brewcrew26
03-17-2009, 08:29 PM
DH and I had already enjoyed Boma's dinner buffet during out Disneymoon last year. We still can't stop raving about it. So, when we started planning this trip, we knew we wanted to go back and try breakfast. DB was a little apprehensive about it, but I think he warmed up to it pretty nicely.
We had a 7:50 ressie on Friday, March 6. We were running a bit late anyways, but it didn't help that Security was amped up (I heard rumors Britney Spears was staying at AKL during the same time so they limited incoming guests) and they were checking our driver's licenses and calling the restaurant to confirm our dining reservation even though we gave them a confirmation code.
The restaurant was barely full at that time of morning. We could see the pool from our table, steam still rising off the water's surface. I'm still amazed at how gorgeous the lodge's architecture really is from the thatched roof to the savannah. I was carefully examining all the kitchens and the space that Boma takes up is immense.
We were taken to our table promptly. The CM gave DH and I a "Celebrate Today!" card for our 1st anniversary signed by all the CMs in their native languages. It was really touching.
The layout of the buffet is similar to dinner. On the far right hand side is the carving station (it had cured ham and corned beef for breakfast) and traditional African fare such as bobotie (it seemed like a spicy version of grits to me) and fried tomatoes.
There was an area that had waffles, sausage, bacon and already prepared eggs and omelettes. But there was also an made-to-order omelette station. I had the chef make a bacon, mushroom and cheddar omelet. It was huge, but well worth it! There was a large selection of dry cereals, breads and muffins. The banana bread was excellent. DH and DB both really enjoyed the sausage. They said it had a great smoky flavor.
Boma's signature juice - a mix of guava, mango and papaya (someone please correct me if I have my tropical fruits mixed up) was a great starter for the morning. I also love the paper straws they have at the lodge and at AK.
Finally, our server brought DH and I special dessert to celebrate our anniversary. I'm pretty sure they're Zebra Domes. (Picture with our card (http://brewcrew26.shutterfly.com/1222).) Even if it was only 9 a.m., they were fantabulous!
Overall, I really enjoyed breakfast at Boma. There's enough of a selection for even the pickiest of diners. The restaurant was still barely full by the time we left, so I think it's a nice quiet option for adult travelers or those with older children. I would go back in a heartbeat for both meals!
We had a 7:50 ressie on Friday, March 6. We were running a bit late anyways, but it didn't help that Security was amped up (I heard rumors Britney Spears was staying at AKL during the same time so they limited incoming guests) and they were checking our driver's licenses and calling the restaurant to confirm our dining reservation even though we gave them a confirmation code.
The restaurant was barely full at that time of morning. We could see the pool from our table, steam still rising off the water's surface. I'm still amazed at how gorgeous the lodge's architecture really is from the thatched roof to the savannah. I was carefully examining all the kitchens and the space that Boma takes up is immense.
We were taken to our table promptly. The CM gave DH and I a "Celebrate Today!" card for our 1st anniversary signed by all the CMs in their native languages. It was really touching.
The layout of the buffet is similar to dinner. On the far right hand side is the carving station (it had cured ham and corned beef for breakfast) and traditional African fare such as bobotie (it seemed like a spicy version of grits to me) and fried tomatoes.
There was an area that had waffles, sausage, bacon and already prepared eggs and omelettes. But there was also an made-to-order omelette station. I had the chef make a bacon, mushroom and cheddar omelet. It was huge, but well worth it! There was a large selection of dry cereals, breads and muffins. The banana bread was excellent. DH and DB both really enjoyed the sausage. They said it had a great smoky flavor.
Boma's signature juice - a mix of guava, mango and papaya (someone please correct me if I have my tropical fruits mixed up) was a great starter for the morning. I also love the paper straws they have at the lodge and at AK.
Finally, our server brought DH and I special dessert to celebrate our anniversary. I'm pretty sure they're Zebra Domes. (Picture with our card (http://brewcrew26.shutterfly.com/1222).) Even if it was only 9 a.m., they were fantabulous!
Overall, I really enjoyed breakfast at Boma. There's enough of a selection for even the pickiest of diners. The restaurant was still barely full by the time we left, so I think it's a nice quiet option for adult travelers or those with older children. I would go back in a heartbeat for both meals!