October 5, 2026

Tucked into the Animal Kingdom Lodge’s Kidani Village, Sanaa, which means “Work of Art” in Swahili, is a beautiful restaurant serving a fusion of African and Indian cuisine made with authentic cooking methods like slow-roasting and tandoori oven cooking.

Although the food here is not your typical American fare, even picky eaters will find things they’ll enjoy on the menu.

While Sanaa is a table service restaurant serving lunch and dinner, the spot offers the Sanaa Kuamsha Breakfast in the mornings — a quick-service experience for which reservations are not required.

The best part: the view from the restaurant is of Animal Kingdom Lodge’s Sunset Savanna — enjoy the ever-changing scenery of some of the most beautiful African plains animals you’ve ever seen.

P.S. Don’t miss Sanaa’s Indian-style Bread Service, served with NINE different dipping accompaniments!

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The Meal at Sanaa

Sanaa is known for having a tasty cuisine that’s a combination of Indian and African flavors.

Service: Table Service for lunch and dinner; Quick Service for breakfast (Official Menu)

Type of Food: East African and Indian

Location: Animal Kingdom Lodge, Kidani Village

Disney Dining Plan: Yes, 1 Table Service meal credit

The Sanaa Menu

Appetizers

• Indian-style Bread Service — Five Breads and with all Nine Accompaniments – Traditional Naan, Garlic-Ginger Naan, Spiced Naan, Onion Kulcha, or Paneer Paratha. Accompaniments – Cucumber Raita, Roasted Red Pepper Hummus, Mango Chutney, Tomato-Date Jam, Tamarind Chutney, Coriander Chutney, Garlic Pickle, Red Chile Sambal, or Spicy Jalapeño-Lime Pickle

• Seasonal Salad — Arcadia Spring Mix, Compressed Watermelon, Cucumber, Blueberries, Goat Cheese, Pistachios, Watermelon
• Lamb Kefta — Seasoned Ground Lamb, Roasted Garlic Hummus, Crispy Spiced Chickpeas, Pear Chutney, and Papadam
• Samosas — Potato and Pea Samosas with Tamarind and Mango Chutney (Plant-based)

• Seasonal Soup (Butternut Squash) — with Chef’s Accompaniments (LUNCH ONLY)

• Fenugreek-scented Tomato Soup — with seared Paneer Cheese (DINNER ONLY)

Entrees

• Potjie-Inspired — Choose one from the Journey: Butter Chicken, Braised Beef, Lamb Vindaloo, or Durban Shrimp Curry. Choose one from the Harvest (Plant-based) – Chickpea Wat, Rajma Masala, Lentil Daal, or Sukuma Wiki served with Scented Basmati Rice

• Cauliflower Harra — Charred Cauliflower rubbed with Spices served over a Rajma Potato Galette, Herbed Coconut Yogurt, Smoked Tomato
• Samake wa Ugali Rasam — Seasonal Fish, Ugali Cake, Okra, and Tomato Chutney finished with a Warm Spiced Broth
• Sanaa Burger — Spiced Mustard and Peppadew Goat Cheese served with Sanaa Chips and House-made Pickle (LUNCH ONLY)
• Tandoori-spiced Chicken Sandwich — Tandoori-spiced Chicken in Warm Naan with Preserved Lemon Crema, Sweet Peppers, House-made Pickle, and Fresh Coriander (LUNCH ONLY)

• Lamb Kefta Naanwich — Seasonal Ground Lamb topped with Pickled Onions and Fresh Herbs on Onion Kulcha with Mango Chutney, Cucumber Raita, and Red Chile Sambal (LUNCH ONLY)

• Spice Trail Pork Tenderloin — Sumac-crusted Grilled Pork Tenderloin, Pomegranate-Red Wine Reduction, Goat Cheese-Potato Purée, Pumpkin Suya, Carrots, Charred Leeks (DINNER ONLY)
• Mbavu ya Chuma — Berbere-rubbed Flat Iron Steak, Roasted Sweet Potato and Coconut Purée, Chakalaka-cured Cabbage, Coffee-Cocoa Jus  (DINNER ONLY)

Desserts

• Giraffe Tower Mousse — Banana Cake, Peanut Butter Mousse, Banana Mousse, and Caramel with Tanzanian Peanut Brittle Crunch

• Crowned Crane Black Sesame Entremet — Black Sesame Mousse, Chai Tea Caramel, Ras el Hanout Pineapple, and Raspberry

• Wilde-best Wildebeest — Flourless Chocolate Cake, Milk Chocolate Custard, and Chocolate Fudge-coated Cocoa Nibs

• Ankole Cake — Spiced Chocolate Cake, Baobab Curd, Coconut Gel, Meringue ‘Horns,’ STARR African Rum-macerated Citrus (Plant-based)

Kids’ Appetizers (à la carte)

• Romaine Lettuce Salad with Ranch Dressing
• Creamy Tomato Soup
• Carrot and Celery Sticks with Ranch Dressing

Kids’ Create-Your-Own Entrees (choose one)

Served with choice of two (2) Selections and choice of Small Lowfat Milk, Small Dasani® Water, or Small Minute Maid® Apple Juice.

• Fish of the Day
• Cheese Pizza
• Butter Chicken
• Grilled Cheese

Kids’ Create-Your-Own Selections (choose two)

• Seasonal Vegetables
• Fruit Cup
• Basmati Rice
• Cheddar Mac & Cheese
• Creamy Tomato Soup
• Timon Grubs Dessert

Beverages

Include Non-Alcoholic Specialties, Bottled or Canned Beer, Draft Beer, Specialty Cocktails, and Wine.

• African Mai Tai

• African Starr Mojito

• Bee’s Knees

 

• Malawi Mango Margarita

• Safari Amber

The Atmosphere at Sanaa

Sanaa is a table service spot that’s situated on the edge of the savanna, so the windows offer a stunning view of the animals during the daytime.

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Inside the restaurant, the vibe is modern African with warm colors. There are lovely details on the ceiling, natural lampshades, and warm light. This is a chill, peaceful dining environment.

The restaurant itself is stunning and has lots of beautiful decorations and elements. There is a mixture of tables and booths throughout the restaurant.

At the center of the room sits a sprawling acacia tree feature.

Lunch and Dinner Reviews 

April 2026: REVIEW: This Disney World Hotel Restaurant Adds 3 NEW Items, and We Tried Them ALL!
September 2025: Yes, We Left Disney World’s Parks For Bread…Again. And It Was Worth It.
April 2024: REVIEW: 5 Things That Are Required Eating at Sanaa in Disney World
September 2023: REVIEW: Yes, This Bread IS Worth Leaving The Parks For — Trust Us!
April 2022: Disney Food Blog REVIEW: NEW Exclusive Dinner Dishes and Stunning Savanna Views? Disney World’s Sanaa Has It All!
September 2020: PHOTOS! We Visited Sanaa to Check Out the NEW Table Service Mobile Order Option in Disney World!
June 2020: First Look and Photos: Dinner at a Reopened Sanaa at Disney World’s Animal Kingdom Lodge
February 2015: Disney Food Blog Review: Sanaa at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge
March 2013: Disney Food Blog Review: Sanaa at Disney World’s Animal Kingdom Lodge
August 2011: Review: Sanaa at Animal Kingdom Lodge

Breakfast Reviews

October 2025: REVIEW: Fast…But Exquisite! — Breakfast at Sanaa in Disney World
August 2017: Disney Food Blog Review: Two Grab-and-Go (or Grab-and-STAY) Options at Sanaa Kuamsha Breakfast

Nosh or Not

Include Sanaa in your plans if…

• You want the famous Indian-style Bread Service (a choose-your-own-adventure of warm breads + dips) and bold Indian-meets-African flavors you won’t find in the parks.
• Window views of the savanna are your love language—giraffes and zebras strolling by = built-in dinner show (best in daylight).
• You’re after a relaxed, shareable meal—great for grazers, date nights, and adventurous kiddos, with solid plant-based and allergy-friendly options.

Try a different restaurant if…

• Your crew is spice-averse or super picky—there are a few safety nets, but the menu leans flavorful and unfamiliar.
• You want speed or convenience—Kidani is a destination, and this isn’t a quick in-and-out bite.
• You’re chasing characters or ultra-fancy vibes—Sanaa is chill, and after sunset those animal views fade with the light.

Important Information

• We especially recommend dining here for lunch or an early dinner during the summer when the sun sets later. You can’t see the animals after dark. Request a window table for an even closer view of the beautiful animals outside.
• If you’d prefer to dine in your room, you can actually pick up Sanaa to-go orders here.
• The restaurant is located in Kidani Village, which is about a quarter of a mile away from Animal Kingdom Lodge’s main building, Jambo House. To get there, either park at Jambo House and walk to Kidani Village via the pathway, or park right at Kidani Village. Ask at the guardhouse for directions.
• Sanaa offers Mobile Dine Check-In.
• See the Mobile Dine Walk-up Waitlist.
• Get Sanaa To Go!
• Memberships that are eligible for discounts at Sanaa include: Disney World Annual Passholders, Disney Vacation Club Members, Disney Visa Cardholders.

Famous Dishes: Indian-style bread service, Potjie-inspired, Lamb Kefta Naanwich, Tandoori-spiced Chicken Sandwich, Giraffe Tower Mousse, African Mai Tai, Malawi Mango Margarita

See ALL of the dining options at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge HERE!

Disney Food Blog Posts Mentioning Sanaa

Disney World Just Quietly Changed The Menus At These Restaurants

REVIEW: This Disney World Hotel Restaurant Adds 3 NEW Items, and We Tried Them ALL!

24 New Food and Drinks Arrived in Disney World This Week

We’ve Eaten at Every Disney World Hotel Restaurant. These Are the BEST.

Homecomin’, Yak & Yeti, and 15 More Disney World Restaurants CHANGED This Week

The 3 Best Places to Get Bread in Disney World (#2 Will SHOCK You)

A Whopping 66 Restaurants Quietly CHANGED Their Menus This Week in Disney World

REVIEW: Fast…But Exquisite! — Breakfast at Sanaa in Disney World

Yes, We Left Disney World’s Parks For Bread…Again. And It Was Worth It.

Disney World Just Dropped DOZENS of Menu Changes

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