Walt Disney World Resort Character Dining
One thing that truly sets Disney apart is the opportunity for character interaction throughout their theme parks and hotels. A great way to get in some quality time (and a perfect photo) with your favorite characters is through a character dining experience!
When it comes to character dining, Walt Disney World Resort goes above and beyond. Reservations are strongly encouraged for these restaurants and are available at several different hotels and at all four major theme parks. Character dining is available across a wide range of meal times, cuisines, and dining styles. Along with a rotating array of characters to share your meal with, there is truly a character dining option for every Walt Disney World guest to enjoy!
Resort Character Dining
Restaurant: 1900 Park Fare
Location: Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
Meal: Breakfast, Dinner
Dining Style: Buffet
Characters: Aladdin, Cinderella, Mirabel, Tiana
*characters subject to change
Restaurant: Cape May Cafe
Location: Disney’s Beach Club Resort
Meal: Breakfast
Dining Style: Buffet
Characters: Minnie Mouse and Friends
Restaurant: Chef Mickey’s
Location: Disney’s Contemporary Resort
Meal: Breakfast, Dinner
Dining Style: Buffet
Characters: Mickey Mouse and Friends
Restaurant: ‘Ohana
Location: Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
Meal: Breakfast
Dining Style: Family Style
Characters: Lilo and Stitch
“‘Ohana is a must do for us every trip! The view is gorgeous, and the family style breakfast is great because you can usually find something for everyone. We usually have great service and always feel like ‘Ohana!”
Restaurant: StoryBook Dining at Artist Point
Location: Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
Meal: Dinner
Dining Style: Table Service
Characters: Snow White, Grumpy, and Dopey
Restaurant: Topolino’s Terrace
Location: Disney’s Riviera Resort
Meal: Breakfast
Dining Style: Table Service
Characters: Mickey Mouse and Friends
“We love Topolino’s, you get to hang out with characters dressed up in fun, artsy outfits you won’t see anywhere else (like Mickey the painter)! It’s on the top floor of the Riviera Resort, so the views are amazing-and inside it feels elegant and European, but still relaxing and fun!”
Theme Park Character Dining
Restaurant: Akershus Royal Banquet Hall
Location: EPCOT
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Dining Style: Family Style
Characters: Rotating Disney Princesses
Restaurant: Cinderella’s Royal Table
Location: Magic Kingdom Park
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Dining Style: Table Service
Characters: Cinderella and other Disney Princesses
*young guests are encouraged to dress up for their royal dining experience
Restaurant: The Crystal Palace
Location: Magic Kingdom Park
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Dining Style: Buffet
Characters: Winnie the Pooh and Friends
Restaurant: Garden Grill Restaurant
Location: EPCOT
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Dining Style: Family Style
Characters: Mickey Mouse and Friends
“Our kids LOVE Garden Grill. It’s not a flashy dining experience, but has good comfort food that basically anybody, including picky kids will enjoy. Our kids also love the classic characters that are there, including Chip and Dale and how they have fun with guests! ”
Restaurant: Hollywood & Vine
Location: Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Dining Style: Buffet
Characters: Disney Jr Stars (breakfast), Minnie Mouse and Friends (lunch)
Restaurant: Tusker House Restaurant
Location: Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Dining Style: Buffet
Characters: Donald Duck and Friends
No matter how many times you have visited Walt Disney World, or how old you are, a character dining experience is always a magical addition to any Disney vacation!
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