#disneyrestaurants

[trippintraci]

My friend 🦖 and I 🦕 went shopping at Disney Springs in Orlando not long before the COVID 😷 shut down in 2020. My parents asked me to wear a mask before it was fashionable to do so. 😂 My... How things have changed since the Coronavirus reached the US. We visited Rain Forest Cafe, Dino-Store at T-REX, Chapel Hats and Guest Services. Watch my video! Thank you!

[thewdwcouple]

Southern eats with great company🍴 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ One of our favorite restaurants at Disney Springs, that we have found ourselves going back to time and time again, is Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Homecomin' is a Walt Disney World restaurant paying homage to Florida’s rich agricultural heritage by highlighting local ingredients and farm-to-table cuisine. And what better way to enjoy great food than with great company! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ This dinner was actually to celebrate our friend Bryson’s birthday, and Josh’s brothers were here to visit for the week as well, so we had a nice celebration! Funny story for the last two photos here... Josh’s brothers Matthew & Ethan both had glasses on, so Crystal gave Josh her glasses to put on so they all matched 😂 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ For all of the details on our meal, check out our Dining Review on our YouTube Channel! ⠀ ➡️Link in Bio . . . . . . . . 📷 #iphone12promax If you’re looking to plan a trip to the Walt Disney World Resort head over to @goldgellgetaways so we can help you book your next vacation today!⠀ #jtrmedia #wdwcouples #goldgellgetaways #disneyvacationplanner #disneyinsta #orlandophotographer #disneyblogger #disneyvlogger #disneyworld #disney #disneyphoto #disneyparks #wdw #disneyphotography #orlandorestaurants #disneydining #orlandofoodie #disneyfoodie #disneyrestaurants #disneycreators #disneylife #disneygram #seedisney #waltdisneyworld #disneysprings #chefartsmiths #chefartsmithshomecomin #disneyfriends #thewdwcouple (at Chef Art Smith's Homecomin') https://www.instagram.com/p/CPTAdlwBTlb/?utm_medium=tumblr

[heydaytravelcompany]

Walt Disney World Dining Guide

For many Guests, Dining at Disney is a huge part of their trip.  For others, it is purely a necessity. My family and I fall in the middle of those two groups.  There are some restaurants that we could eat at on every single trip, like ‘Ohana and Flame Tree Barbeque, yet many meals are a more forgettable experience and just necessity.  Regardless of what camp you find yourself or your group in, the options around Walt Disney World are almost limitless. There are literally hundreds of food options, so it certainly can be overwhelming and a lot to know! To help you figure out what is going to be best for your trip we’re here with all kinds of information, terms, and tips to get you through it all.  

Disney Restaurant Categories and Other Terminology

As mentioned in our Resort Guide, Disney loves to categorize things.  Their food is no different. Table Service:  These restaurants are what most people typically think of when you discuss dining out.  You’ll be seated at a table with a waiter or waitress coming by and serving you there. This category also includes buffets/family style, character meals, and dinner shows.   Counter or Quick Service: These locations operate similarly to a fast food restaurant outside of the parks.  You’ll order at a counter and then wait to be served there. The only exception for this is breakfast and lunch at Be Our Guest.  Whether you order ahead on the app or as you enter, you’ll be served at your table.    Signature Dining: These are the most expensive and typically considered best table service restaurants at Walt Disney World.  They’re typically a bit more upscale than most table service restaurants making them natural choices for celebrating special occasions.   Dinner Shows: There are currently only 2 dinner shows; Spirit of Aloha at Polynesian Resort and Hoop-Dee-Doo Revue at Fort Wilderness Campsites.  Both offer all-you-care-to-enjoy family-style servings with drinks, including beer and wine. There are multiple categories of seating with commensurate pricing.  The shows also tend to be popular with reservations quickly filling. Carts and Kiosks: Beyond the restaurants, you’ll find these dotted across the parks serving favorites like Mickey Pretzels, Churros, Popcorn, and Turkey legs.  During one of the many festivals at Epcot, you’ll also find specialty food booths serving all manner of delectable foods.   Dining Plan: This is the Disney version of a pre-paid meal plan.  The level of the plan you purchase or possibly receive as part of a limited-time promotion will determine the number of credits that you receive.  Those credits may be used for Counter Service, Table Service, or Snacks at the various locations. There is extensive debate amongst Guests whether the plan is worthwhile or not.  As with so many things it ultimately comes down to how you see the value and want to vacation. We’ll be sharing an article focused on this soon. Be sure to check back. Mobile Ordering: This is a function found within the My Disney Experience App and allows you to essentially pre-order your meal before even arriving at most Counter Service locations.  You’ll submit your order and prepay using either dining plan credits or a credit card. Then when you arrive at the location tap the “I’m here” button and then you’ll be notified when your order is ready.  This is incredibly handy when seating is difficult or you’re part of a large party. Advanced Dining Reservations (ADR): Disney’s version of a dining reservation to secure your party a table at some of Disney’s most popular restaurants. Guests can make ADRs at the 180-day mark of their check-in date, starting at 6 AM EST online and 7 AM over the phone and can book them for up to 10 days past their check-in date. Use our reservation calculator to determine what that date is.  For some of the most sought-after locations, availability disappears quickly.

So… now what?

Now that we’ve thrown a bunch of terminology at you we can get into what it means to you.  We’re not going to go into any detail on the Counter Service, Kiosks, Mobile Ordering, or Dining Plan in this article.  We’re going to focus on the ADRs and associated restaurants and implications of them.  The budget is often front of mind, so we’ll start there to get it out of the way.  The truth is, cost from one person to the next will vary greatly. It really depends on where and what you’re eating.  Primarily QS meals or kiosks will be less expensive than nothing but TS meals. Still, we’re often asked how much to budget for a trip.  If you elect to buy the dining plan, this is simplified, and you’ll need a minimal budget for a few items that may not be included with your plan.  But assuming you’re not going that route, here are some general prices to use. Adults can plan to spend about $20 per Quick-Service meal, about $40 per Table Service, and roughly $80 per Signature or Character Dining meal.  Children (which Disney defines as ages 3-9) will typically be about half that cost. If you’d like to be more exact, Disney lists all of their menus and prices on their website. We’re going to assume that you have already created your My Disney Experience (MDE) account.  If not, go here to the My Disney Experience website.  

Plan before ADR or ADR before Plan?

In our Planning Timeline, we’ve outlined key milestones for planning your trip.  Dining reservations take place significantly earlier than FP+ and potentially earlier than you have park tickets or even a room reserved.  Depending on your vacation style, you could let destiny determine your plans and just roll with whatever is available. This is a fine approach and can still be quite fun.  If you want to be a bit more proactive, we can get into a bit of a chicken or the egg discussion. Will you plan out your days in the park and/or tickets (days and/or Hopper) based on the ADRs you’re able to get?  Or, do you want to plan your park days, hoping for FP+, and target your ADRs around that? There isn’t an absolute correct answer here. What is your preference? My personal preference is to generally go with ADRs first.  One part because they happen earlier in the timeline and, to me, it seems simpler to just address things in sequence.  Also, one part that ADRs for certain restaurants (we have a list of highly popular ones down below) are incredibly difficult to get.  While some attraction’s FP+ are also certainly high in demand, ultimately there is more opportunity for the attractions. Whether it be days, rope dropping a park to reduce wait, catching it at the end of a night, or just accepting an extended wait in line.  Regardless of approach, attractions have more capacity, thus more opportunity. Dining is limited, sometimes higher demand, increasing the scarcity. Still, it is good to at least have a general idea of your other plans.  Also, there is an advantage to having your resort stay booked and linked to your MDE.  Your ADR window opens at 180 days until check-in and is also open for your entire stay, up to 10 days after check-in.  This essentially creates a 190-day window for you if you’re staying 10 days on the property. This creates a huge advantage for getting some of these reservations. This is also a good time to explain that ADRs don’t operate the way a typical reservation might at home.  Disney doesn’t reserve specific tables for specific times. In practice, it is best to think of these as times that you’re placing your name on a waitlist.  You’re likely to still wait, usually about 10 to 20 minutes, after arriving at the restaurant.

Booking Your Disney Restaurant Reservations

Because of how the reservation windows operate we generally suggest you start from check-out and move towards check-in with your reservations (this is also a good approach for your FP+).  You’ll have overlap with fewer people at the close of your ADR window than you will at the opening. No worries though, that’s what we’re here for. As one of the free services we provide, we’ll be happy to take care of these reservations for you!  No need for you to be awake and on the computer or phone at 6 AM the day your reservation window starts. Let us do it for you!

High Popularity ADR: In our experience, there are certain dining reservations and activities that reach capacity quickly. If you’re wanting to experience any of these, listed below, we strongly suggest you make them a priority at the opening of your 180-day window. Beaches and Cream (Beach Club Resort)Be Our Guest Restaurant (Magic Kingdom)Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique (Disney Springs, Magic Kingdom, and Grand Floridian)California Grill (Contemporary Resort)Chef Mickey’s (Contemporary Resort)Chef’s Table at Victoria and Albert’s (Grand Floridian)Cinderella’s Royal Table (Magic Kingdom)Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue (Fort Wilderness Campsites)Le Cellier (Epcot at Canada)Oga’s Cantina (Hollywood Studios)‘Ohana (Polynesian Resort)Princess Storybook Dining at Akershus Royal Banquet Hall (Epcot at Norway)Story Book Dining at Artist Point with Snow White (Wilderness Lodge)Bon Voyage Breakfast, Trattoria al Forno (Boardwalk) Current Signature Restaurants are: Be Our Guest (dinner service only), The BOATHOUSE, California Grill, Cinderella's Royal Table, Citricos, Flying Fish, Hollywood Brown Derby, Jaleo by Jose Andres, Jiko, Le Cellier, Monsieur Paul, Morimoto Asia, Narcoossee's, Paddlefish, STK Orlando, Takumi-Tei, Tiffins, Topolino's Terrace (dinner service only), Victoria & Alberts, and Yachtsman Steakhouse

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[dreamchasinginthemousehouse]

The sun is setting on another month. The first two months of 2020 flew by!! ❤🐭🏠 • • • Did you enjoy your leap day? #WDW #Disney #DisneyWorld #WaltDisneyWorld #MagicKingdom #CrystalPalace #Sunset #Magical #DisneyRestaurants #Instadisney #DisneyLife #DisneyLifestyle #DisneyFans #DisneyBlog #DisneyBloggers #DisneyPhoto #DisneyPhotography #Disneyig #DisneyGram #DisneyObsessed #ThemeParks #ThemeParkBloggers #AnnualPassholders #DisneyFriends #FavoritePlace #Home #BlogLife #DisneyFoodies #PicturePerfect #DreamChasers (at Disney's Magic Kingdom) https://www.instagram.com/p/B9K_ElkHZ1i/?igshid=pj4ly0bwgrzf

[adventuresindis]

Let’s #travel back to a simpler time... The #primetime50scafe isn’t technically a character meal, but your sever will absolutely put on a show for you. You’ll receive a first class lesson on table manners, have your “cousin” check in on your through the window, and receive a sticker if you cleaned your plate. The food is also good 😉! .... .... #traveltuesday #hollywoodstudios #hollywoodstudiosdisney #disneyhollywoodstudios #disneyeats #disneyrestaurants #disneyecholake #disneyblog #disneybloggers #disneyworld #disneylife #disneyfamily #disneyvacation #dvc #dvcmember #dvcmembers #instafamily #isntadisney #instaparent #disneymemories #disneymoms #disneymoments #wdw #disneyparks #disneyphotography #momlife #familylife #disneydad (at 50's Prime Time Café) https://www.instagram.com/p/BsqajdtHqFE/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=13qdjb927mxcg

[thepirateandthepixie]

Not only is this pic a #shoefie, but it's also a #clutchie. We take our #disneyaccessories very seriously. 👠👛 . . #DapperDay throwback in honor of #SummerOfDisneyStyle day 6: #DisneyShoefie . . 📸: @lostboycosplay . . . . #club33 #disneystyle #shoefie #disneyland #disneygirls #disneyfriends #customclutch #bando #disneyrestaurants #disneybars #disneyblog #disneyblogger #instadisney #disneygram #cinderella #glassslippers #disneyprincess (at Club 33, Royal Street)

[lostprincessfiles]

HOW TO SURVIVE MONDAY 101: turn on Christmas music and dance around the living room 🎶🎅🏽 only 50 days left until Christmas Eve! 🗓 The countdown is on! • • Comment below how you cure the Monday blues 💭 Let’s chat! • • #gardengrill #epcot #happiestplaceonearth #disneydays #disneyworldresort #disneygirl #shopdisney #disneyparks #chipanddale #disneycharacters #disneyrestaurant @disneyparksblog @disneyfoodblog (at The Garden Grill) https://www.instagram.com/p/B4c2ABDA60p/?igshid=3a1tfoipov1f

[joyvacations]

Los 4️⃣ parques de Disney tendrán un mágico y divertido menú para ofrecerte durante la celebración de los 50 Aniversario de Disney 🔹️Magic Kingdom Entre los platos más destacados se encuentran los favoritos como el hot dog y papas fritas con chili y queso de Walt. Además, deléitate con deslumbrantes postres como las rosquillas Firehouse y el pastel cúpula de Mickey Mouse. 🔹️Disney’s Animal Kingdom Bebidas espumosas y golosinas festivas, como el cóctel EARidescent Firefly y el sándwich de helado de la celebración del 50º aniversario, que incluye helado de vainilla entre 2 galletas caseras con chispas de doble chocolate, granas de celebración y un medallón de chocolate 🔹️Hollywood Studios Se destacan el cóctel Shimmer Over the Moon y deliciosos postres como el Glimmer and Shimmer Blondie, un blondie de coco tostado con tofi pegajoso, crema de mantequilla de caramelo salado y nuggets de oro festivos. 🔹️EPCOT Se destacan postres deliciosos como la rosquilla croissant EARidescent y el postre del 50.º aniversario que consiste en una pirámide de chocolate decorada festivamente, rellena de mousse de chocolate mexicano y tofi sobre un pastel de tres leches tradicional, acompañado de helado. El menú completo de la celebración del 50.º aniversario está disponible a través de la aplicación móvil My Disney Experience. 📲WhatsApp: +1 (407) 818 5311 joyvacationstours@gmail.com 🌐www.joyorlando.com #JoyVacation #disneyagentesdeviajes #disneyworldorlando #epcot #ratatouille #ratatouillepixar #disneyfood #disneyresort #disneyrestaurant #disneytips #viernesinformativo (en Orlando, Florida) https://www.instagram.com/p/CUxsUYCrb7K/?utm_medium=tumblr

[mamarailmarissa]

Can you spot today’s #hiddenmickeymonday? I would give this one a 5/10 on difficulty. My son and I spotted it immediately but my husband needed a little help to see it. Then my son and I had to have a debate about what constitutes a “real hidden Mickey.” Apparently he has a list of rules, some of which I disagree with 😂 What do you think? Are there rules for what makes a real hidden Mickey? . . . . . . . . . . #mickeymouse #waltdisneyworld #disneyhollywoodstudios #disneyparks #disneydining #hiddenmickey #mickeyhead #50sprimetimecafe #disneyrestaurant #50sstyle #vintagerestaurant #hiddenmagic #discoverunder2k #disneyblogger #disneyaccount #wdwap #disneylifestyle #disneymomlife #disneyfood #disneycommunity #disneyfriends #disneyorlando #disneyflorida #disneydays #disneyexperience #disneyenthusiast #disneysigns #disneydetails #disneymagic (at 50's Prime Time Café) https://www.instagram.com/p/CPRcRSqBRh-/?utm_medium=tumblr

[dznygrl4life]

Lady and the Tramp statue #ladyandthetramp #disneytonysrestaurant #disneyworld #disney #disneypark #disneyrestaurant #disneyinstagram #disneyinfluencer #magickingdom #disneymagickingdom #disneyinsta #disneyphotos #disneyphotograhy #disneyphotographer #disneychristmas #disneyphotosquad (at Magic Kingdom) https://www.instagram.com/p/CIld61hB6Ct/?igshid=bna9ug62fk4w

[thetravelinghusbands]

Do we need an excuse to try a new restaurant? Certainly not! But when our two year old nephew is in town, it gives us a reason (yes, an excuse) to try new restaurants like T-Rex Cafe! 🦕 Who do you think loved the dinos more... our nephew? Or us, the big kids? 😂 🦖 🦕 🦖 #disneyworld #disneyworldfood #waltdisneyworld #disneysprings #trex #dinosaur #trexcafe #landrys #timetravel #disneyfood #disneyrestaurant #disneyparks #disneyphoto #igers_wdw #unclelife #uncles #thetravelinghusbands #gaycouple #gaylife #gaytravel #gaypride #husbandandhusband #gaydisney #disneygram #gaysofdisney #gaysofinstagram #gayselfie #familytime #loveislove #familyvacation (at T-Rex Cafe) https://www.instagram.com/p/B9bta2ylAqA/?igshid=1kuo4kp3yjjct

[emersonloves]

Raise your hand if you could finish all these pastries BEFORE the actual breakfast at Trattoria al Forno. 🙋🏻‍♀️ 🤥🤣 . Please do yourself a favor and try the Bon Voyage Adventure Breakfast at Walt Disney’s Boardwalk resort if you haven’t already. . It has some of the best food and is our favorite character breakfast across Walt Disney World! 🥰 . #trattoriaalforno #disneycharacterbreakfast #disneycharactermeal #charactermeal #characterbreakfast #waltdisneyworld #boardwalkresort #disneysboardwalkresort #dvcmember #dvc #disneyannualpassholder #disneyannualpass #dosneyfamily #disneytraveler #disneytips #bestofdisney #disneytricks #disneydining #disneydiningplan #disneyrestaurant #disneyfood #disneyfoodie #disneyfoodies #disneyfoodblog #disneyfoods #disneyinstagram #disneyinstagrammer #disneytrip #emersonlovesdisney #emersonloves (at Bon Voyage​ Adventure Breakfast) https://www.instagram.com/p/B6tMwlRFjH3/?igshid=15nzxh8ctz096

[partiudisneyparks]

Com uma temática impressionante, o Be Our Guest te faz sentir que está dentro do filme a Bela e a Fera. Lá você pode tomar café da manhã, almoçar ou jantar, fiquem de olho pois tanto o cardápio quanto os preços são bem diferentes em cada uma dessas refeições. . . Não se esqueça de fazer sua reserva pelo site ou app da Disney . . Nós já comemos por lá e mostramos aqui nos nossos Stories e em nosso canal do Youtube!  . E vocês, já comeram ou tem vontade de fazer uma refeição por lá ? . . . #influeciadoresdemagia #disney #magickingdom #wdw #disneyparks #disneyworld #viagempradisney #beourguest #belaeafera #disneyfood #disneyrestaurant #partiudisneyparks (em Be Our Guest Restaurant) https://www.instagram.com/p/B5Q2smqDKOu/?igshid=yr45hhpk8dp4

[emmahayward]

One thing I love about visiting Disney parks is the attention to detail. Just look at this gate!! 👌🏻💗✨👸🏼🌸 #gategoals #disney #disneylandparis #dlp #cinderella #cendrillon #pumpkin #disneydetails #aubergedecendrillion #disneyparks #disneyprincess #disneyfood #disneyrestaurant #fantasyland #pink #pastel #aesthetic #throwback #travel #paris #summer #disneygram #disneyland #happyplace #takemeback #cinderellascarriage (at Auberge de Cendrillon)

[thepirateandthepixie]

Glass slipper shoefie! ✨👠✨ . . #dapperday #shoefie #cinderella #disney #disneystyle #club33 #disneyland #disneybound #accessories #shoes #glassslippers #disnerd #disneyblogger #disneygram #disneyrestaurants #neworleanssquare #princess #disneyprincess #disneymagic (at Club 33, Royal Street)

[adventuresindis]

#tbt to the #scifidineintheater 👽🤖 It was like entering a true drive-in theater. The ceiling was littered with stars, and the seats were halved convertible cars. The movies they played were mostly black and white, but they did play some #tomandjerry cartoons too. The kids had a ball! I cannot wait to dine here again! #disneydining #disneydiningplan #disneyfood #disneyrestaurant #hollywoodstudios #disneyworld #dvcmember #dvc #waltdisneyworldresort #wdw #disneyblog #disneyparks #momlife #momblog #disneymom #summervacation #throwback #throwbackthursday #claire #holly #driveinmovie #driveintheater #convertible #disneyphotography #disneyfamily #disneycommunity #disneyfun (at Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater Restaurant) https://www.instagram.com/p/BtCgiC-HFud/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1gc5c4q5n1wgd