Planning a Disney World vacation can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to finding the perfect dining options that cater to both adventurous eaters and picky kids. As a Disney vacation expert and mom to PICKY twin 8 year old boys, here are my tried-and-true sit-down restaurants in each Disney World park that satisfy both my cravings and my picky eaters' needs.
May I present to you, my top Disney World dining picks for picky eaters (in the parks).
Magic Kingdom: The Plaza Restaurant 🏰
Magic Doors Await!
Step into the charming atmosphere of The Plaza Restaurant, where magic doors welcome you to a delightful dining experience. Whether you're craving a hearty sandwich or a simple grilled cheese sandwich or PBJ for the kids, The Plaza has something for everyone. Do yourself a favor and try the pot roast stack!
Animal Kingdom: Tusker House Restaurant 🌍
Breakfast with Characters!
Start your day with a wild adventure at Tusker House, where you can enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet featuring African-inspired flavors and classic favorites including Simba waffles! The best part? You get to meet beloved Disney characters, making it a perfect spot for a magical morning.
Hollywood Studios: Mama Melrose’s 🍝
Italian Delight!
Indulge in the cozy, rustic ambiance of Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano. With its mouth-watering pasta dishes and kid-friendly options like chicken tenders and spaghetti, everyone in the family will leave satisfied. The chicken parm is a must try - upgrade your reservation for special reserved seating for Fantasmic! for an extra treat!
Epcot: Via Napoli Ristorante e Pizzeria 🍕
Best Pizza Ever!
As a New Yorker, I'm very picky about my pizza, and Via Napoli does not disappoint. This pizzeria is rumored to import water from Italy for their dough, resulting in the most authentic and delicious pizza. Your picky eaters will love the simple margherita pizza, while you can enjoy more adventurous toppings. Have a big party? Get ready for a 1/2 meter (or mezzo metro) pie of your choosing!
How to get those sought after reservations?
It helps to plan ahead! Dining reservations can be booked up to 60 days in advance, and those popular restaurants fill up FAST! Staying on property gets you a leg up by being able to reserve ALL your dining desires (up to 10 days) at that 60 day mark. Want even more of a head start? Use ME as your travel agent! Instead of you waking up at 6AM EST on your reservation day, that is my job. I do my best to get you all of the amazing dining opportunities you'd like while you dream of pixie dust and mickey pretzels.
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