By now you have probably seen “Frozen.” Heck, you’ve probably seen “Frozen,” memorized every song, and dressed your dog as Olaf for Halloween. Okay, maybe that last one’s just me, but people have seen “Frozen” and LOVE it. Naturally, Disney updated EPCOT’s Norwegian pavilion to reflect this Nordic love with two new attractions: Frozen Ever After and the Royal Sommerhaus.
Do you want to build an appetite?
Frozen Ever After takes place in Arendelle during their annual Winter in Summer festival, celebrating residents’ favorite season during its polar opposite. The Royal Sommerhaus hosts a meet and greet with Elsa and Princess Anna at their royal retreat cabin, a summer home often kept by royal Norwegian families. You’re bound to get hungry while exploring these new attractions (and inevitably waiting in lines).
So what is there to eat in the Norwegian Pavillon? Norwegian cuisine is not as prominent as other international fare in the U.S., but it’s not any less delectable. In EPCOT’s Norway, you have two eating options, one table service and one quick service, both included in Disney Dining Plans.
I’d Like to Eat in a Norwegian Castle
The exterior of Akershus Royal Banquet Hall, the table service option, models the style of the Norwegian castle for which the restaurant gets its name. They serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Prices range from $39-$47 for adults and $24-$27 for children depending on the time of year. Besides the delicious meal, the main draw to Akershus is their Princess Storybook meal. A fun alternative to Cinderella’s Royal Table, families can meet Ariel, Belle, Jasmine, Aurora, Snow White, Mulan, and Cinderella.
The buffet style breakfast features classics like eggs, bacon, sausage, and assorted pastries, as well as a traditional Norwegian breakfast of various smoked fish and cheeses. Lunch and dinner provide diner with a menu of Norwegian staples. Start out with the Taste of Norway, a tasting plate of Scandinavian seafood, imported cheese, cured meats, and fresh fruits. Entrees include Norwegian inspired dishes like the Svinekotelett, a char-grilled center cut pork chop paired with Jarlsberg potatoes au gratin and finished with port jus.
Say It Three Times Fast
Kringla Bakeri og Kafe is Norway’s quick service option and home to various open-faced sandwiches and Norwegian pastries. Are you looking for a savory lunch or dinner? Taste the Norwegian Charcuterie, a plethora of meats, cheeses, mixed olives, and veggies. Looking to satisfy your sweet tooth? Another popular plate is School Bread, a cardamom bun filled with vanilla creme, topped with glaze and toasted coconut.