Ep 182 March Madness Comes to Disney Dining

Disney dining enthusiasts unite! In the latest episode of the Rise and Run Podcast, the hosts Bob, John, Greg, and Alysha started a March Madness-style tournament. They are set out to determine the ultimate Walt Disney World sit-down restaurant. This exciting bracket challenge promises three episodes of passionate debate, surprise upsets, and thoughtful analysis of Disney’s diverse culinary landscape.

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Which Disney Restaurant Will Reign Supreme?

March Madness fever sweeps through the Rise and Run Podcast as we launch our multi-episode tournament to crown the ultimate Walt Disney World sit-down restaurant! Using data from TouringPlans.com, our hosts have seeded 68 dining locations into four regions named after Run Disney course staples: Plastic Cheese, Banana, Sports Bean, and Cliffs Blocks.

The tournament structure was meticulously designed, with Greg explaining how the 68 restaurants were seeded based on data from TouringPlans.com reviews. The hosts divided the restaurants into four creatively named regions: the Plastic Cheese Region, the Banana Region, the Sports Bean Region, and the Cliff Blocks Region – each named after Run Disney race course staples.

Round one featured several notable upsets that had the hosts and listeners buzzing. In the Banana Region, Yachtsman Steakhouse (13-seed) defeated the popular Yak & Yeti (4-seed). The 11-seed Ohana triumphed over Cape May Cafe (6-seed). Perhaps most shocking was Space 220 (15-seed) advancing past Wolfgang Puck (2-seed) in what the hosts called a “massive, massive upset.”

Fan favorites that advanced include Sanaa, Le Cellier, Morimoto Asia, Boma, California Grill, and Tiffins. The hosts displayed clear passion for these dining experiences. They often shared personal anecdotes about memorable meals. They also recounted special occasions celebrated at these establishments.

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Whether you’re planning your next Disney vacation dining strategy or getting ready for an upcoming race, this episode is for you. It delivers the perfect blend of Disney magic and running motivation. Join our Rise and Run family as we continue our March Madness journey next week with round two of the restaurant bracket!

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