Arthur's 27

Cuisine INTERNATIONAL
Hours Daily 6-10pm
Address 1900 Lake Buena Vista Dr
Location In the Wyndham Palace Resort, just north of Hotel Plaza Blvd, Lake Buena Vista
Transportation Take I-4 Exit 68, Hwy. 535/Apopka-Vineland Rd., north to Hotel Plaza Blvd., then left to the Wyndham
Reservations Reservations recommended
Dress Code Jackets suggested for men
Phone 407/827-3450
Prices Main courses $31-$51; $62-$72 prix fixe; no kids' menu
Credit Cards AE, DC, DISC, MC, V
Review

Insiders come here for the 27th-floor views of central Florida sunsets and Disney's fireworks. Those who can afford the high-altitude prices are rewarded with a romantic restaurant that has the feel of a 1930s supper club minus the cigarette smoke. Most tables are set in intimate alcoves facing picture windows. Book an 8pm reservation (well in advance) for a table facing the 9pm Disney fireworks. The cuisine, unfortunately, doesn't live up to the view and prices. The herb-crusted rack of lamb, ordered medium rare, is sufficient to please the eye and taste, but the Chilean sea bass sometimes arrives brittle and liquid. Overall, portions lean toward the small size. The wine list is commendable but priced well above retail. Dinner for two including appetizer, salad, entree, modest wine, dessert, and tip easily can climb to above $200.

Tip: Skip the meal and go for the fireworks view in the Top of the Palace Lounge, also on the 27th floor. But arrive early. It gets crowded.