food IS a theme park
There are SO many places to eat in EPCOT, and it can be super overwhelming deciding where to dine.
Spaceship Earth at EPCOT
Every World Showcase pavilion has a quick service restaurant, but I’m here to tell you that they are NOT all created equal. Some spots are a bit underwhelming, while others seem to hit every time. And recently, I visited one of those quick service spots that we really love here at DFB. Is it still a winner? Let’s dive in.
Are you ready to try some great cuisine out on the Seven Seas?!
©Disney | Disney Magic Cruise Ship
We certainly were when we recently sailed aboard the Disney Cruise Line’s Disney Magic cruise ship! While sailing with the Disney Cruise Line, you’re in for a unique experience full of good times, good opportunities to make lifelong memories, and, of course, good food. Speaking of food, we tried a bunch of different restaurants during our latest voyage — including Animator’s Palate. Come along for a review of this animation-themed restaurant!
There are a LOT of truly spectacular restaurants in Disney World, and then there are some that are…well…NOT.
Let’s go to the Turf Club!
With hundreds of restaurants spread across the property, they can’t all be winners, and we often see the same spots falling to the bottom of the list again and again. Recently, one of those restaurants got an updated menu, so I stopped by to see if it was still as lackluster as we remembered. Come along with me to review The Turf Club Bar & Grill!
If there’s a new Disney restaurant, you can bet we’ll eat there!
Pixar Lamp and Ball at Pixar Place Hotel
Our latest foodie adventures took us to the Disneyland Resort to try the brand-new Small Bytes pool bar at Pixar Place Hotel. Themed after Pixar Animation Studios films, this bar easily subverts expectations in several ways that surprised us. What do we mean by that? Let’s dive into our review and find out!
There are quite literally DOZENS of places to eat in Disney Springs alone.
Disney Springs
The shopping and dining district is filled with everything from snack stands to quick service spots to high-end table service meals. Disney Springs is a great place for a fun night with friends or a chill weekend shopping spree, and the next time you visit, I might have a surprising restaurant recommendation to add to your list!
If there’s one thing we love here at DFB, it’s a Disney World LOUNGE!
Port Orleans Resort — French Quarter
Lounges are like the hidden secret of Disney World dining — all the delicious eats of a sit-down restaurant with the laid-back atmosphere of a bar or quick service spot. They often have some of the best menu items across property, and you don’t need reservations to dine in them! Recently, one lounge changed up its menu, so you know I had to stop by to check out the new eats and bring you a full review.
No trip to Disney World is complete without a sweet treat. That’s a rule. (And also a great rhyme.)
The Confectionery
One of our favorite places to grab a treat is at the iconic Main Street Confectionery in Magic Kingdom. Here, you can choose from a seemingly endless array of treats, from popular Mars Wrigley candies, to crisped rice treats, to cupcakes, cookies, marshmallow pops, and MORE. One of our favorite things to do here, though, is visit the Kernel Kitchen popcorn station at the very back of the shop. Cast Members will allow you to customize a bowl of popcorn with candies and syrups, and you can even opt for one of Disney’s popcorn mixes. They make it right in front of you, and it’s pretty cool. There’s a new popcorn mix that’s up for grabs right now, and we’re headed to check it out.
Sure, you could go to Disney World and dine solely on Mickey Waffles, Corn Dog Nuggets, and DOLE Whips.
Disney’s BoardWalk
And, who am I to stop you? But, if you are looking for a fine-dining experience during your vacation, Disney World actually has some great options! Fans of seafood (hi, it’s me) would be remiss if they didn’t consider venturing to Disney’s BoardWalk for a meal at Flying Fish. Not only is the BoardWalk a fun experience on its own, but this restaurant is also a worthwhile stop on your trip for its beauty and delicious food. Recently, they added some new items to the menu, so I stopped by for a late dinner to check it out.
If you’ve been here a while, then you know that we’re experts when it comes to Disney food.
Jazz Kitchen
We’ve tried EVERY restaurant in Disney World and Disneyland Resort, and we’ve got the food reviews to prove it! But to keep that status going, we have to check back in on Disney restaurants whenever they’ve made major changes or updates…and that’s exactly what we did recently with a Downtown Disney spot.
Disney is a dream come true for many — for many reasons!
Sleeping Beauty Castle in Disneyland
One aspect of the Disney parks that draws in guests from around the world is the chance to meet fan-favorite Disney characters. There are numerous opportunities to do this throughout the parks, from spontaneous meet and greets to character dining. Character breakfasts in particular are a popular way for families to fuel for their busy park day while also saying hello to some Disney pals and collecting autographs.
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