What Restaurants are Included in Disney Dining Plan?
The Disney Dining Plan is a popular accommodation option for families and couples visiting Walt Disney World in Florida. It allows guests to purchase a set number of meals and snacks at various Disney restaurants, making dining plans for meals during their stay more convenient and cost-effective. However, understanding what restaurants are included in the Disney Dining Plan is crucial to planning your meals and budgeting for your trip.
What is the Disney Dining Plan?
The Disney Dining Plan is a meal plan that includes four, five, or six credits. Each credit allows guests to make a meal or snack at a participating Disney restaurant. Credits can be redeemed at participating restaurants, and guests can add or remove credits throughout their stay. The plan is available for various accommodations, including Value, Moderate, Deluxe, and Deluxe Villas.
What Restaurants are Included in the Disney Dining Plan?
The Disney Dining Plan includes the following restaurants:
Standard Dining Plan
- Quick Service restaurants:
- Hollywood Brown Derby (Character Dining)
- Magic Kingdom
- Epcot
- Caribbean Beach Resort
- Hollywood Studios
- San Francisco Plaza Inn (California Adventure)
- Table Service restaurants:
- Victoria & Albert’s (Resort Only)
- Chef Mickey’s (Contemporary Resort)
- Be Our Guest Restaurant (Magic Kingdom)
- Cinderella’s Royal Table (Magic Kingdom)
- Le Cellier Steakhouse (Canada Pavilion, Epcot)
- Ohana (Polynesian Village Resort)
- Pinocchio Village Haus (Magic Kingdom)
- Trattoria al Forno (Contemporary Resort)
- Garden Grill (Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground)
- Liberty Tree Tavern (Liberty Square Village, Magic Kingdom)
- Rainforest Cafe (Contemporary Resort)
- Meli-Mel Restaurant (Grand Floridian Resort & Spa)
- Chef Mickey’s (Contemporary Resort)
- Character Dining restaurants:
- Chef Mickey’s (Contemporary Resort)
- Magic Kingdom
- Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground ( Character Breakfast)
- Specialty Restaurants:
- Blue Bayou Restaurant (New Orleans Square, Magic Kingdom)
- Monsieur Paul (Be Our Guest Restaurant, Magic Kingdom)
- Akershus Royal Banquet Hall (Epcot)
- Flying Fish (BoardWalk, Epcot)
- 1900 Park Fare (Grand Floridian Resort & Spa)
- Whispering Canyon Cafe (Contemporary Resort)
- Cape May Café (Port Orleans Riverside)
FlexOption Dining Plan
The FlexOption Dining Plan is similar to the Standard Dining Plan, but with the following differences:
- A separate set of meals can be added or removed, allowing guests to customize their meal plan.
- FlexOption credits can be used in place of credits in restaurants, making it easier to adjust your meal plan.
Excluded Restaurants
The Disney Dining Plan does not include the following restaurants:
- Disney Springs (except for character dining experiences)
- Coronado Springs Resort
- Riviera Resort
- Grand Floridian Resort & Spa (food is limited, and character dining experiences may not be available)
- Garden Grove, California (San Diego Gateway Resort)
Additional Restaurant Options
In addition to the restaurants included in the Disney Dining Plan, guests can purchase snacks and drinks at various locations throughout the resort, including:
- Magic Kingdom: Main Street Bakery, Variety of snacks and drinks
- Epcot: Sunshine Seasons Food Court, snack stands, and convenience stores
- Hollywood Studios: Alien Pizza Planet, snack stands, and convenience stores
- Animal Kingdom: Spice Road Grill, snack stands, and convenience stores
- Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa: Monorail Snacks, convenience stores, and snack stands
- Disney’s BoardWalk: Disney’s BoardWalk Snacks, food carts, and beverage carts
Tips for Planning Your Meal Plan
When planning your meal plan, consider the following tips:
- Book your reservations for character dining experiences at least 180 days in advance to ensure availability.
- Consider purchasing drinks and snacks as part of your meal plan, as they can be more cost-effective than ordering them separately.
- Look for restaurants that offer a mix of character dining and non-character dining options to keep your meals interesting.
- Take advantage of the convenience of the Disney Dining Plan, but don’t feel pressured to follow the plan exactly – you can always adjust your meal plan as needed.
Conclusion
The Disney Dining Plan is a convenient and cost-effective meal option for guests staying at Walt Disney World. By understanding what restaurants are included in the plan and what is excluded, you can plan your meals and budget with confidence. Whether you’re a family with young children or a couple celebrating a special occasion, the Disney Dining Plan can help make your Disney vacation a magical one.