food IS a theme park
I go to Disney World all the time for my job, and that means I’ve eaten a LOT of theme park food. Like, WAY more than the average person.
Regal Eagle food
In fact, I’m currently on a mission to eat at all the quick service restaurants in Disney World, and I’ve checked off a large portion of the list so far. But even though I’ve tried dozens of spots, there are some places that I definitely avoid after that initial visit. Why? Well, it’s not the food!
People love to argue that EPCOT is THE Disney World park for foodies, and with dozens of restaurants, they may be right!
EPCOT
When you step into the Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow, you have your choice of cuisine from countries around the world, in snack, quick service, or sit-down restaurant form — you could try an entire smorgasbord of international eats. But should you choose an AMERICAN restaurant instead? Let’s find out — I’m taking you along on my latest dining review!
Hi, I’m Lydia. I eat a LOT of Disney World food. Like, more Disney food in a couple months than most people will eat in a lifetime. Why? Because I’m a DFB reporter!
Cinderella Castle
It’s part of my job to try new Disney World snacks and do full-scale reviews of Disney World restaurants. But besides all of that, I’m also in the parks several days a week, and a girl’s gotta eat lunch! To add variety and to expand my Disney food palette, I set a challenge for myself — to eat at every quick service restaurant in Disney World.
If you’re looking for super tasty eats that won’t wreck your budget, Disney World’s quick service restaurants have your back. There are tons of these fast food-style eateries throughout the four parks, and a few of them are — in my opinion — even better than their more expensive table service counterparts.
Grilled Beef & Chicken Bowl at Satu’li Canteen
Even though I LOVE the fast food of Disney World, I have to WARN you about the one problem with eating at the cheapest places in Disney World. Here’s a hint: the problem actually has nothing to do with the food. [Read more…]
Planning a trip to Magic Kingdom soon?
We told you this is a MAGICAL place!
As you know, what you eat while at Disney World is going to be a HUGE part of the experience, and we get that navigating all the options when it comes to restaurants can be overwhelming. Do you get that churro and Mickey pretzel to eat on the go and hit up Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, or skip some rides for a character meal at Crystal Palace? We’re here to help you ditch the stress and find some spots that will truly make your taste buds happy, without breaking the bank.
There’s something BIG coming soon to Magic Kingdom!
Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn & Cafe
Tiana’s Bayou Adventure is opening summer 2024, replacing the former Splash Mountain. With such a major new ride in the park, we’re left wondering what else might change over in Frontierland to adapt to Tiana’s arrival. One thing that has been speculated for months is that Disney will turn the nearby Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn & Cafe into a Tiana’s Palace restaurant…but should they REALLY do that?Â
We’re in Magic Kingdom a LOT you guys. Like pretty much every single day.
Magic Kingdom
And when you spend that much time in one park, you encounter a variety of scenarios. We’ve seen everything from children throwing tantrums to rides breaking down to our fair share of Main Street, U.S.A. proposals. But every time we go to Magic Kingdom, there are a few unfortunate things that happen!
When you’re super hungry, in a hurry, and can’t be bothered to go through the whole endeavor that is Disney World table-service dining, quick service is the way to go!Â
Capt. Cook’s
Throughout the hotels and theme parks, Disney World has over 100 quick service locations where you can grab your food and GO, and at some locations, you can even order it ahead of time so that it’s ready as soon as you get there. While these locations are meant to be quick and convenient options, there are some things that YOU as a visitor might be doing that make it much less convenient for others.Â
We’re dropping by to give you a food review on our most recent trip to Disney’s Hollywood Studios. (Tower of Terror fans, did you see what we did there?)
Hollywood Studios
When riding those thrill rides all morning, you’re likely to work up a big appetite. There are plenty of quick-service restaurants to choose from at Hollywood Studios. Today, we’re back at one that fills our stomachs and leaves us happy. Let’s take a look to see if this restaurant is right for you on your next Disney trip.
There are literally hundreds of restaurants inside Disney World, ranging from snack stands to luxurious, Michelin-starred restaurants. How do you know where you can go to avoid breaking the bank on your next trip?
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We’ve analyzed the menu of EVERY quick service restaurant in the Disney World theme parks to figure out which ones are the CHEAPEST in each park. If you’re planning a budget-friendly vacation, this is the guide for you! [Read more…]
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