If you think Disney cruises are only for kids and families, you’re WRONG!

On Disney’s brand NEW mega cruise ship — the Disney Wish — you can spend a day lounging around the pools, hop on Disney’s first attraction at sea, catch a movie, or stuff your face with ice cream. But you can also enjoy the finer side of life with some FANCY dining experiences! We recently got the chance to hop aboard the Disney Wish to experience everything it has to offer, and we had the opportunity to dine at Enchanté, a new adults-only spot. Is this a must-do experience? Come with us as we experience it all and find out together!

Atmosphere

Enchanté is an adult-exclusive restaurant onboard the Disney Wish that is themed after Beauty and the Beast. It takes inspiration from Lumière, the candelabra from the movie.

It is one of the Wish’s most elegant dining experiences and even features a gourmet menu by three-Michelin-starred Chef Arnaud Lallement.

The restaurant is filled with subtle touches and nods to Beauty and the Beast. Those who look carefully may even spot Lumière himself, hanging from one of the light fixtures!

As you walk into the space, you’ll find an absolutely gorgeous chandelier that reaches far down from the ceiling.

You then step into a lounge space that is utilized for Champagne and appetizer bites before dinner.

In the main restaurant space, you’ll find two intimate dining areas as well as a private, 10-seat dining room.

In the main dining room areas, there are booth seats along the wall…

…and regular tables along the wall of windows. The windows bring in a lot of natural light and offer some pretty spectacular views.

At each table you’ll find cloth napkins, wine glasses, and more decor to set the mood.

The color scheme and decor of the entire space (including that lounge space) really meshes Lumière, Beauty and the Beast, and the sea together, with golds, blues, and tans weaved throughout the seating, tables, and more. And do you spot the red rose on the table? Very in theme!

As you would expect with adult-exclusive experiences, there is a large wine selection, and you’ll pass by some of the wine options within the restaurant.

Also, there is a dress code to be aware of here. Guests are asked to come in formal or semi-formal attire, though dress casual “with a polished look” is permitted. Disney specifically notes that this would include “dress pants, jeans in good condition, collared shirts and blouses, and lifestyle shoes.” T-shirts, swimwear, and sports attire are not permitted.

Keep in mind that reservations for Enchanté are required and are subject to availability. While many dining experiences on the Disney Cruise are included in the cost of your trip, this adults-only experience is an additional charge.

Also keep in mind that if you opt for dinner at Enchanté, you will have to skip your regularly scheduled Main Dining restaurant. So you’ll want to look at that main dining schedule and carefully see which night you’re willing to skip main dining for so you can check out this special experience.

If you need to cancel your Enchanté reservation, there is a cancellation policy requiring 24 hours’ notice. Disney says “Guests who do not honor their reservation will incur 100% of the per person prix-fixe cost, which will be applied to their folio.”

Alright, let’s dive into the menu!

Menu

As we mentioned above, Enchanté features a gourmet menu that has seasonal ingredients. The options are each crafted by the 3 Michelin-starred Chef Arnaud Lallement—of L’Assiette Champenoise, near Reims, France. If Chef Arnaud Lallement’s name sounds familiar, it may be because he also helped create the menus for Remy, a fine dining spot on the Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy cruise ships!

The menu features ingredients sourced from around the world which are meant to be picked when in-season. There are a few different dining experiences you can have at Enchanté.

Dinner

The standard dinner here is meant to be a “progressive” experience. It starts with some time at the lounge, where you are given a glass of Champagne and a Chef’s choice amuse bouche (basically a small appetizer bite).

For the main dinner portion of Enchanté, you’ll receive a fancy little menu featuring Lumière on one side!

The menu pops into a stand on the table, and (on the flip side) features the courses available. They are meant to be touchless since they are placed on these little stands directly by your servers. It’s one of the pieces that really points to the fact that this ship was built during a pandemic, when touchless was the name of the game everywhere.

The menu here has several options and operates a bit differently than how restaurants like Remy work on the other Disney Cruise Line ships. At Remy, you have 2 prix fixe menu choices — one from chef Scott Hunnel (who used to be the Chef at Victoria & Albert’s and is now the Chef de Cuisine for Disney World Resorts), and one from Chef Arnaud Lallement. At Remy, you can sort-of pick and choose from both menus, but it’s still all prix fixe. At Enchanté, you have 3 different menus to choose from.

First, there is something called the “Collection” which is priced at $195. This is a 9-course meal that is meant to combine new dishes with some signature ones. It’s sort-of a Chef’s Table menu where the team chooses what to give you. And if you want to add on the champagne selection, it’s $140 per person.

There is also a “Passion” selection which is $125 per person. This is a 5 course meal featuring the items specifically listed there. This menu option features tomatoes, wild halibut, and more. There is also a wine experience that can be added for $115 per person.

And finally, you can also grab some menu items a la carte, including caviar and Maine lobster.

From what we’ve seen, Disney is trying to make things a bit more user-friendly, allowing guests to have a little bit more control and choice when it comes to their dining. During a dining panel we attended on the ship (as part of the media event) they noted that the adult dining on the Wish should be “very accessible” in that you don’t necessarily have to have a full meal at these spots. According to the speakers from Disney’s team, you could (in theory) go to a place like Enchanté (or the other adult dining spots on the Wish) and just have a dessert and leave. Or you can go in, have a glass of Champagne, and leave. That is completely different than anything we’ve seen in adult dining on the ships before!

Keep in mind, while this is what was expressed to us during that dining panel, you should check to see how things are being coordinated during your trip. It’s not clear how much this will truly be allowed or encouraged because you still need a reservation to even get into these adult dining spots. So again, while that is what some individuals expressed to us during a dining panel, things are subject to change.

Champagne Brunch

If you’re looking for a fancy brunch spot, Enchanté offers that as well! During brunch, you can enjoy a glass of Champagne as you chow down on a French-inspired prix fixe meal, plus dessert!

Just Desserts

Those with a sweet tooth will want to check out Enchanté’s special desserts-only offering! This “Just Desserts” option features a 5-course dessert menu with coffee, as well as an “in-depth discussion with Enchanté’s Executive Chef and Pastry Chef, who will discuss the history and evolution of each sweet selection.”

Food

The Lounge

We started our experience in the lounge area with some amuse bouche. During this trip, we were served 3 different little bites.

One of our appetizer bites (the one in the center) was a cream cheese-based item which they told us was the Chef’s favorite. It might look like it has shaved white chocolate on it, but don’t let that fool you — it’s actually cheese!

The other 2 appetizer bites were good, but had very strong herbal flavors, especially the green one !

Overall, the appetizer bites were good, but the cream cheese-based one was definitely the best!

We also got to have some champagne while there!

After we were done with our Champagne and appetizers, we went into the main dining room.

Main Meal

During our main meal, one member of our team got the Passion experience, while the other ordered food a la carte. Once we ordered, our servers came with a flourish and took our fancy menus away!

Both meal experiences started with what we lovingly call a “butter snail.“   To be clear, there were no snails involved, but it was essentially a giant helping of butter on a dish that (to us) looked like a snail! It was served with tiny bowls of salt and pepper to put on your butter.

The team brought some slices of crusty bread throughout our time there. There was no bread basket, but the team would bring you a piece of bread in tongs and then if you finished it they would bring you another. That’s also a big difference from Remy, where there is typically a different bread and butter for every single course. Here, this bread and butter was essentially available the whole time and you could choose to eat it or not, depending on what you wanted.

Then we dove into the Amuse Bouche (again, this is basically a small appetizer bite that comes before the main course). This was a cauliflower foam/mousse, on top of which was a disk of puff pastry dough that you break through with your spoon to get to the foam (almost like a creme brûlée, but a savory version). The pastry dough is glazed with olive oil, lamb zest, and pepper.

This isn’t something we ordered, but instead is just something everyone gets from the chef! It was a savory way to start off the experience.

Next up was the Soil-Grown Tomatoes. This is part of the Passion experience, but can also be bought a la carte for $25. There was a LOT going on here with about 4 different pieces as part of the experience.

The first thing was a tomato confit. It was essentially a tomato cooked for 12 hours in butter.   If a tomato and butter got married, this would be their beautiful creation! It came apart like any cooked tomato (so there wasn’t anything shocking there), but it was basically the butteriest tomato you could ever ask for!

The items on top didn’t really add much flavor though. The primary flavor here was really the butter. It was VERY rich. It was almost a level of butteriness that you wouldn’t even realize a tomato could take on!

The next part of this Soil-Grown Tomatoes experience was something that looked sort-of like a tomato paste in oil. This was probably our least favorite of the 4 different tomato presentations. It had a very soft texture, almost like a tomato mousse. It was very flavorful and acidic, but was much more focused on the acidity versus the butteriness from the first dish. Don’t get us wrong, it was still delicious! But it was still our least favorite of the bunch.

Our next dish (and our second favorite of the experience) was a block of bread and a tomato vinaigrette. This was SO good! It was very vinegar-forward, so if you’re a big vinegar person, this will be IT for you. Our team member who tried it said they easily could have drank it with a straw (but they are a big vinegar person, so keep that in mind!).

It was very robust in terms of its flavors. When you dip the bread in the vinaigrette, you get the perfect bite! The bread was dense, but airy enough to be able to soak up all of that vinegar deliciousness.

Finally we got to the most interesting part of the tomato course which was served in a wine glass. It was tomato water with tomato ice cubes! One of our team members said they spoke to several other people on the ship who did NOT like this item. But one of our team members who tried it said that they did like it! It was very herby, and tasted almost as if the V8 tomato drink had been made lighter and crafted with water instead of juice.

It reminded us of spa water, but picture that with tomato instead of the usual cucumber or other flavors. It was very savory and unique. If you’re looking for an item that is unlike anything you’ve ever been served before, this is one you may really enjoy.

But be warned, you do need to like tomato for this entire course. It’s not as though that tomato flavor is masked or hidden, so just be aware of that!

Then, we got to try the Poularde Fermiere (a.k.a. the chicken!). If you’re wondering, “Fermiere” generally means that something is cooked in the country style. This dish is served with a vegetable confit and poulette sauce. This is something we ordered a la carte and it costs $45.

This was excellent! Chicken can often be overcooked, so it can be difficult to keep it juicy and flavorful, but Chef Arnaud Lallement and his team did an amazing job here. The skin left on the chicken kept in a lot of the moistness of the meat and really gave it some great flavoring.

What we loved most about this dish (and many of the other dishes we tried) is that there was a sauce included. They brought the sauce, put it on the chicken, and then leave the sauce on the table — allowing you to grab more if you wanted!

If you’re a sauce person, this is a MAJOR plus. Overall, it was a great dish. It was incredibly savory and was a great portion size (not too big, but big enough). The confit vegetables were also really good and very flavorful, especially the little onions included.

Next, we were able to try the Wild Halibut. This dish features onion confit and vermouth. As an a la carte item, it costs $45, but it is included in the “Passion” selection if you opt for that.

The halibut was the SURPRISE hit of the meal. It was truly excellent! The onion confit was very flavorful (motion to confit…everything?!). And there was a glaze on the halibut that has a touch of sweetness to it, which was also wonderful.

The fish was tender, held together well, and wasn’t overly flaky. It captured that perfect balance between salty and sweet, which we really loved. And once again, we have to give a massive shout-out to the sauce served with this dish! It was a really savory sauce that added a TON of flavor to the fish. You know when you get those really thin, useless sauces sometimes that add nothing to your meal? This was NOT that at all. This sauce was incredible, had a really concentrated flavor, and was a fantastic addition to the fish.

In short, we wanted this dish to go on FOREVER and it was easily one of the best things we ate there!

Then it was time to dig into the Squab Pigeon Fermiere, with turnip relish. As an a la carte item, it costs $50, but it is included in the “Passion” selection if you choose to go that route.

This was AMAZING (no real shocker there, given the other items we had here). This featured a puff pastry filled with dried tomato, foie gras, pigeon, and a few other items. And once again, it had a SAUCE. YES to ALL the sauce!

While you cut this one with a knife and fork, it did remind us a bit of a sandwich-type item because of that puff pastry acting as the “bread.” We really enjoyed having that bread element there. The presentation was also fun, making it a bit more unique than what you might normally find in a “fancy” restaurant.

Overall, it was really good! The pigeon was a little less flavorful than something like the wagyu beef, but it was still very tasty and the foie gras added a lot of flavor. Note that the foie gras wasn’t listed on the menu as a part of this dish, so it’s something you’ll want to watch out for if that’s an item you normally wouldn’t opt for.

The pigeon is definitely on the gamier side, compared to everything else on the menu, but it was still very well done!

For all the steak fans, there is a steak available here, specifically a Grilled Beef. The beef we got was Wagyu from Australia. This comes with poivrade (poivrade means pepper) artichoke and beef jus (another SAUCE, YES!). As an a la carte item, it costs $45.

This was good, but unfortunately not as good as we wanted it to be. The Australian Wagyu wasn’t quite as nice as Japanese Wagyu. We had Japanese Wagyu at Palo Steakhouse just a few nights later, and it was (at least in our opinion) better than the Wagyu from Enchanté.

The Wagyu at Enchanté felt a little tough and there wasn’t as much flavor to it as we wanted or expected. It just wasn’t as tender and as rich as we had hoped it would be. While we expected the beef to be our favorite dish here, it actually ended up being our last favorite.

We also got to try the Langoustines. Normally the John Dory (Sea Urchin and Plankton) would be served with the Passion experience, but they were out of it at the time, so they gave us the Langoustines. These are served with finger lime and a creamy broth. If bought through the a la carte menu, these are priced at $50.

According to Food Network, Langoustines are similar in appearance to crayfish, but they are actually a relative of the lobster. They are smaller than lobster, but are often sold as something called “Norway lobster.” Langoustines are actually quite rare, which is what makes them expensive.

This dish was very interesting and unlike anything our team member had ever had in their life! It featured a base with a sort of crunchy shell, a pile of stone crab, and the top was langoustine jello. The sauce served with it was very good.

While our reporter said that they liked it, they did say that this is probably one of the most unique and challenging dishes they encountered. Primarily, the taste of the stone crab was what came through, paired with a sort-of shellfish flavor from the Langoustine jello. The jello was served chilled and did have that jello texture, but was thin enough to not be off-putting.

The sauce was really what sold it here though! It added a citrus/lemon-y flavor to the dish and really tied things together.

Overall, this dish was challenging to the palette. It’s one of those things that is hard to describe because it was so unique. But, at least for our team member who tried it, the combination of the chewy stone crab, the crunchy piece on the bottom, and that tasty sauce made it something they’d try again.

Then, we got to check out the Cheese Cart. This is included in the “Passion” selection.

This is a phenomenal experience! There were around 9 cheeses available, along with dried fruits on the side. The cheeses were pretty standard — there was a brie, gouda, port salut, some goat cheeses, and a blue cheese. It was pretty much what you’d expect from a cheese plate experience.

You didn’t get to really choose which cheeses you got at first. Initially, they’d cut you a piece of each cheese, but if you wanted more of one in particular, you could then get more of that one.

There was one that was SUPER delicious that had a maple flavor to it and we definitely went in for seconds there! It was a wonderful way to start wrapping up the evening, but it’s not quite the end of the experience!

We ended our time here with dessert! There were a variety of options.

First, there were some little domed treats. The row in the middle was made of green chocolate domes, and on the outside there were 4 little other yellow sweet treats.

One dessert was a sort-of coffee tart.

And yes, there were little gourmet fruit roll-ups! Never thought you’d see the day when fruit roll-ups would get a serious upgrade, did you?

We also got to grab a chocolate bar, which was essentially a chocolate mousse with little wafers inside separating the layers of mousse, and ganache over the top of it. It was also served with some chocolate ice cream with wafers on it. Overall, it wasn’t anything particularly incredible. But if you’re craving chocolate, it might be the one you’ll want to go for. This is one you’ll need to order separately from what we understand.

Now let’s take a look at the drinks!

Drinks

There are a variety of drinks available here, as we had mentioned before.

You’ll find things like a Trimbach Riesling, and much more.

And that’s a full look at our time at Enchanté! Let’s talk about whether this spot might be right for you.

Nosh or Not

Dish out the dollars   for Enchanté if:

• You’re looking for a truly elevated dining experience on the Wish — If you want to feel luxurious and like you’re really eating some of the finest dishes onboard, this is where you’ll want to go.
• You’re looking for a special way to celebrate — Whether it’s a birthday, honeymoon, anniversary, new job, or anything else, if you’re looking for a place to celebrate a special occasion, this could be just the intimate spot to do so.
• You want to try some more unique dishes — Between the pigeon and a tomato course with tomato water and tomato ice cubes, there are some more unique items here. You’ll also find “safer” dishes, like the chicken or even the beef, but if you’re willing to be a little adventurous with your meal, you can check out this spot!

Skip Enchanté if:

• You’re on a tight budget — Unlike other restaurants on the cruise, Enchanté is not included in the cost of your trip. You’ll need to pay separately for it, and it isn’t cheap! If you’re already feeling like you’ve spent enough on the cruise itself, then spending MORE to get access to this dining experience might not be the best move.
• You’re looking for a simpler menu — If you’re not into being adventurous with your meal, then you may want to skip the meal here. As we mentioned above, there are some safer choices, but even those aren’t your standard chicken tenders and fries. If it’s a cheeseburger you’re after, you’re likely in the wrong spot!
• You’re looking for a meal with entertainment — Enchanté offers some seriously fancy eats in a fancy setting, but aside from quiet conversation and ocean views, it doesn’t have much in terms of entertainment. From a pure entertainment perspective, something like Arendelle or Worlds of Marvel might be a better pick.

Overall

Overall, Enchanté provides fine dining in a gorgeous environment. The details here in terms of decor are stunning, and you truly feel like you’re in a relaxing yet sophisticated place. Couple that with the amazing views and you’ve got the perfect place for a swanky meal.

The food itself is generally fantastic. While the Wagyu beef wasn’t our favorite, we were blown away by the Halibut, and the Soil-Grown Tomatoes experience along with the Langoustines proved to be some of the most unique dining experiences we’ve ever had.

If you’re looking for a fancy spot to spend your time, have truly gourmet food with incredible sauces and some spot-on flavors, and just really feel luxurious, this is one of the best places to do so on the Disney Wish. That’s no surprise, given that this place features a menu from three-Michelin-starred Chef Arnaud Lallement!

We’ll be bringing you more information and reviews from the Disney Wish, so make sure to stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney Wish news and updates!

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