Gadling

Wow. I have personally never heard of this place but it does sound incredible, almost secret-society-ish. Wouldn't think that this kind of a place would be in Disneyland.

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I've actually been there with my a couple of my former church groups. One person had membership through her work, and was allowed to get tickets for the rest of us.

It actually is pretty well hidden and the looks on the people's faces when we were being chaperoned through the mysterious door was awesome.

Don't really remember how the food was, but I do have the wrapper of a mint I saved with a 'Club 33' logo on the front. :)

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I don't know why this strikes me as really funny--all these people waiting years and paying tens of thousands... to eat in Disneyland.

I'm sure the food is fine and all, but the combination of "exclusive" and "Disneyland" makes my brain hurt. The place has it's charms, but generally it seems so manufactured and plastic and lowest-common-denominator.

I would hope if I had that much money to throw around I'd throw it at a charity first.


(Crabby, when she's not being obnoxious here at Gadling, has her own grouchy health and fitness blog at http://crankyfitness.blogspot.com/. It ain't nearly as classy as Disneyland.)

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I've been eating here with friends for years-- I had no idea it had such an enormous cult following or that it was even secret at all.. 9 years waiting list? Trust me.. the food isn't THAT amazing. Free tickets to the park? Disney Land SUCKS. SO.NOT.WORTH.IT.

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i've been there and it was so bomb, there is something like a $50 per person minimum

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ive been there 3 times! and dont let the naysayers tell you it isnt awesome, because it is! i have gotten in by the shirt tail, my friends' mothers' friends' business has a membership. yeah, the food is awesome, but if youre into disney stuff, the history of the famous CLUB 33 will astound you....it was meant for walt to entertain dignitaries and vips, and the photos on the walls give you chills if you are into that sort of thing. they have their own club 33 china, and yes, serve alcohol. i have had some cool experiences in life, but being a major disney fan, let me tell ya, there aint nothin quite like walkin in that secret door, and watching new orleans square below you, having a fabulous meal, and then cruising disneyland with a good buzz. am outstanding experience!

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Here's what snopes has to say about it:

http://www.snopes.com/disney/parks/club33.htm#add

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I actually used to work custodial (aka, potty duty) at D-land when I was in college and NO Square was one of my areas. So yeah, I've been in Club 33, been in the restrooms, eaten the food and seen all that. I even have one of the highly sought-after Club 33 pens (yeah, I know). Honestly, I knew it was hoity-toity and I'd heard all sorts of legends about the place before I started working there (I grew up in OC), but to see it in person...was crappy. The place was worn down, the bathrooms were Pepto-pink and it just seemed a little too full of itself. And, just because I'm obnoxious like this: the door is right next to the exit for Pirates of the Carribean...ah, those were the days!

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Club 33 is awesome. It has a simple door with the number 33 and a buzzer on it.
Ah, wonderful

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Dining at Club 33 was an incredible experience, one that I shall cherish forever. I was the high bidder for an auction package benefiting a non-profit organization -- dinner for 4, airline vouchers, Disneyland passes. My husband and I took our daughter and one of her friends to celebrate our collective birthdays.

The winning bid went to a good cause and we were able to indulge ourselves on a sumptuous meal. Oh, how I wish the opportunity would present itself once again!

A dream is a wish your heart makes...

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I have nothing new to add except that people shouldn't waste money on something like this when there are so many things the money could do that would be more beneficial and would make you feel better. Maybe they should turn into a museum?

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I've been to Club 33. I even have a pen! You have a view of the lagoon. When you are in the New orlenes shopping area by the glass shop, you walk under the "window bridge" that is the club. The food was just as good but not better than other parts of Disney. It was a buffet the day I went. Some of the private members are are made up of corporations and give their employees a free lunch pass plus guests, for 25 years of service. The service was great. The memorabilia was what I thought made it a special treat to be there. But the food wasn't anything out of the ordinary. Disney has a lot of good eats for the masses. I like the food in carnation square better. lol

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I was an invited guest there years ago. I do not remember the food, but I do remember it had the most plush marble bathroom I have ever seen.

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Nobody has ever heard of it. Approximately a dozen people posting here have eaten there, and only one person has the courage to tell where the entrance is. YEAH RIGHT

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I had a friend who worked there. He said you had to start as a busser and work for five years before you can be a server, but once you make it to that point you're set. Problem is, if you're a busser you do EVERYTHING and the servers don't have to tip you out (and anyone in the restaurant industry can know how frustrating that is). So while servers will walk with $200 plus a night, the bussers are still just making minimum wage or close to it. Talk about paying your dues.

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It would be so awesome to be a part of Club 33! I was raised in a disney family, and I love all the historical stuff about disney. Yes, the restaurant may look cheesy and the food may not be any better than anywhere else in the park, but it's more about the experience. That restaurant is a part of disney history! You guys may not think it's cool, but I do. :)

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ive eaten there with my family and its hard to get in we only got to go because we knew someone who was a member and he called it in as a gift to my parents . it was great food and a good experience. you get in by a secret elevator that part was fun!

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My insurance agent is a memeber and makes reservations for his clients when you ask him. We have been there several times...The food is very good and the service and atmosphere are great..there is a plain door marked " 33" next to the Pirates of the Carribean. I have also been there for brunch which was fabulous and when you figure that you get into the park for the price of your meal I think it is a great deal..If you have a chance to go I would recommend it.

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