Of all the countries represented in World Showcase, I have spent the least amount of time eating in America and Great Britain. It is faulty logic, but they never felt as exotic to me as the other offerings. Then recently, I saw the error in my ways and was suddenly obsessed with experiencing Great Britain’s Rose & Crown Dining Room.

Although it was mid-January, I still had to get an Advanced Dining Reservation. Open seating is getting more and more difficult to maneuver as park attendance steadily grows. Upon entering the dining room, I was enveloped in the wonderful theming of the English Countryside. From the elaborate carpeting to the gorgeous mahogany wood furniture to the frame mold ceilings, there are no corners cut.

They brought us out some nice rolls served in a basket lined with a London newspaper. It was a nice touch and the rolls didn’t last long.

We started the meal with the “Fruit and Cheese Plate” ($8.99) from the Starters menu. While the fruit offerings were basic, all three of the cheese presentations and taste were exceptional. Other starters were available ranging from a $5.49 Potato and Leek Soup to a $8.99 Scottish Smoked Salmon.

For dinner, I chose “Harry Ramsden’s Fish & Chips” for $15.99. I don’t eat Fish and Chips very often but these were nicely flavored and I’ve gotten cravings ever since. I was also impressed in the size of the meal, definitely filling my stomach and appetite. My friends got the “Bangers and Mash” and a very tender pork loin, which they enjoyed as well.