YoungStud Posted September 6, 2013 Share Posted September 6, 2013 Put a smokehouse style barbecue place in festhaus. problem solved. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
medford Posted September 6, 2013 Share Posted September 6, 2013 There may be contractual reasons they turn on the lights, even in far less than perfect condition. As far as the festhaus, I agree, I'd love to see the clock get fixed, but I've also moved past the notion that it should be german food only. Retheme to the International house or something, keep the pizza and chinese, drop the burgers, fries, chicken fingers, use the lines on the far left, call up Schmidt's in Columbus, who runs an excellant German Buffett and add that to that side along w/ the cream puffs and I think you'll please most everyone. 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
medford Posted September 6, 2013 Share Posted September 6, 2013 Put a smokehouse style barbecue place in festhaus. problem solved. that would be awesome as well. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oldiesmann Posted September 6, 2013 Share Posted September 6, 2013 I don't see the burgers and fries leaving Festhaus anytime soon. The burgers and fries now served in Festhaus were once served in nearby Stunt Crew Grill, which is rarely (if ever) open these days (much like that long-forgotten smoothie stand between I-Street and Rivertown). The park can serve the same food in Festhaus that they served in Stunt Crew Grill with less overhead. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
upstop Posted September 6, 2013 Share Posted September 6, 2013 that is one thing that drives me crazy, because to me its laziness. the tower gardens could be gorgeous and instead its a crappy looking smoking area, and snoopys starlight specatuclar too, they need to just take the lights down if they aren't going to take care of them!!! boo blasters has been pretty pathetic for a while too, put forth a little effort for goodness sakes, I'm not saying go all Disney with the theming but little changes could make the atmosphere of the park so much better. They can combine the two- make a Starlight Garden. What a unique idea!!! They could take it one step further and serve beverages and light snacks at night to make it a romantic point with ambient music or a live band near a working waterfalls (make it work Mr Ouimet!). Many couples started relationships at Coney's moonlight gardens dancing under the stars... 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KI-ORIG-EMP Posted September 6, 2013 Share Posted September 6, 2013 What is so difficult for the park to serve brats,mets and German potato salad along with regular hot dogs in the Festhaus? By not at least serving some German food is like going down to Octoberfest in Zinzinnati and not having German food and beer to eat and drink. Now I am not saying serve sandwiches with that foul smelling cheese with onion on rye bread (which I do like at times) but some simple German cuisine. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcgoble3 Posted September 6, 2013 Share Posted September 6, 2013 ^ German food is served in the Bier Garten. Why serve the same foods in two different places very close to each other? Serving German food in the Festhaus would make more sense if it was halfway across the park from the Bier Garten, but then it wouldn't be in the Oktoberfest section. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted September 6, 2013 Share Posted September 6, 2013 ^^ From what I understand, Panda Express is operated by an independent franchisee, not the park. Giving away free refills to souvenir cup guests probably doesn't make business sense, though I'd hope they would honor the deal for those purchasing their food. It would be very inconvenient to stand in two different lines for food and drink. I don't care what cuisine(s) they offer in the Festhaus, but I'd really prefer some unique choices. I can get Panda Express at airports, mall food courts, and street corners in any major city - without the ~30% premium. Try it in downtown Washington, DC. Or New York City. I guarantee the Kings Island price is lower. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarvestmanMan Posted September 6, 2013 Share Posted September 6, 2013 The burgers and fries now served in Festhaus were once served in nearby Stunt Crew Grill, which is rarely (if ever) open these days (much like that long-forgotten smoothie stand between I-Street and Rivertown). I noticed that restaurant on my last visit...it appears to have been disused for quite some time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jr for Birdy Posted September 7, 2013 Share Posted September 7, 2013 As far as the festhaus, call up Schmidt's in Columbus, who runs an excellant German Buffett and add that to that side along w/ the cream puffs and I think you'll please most everyone. If Schmidt's moved into the Festhaus, they could just close shop on all the other food choices for all I care! We order the buffet and cream puffs probably once every two months when we visit. Absolutely delicious and I feel sad when I get filled, because it's so good it's hard to leave. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlondyRidesOn Posted September 8, 2013 Share Posted September 8, 2013 What is so difficult for the park to serve brats,mets and German potato salad along with regular hot dogs in the Festhaus? By not at least serving some German food is like going down to Octoberfest in Zinzinnati and not having German food and beer to eat and drink. Now I am not saying serve sandwiches with that foul smelling cheese with onion on rye bread (which I do like at times) but some simple German cuisine. I agree. The Festhaus should serve German food again. I also agree that it should be simple, such as Brats, hot dogs, and maybe even Glier's Goetta dogs (Which something I would like to see served at Kings Island). Coney Island had a hot dog stand that had a German look to it: (Not my photo, got it off of Google) 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoddaH1994 Posted September 8, 2013 Author Share Posted September 8, 2013 Again - I think we'd see the theme change from German before it's restored to a German heritage place. They just have too much success in there with what they're doing to change it around for the sake of a theme. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jr for Birdy Posted September 8, 2013 Share Posted September 8, 2013 Again - I think we'd see the theme change from German before it's restored to a German heritage place. They just have too much success in there with what they're doing to change it around for the sake of a theme. You my friend have never been to Schmidt's? I have worked and lived all over Columbus and they serve and cater like NOBODY else! They would run everyone out of the Festhaus if they moved in! To be honest, the Reds Grille wouldn't survive if they moved in, it's not even a question, let's go big Cedar Fair? I know you read this. why I'm posting! 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarvestmanMan Posted September 8, 2013 Share Posted September 8, 2013 Is this a debate on whether or not that area should stick with German theming? In my opinion, it's been gone for quite some time. The name "Oktoberfest" is obsolete now in terms of KI. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sonofbeast2.0 Posted September 8, 2013 Share Posted September 8, 2013 Rip out Starlight and replace with a nightly showing (in the summer) of a 15 min fountain show with music and fireworks synced together. Change Feasthaus, to "Around the World". The show is different each time it's showed too. first one can be american, next one can be Italian and last one can be a Chinese show. Do a Snoopy parade. Throw out candy, sing, dance etc. Finally overlooked usually ounce in the park, but rip most of parking lot apart and build a parking garage. Some changes/upgrades that I think is needed to the park. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jr for Birdy Posted September 8, 2013 Share Posted September 8, 2013 Is this a debate on whether or not that area should stick with German theming? In my opinion, it's been gone for quite some time. The name "Oktoberfest" is obsolete now in terms of KI. Then do my German heritage a favor and drop the name! I don't put Lambo stickers on my Jeep! I won't go off online! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TTD-120-420 Posted September 8, 2013 Share Posted September 8, 2013 Finally overlooked usually ounce in the park, but rip most of parking lot apart and build a parking garage. Parking garages are too expensive. They are also not needed, at least at KI. Just fix the pot holes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterfanatic83 Posted September 8, 2013 Share Posted September 8, 2013 Finally overlooked usually ounce in the park, but rip most of parking lot apart and build a parking garage. Parking lots are too expensive. They are also not needed, at least at KI. Just fix the pot holes. Then where would you park your car? 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oldiesmann Posted September 8, 2013 Share Posted September 8, 2013 A parking garage would not work at KI. If anything, it would make parking worse. Imagine the same amount of cars that you see at 10pm on a busy day at KI but compressed into an area less than half the size, with limited exit lanes and several levels of traffic. It would be a nightmare. Sent from my Samsung Galaxy S3 using Tapatalk 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted September 8, 2013 Share Posted September 8, 2013 And, unless built underground, an eyesore. A huge one. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TTD-120-420 Posted September 8, 2013 Share Posted September 8, 2013 Oops. Fixed it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted September 8, 2013 Share Posted September 8, 2013 You were only going to fix the potholes! 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
medford Posted September 10, 2013 Share Posted September 10, 2013 Again - I think we'd see the theme change from German before it's restored to a German heritage place. They just have too much success in there with what they're doing to change it around for the sake of a theme. I agree that they're too far removed to go completely back to its german heritage roots. As I mentioned earlier, I'd keep the Chinese, I'd keep the LaRosas', but I'd find a way to enhance the food selection in there. I think the Chinese is good, however the pizza is edible at best (its not bad, but its nothing special). The burgers in there look terrible as well as anything else I've seen served in there outside of the chinese & Pizza (and salad). I'll admit, I've never tried it, so it may taste fine, but I'm not willing to try. I'd use the other side of the pizza line (which is often closed mid week, I'm guessing its open on busy weekends) and put in the german style buffet. Doesn't have to be anything terribly fancy, brats, metts, hot dogs, cream puffs, Sauerkraut, etc... Simple things that would be goobled up as an alternative. Heck, I'll take it one step further and push the german/bavarian boundries and put up a spit or two and start serving up some Doner Kebab (similar to a gyro). Nothing too terribly complicated about any of those items, any of them should be fairly scalable to deal with heavy and low attendance days, all would have great potential at KI. I think KI has taken a huge step forward in the quality of their food the last couple of seasons; I'm sure they are striving to improve the quality of the food even more, I think that can be done w/n the festhaus. Hopefully the addition of Banshee, and perhaps some future improvements/additions to Action Zone will lead to more foot traffic in that area and more regular use out of the stunt crew grill. If that happens, use that place for some quality burgers, chicken fingers, fries, etc... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Nemo Posted September 10, 2013 Share Posted September 10, 2013 If Kings Island can't even maintain a simple light show, what makes you think they can maintain any sort of German theme, or for that matter build a simple parking garage (have you seen the poor state of the parking lot) 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brenthodge Posted September 10, 2013 Share Posted September 10, 2013 I like that this thread about Starlight has opened up a pandoras box of the shortcomings of CF to maintain a theme and to create a wholistic atmosphere! Thanks for pointing out all the other observations - it goes much deeper than some Christmas Lights. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jr for Birdy Posted September 10, 2013 Share Posted September 10, 2013 Stick around and get use to it! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted September 11, 2013 Share Posted September 11, 2013 Christmas Lights? Did someone mention Winterfest? Wasn't it Cedar Fair who canceled the most recent incarnation thereof? 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarvestmanMan Posted September 11, 2013 Share Posted September 11, 2013 Christmas Lights? Did someone mention Winterfest? Wasn't it Cedar Fair who canceled the most recent incarnation thereof? If they can't manage a few lights during the operating season... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XGatorHead 8904 Posted September 11, 2013 Share Posted September 11, 2013 The burgers and fries now served in Festhaus were once served in nearby Stunt Crew Grill, which is rarely (if ever) open these days (much like that long-forgotten smoothie stand between I-Street and Rivertown). I noticed that restaurant on my last visit...it appears to have been disused for quite some time. A merry family of butchers will use that restaurant soon enough... 12 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brenthodge Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 11 days and counting with no acknowledgement of the letter I sent. I love the commitment to great guest service! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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