My party of 4 spent $400 at Space 220 in Disney World. It was worth every penny and made me feel like a kid again.

Space 220 is a unique dining experience located in Epcot at Disney World.

It's tucked away next to Mission: Space in the World Discovery section of the park, and the restaurant is like no other.

Once inside, I was given a boarding pass before stepping onto the "Stellarvator," which simulates a journey from Epcot to the fictional Centauri Space Station, 220 miles above Earth.

Stepping off the Stellarvator, I truly felt like I was in space.

After walking down a futuristic corridor, we were greeted and shown to our table in a packed dining room overlooking the universe.

Giant "windows" provide a panoramic view of outer space. With breathtaking views of Earth from above, the screens are always changing to give guests something new to see — like a pair of astronauts dueling with lightsabers

At Space 220, everything is about the experience — including the three-course, prix-fixe menu ($79).

Each diner in my party was able to select their own dishes from the three menu categories: Lift-Offs, Star Course, and Super Nova Sweets.

For an added cost, we were able to add Satellite Sides ($9 each) or Space Station Supplementals ($20 to $22). Those were essentially upgrades, such as a side of shrimp or a more decadent cut of meat.

Because I live 15 minutes away from the parks, I've been to Space 220 quite a few times. But for my visiting family members, it was a top request for their trip to Disney World.

After a long day at the parks and over a year of anticipation, they were thrilled when the appetizers began to arrive. We tried to pick different things so we could all taste as much of the menu as possible.

Our appetizers were great for sharing.

The Big Bang Burrata was perfectly paired with peppery arugula, herbaceous pesto, and crunchy sunflower seeds.

The scallop ravioli had paper-thin pasta filled with diced shellfish. We loved that the dish offered such freshness, even with decadent components like the chardonnay sauce and black-truffle pearls.

The Starry Calamari has been on the menu since the restaurant opened — and for good reason.

It was served golden brown with a thick slice of lemon and two dipping sauces. Our favorite part was that the dish was prepared Rhode Island-style, which means there were fried cherry peppers mixed in with the calamari, providing a bright, acidic bite.

Three of us opted for the 8-ounce filet mignon served with creamy mashed potatoes, haricot vert, and a red-wine reduction, and two of us even added the $15 side of shrimp.

Each steak was cooked to everyone's preference, the sauce was flavorful, and the mashed potatoes were silky smooth.

Another person in our party ordered the roasted chicken breast, which was served with a multilayered potato gratin. It was delicious, but it didn't come close to the steak.

The dessert menu was stacked with creative and beautiful options, and we tried them all.

We were least excited about the pistachio and citrus dessert, but everyone at the table enjoyed it far more than we thought we would.

I think any dessert with popcorn has to be good, and the Peanut Caramel Comet didn't disappoint. Big peanut butter fans will love the textures and flavors on the plate.

Although all of the desserts were fabulous, the plant-based carrot cake with vegan cream-cheese frosting, candied walnuts, and toasted pepitas was the winner by a landslide.

After the additions, tax, and tip, the bill for our party of four came out to exactly $400.

This isn't a meal I could splurge on daily as a local, but I love coming here with family and friends who are looking to experience something really unique on their Disney vacation.

The food is always well prepared, and the service is thoughtful and kind. It truly makes you feel like a kid again as you dine among the stars.