Yak and Yeti vs. 9 Dragons

I have never been to Nine Dragons (much as I love Asian food, the negative reviews have so far put me off--but I may try it some day). I did, however, go to Yak & Yeti on my recent trip. As you say, one of the biggest draws is that there's very little in the way of table service in Animal Kingdom (I can eat at Rainforest Cafe in Vegas if I want to, where there are far fewer children than WDW). That said, I liked it. I thought the food was decent, and the atmosphere and service great. Given the other dining options in the park, I'd have to say it will always be my top choice for lunch at AK (I know others love Flame Tree, but I'm not a fan of counter service and their menu doesn't contain enough--or any--green leafy vegetables for me). I doubt I'd go out of my way to go to AK to eat at any of its restaurants, however, even Y&Y. I'd only eat there if I were spending the day in the park.

I have never been to Nine Dragons (much as I love Asian food, the negative reviews have so far put me off--but I may try it some day). I did, however, go to Yak & Yeti on my recent trip. As you say, one of the biggest draws is that there's very little in the way of table service in Animal Kingdom (I can eat at Rainforest Cafe in Vegas if I want to, where there are far fewer children than WDW). That said, I liked it. I thought the food was decent, and the atmosphere and service great. Given the other dining options in the park, I'd have to say it will always be my top choice for lunch at AK (I know others love Flame Tree, but I'm not a fan of counter service and their menu doesn't contain enough--or any--green leafy vegetables for me). I doubt I'd go out of my way to go to AK to eat at any of its restaurants, however, even Y&Y. I'd only eat there if I were spending the day in the park.

SoloFriendly wrote:

I have never been to Nine Dragons (much as I love Asian food, the negative reviews have so far put me off--but I may try it some day). I did, however, go to Yak & Yeti on my recent trip. As you say, one of the biggest draws is that there's very little in the way of table service in Animal Kingdom (I can eat at Rainforest Cafe in Vegas if I want to, where there are far fewer children than WDW). That said, I liked it. I thought the food was decent, and the atmosphere and service great. Given the other dining options in the park, I'd have to say it will always be my top choice for lunch at AK (I know others love Flame Tree, but I'm not a fan of counter service and their menu doesn't contain enough--or any--green leafy vegetables for me). I doubt I'd go out of my way to go to AK to eat at any of its restaurants, however, even Y&Y. I'd only eat there if I were spending the day in the park.

SF, what did you have there?

I love relaxing at Y&Y and the food is unfairly savaged. I've eaten at many generic Chinese places that had similar food. It's not exquisite dining, but it's good enough given the theming and the location.