Oldschool75 Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 Well due to being a full time adult college student, and going to school year round. I have not been able to go to KI in 2 years. Well I just bought my tickets online for Aug 14th, for $22 a ticket. Great Deal. Can't wait to ride Diamondback and The Beast. What is the best food option for someone on a limited budget? Anyone else going up on the 14th? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rotag Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 just two, rivertown junction & the water fountains at restrooms Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oldschool75 Posted August 1, 2009 Author Share Posted August 1, 2009 Wasn't there a all you can drink option or something? I thought I read about it or was that for season pass holders only? **I just hope SOB is up and running when I go*** Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rotag Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 there was, but they took it away. but justin m_17 said they brought it back with differnt days of the week listed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jondrewfoo Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 best food option is definately not anywhere in the park if your going cheap. get a handstamp and go pack a lunch, or eat at somewhere like mcds, wendys, popeyes, skyline, bk, taco bell, etc that are all right outside the park. and yeah, sadly they got rid of the unlimited drink wristbands after may which was a real dissapointment. have fun! i may well be there, as thats my birthday! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dragsterfan420 Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 The best place to eat, that offers the best "bang for your buck", as they say, is Rivertown Junction Dining Hall. For $16.99 for and adult you get access to an all you can eat buffet. Here's the menu: MENU Meat Loaf Pot Roast Pulled Pork Roast Stuffing Meatballs Burgers Grilled Chicken Fried Chicken Turkey Bread Sticks Chicken Bites Wedges Popcorn Shrimp Fajita Chicken Green Beans Carrots Corn Taco Meat Nacho Cheese Spaghetti Bowtie Pasta Vegetable Medley Mashed Potatoes Macaroni and Cheese Marinara Alfredo Potato Salad Cole Slaw Pasta Salad Mar. Veggies Salad Bar Items: Chocolate Pudding Mixed Fruit Jello Vanilla Pudding Apple Sauce Cottage Cheese Grapes Carrots Broccoli Grape Tomatoes Mixed Cheese Cucumbers Bacon Bits Green Peppers Raisins Banana Peppers Peas French Dressing Ceasar Dressing Italian Dressing Ranch Dressing Chocolate Mousse Pie Yellow Cake Sugar Cookies Chocolate Chip Cookies Carrot Cake Rice Krispie Treats Brownies Chocolate Ice Cream Vanilla Ice Cream Strawberry Ice Cream Ice Cream Toppings: Cherries Sprinkles Chocolate Chip Pieces M&M Pieces Reese Pieces Crushed Oreo Pieces Chocolate Sauce Peanuts Coke Diet Coke Coke Zero Fanta (orange) Vault Minute Maid Sprite Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jondrewfoo Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 he did say on a limited budget... seriously can you people not read? never in my life have i paid 16.99 for one person for a meal. I normally spend about 5.50 to go to mcdonalds and get a big mac meal, a southern style chicken meal, or their new angus bacon cheeseburger meal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DiamondbackLover Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 16.99 is NOT cheap. Food at the park is very expensive, and I personally find the buffet's kind of gross, so I would suggest Subway or Chick Fil A. They cost more than they do out of KI, but they are MUCH less than 16.99. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IslandAddict Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 What day is the fourteenth? If its a Saturday I'll probably be able to go because I have one last day on my two-day pass. LOL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jondrewfoo Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 friday. its my birthday, so i dont even have to look it up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IslandAddict Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 Oops... never mind... I wasn't paying attention... I probably won't be able to go then. Sorry. Edit again: Okay, long story made short, my parents are divorced. I asked my mom if she could let me go to me dad's on that Friday to go to KI, and she said I could, but I'm not sure if my dad could... man, I can't wait until I get my license. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dragsterfan420 Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 16.99 is a deal. If you go to FestHaus and buy Pepperoni pizza, fries and a drink it comes out to 15 and something dollars. At the buffet if you are to get two different styles of main dishes like I did, popcorn shrimp and pasta, get some actual vegetables green beans, broccoli, etc., and at least 2 refills on a Coke it pays for it self. I'm not saying go their for every meal at the park but for dinner that restaurant is an A+ choice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jondrewfoo Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 really? im not even going to argue that. rediculous. i really wish everyone grew up with just enough money to survive, because then you can appreciate what really is important and what really isnt no matter how much money you earn later in life. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 Quite frankly, with a Platinum or season's pass, I think the Backyard BBQ with the discount is a very good deal, as well. Then again, I have no compunction about snarfing up lettuce out of the condiments area, adding some tomato, a pickle or two, some onions, and the honey mustard meant for the chicken tenders--instant salad! And then there's the real cheddar cheese, the weiners, the burger meat...Adkin's low carb wonders! Or real ice cream sandwiches! It's a good deal, though the time of day is a bit odd..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IslandAddict Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 Quite frankly, with a Platinum or season's pass, I think the Backyard BBQ with the discount is a very good deal, as well. Then again, I have no compunction about snarfing up lettuce out of the condiments area, adding some tomato, a pickle or two, some onions, and the honey mustard meant for the chicken tenders--instant salad! And then there's the real cheddar cheese, the weiners, the burger meat...Adkin's low carb wonders! Or real ice cream sandwiches! It's a good deal, though the time of day is a bit odd..... Mmmm, Terpy, you make Addict hungry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 I didn't lose almost 3/4 of a normal person by eating like one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DiamondbackLover Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 You can pay less than 10 at Chick Fil A for a really good sandwich. 6 bucks less. That's pretty good considering it's KI. So what I'm saying is you don't have to go to a buffet to watch your budget! Do what you want though, this is just my opinion. What can I say -- I <3 Chick Fil A! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TOPGUN1993 Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 Skyline oyster crackers are a nice snack. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DiamondbackLover Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 Skyline oyster crackers are a nice snack. Haha. I love those also. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dragsterfan420 Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 You don't have to go to the buffet, I'm just putting it out there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DiamondbackLover Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 You don't have to go to the buffet, I'm just putting it out there. Yeah. I mean choose what you want. I don't know why I care so much. LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IslandAddict Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 You can pay less than 10 at Chick Fil A for a really good sandwich. 6 bucks less. That's pretty good considering it's KI. So what I'm saying is you don't have to go to a buffet to watch your budget! Do what you want though, this is just my opinion. What can I say -- I <3 Chick Fil A! I must respectfully disagree. I personally hate Chick Fil A. I tryed it once and threw it out. But I've only had it once so I don't think I can REALLY speak my opinion yet. I may try it again. I think that was when I wasn't feeling good. I go to the park no matter how sick I am. I don't care if I infect the world with my H1N1! Oops, was that too loud. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KYCavsFan Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 There is always the 2 piece deal from LaRosa's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HTCO Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 Skyline oyster crackers are a nice snack. Can you ask for those for free? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 Of course you can ask....now whether or not you will get them, that's another story! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diamondback FOF Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 ... It's a good deal, though the time of day is a bit odd..... I agree with that. My family was considering doing it, but then by the time we found out it was 3- 4:30, it was already 4:42, so we ended up not eating at the picnic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whales_Rock Posted August 3, 2009 Share Posted August 3, 2009 To save money, one day I went with my friend and we bought some food, put it in a cooler, and put it in the trunk of the car. At lunch and dinner time, we went back out, sat in the car, and ate. Oh, and SOB won't be open. Most Likely. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oldschool75 Posted August 5, 2009 Author Share Posted August 5, 2009 I'm going to eat in the park. I was just wanting to know the best bang for the buck. Thanks for all who answered. Probably will have some LaRosas, definitely potato works, a funnel cake, Oh yeah , blue soft serve. I hoping this coller weather holds out until next week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KIfan1980 Posted August 5, 2009 Share Posted August 5, 2009 On the blue soft serve - even though it is not on the menu board, you can order a kids size and still get a good amount of ice cream at a lower price. I know this to be true when ordered in a cup versus a cone, not sure if kids size cones are offered. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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