Full Guide to Dining at Disneyland Park
Disneyland Park might be small in size compared to other Disney Parks, but it has a LOT of places for you to eat! There are over 70 restaurants and eateries in the park.
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And, to help you narrow down where to go, Disney Parks Blog is sharing a guide on where to eat at Disneyland Park! Let’s take a look.
Where to Eat at Disneyland Park
On-the-Go Snack Carts and Market Stands
There are snack carts and market stands located throughout Disneyland Park. Here, you can find iconic Disney snacks like churros, turkey legs, popcorn, and a variety of Mickey Mouse-shaped foods, as well as bottled drinks, fruit, pickles, and more.
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Disney Parks Blog lists their must-try snacks as:
- Spicy pickles from Fantasyland Fruit Cart
- Whole fruits from Tropical Imports
- Garlic cheesy pretzel bread from Maurice’s Treats
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Quick-Service Restaurants
Let’s move on to quick-service restaurants! These are more budget-friendly spots where you usually order at a walk-up counter.
A lot of these spots also offer mobile ordering through the Disneyland app to make your experience easier! And, there are a lot of options, from Mexican to Italian food.
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And, you can either enjoy your food at the restaurant in the seating area or take it to go!
These are the iconic quick-service restaurants according to Disney Parks Blog:
- Star Wars-inspired fare from Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo
- Tacos, burritos, and more Mexican cuisine from Rancho del Zocalo Restaurante
- Hearty American classics, such as hot dogs and chili, from Refreshment Corner
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And, their must-try snacks are:
- Turkey leg from Edelweiss Snacks
- Pepperoni pizza flop-over from Café Daisy
- DOLE Whip float from The Tropical Hideaway
Table-Service Restaurants
Now for the table-service restaurants! These are traditional restaurants with multi-course, sit-down meals. They’re a great place to relax and enjoy a meal in a themed atmosphere.
It’s recommended to have advanced reservations for these spots, which can be made online through Disneyland’s website or on the Disneyland app. Availability opens up 60 days in advance.
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But, if you don’t have a reservation, you can check the walk-up list at certain table-service restaurants on the day of your visit using the Disneyland app.
Here are the recommended table-service restaurants from Disney Parks Blog:
- Monte Cristo and other dishes with French Quarter flair from Cafe Orleans
- Down-home, Southern cooking with a side of riverfront views at River Belle Terrace
- Comfort foods inspired by some of Walt Disney’s favorites dishes at Carnation Café
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Character Dining at Disneyland
There are also some fun character meals around Disneyland Park! While you dine, certain characters will visit you at your table for photos and autographs!
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Disney Parks Blog recommends Minnie & Friends – Breakfast in the Park at Plaza Inn as a great way to start your day at the park! It’s a buffet with things like made-to-order omelets and Mickey waffles, biscuits and gravy, bacon and sausage, fresh-baked pastries, and more.
Entertainment Dining Packages and Experiences
If you want a very cool dining experience, you can look into select restaurants with special dining packages! These come with a meal and reserved viewing for either a parade or a nighttime spectacular.
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You can check out “Paint the Night” and “Fantasmic!” dining packages. “Fantasmic!” dining packages are available at 3 restaurant and have different price points and mealtimes — Rancho del Zocalo Restaurante and Cafe Orleans have standard dining packages for lunch or dinner and include a voucher to enter a separate viewing area for the show that evening.
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Then, River Belle Terrace has a premium offering which features a 3-course dinner that you can enjoy while watching the show right from your table.
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And, right now for a limited time, you can check out the Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo Nighttime Gathering which is serving savory and sweet bites along with beverages before the “Fire of the Rising Moons” fireworks display or the “Shadows of Memory: A Skywalker Saga” light up the skies of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge.
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The menu is inspired by flavors from across the galaxy, and the menu options include cheeseburger croquettes, wonton citrus-ginger chicken salad taco, pastries, chocolate and more.
Insider Tips for Dining at Disneyland
Finally, Disney Parks Blog is sharing some insider tips for dining around Disneyland! Remember that Magic Key annual pass holders and Disney Vacation Club members can get discounts on select food and drinks, just make sure your Magic Key ID or Disney Vacation Club membership is linked to your MyDisney account.
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You can also plan ahead with mobile ordering! Place your mobile food and drink orders early in the day and you can pick them up when you’re ready to later on. This is a good idea if you want to eat around busy times like lunch or dinner hours.
There are also complimentary bottle-filling stations for some fresh water on the go! You can find over 10 of these around the park.
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