california grill

[robertcraig]

There is a rumour that CALIFIRNIA GRILL is closing for refurbishment in 2013

[Wendy]

I heard the same, it sounds like the restaurant will close on the 1st January 2013 for between 4 and 6 months for what sounds like a restaurant refurbishment.

[Keith]

Yep this is now official!

closing on January 6, 2013 and reopening late summer!

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.

http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2012/07/california-grill-at-disneys-contemporary-resort-gets-ready-for-a-new-look/