Mouse Extra

There are so many reasons why I find myself in Epcot more than any other park.  Not the least of which is the food from around the world.  But to eat well at the World Showcase, you don’t always need to make reservations months in advance.  Many pavilions have amazing counter service options, and none are more famous than the Boulangerie Patisserie in France.

Tucked deep into the back of the France Pavilion, the pasty shop is practically an attraction onto itself.  The location seems like a strange one, being so far off the beaten path.  But the aroma draws you in with more efficiency than any sign or marketing campaign could. 

Speaking of location, this is one of the more impressive areas of the World Showcase.  As you stroll past a beautiful Parisian fountain, you turn and walk up what feels like a centuries old street.  It is quiet, immersive, and filled with the knee-buckling smells from all around the pavilion.  By the afternoon, the shadows cast coolness across the courtyard that lends to an even more authentic city feel.  There are a few tables sprinkled outside the shop, so you can sit and soak in the atmosphere and enjoy your food.  My only complaint is that there simply are not enough tables, but that is a minor issue to say the least.

The shop is obviously full of terrific pastries, all singing your name with delight.  But this is also a decent place for a light lunch, with quiches and sandwich options.  Before sitting down to enjoy the British Invasion, cross the bridge into France and grab a dessert to go.  It’s a favorite pastime at the World Showcase.