Urayasu, Chiba, Japan｜Zambini Brothers Ristorante

having been to amusement parks and other disneys, i was not expecting gourmet food for dinner within the park. but the zamboni brothers showed me that it was possible to have food that tasted like it was made by people who knew how to cook instead of people who only knew how to operate roller coasters. i got the red sauce pasta with meatballs, the cinnamon mickey churros (my favorite churro flavor amongst the wide selection offered throughout disney), and the pink carbonated drink that i cant seem to remember the flavor of anymore. firstly, the pasta was perfectly al dente, seasoned with actual red sauce instead of some variation of ketchup (as i originally assumed it would taste considering it’s an amusement park), and the meatballs were absolutely the cherries on top of it all. the pink drink threw me off at first when i realized there were pieces of chewy “things” (i still have no idea what it was) in it. coming from taiwan, the island of boba, i was not unaccustomed to having my drinks paired with an array of chewy things. in some ways, it made me feel at home. i ended up getting another after i finished the first cup. lastly, the churro was everything i wanted it to be. and yes, it may be largely because i am simply a big fan of cinnamon and would gladly take anything sprinkled with cinnamon on top. so please do take my opinion with a pinch of salt (or cinnamon lol). as a bonus, my friend ordered the long pizza (what a concept!), which i tried and ended up loving. the bread is what you would expect to find at authentic italian restaurants rather than an amusement park that one would assume mass produces their bread. but no, there was a perfect balance of elasticity, salt, and quality flour from the few bites i stole from my friends long pizza. ultimately, the whole concept of a normal pizza molded into a long churro-like shape simply makes any person enjoy the food ten times more. if you happen to be in disney sea and are up for some italian, hit up zambini brothers!

Pro tip: Bring your food to the second floor outside dining area before the fireworks to enjoy dinner under the fireworks with the best view of the fireworks without the crowd while sitting! It’s amazing! Otherwise the food here scores high for mickey disney magic theming. They have beef stew with mickey shaped puff pastry topping that had tender juicy beef chunks and was quite hearty and delicious. The pasta is also al dente and high quality and I love their mickey shaped Melba toast with the tomato veggie soup. The desserts are aesthetic with mickey and colourful decorations and taste as good as they look. Their hot maple apple cider with real apple chunks is also super warming and hits the spot.

Zambini Brothers Ristorante is an Italian-themed restaurant located in the Mediterranean Harbor area of DisneySea. The restaurant is known for its delicious Italian cuisine and charming ambiance, which transports guests to the streets of Italy. Many visitors praise the restaurant for its tasty food, including classic Italian dishes like pasta, pizza, and risotto. The portions are said to be generous, and the flavors are well-balanced and authentic. The atmosphere of the restaurant is also frequently mentioned in positive reviews. The interior decor features warm, rustic tones, and the staff is known for their friendly and attentive service. Guests can enjoy their meals in a cozy, intimate setting or sit outside on the patio with a picturesque view of the harbor. Overall, Zambini Brothers Ristorante seems to be a popular choice for those looking for a delicious Italian meal in a charming setting at DisneySea. While prices may be on the higher side, many visitors seem to feel that the quality of the food and service is worth it.