The Need-to-Know on Walt Disney World Dining Plans!
Eating and dining are a major part of any Walt Disney World vacation! From Mickey-shaped snacks and character meals to signature dining experiences, your vacation is the perfect place to indulge.
Disney Dining Plans help guests budget in advance by prepaying for meals and snacks before they arrive. This is the perfect way to relax and enjoy more dining magic while experiencing all the fun of a Disney World vacation.
Beginning with 2027 vacation packages, guests will also have a brand-new option with the introduction of the Deluxe Table-Service Dining Plan.
Why Choose a Disney Dining Plan?
Disney Dining Plans are designed to make vacation planning easier and more convenient. Instead of worrying about menu prices during your trip, meals and snacks are already included in your package.
A dining plan helps make the experience more seamless.
How Disney Dining Plans Work
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Dining Plans can be added to stays at Disney Resorts Collection hotels before your vacation online, through a Disney Cast Member, or with your MickeyTravels travel professional.
Each guest age 3 and older receives a set number of meals and snacks based on the length of the resort stay.
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Need to know:
• Meals and snacks can be used at any time during your vacation.
• Unused meals roll over from day to day.
• All remaining meals and snacks expire at midnight on your checkout day.
• You are not limited to a certain number of meals per day.
• Meals can be used in whatever order best fits your plans.
• Tell the Cast Member at participating locations that you’re using a dining plan when ordering.
Disney Quick-Service Dining Plan
This option is ideal for guests who prefer flexible, on-the-go dining without making many reservations. You typically order at a counter.
Included Per Night of Stay
• 2 Quick-Service meals
• 1 snack or nonalcoholic beverage
Included Per Guest
• 1 Resort-Refillable Mug per stay
Disney Table-Service Dining Plan
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This plan offers a balance between sit-down dining and quick meals.
Included Per Night of Stay
• 1 Table-Service meal
• 1 Quick-Service meal
• 1 snack or nonalcoholic beverage
Included Per Guest
• 1 Resort-Refillable Mug per stay
NEW for 2027: Deluxe Table-Service Dining Plan
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The newest dining plan is designed for guests who enjoy multiple sit-down meals each day. They may also want more flexibility for signature dining experiences.
Included Per Night of Stay
• 2 Table-Service meals
• 1 Quick-Service meal
• 1 snack or nonalcoholic beverage
Included Per Guest
• 1 Resort-Refillable Mug per stay
Understanding Quick-Service and Table-Service Meals
Quick-Service Dining
Quick-Service restaurants allow guests to order at a counter and get back to enjoying the parks quickly.
Examples include Connections Eatery at EPCOT or Flame Tree Barbecue at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. These locations use one Quick-Service meal credit.
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Table-Service Dining
Table-Service restaurants offer seated dining with service at your table and are perfect for a relaxing break or special meal.
Indulge at locations like Tony’s Town Square Restaurant at Magic Kingdom or 50’s Prime Time Café at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. These locations typically use one Table-Service meal credit.
Disney Resort hotel guests can make reservations up to 60 days before check-in for the entire length of their stay.
Character Dining and Signature Restaurants
This is an amazing way to enjoy delicious and savory food while eating some of your Disney faves. Character dining and signature dining experiences offer unique experiences beyond traditional meals.
Enjoy visits from Disney characters or elevated menus created by award-winning chefs. Story Book Dining at Artist Point or Tiffins Restaurant are just a few great options available.
These experiences may require up to two Table-Service meal credits.
Guests planning to enjoy several character or signature dining experiences may find the new Deluxe Table-Service Dining Plan offers the greatest flexibility.
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