#Disneyland Gluten Free - Vegan-Vegitarian-Kosher- or other Meal Needs

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Healthiest Customizations Possible While at Disneyland Resort. 

If you aren’t necessarily vegan, gluten-free, or soy-free, but are watching what you eat and want to make a lighter, more nutrient-rich meal, here are my customization suggestions:

at Rancho del Zocalo

Tostada Salad, but instead of refried beans and rice, substitute extra black bean corn salsa and extra veggies (this is no additional charge to substitute), and with no sour cream.

Citrus Fire-Grilled Chicken, instead of rice and refried beans substitute black bean corn salsa and veggies. OR you can substitute brown rice for one of the sides.

Vegan Street Tacos with only veggies and tomatillo sauce

Any of the kids meals

Baked Fish tacos with different sides (black bean corn salsa, brown rice, or veggies)

Additional Tips

At Rancho del Zocalo, you can substitute any side for veggies, black bean corn salsa, or brown rice! These are my go-to in making any meal at this restaurant feel less heavy in your stomach.

And when eating at ANY Disneyland restaurant, don’t be shy to ask a cast member what menu options they have available to fit your dietary requests. I highly recommend asking a cast member who is at the front of the restaurant greeting guests, as opposed to those dishing up your meal, since they are often in a hurry and can occasionally forget some options to offer you due to the kitchen rush.

Bengal Barbecue 

in Adventureland are unbelievably delicious, diet or not. The food is among the best Disneyland food and drinks under $5, and the restaurant has recently expanded their seating and menu a bit to keep up with popular demand. It is now a must-stop location for us, whether we want one skewer as a protein snack or a couple of skewers as a meal. The hummus trio comes with crunchy veggies, and a cast member claims it’s the healthiest food item in the park, made fresh each day. (You can also skip the line and quickly grab a hummus trio at Tropical Imports next door.) The spicy Banyan Beef Skewer is tender and so flavorful. The Outback vegetable skewer helps you achieve that serving of vegetables. You can get asparagus wrapped in bacon and while bacon is not on most diets, at least some of the bad is being canceled out by the asparagus. 

Salads 

There are a number of places to pick up a salad around the parks from Redd Rocket’s Pizza Port at Disneyland and Boardwalk Pizza & Pasta in Disney California Adventure to various quick service and table service restaurants. You may be surprised to learn that you can customize the salads even if you see only pre-made salads at a cafeteria-style restaurant. Just ask and a cast member will accommodate your needs. I like to customize my toppings, make my own dressing and add a small side of protein, such as chicken. French Market in New Orleans offers freshly made hand tossed salads as well as other good choices like roasted chicken. While there are salads at Plaza Inn, we were surprised to find glazed salmon with rice and vegetables as well. You can find more seafood choices at the table service restaurants.

and more 

They say that the Mediterranean diet is one of the healthiest eating styles. You can eat like a Greek at the Paradise Garden Grill for most of the year, although the menu does vary seasonally with different cultural festival foods taking over for Holiday Time, Lunar New Year and the Food & Wine Festival. Its regular menu offers Greek Salad, Lemon Oregano Chicken and other tasty foods, as well as vegetarian grilled vegetable and tofu.

You might think of the Galactic Grill in Tomorrowland as a place to get a burger, but they have a veggie wrap and a chopped salad. Greek yogurt can be substituted for French fries. So don’t automatically dismiss a burger or hotdog restaurant. They might have some healthier options. For example, the Award Weiners hot dog location in Disney California Adventure also has a Portobello Mushroom Philly. 

Quick Tips for Eating Healthy at Disneyland

Ask for carrots and apples (or sometimes Greek yogurt) instead of French fries

Order off the Mickey Check section of the kid’s menu

Snack from the fruit carts (you can find whole fruit, sliced fruit, pickles, veggies, hummus and more chilled in ice and ready to go)

Don’t be afraid to ask for substitutions

Order a burger or sandwich wrapped in lettuce if you are cutting carbs (gluten-free choices are always available)

Bring foods from home/hotel for convenient budget-friendly snacking

Drink water (you can always get free water from restaurants)

Watch for hidden sugar in salad dressings—you can order dressing on the side or make your own by asking for olive oil, red wine vinegar, some salt and a mustard packet from the condiment section.

Ask questions about what comes on food before you order. Sometimes not all ingredients are listed on a menu, such as tortilla chips and sour cream on a fajita salad at Cocina Cucamonga. 

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at Rancho del Zocalo Salad with Chicken can be a healthier option, order with black beans instead of refried beans. You also have the option of ordering without the tostada bowl, and you can even ask for veggies in place of chicken to make vegetarian!

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Storyteller’s Cafe: Located in Disney’s Grand California, this signature dining location is impressive for all diners — gluten free or not. Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, Storyteller’s combines classic dishes with a modern twist. Buffet and a la carte options are available for breakfast and dinner, giving guests a variety of ways to experience the restaurant offerings. You won’t want to miss the gluten free pancakes and waffles at breakfast or the decadent dinner options. Lobster club salad anyone?

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This Vegan Option is available at Paradise Garden Grill- Mediterranean veggie and tofu skewers with Moroccan Chili or Chimichurri Sauce

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Tangaroa Terrace Food Guide

Along with the physical changes to Tangaroa Terrace, they also have a new menu! While Trader Sam’s bar favorites like the panko-crusted long beans are on the menu, they also have new entrees and appetizers. I spoke with the Tangaroa Terrace chef about their items, including customizations to make items vegan and gluten-friendly! (Gluten-friendly means that an item is cooked on the same grill or among items that include gluten, so there is cross contamination with gluten. If you have a gluten allergy, it may not work for you to order gluten-friendly items. If it is a preference to be gluten-free, then that should be fine.)

Vegetarian Items:

Chili Garlic Edamame (also gluten-friendly)

Kalua-Style Poutine, ordered without pulled pork.

Lentil Garden Bowl (also gluten-friendly and vegan)

Shipwreck Nachos, ordered without pulled pork. (also gluten-friendly)

Tangaroa Salad ordered without shrimp (also vegan)

Panko-crusted long beans

Vegan Items:

Lentil Garden Bowl (also gluten-friendly)

Shipwreck Nachos ordered without pulled pork and aioli (also gluten-friendly)

Tangaroa Salad ordered without shrimp

Gluten-Friendly Items:

Chili Garlic Edamame (also vegetarian)

Lentil Garden Bowl (also vegan)

Shipwreck Nachos

Hawaiian cheeseburger, ordered with the gluten-free bun and with a side of fruit instead of fries

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Clarabella’s Ice Cream Parlor has a vegan option of  Berry sorbet bar covered in dark chocolate and dairy free chocolate chips

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Jolly Holiday Bakery: This restaurant, located in Disneyland, on Main Street U.S.A. offers gluten free buns for guests looking for a sandwich with gluten free house made chips. There are several different options, including the Waldorf Chicken which is sure to be a hit. They even have some soup and dessert options. 

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What is the cheddar cheese stick? It’s a chunk of cheddar cheese that has breaded a deep-fried, just like a corn dog. At Corn Dog Castle, it’s served with your choice of apple slices or a small bag of potato chips.

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