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$$ | Disney Springs |
Nearly 100 beers as well as eight wines on tap provide reasons enough for Disney guests and a fair share of Disney cast members to frequent what's called the "ultimate sports bar." Paired with a global collection of rare, limited, and special brews are meals large enough to share; burgers big enough for one; and bar bites like flatbreads, nachos, and wings to whet your appetite. The 17 high-def televisions make watching live sporting events a natural in this active joint. Happy Hour specials run from 3:30 to 6 on weekdays, and there's a weekend Rock n' Roll Brunch from 10 to 3.
West Side, Walt Disney World, Florida, 32830, USA
Known For
- Extensive selection of beers on tap
- Over-the-top sports bar atmosphere
- Discounted drinks and food during extended happy hours
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$$$ | EPCOT |
With stunning views of the 5.7-million-gallon aquarium, dining at Coral Reef is as entertaining as it is delicious. As you watch marine life—and sometimes scuba divers—swim by, enjoy dishes from a seasonal menu that's heavy on seafood offerings. Options might include shrimp and grits or seared mahi-mahi in a coconut and cilantro-lime sauce. This is a great option for those wanting to try upscale dining with younger kids, as they'll be able to either test new items such as lobster bisque or play it safe with grilled chicken. Plus, the aquarium is a great distraction while waiting for the food to arrive!
World Nature, Walt Disney World, Florida, 32830, USA
Known For
- Lobster bisque
- Scenic aquarium views
- Baileys almond and Jack Daniel's mousse
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$$ | Disney's Hollywood Studios |
This hangar bay transformed into a quick-service-restaurant by Chef Strono “Cookie” Tuggs serves out-of-this world meals. Try the braised beef stir fry or the fried chicken tip yip with roasted vegetables. Those with egg or gluten allergies will find multiple options here, and if the line looks overwhelming, order online with the My Disney Experience app.
Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, Walt Disney World, Florida, 32830, USA
Known For
- Vegetarian hummus spread on pita
- Gluten-free options
- Authentic Star Wars atmosphere
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Under the watchful eye of celebrity chef Rick Bayless, Frontera brings a sophisticated yet casual approach to classic Mexican food. Look for genuine dishes from Oaxaca and Mexico City like house-made guacamole and short-rib tacos, as well as exquisite pan-roasted Florida shrimp. The bar is a popular hangout for its craft cocktails, beers, and wines as well as daily drink specials like Margarita Mondays and Tequila Tuesdays.
Town Center, Walt Disney World, Florida, 32830, USA
Known For
- Hand-crafted tortillas and guacamole
- Vegetarian options like zucchini enchiladas and mushroom tortas
- Fun and flavorful kids' meals
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$$$$ | EPCOT |
With twinkling lights draped on its oversize, 25-foot, signature tree, this restaurant, designed to evoke New York's Central Park, specializes in character meals. Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday night, guests dine on classic American fare like prime rib while Goofy and his buddies make their rounds. Seafood buffets are featured Thursday through Sunday evening. Weekend mornings, Pluto leads the fray as families fuel up on day starters from raisin bread French toast to a create-your-own omelet station. The restaurant is open for lunch but without characters.
1200 EPCOT Resorts Blvd., Walt Disney World, Florida, 32830, USA
Known For
- Character meals
- Cedar plank–blackened salmon
- Seafood buffet
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$$$$ | Magic Kingdom Resort Area |
Disney’s Perfectly Princess Tea Party is afternoon tea at its grandest as children ages 3 to 9 enjoy the royal treatment. Dressing up is encouraged, and an early 9 am meal, featuring tea and sandwiches, is served on china plates (apple juice, peanut butter, and ham-and-cheese sandwiches for the kids; cheeses and finger sandwiches for adults). Princess Aurora (Sleeping Beauty herself) may make an appearance. Little ones receive a special Princess Aurora doll, jewelry and a tiara, a princess bag, and a photo scrapbook page—a nice parting gift considering the hefty cost ($333.64 for one adult and one child, additional children are $234.08). From noon to 4 pm daily, the space serves a traditional afternoon tea.
4401 Floridian Way, Walt Disney World, Florida, 32830, USA
Known For
- Highly elegant tea for young princesses and princes and refined adults
- Character appearances
- House-made scones, sandwiches, and sweets
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Reservations essential
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$$ | Disney Springs |
Be prepared for a soundtrack of music that's equal parts groovy, funky, and soulful as you dine on an eclectic menu that offers everything from ribs to shrimp and grits to a tasty chicken Caesar salad. Consider trying the Juicy Lucy, a bacon cheeseburger with jalapeño and chipotle mayo; the pulled-pork sandwiches and the cornbread are also delicious. A worthy dessert is the bourbon-white-chocolate-banana-bread pudding. Consistently popular is the Gospel Sunday Brunch, where an elaborate Southern buffet (chicken and waffles, made-to-order omelets, shrimp and crawfish étouffée, bourbon bread pudding, etc.) is served with a side of live gospel music. For a faster meal, visit the quick-service barbecue counter The Smokehouse.
West Side, Walt Disney World, Florida, 32830, USA
Known For
- High-end burgers and Southern fare
- Sunday gospel brunch
- Loud background music at all times
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$$$ | Disney Springs |
Jaleo (pronounced huh-lay-oh) means "revelry," and in this contemporary and spacious setting, diners celebrate with authentic paellas cooked over a wood fire, as well as chef and humanitarian José Andrés's signature gambas al ajillo (shrimp sautéed with garlic and chili) or croquetas de pollo (Spanish chicken fritters). The extensive tapas options are perfect for taste-driving a variety of items: the Jaleo Experience prix-fixe includes traditional and modern tapas, or go Jose's Way, with a larger and more elaborate selection of the chef's favorite tapas and plates. And remember: when you hear the bell, it’s paella time! Entire pans of paella are available for parties of eight or more with advance notice. Pick up a container of beautiful gazpacho next door at Pepe, a stationary food truck offering grab-and-go items.
West Side, Walt Disney World, Florida, 32830, USA
Known For
- Authentic Spanish entrées and tapas
- Fire-pit prepared paellas and steaks
- Contemporary, multilevel design
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$$$ | EPCOT Resort Area |
Knife-wielding chefs prepare world-class sushi and sashimi, as well as other Japanese treats like soups and salads, at this sleek sushi bar, where bamboo-style floor tiles and dark teakwood furnishings set the scene. Popular items include the Dragon Roll (giant shrimp and tuna), Banzai Roll (spicy tuna, avocado, and eel), and Bagel Roll (smoked salmon, cream cheese, and cucumber). Cocktails are a draw, too, along with entertainment in the form of nightly karaoke.
1200 EPCOT Resorts Blvd., Walt Disney World, Florida, 32830, USA
Known For
- Open until midnight
- Nightly karaoke
- Extensive sushi menu
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch, Reservations not accepted
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$$$ | Disney's Hollywood Studios |
To replace the energy you've no doubt depleted by miles of theme-park walking, load up on carbs at this casual restaurant that looks like a classic San Francisco Italian eatery. Good main courses include spaghetti with meatballs and sautéed shrimp in a four-cheese sauce with pasta and vegetables. The sangria is popular. Book the Fantasmic! dinner package in advance if you want priority seating for the show.
Grand Avenue, Walt Disney World, Florida, 32830, USA
Known For
- Old-fashioned Italian restaurant atmosphere
- Fantasmic! dining package
- Tiramisu and traditional cannoli
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Stop by the Milk Stand to grab a glass of blue milk, Luke Skywalker's favorite drink (green milk is available, too—who knew?). Both drinks are made with coconut and rice milk mixed with different fruits. Adults can have rum or tequila added to their beverage.
Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, Walt Disney World, Florida, USA
Known For
- Plant-based beverages
- Star Wars collectibles
- Blue milk
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$$$$ | Disney Springs |
There is, of course, a sushi bar at this sleek, expansive Masaharu Morimoto establishment, and the Iron Chef himself takes control of it when he's in town (about four times a year), though it's fun to watch any of the chefs at work. There's also an open kitchen and multiple dining spaces and lounges where the menu features pan-Asian favorites like Chinese duck, Korean noodles, ramen and Singaporean laksa. A quarterly omakase (chef's choice) experience, which runs $250 and requires an advance deposit, could be served by Morimoto himself. The bar runs nearly the length of a football field as it snakes from the ground floor to the top floor, where an outdoor terrace overlooks the water. There's late-night munching at the Forbidden lounge, complete with an interesting cocktail menu, a balcony, and an outdoor street food window.
The Landing, Walt Disney World, Florida, 32830, USA
Known For
- High-end sushi and pan-Asian cuisine
- Open until 1 am on weekends
- Best views of the Disney Springs lagoon from the upstairs patio
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$$$$ | Magic Kingdom Resort Area |
The dining room, with Victorian-style columns, high ceilings, and hardwood floors, is not only a great place seafood and steaks, but also to gaze out at the nightly fireworks over the Seven Seas Lagoon (an announcement is made when fireworks commence, and music is piped in). The menu changes regularly, but typical choices are wild Alaskan halibut and the surf-and-turf centerpiece—a butter-poached lobster tail and a tender, grilled filet mignon. The name of the place, incidentally, was not coined by Disney Imagineers; it's the name of a river and a small Central Florida town, both of which predate Disney. The bar, one of the more intimate in the resorts, specializes in fine whiskeys and spirits.
4401 Floridian Way, Walt Disney World, Florida, 32830, USA
Known For
- Intimate and well-stocked bar
- Seafood flown in daily
- Black Angus steaks
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch
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$$$$ | Disney Springs |
Housed in a paddleboat on Lake Buena Vista, this sophisticated seafood destination has multiple outdoor dining areas, where same-day, fresh-catch selections are presented in any number of ways, from raw bar delicacies to the traditional Gulf-shore jambalaya or the Build-Your-Own Seafood Boil. There are non-seafood dishes like filet mignon and pork chops, as well as vegetarian options. The casual rooftop bar offers views of the entire Disney Springs complex.
The Landing, Walt Disney World, Florida, 32830, USA
Known For
- Freshest possible seafood from around the world
- Casual, late-night vibe from the rooftop lounge bar
- Raw bar and impeccably cooked dishes
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$ | Animal Kingdom |
Na'vi-inspired treats, such as pineapple cream cheese spring rolls and giant pretzels, can be found here. But what kids will love is the Night Blossom, a limeade topped with passionfruit boba. Pongu Pongu also offers breakfast, so if you find yourself deep into the park without having stopped to eat, grab some French toast sticks here.
Pandora–The World of Avatar, Walt Disney World, Florida, USA
Known For
- Breakfast
- Specialty mocktail
- Draft beers
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Under the leadership of Neapolitan chef Fabrizio Schenardi, Ravello is a chic, modern Italian restaurant after dark. Hand-tossed pizzas emerge from the oven—perhaps finished with house-made ricotta, arugula, and truffle oil. The pastas might be familiar or ambitious, like ravioli made with veal, spinach, and wild mushrooms. And the entrées are simple yet hearty, such as a 16-ounce, dry-aged rib eye in Fabrizio's special rub or veal roulade in marsala sauce. In the morning, the dining room is fresh and bright, perfect for a buffet or à la carte breakfast. On select mornings, it's also the backdrop for a Good Morning Breakfast with Goofy & Pals character meal. The $46 adult/$24 kid price tag includes a buffet with an omelet station plus a pic of each guest with Goofy.
10100 Dream Tree Blvd., Walt Disney World, Florida, 32836, USA
Known For
- Superbly executed cuisine of Naples
- Grilled lamb chops
- Disney character breakfast
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch
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$$ | Disney's Hollywood Studios |
If you're looking for a quick meal in Galaxy's Edge, this is the place. Among the meats that have been "roasted over a pod racer engine," you'll find pork rinds, roasted pork, and vegetable wraps. Groups who just want a small bite should consider the snack sampler in a droid bucket. Those who rushed straight for Millennium Falcon: Smuggler's Run will be happy to know they can pick up breakfast here between flights.
Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, Walt Disney World, Florida, 32830, USA
Known For
- Pork rinds
- Specialty beverages
- Quick meal
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$$$ | Disney's Hollywood Studios |
If you don't mind zombies leering at you while you eat, then head to this enclosed faux drive-in, where you can sit in a booth that looks like a candy-color, 1950s convertible while watching clips from classics like Attack of the Fifty-Foot Woman and Teenagers from Outer Space. The menu includes a variety of burgers, from barbecue to salmon, as well as pan-seared chicken pasta and oven-roasted turkey sandwiches. End with a hot-fudge sundae or warm glazed doughnut.
Grand Avenue, Walt Disney World, Florida, 32830, USA
Known For
- Milk shakes
- Specialty chef burgers
- Wine, sangria, and fun cocktails
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$$$$ | EPCOT Resort Area |
The hardwood floors, dark-wood paneling, and pictures of former Miami Dolphins coach Don Shula make this restaurant resemble an annex of the NFL Hall of Fame. Among the best selections are the porterhouse and prime rib. If you're not a carnivore, go for the daily market fish or the huge (up to 4 pounds) Maine lobster.
1500 EPCOT Resorts Blvd., Walt Disney World, Florida, 32830, USA
Known For
- Steak, steak, steak
- Extensive whiskey menu
- Molten chocolate lava cake
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch
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$$$$ | EPCOT |
At what is, literally, an out-of-this-world restaurant, you board a special elevator to travel 220 miles above the planet to a dining room with panoramas of Earth through viewports that use real-time, above-the-clouds imagery. The prix-fixe menu ($55 at lunch and $79 for dinner) includes a lift-off (read: appetizer) and a star (main) course. Lift-off selections include starry calamari, blue moon cauliflower, and space greens; the star course menu features dishes like X2 Duck with butternut squash flan and slow-rotation short rib with cheddar grits. There are also more than 1,000 different bottles of wine and craft beer.
World Discovery, Walt Disney World, Florida, 32830, USA
Known For
- Real-time views from space
- Unique craft beer
- One of the newest restaurants at Disney
