Walt Disney World Resort Dining Plans
If you’re planning a trip to Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, Disney dining plans are the most budget-friendly and seamless way to enjoy exceptional food and drink during your holiday. Exclusive to guests staying at a Disney Resorts Collection hotel, the dining plans are a flexible and convenient way to enhance your holiday experience. Here’s everything you need to know.
What are the dining plan options at Walt Disney World Resort?
There are two dining plan options available for Disney Resort hotel guests, and which one you choose depends on what suits your party.
- Disney Quick-Service Dining Plan
- Disney Dining Plan
These dining plans are unique in their own ways, and each has its own benefits, so let’s dive into how each one works!
Disney Quick Service Dining Plan
If you’re looking to grab food that can be eaten at your own pace before you dash off to the next attraction, the Disney Quick-Service Dining Plan was made for you. No reservations are required when dining at any of the quick-service restaurants at the Walt Disney World Resort, as you place your order, pick up your food, and wander over to available seating to enjoy.
What’s included in the Disney Quick-Service Dining Plan?
With the Disney Quick-Service Dining Plan, everyone in your party aged 3 and over gets:
Dining Plan | Meal Entitlements per person | What’s included? | Example |
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Disney Quick-Service Dining Plan | 2 x Quick-Service Meals (per night) | 1 x main course |
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1 x drink (includes alcoholic drinks for guests 21+ with valid ID) |
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1 x Snack (per night) | Selected snacks and drinks, |
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1 x Resort-Refillable Drinks Mug (per stay) | Non-alcoholic drink refills at any Disney Resort hotel |
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Where can you use the Disney Quick-Service Dining Plan?
The Disney Quick-Service Dining Plan can be used at 90+ dining locations throughout the Disney Theme Parks, Disney Water Parks, Disney Resort hotels, Disney Springs, and Disney’s Boardwalk, for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. For 2025, these include^:
- Satu’li Canteen (Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park) - choose your protein, base and sauce to make a delicious and fresh dish at this Na’vi inspired restaurant in Pandora - The World of Avatar
- Gaston’s Tavern (Magic Kingdom Park) - use your snack entitlement for a warm cinnamon roll of a refreshing ‘LeFou’s Brew’
- Chicken Guy! (Disney Springs) - chicken tenders and sandwiches served with fries and an array of sauces curated by celebrity chef Guy Fieri
- Connections Eatery (EPCOT) - a wide array of fresh and casual meals from international cuisines including French, Italian, and Chinese
- Pizza Window (Disney’s Boardwalk) - pizza by the slice to enjoy as you wonder along the boardwalk
Take a look at the full list of 2025 Disney dining plan locations to plan all your meals and snacks
Disney Dining Plan
Moving on to the Disney Dining Plan, this option is the ultimate top-tier way to immerse yourself in spectacular food and filling meals. Grab a quick-service bite when you’re on the move and enjoy a leisurely table-service meal when you’re ready to unwind. You can even experience Character Dining too!
What’s included in the Disney Dining Plan?
For the Disney Dining Plan, everyone in your party aged 3 and over gets:
Dining Plan | Meal Entitlements per person | What’s included? | Example |
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Disney Dining Plan | 1 x Quick-Service Meals (per night) | 1 x main course |
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1 x drink (includes alcoholic drinks for guests 21+ with valid ID) |
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1 x Table-Service or Buffet Meal (per night) |
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1 x drink (includes alcoholic drinks for guests 21+ with valid ID) |
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1 x Snack (per night) | Selected snacks and drinks, marked with the purple “DDP” symbol on menus |
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1 x Resort-Refillable Drinks Mug (per stay) | Non-alcoholic drink refills at any Disney Resort hotel |
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Where can you use the Disney Dining Plan?
The Disney Dining Plan can be used at 170+ dining locations throughout the Disney Theme Parks, Disney Water Parks, Disney Resort hotels, Disney Springs, and Disney’s Boardwalk, for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. For 2025, this includes all the restaurants and snack kiosks included in the Disney Quick Service Dining Plan, plus table-service restaurants such as^:
- Boma - Flavors of Africa (Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge) - an all-you-can-eat buffet serving up vibrant dishes from over 50 African countries
- Liberty Tree Tavern (Magic Kingdom Park) - a family-style traditional Thanksgiving meal, including roast turkey, mashed potatoes and gravy
- Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant (Disney Springs) - enjoy traditional Irish food accompanied by live music and Irish dancing
- Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater Restaurant (Disney’s Hollywood Studios) - hop into a convertible for ‘dinner and a movie’ at the drive-in
- Teppan Edo (EPCOT) - watch as your dinner is prepared right in front of you by a Teppan chef from Japan
Take a look at the full list of 2025 Disney dining plan locations to plan all your meals and snacks
DON’T FORGET! If you have the Disney Dining Plan, it’s highly recommended that you make a reservation for the table-service restaurants you want to experience. As you’ll be staying at a Disney Resort hotel, you can begin making your dining reservations up to 60 days before check-in (for up to 10 days at once)! To make a reservation, you need to create a new account or log into an existing one on My Disney Experience. For further information, read our guide on How to Make Dining Reservations for Walt Disney World Resort in Florida.
Special Table-Service Experiences included in the Disney Dining Plan
Character Dining
This is one of our favourite ways to meet Characters throughout the Disney Theme Parks and Disney Resort hotels, from Mickey Mouse and his pals to the Disney Princesses. Many Character Dining meals use just one table-service meal entitlement per person, such as Tusker House Restaurant, Garden Grill Restaurant, and The Crystal Palace. However, some Character Dining uses two table-service meal entitlements per person, such as Cinderella’s Royal Table.
Fine/Signature Dining
If you’re visiting for a special occasion, you could use two table-service per person to dine at one of the Resort’s signature restaurants, such as the Yachtsman Steakhouse, Tiffins Restaurant, or Citricos.
Signature restaurants have a dress code of ‘Resort Casual’. This means no tank tops, swimsuits or cover-ups, hats, cut-offs, torn clothing, or clothing with offensive language or graphics.
Dinner Shows
Another great way to make your holiday dining a bit more special is with a dinner show, such as the Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue. For two table-service meal entitlements per person, you can watch live entertainment while eating delicious food brought right to your table.
Dining Packages
Want guaranteed seating for Fantasmic! or one of the EPCOT Festival concerts? You can use your Disney Dining Plan to book a dining package including a table-service meal or buffet and VIP seating in a reserved viewing area. The number of table-service meal entitlements used for your dining package will depend on the restaurant you choose.
How do I use my dining plan at Walt Disney World Resort?
Using your dining plan during your Disney holiday couldn't be easier! Once you’ve linked your hotel and ticket package to My Disney Experience, the details of your plan will appear in your account, so you’ll know exactly how many meal entitlements you have during your stay. To redeem your dining plan, simply:
- Scan your Disney band or hotel key card when asked for a form of payment
- Specify the number of meals or snacks you would like to redeem (you could use your dining plan for some and pay out of pocket for others if you wish)
- Check your receipt or the My Disney Experience app to keep track of the number of meals and snacks remaining on your plan
EXPERT TIP! Don’t forget that for most table-service and buffet meals you’ll need cash to tip your server, as this is not included in the dining plan entitlements (except for select dinner shows and speciality meals)
The number of meals and snacks you’ll get on your dining plan will depend on the length of your holiday, as it is based on the number of nights of your stay. However, your entitlements are valid for your entire holiday up until midnight on your checkout date, so you can eat light one day then roll them over to splurge at a signature restaurant or speciality Character dining experience the next!
Special dietary requirements
Even if you have special dietary requirements, the Walt Disney World dining plans are still the best way to eat and drink your way around the theme parks and beyond! Whether you’re vegan/vegetarian or have an intolerance to anything from gluten to nuts, the incredible Disney chefs will ensure there is something for you to enjoy.
If you’re dining at a table service or buffet restaurant, make sure to include your specific requirements in your booking. At any restaurant, we’d also recommend speaking to a chef or manager when you first arrive.
The benefits of a Walt Disney World dining plan
Spread the cost
Secure your package with a deposit then pay for your holiday (including all your meals!) in instalments up to 6 weeks before check-in
Advanced reservations
As a Disney Resort hotel guest, you can make your dining reservations up to 60 days before your check-in date to secure a booking at all your must-do restaurants
Try something new
With your food already paid for, you don’t have to worry about budgets, so you can try new restaurants or pricier items on the menu without checking the cost
Options and variety
With more than 170 locations to choose from, including buffets, Character dining, and signature restaurants, there’s something for everyone
Cashless Payment
Your Dining Plan will be linked to your My Disney Experience account and available in the app for cashless payment (gratuities excluded).
The benefits of staying at a Disney Resort hotel
In addition to the great benefits that come with having a dining plan, you can also take advantage of all the benefits of staying onsite at a Disney Resort hotel
Early Theme Park Entry
Enter the four Walt Disney World Theme Parks up to 30 minutes earlier than other guests to get a head start on select attractions and experiences*
Complimentary Transport
Get to and from the parks with ease with complimentary bus, boat, monorail and skyliner services ready to take you around the resort
Stay Close to the Magic
Whichever hotel you decide to stay at, you’ll never be far from the Disney Theme Parks, Water Parks, and Disney Springs
Extended Evening Hours
Guests staying at Disney Deluxe Resort hotel or Disney Deluxe Villa can enjoy extended evening hours in select theme parks on select nights*
Frequently Asked Questions
General Information
^Dining plan locations are confirmed for 2025 holidays. The locations included in the 2026 dining plans are yet to be confirmed and could be subject to change
*Valid theme park admission also required
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