Have you ever been to the Earl of Sandwich?
It is not secret that Walt Disney World is a massive place, filled with more things then one could possibly see on a normal vacation. So even after going dozens of times, I still occasionally find something that has been there for years and I never bothered to try. The Earl of Sandwich is just one of those places.
I can’t even count how many times I’ve been to the Downtown Disney Marketplace and passed by this eatery, normally giggling about picture of the Earl that adorns the entrance. I was just never there when I needed something light to eat. I was either there late at night, or going to one of the many restaurants in the area for dinner
Lord Sandwich did not invent the sandwich, but his love for them gave it the name we use today. Legend has it, he liked the food because he could either continue to work or play cards, whichever story you believe, and not get his hands greasy. I can only imagine how happy the good Earl would be if he was able to lunch at this place.
The specialty here is hot sandwiches, and the quality far exceeds hot sandwiches you get at various fast food sub shops. These are as inventive as they are delicious. The All American, with turkey, cheese, ranch dressing and cranberries, was better than I could have ever thought. There are also offerings with French, Italian, and even Caribbean flare. There’s also a selection of salads.
Don’t forget to save room for dessert. They have some fresh cookies and brownies. I had an ice cream sandwich of vanilla ice cream inside two brownies. They also have some interesting muffins and other sweets.
There is no great theme to this place. No immersive story. There is an attempt to put some nice British flavor to the dining area, but it can be easily overlooked. However, you won’t miss the aroma of these fabulous sandwiches. Next time you’re at Disney World, give it a shot. It is a great meal and doesn’t cost a small fortune.
Gordon said,
July 26, 2007 @ 11:58 pm
Who needs immersive theming when you have the best sandwiches! I always make a point of stopping here for lunch when at WDW.
Eric said,
July 27, 2007 @ 7:11 pm
I agree, this place is great. If you want something more than a McMeal, give Earl a try. (And the cookies and brownies are excellent too!)
KingBob said,
July 28, 2007 @ 4:49 am
The sandwiches are hard to describe, but they are unique and incredible!
A second, much smaller location opened last year at the International Plaza mall in Tampa.
Sean said,
November 5, 2007 @ 9:13 pm
The wife and I discovered this place while looking for a dining option that wasn’t too crowded or pricey on New Year’s Eve. I had the Full Montagu and the wife had the Tuna Melt….wow! did we enjoy! We told family members about it and introduced them to the restaurant in March 2007. They’re now fans also. We’re going back for Thanksgiving holiday and would not be surprised if we hit the place twice or more over the weekend.