One of the best parts of a Disney World vacation? The food! From character dining and immersive themed restaurants to delicious quick-service bites, Disney offers an incredible variety of dining experiences for every taste and budget. But with so many options, how do you choose where to eat?
At Whitney World Travel, we’ve helped countless Disney travelers plan magical vacations—including finding the perfect dining experiences for their families. Whether you’re looking for an unforgettable character meal, a romantic signature dining spot, or the best snacks to fuel your park day, we’ve got you covered.
Check out our top Disney World dining recommendations to make sure you don’t miss out on the best eats during your trip! 🍽✨
Magic Kingdom Area:
Jungle Navigation Co. Ltd. Skipper Canteen Restaurant
Explore the bold, flavorful cuisine of Asia, South America, and Africa with the help of our daring riverboat pilots. The Orinoco Ida’s Cachapas are really good!
Liberty Tree Tavern
This family style meal is reminiscent of a Thanksgiving dinner. This location is extremely popular during Thanksgiving and Christmas so advanced reservations are a must!
‘Ohana (Polynesian Village Resort)
Have breakfast with Lilo and Stich! A great choice for young families, as this meal is served family style right at your table- no need to go up to a buffet with the kids! Also open for dinner, but not as a character experience. Dinner is a fun family-style meal with Polynesian themed entertainment. The ‘Ohana Bread Pudding a’ la mode with Bananas-Carmel Sauce is amazing and my favorite dessert!
The Plaza Restaurant
One of my all-time favorites for yummy sandwiches, burgers, and salads! This restaurant is also connected to the Plaza Ice Cream Parlor, and serves amazing ice cream desserts!
Steakhouse 71 (Contemporary Resort)
A great dining option for those seeking a quiet atmosphere. This is an ideal option for our steak lovers! There are very limited options for those that do not prefer steak.
Tony’s Town Square Restaurant
Enjoy great Italian food right on Main street! This is the home of Lady and the Tramp, and if you ask your server, you can get their paw prints!
Whispering Canyon Cafe (Wilderness Lodge Resort)
This is one of my top recommendations for families. The rowdy environment here is so much fun for all! This location serves family style breakfast and BBQ lunch and dinner. Tip: Behave or they may throw you in jail!
Character Dining Experiences:
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Enjoy a breakfast buffet with Mary Poppins and her friends, or a Royal Dinner with Cinderella and Prince Charming!
Chef Mickey’s (Contemporary Resort)
A Disney Classic! Ride the monorail into the resort to have a family style meal with Mickey and his friends!
Storybook Dining at Artist Point (Wilderness Lodge Resort)
Experience storybook dining at Artist Point with Snow White – A delicious, fanciful dinner with visits from Snow White, Dopey, Grumpy and even the Queen.
The Crystal Palace
This is a great character buffet with Winnie the Pooh and Friends! This location offers breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Signature Dining Experience:
Be Our Guest
Step into the ballroom with Belle and The Beast to enjoy delicious food from Beast’s amazing castle! This location offers quick-service breakfast and lunch while dinner is signature table service.
California Grill (Contemporary Resort)
On the 15th floor of the Contemporary Resort, you’ll enjoy a world class meal with breathtaking views of Magic Kingdom and the 7 seas lagoon
Cinderella’s Royal Table
Dining with your princess? Take her into Disney’s fairytale castle where she will have the chance to meet Cinderella and her princess friends in this one-of-a-kind dining experience! Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, you and your family will dine like royalty! Cinderella’s Royal Table is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner service.
Citricos (Grand Floridian)
Step into the beautiful Grand Floridian Resort for a world class meal. For a special night out, this is my top choice!
Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue (Fort Wilderness Campground)
This is a super silly fun dinner show perfect for the entire family! This is our favorite dinner show on property and we highly recommend it.
Epcot Area:
Biergarten, Germany Pavilion
At the Biergarten every day is Oktoberfest! Enjoy a large German buffet while you listen, sing, and dance along to the oompah band!
Coral Reef Restaurant, Living Seas Pavilion
Dine while you watch the living coral reef, and the 4,000 beautiful sea creatures that call it home! Open for lunch and dinner this is a spectacular restaurant that will keep the kids entertained the whole time! Make sure you go into the aquarium before or after your meal to see the Manatees, Dolphins, Sharks, and more!
Chefs De France, France Pavilion
Step into a sidewalk bistro for delicious French specialties. One of my family’s favorites!
San Angel Inn Restaurante, Mexico Pavilion
Located inside the Mayan temple, you sit alongside the marketplace and overlook the river and volcano. The food here is amazing!
Teppan Edo, Japan Pavilion
Enjoy your dinner Hibachi Style! Watch your meal being prepared for you on the traditional Hibachi Grill’s in the center of your table, for a meal that won’t disappoint!
Tutto Italia Ristorante, Italy Pavilion
Delicious traditional Italian food in a more upscale restaurant setting.
Via Napoli, Italy Pavilion
A delicious meal of authentic Italian food including wood-oven fired pizzas, hearty pastas, and fresh salads.
Character Dining Experiences:
Akershus Royal Dining Hall, Norway Pavilion
Join the Disney Princesses for a royal meal in this medieval castle! Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, this is my family’s favorite for princess dining!
The Garden Grill, The Land Pavilion
Take a trip through The Land in this slowly rotating restaurant for lunch or dinner service. Serving produce grown on-site, this family-style meal won’t disappoint! This is also a character dining experience with Farmer Mickey and his friends!
Signature Dining Experiences:
(usually $60+ per adult)
Le Cellier, Epcot World Showcase, Canada Pavilion
Journey into the cellar of a Canadian Chateau for an unparalleled meal featuring steaks and seafood specialties. The Cheddar Cheese Soup is a personal favorite!
Monsieur Paul, France Pavilion
High-end French Restaurant. A favorite among many of our clients!
Space 220, World Discovery
Dine amongst the stars in an out of this world restaurant experience. The food good, but the ambiance is amazing!
Disney’s Hollywood Studios Area:
50’s Prime Time Cafe
Comfort food classics, served up with a side of sass! Go back in time for some retro favorites, and wash them all down with an awesome milkshake for dessert!
**You may want to consider booking this meal as a part of the Fantasmic! Dinner Package**
Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano
Enjoy a home-style Italian meal at this this backlot favorite!
** You may want to consider booking this meal as part of the Fantasmic! Dinner Package **
Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater
It’s dinner and a show at this 50’s style “drive-in” theater. Enjoy all- American favorites while watching some Sci-Fi classics!
** You may want to consider booking this meal as a part of the Fantasmic! Dinner Package**
Character Dining Experiences:
Cape May Cafe (Beach Club Resort)
My favorite of all the character meals! Here you can join Goofy, Minnie, Donald and their friends as they get ready for a day at the beach! One of the smaller character meal restaurants, with awesome food! Characters are available at breakfast only.
Hollywood and Vine
Home of the Disney Jr Play and Dine! This is THE PLACE to meet all of your Disney Jr favorites during breakfast! For lunch and dinner, Minnie Mouse and friends will visit with you!
** You may want to consider booking lunch or dinner as part of the Fantasmic! Dinner Package **
Signature Dining Experiences:
(requires 2 table service meal credits)
The Hollywood Brown Derby
The original- just like the one in Hollywood! Try the original cobb salad, created and perfected by the Hollywood Brown Derby, and end your meal with a trio of tiny desserts.
** You may want to consider booking this meal as part of the Fantasmic! Dinner Package **
Beverage-Only Experiences:
(meal credits not accepted)
Oga’s Cantina
Step inside your Star Wars story with a fun themed beverage of your choice! Try the Fuzzy Tauntaun for a refreshing taste that leaves a numbing sensation on your lips. Jabba Juice is a fun non-alcoholic option!
**It is important to note that there is limited seating so you may be required to stand. There is a 45 minute limit to allow all guests with reservations a chance to experience Oga’s. We do recommend having a snack or meal prior since there are not substantial food offerings at this location**
Animal Kingdom Area:
Boma- Flavors of Africa (Animal Kingdom Lodge)
A fantastic breakfast buffet fit for the entire family. Dinner is also very good, but may not be ideal for the picky eater.
Sanaa (Animal Kingdom Villas- Kidani Village)
For an out-of-the-ordinary dining experience, try Sanaa! Don’t let the African/Indian cuisine scare you off! The food here is delicious, and the views onto the savannah are one of a kind!
Yak and Yeti
Pan-Asian fare. The dumplings, General’s Chicken, and Lo Mein are all fantastic options!
Character Dining Experiences:
Tusker House Restaurant
Join Donald Duck on his Safari for a buffet meal full of classic favorites, and more exotic dishes to try!
Signature Dining Experiences:
(requires 2 table service meal credits)
Tiffins Restaurant
A great option for more adventurous eaters. The Lobster Popcorn Thai Curry Soup is delicious!
Disney Springs:
Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’- The Landing
Enjoy Farm-to-fork cuisine. The fried chicken and doughnuts are quite tasty!!
House of Blues- West Side
This venue has tasty pub fare as well as frequent live entertainment.
Paradiso 37, Disney Springs- The Landing
Ready to try some South American favorites? Delicious steaks, and seafood favorites, in addition to a wide range of other choices makes this a spot that will appeal to everyone!
Portobello Country Italian Trattoria- The Landing
The ravioli is fantastic!
T-Rex- Marketplace
Enter a prehistoric world when you enter the restaurant! Explore hands-on discovery zones and creative dishes!
Raglan Road
Dine at this authentic Irish Pub, where you’ll enjoy hearty cuisine, cold pints, live entertainment and award-winning Irish dancers.
Planet Hollywood Observatory
Innovative cuisine, live entertainment, and Hollywood memorabilia create a one-of-a-kind dining experience.
Signature Dining Experiences:
(Usually $60+ per adult)
Morimoto Asia
Chef Morimoto of Iron Chef America welcomes you to this exciting restaurant to experience amazing Pan-Asian cuisine.
Paddlefish
Enjoy fresh seafood and savory steaks on board a paddleboat anchored in Lake Buena Vista.
The Boathouse
Enjoy waterfront dining in a style only Disney could provide—complete with vintage Amphicars, romantic Italian Water Taxis, ad retro dream boats.
