Pasta not in the Park?

[PoohRules]

Hello all! My friend and I are 'running' in our first Princess half this year! She always prefers pasta the night before a race. As it is a very early morning for us, we probably won't be spending that Saturday in a park. We are staying at CBR and using Disney Transportation, but are open to going anywhere for a very early supper. I have never eaten at Portabello's, is it worth it and the journey from CBR? Any other suggestions would be much appreciated. Counter service or full service suggestions are great. :mickey:

Thanks!

[ElenitaB]

Wolfgang Puck Express at Downtown Disney has several pasta dishes on the menu: mac & cheese; pasta with marinara and mozzarella; penne with chicken alfredo; spaghetti and meatballs and penne with Bolognese sauce. Their portions are generous and the food is of high quality. WPE is a favorite of ours and it rarely disappoints. The dining experience is between a CS and a TS in that you pay for your food, serve yourself your drinks but then your entree is brought to your table.

[Mickey 101]

Cap'n Jack's at DTD has Fettuccini Alfredo! You can add shrimp, blue crab, chicken, or salmon. Yum!

[A Big Kid]

I am fixing to tell you ALL you need to know about pasta at WDW. The food court at POR Riverside. It is "build your own pasta" for about $10 and is an absolutely buge portion. For the last three WDW 26.2s, it has been my pre-race meal.

[wildernesslady]

I agree with Puck Express or POR. We ate at Portebellos one night pre race and thought it was Ehh. The other two are definitely better options.

[KatrinaJ91]

POR's pasta station is really wonderful!!

[diz_girl]

Th EPCOT resort area has a couple of good options. Il Mulino in the Swan is an excellent choice and has lots of pasta dshes. Also, Kouzzina has a couple of pasta dishes too. You won't be at a park, but can still enjoy the Boardwalk area.