Dining

Grab a fork, spoon, and your best Disney friends, as you browse Disney Fanatic’s Dining articles that will leave you with Disney food and beverage cravings!

  • Apr- 2015 -
    30 April
    Gaston’s bronze statue holding barrels outside Gaston’s Tavern in Magic Kingdom, with his signature grin and tavern decor.

    5 Reasons You’re Going to Love Gaston’s Tavern at Magic Kingdom

    New Fantasyland isn’t so new anymore, but it’s still fun to explore. One of the main themes of New Fantasyland is based on the movie Beauty and the Beast. Beast’s castle was even part of the newly renovated land. In that same area the addition of Gaston’s Tavern was added. You’ll find plenty of charm and good food throughout. Here are some of our favorite things about Gaston’s Tavern in Magic King

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  • 27 April

    Disney Announces FREE Dining!

    Exciting news! Disney has just released FREE DINING to the general public! See details below. When you stay at a select Disney Moderate Resort, Disney Deluxe Resort or Disney Deluxe Villa Resort, you get the Disney Dining Plan with a variety of delicious dining options! When you stay at a select Disney Value Resort, you get the Quick-Service Dining Plan that allows you to grab yummy treats on the

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  • 20 April
    Iconic oversized red electric guitar at Rock 'n' Roller Coaster, with fans and palm trees setting the Hollywood Studios vibe.

    The Ultimate Hollywood Studios Checklist – The 12 Things You Must Do!

    Disney’s Hollywood Studios is in a state of flux. We know it is getting a new name. There is much speculation about what is going to come to replace all of the recent closures at the park (Studio Backlot Tour, American Idol Experience, the Captain Jack Sparrow/Pirates of Caribbean attraction). While some are mourning the recent loss of the hat and others are maligning the park because of its lack

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  • 17 April
    Step into the enchanting Crystal Palace Restaurant at Magic Kingdom, with white ironwork, glass ceilings, lush plants, and glowing globes.

    10 Things You’ll Love About Dining At The Crystal Palace Restaurant

    The Crystal Palace Restaurant is located just off of Main Street, USA, in Magic Kingdom. It’s the perfect place to start your day with a breakfast buffet or take a break from the busy hustle and bustle of the park with a lunch or dinner buffet. There are so many great things to love about the Crystal Palace. Here are our top 10 things we love about dining here. 10. Location Location is everything

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  • 13 April
    Step into this whimsical Disney dining room, with fantasy carousel horses, ornate chairs, and a grand organ overlooking the scene.

    8 Disney Resort Restaurants That Should Be On Your Bucket List

    Everyone loves to eat! Disney is fully aware of this and has created so many wonderful and unique dining experiences within their parks so that when you sit down in the midst of your crazy, fun-filled day, you can have a top-notch time while eating some great food. What about the dining at the resorts though? If you were like me when you started planning your vacation to Disney, you probably didn’

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  • 10 April
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    9 Things You’ll Love About Disney’s Be Our Guest Restaurant

    With the addition of the New Fantasyland at the Magic Kingdom, guests now have the opportunity to dine in the “Be Our Guest” Restaurant in the medieval castle from “Beauty and the Beast”. The restaurant is nestled underneath the mysterious castle, passing through an old gateway to a stone bridge and through wrought-iron gates with six beastly figures along the sides. With exquisite the

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  • 9 April
    Disney’s Tables in Wonderland card with whimsical Disney teapots and cups spotlights exclusive dining perks for park guests.

    Discover The Benefits Of Disney’s Tables in Wonderland – 5 Things You Need to Know!

    Let’s be honest: a vacation to Walt Disney World is not cheap. Between airfare or gas, park admission, your resort, souvenirs, and food, a vacation for a family of four can easily cost thousands of dollars. Disney does offer a variety of discounts to save you some money, but one of the best discount programs is Tables in Wonderland. This article will answer all of your questions about the program!

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  • 4 April
    Mickey Mouse and friends in country costumes dance with a cowboy band on a farm-themed stage, capturing Disney World’s lively shows.

    A Look At 3 Of Disney World’s Dinner Shows – Which One Is Right For You?

    Nestled inside two beloved Walt Disney World Resorts you’ll find three unique dinner shows—no, dinner EXTRAVAGANZAS—that combine dynamic entertainment with enjoyable, eat-until-your-hearts-content food. Appealing to guests of all ages, these one-of-a-kind stage performances are a great way to stamp a lasting memory on your magical Disney vacation. The fact that you get to scarf down plate after pl

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  • 3 April

    6 Meals You’ll Love In Magic Kingdom

    When visiting the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort, families often get caught up in the whirl of which attraction to visit first or which character to see, but deciding which restaurant to eat at is also part of the excitement. With so many options it can be easy to choose the one closest to you when everyone decides they’re hungry. However, there are a few meals you won’t want to miss ou

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  • 2 April
    Savor Disney Parks favorites—fries, nuggets, hot dog, burger, salad, sweets—on a tray for the ultimate dining adventure.

    Disney Dining On a Budget – 5 Ways to Save Money on Meals at Disney Parks

    Eating on a Disney vacation can be one of the highest line-item totals for a family's trip. And while no one is likely to tell you that dining at Disney is cheap, there are ways to cut the cost of dining significantly. Here are five sure-fire ways to keep your dining costs from breaking the bank! 5.Pack at least one meal a day If you think about the fact that an average adult meal will run between

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