food IS a theme park
When it comes to Disney vs. Universal, there are plenty of things to debate! Ride quality, theming, infrastructure, hotels, etc. But when it comes to our taste buds, it’s ALWAYS a comparison of snacks!
Pineapple DOLE Whip
From iconic sweet treats to unique takes on the classic cheeseburger and more, the battle between these theme park titans definitely extends to snacks!
You know that feeling when you’ve waited in a snack line long enough to develop a tiny, personal feud with a stroller… and then you take the first bite and realize you’ve traded 12 precious park minutes for something you could have bought at a gas station?
Ice Cream!
Yeah. Let’s not do that in 2026.
It’s honestly REALLY hard to go wrong with a Disney World trip. Whether it’s your first trip or your 50th, this IS the Most Magical Place on Earth, after all!
Main Street, U.S.A.
That being said, there really are certain iconic, bucket list-worthy attractions and restaurants and snacks that FULLY exemplify that CLASSIC Disney experience, and you’d be missing out if you skipped ‘em!
It’s no secret: we’re HUGE fans of Minnie Ears around here! Seriously, every time we think we’ve reached our limit, or added enough to our collection, Disney just keeps releasing MORE!
So shiny and new.
It’s also not surprising that our favorite Minnie Ears, in both Disney World and Disneyland, happen to be food-related. We are Disney FOOD Blog, after all!
Sometimes, you gotta spice some things up to keep the romance alive…with your Disney snacks, of course!
Waffles with a view
Let’s face it, some of the snacks that you can find in Disney World are just plain out BORING. And, you didn’t shell out thousands of dollars to chow down on popcorn, pretzels, and other eats that you could pick up from your local grocery store and have on your couch! But, we’re not saying that you need to ditch the Mickey-shaped Pretzel (after all, everything DOES taste better Mickey-shaped), we’re just saying that there’s a way to make it BETTER. So, as people who make a living off of snacking, we’re bringing you ALL the ways that you can take your dining game to the NEXT. LEVEL. in Disney!
Spirit Jerseys have really taken Disney World by storm over the past several years, and they keep getting more and more creative!
Orange Bird Spirit Jersey
We’ve seen glitter, tie-dye, and vintage-inspired jerseys, as well as those themed to some fan favorite characters, like Figment, Grogu (baby Yoda), and Orange Bird. And now, we’ve found a new Spirit Jersey that’s paying tribute to one of the most popular Disney snacks!
Although Disney World reopened this summer, not every food and beverage location within the parks reopened. We are starting to see that change, though, as more places begin to open back up!
Sommerfest at EPCOT
We’ve recently seen the reopening of Cinderella’s Royal Table, as well as Gaston’s Tavern, both at the Magic Kingdom. And we recently learned that Kringla og Bakeri Kafe at EPCOT will reopen tomorrow!
Everyone has their favorite Disney snack! Whether you’re a corn dog nuggets fan, or you MUST get a Dole Whip every single day of your trip, there are SO many delicious options to choose from.
Pineapple Dole Whip
But, if you haven’t been to Disney World since it reopened, you may be wondering…“Can I still get some of my favorite snacks?” Some of our favorite treats have disappeared or are unavailable at the moment, but these 10 snacks are still available and ready for you to enjoy!
Ahh, cheese: basically one of our favorite food groups here at DFB.
Blue Cheese at BaseLine Tap House
If you’re as obsessed as we are (and we are pretty passionate), you’ll want to know EXACTLY where you can find the best cheese in Disney, from killer mac to cream cheese frosting excellence and more! And, we’ve got the greatest list for you, friends… .
If you have a hankering for a fresh-baked pretzel the next time you’re in Disneyland’s Downtown Disney District, you’re in luck! Wetzel’s Pretzels has reopened its flagship location after a lengthy refurbishment!
Reimagined Wetzel’s Pretzels in Disneyland ©Disney
The grand reopening ceremonies included a DJ, “festivities,” and of course, PRETZELS. [Read more…]
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