Napa Rose Chef’s Counter - Here’s How to Book It

[AndrewC]

OH
MY
GOD

I know it’s a family forum, but HOLY *$!@ !!!

They had a last minute cancellation. CHEF’S COUNTER BABY!

I seriously am glowing. I can not believe I got this lucky! Thank you universe!

I seriously am more happy in this moment than anything else this trip! Everything has gone perfectly, down to my inviting a friend I hadn’t spoken to since pre-pandemic and her being able to come for a few days with just a couple week’s notice… but this, this is my highlight.

Again, Disney is wonderful. But as a single adult without children to watch be amazed on all the attractions… stuff like the Chef’s Counter floats to the top as being some of the most special and sought after moments!

Now… anyone know who to talk to and try to sweet talk my way into a refund for my WOC dessert party tonight

 

[DizMe]

OH
MY
GOD

I know it’s a family forum, but HOLY *$!@ !!!

They had a last minute cancellation. CHEF’S COUNTER BABY!

I seriously am glowing. I can not believe I got this lucky! Thank you universe!

I seriously am more happy in this moment than anything else this trip! Everything has gone perfectly, down to my inviting a friend I hadn’t spoken to since pre-pandemic and her being able to come for a few days with just a couple week’s notice… but this, this is my highlight.

Again, Disney is wonderful. But as a single adult without children to watch be amazed on all the attractions… stuff like the Chef’s Counter floats to the top as being some of the most special and sought after moments!

Now… anyone know who to talk to and try to sweet talk my way into a refund for my WOC dessert party tonight

So glad you got in and are reconnecting with a friend!! I'd say the universe is smiling on you, Andrew. I wouldn't push it too far...but keeping my fingers crossed you are able to cancel your WOC res.

 

[AndrewC]

So glad you got in and are reconnecting with a friend!! I'd say the universe is smiling on you, Andrew. I wouldn't push it too far...but keeping my fingers crossed you are able to cancel your WOC res.

It’ll be a small price to pay to get to do the chefs counter again!

 

[StarlitNight05]

Does anyone know if this is still only offered Friday - Sunday? Thanks!

 

[foolish_mortals]

Does anyone know if this is still only offered Friday - Sunday? Thanks!

Probably best to call and ask. I have a date booked in April for Friday, but I’m sure it could easily depend on the week.

 

[summerlvr]

This sounds so interesting! Would love to do it when I'm there in August, but I will be solo. Has anyone experienced this as a solo, and did you feel awkward since they seat in groups of 4? Thanks!

 

[BriannaRuth]

I haven't experienced it solo, but a few years ago I took my daughter who was 18 at the time, just the two of us. There was a very nice older couple seated next to us who chatted with us on and off the whole time we were there. Not to the point of being intrusive, but just being friendly. They even brought a bottle of their own $$$ wine from home and insisted I have a glass. My husband and I also went as a couple one year and the people next to us were also very nice. I think everyone is happy to be there and glad to talk about their day at Disney, previous visits, whatever. At least that's been my experience.

I would guess you might also get some extra attention from the chef serving you when they have time if you're there alone. My experience has been they are quite friendly as well.

 

[Sakura1017]

Are bookings only on the weekends or did they open it up to the rest of the days of the week now?

 

[LV Disney Fan(atic)]

Are bookings only on the weekends or did they open it up to the rest of the days of the week now?

I just talked to them about a June reservation and was told it’s offered Thursday-Sunday.

 

[raionheart]

How much is it per person in 2024? Is it still $150 /pp or have they raised the price?

 

[LV Disney Fan(atic)]

How much is it per person in 2024? Is it still $150 /pp or have they raised the price?

The price has definitely gone up. I think they told me $200 pp (plus extra for the wine pairing) but I was so excited to get the reservation that I forgot to write down the exact prices!

 

[Sakura1017]

Which section area would you recommend to get if you've never been?

 

[Sakura1017]

Are bookings only on the weekends or did they open it up to the rest of the days of the week now?

They must have opened more days when I called for August I got a Wednesday date. I probably should have asked for Tuesday but did Thursday as a back up. I didn’t ask for seating arrangement but just time.

 

[Sakura1017]

How much is it per person in 2024? Is it still $150 /pp or have they raised the price?

They said on the phone $200 per person and $120 if you want wine paired

 

[Chokky]

Thanks for your tips…we just got the call back confirmation for our trip!!!

 

[AndrewC]

Thanks for your tips…we just got the call back confirmation for our trip!!!

Any updated information on price or days offered? Still one seating a night?

How did you book? Phone call and voicemail at midnight last night, email at midnight, both?

 

[Chokky]

Any updated information on price or days offered? Still one seating a night?

How did you book? Phone call and voicemail at midnight last night, email at midnight, both?

I phoned right at midnight Pacific as the date rolled over to July 1st. I left a voice message with my info and preferred date and number of guests. I also sent an email with the same info.

They called me back this afternoon and gave me my number 1 date pick which was a Thursday. They offered me times starting at 5:30pm, increasing in 15 or 30 minute intervals. They also said I am seated at the main counter.

Price is $200 per person and extra $120 for wine pairing.
They would call me the day before to confirm. No deposit was taken.

 

[AndrewC]

I phoned right at midnight Pacific as the date rolled over to July 1st. I left a voice message with my info and preferred date and number of guests. I also sent an email with the same info.

They called me back this afternoon and gave me my number 1 date pick which was a Thursday. They offered me times starting at 5:30pm, increasing in 15 minute intervals. They also said I am seated at the main counter.

Price is $200 per person and extra $120 for wine pairing.
They would call me the day before to confirm. No deposit was taken.

Did you give them a couple dates as an option?

 

[Chokky]

Did you give them a couple dates as an option?

On the phone I asked for my number one pick.
In the follow up email, I listed three nights that would work for our time there, and ranked them in preference order. I got number 1.

 

[AndrewC]

This sounds so interesting! Would love to do it when I'm there in August, but I will be solo. Has anyone experienced this as a solo, and did you feel awkward since they seat in groups of 4? Thanks!

Obviously way late to the topic but there's always a chance if you didn't book you get last minute cancellation or something. I've done it solo a number of times... probably three or four. I do a lot of stuff solo so I'm kind of used to dinner alone and stuff, so it doesn't bug me. There was nothing about this that seemed out of the norm for a solo dinner out, and maybe less so since you are occupied with watching the cooking and stuff going on. You get to interact with the chef some usually, maybe a few questions now and then with the other cooks, and there's a lot of interaction with your server since it's so many courses. I've also done it a couple times with a friend. It's certainly worth doing with a friend for sure, but honestly it's probably not the ideal one on one special occasion dinner since you DO have so much else going on besides just you and someone special. Unless both of you are way into the watching the kitchen work and stuff.