Disney World Dining Guide

From quick bites to signature dining — how to eat well and book smart at Walt Disney World.

Types of Dining

Walt Disney World offers four main dining categories, each with different price points, booking requirements, and experiences.

Quick Service

Counter service · $10-18 per entree

Order at the counter or via mobile order on the My Disney Experience app. No reservations needed. Found throughout every park and resort.

Table Service

Sit-down restaurants · $20-60 per entree

Full-service dining with a waiter. Reservations strongly recommended, especially for popular spots. Most accept walk-ups if available.

Signature Dining

Premium experiences · $60-100+ per person

Disney's finest restaurants. Counts as 2 table service credits on the dining plan. Business casual dress code required at most locations.

Character Dining

Meet characters during your meal

Characters visit your table throughout the meal. Extremely popular with families — book as early as possible. Available at breakfast, lunch, and dinner depending on the restaurant.

How to Make Reservations

Disney dining reservations (called "Advanced Dining Reservations" or ADRs) open 60 days before your visit at 6:00 AM Eastern Time.

Resort guests: Can book for your entire trip length starting 60 days before check-in.
Non-resort guests: Can book 60 days from a single date only.

Pro Tip: Reservations open for your ENTIRE trip length at the 60-day mark. A 7-day trip means you can book restaurants for day 7 a full 53 days before that date — a huge advantage over non-resort guests.

Hardest Reservations to Get

These restaurants regularly sell out within minutes of the 60-day window opening:

Be Our Guest (Magic Kingdom)
'Ohana (Polynesian Village Resort)
Space 220 (EPCOT)
Cinderella's Royal Table (Magic Kingdom)
Victoria & Albert's (Grand Floridian)
Boma — Flavors of Africa (Animal Kingdom Lodge)

Booking Tips

Log in to My Disney Experience before 6:00 AM and be ready to search the moment the window opens.
Have 2-3 backup restaurants in mind in case your first choice is gone.
Check back frequently — cancellations happen constantly, especially 24-48 hours before the date.

Can't get the reservation you want? Our Reservation Monitor checks for cancellations every 2 minutes and alerts you instantly.

Mobile Ordering

Mobile ordering through the My Disney Experience app is available at all Quick Service locations and is the fastest way to get food in the parks.

Browse the menu and place your order from anywhere in the park.
You can modify your order at any time before arriving at the restaurant.
When you're ready to eat, tap "I'm Here, Prepare My Order" and pick it up at the designated window.
Pay through the app — no need to wait in a payment line.

Pro Tip: Mobile order your lunch at 10 AM while in line for a ride — it'll be ready when you want it. Order 30-60 minutes before you plan to eat for the smoothest experience.

Restaurant Recommendations by Park

Our top picks across all four Walt Disney World theme parks.

Magic Kingdom

Be Our Guest

Table Service · French · $$

Stunning Beast's Castle theming with three unique dining rooms. One of the most immersive restaurant experiences in all of Disney.

Columbia Harbour House

Quick Service · Seafood · $

The quietest Quick Service in the park. Head upstairs for a peaceful lunch with surprisingly good seafood options.

Skipper Canteen

Table Service · International · $$

Excellent food with Jungle Cruise theming and witty server interactions. Often easier to book than Be Our Guest.

EPCOT

Space 220

Table Service · American · $$$

Dine in "space" with stunning orbital views of Earth through floor-to-ceiling screens. The simulated elevator ride up is worth it alone.

La Hacienda de San Angel

Table Service · Mexican · $$

Lagoon-side seating with views of the fireworks. Excellent authentic Mexican cuisine in the Mexico pavilion.

Regal Eagle Smokehouse

Quick Service · BBQ · $

Sam Eagle-themed barbecue joint with great brisket, ribs, and craft beer. Generous portions at Quick Service prices.

Les Halles Boulangerie-Patisserie

Quick Service · French · $

The best pastries in all of Walt Disney World. Croissants, eclairs, and sandwiches in the France pavilion. A must-stop.

Hollywood Studios

Oga's Cantina

Lounge · Cocktails · $$

The Star Wars bar you've always dreamed of. Unique themed cocktails and an immersive atmosphere. Reservations are essential.

Woody's Lunch Box

Quick Service · American · $

The totchos (tater tot nachos) are iconic. Located in Toy Story Land with fun oversized theming all around.

50's Prime Time Café

Table Service · American · $$

Classic American comfort food served with attitude — your server plays a family member who insists you eat your vegetables. A genuinely fun experience.

Animal Kingdom

Satu'li Canteen

Quick Service · Bowls · $

Widely considered the best Quick Service food in all of Walt Disney World. Customizable protein bowls in the stunning Pandora area.

Yak & Yeti

Table Service · Asian · $$

Solid portions of Pan-Asian cuisine. Great for families with varied tastes — something for everyone on the menu.

Flame Tree Barbecue

Quick Service · BBQ · $

Excellent barbecue with beautiful waterfront seating overlooking Discovery Island. One of the most scenic Quick Service spots in any park.

Browse our complete restaurant directory for menus, photos, and filters by cuisine, price, and dietary needs.

Dietary Needs & Allergies

Disney is exceptional when it comes to food allergies and dietary restrictions. Every restaurant across Walt Disney World can accommodate special dietary needs.

Common accommodations: gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, vegan, and vegetarian options are available everywhere.
Mobile ordering: Use the "allergy-friendly" tag to filter menu items when ordering through the app.
Table service: Tell your server about any allergies — a chef can come to your table to discuss safe options.
Character dining and buffets: A chef will personally walk you through the buffet and point out every safe option.

Pro Tip: Disney takes allergies very seriously. Ask to speak with a chef at any table service restaurant for a customized safe meal. They will go out of their way to make sure you're taken care of.

Money-Saving Tips

Disney dining adds up fast. Here are proven ways to keep your food budget under control without missing out on great meals.

Share meals: Portions are large, especially at table service restaurants. Splitting an entree is a great strategy.
Quick service for lunch, table service for dinner: Save the sit-down experience for the evening when you need a break from walking.
Bring water bottles: You can get free ice water at any quick service counter — no need to buy bottled water.
Snack credits are flexible: If you're on the dining plan, snack credits can be used on surprisingly large items at some locations.
Eat breakfast at your resort: Resort food courts serve cheaper breakfast options than in-park restaurants.

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