The Disney food and beverage team strives to accommodate guests with special diets. With a few easy steps, you can dine in Walt Disney World or Disneyland Resort knowing that all reasonable efforts will be made to address your concerns.
Chef Mickey
First and foremost, know that — with any special diet concern — it is always best to speak directly with a trained Special Diets-Trained Cast Member or Chef at each dining location you visit, no matter the service style.
Table Service Restaurants
Table Service restaurants are sit-down restaurants where guests often make Advance Dining Reservations prior to dining, and the process of dining with a special diet can begin as soon as you arrive at your chosen restaurant.
1. Speak with the server for your specific table immediately regarding any concerns. Disney shares: “When we know the modification requested is more than just a taste or texture preference, they [your server],will inform the kitchen to use the allergy request process, which involves a Special Diets-Trained Cast Member.”
2. If you have additional special concerns, you may email the Special Diets department — [email protected] or call (407) 824-596. Specifically, Disney shares the following on the Disney World website: “If you or anyone in your party has either 4 or more allergy requests, requires pureed meals, or adheres to a medically-restrictive diet (such as very low protein), contact [email protected] in advance to ask for a Special Diets Request Form. We request that you don’t contact us any sooner than 14 days prior to your arrival.”
Quick Service Restaurants
Quick Service restaurants — also called Counter Service — do not accept Advance Dining Reservations. Upon arrival at your chosen location, you can — and should — request to speak with a cast member who can guide you accordingly. You may receive a physical menu noting your options. But rest assured, you may always request to speak to a chef, as well.
Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn and Cafe in Magic Kingdom
Additionally, Mobile Order — a feature available to guests with the My Disney Experience app (for Disney World) or the Disneyland app — is accepted at several major Quick Service locations in both the theme parks and hotels. A terrific feature is available which allows guests to navigate the choices with allergy concerns in mind, by choosing the “Allergy-Friendly” icon.
Mobile Order screenshot (Allergy-Friendly icon on the bottom)
From here, you can navigate further, as needed.
Please be aware that Disney shares the following message regarding dining with allergies: “Guests must notify their server about any allergen-friendly requests. While we take steps to help mitigate cross-contact, we cannot guarantee that any item is completely free of allergens. Our allergy-friendly recipes may use refined oils, such as soybean oil, and/or ingredients that are processed in facilities that also process allergens. It is ultimately our Guests’ discretion to make an informed choice based upon their individual dietary needs. For more information about allergy-friendly requests at Disney-owned and operated locations, please ask to speak with our special diets-trained personnel upon arrival at the location.”
More Resources for Dining with Special Diets
In addition to allergies, many guests travel with diet requirements, preferences, and other concerns. You may visit any of the links below to learn more about dining with various special diets at Disney destinations.
Disney World Special Diet Resources
Dining with Allergies and Intolerances in Disney World
The following food allergies and intolerances (which Disney, following the FDA, refers to as “common”) can usually be accommodated at restaurants in the parks and Resort hotels:
- Eggs
- Fish
- Milk
- Peanuts
- Sesame
- Shellfish
- Soy
- Tree nuts
- Wheat
Less common food allergies and intolerances (per Disney, following the FDA) that can also be accommodated include the following:
- Gluten
- Lactose
- Corn
- Citrus
- Nightshades
- MSG
Visit our Eating with Allergies and Intolerances in Disney World page to learn more.
Additional Special Diet Resources include the following:
- Eating Gluten Free in Disney World
- Vegetarian Dining in Disney World
- Plant-based Dining in Disney World
- Dining with diabetes in Disney World
- Eating Kosher in Disney World
- Eating Keto and Low Carb
- Healthy Eating in Disney World
Disneyland Special Diet Resources
The following food allergies and intolerances (which Disney, following the FDA, refers to as “common”) can usually be accommodated at restaurants in the parks and Resort hotels:
- Eggs
- Fish
- Milk
- Peanuts
- Sesame
- Shellfish
- Soy
- Tree nuts
- Wheat
Less common food allergies and intolerances (per Disney, following the FDA) that can also be accommodated include the following:
- Gluten
- Lactose
- Corn
- Citrus
- Nightshades
- MSG
Additional Special Diet Resources include the following:
When to Contact the Special Diets Team in Disney World or Disneyland Resort
Contact Information
Walt Disney World’s Special Diets team provides Guests with personalized service as they plan dining experiences at any of the Theme Parks and Resort Hotels. If you need assistance, you can contact the team by email or phone at the following:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (407) 824-5967
Visit Disney World’s official special diets website area
Business hours:
Monday – Friday 9AM to 5PM
Saturday – Sunday 10AM. to 5PM
Disneyland’s Special Diets team provides Guests with personalized service as they plan dining experiences at any of the Theme Parks and Resort Hotels. If you need assistance, you can contact the team by email or phone at the following:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (714) 781-DINE (3463)
Visit Disneyland’s official special diets website area
Disneyland Special Diets
To request help planning for Disneyland meals if you have special diets in your party, contact Disneyland Dining at (714) 781-DINE (3463). Please request special meals at least 24 hours in advance.
Eating Gluten Free in Disneyland
Eating Vegetarian in Disneyland
For more Disney dining information, including details on dining discounts, restaurants, dining plans, menus, and more, visit our Disney Dining Reference Page.
Additional Resources
Dairy Free
Gluten Free and Dairy Free WDW
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