackened redfish dish sounds and looks phenomenal, and I like most of the interior -- but things like the mandalas make it feel like something tossed together to display in a magazine that offers those items for sale.

castlecake2.0Apr 12, 2023

This is what gets me every time. They need to find a balance of updated and modern while still grounding the space in a specific time and story. I like everything but the chandeliers, the props at the bar, and the mandalas. They should have left the fans, adds some kinetics. The props behind the bar and the mandalas all look off the rack from home goods. Imagineering used to go out and collect period pieces, that’s what this is lacking. This hotel is supposed to be turn of the century Florida beach resort. Find some pieces that reflect that to have in the space. When everything is brand new it lacks character and story.

LittleBufordApr 12, 2023

The food sounds lovely, and the space looks fresh and pleasant. I still think it lacks specificity of character, and the carved mandalas and new mural look very tacky to me.

Disney AnalystApr 12, 2023

Great review. This refurb really sounds like a win. It’s a gorgeous space now, and the food looks amazing.

wdwmagicApr 12, 2023

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Eric GrahamApr 03, 2023

Thank you so much! My wife's brother thinks that BB is one of the best restaurants in the US. We've never eaten there before.

Dr.GrantSeekerApr 03, 2023

This is way better than any restaurant at Disney. I’ve dined at almost ever Disney “Signature” restaurant. We dine at BB all the time never once have had a negative experience. The food is amazing and so is the entire staff. It’s not cheap, but you get nothing but excellence from the moment you arrive till the moment you leave. Edit: I also want to add I ate at Narcoossee’s on opening night. Food was great. Liked the new seafood inspired charcuterie board a lot. I do think the interior is vastly improved, but I do feel as though it doesn’t have enough charm to feel like a Victorian sea side restaurant. Don’t necessarily think it did before with the exception of the lovely mural which is now gone and the hardwood floors. And to be clear I don’t hate Disney Signature restaurants I do enjoy most of them. But the Disney experience is very different from a true lux restaurant such as Bull & Bear or even Capa which are both excellent top of the line restaurants.