Disney World Dining: Earl of Sandwich at Downtown Disney

Earl of Sandwich is a Disney World Downtown Disney area restaurant that offers guests a refreshing variety of homemade sandwiches and freshly made salads and desserts. Located at the Marketplace area of Downtown Disney, Earl of Sandwich is a good choice for those who may be visiting the Downtown Disney area, when visiting Disney World. The location of Earl of Sandwich in Downtown Disney makes it convenient for Disney World Resort guests to use the free Disney bus transportation to Downtown Disney for a visit. Other guests may use the free Downtown Disney parking lots. Boat service to Downtown Disney is also available from Disney's Port Orleans Resort, Old Key West, and Saratoga Springs Resort, all located on Disney World property.

The Menu

The menu at Earl of Sandwich is unique, allowing diners to choose from a variety of specially named sandwiches and salads. Each menu item is prepared made-to-order, and the freshness and quality of the food at Earl of Sandwich makes many guests become repeat visitors. The unique variety of menu items makes Earl of Sandwich a welcome choice for lunch or dinner after eating at the counter service Disney World restaurants.

The sandwiches at Earl of Sandwich are filling, made with homemade breads and a generous portion of deli meats, cheeses, and condiment choices. Each sandwich is named and a full description is listed on the main menu. Some of the sandwich offerings at Downtown Disney's Earl of Sandwich restaurant include; The Full Montagu ( roast beef, turkey, cheddar and Swiss cheese, romaine lettuce, tomato, and mustard sauce), Earl's Club (roast turkey, bacon, Swiss cheese, lettuce, and tomato), and Cannonballs (meatballs, marinara sauce, mozzerella and parmesan cheese). Sandwiches can be served warmed and toasted, wrapped in a foil wrapper to keep hot. All sandwich selections are reasonably priced at $5.95 each.

Salads at Earl of Sandwich are an excellent value. Each of the unique salads is prepared freshly and tossed in a large mixing bowl while you watch and wait. The Earl's Cobb Salad ($5.95) is a signature salad and a hearty blend of chicken breast strips, fresh greens, cranberries, cheeses, and ranch dressing. Other salads include a Caesar and Asian Salad, as well as others.

There are three sandwich choices for children at Earl of Sandwich, each offered in the same full size as the adult sandwiches. Children's sandwich selections include Turkey and Swiss, Pizza, and Peanut Butter and Jelly ($3.95). Additional side items such as yogurt, fruit salads, muffin tops, brownies, cookies, and chips are available a la carte in the ordering line.

Earl of Sandwich also offers a limited breakfast menu, with a variety of homemade breakfast sandwiches and a la carte breakfast items. The coffee and freshly brewed Earl's Grey Iced Tea are both very good at Earl of Sandwich.

>b>The Earl's Dining Experience

Dining at Earl of Sandwich in Downtown Disney is a casual affair. The restaurant serves all sandwiches and salads made-to-order via a very systematic process. Diners order their menu selections and then proceed to the check out, where a number is given for each order. Orders may be placed for dine-in or take out. Earl of Sandwich is often a busy restaurant, but the service is exceptional. Even with long lines, there is rarely more than a ten minute wait.

Tables are set up in the inside dining area as well as outside. A drink station is located near the back of the restaurant for easy self-service, condiments, utensils, and refills. If there is more than one person in the party, it is recommended that one person attempt to secure a table ahead of time, since Earl of Sandwich is a favorite lunch, dinner, and late night dining choice of many Disney World guests.

Recommendation

Earl of Sandwich is an excellent dining choice for those looking for a change from typical Disney counter service fare, as well as a freshly made and affordable meal. The variety of sandwiches and signature salads should be pleasing to even the pickiest eaters.