California Grill Lounge — Change History

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2013

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Back OnlineSep 9, 2013#

The venue reopened September 9, 2013 with a redesigned bar and a first-come, first-served lounge serving the full menu, in a new design inspired by mid-century-modern California and a tribute to Disney artist Mary Blair.

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UpdateSep 2013#

The 2013 reboot expanded the drink menu to about 250 wine selections with roughly 80 available by the glass (from a cellar of about 1,600 bottles), plus a broadened beer and spirits list.

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RefurbishmentFeb 1, 2013#

California Grill and its lounge closed after dinner service on February 1, 2013 for a months-long top-to-bottom renovation.

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1995

NewMay 15, 1995#

California Grill and its bar/lounge opened May 15, 1995 on the 15th floor of Disney's Contemporary Resort, taking the place of the former Top of the World.

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1993

RefurbishmentSep 30, 1993#

The Top of the World restaurant/supper club on the Contemporary's 15th floor, home to the 'Broadway at the Top' dinner show since 1981, closed September 30, 1993, vacating the space the California Grill Lounge now occupies.

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That's every change on the record at California Grill Lounge since 1993.

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When did California Grill Lounge open?

Per the documented record, California Grill Lounge at Walt Disney World Resort Hotels opened on May 15, 1995.

When did California Grill Lounge last close for refurbishment?

The most recent closure/refurbishment documented for California Grill Lounge is dated Feb 1, 2013: California Grill and its lounge closed after dinner service on February 1, 2013 for a months-long top-to-bottom renovation.

What changed recently on California Grill Lounge?

The latest documented change (documented Sep 9, 2013): The venue reopened September 9, 2013 with a redesigned bar and a first-come, first-served lounge serving the full menu, in a new design inspired by mid-century-modern California and a tribute to Disney artist Mary Blair.

How many changes are on record for California Grill Lounge?

5 documented changes, dating back to 1993 — the fan-kept restaurant changelog nobody else keeps.

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