My party of 3 spent $90 at an Italian wine bar in Disney World, and it was worth it to escape the theme-park chaos

Tutto Gusto is a table-service lounge and wine bar located in the Italy Pavilion of Epcot's World Showcase.

The hidden gem is connected to Tutto Italia Ristorante, which is a full-service Italian restaurant.

Tutto Gusto is a great option if you're looking for quality cuisine at Epcot but don't have a reservation.

We arrived at the lounge around 7 p.m. on a weeknight. After I provided my name at the host stand, we were immediately directed inside and escorted to our table.

I was pleasantly surprised we didn't have to wait to be seated — a rarity when dining at Disney World.

We were provided with a QR code to scan instead of a physical menu, which I didn't mind because it made it easier to read in the lounge's dim lighting.

Even though we weren't eating in the full-service Tutto Italia Ristorante, it shares a kitchen with the lounge, so we could order food from the menu.

Most lounges at Disney only provide small plates, so I wasn't expecting this. But I liked having the option to eat a full meal because I was hungry after a full day in the parks.

At one point during my meal, I completely forgot I was dining inside a theme park because of how intimate, comfortable, and quiet the lounge was.

I loved the chandeliers hanging from the ceiling and the wooden tables and chairs, which positively added to the overall aesthetic of the lounge.

It felt as though we were inside somebody's home, which isn't a feeling I usually get from a Disney restaurant.

I was a bit apprehensive about going to a wine cellar considering I don't drink alcohol.

But the servers were extremely understanding, and I didn't feel judged at all, which I appreciated.

The Shirley Temple I ordered was delicious, and I enjoyed the regular refills throughout my meal.

I'd never seen such a vast collection of wines before dining at Tutto Gusto.

From red to rosé, the plethora of options can meet the preferences of a variety of wine lovers.

Within a couple of minutes of being seated, our server brought out a plate of bread for the table.

Although the rolls were nothing extraordinary, I really enjoyed the grissini Torinesi (crunchy breadsticks). It was my first time trying them, and they were delicious when dipped in olive oil and vinegar.

Gnocchi is arguably one of my favorite Italian dishes. When I saw it on the menu, I knew I wanted to try Tutto Gusto's version for myself.

Although I've had gnocchi on numerous occasions, I've never tried it with burrata before. I'm a big burrata lover, and I thought it paired well with the dish.

I wasn't expecting there to be so many potato dumplings in the bowl as gnocchi tends to be quite filling. But for $30, I was glad the serving was on the larger side.

I couldn't visit Tutto Gusto without having a couple of bites of my sister's entrée.

It was delicious and the chicken tasted like it was high quality. But I didn't think $34 for the average portion and a little side of spaghetti was worth it.

I made sure to save room for dessert and was glad I did.

The $11 cannoli was filled with sweet ricotta and chocolate and topped with candied orange. It was exactly what I needed to satisfy my sweet tooth.

For three adults, with my 10% annual-passholder discount, the bill came out to $75. Once I added in the tip, it was $90.

It was delicious, and I love that you can order food, drinks, or both, depending on how you're feeling.

Although it's a bit pricey, Tutto Gusto is a wonderful option if you don't have a reservation and are looking to escape and refuel from the theme-park hecticness.