On most any day, thousands of people walk down Mainstreet U.S.A. and by this restaurant heading for Frontierland. On this day, we decided to do more than just walk by, we had planned a relaxing lunch right in the middle of Liberty Square at the Liberty Tree Tavern.

With much anticipation we made our way up the steps and to the podium and check in. Within  a couple of minutes, our name was called along with the state we were from, and the hostess  escorted  us to our table in the Ben Franklin room. Each room is named after a historical American figure, and decorated with items related to them.

After being seated, we perused the menu for a dish to suit our fancy. There we appetizers of salads, cheese sticks and crab cakes, along with a couple of soups. Entrees included Cider-cured Salmon, New England Pot Roast... the Tavern Keeper's Favorite, William Penn Pasta - a marinated chicken with a creamy marinara sauce over penne pasta, and the Pilgrims' Feast - Traditional Roast Turkey and Herb Bread Dressing with Mashed Potatoes. There was also a Colony Entree Salad, and several sandwiches including the Old Glory Burger and Turkey Panini.

This day my dining partner and I both chose the Colony Salad, it was a hot day out side, and we wanted a lighter entree as we had a big day in the Magic Kingdom planned. Our salads came topped with grilled chicken, Washington apples, sweet pecans, smoked cheddar and a honey-shallot vinaigrette. The salad was large and filling, but didn't leave us overstuffed and needing a nap!

We loved the atmosphere of the Liberty Tree with it's Colonial feel, but this day it seems the kids outnumbered the adults and it was quite loud, but you have to expect and understand that being right in the heart of the Magic Kingdom. This is a great stop for lunch or dinner, and a welcome respite from the hustle and bustle of the theme park crowds, you can enjoy a meal, relax and rejuvenate for another charge at the attractions of the park.

At dinner, Minnie and her friends dressed in their finest Revolutionary War-era garb will welcome you for a revolutionary dinner feast. Your Mouse hostess invites you to enjoy a hearty American meal of roasted turkey, marinated flank steak and other colonial favorites with all the trimmings. This is served family style, and is all-you-care-to eat.