Where would you suggest for a 10th anniversary dinner? We're looking at something on the monorail loop since we're leaving the kids at the Polynesian activity center. Ideally something quieter, where we can sit in air conditioning and hear ourselves think. Any ideas for what to do besides eat? I'm thinking walking through Epcot or Magic Kingdom and hitting the taller rides or people watching, but if there is something better, I would love to hear about it. Thanks!
Congrats on your anniversary.
My husband and I left the kids at Lilo's in September (which they both loved, by the way) and here is what we did:
Dropped kids at 4:45.
Headed to Trader Sam's.
Had some fun drinks and appetizers and talked with other couples we met there (seating is conducive to meeting others).
Strolled around the grounds of the Poly. It is very romantic and the grounds are beautiful.
Took the monorail to the GF and strolled around and explored there.
Took the monorail to the CR.
Checked in at Cali Grill and went up to the Observation Deck to wait for our table.
Found a table in the lounge of CG overlooking MK and had drinks.
Were seated at a window table and enjoyed a lovely, quiet three course meal at CG.
Watched the Hallowishes fireworks from CG.
Took the monorail back to the Poly to pick up the kids.
My husband has no interest in the parks other than seeing the kids having fun, so this worked great for him (he does like fireworks). He really liked being able to enjoy Disney without the lines.
Regardless of the restaurant you pick (and there are several good ones on the monorail loop), I would try to do at least one bar and one restaurant. We had so much fun at Trader Sam's. I would also catch the MK fireworks from somewhere (Poly beach, GF beach, etc.).
As an alternative, if it doesn't cost you anything extra (i.e., you have AP's or you are planning on going into the parks that day anyway) I would consider going through Epcot and eating and drinking around the world. There is so much at Epcot that you just can't fully enjoy with kids.