Hi Rachel!
Thanks for stopping by planDisney to learn more about the offering at
California Grill at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. My last visit was for my birthday; watching the fireworks from the Resort hotel’s rooftop with my loved one is now a core memory for me. What’s even better? The desserts and appetizers that accompanied our meal.
The good news: You can absolutely order desserts (and other menu items) from the California Grill Lounge. You will not need a reservation to experience this area as it is first-come, first-served. However, if you’d like the entire 3-course meal, you’ll need an
advance dining reservation at the main section of this 15th-floor restaurant.
California Grill is hands down one of my favorite restaurants on property. It has all of the glitz and glam that is perfect for a luxe night out, but also has the nostalgic and historical quality that only 100 years of Disney magic can bring. I hope that you have the most amazing night, Rachel. Please let us know
here at planDisney if you have any other Disney vacation planning questions.
Magic always,
LeAndra