Updated: August 8, 2026
Flame Tree Barbecue is where guests with a beastly hunger can dine in a lush outdoor paradise overlooking Discovery River.
Flame Tree Barbecue
Flame Tree Barbecue is a popular counter service spot in Disney’s Animal Kingdom featuring barbecue classics (along with a few twists)!
Located near the Discovery Island bridge to Asia, it boasts some absolutely gorgeous views. All seating is outdoors, but colorful pavilions provide shade and cover from the sun or inclement weather.
Service: Counter Service
Type of Food: American, Barbecue
Location: Animal Kingdom, Discovery Island
Disney Dining Plan: Yes — Quick Service meal credits and snack credits
Menu:
Official Disney Lunch and Dinner Menu
Allears.net:
Flame Tree Barbecue Menu
Reviews:
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Pulled Pork Cheese Fries
Important Info:
- Ducks and other birds are known to visit the outdoor seating area and can be very “friendly” in an attempt to acquire some of your meal; as with all dining locations in the Animal Kingdom park, guests are strongly encouraged not to feed the animals.
- Napkins and flatware are available in several of the seating areas, not at the front counter.
- Animal Kingdom does not allow straws or lids to be dispensed at counter service locations. If tippy trays are an issue for you, you may be better off buying your beverage in a bottle from a cart elsewhere in the park.
- There are several different seating areas for this location. The most visible are those directly to the left of the counter. However, if you follow the path toward the water, you’ll find seating with better views.
- Be sure to check out the theming. Yes, those are depictions of animals eating other animals that you see throughout the seating area! It’s the Circle of Life theme…
- Flame Tree Barbecue accepts Mobile Order.
Famous Dishes: Smoked 1/2 Chicken, St. Louis Ribs, Pork Sandwich, Baked Macaroni and Cheese with Pulled Pork
Nosh or Not
Trek on over to Flame Tree Barbecue if…
You’re looking for a different type of Disney World park food. This is a popular restaurant choice for this very reason. If you’re looking to switch things up from your regular burgers, hot dogs, and fries, we’re confident this is a solid choice for you.
You’re using the Disney Dining Plan. The meals here are eligible for quick-service credits, and they are big and can be a good value on the plan.
You want to try one of DFB’s tried-and-true snacks. The Pulled Pork Cheese Fries are unmatched. We’ve had our fair share of delicious French fries, but these continue to come out on top as a must-get.
Go elsewhere if…
You’ve GOT to get some A/C. All of the seating for this restaurant is outdoors. While you might get the occasional breeze, you’ll still be exposed to the outside temperature and weather conditions.
You don’t want to fight with the Animal Kingdom birds. Disney warns about feeding the birds for a reason. But even if you aren’t trying to, they may come over to your table and aggressively “ask” to share. It happens to us nearly every time we are there!
Meat grosses you out. It’s hard to avoid seeing meat in Disney World (hello, turkey legs), but we can guarantee you will see platters of it at Flame Tree. The restaurant does offer plant-based options, so have someone in your group go up to the ordering window if that bugs you.
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