How do I find a location or restaurant?
From our "Home" page, there are some
quick search links in the right hand column, that will take you directly to a list of restaurants for that location. For example, clicking on "Epcot" will show a list of all available locations in Epcot, clicking on "Animal Kingdom" will show a list of all available locations in Animal Kingdom.
From any page on the Mealtrip site, the "Rate & Review" item in the
main menu bar at the top of the page will take you to a list of locations.
Under the main menu bar's "Lists & More " heading, you will find some other list formats.
The Bean Counter List is noteworthy becuase it contains no ads, which will speed up large-scale sort and filter research that you might want to do.
How can I find out which restaurants have the best scores?
Our directory usually defaults to showing locations in alphabetical order. If you see a button that reads "overall score"... clicking on it, will sort the list from highest to the lowest overall rating. Clicking on the button again, will switch the order from lowest overall rating, to the highest.
How do I post a review?
You must be logged into Mealtrip.com to leave a review. Anyone can view the site, but only members can post reviews. Membership is totally free, but you must have a valid email address to join. Mealtrip.com will send a "Welcome" email that must be verified before you can start posting reviews.
After you have logged in, find the location you wish to leave a review for. Once you are viewing the location's page, click the "Post Your Review" button in the right-hand column, directly under the "Info" panel. You will be taken to a "Rate Card" for that location, where you can review various points and type your comments.
Any review that you post, can be edited (and/or deleted) for the next 7 days, and you can also add a photo to the review during that 7 day period. After you post a review there are on-screen instructions on how to add a photo and edit your review.
Once logged in, click the "Your Reviews" button in the top and right side of your screen. There, you will see all of your reviews, and editing options.
Why do I have to sign up to leave a review?
Because you can edit, add a photo, or delete your review for a 7 day period, we needed some way to prove that you... are you... when you re-visit our site.
You can upload your own image to use as an avatar, or select a pre-made avatar that we've provided, to customize your "look". You can add a link to your website or social media if you would like people to be able to find you, and you can even delete your entire account at any time. (Although we really hope you like us enough to not leave.) All of these actions rquire that have a Mealtrip.com account.
How do I sign up, so I can start posting reviews?
Just click on the "Create New" button in the top navigation bar, which is on just about every page (if you are already logged in, you won't see the "Create New" button), to create a new account.
After I leave a review, how can I upload a photo to go with it?
After you leave a review, there may be instructions for uploading a photo to go with it. You can upload a photo for 7 days after leaving a review.
Once you are logged in, visit the "Your Reviews" page. If the review is less than 7 days old, a small camera icon will appear next to the review. Clicking that icon will bring up the "upload" dialog, where you can located and upload your photo. You can delete the photo at ANY time... but you can only upload a photo, within 7 days of writing the review.
Photo uploading is currently not available on certain mobile platforms, but should be available from all desktop and laptop computers.
How can I see all of the reviews that I have left at Mealtrip?
Click the "Your Reviews" button at the top of the page. This button will only appear if you are logged into your account.
Can I edit my review if I change my mind about something?
Yes! You have seven days from the date you submitted the review, to edit any part of it or delete the review entirely. Just visit "Your Reviews" page to see a list of all your reviews. Any review with a pencil icon next to it, can still be edited. Clicking directly on the pencil icon will take you to a page where you can edit your review.
What is the Mealtrip.com Image Upload Policy and can I delete my review or photo after I post it?
If there is a small camera icon with a red arrow pointing to a trash can next to a review, you can delete a photo for that review by clicking on the icon. You can delete your photo at any time, however, you can only upload a photo for seven days from posting your review.
Photo uploading AND deleting is not currently available for mobile devices. The small icons for uploading and deleting photos will not appear if the mobile device dose not have a full desktop operating system installed
The Mealtrip.com Image Upload Policy:
All members of the Mealtrip.com community are encouraged to submit electronic photographs for display on Mealtrip.com. Images must be food or restaurant environment related, appropriate and suitable for the general public. You may upload only images which you own and or have "rights" to use. Photographs may not violate the privacy rights of others. Stolen/borrowed images or any image which depicts cruelty and or inappropriate behavior are not acceptable. All images are moderated to insure compliance. All uploads are logged for security purposes. Images must also be in compliance with the following rules:
1. You may not contribute photos that contain expressions of hate, abuse, offensive images or conduct, or any material that could give rise to any civil or criminal liability under applicable law or regulations.
2. By uploading a photo, (a) you grant Mealtrip and Curtis Lawyer permission to use the image on the Mealtrip.com web site or Mealtrip publications; (b) you acknowledge that all images uploaded to the Mealtrip.com site may be viewed in search engine results and social media outlets; and (c) you agree to indemnify Mealtrip.com and Curtis Lawyer and hold Mealtrip and Curtis Lawyer harmless from any and all claims and expenses, including attorneys´ fees, arising from the photo and/or your failure to comply with these rules.
3. No image flooding. The program will only accept one photo from one person, per review.
4. You may only contribute photos that you have taken yourself or that you have all rights to transmit and license and which do not violate trademark, copyright, privacy or any other rights of any other person.
5. You may not upload any material that contains software viruses or any other computer code, files or programs designed to interrupt, destroy or limit the functionality of any computer software or this website. You are bound by the Appropriate Use Policy for Computer and Information Resources.
The decision of the photo moderators is final.
Can I delete my whole account?
You can delete your account at any time. Once logged in, go to your Account Information Area. Clicking on the "Delete Your Account" button will begin the process of deleting your account. Once deleted, all of your reviews and photos will be removed from the system.
How do I change my avatar image, and/or upload my own photo?
Once logged in, go to your Account Information Area. To the right, there is a menu area, with a couple different options. Clicking the "Select A Pre-Made Avatar" link will take you to a page where you can choose one of our pre-made avatars.
If you can't find one you like, or would like to upload your own photo, clicking on the "Upload your Custom Avatar" button, will take you to a page where you can begin the process of uploading your own photo.
Can I change my Username at any time?
Yes you can... as long as no one is already using the Username you want. You will not loose your reviews or any information. If you decide to change your username, your reviews will be updated with your new name. Just log into your Mealtrip account and visit the Account page. Locate a button that reads "Change, Edit, and Update your Username and Email Address". Clicking on that button, will take you to a page where you can begin the process.
How do I change my Mealtrip account password?
If you are not sure about your password, it can be emailed to the account email that we have on file. If you do know it... and just want to change it... just log into your Mealtrip account and visit the "Account " page. Locate a button that reads "Update Your Password". Clicking on that button, will take you to a page where you can begin the process.
Can I add a link to my site or social media page when I leave a review?
Yes you can. Some of our members wanted to provide a link with their reviews that would take visitors to their site, a Youtube channel, or some other social site. If you add that link to your profile, it will show up next to any review that you leave at Mealtrip.com.
If you would like to add a link that would show up next to your username, with a small icon and text that reads "visit member-name's site"... just log into Mealtrip, and go to the "Account" area. One of the options there will be "Add A Link To Your Site". Clicking that link will begin the process of adding a link to your member profile.
This is an optional field. You do not have to add a link if you do not want to, and you can edit or delete the link, at any time.