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A Disney World enthusiast who has dined at 75 of the theme park’s restaurants has revealed which ones are worth the money.
Trish Daabwhich shares his theme park tips and tricks, gave Disney lovers an idea of what to expect when hunger strikes.
With more than 200 restaurants in the park, the mom detailed the five places you should spend your money while in adventure land, noting that they were the “perfect mix of immersive theming, delicious food and Disney magic.”
“I have dined at 75 of the property’s restaurants,” he wrote in a first-person article for Well-informed person.
“So I know which expensive foods are really worth splurging on.”
Trish Daab is a Disney adult who loves sharing her favorite parts about the fun-filled destination online with her more than 9,000 followers.
Storybook Dinner
For diners who want the magical experience of dining with a Disney princess, Trish recommends looking no further than Story Book Dining.
“Diners can meet Snow White, Grumpy, Dopey and the Evil Queen in a beautiful setting with twinkling leaves on the ceiling and apple red napkins on the tables,” she gushed.
The theme park lover shared that she was able to have several interactions with the characters and even dance with them.
“I had a great time dancing with Dopey,” he added. ‘Even if the Evil Queen didn’t approve.’
Adults pay $65 for a three-course meal and a children’s three-course meal is $40.
Diners can start with shared appetizers like wild mushroom soup, hunter’s pie, and wicked shrimp cocktail.
They can then move on to heartier mains such as ‘Cottage’ Beef Stroganoff, Royal Prime Rib Roast and Bashful’s Sustainable Fish.
To finish, they can choose from desserts including the fairytale gooseberry pie, the ‘poison’ apple and the huntsman’s gift for the queen.
The first place on her list is called Story Book Dining, which she said had the best ‘princess character food’.
Adults pay $65 for a three-course meal and a children’s three-course meal is $40.
Space 220
For those who want to put the stellar in interstellar, Trish recommends Space 220.
The out-of-this-world restaurant located in Epcot is perfect for budding astronauts; with large screens showing realistic celestial scenarios, among other things related to space.
“I like to see Mickeys, astronauts and even hidden space dogs floating around,” the mother wrote.
Diners can orbit in space while enjoying space-themed meals, such as Blue Moon Cauliflower and Space Pad Thai.
Adults pay $55 for a two-course lunch, while children pay $30. A three-course dinner for adults costs $80, while children pay $35.
Their second most Disney World-worthy restaurant is Space 220, perfect for aspiring astronauts.
Adults pay $55 for a two-course lunch, while children pay $30. A three-course dinner for adults costs $80, while children pay $35.
Science fiction restaurant-theater for dinner
For diners hoping to combine old school with extraterrestrial, Sci-Fi Dine-In at Hollywood Studios is the ideal choice.
Here, diners can enjoy their meals at booths shaped like vintage cars and watch a movie on the giant screen.
While Trish admits that there are “a lot of places you can get a burger in Disney World for less,” it’s the only place where you can devour your food by watching clips from classic sci-fi movies.
The drive-in themed restaurant offers a “retro ’50s-themed menu,” featuring burgers, fries, shakes and onion rings.
Appetizers start at $11, burgers at $25 and desserts at $8.
Diners can enjoy their meals at booths shaped like vintage cars and watch a movie on the giant screen.
The drive-in themed restaurant offers a “retro ’50s-themed menu,” featuring burgers, fries, shakes and onion rings.
citrus
Just because you’re at Disneyworld doesn’t mean you can’t have a fine dining experience.
For an elevated meal, the Disney lover suggests you try her fourth option: Citrus.
The restaurant is inspired by Mary Poppins Returns, with parasol-shaped chandeliers and birds in the lamps.
The restaurant offers truffle macaroni and cheese, pork belly, and macchiato dessert.
Appetizers start at $17, while entrees are $36 and desserts are around $12.
“In addition to fun cocktails and an award-winning wine list, there are multiple non-alcoholic beverages,” Trish added.
Trish’s personal favorite is the Purple Penguin mocktail ($7.50), which features pineapple, mango and guava, lemon, lavender, grenadine and seltzer.
“The restaurant also has a walk-up lounge if you can’t get a reservation,” the mother suggested.
If you want a more elegant dining experience, the Disney lover suggests you try her fourth option, Citrus
This elegant restaurant offers many delicious foods, including pork belly and caviar.
Fury
Finally, he offered something more adventurous to food lovers: dining with giraffes.
Trish revealed that the eating place is full of animal-themed decorations, although she said that in this case it’s what’s on the outside that counts.
Lastly, Trish had something more adventurous for foodies: dining with giraffes.
‘Sanaa at Kidani Village is home to one of my favorite dishes at Disney World: butter chicken ($32). The delicious combination of spicy, bold-flavored chicken with hot naan has kept me coming back five times,” she said.
Mom also recommends the famous bread service ($22).
Trish revealed that the eating place is full of animal-themed decorations, although she said that in this case it’s what’s on the outside that counts.
He recommended sitting by the window so you can watch giraffes, ostriches and other animals strutting around while you enjoy your meal.