Bistro De Paris at Epcot Center's World Showcase in Orlando, Florida

You might not expect an elegant dining experience in a Walt Disney World theme park, but Bistro de Paris at the France pavilion in Epcot Center's World Showcase offers just that. You can dine on gourmet French cuisine in an unforgettable setting at Bistro de Paris. Here is a restaurant review of Bistro de Paris at Epcot Center's World Showcase in Orlando, Florida.

Many visitors easily confuse Bistro de Paris with Chefs de France, Epcot's other French restaurant. For the record, Bistro de Paris is slightly more elegant, somewhat more expensive, and offers even more delicious dishes.

If you are dining at Bistro de Paris, you might as well go all out. Start with some amazing French appetizers, such as the Jonah Crab Ravioli, Chicken and Beef Consomme, or Homemade Smoked Salmon Roll. Appetizers range in price between $9 and $19 (for the Foie Gras Duo) but are well worth every penny.

Bistro de Paris does every entree well. You can choose from fabulous seafood dishes, such as the Maine Lobster ($36), the Seared Scallops ($29), the European Dover Sole "Meuniere" ($32), or the Slowly Cooked Wild Halibut ($28). Or if you prefer meat, you can select the Roasted Beef Tenderloin ($33), the Roasted Rack of Lamb ($31), the Venison Tenderloin ($28), the Grilled Milk-Fed Veal Chops ($32), or the Muscovy Duck Duo ($29).

Bistro de Paris also offers a four course tasting menu for $70. If you include a wine pairing the cost is $100.

Of course, Bistro de Paris also offers a wide selection of fine wines to accompany your meal.

The service at Bistro de Paris is impeccable. If you have ever dined in the real Paris, France, don't worry - the servers here are much more patient and friendly. They offer some pretty terrific fresh and warm French bread, but be careful not to fill yourself up. And do save some room for dessert if at all possible.

If you would like to dine at Bistro de Paris, be sure to call ahead for priority seating, or else you probably won't get a table. Call 407-WDW-DINE, and be ready with several dates and times, in case your preferred date and time is unavailable.

A dinner at Bistro de Paris does take its toll on the wallet, but it is an unforgettable experience. If you are visiting the Orlando area with a special someone, Bistro de Paris will provide a relaxing, romantic dining experience you won't find anywhere else at a Walt Disney World theme park.

Enjoy your meal at Bistro de Paris at Epcot Center's World Showcase in Orlando, Florida.