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1.  Cooler Weather Yes, Disney World is in Florida, and we all know that Florida rarely participates in winter. However, January is your best bet for a Disney visit sans sweat. In fact, last January our family visited on a day that actually required winter coats and stroller blankets. (Granted we are Floridians; others would probably have only needed a ...

We all know that Disney is full of extra magic during the holiday season. The parties, parades, concerts, and decorations are all amazing and should definitely be experienced at some point. But here are 8 reasons you may want to consider visiting Disney World after the holidays too…

7. Boatwright’s Dining Hall Our favorite of the moderate-resort restaurants is located at Port Orleans Riverside.  Dine here once and you’ll understand why – guests get a skillet of cornbread upon being seated and then have to choose amongst a bevy of classic Southern-inspired dishes.  Looking at the menu poses a true challenge to seasoned diners with both land and ...

6. Las Ventanas The other table service restaurant at Coronado Springs, Las Ventanas offers guests meals all day long! The dinner menu is slightly more upscale than nearby Maya Grill, so be sure to compare the menus before deciding which restaurant to dine at! Lunch offers a variety of sandwiches and breakfast affords guest the option to try unique twists ...

5. Maya Grill Located at Coronado Springs, this restaurant offers similar fare as Shutters at Old Port Royale, but with a Mexican-inspired taste to the menu offerings. Guest also have the option to sample some of the menu items platter-style if they just can’t decide what to get or if they want some more food on their plates! The appetizer ...

4. Shutters at Old Port Royale This restaurant is located at the Caribbean Beach Resort. Guests dining here have Caribbean-infused options spanning steak, chicken, and seafood! There is also a variety of appetizers and salads for those not wanting a full meal. And, for those looking for a complete meal, there are some GREAT options for dessert! Photo Credit: Disney.

3. Sassagoula Floatworks Factory This is the only quick-service restaurant to make the list and it is located at Port Orleans French Quarter. We love this restaurant for the authentic (and delicious) beignets! Be sure to wear white or grab plenty of napkins because you’re sure to be covered in powdered sugar by the end of your meal! This restaurant ...

2. Trail’s End This gem is located at the Fort Wilderness Campgrounds. Meals are served buffet-style and guests can eat here any meal of the day. We love the value that this restaurant offers because it is a buffet, but since no characters make an appearance, costs are much more affordable! The restaurant offers homestyle options at the buffet, so ...

1. Olivia’s Café Located at the Old Key West Resort, Olivia’s Café serves up meals morning, noon, and night. Following the theme of the resort, guests are treated to familiar dishes with a unique flair. Guests face many hard decisions when looking at the menu once they decide which meal to eat there! We love going for dinner and having ...

When thinking about resort restaurants, guests will often think of places like Ohana, California Grill, or Artist Point for a great place to grab a meal outside of the parks.  All of these places are great, but they are located at deluxe resorts.  Disney has a whole menu of fabulous restaurants at moderate resorts that are kind to the wallet, ...