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This Insanely Luxurious Private-Dining Disney Experience Costs $15,000

Jan 30 2017 - 7:30am

You might have dined at some of the best sit-down restaurants at Disneyland [1], but we're positive you've never seen anything like this private-dining experience that costs $15,000. Let us introduce you to 21 Royal [2], a truly luxurious venue in Disneyland's New Orleans Square, upstairs from the classic Pirates of the Caribbean attraction, where park-goers get a personalized dining experience in a one-of-a-kind Disney environment. The 21 Royal experience is so exclusive that the 2,200-square-foot private residence only allows a single party of 12 people per night. The high price includes tax, gratuity, valet, and park admission.

The most amazing fact about this residence is that Walt and Lillian Disney initially began designing the space, but it was left unfinished for decades, according to a statement from Disney. "When you arrive, a butler from the skilled and unobtrusive staff (many with experience in estate management and domestic service in private homes) admits you via an ornate, gated staircase into what was to have been Walt and Lillian Disney's private residence [3] within the park," according to Robb Report.

This is not your typical Disneyland restaurant — in fact, it's not a restaurant at all because guests don't order from a menu. One of the most magical parts of the whole experience is that you get to choose a theme for your own menu, and the employees go from there. The location's website explains, "Using your chosen theme for the evening as inspiration, the team thoughtfully prepares a menu that weaves together a tapestry of imaginative dishes that combine to tell a tale that is uniquely yours." If you're totally in awe of this Disney dream, read ahead to learn more details and see photos of the jaw-dropping interior.

You'd be dining like Disney royalty in a space handcrafted by Walt himself.

After Walt and Lillian Disney's project was left unfinished, Imagineers resurrected the plans and completed the detailed designs. Now, as 21 Royal, it's intended to be used for special occasions such as elevated social gatherings, family celebrations, and corporate events.

The gorgeous parlor in the private residence is thoughtfully designed.

The design for the space was inspired by the 1960s watercolor paintings of Dorothea Redmond, a Disney set designer and legend known for her work at Walt Disney Imagineering as well as her work on Alfred Hitchcock films.

The dining room is the definition of a magical atmosphere.

The culinary experience culminates at the dining table, where guests have a meal presented by a top chef at the Disneyland Resort, Culinary Director of Signature Restaurants Andrew Sutton, and Chef de Cuisine Justin Monson. The chefs describe the evening as "epicurean theater," which includes seasonal flavors and wine pairings. "We want the food and wine to tell a personal story. Our guests are in a one-of-a-kind, private setting, and we want the food to be dazzling as well as delicious," Sutton said in a statement from Disney.


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