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The Ten BEST Places to Eat at Walt Disney World WITHOUT a Park Ticket!

Whether you’ve planned a rest day at your resort, live locally and want a Disney dining experience, or just don’t want to eat another meal in one of Walt Disney World’s parks, dining on property without a park ticket offers many delicious options. Resort dining is often fantastic, and Disney Springs has more options for dining than every before.

Special Dessert at Artist Point

Here we gather TEN of the BEST places to eat at Walt Disney World
WITHOUT a park ticket!

Sanaa — Animal Kingdom Lodge – Kidani Village

First up is one of our favorite table service restaurants in the World — and it also happens only to be a one-credit meal on the Disney Dining Plan! [Read more…]

Jaleo is Open in Disney Springs — But What’s Up with the Disney Dining Plan Here?

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Jaleo opened just a few weeks ago, and the Spanish-inspired menu has everybody excited! Tapas? Paella? Sangria? Please, yes! But several of our readers have been wondering how the Disney Dining Plan will work at a restaurant known for its small plates. DFB has the details!

Here’s EVERYTHING you need to know about DDP at Jaleo!

Jaleo

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First, Jaleo requires two Disney Dining Plan table credits on both the basic and the deluxe plans. [Read more…]

NEW: Luck of The Irish Burger at Disney World’s Edison

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It’s that time again: time for the Burger of the Month at The Edison in Walt Disney World’s Disney Springs! Unsurprisingly the March burger tips its hat to traditional Irish grub!

The Edison

The Luck of the Irish Burger begins with The Edison’s signature blend of brisket, sirloin, and short rib. [Read more…]

Feel the Love: Valentine’s Offerings at STK Orlando in Disney Springs!

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Looking for a way to romance your significant other in Walt Disney World’s Disney Springs? STK Orlando wants to help you woo your partner with special steak, fish, and sweets — plus STK’s Signature Menu. And if all else fails, they’ve even got a Love Potion Cocktail!

Main Dining Area on Lower Floor

Bonus: the swanky nightspot is also extending Valentine’s through the weekend! [Read more…]

Review: 12 Beers of Christmas Event at Morimoto Asia in Disney Springs!

By Carly E 2 Comments

On Sunday, Disney Food Blog had the opportunity to celebrate the 12 Beers of Christmas at Morimoto Asia in Disney Springs! This special, once-a-year event was hosted by Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto himself.

Crooked Can Brewing Company Black Frost Schwarzbier

Guests made their way through 12 stations featuring local beers and Pan-Asian small bites. Ready to start planning your visit for next year’s event?

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Review: New Menu Items And Two NEW Craft Cocktails from Raglan Road at Disney Springs!

By AJ and the DFB Team 2 Comments

While there’s never any shortage of new eats and treats popping up throughout Walt Disney World, we always love to revisit our favorite places to experience old classics and new menu additions.

Joycean Club

On our latest visit to Raglan Road Irish Pub at Disney Springs, we tried one starter, two new craft cocktails (which you definitely need to know about!), two sandwiches, and two entrees. Let’s dive in!

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Special Thanksgiving Menu Announced for STK Orlando in Disney Springs

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How does Thanksgiving at Disney Springs sound – maybe at a steakhouse with chic decor and rooftop dining? If you’re tempted, STK Orlando has just released their special Thanksgiving menus for 2018.

Upper Level Patio Dining at STK Orlando

On Thursday, November 22, STK will be serving their full signature menu along with a special Thanksgiving menu. So, what’s for dinner? Read on – we’ve got the details!

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Tips From the DFB Guide: Reservations at Select Disney World Restaurants Through OpenTable.com

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You’re likely already familiar with using the My Disney Experience website or app to book your dining reservations throughout Walt Disney World parks, resorts, and Disney Springs. But did you know that some of these restaurants also offer reservations through OpenTable.com? We’ve got all the details!

Steak Frites at Wine Bar George

Want to try booking a dining reservation through OpenTable.com? We’ve put together a list of all participating restaurants on property. While you won’t find any in-park dining on the list, there are plenty of Resort and Disney Springs restaurants available via the site.

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What’s NEW At Disney Springs? A WHOLE LOT! Check it out….

By AJ and the DFB Team 2 Comments

We checked out all the new items in Disney Springs from the WonderFall special offerings to new merchandise and updates. We love the Fall theme and decor all over the area!

Happy Fall From Disney Springs

This time we started our tour in The Marketplace — and were rewarded with a Villainous discovery!

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Meatball Monday Comes to Disney Springs’ Terralina Crafted Italian!

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Terralina Crafted Italian joined Disney Springs with their Grand Opening in June. Now they are making a bigger impact with Meatball Mondays!