Disney’s Contemporary Resort features an innovative, modern A-shaped design that invites guests to explore multiple levels of dining, shopping, unique amenities and more. The Disney Resort is hugely popular with guests thanks to its easy access via the monorail line that runs directly through the beautiful lobby, gliding silently overhead as guests explore and enjoy all there is to discover, including including several very popular restaurants.
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Steakhouse 71 is a relatively new location at Disney’s Contemporary Resort that has quickly grown in popularity thanks to its stunning design and decor as well as its creative menu that mixes American classics with contemporary steakhouse favorites. The table-service restaurant is located on the lowest level of the Disney Resort, not far from the check-in and concierge desks, and occupies the space that was once The Wave… of American Flavors.
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Steakhouse 71 pays homage to the year 1971 when Walt Disney World Resort and Disney’s Contemporary Resort first opened to guests and this theme is felt in the retro decor sprinkled with modern touches. Inside the main dining room, guests can spot glossy rugs, abstract and geometric paintings and artwork, modular light fixtures, bright pops of color, and a sleek ceiling with thin wood slats .
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In addition to the year, Steakhouse 71 also honors Walt Disney himself by serving several menu items that were his favorites at the time as well as traditional steakhouse options. These hearty and delicious options immediately transport guests back in time and there are also several black and white photographs in the entrance to Steakhouse 71 that show Walt on various adventures around the world with his friends and family.
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Steakhouse 71 is open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can start any meal with a delicious beverage option including soft drinks, coffee selections, tea, beer and wine. There are also many creative specialty cocktails for customers to indulge in, such as Bourbon Cold Brew, Steakhouse Bloody Mary, Citrus Grove Cocktail, Fig Manhattan, Amaro Highball, Raspberry Gin Sour, and Pear French. 75.
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Breakfast at Steakhouse 71 offers a range of menu items that allow guests to enjoy everything from a light and healthy option to something totally indulgent and hearty to start their day. Light appetizers available to order include oatmeal, freshly baked breakfast pastries and a plate of fresh fruit, which are the perfect accompaniment to any meal.
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Breakfast entree options at Steakhouse 71 include egg options like the Western Omelet, Veggie Omelet, Ham and Cheddar Omelet, and American which includes two eggs cooked to your liking , breakfast potatoes and choice of bacon, pork sausage or chicken sausage. Customers can also enjoy Traditional Eggs Benedict or Floridian Eggs Benedict which includes two perfectly poached eggs, crab cakes and Hollandaise sauce on English muffins served with breakfast potatoes.
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Guests who want to enjoy a heartier breakfast at Steakhouse 71 can order the Steak and Eggs which pairs two eggs with a four-ounce filet mignon, breakfast potatoes and Bearnaise sauce, seasonal pancakes or the avocado toast with a delicious caramelized onion jam. . The ultimate breakfast indulgences are Steakhouse 71 Feast with Eggs Benedict, Scrambled Eggs, Bacon, Sausage, Mickey Waffles, Potatoes with Bacon and Cheddar Grits and Fresh Fruit or the Walt’s Prime Rib Hash which is served with potatoes, onions, peppers and a fried egg.
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Lunch at Steakhouse 71 offers its own unique menu of traditional items, including a range of entrees including French Onion Soup, Chunk Crab Cakes, Shrimp Cocktail, Baby Iceberg Wedge Salad , a fork and knife Caesar salad, and a potato bun dusted with sea salt. Customers looking for the perfect crispy, smoky bites to start any meal can order the Steakhouse 71 Onion Rings that are served with a spicy ranch sauce for dipping or the Bacon & Eggs which features maple-glazed pork belly with smoked grits cheese and an egg.
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Amazing sandwiches and burgers in bold and delicious flavors are available on the lunch menu, starting with the Steakhouse 71 Stack Burger which tops a medley of beef with American cheese, lemon aioli, red onion and pickles on a brioche bun. Customers also love ordering the Turkey Club, Prime Rib Sandwich, Crab Cake Sliders, Fish Sandwich and Gourmet Grilled Cheese with Gruyere, Smoked Gouda, Shredded Pork Belly, Caramelized Onion Jam and arugula.
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Steakhouse 71 also offers two lunch options that highlight their delicious steak options and guests can choose from “Frites” Steak with Hanger Steak, Parmesan Garlic Waffle Fries, Chimichurri and truffle aioli or the Salisbury steak served with garlic mashed potatoes, mushroom sauce and fried onions. Guests following a plant-based diet also have the option of opting for the vegetable “Wellington” which wraps mushroom duxelles and fire-roasted artichokes in puff pastry with a side of Brussels sprouts.
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Dinner is where Steakhouse 71 transforms into a true traditional steakhouse, with a menu focused specifically on gourmet cuts and delicious sides. Customers will be able to enjoy the same list of lunch entrees to start their dinners, and they’ll definitely want to save room for a perfectly cooked steak, seasoned and served on a plate and served with a choice of one side and side. a sauce.
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Steak options at Steakhouse 71 include 6oz Filet Mignon, 8oz Beef Tenderloin Medallions, 6oz Top Sirloin Steak, and 10oz New York Striploin. Customers also have the option of ordering the 14oz Dry Aged Pork Boneless Rib or the 12oz Prime Rib and Classic Yorkshire Pudding for another classic 1970s steakhouse option.
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Each steak option comes with a choice of side, and customers can choose from traditional steakhouse options like Creamed Spinach, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Seared Broccolini, Macaroni cheese, au gratin potatoes, charred asparagus and red wine glazed mushrooms. Customers can also choose a sauce to accompany their steak and can choose from options such as Chimichurri, Signature Steakhouse 71, Wild Mushroom, Bearnaise, Au Poivre, Red Wine and Whipped Horseradish Cream.
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Guests not looking to enjoy red meat when dining at Steakhouse 71 have several alternative options, including the same plant-based “Wellington” vegetable served from lunch. Also available are the Florida Sustainable Fish en Papillote with prawns, sautéed potatoes, asparagus, baby carrots and white butter lemon and the Chicken Chasseur with parsnip purée, roasted mushrooms and Chasseur sauce.
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With so many amazing lunch and dinner options at Steakhouse 71, diners can get completely stuffed, but they should definitely make an effort to save room for several decadent desserts, including Steakhouse 71 Chocolate Cake which includes a layer of whiskey-infused chocolate cake and chocolate. mousse. You can also enjoy creme brulee, ambrosia and a plant-based apple tarte tatin with caramelized granny smith apples, puff pastry and blackberry ice cream.
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Steakhouse 71 has quickly become a staple for many Guests visiting Disney’s Contemporary Resort thanks to its retro and modern decor that pairs perfectly with American classics and traditional steakhouse options. The combination of history and wonderful menu options is enough to keep visitors coming back again and again, and Steakhouse 71 is absolutely not to be missed while visiting Walt Disney World Resort!
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