The real star of the cupcake is The Grey Stuff – it’s delicious, don’t believe me? Ask the dishes! At Be Our Guest, you can find The Grey Stuff as The Master’s Cupcake at breakfast and lunch, and as part of the dessert trio at dinner in a white chocolate “Chip” cup.

At Disneyland you can find it at the Red Rose Taverne; it coats a red velvet cake on top of a sugar cookie!

Disney released their official grey stuff recipe, but we tweaked it a little bit. This recipe is perfect for a Beauty and the Beast themed party. My husband also thinks it would make an amazing cake filling, and I have to agree with him there!

Once again we have the wrong piping bag tip (I swear I’m picking up the right one very soon!!) But the recipe tasted delicious both on it’s own, and just as pudding!

Check out our other Disney recipes:

• Disney Churros
• Pão de Queijo from Epcot Food & Wine Festival

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Final Thoughts

Another sort of fail Disney recipe! What we’ve learned is that they may not look amazing, they taste pretty good and that’s what counts

We have been having fun trying to make Disney treats at home! I polled you on Instagram & Facebook on what we should make next, and we decided it should be pão de queijo – Brazilian cheese bread that you can find at the Brazil booth of the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival.

I’ll be honest, I have made these a few times – and they are always yummy! I love the gooey cheesy centres of these. I have also had them at the Food & Wine Festival.

These delicious little pillows of cheese are gluten free because they are made with tapioca flour! Finding tapioca flour might be difficult depending on where you live – I always find it at my local bulk food store, which is great because you can buy just the right amount. Bobs Red Mills also makes it. Sometimes it is called tapioca starch; it’s the same thing! You can not substitute the tapioca flour for anything else, the texture will not be the same. 

Check out the best gluten-free snacks you can find at Disney World!

Disney hasn’t released their “official” recipe for these, but I have consulted many food blogs, including those written by Brazilians. The recipes found online can vary since each family tends to put their own spin on the recipe by adding different cheeses or spices. The recipe I used is pretty simple; only 8 ingredients! 

Note: pão de queijo is best when eaten fresh & hot. This recipe makes about 30 rolls. If you can’t eat that many right away you can form the balls and freeze them, then cook them fresh whenever you have that craving!

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Final Thoughts

It’s definitely fun to re-create your favourite theme park food at home! Don’t forget to check out our Disney churros recipe! 
What Disney snack should we try to make next? Let us know!

Tips For Making Churros

1. Make sure you have the right piping tip. You’ll need Wilton tip 8B. The 1M tip will work too. We didn’t have the right tip, so the shape was a little funky, which made the texture not quite right.
2. Be careful heating up your oil. You want the oil to be hot enough that the churros cook, but not too hot that the oil explodes… You’ll want the temperature to be at 350F
3. Roll in cinnamon sugar right away so that it sticks!
4. Have fun! Even if you don’t have the right tip, and oil splatters all over the place, you can still have fun doing it

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Final Thoughts

We hope you enjoyed this recipe! Watch the video to see how badly we screwed up Disney churros. What other Disney treats should we make?

Read More about visiting Disney with food allergies

How To Identify Plant Based Options

Disney has released a new symbol to help you identify which items on their menus are plant based. You can find a green leaf next to the description on the menu. The symbol is used at quick service and table service restaurants, as well as snack kiosks.
On menus where you can’t find a plant based option, chefs are usually able to accommodate you by adjusting an item on the menu.

Plant Based vs Vegetarian

Disney defines plant based as “made with plant foods like grains, nuts, vegetables and fruit—and no animal meat, dairy, eggs or honey.”. Vegetarians usually still consume dairy, eggs and honey, so vegetarian options on the menu may not be marked with the plant based symbol.

If you’re concerned about any item on the menu you always have the option to speak with a chef, especially if you are eating plant based because of an allergy. I have asked chefs to leave meat off menu items like pizzas in the past and it is no problem, since everything is made to order.

Plant Based and Vegetarian Meals At Disney

Hey! It’s Ryan, Jenn’s husband, while I’m not a vegetarian, we eat a mostly plant-based diet and I thought it would be interesting to experience some of the meatless choices that are available.

One of my favourite aspects of the whole Disney experience is the number of dining options available. At all of the Disney Parks and at Disney Springs, there are plenty of choices where food is concerned. Some of the Disney resorts also have excellent dining options! With that in mind, I’d like to share some of my highlights in plant-based and vegetarian dining at Disney.

Animal Kingdom

If you’re looking to keep it vegetarian or vegan at Animal Kingdom, make your way over to Satu’li Canteen in Pandora: World of Avatar. They offer the opportunity to build-your-own bowl in which you choose a protein, base, and a sauce. I chose the crispy fried tofu with a rice and black bean base, topped with the charred green onion vinaigrette. Confession: back when I had more hair on my head I considered tofu a disgusting, rubbery brick of sadness. This meal couldn’t have been further from that! The crispy pieces of tofu were hot, lightly spicy and delicious. The rice and black beans were a nice neutral base to support the green onion vinaigrette, which had plenty of flavour. Build-your-own bowls also come topped with a tangy slaw and boba balls, which are little tapioca pearls that burst easily. There’s actually a ton of flavour going on here, and I’ll very likely order this again.

Epcot

Back at Epcot’s World Showcase, the France Pavilion is home to Chefs de France, a restaurant we never miss during a Disney trip. I ordered the Vegetable Lasagna. First of all, this was definitely the best presentation of any meal I ordered during our trip. Secondly, I was worried the vegetables would be soggy and bland, but that wasn’t the case at all! Everything was baked to perfection, and there was just enough seasoning to be full of flavour without overpowering the meal. While lasagna isn’t usually a top menu choice for me, I’d order this again.

With so many different festivals going on at Epcot throughout the year, if you are looking for vegetarian options at the festival booths they will be marked with a green V on the menus, just note that those items are not always vegan or plant based.

Read more about Epcot International Food and Wine Festival

Magic Kingdom

So far I haven’t mentioned anything at the Magic Kingdom. Because many people make it the main or only stop on their Disney trip, I feel the need to give it a mention here. If you’re eating vegetarian, for dinner try the plant-based Bangers and Mash at The Plaza Restaurant on Main Street, USA. While it didn’t make my list of favourites, I also wouldn’t mind eating it again. The plant-based sausages were alright, and the broccolini was nice and tender.

If you’re having lunch or a light dinner, try the Plant-Based Burger at Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn and Café, in Frontierland. The burger itself is surprisingly tasty, and while it doesn’t come with many toppings there’s a whole toppings bar for you to choose from!

Alternatively, make your way to lunch at the Be Our Guest restaurant in Fantasyland and try the Cannellini Bean Cassoulet. It’s a hearty, plant-based casserole with plenty of crostini (fancy toast!) for dipping. If you’re not afraid of the dark and your vision is good, request to be seated in the West Wing.

Hollywood Studios

I should touch on Hollywood Studios. I’ll admit I’ve felt like this park suffered from a lack of great dining in the past. But if you’re committed to Hollywood Studios (or don’t want to walk to the Boardwalk or Epcot) there are vegetarian options available. I really enjoyed the Penne in a Four Cheese Smoked Tomato Sauce, available for dinner at the Sci-Fi Dine In Theater. It was simple, yet satisfying and very filling. Jenn had the vegetarian falafel burger which was also delicious! If you haven’t been there, be advised this restaurant is very dark (they’re showing drive-in movies, after all!).

The Boardwalk

We love the boardwalk area between Epcot and Hollywood Studios. Sometimes a walk there can be a welcome escape from the congestion of a busy park day, and it’s also home to one of our favourite Disney restaurants: Trattoria al Forno. We found ourselves there at dinner time, and I ordered the Lentil Risotto (without the pistachio gremolata, as I’m allergic). While the appearance of this dish won’t cause any double-takes, the flavour straight-up blew me away. I have no idea what seasonings are used, but this risotto was creamy and deliciously savoury. It’s also very filling; perfect for a cooler, rainy day. If you’re in the area, I highly suggest giving this one a try.

Read more about what to do on a no park day at Disney!

Animal Kingdom Lodge

If you have time during your visit, I seriously recommend visiting Animal Kingdom Lodge. There you can get a close look at giraffes, zebras and other animals grazing in the savannah behind the main building of Kidani Village. Better yet, check out the animals (and the spectacular theming) before or after a meal at Sanaa. We LOVE this restaurant, and ordering the bread service appetizer is a foregone conclusion. For us, the bread service is large enough to share between 2 or 3 people, especially knowing there are other delicious eats to follow.

My entrée was the Potjie (from Afrikaans “small-pot food”) Inspired, which normally comes with 2 selections from the list. For those on the Disney Dining Plan, you’ll be offered a 3rd selection. I tried the Chickpea Wat, Aloo Masala, and Paneer Tikka (which is vegetarian, but not vegan). With so many options it was hard knowing where to start! The Aloo Masala (potatoes and other vegetables in a traditional masala spice) was the least spicy of the three. I’ve had Aloo Masala before, and I enjoyed this a lot. The Paneer Tikka (a firm type of cheese, also served in a kind of masala spice) was moderately spicy and the paneer was chewy without being rubbery. The Chickpea Wat (chickpeas and veggies in a spicy tomato base) was the spiciest, and also my least favourite. If I ordered this again I might substitute the Chickpea Wat for a different option.

Final Thoughts

Of course there are many more options than those listed here, since almost every table service and quick service now has at least one option!

Thanks for reading about my experience eating vegetarian at Disney World! Have you tried the veggie options there? Any great ones I’m missing? I’d love to hear what you think!

Anyone who has a food allergy or dietary restrictions know how difficult it can be to eat while on vacation. Disney does a great job at accommodating many different diets, and gluten free is no exception! While table service and quick service meals are easy to find, sometimes snacks can be a little bit harder. Here are our favourite gluten free snacks at Disney World!

Not gluten free and love snacks? Here are the best Disney snacks according to Disney bloggers!

Know Before You Go

Before ordering you should always check with a chef or cast member if an item is gluten free. Sometimes ingredients change and what was once safe is not anymore. 

Gluten Free/ Dairy Free WDW is my favourite resource and you can find allergy menus that are updated regularly.

If you are on the Disney Dining Plan, some of these snacks will be 1 snack credit. They are noted with a *DDP. 

Read about going to Disney with food allergies!

The Best Gluten Free Snacks At Disney

Dole Whip *DDP

Can you even write a Disney snack list without including the famous Dole Whip? This frozen pineapple concoction is all gluten free, you can even get it as a float with pineapple juice. It is so refreshing on a hot day, one of my favorite snacks of all time! You can find it at Aloha Isle in Magic Kingdom, at Tamu Tamu refreshments at Animal Kingdom and Pineapple Lanai & Trader Sam’s Grotto at the Polynesian Resort.

Churros

Gluten free churros sounds like a fantasy doesn’t it? Dreams come true at the Nomad Lounge in Animal Kingdom, where you can find gluten free churros that come with vanilla cream and strawberry dipping sauces. The lounge is attached to Tiffins but you do not need a dining reservation to eat there.

Popcorn *DDP

Disney popcorn magically tastes better than any other popcorn I’ve ever had, and it’s gluten free! There are multiple popcorn stands at every park so you’re never too far away when you get a snack attack! You can buy a refillable popcorn bucket, which they will refill for $2 instead of the usual price of $6.25. The price of the bucket can vary, but usually ranges $10-$20 and you get a souvenir to bring home!

Beignets *DDP

Venture over to Port Orleans French Quarter and you’ll find gluten free beignets at Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory. They’re also vegan! Delicious fried dough covered in powdered sugar, what isn’t to love?! 
A snack credit will get you 3 beignets, the 6 pack is not a snack credit.

Peter Pan Float *DDP

Similar to the Dole Whip, you can get a lime soft serve float over at Storybook treats at the Magic Kingdom. Just make sure to leave off the chocolate feather, which is not gluten free. 

Erin McKenna’s Bakery

Erin Mckenna’s bakery can be found in Disney Springs, and everything in the bakery is gluten free! They are also able to deliver gluten free cakes to Disney table service restaurants if you are celebrating an occasion! Popular items include cupcakes, donuts, and cinnamon rolls!

Mickey Bars *DDP

This classic Disney treat is also gluten free and you can find it at many carts throughout all the parks. 

Turkey Legs

I’ll admit that these are not my favorite, but I must tell you that the turkey legs, which are available at multiple locations throughout Magic Kingdom (there’s a dedicated cart just for them in Frontierland) are gluten free if you’re into that sort of snack.

Coffee at Joffrey’s *DDP

All of the coffee beverages at Joffrey’s carts are gluten free! I especially enjoy their chai latte. There are multiple carts in each park so you can always get your caffeine fix. 

Rice Cream *DDP

You can find this traditional treat at Kringla Bakeri Og Kafe in the Norway pavilion at Epcot. It is a creamy rice pudding topped with strawberry sauce. 

Seasonal Offerings

With 4 different festivals going on at Epcot throughout the year, there are some treats that can only be found seasonally. The menu boards will have gluten free items noted. Here are some highlights! Be sure to pick up a festival passport no matter which event you are attending. 

*DDP – most items at festivals count as a snack credit, although not drinks!

Festival Of The Arts

Artist’s Table: 

• Pan-Seared Scallop with Chorizo, Roasted Red Pepper Coulis and a Parmesan Crisp

Cuisine Classique: 

• Seared Corvina with braised Ratatouille and Lemon-Thyme Beurre Blanc

Pop Eats: 

• Sous Vide Chicken Roulade with Apples and Sage served with Warm Brie Fondue, Blueberry and Beet Gel and garnished with Beet Chip Crumbles
• Shrimp Ceviche with Lime Mint Foam

Flower And Garden Festival

Arbour At The Gardeners Terrace:

• Mixed Berry Buttermilk Cake, served with Apple Cider Sorbet 

Flavor Full Kitchen:

• Citrus-poached Salmon with Ancient Grain Salad, Roasted Vegetables, Citrus Greens 
• From the Garden: Roasted Beets, Cashew Cheese and Micro Herbs with Lemon-oil Dressing

The Citrus Blossom:

• Lobster Tail with Meyer Lemon Emulsion and Grilled Lemon
• Crispy Citrus Chicken with Orange Aïoli and Baby Greens

Northern Bloom:

• Seared Scallops with French Green Beans, Butter Potatoes, Brown Butter Vinaigrette and Apple-wood Smoked Bacon

The Honey Bee-stro

• Roasted Cauliflower with Buckwheat Honey Carrot Purée, Wild Rice Pilaf, Asparagus, Honey-blistered Grapes, Sunflower Brittle and Coriander Flowers

Trowel & Trellis:

• Grilled Street Corn on the Cob with Savory Garlic Spread 
• Chocolate Pudding Terrarium with Avocado Cream, Matcha Crumb, Pomegranate and Baby Herbs

Fleur de Lys:

• Vichyssoise aux Concombres: Chilled Cucumber Soup
• Macaron au Chocolat en Sucette: Large Chocolate Macaron Lollipop

Food And Wine Festival

Active Eats: 

• Spice-crusted Verlasso® Salmon with UNCLE BEN’S® Quinoa & Ancient Grains Medley, Crushed Avocado and Sherry Vinegar
• Fruit and Nut Energy Snack: House-made mixture of Apricots, Almonds, Pecans, Coconut, Puffed Rice and Chocolate Chips

Australia: 

• Grilled Sweet and Spicy Bush Berry Shrimp with Pineapple, Pepper, Onion and Snap Peas
• Roasted Lamb Chop with Sweet Potato Purée, Bush Berry Pea Salad and Pistachio-Pomegranate Gremolata
• Deconstructed Pavlova with Pastry Cream, Citrus-macerated Berries and Lemon Myrtle Meringue

Brazil:

• Crispy Pork Belly with Black Beans, Tomato and Onions
• Pão de Queijo: Brazilian Cheese Bread

Make Pão de Queijo at home with this recipe!

Canada:

• Le Cellier Wild Mushroom Beef Filet Mignon with Truffle-Butter Sauce 

Chocolate Studio:

• Liquid Nitro Chocolate-Almond Truffle with Warm Whiskey-Caramel

Hawai’i:

• Passion Fruit Cheesecake with Toasted Macadamia Nuts

India:

• Madras Red Curry with Roasted Cauliflower, Baby Carrots, Chickpeas and Uncle Ben’s® Basmati Rice

Islands Of The Caribbean:

• Jerk-spiced Chicken with Roasted Sweet Plantain Salad and Mango Chutney Yogurt 

Spain:

• Seafood Salad with Shrimp, Bay Scallops, Mussels, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, White Balsamic Vinegar and Smoked Paprika

Festival Of The Holidays

American Holiday Table:

• Hand-carved Smoked Ham with Green Beans and Sweet Potato Casserole

Feast Of The Three Kings:

• Pastelón: Sofrito-marinated Beef with Sweet Plantains and Olives
• Queso Fresco-stuffed Arepa topped with Shrimp, Crushed Avocado Aji and Tomato Sauce
• Arepas topped with Melted Queso Fresco
• Tres Leches Rice Pudding with Pumpkin Seeds

Holiday Sweets and Treats:

• Peppermint Sundae: Chocolate Ice Cream, Whipped Cream and Peppermint Candy

Las Posadas Holiday Kitchen:

• Giant Tostada de Puerco: Braised Pork served on a Giant Tostada with Chipotle Black Bean Spread, Guajillo Sauce, Queso Fresco, Crema Mexicana, Pickled Onion and topped with Chicharron Dust
• Tamal de Pollo: Braised Chipotle Chicken served in a Corn Masa with Yellow Mole and topped with Toasted Pumpkin Seeds, Queso Cotija and Crema Mexicana

After Hours Boo Bash

Trick or Treating at Boo Bash (Similar to Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party) can seem a little scary with food allergies! But no fear, grab a teal bag and you’ll be able to get gluten free treats. Here is our guide to Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party

There are also party exclusive treats for purchase. The Headless Horseman Cheesecake found at Sleepy Hollow is gluten free.

The Pumpkin Spice Milkshake is gluten free and available all day during the Halloween season at Auntie Gravity’s Galactic Goodies.

Merriest After Hours Event

Like the Halloween Party, the Christmas party also has gluten free treats available for purchase. This year you can find Olaf’s Frozen Hot Chocolate Cake at Main St Bakery.

Final Thoughts

Even if you have a gluten allergy, there is no shortage of snacks available to you! As I’ve said in the past, Disney is amazing with dietary restrictions! 

What are your favourite gluten free snacks at Disney?

Eating out at restaurants can be a stressful experience for those who have life threatening food allergies, but Disney not only accommodates, they usually go above and beyond to make sure you have the best meal possible. There are a few things you should know about before you go and while you’re there to make the most of your trip!

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Tips For Visiting Disney With Food Allergies

Making Dining Reservations

Most of Disney’s table service restaurants require advanced dining reservations (ADRs), which you can make only up to 60 days in advance. When you are booking online, you can look at menus in order to make your decisions. After you select your restaurant, select your date and time, then you will get to the part where you add in your food allergies. All of the most common allergies are available to check off, for any other allergies you can add them in.

If you have extensive or uncommon allergies, you might want to email Disney’s Special Diets to see how they can best serve you. Special.Diets@DisneyWorld.com

Eating At Table Service

When you arrive for your dining reservation, usually the hostess will confirm that you have food allergies at your table. If they don’t, make sure to mention it to them. Once you’re seated at your table the servers might bring out a food allergy menu for you. You have the option of having the chef come out to speak to you and go over the menu with you as well. At a buffet the chef will go over the buffet with you and bring items out from the back to limit the chance of cross contamination.

We’ve had great experiences at table services restaurants, especially Chefs De France and The Plaza on our last trip. The chef made special a meal for my husband, and the servers took the allergy seriously, and that made us feel very comfortable.

Headed on an adults only trip? Here’s what you should do!

Eating At Quick Service

Quick service restaurants are easy places to grab something quick to eat; there are a lot of options! If you have food allergies, the easiest thing to do is to grab one of their allergy menus. All of the common food allergies are accounted for on this allergy menu. You also have the option to talk to the manager. They will have binders with all the ingredients in the menu items.

Mobile Ordering

Now that Disney is pushing mobile ordering, it is a little more complicated to eat at Quick Service. You can still request to chat with someone to see the allergy menus and the ingredients binder.

You can also use mobile ordering if you’re comfortable. The app will tell you about common allergens.

Snacks at Disney

Disney has some of the best snacks ever! (seriously, check this post out if you’re prepared to drool) We’ve never had a problem finding safe snacks. The cast members at the Plaza Ice Cream Shoppe were kind enough to open a new ice cream container for us, so that there would not be any cross contamination. Don’t be afraid to ask what they can do for you at any restaurant or snack cart.

Food Festivals at Epcot

With so many food booths at Epcot most of the year, there are lots of options to grab something to eat. Although things are pre-made most of the time, cast members are helpful when you ask about ingredients. Overall we had a positive experience at the Epcot Food and Wine Festival this year. They usually mark on the menus at the booths if the item is gluten friendly and/or vegetarian!

Want more about Food & Wine Festival? Check this out!

Parties at Magic Kingdom

We attended Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party and had a fantastic experience getting allergy friendly treats! When we got to Magic Kingdom to start the party, they gave my husband a teal allergy bag. When we visited the trick or treat stations, he got a teal coin, which he then traded in at the allergy friendly stations (one on Main Street, and one in Liberty Square). At the trade in station, he told them his allergies and he was then able to choose from a menu of candy that was safe for him.

Read all about our night at Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party here.

Ask Other People

Millions of people visit Disney World every year, and with an estimated 15 million people in America having food allergies, there are lots of us out there with the same problem! I have found many other blogs and resources to help me plan my trip, here are a few you might want to check out:

Gluten Free & Dairy Free at WDW – this blog will help you tremendously if you have gluten or dairy allergies. Sarah has allergy menus, restaurant reviews, a podcast and so much information!

Disney Food Allergy Group – This group, run by a man whose child has multiple food allergies is a super helpful place to ask questions. With over 8600 members, there’s always someone to answer your question!

Rope Drop Radio Podcast – My favorite Disney podcast did an episode recently all about navigating the parks with food allergies.

Do you have any advice for anyone visiting Disney with a food allergy? Let us know in the comments!

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Need more info about the Disney Dining Plan? Start here!

The age old debate, is do you go clockwise or counterclockwise around the World Showcase? We almost always start in Canada and go counterclockwise! Not sure why, I guess we just like to get through our home country and then visit the others! Let’s start with Canada:

Canada

Le Cellier

Le Cellier is one of our favorite dining options in EPCOT! Tucked into a Canadian château, Le Cellier is reminiscent of a fine, Canadian steakhouse and is 2 table service credits for lunch or dinner on the Disney Dining Plan.

The cozy restaurant is uber-romantic and features an extensive wine list of Canadian wines, but it’s still a great choice for families. It is one of the most popular restaurants in EPCOT, so make sure to make a reservation 180 days in advance.

The food at Le Cellier is absolutely amazing! We’re creatures of habit and always order the same thing, mainly because it’s just so darn good. You can’t go wrong with a bowl of their Canadian cheddar cheese soup with warm pretzel bread to start. The “Le Cellier” filet is seriously what dreams are made of— Canadian beef is some of the best in the world! And to wrap up your meal, the Maple Crème Brûlée is phenomenal!

Definitely make sure to let them know if you’re celebrating a special occasion (birthday, anniversary, graduation, etc) because they love to celebrate with you!  While nothing specific is guaranteed, we’ve had them add a glow cube to our dessert or bring cupcakes to celebrate the occasion.

We’ve dined at Le Cellier several times and it always leaves us completely satisfied. Everything from the food to the cheerful Canadian service is delightful and it is one of our all-time favorite places to dine at Disney, even with all of the other wonderful World Showcase choices!

Jennifer Love Dwells Here

United Kingdom

Rose & Crown

Want a place to relax along the banks of the World Showcase Lagoon after a long day in Epcot? Rose & Crown Pub & Dining Room in the United Kingdom Pavilion is perfect.

Rose & Crown features all your favorite foods from the British Isles. On their menu you will find authentic and delicious versions of Fish & Chips, Shepherd’s Pie, Bangers & Mash and even Scotch Eggs. And let’s not forget some of the most famous beers in the world are brewed in the United Kingdom such Guinness, Harps, Bass and Boddingtons. Want to try something light while still getting a taste of the UK? Try a Shandy. It’s ½ Sprite and ½ Harps. YUM!

One of the best features of this restaurant is that it is great for kids of any age. If you have a finicky eater there is plenty for them to eat without stepping too far out of their comfort zone.
Rose & Crown is known for its great view of Illuminations. However, there are really only 10 or so tables with this coveted view. But don’t fret, if you aren’t seated in this area, there is a super-secret viewing area outside the restaurant. If you would like to view the show from this area, simply ask your server to take you to there.

What is my favorite side benefit of Rose & Crown? You get to listen to the beautiful accents of the knowledgeable and friendly Cast Members

Sue Team Mom 365

France

Chefs de France

Chefs de France offers a family-friendly French dining experience perfect for guests looking to taste French cuisine without committing to the flavors or price of the higher end alternatives. This classic café located in the front of the France pavilion in World Showcase offers a mix of traditional French dishes with Americanized twists. French onion soup and roasted duck are fan-favorites on the menu, while escargot is a popular appetizer and Gratin de Macaroni (baked macaroni and cheese with gruyere) can appeal to even the pickiest of eaters.

Entrees range from approximately $20-36, or one credit on the Disney Dining Plan. As a result, Chefs de France tends to be one of the better values for using one table service credit on the Dining Plan assuming you opt for any entrée besides the macaroni or vegetarian option. A pre-fixed menu is also available during lunch hours, which allots each guest a choice of appetizer, entrée, and dessert for $40 per adult.

Compared to other World Showcase restaurants, Chefs de France is fairly easy to get a reservation for last minute. It’s an excellent choice for a special occasion lunch or dinner without splurging on a signature dining experience, or if you’re looking for book a dining package for an event like Candlelight Processional.

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Monsieur Paul

Many of us visiting Epcot enjoy the stroll around the famous World Showcase and one of the main attractions has always been the food and drink. As a Disney foodie who has dined at a majority of the Epcot venues, as well as the majority of the higher end Disney restaurants (including Victoria & Alberts in Walt Disney World and Club 33 in Disneyland) I was more than what you could call excited to travel up the fabled staircase above Chefs de France and check out Epcot’s Monsieur Paul.

For my culinary journey through France, I embarked on the Prix Fixe Menu Dégustation, which is the 7-course dinner featuring Ahi Tuna Crudo, Escargot, Seared Scallops, Verbena & Mint Sorbet, Honey-Glazed Duck Marget, Imported Cheeses, and a choice of dessert in which I selected the Milk Chocolate Sphere. The entire experience was immersive and truly exports you right out of the bustle of Epcot and into the genius of Paul Bocuse and his expertise within French gastronomy. I would rate the atmosphere, cuisine, and immersion high making Monsieur Paul one of the top dining picks for adults and upscale experience within Epcot.

Anati Disney Adulting 

Morocco

Spice Road Table

Let’s take a trip over to the majestic Pavilion of Morocco. There you will find a quaint restaurant called Spice Road Table. Here you will appreciate the Mediterranean-inspired dishes while taking in the panoramic World Showcase Lagoon views. You have the option to dine indoors or outdoors; however, I recommend enjoying the outdoor area on a perfect 70-ish degree Florida day. If the humidity of Florida is too much for you, then the intimate dining room will be just as enjoyable. Just make sure you request a table by the window and relish in not only the lagoon views, but the gorgeous Moroccan-inspired artwork and decor inside the restaurant.

The Spice Road Table offers a variety of tapa-style food and is currently a restaurant a part of the Disney Dining Plan (1 Table Service Credit). You definitely can’t leave Spice Road Table without grabbing an adult beverage. I recommend the Mediterranean Journey. The Mediterranean Journey is my go-to drink and includes Cointreau, Peach Vodka, and Orange Juice topped with Grenadine. It is light and refreshing, yet has a delightful kick to it that is perfect for any world adventure around Epcot.

The Mediterranean Journey can be purchased by walking up directly to the bar without a dinner or lunch reservation, but the best experience is to grab a drink, get a great seat on the patio and enjoy the Moroccan ambiance in the heart of Epcot.

NikkyJ,Theme Park Hipster

Restaurant Marrakesh

Tucked in the back of the Moroccan pavilion at Epcot, you’ll find Restaurant Marrakesh, possibly the most underrated restaurant in Epcot! The dining room is on the smaller side, and it’s usually not too busy, so it’s a great place to relax and have some quiet time. Once in a while though the place comes alive with live music and a belly dancer! We were lucky enough to get a great seat right in front! The belly dancer also brought some of the kids up with her to dance. I love all the moroccan tile and decorations around the restaurant.  

The food was fantastic! We started with some bread, and our main meals came quite quickly. We both devoured them. Don’t be intimidated by the menu choices, the food will appeal to most palates. For dessert, I would personally recommend the beignets, they were delicious!

This restaurant is 1 credit on the Disney Dining Plan. Reservations are accepted but, you can usually get a table if you walk in and ask! Next time you’re in Epcot, you might just want to stop into this hidden gem!

Japan

Tokyo Dining

If you are looking for arguably the best service in an Epcot restaurant, make sure you visit Tokyo Dining. This elegant and authentic Japanese restaurant is located above the Mitsukoshi Department Store.

The decor is very sleek and modern. The restaurant has a lot of natural light due to the large amount of windows at the front of the dining area. If you can snag a table by the window you will have a great view of World Showcase Lagoon. This makes it a great place to watch Epcot Illuminations. A window table may mean an extra long wait, but it will be worth it.

If you prefer you can also sit near the sushi bar and watch the chefs at work. Wherever you are seated you will be sure to enjoy exceptional service. The overall impression is that the servers really want you to enjoy your food and the dining experience.

The food is good, if not outstanding. Tokyo Dining offers good value for guest who do not have the Disney Dining Plan as some of the entrees are large and reasonably priced. The menu offers traditional sushi and sashimi as well as a good selection of Udon dishes.

This is a restaurant where you really can skip dessert as there is nothing particularly compelling.

Japanese food can be rather a hard sell to the younger members of the family. If they really won’t try something a little different there is Chicken Tempura Nuggets and a Chicken Teriyaki Burger on the kids menu.

Alison Everything Mouse

Teppan Edo

Teppan Edo is located in the Japan Pavilion of the Epcot World Showcase. It occupies the second story above the Mitsukoshi Department Store, which is also a must-visit if you haven’t witnessed the Pick-A-Pearl experience before. If your party is less than 9 people, you can expect to be paired with another family for your meal as you all gather around a grill for some amazing, traditional Japanese cuisine.

You can expect Teppan Edo to serve up delicious appetizers like edamame or assorted tempura. There is also a small selection of sushi, but the real stars are the entrees cooked to perfection by a chef on the grill right at your table. You can choose from a variety of steak, chicken, vegetables or seafood which also come with garden salad, seasonal vegetables, Udon noodles and steamed rice. The kids also have the choice of a meal prepared on the grill, whether beef, chicken or shrimp.

For the adults in the group, there are some really fun beer options including one that you pair with a freshly squeezed orange. You can snag this as your drink if you are using the Dining Plan. A meal at Teppan Edo will take 1 Table Service credit from either the Disney Dining Plan or Deluxe Dining Plan.

Sarah Moment Mom

Italy

Tutto Italia

With all the wonderful places to eat in Disney’s Epcot, one of my favorite places is Tutto Italia Ristorante.  This is one of the two restaurants located in Disney’s Epcot World Showcase Italian Pavilion. Tutto Italia is the first restaurant you will see on your left when you enter into the Italian Pavilion.

When you enter into Tutto Italia Ristorante you are greeted with a “buon pomeriggio” or “buona notte” and that is all it takes for you to feel like you are in Italy!  The dining room is very open and elegant. There is outside seating as well. Both have a romantic ambiance, even if you are accompanied by your children.

Now, let’s talk food.  The menu for Tutto Italia Ristorante was created by award winning chef Joachim Splichal.  This Italian style restaurant is open for lunch and dinner. What is unique to Tutto Italia Ristorante is the pasta here is homemade.  You can definitely taste the difference! There is an excellent variety of items to please everyone at your table, without it being overwhelming.  Even the kids can find something to eat with no difficulties. Tutto Italia Ristorante has an allergy-friendly menu available upon request.

Tutto Italia Ristorante participates in the Disney Dining Plan.  Eating here, for either lunch or dinner, will cost 1 table service dining credit.  Annual Passholders, Disney Vacation Club Members and Tables in Wonderland discounts are also honored here, making Tutto Italia Ristorante more affordable, as you can expect to spend between $15-$35 per adult here.

Tutto Italia Ristorante has never disappointed my family, so the next time you find yourself in Disney’s Epcot head to this gem! Buon appetito!

Sarah Dis Happy Home

Via Napoli

We had no plans to go to Via Napoli.  We had not eaten there before. The three of us were wandering around Epcot World Showcase, and somebody decided that they wanted pizza.  We could have gone to Pizza Window, yet we wanted to sit down and maybe have something else with the pizza. Deciding to take a chance, we walked over to Via Napoli Risaurante e Pizzeria and hoped for the best.

Yes!  They were able to get us a table after a short wait.  The chandelier in the entryway for Via Napoli was colorful and bright and put a smile on my face before we even headed to our table.  As we walked through the restaurant, the creativity could be seen in so many different areas. There were murals on the walls, statues outside of the windows, and more.  Many of the cast members who work at Via Napoli are from Italy. Our server was friendly and engaging and even taught us the proper way to say, “Thank you,” in Italian. It may not be exactly what you think.

Of course, this is a restaurant, so we must talk about the food.  My husband said that Via Napoli, both the food and the experience, was so good that it is worth the admission to Epcot.  The pizza has a thin, crispy crust with a zesty sauce. The calamari appetizer portion was enough to almost be a meal. The garlicky focaccia bread was an absolute treat for the taste buds.  You may have to try some different items from the menu to form your own opinions.

The three of us enjoyed the experience overall.  I cannot speak for all of the servers, yet I do not think that our server could have been more of a delight.  Before we left, he even told us that the square outside of the restaurant is a replica of the square in Venice, Italy.  With that, I will leave you with some positive notes about our personal experience and a bit of Disney trivia. Divertiti!

Dawnmarie Enjoying The Days

Germany

Biergarten

Biergarten is located in the Germany Pavilion in Epcot. It is nestled near the back of the pavilion next to the quick service restaurant, Sommerfest. Biergarten is an all-you-care-to-enjoy table service restaurant offering a buffet filled with German favourites and traditional dishes. Here, guests can celebrate Oktoberfest all year round with the Bavarian themed atmosphere. This restaurant is unique in that it is an indoor space that is designed to feel like guests are dining outdoors in the evening, no matter the time of day. The theming of the restaurant is very immersive with the half-timber surrounding façade and large waterwheel. Each of Germany’s sixteen states is represented by their flag hung around the restaurant.

Biergarten’s dining is set up in three tiers with a stage in the centre for live entertainment. The band is very entertaining playing instruments such as the accordion, trumpet, cowbells, and the alphorn. These shows are about 25 minutes long and take place periodically throughout the day. Food options at the buffet include roasted potatoes, sausages with sauerkraut, schnitzel, apple strudel, black forest cake, and much more! Biergarten is open for both lunch and dinner and is available for dining reservations 180 days in advance. Beirgarten accepts the Disney Dining Plan and both lunch and dinner are valued at one table service credit. Prices fluctuate seasonally but guests can expect to pay around $40 per adult and $23 per child.

Samara Disney Trivia Blog

China

Nine Dragons

With so many ethnicities of food, I think a lot of people overlook the Nine Dragons restaurant in the China pavilion. The menu has lots of choices, and is pretty standard chinese fare.  I really loved the honey-sesame chicken. The caramel-ginger ice-cream for dessert was super refreshing! They were also very accommodating with my husband’s food allergies.

This restaurant is quite large, but it’s divided up into smaller rooms. There are beautiful wooden carvings, and ornate glass work, and some really cool lanterns hang from the ceiling. If you get a table close to the window, they provide a great view of the World Showcase.  

Although you can usually get a reservation close to your date or even a table when you walk up, you might still want to make an advanced dining reservation at popular meal times. It is one dining credit on the Disney Dining Plan.

Norway

Akershus

Akershus is a character dining experience located in Norway at Epcot; the restaurant is medieval in feel.

Akershus offers a 3-course meal during lunch and dinner. The first course is an all you can eat “Taste of Norway” buffet. The buffet features some of the finest Scandinavian seafood, imported cheeses, cured meats and a variety of salads and fruits. A waiter brings course 2 to the table. Choices include Norwegian meatballs, herb-roasted chicken, grilled salmon, seared pork tenderloin, potato dumplings, cheese and spinach stuffed pasta. Course 3 is an assortment of Norwegian inspired desserts. We were served a trio of rice pudding, an apple tart and a chocolate mousse.

Four to Five princesses are present at court an Akershus meal. The first part of the Akershus experience is a private meet and greet with a princess for a photo op (normally Belle in her yellow gown!) Disney always notes that princesses at Akershus are subject to change. Disney likes to keep the experience fresh so they tend to rotate princesses.  Snow White, Cinderella, Ariel, Sleeping Beauty were present at our dinner.

Dining at court does not come cheap. Adults are $60 and children 9 and under are $40 per person without drinks. It is 1 table service credit on the Disney Dining Plan.

Michele Picturing Disney

Mexico

La Hacienda de San Angel

Want to dine on the waterfront of World Showcase Lagoon? Then look no further then La Hacienda de San Angel.  This restaurant is located on the lagoon side of the Mexico Pavilion at Epcot opened in 2010.

It offers traditional Mexican food with a wide variety on its menu allowing the most delicate of palettes the opportunity to find something tasty to eat.  It’s “spiciness” is on par with other Epcot eateries by not being to strong but strong enough that it can appeal to the masses. The food is good but most major US cities have more authentic Mexican cuisine available, however they don’t have the views.  

Situated on the waterfront the main dining room has grand windows which can make for excellent viewing of nighttime spectaculars. Be warned that not all seats in this restaurant have the view. There are several rooms that don’t have any windows at all. It is a bit of a roll of the dice as to the view you might get.  If you must have the view you can go early and let the host know you are willing to wait for a window seat. Also this location is only open for dinner. At lunchtime the inside dining is shared with the neighboring counter service La Cantina. A meal will set you back just one table service credit on the Disney Dining Plan.

Doug Rope Drop Radio

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San Angel Inn

San Angel Inn undoubtedly has one of the best atmospheres of all the Epcot Restaurants. As soon as you walk into the marketplace in perpetual twight it feels cosy and like you want to grab a drink and chat over a great meal. San Angel Inn is upscale Mexican food, the restaurant is modeled after a 17th century hacienda at the base of Mayan ruins. There is also a restaurant in Mexico City with the same name, that dates back to 1692!

The food was fantastic and caters to all palates. If you’re a fan of margaritas, you absolutely need to check out their drink menu!

I would recommend making a reservation in advance because the restaurant is on the smaller side, however we were able to make our reservation same day. It is one credit on the Disney Dining Plan.

We made it all the way around the World Showcase! Are you hungry now? Do you have a favourite table service restaurant at Epcot?

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If you are using the Disney Dining Plan on your trip, the snacks with *DDP listed count as one snack credit. Subject to change by Disney of course!

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Jenn’s Favorite Snack

Troll Horn *DDP
My favorite snack at Disney World (from the ones I’ve tried so far!) is the Troll Horn, found at Kringla Bakeri Og Kafe, in Epcot’s Norway pavilion. The outside pastry is crisp and sweet, and the creamy slightly fruity filling is delicious.

Disney Blogger’s Favorite Snacks at Disney World

The Best Snacks At Epcot

Cheddar Cheese Soup *DDP
My favorite snack is the Canadian Cheddar Cheese Soup with a pretzel roll during the Food & Wine Festival. It is so good! If they ever remove that item from the menu I know many people who will revolt!
April
Pixie Dust Savings

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Macaron Ice-cream Sandwich 
My favorite snack is from France in Epcot….the macaron ice cream sandwich. I dream about it. It is a macaron with ice-cream in the middle. Usually chocolate and another seasonal flavour is available.
Michele
Picturing Disney

Soft Serve Ice-cream
Some of the best ice cream you will ever eat is hidden at Crepes des Chefs de France in Epcot. The ice cream here must be made with real cream, it is so delicious and full of rich flavor. You can get it in a cone or go all out and top your crepe with some of this delicious ice cream!
Patty
WDW Vacation Tips

Tacos de Barbacoa
My favorite snacks at Disney World is the Tacos de Barbacoa from the Mexican Pavilion in Epcot. This quick service meal is perfect for sharing for brunch with a frozen lime margarita. The tastes are so warm and comforting it welcomes you in a hug of flavor. Setting the perfect tone for your day around the world.
Lis
Gal Disney

Shaved Ice *DDP
Shaved Ice from the Japanese pavilion in Epcot is one of my favourite Disney treats, especially on a hot Florida day! They have traditional flavors you would expect, and some unique flavors like honeydew! I think honeydew topped with condensed milk is the best flavor combo for a sweet refreshing treat!
Lizzy
Elizabeth Everywhere

Churros *DDP
One of my favorite snacks at Disney World are the Churros with chocolate sauce. I know they are super unhealthy but they are just so good and what better place to enjoy them than at Disney World!
Brittany
BornToBeAlive

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Croque Glacé
One of my favourite snacks at Disney World is the Croque Glacé from L’Artisan des Glaces in the France Pavilion in Epcot. It is a scoop of ice cream pressed inside a warm brioche bun. Guests can choose both the ice cream flavour and the sauce flavour from a number of options. The photo pictured is of the mint-chocolate ice cream with caramel sauce, so good! I highly recommend this delicious treat!
Samara
Disney Trivia Blog

Werther’s Caramel
A visit to Epcot’s World Showcase isn’t complete without a stop for some Werther’s Caramel Corn and one of their amazing caramel apples! Found at Karamelle-Kuche in the German Pavilion.
Kimberley
Vintage Blue Suitcase

The Best Snacks at Magic Kingdom

Spicy Chicken and Waffle Sandwich
I love the waffle sandwiches at Sleepy Hollow in Magic Kingdom. They are quick, inexpensive and absolutely delicious. This is a chicken and waffle sandwich but they also have a Nutella and Berry waffle too! So amazing. An absolute must have on every trip.
Cassie
Cassie The Mom

Baked Potato *DDP
I love the scrumptious baked potato at Sleepy Hollow Inn in Liberty Square! YES, it’s just one snack credit, YES, it’s delicious. YES, it’s on the secret menu!
Accompanied by sour cream, cheese, and margarine, this snack is also perfect as a light lunch.
Penny
Scouting WDW

All-American Sundae *DDP
As for my family, when we are visiting The Mouse, there is one place that we almost inevitably will stop. That place is Plaza Ice Cream Parlor at Magic Kingdom. We stop at this vintage looking ice cream parlor partly because my husband likes to enjoy the All-American Sundae. It is simply a good, old fashioned, ice cream sundae dripping with hot fudge and a peanut butter drizzle. Resting on top is a dollop of whipped cream with a cherry to add a touch more color and flavor. Sometimes the classics are the best treats. Delicious.
Dawnmarie
Enjoying the Days

Starbucks Refresher *DDP
The afternoons can be VERY hot at Walt Disney World, especially when you are out in the bright sun waiting for the Festival of Fantasy parade. One of our favorite refreshments while waiting is a Strawberry Acai Refresher from the Starbucks on Main Street, U. S. A… and refreshing it is! The sweet strawberry flavor combined with strawberry bits are a perfect combination to cool off. Don’t worry if strawberries aren’t your thing. They also have Cool Lime and Very Berry Hibiscus flavored Refreshers which are yummy too.
Sue
MouseQuest Podcast

Fruit and Nutella Waffle
Every time we go to Disney World we absolutely have to get a Fresh Fruit Nutella Waffle at Sleepy Hollow Refreshments. I love berries and my wife loves Nutella, so it is a match made in heaven!
Curtis
Lessons From The Mouse

Cheeseburger Spring Rolls *DDP
I love so many Disney Parks treats. I can easily fill my face with churros, Mickey Ice Creams and I’ve been known to have a soft spot for The Kitchen Sink. That soft spot makes for a soft belly, but that’s getting off topic. All of those are amazing, but there is one glorious treat that wins my heart; The Cheeseburger Spring Roll. There is something about that little guy that makes me feel joyful. Maybe it’s the calories but those don’t count in Disney they say. This little spring roll full of happiness is an elusive one. Sometimes he’s there and other times Disney withholds his wonderfulness. If you are lucky enough to hunt one down beside Adventureland’s The Jungle Cruise, don’t miss your chance. He may be greasy, but that grease is filled with awesome flavor. I 100% recommend it.
Gen
Oh Sweet Disney

Rice Krispy Treat *DDP
It’s just to the right on Main Street USA, almost as soon as you start your trek towards the castle. The smell hits you first, as you leave the middle of the road and move towards the window, you’ll see the bakers rolling fresh made salt water taffy and the biggest Rice Krispy Treats you’ve ever seen. They’re shaped like Mickey’s ears, have multiple layers of flavor and are decorated to represent any number of your favorite characters. Pick one to eat now or save for later. It will become your new Disney vacation tradition. P.S. Don’t forget the picture of you taking that first bite!
Michele
Go Magic Vacations

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The Best Snacks at Animal Kingdom

Safari Amber Beer
One of our favorite Disney ‘snacks’ is Safari Amber, a beer made by Anheuser-Busch exclusively for the Walt Disney World Resort. You can find it at Disney’s Animal Kingdom and Animal Kingdom Lodge, and in Epcot. We love that the parks have really stepped up their craft beer game over the years, but we can still track down many of these brews outside of Walt Disney World. With Safari Amber however, we make sure to have at least one each trip because we know we won’t be seeing it anywhere else. It’s the perfect refreshing lager for breaking up a walk around World Showcase or a day in Animal Kingdom!
Brittany and Chaz
Castle Party

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Night Blossom *DDP
Animal Kingdom has really improved in the last few years. We visited the new Pandora Avatar land and absolutely loved the food and atmosphere. One of the most interesting things I tried was the Night Blossom drink.
The colorful drink can be found at the Pongu Pongu drink stand. I found out through some research that apparently translates to “Party Party” in Na’vi, which the language spoken by the people of Pandora. The pink and green layers include the following flavors; limeade, apple and pear. The orange boba balls are made from sweet tapioca flour and are passion-fruit flavored.
I personally think it tastes like sour patch kids! First it’s sour then it’s sweet!
Jessii
MainStreet Jessii

The Best Snacks at Hollywood Studios

Chocolate Chip Cookie *DDP
A trip to Disney World would not be complete without the infamous Chocolate Chip Cookie. The cookie used to be produced at the Main Street Bakery in the Magic Kingdom.
Unfortunately, the bakery has been turned into a Starbucks (which I will never fully understand why they would do this). However, don’t fret, the cookie still exists.
Located at the last food stand before the Tower of Terror in Hollywood Studios, you can find the chocolate chip cookie. It is slightly larger than the original, but still decadently sweet. Best to be enjoyed after riding the rides, if you get my drift!
Gina
Jet Set and Forget

Darth Vader Cupcake *DDP
My favorite Disney World snack is the Darth Vader cupcake. I’m not sure where all you can find them, but I’ve only seen them at the ABC Commissary at Hollywood Studios. They are a chocolate lovers dream come true.
Beverley
Mouse Ears 101

Carrot Cake Cookie *DDP
From the first time I read about it on DFB Food Blog, I knew I had to have a Carrot Cake Cookie the next time I was at Hollywood Studios.  This giant cream cheese filled cookie is the perfect combination of Carrot Cake goodness and cookie in the hand convenience.  It is large enough to feed the family for a snack or makes a great breakfast for two! It used to be found in the beloved Writer’s Stop, but that cute little shop was sacrificed to the ongoing construction changes occurring  in Hollywood Studios. Never fear! It has been found now in the Beverly Sunset Sweet Spells!  If you love Carrot Cake as much as we do at VeraVise WOW Travel don’t miss this special treat!!
Amanda
VeraVise WOW Travel

Best Snacks – Various Locations

Mickey Bar *DDP
Food is always better when it’s shaped like Mickey, and the iconic Mickey Bar is no exception. The vanilla ice cream coated in chocolate is delicious, and while I don’t normally order ice cream bars anywhere else, these are a must-do on any Disney trip. Mickey Bars can be found in the Disney parks, at most of the Disney resorts’ food courts, and pretty much anywhere else on Disney property.
Kris
Nomad By Trade

Root Beer Float *DDP
I love the Barq’s root beer floats accompanied with the best soft serve vanilla ice cream in the planet. These floats make the best snacks at Disney World on a hot summer days or anytime of the year Swing by Anandapur Ice Cream Truck at Animal Kingdom and Auntie Gravity’s Galactic Goodies in Magic Kingdom to grab one.
Ra’Nesha
Queen Thrifty

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Mickey Pretzel *DDP
You know how Disney can make just about any food item Mickey shaped and somehow it tastes better? That’s how I feel about a Mickey pretzel. Only they really are super delicious! The pretzel part is doughy, the outside just crispy enough. And, they come in a variety of flavors like the famed jalapeno cheese stuffed pretzel or the decadent sweet cream pretzel. If you wanna go all out, get the side of cheese and drench your pretzel in cheesy goodness!
Kylee
Green Monorail

Chocolate Croissant *DDP
My all-time favourite snacks at Disney World is the chocolate croissant. I always find them at the resort food courts, and I’ve had them at Pop Century, All-Star Sports and Caribbean Beach Resort. They are a delicious flaky pastry with a chocolate filling. I eat one just about every day when I am at Disney, they are that good!
Laura
Mickey Chatter

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Dole Whip *DDP
Dole Whips are a delicious pineapple soft serve treat. They can be found in Adventureland in the Magic Kingdom, at Pineapple Lanai located in the Polynesian Resort, and at Tamu Tamu Refreshments in Animal Kingdom. Dole Whips are served many different ways including as a float with pineapple juice, regular pineapple, vanilla and pineapple swirl, or even with rum (at Animal Kingdom Park only)! Delicious!
Nadia
Travarela

Donut *DDP
We are a family who loves Disney and food! We all have our favorites, but one my son’s favorite are the donuts from Joffrey’s! His favorite is – pink with sprinkles!
Laura
Pixie Dust Queen

Popcorn *DDP

There are popcorn stands all over the parks and what better snack to have during the nighttime shows? I firmly believe that Disney popcorn tastes way better than regular popcorn (also it’s gluten free)! If you plan on eating a lot, you might want to buy one of the seasonal popcorn buckets, and refills are only $2 instead of the regular $5!

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What are your favorite snacks at Disney World?

Please share them with me in the comments so I can add them to my snack bucket list!

If you’re planning a trip to Disney World (and staying on property) then you’ll be faced with the question “Do you want the Disney dining plan”? There are so many pros and cons, and I’m going to break them down for you so you can make the best decision for your trip!

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What is the Disney Dining Plan?

Essentially the dining plan allows you to pre pay for your meals so that you don’t have to worry about it while you are on your trip. Entitlements are calculated by the number of nights you stay. Plans do not include gratuity so you’ll have to keep that in mind (gratuity not required at quick-service locations).

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Commonly used terms:

Quick-Service is similar to a fast food restaurant. You order at a counter and find a place to sit. A quick-service meal includes an entrée and a beverage (21+ can get an alcoholic beverage with their meal).

Quick Service Meal at All Star Sports

Table-Service is a meal at a sit down restaurant. A table-service meal includes entrée and beverage (at breakfast), a full buffet, or an entrée, dessert and beverage (at lunch or dinner). 21+ can get a alcoholic beverage with their meal.

Table Service meal at Sanaa

A Snack is defined as a single serving item such as an ice-cream bar, popcorn scoop, piece of fruit, yogurt cup, etc. There are SO MANY snacks. You’ll know it’s a snack by a purple square with DP on it, beside the item on the menu.

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Snack from Kringla Bakeri Og Kafe at Norway in EPCOT

Types Of Disney Dining Plans (Updated for 2024)

Disney Quick-Service Dining Plan – Each person gets 2 quick-service meals and 1 snack per night you stay. Price in 2024 is $57.01 for adults (10+) and $29.69 for children (age 3-9) per each night of stay.

Disney Dining Plan – The most popular plan includes 1 quick-service meal, 1 table-service meal and 1 snack per person, each night you stay. Price in 2024 is $94.28 for adults (10+) and $29.69 for children (age 3-9) per each night of stay.

Each plan includes a refillable mug to use at your resort for hot or cold non-alcoholic beverages.

Note: Children under 3 are not on the plan. You would have to pay out of pocket for them or let them eat off another person’s plate.

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Who Can Get The Disney Dining Plan?

You have to be staying at a Disney owned hotel in order to get the Disney Dining Plan. This does not include Shades of Green and The Swan & Dolphin Hotel. You can add the dining plan to your Disney Vacation Club (DVC) reservation as well. Normally you get the dining plan when you book a Magic Your Way Package with a hotel stay and tickets. If you are an annual pass holder or a DVC member you may book a modified package through Disney.

You cannot add a Disney Dining Plan after you arrive, you must add it before you go! All guests staying in the same room must get the same dining package.

But is it WORTH it?

Well, it depends. Here are my pros and cons of the dining plan!

Using Your Dining Plan

Before you arrive at Disney you’ll want to make dining reservations for table service restaurants 60 days in advance. Table service restaurants can be busy, and it can be very hard or impossible to get a table if you walk in at dinner time!

Once you arrive, you will tell the cast member at the restaurant that you are using the Disney Dining Plan, they will scan your Magic Band and you will put in your pin number. You can check the remaining credits on your receipt, or on the My Disney Experience app.

Credits are pooled together and not divided by person, so if you have 2 people in a room for 7 nights on the Disney Dining Plan you will have 14 table service restaurant credits, 14 quick service restaurant credits, and 14 snack credits. You can use them in any order you wish, for example you can use 2 table service credits in 1 day and the next day only use quick service and snack credits.

Bottom Line

As you can see it depends on your family and eating habits! I would recommend checking out the menus on the Disney site and seeing where you would eat and what you might order, giving you an idea of what you would spend, and then comparing that to the price per person of the dining plan. We enjoy the convenience of it.

What do you think about the Disney dining plan? Does it work for your family?