Hi Meredith!
Dining at California Grill atop
Disney's Contemporary Resort is a real treat. I have enjoyed many memorable meals there. If you're a fan of sushi, you're going to love the magnificent options available there.
You are absolutely right about
California Grill being an amazing place to watch fireworks over Cinderella Castle. I have good news, though, about the timing of your meal and the fireworks schedule. If you finish your meal long before the
Happily Ever After fireworks are scheduled to take place, just keep your receipt for your meal when you leave the restaurant. You can then show that receipt a few minutes before the scheduled fireworks to re-enter California Grill. They have viewing decks on either side of the dining room where guests can catch a breathtaking view of the fireworks. This area provides an even better view of the fireworks, in my opinion, than watching them from a table inside the restaurant.
Enjoy your magical evening of dining and fireworks gazing in August!
Sending best wishes and pixie dust,
Jill