Updated July 13, 2026
The Jungle Navigation Co., Ltd. Skipper Canteen is located in Magic Kingdom’s Adventureland. This restaurant is based on a classic Disney attraction: the Jungle Cruise!
Inside the Skipper Canteen
As the story goes, Alberta Falls (the granddaughter of Dr. Albert Falls) took over the family business: the Jungle Navigation Co., originally a cargo shipping venture.
When business took a downturn, it was decided that the company should offer Jungle Cruises to eager passengers. The cruises met with such success that the Jungle Navigation Co., Ltd. Skipper Canteen now hosts passengers for meals before or after their Jungle Cruise!
In these rooms, guests dine on “World Famous Jungle Cuisine” with Asian, South American, and African-influenced dishes. Best of all, the famous, wacky Jungle Cruise Skippers serve up some fun (and, of course, PUNS!) along with globally-inspired cuisine!
The Meal at Jungle Navigation Co., Ltd. Skipper Canteen
The Skipper Canteen has a bit more exotic offerings than your typical American and theme park fare, but the menu will still work for any picky eaters. The dining spot offers African, Asian, and Latin dishes, as well as speciality cocktails, beer, and wine.
Service: Table Service
Type of Food: Asian, South American, and African-influenced
Location: Magic Kingdom, Adventureland
Disney Dining Plan: Yes, 1 table service credit
Jungle Navigation Co., Ltd. Skipper Canteen Menu
Click any of the links for our full review of the menu item:
Adult Appetizers
- Tiradito de Tuna — Togarashi-spiced Tuna, Avocado, Ají Amarillo Broth, Lotus Root Chips, and Corn Nuts
- Jungle Green Salad — Hearts of Palm, Cucumbers, Sugar Snap Peas, Sweet Peppers with House-made Vinaigrette, and Toasted Brazilian Nuts (Plant-based)
- Falls Family Falafel — Chickpeas, Garlic, Onions, Lemon Juice, and Herbs served with House-made Edamame Hummus and Toasted Pumpkin Seeds (Plant-based)
- Lost and Found Soup — Seasonal Soup
- Orinoco Ida’s Cachapas — House-made Corn Cachapas, Sofrito-braised Pork, Grilled Corn Salsa, Queso Fresco, and Avocado Crema
Jungle Green Salad
Falls Family Falafel
Coconut Curry Soup
Orinoco Ida’s Cachapas
Adult Entrees
- Dr. Falls Signature Grilled Steak — Lomo Saltado-style with Crushed Fingerling Potatoes, Roasted Vegetables, Tamari Glaze, and Ají Amarillo Sauce
- “Tastes like Chicken” Because it is! — Crispy-fried Chicken, Jasmine Rice, Chili-Soy Glaze, and Pickled Vegetable Slaw
- Curried Vegetable Crew Stew — Seasonal Vegetables, House-made Curry Sauce, and Coconut Rice
- “Hardy Har Char” Siu Pork — Char Siu-braised Pork Shank, Scallion Rice, and Sesame Broccolini
- Catch of the Day — “Not Piranha” served with Miso-Corn Purée, Edamame Succotash, and Sesame-Chili Crisp
- Mess Hall Duck Fried Rice — Five Spice-glazed Leg, Duck Fried Rice, Shaved Cucumbers, and Fresno Peppers
- Nile Nellie’s Noodle Bowl — Niles and Niles of Rice Noodles… Stir-fried Shrimp, Tamarind Sauce, Toasted Peanuts, Crispy Garlic, Egg, and Fresh Basil
Dr Falls’ Signature Grilled Steak
“Tastes like Chicken” Because it is!
Curried Vegetable Crew Stew
“Hardy Har Char” Siu Pork
Mess Hall Fried Rice (with shrimp)
Nile Nellie’s Noodle Bowl
Adult Desserts
- Malva Pudding Cake — Amarula Cream Liqueur, Vanilla Bean Whipped Ganache, and Apricot-Caramel Coulis with Vanilla Gelato
- Panna-Connie’s Congo Lime Delight — Lime ‘Panna Cotta’ served with Mango-Lime Sorbet and Fresh Fruit (Plant-based)
- Brigadeiro Prestígio — Dark Chocolate Ganache Tart, Coconut Mousse, and Salted Dulce de Leche
- “Mystic Treasure” — Kalamansi Namelaka, Mango Crémeux, and House-made Graham Cracker
Malva Pudding Cake
Panna-Connie’s Congo Lime Delight
Beverages, including Cocktails, Mocktails, Beer, and Wine (For an Extra Charge)
- Beverage Menu featuring Specialty Zero Proof Cocktails and Non-Alcoholic Drinks, Specialty Cocktails, Champagne, Wines, Beer, and Ciders
Enchanted Orange Dream
Jungle Bird at Skipper Canteen
Kungaloosh Ale
Kids’ Appetizers
- Safari Snack — Cucumbers and Carrots served with a Cucumber-Yogurt Dip
- Serengeti Salad — with Fat-free Ranch Dressing
Kids’ Entrees
- Congo Connie’s Coconut-Curry Concoction — Served with Pineapple Tofu, Jasmine Rice
- Cola-Braised Barbecue Beef — Tender Beef with Coca-Cola® Barbecue Sauce featuring Coca-Cola®
- Junior Skip’s Macaroni & Cheese — Dark Chocolate Ganache Tart, Coconut Mousse, and Salted Dulce de Leche
- Chef Tandaji’s Crispy Chicken — Kalamansi Namelaka, Mango Crémeux, and House-made Graham Cracker
- Grilled Chicken — Kalamansi Namelaka, Mango Crémeux, and House-made Graham Cracker
Kids’ Drinks
- Choice of Small Lowfat Milk, Small DASANI® Water, or Small Minute Maid® Apple Juice
Kids’ Selections (Choose Two)
- Jasmine Rice
- Seasonal Veggies
- Mashed Potatoes
- Seasonal Fruit
- Monkey Banana Bites
- Volcano Cake
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The Atmosphere at Skipper Canteen
Alberta Falls welcomes you to the Jungle Skipper Canteen! Alberta, of course, is the granddaughter of Dr. Albert Falls, the founder of the Jungle Navigation Company, which was originally a cargo shipping venture.
Dr. Albert Falls
The success of the Jungle Cruise business was so great that Alberta decided to open up the home offices to hungry cruise passengers, pre-or-post cruise!! And that’s where YOU come in…
Jungle Cruise passengers are seated in one of three rooms. We’ll start our quick look around in the Crew’s Mess Hall…
Crew’s Mess Hall
Crew’s Mess Hall
Crew’s Mess Hall
Crew’s Mess Hall
Crew’s Mess Hall
Perhaps you’ll be seated in the more ornate Falls Family Parlor.
Falls Family Parlor
Falls Family Parlor
Falls family history will teach you that Dr. Falls was a member of the Society of Adventurers and Explorers, or S.E.A., and he used to host fellow members in the once-hidden Secret Meeting Room of the S.E.A.
S.E.A. Room
S.E.A. Room Seating
The Skipper Canteen features three dining rooms, including the Falls Family Parlor, the Crew Mess Hall, and a once-secret meeting room of the Society of Adventurers and Explorers.
Reviews
December 2025: REVIEW: Dad Jokes and SECRET Cheese Bread — We’ll Never Stop Raving About This Magic Kingdom Restaurant
October 2024: REVIEW: This Secret Menu Is STILL One Of The Best Deals in Magic Kingdom!
February 2024: REVIEW: Yep. This Magic Kingdom Restaurant Is Still UNDERRATED
October 2022: REVIEW: We’re Trying NEW Drinks at Skipper Canteen in Magic Kingdom — Come With Us!
May 2022: REVIEW: Don’t Sleep On the NEW Menu Items at Disney World’s Jungle Cruise Restaurant!
October 2021: Review: The Tropical Drink Dole Whip Fans Won’t Want to Miss in Disney World
June 2021: REVIEW! We’re Back at Disney World’s World-Famous Jungle Cruise…Restaurant
April 2021: REVIEW: You Could Miss the BEST Secret Eats in Magic Kingdom If You Don’t Read This
October 2019: Time for an Adventure! Review: Lunch at the Skipper Canteen in Disney World’s Magic Kingdom!
October 2019: Disney Food Blog Review! Did You KNOW About This SECRET MENU at Disney World’s Skipper Canteen?!
August 2017: Disney Food Blog Review: Skipper Canteen in Disney World’s Magic Kingdom
December 2015: FULL Review: The New Jungle Navigation Co., Ltd. Skipper Canteen in Disney World’s Adventureland
December 2015: First Look! Jungle Navigation Co., Ltd. Skipper Canteen Restaurant in Disney World! (Yep — the Jungle Cruise Restaurant!)
Nosh or Not
This Disney World restaurant is a must-visit if…
- You are a sucker for “Disney lore.” Do you know the lore of the S.E.A.? Do you eat up all the little easter eggs and nods to Disney Imagineering around Disney World? This restaurant is jam-packed with STORY! Here, the story goes that the same skippers who guided your boat down the Nile, Amazon, and Congo Rivers have invited you to their tropical headquarters to eat! Your server may be able to point out even more secrets, so don’t be afraid to lean into your curious, adventurous spirit!
- You aren’t afraid to try something new. The menu has a mix of African, Asian, and Latin entrees. You won’t find any burgers or chicken tenders on the menu, and for a lot of people, that’s a GOOD thing. Don’t get us wrong, we love a chicken tender, but it’s refreshing to see unique dishes on the menu here. Plus, there’s even a SECRET menu item that only well-traveled explorers may know about. It’s fun to be in on the secret!
- You love a lively meal with fun service. While the servers aren’t quite performing at ‘50s Prime Time Cafe or Whispering Canyon Cafe level (if you know, you know), you may encounter a skipper or two with a sense of humor. The servers at Skipper Canteen have that classic Jungle Cruise sense of humor (dad jokes, dad jokes, and more dad jokes). It makes for an entertaining, memorable meal! “
You should skip this Disney World spot if…
- You value experience over food. Many people only eat at one table service restaurant per day in Disney World. If you’re saving your one table service meal for more of a “WOW” restaurant, you may be more inclined to dine at a place like Cinderella’s Royal Table or Be Our Guest Restaurant. Yes, Skipper Canteen is packed with decorations, but there aren’t any characters to meet, and the dining room really leans into that Adventureland theme, which might not be for everyone.
- You prefer a big breakfast. Skipper Canteen is NOT open for breakfast. We’ll be honest: the breakfast options in Magic Kingdom are pretty limited. If you were hoping to enjoy a nice, big breakfast before you start your day in the Magic Kingdom, we recommend checking out the nearby hotels, like Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort or Disney’s Contemporary Resort, which both serve excellent meals in the morning.
- You are dining with kids under 10. OK, yes, there’s a kids’ menu here. But some of the entrees may not appeal to little ones, and the sight gags and novelty jokes might not resonate with toddlers or young children. There are definitely other restaurants that are better suited for kids, such as The Crystal Palace.
Important Information
- The Jungle Skipper Canteen menu has an internationally-inspired flair. Though we think there is lots of appeal for different palates, groups traveling with less-adventurous eaters may want to peruse the menu (you’ll find the link above) prior to making your Advance Dining Reservation.
- The Jungle Skipper Canteen offers Mobile Dine Check-In.
- You may find last-minute availability for the Jungle Skipper Canteen on the Mobile Dine Walk-up Waitlist.
- Annual Passholders, Disney Visa Cardholders, and Disney Vacation Club Members should inquire about a discount.
Famous Dishes: “Hardy Har Char” Siu Pork, “Tastes Like Chicken” Because it is!, Falls Family Falafel, Malva Pudding Cake
Malva Pudding Cake at Skipper Canteen
See all of the dining options in Magic Kingdom HERE!
Disney Food Blog Posts Mentioning the Jungle Skipper Canteen
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