Planet Hollywood Observatory at Disney Springs Now Taking Reservations, Ready to Open

The Planet Hollywood Observatory in Disney Springs is finally set to open according to a report by the Orlando Sentinel. The Observatory will begin taking reservations for as early as January 22 which is next week. It will be re-opening after a year of renovation which saw the transformation from Planet Hollywood to the Planet Hollywood Observatory. 

Lunch will begin being served at 11 a.m. and the restaurant is taking dinner reservations all the way up until 10:45 p.m. We already know that the Food Network's own Guy Fieri is helping out with the menu. Last week, just some of the menu items for the Observatory were revealed with both new items being revealed as well as some old one's returning.

"Let’s start with indulgent, like the L.A. Lasagna, a fried take on the classic comfort food with Bolognese sauce, roasted garlic cream and tomato basil sauce. Or one of Fieri’s new Big Bite Burgers or Knuckle Sandwiches – the Bacon Mac-N-Cheese with his signature Donkey Sauce on a garlic-buttered brioche bun. You can have Lobster Feast Fra Diavolo with kicky spaghetti piled high in a whole lobster shell. A 10-ounce bone-in New York Strip Steak for two (add a whole steamed lobster if you please). And if you can’t decide, go for the High Roller Platter, a generous serving of guest favorites: Chicken Crunch, Texas Tostados, Buffalo Wings, Cheesy Spinach Dip and Peri-Peri Shrimp – perfect for the whole table to share." - Disney Parks Blog

 For a lighter option try the Citrus Kale salad with julienned broccoli, silvered brussels sprouts, cabbage, feta, grapefruit, oranges, cranberries, and sunflower seeds with a citrus-agave dressing. Or try the Spinach & Berries salad with candied walnuts, blue cheese crumbles, and a balsamic vinaigrette. The drink menu will focus on Florida craft beers and hand-crafted cocktails made with fresh ingredients. Have no fear the souvenir glasses will be coming back, including the Halley's Comet cocktail served in a 45-ounce Planet bowl.

We can't forget about those decadent milkshakes that are returning including two new flavors in the Chocolate Comet and the new Strawberry Borealis. The whole dessert menu is promised to take you out of this world which features a blind tasting of 12 flavors of house-made ice creams and sorbets, or finish the Planet Melt Down, a chocolate hardshell dome that will be melted table side with hot chocolate sauce to reveal double chocolate fudge cake, fresh strawberries, and whipped cream.

Visiting the Planet Hollywood Observatory is sure to be an out of this world dining experience. I know I am excited for the Bacon Mac N' Cheese Burger that I have actually had before at one of Guy's restaurants up here in Pennsylvania. It's delicious! Will you be visiting the new Planet Hollywood Observatory when it opens in Disney Springs?

Guy Fieri to Design Part of Planet Hollywood Observatory's New Menu; Disney PhotoPass Now at Frozen Ever After

Guy Fieri to Design Part of Planet Hollywood Observatory's New Menu:

Planet Hollywood Observatory will re-open this Fall inside Disney Springs with a new menu designed by Food Network Chef Guy Fieri. He will introduce a flavor-packed burger and sandwich menu as part of the restaurants of the larger offerings on its menu. Robert Earl, the entrepreneur, restaurateur, and star of Cooking Channel's "Robert Earl's Be My Guest," reached out to Fieri because of their shared passion for food. Besides Fieri's section on the menu, Planet Hollywood Observatory will soon be sharing their full new menu that will feature a variety of offerings and bold flavors. 

Earl, who is Planet Hollywood's International Founder and Chairman said this on the partnership, "Guy Fieri has created an impressive culinary empire and has built an incredible TV following with several food-themed shows, so it was a no-brainer to invite him to create a special menu for Planet Hollywood Observatory. This partnership only furthers our commitment to refresh our guest experience while continuing to offer freshly-prepared, pleasing dishes."

Fieri added, " It’s awesome to be working with Robert Earl and the Planet Hollywood Team. For the Planet Hollywood Observatory, I’m bringing a big time burger and sandwich menu with real deal flavors for everyone.”

The new restaurant is centrally located and will overlook the heart of Disney Springs with a newly expanded terrace and bar. The exterior of the restaurant will be reminiscent of a turn-of-the-century observatory with a modern design aesthetic. The interior's refurbished upholstery, spherical planet-shaped lighting fixtures, and stylish finishing will create a welcoming atmosphere for fans to celebrate a new generation of superstore entertainers.

Planet Hollywood Observatory will open sometime this Fall. Stay tuned for the official opening date to be announced soon.

Disney PhotoPass Now at Frozen Ever After:

You can now relive your adventure to Arendelle on Frozen Ever After with the new on-ride photo capture thanks to Disney PhotoPass. While enjoying your journey through the kingdom during a special, "Summer Snow Day," with Queen Elsa, Anna, Olaf, Kristoff and friends, a camera will capture a photo of you during an exciting moment of your journey through Arendelle. 

To preview, purchase and download this attraction photo, you must be wearing a MagicBand during your adventure. Your photo will be automatically associated to your My Disney Experience account, where it can be viewed at MyDisneyPhotoPass.com or in the My Disney Experience mobile app alongside all of your vacation memories from Disney PhotoPass Service.

So why don't you step aboard a Norwegian vessel and chill out while Disney PhotoPass Service captures your fantastically “Frozen” adventure!

Source: Disney Parks Blog