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Fri, 10/23/2015 - 16:29
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OK now I'm excited!

http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2015/10/chef-rick-bayless-to-open-frontera-fresco-restaurant-at-disney-springs-at-walt-disney-world-resort/

Chef Rick Bayless, a six-time James Beard Foundation award winner, is the latest chef to sign on to open a new restaurant at Disney Springs at Walt Disney World Resort. Known for his authentic Mexican cuisine, Bayless is opening Frontera Fresco, featuring specialties such as hand-crafted tortas, tacos, salads, fresh-made guacamole and classic Mexican braised meat entrees, all crafted with his time-honored recipes. And, of course, margaritas (plus cocktails, beers and wine).

"I'm thrilled to bring Frontera Fresco to Disney Springs and share my passion for Mexican cuisine with the families who visit Orlando every year," Bayless said

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Fri, 10/23/2015 - 17:57
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I just got an email about this and almost screamed out loud at my desk! This is the best one yet! LOVE Rick Bayless!

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Fri, 10/23/2015 - 18:18
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Awesome awesome

Sat, 10/24/2015 - 00:23
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Has anyone visited one of the 3 Chicago area locations?

Sat, 10/24/2015 - 12:33
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Skunk wrote:
Has anyone visited one of the 3 Chicago area locations?

I have toyed with the idea of taking a weekend in Chicago just for that purpose but never got around to it. I won't have to now.

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Sat, 10/24/2015 - 16:51
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So after reading reviews on the Chicago locations, I learned that Frontera Fresco is actually counter service. Frontera Grill is the table service restaurant in Chicago. Guessing the Disney Springs location will be counter service too.

Sun, 10/25/2015 - 00:17
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Even better, no need for ADRs

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Sun, 10/25/2015 - 15:20
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Sounds awesome! Can't wait to try it!

Sun, 10/25/2015 - 15:50
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Skunk wrote:
Has anyone visited one of the 3 Chicago area locations?

It just occurred to me that I am spoiled enough to have gone to all three of his main restaurants. (Four if you're counting Torta's at O'Hare). Still need to try Xoco. I think Fresco is going to absolutely kick butt at Disney Springs; fantastic food in a great atmosphere. Fan boy moment - my husband was walking through O'Hare on a work trip and stopped at Torta's for something to eat on his flight. Rick Bayless was in the kitchen checking on food quality, cleanliness, etc. Shook his hand and asked him to try a new prickly pear agua fresca along with the rest of his order. We just this morning decided to go down for short trip next September so I'm super excited to see this addition.

Mon, 10/26/2015 - 13:44
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I am so excited!! I had heard rumors so I was keeping my fingers crossed. Will be on our list for places to eat next year. I really need to get down to his places in Chicago. Maybe a road trip is in order and oh we are flying thru O'Hare so I am trying Torta's for sure! clapping

Mon, 10/26/2015 - 18:26
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Sweet. I <3 taco.

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