Pixar Fest is in full swing at Disneyland Resort, and with the celebrations comes some really delicious (and pretty!) food, sweets, and beverages that are, of course, Pixar-themed! The event is running now through August 4, so we still have so much more to try, but we wanted to start our reviews now of what we’ve tried so far so that you can see what’s worth trying and what’s worth skipping if you plan on vising the parks during the Pixar Fest. There’s SO much to try, and it’s all spread out between both parks. You can check out the full Foodie Guide here, and you can find reviews of the items we’ve tried below (we will update as we try more things).
Disney California Adventure
One important thing to note is that at Disney California Adventure, you can find Pixar-Fest foodie items all around the park, and there are 6 Pixar-themed marketplaces. However, no Sip and Savor Pass is being offered for the marketplaces.
Gusteau’s To-Go Marketplace
Ratatouille Pizzetta
topped with Mozzarella, Eggplant, Squash, Zucchini, a Drizzle of Tomato Sauce, and a Wedge of French Camembert
This portion size is pretty teeny tiny, especially for the price…BUT, this is très délicieux! There have been some mixed reviews on this one, but I just had to try for myself and I’m so glad I did because it’s perfection. The wedge of Camamber on the top (which is essentially Brie Cheese) is a cute little touch to this Ratatouille pizza. I’m not a huge eggplant, squash, and zucchini eater, but everything mixed together with the drizzle of tomato sauce is to die for. Make sure to eat it right away while it’s warm!
Gusteau Macaron
Crème brûlée mousse with caramel center
Of course, I was beyond excited to try this ridiculously cute macaron. I mean, that design is perfect, and crème brûlée filling? The filling is light and very flavorful; this one definitely lives up to the hype, and if you try one dessert out of all the marketplaces, it should be this one!
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Nobody Like U Cooler
Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Co. Raspberry Rose Tea, White Cranberry, Lime & Orange Juices, and Cherry Syrup, garnished with an Orange Wedge Gummy Candy.
I always get a bit nervous about drinks because some can be too sugary. This one actually turned out to be really good, and there are so many good flavors going on in it. It is refreshing, but the dominant flavors are cherry and cranberry. This is a too-cool-for-school drink and the perfect drink for this marketplace!
Recuerdame at Paradise Garden Grill
Carnitas Wet Burrito inspired by “Coco”
House-made pork carnitas, Spanish rice, refried beans, cilantro, onions, salsa verde, and salsa roja served with house-made tortilla chips
Paradise Garden Grill ALWAYS has the best food, so naturally, I was really excited to see their offerings for Pixar Fest. Of course, they had “Coco”-themed items, and this one looked pretty hearty, especially for the price. If you love burritos, you will love this one! It has the perfect ratio of each ingredient, and for those who are afraid of spice, fear not because this is not spicy at all. I usually have a hard time deciding between red and green sauce on top of my burrito, so it’s really great that you get the best of both worlds with this burrito! I highly, highly recommend this one, especially if you’re in the mood for some good Mexican food.
Smokejumpers Grill
Blue Raspberry Lemonade inspired by “Brave”
Blue raspberry lemonade in an orange sugar-rimmed cup with a glow cube
I was really excited to try this one but was a bit disappointed because it’s a little too sugary, even for this sugar addict! The orange sugar rim is delightful, and the drink is extremely pretty. I wish they would give you the option to order without the glow cube because it’s a bit pricey for some blue raspberry lemonade. The drink as a whole is just pretty sugary, so if you’re looking for a drink to go with your meal or something refreshing to walk around with during the hot summer months, you may want to skip this one. However, if you don’t mind sugary drinks, give this one a try!
Disneyland Park
Troubadour Tavern
Firetown Mac & Cheese Bites
Fried Gouda Mac and Cheese Bites tossed in Four-Chile Rub
This one is very interesting and fun! I did not get a Gouda cheese flavor; it just tasted like normal mac and cheese to me. It IS spicy, though! If you are sensitive to spice, you will want to skip this one. If you have a good tolerance like me, then you will likely enjoy these as the kick isn’t overwhelming but just enough to get your nose slightly running (LOL!). This comes with quite a few bites, so it’s definitely shareable.
Roundup BBQ Potato
Brisket Burnt Ends tossed in Coca-Cola BBQ Sauce, Creamy Slaw, Pickle Spear, and Onion-flavored Snacks
This has so much going on, and I was excited to try it because Troubador Tavern has had some awesome jacket potato offerings the past year. This has been one of their most popular items so far, and I can see why. It’s packed with so many tasty goodies, and it is filling! I am not a huge brisket lover, and I found myself gobbling this one up. The pickle and Onion crunchies on the top add great texture to this little dish. The portion size is decent, so this one can also be shareable!
Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe
“Silenzio Bruno!” Sandwich
Chopped Ham, Salami, Pepperoni, Provolone, Lettuce, Tomato, Pickled Onion, and Pepperoncini with Italian Dressing, served in an Italian Roll with House-made Chips
This Luca-themed sandwich is so yummy! I mean, who doesn’t love a good Italian sandwich? This would almost be too bready, but it’s so soft and so good that I didn’t mind it at all. This sandwich is jam-packed with goodies, and I love that it’s basically a chopped Italian salad in a sandwich. The lettuce and pepperoncini have a great little crunch, which just adds texture. If you’re craving a good sandwich while at the park, I highly recommend this one!
Sea Monster Friends Parfait
Layers of Graham Cracker Crumbs, Mascarpone Cheesecake, Berry Blue Gelatin, and Blue Chantilly topped with a Luca Chocolate Decoration
I was honestly super excited about this dessert, mainly because of the colorful and gorgeous presentation but also because it has jello in it! I didn’t like this one as much as I thought I would, but it didn’t disappoint either. My main complaint is the ratio of jello to cheesecake; the cheesecake is so rich, and there’s so much of it that it almost overpowers the jello. This is also a very deep dessert, meaning you really need to get your spoon to reach all the way to the bottom to get all the goodies in one bite. I love the graham cracker crumbs that act as sand at the bottom. The dark chocolate medallion at the top gives chocolate lovers an added chocolaty bit to the dessert, which is nice. Overall, I did enjoy this one and would recommend it as it’s a fun try!
Red Rose Taverne
Fergus Fizz
Cranberry-Raspberry Mix and Sprite with a Butterscotch Topper and Granola Crumble
If you’re looking for a refreshing beverage packed with flavor, then I recommend this Brave-themed one! I was craving a light carbonated drink during the afternoon recently and decided to give this one a try. The cranberry-raspberry mix is so, so good mixed with Sprite! The drink, as a whole, reminded me of Italian Soda, so if you like those, you should definitely give this one a try! I will say that I did not taste any butterscotch; it just tasted like a heavy cream (just an FYI if you were weirded out by the idea of all the flavors mixed together).
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