Can You Get Alcohol With Disney Dining Plan Credits?
If you’re new to the Disney Dining Plan or if it’s been a few years since you’ve visited the parks, you may not be aware that as of 2018, alcoholic beverages ARE available as part of your meal entitlements for those 21 and older that are on the Disney Dining Plans!
There are three different types of dining plans available. Here’s a quick look at what’s included in each.
Disney Quick Service Dining Plan: Everyone in the party ages 3 and over will receive the following each night of your package stay
- Two (2) Quick-Service Meals which includes the following for breakfast/lunch/dinner:
- One (1) Entree
- Once Single Serving non-alcoholic or Alcoholic Beverage when available for guests 21 and over.
- Two (2) Snacks
- A Refillable Drink Mug eligible for refills at Self-Service Beverage Islands at Quick Service Locations at ANY Disney Resort Hotel
Disney Dining Plan: Everyone in the party ages 3 and over will receive the following each night of your package stay:
- One (1) Quick-Service Meal which includes the following for breakfast/lunch/dinner:
- One (1) Entree
- Once Single Serving non-alcoholic or Alcoholic Beverage when available for guests 21 and over.
- One (1) Table Service Meal which includes the following:
- Breakfast
- One (1) Entree
- One (1) Single serving nonalcoholic or Alcoholic Beverage for Guests 21 and over where available
- OR One (1) Full Buffet
- OR One (1) Family Style Meal
- Lunch/Dinner
- One (1) Entree
- One (1) Dessert
- One (1) Single serving nonalcoholic or Alcoholic Beverage where available for Guests 21 and Over
- OR One (1) Full Buffet
- OR One (1) Family Style Meal
- Breakfast
- Two (2) Snacks
- A Refillable Drink Mug eligible for refills at Self-Service Beverage Islands at Quick Service Locations at ANY Disney Resort Hotel
Deluxe Disney Dining Plan: Everyone in the party ages 3 and over will receive the following each night of your package stay:
- Three (3) Meals – Can be either Quick Service or Table Service
- Two (2) Snacks
- A Refillable Drink Mug eligible for Refills at Self-Service Beverage Islands at Quick Service Locations at ANY Disney Resort Hotel
So What Type of Drinks are Included in the Dining Plan?
When it comes to beverages included with your dining plan meals you’ll have several options:
- Guests under 21 can choose from the regular fountain drinks & milk as well as speciality drinks offered at that location (smoothies, shakes, hot chocolate, etc.).
- Guests 21 and over can choose from any of those options plus they can also choose to have 1 single-serving of a mixed drink/cocktail, beer, or wine.
A single serving non-alcoholic beverage includes items such as:
- Artisanal Milkshakes
- Fresh smoothies
- Premium Hot Chocolate
- Soda
- Coffee or Tea
A single serving alcoholic beverage includes items such as:
- Beer or Cider
- Wine or Sangria
- Mixed Drinks and Speciality Cocktails
How Do I Know What Alcoholic Beverages Are Included In the Dining Plan?
This varies depending on the restaurant. Ask the server at your restaurant of choice for details. Most beer, wine, and mixed drink beverages are included, some exceptions apply. Alcoholic beverages may only be redeemed with a Quick-Service or Table-Service meal entitlement.- NO SNACK CREDITS! Certain items are not included in the Disney Dining Plan such as drinks that are more than a single serving, Drinks served in a souvenir container are not eligible.
For more information and price comparison on Disney Dining Plans for 2019 check out this article.
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