Top Five Character Dining Experiences at Walt Disney World Resort
While there are many unique dining options available at the Walt Disney World Resort, the character dining experience is something that is unforgettable for all ages! Walt Disney World is home to twelve character dining opportunities throughout the property including within the theme parks as well as at the wonderfully themed resorts! With that being said, this list narrows those twelve experiences down to five as it states (in no particular order), the top five character dining experiences at Walt Disney World Resort!
Garden Grill Restaurant
Located in EPCOT, Garden Grill is a unique rotating restaurant available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner! Sitting above the iconic Living With The Land attraction, this Family Style restaurant features Mickey Mouse, Pluto, Chip, and Dale! As you are enjoying your favorite American foods, these classic characters will come to your table and interact with the whole family! This restaurant rotates above Living With The Land, so while you are eating your meal, you can also enjoy the beautiful overhead scenery of this attraction!
Topolinos Terrace - Flavors of the Riviera
Topolinos Terrace located at the Riviera Resort, offers breakfast and dinner, however, characters will only appear at breakfast for this specific restaurant. Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Daisy Duck, and Donald Duck appear during breakfast dressed in their artistic best! Delicious quiche, eggs, and of course Mickey waffles are served during this french breakfast! There are plenty of options for all ages including a menu for the little ones! This beautiful restaurant is not one that you want to miss, especially if you are staying at the gorgeous Riviera Resort!
Ohana
Travel to the Polynesian Village Resort located near the Magic Kingdom where you can find ‘Ohana! This wonderfully themed restaurant features Mickey Mouse, Pluto, Lilo, and experiment 626 himself.. Stitch! This restaurant offers both breakfast and dinner, but like Topolinos, the characters will only appear during breakfast! Serving mouth watering breakfast skillets as well as options for the little ones, this breakfast is one that will transport you to the islands of Hawaii! Choosing ‘Ohana for your breakfast is perfect if you are looking for a fun way to start your day at Magic Kingdom! There is access from the Polynesian to the Magic Kingdom by way of monorail or walkway right at the resort!
Chef Mickey’s
Just around the corner from the Polynesian Resort is the Contemporary Resort, home to the exciting Chef Mickey’s Restaurant! Here you will be filled with delicious American styled food for both breakfast and dinner, as Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Goofy, Pluto, and Donald Duck interact with you during your meal! The Fab 5 is dressed in their chef best as they have been preparing the most exquisite meal! This restaurant is right next to the Magic Kingdom, similar to the location of the Polynesian Village Resort, so it is just a quick walk or monorail ride away from the park!
Cinderella’s Royal Table
How could you do character dining without interacting with the beautiful princesses! Cinderella’s Royal Table is located in the Magic Kingdom! This unique location gives you the opportunity to go inside of the iconic Cinderella’s Castle and meet Cinderella herself! Ariel, Jasmine, Snow White, and Rapunzel also might make an appearance during your enchanting meal! Cinderella’s Royal Table provides breakfast, lunch, and dinner serving American styled foods and memories that will last a lifetime! For the little ones, going to Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique and having fairy godmothers in training dress your prince or princess in a beautiful gown or shining armor, is a great way to enhance your magical experience during your meal at Cinderella’s Royal Table!
Character dining truly is something Disney does best! So whether you are five or fifty-five years old, there is something that you will enjoy! These five experiences are just a few of the many magical meals throughout the Walt Disney World Resort! Make sure to take a look into how these opportunities can enhance your next vacation.
