California Grill to close for refurbishment 1/6/13!

According to the Disney Parks Blog, the California Grill at the Contemporary Resort will be closing on January 6, 2013 through late summer 2013. A total facelift will happen, and a menu revamp as well. For myself, I am just glad this is not happening now, as we have reservations for a wonderful dinner there on our trip in October.

Chef Brian, when will California Grill temporarily close? *** Chef Brian: We’ll close on January 6, 2013, and we’re all so excited about the new look – I can’t wait to share the plans! *** And when do you plan to reopen? Chef Brian: Late summer 2013. **** Are you making big changes to the menu? Chef Brian: We’ll be tweaking the menu, but we’ll still focus on a fresh, seasonal menu with top-of-the-line sushi. You can still look for creative flavors and techniques, and sophisticated cuisine – I’ve got a great group of chefs in my kitchen and a great crew in the dining room, and we all plan to return. *** We heard the private dining rooms may go away? Chef Brian: No, we’ll continue to use the two private dining rooms for personalized catering for groups and parties. *** Are you getting a new onstage kitchen? Chef Brian: We’re so excited about enhancements to the interactive kitchen – we’ll be able to give a fresh spin to California Grill classics, and add some cutting-edge new selections to the menu.