Finding the perfect restaurant for your crew can make or break your Disney day.

Planning meals for a group of four at Disney World hits differently than dining solo or as a couple. You need enough space to actually sit together, dishes worth sharing, and ideally a vibe where everyone can relax without feeling cramped. And if you have picky eaters in your group, well, that takes this challenge to a whole new level. We’ve been testing restaurants across the parks to identify the best options that work for groups, so here’s what we’ve learned.

Garden Grill

Garden Grill is one of those spots that seems perfect on paper for groups, but here’s the thing: it actually works best for smaller parties. The tables in this rotating restaurant aren’t massive, which means if you roll up with more than four to six people, there’s a solid chance your group will get split up at separate tables.

For a party of four, though? It’s pretty much ideal. You’ll all fit comfortably at one table, you can share the family-style dishes that come around, and everyone gets to enjoy the slow rotation past the Living with the Land scenes.

The character interactions are a bonus, and since the food keeps coming, nobody has to worry about ordering wrong or leaving hungry. Just know that if your group grows beyond four, this might not be your best bet.

And when it comes to value, this is where Garden Grill really shines. At $49 per adult/$33 per child for breakfast, and $62 per adult/$43 per child at lunch and dinner, this is one of the most economical character meals on Disney property. Add in that it’s all you care to enjoy and that it offers comfort classics for each meal (Mickey Waffles, scrambled eggs, fresh fruit, and more for breakfast and roast turkey, mac and cheese, and mashed potatoes for lunch and dinner) means that this bottomless meal has something for everyone.

Let’s compare that with some other Character Meal buffets/all-you-care-to-eat options to show you how it measures up!

Restaurant	Location	Adult Price	Child Price (3–9)	Characters (typical lineup)
Akershus Royal Banquet Hall (Princess Storybook Dining)	EPCOT (Norway Pavilion)	$62 (breakfast) $69 (lunch/dinner)	$39 (breakfast) $46 (lunch/dinner)	Disney Princesses (rotating). “May include” Belle, Jasmine, Snow White, Aurora,  Mulan(varies by day).
Chef Mickey’s	Disney’s Contemporary Resort	$59 (breakfast) $69 (dinner)	$38 (breakfast) $44 (dinner)	Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Goofy, Pluto (chef attire)
‘Ohana (Best Friends Breakfast featuring Lilo & Stitch)	Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort	$53	$33	Lilo, Stitch, Mickey (Hawaiian outfit), Pluto
Tusker House Restaurant (Donald’s Safari Breakfast)	Disney’s Animal Kingdom	$52 (breakfast) $64 (lunch/dinner)	$35 (breakfast) $42 (lunch/dinner)	Daisy, Donald, Goofy, Mickey (safari outfits)
Topolino’s Terrace – Breakfast à la Art with Mickey & Friends	Disney’s Riviera Resort	$54	$35	Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy (artist-themed costumes)
1900 Park Fare	Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa	$58 (breakfast) $69 (dinner)	$37 (breakfast) $44 (dinner)	Aladdin, Cinderella, Mirabel, Princess Tiana
Cape May Cafe (Minnie’s Beach Bash Breakfast)	Disney’s Beach Club Resort	$49	$33	Minnie, Goofy, Donald, Daisy (beachy outfits)
Hollywood & Vine (Disney Junior Play n’ Dine)	Disney’s Hollywood Studios	$49 (breakfast) $64 (lunch/dinner)	$33 (breakfast) $44 (lunch/dinner)	Doc McStuffins, Fancy Nancy, Vampirina, Goofy
The Crystal Palace	Magic Kingdom	$54 (breakfast) $64 (lunch/dinner)	$35 (breakfast) $44 (lunch/dinner)	Winnie the Pooh, Tigger, Eeyore, Piglet

Notes: Prices are before tax and gratuity where applicable; menus, prices, and character lineups can change without notice.

Garden Grill is the “why didn’t we do this sooner?” pick for a party of four because it’s family-style (translation: no buffet stampede, no plate-juggling Olympics, no one getting abandoned at the table while someone hunts for Mickey waffles). The restaurant slowly rotates through Living with the Land, so you’re basically getting dinner and a ride, which is peak Disney efficiency. And the character time tends to feel calmer and more consistent, since the pace is built into the experience instead of depending on how chaotic the buffet line gets. Plus, it’s one of the easier character meals to actually talk, laugh, and eat like a functioning group… while Chip, Dale, Mickey, and Pluto pop by like they’re hosting your very wholesome, very snack-forward dinner party.

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Via Napoli

For a group of four, Via Napoli is basically the cheat code for an easy, satisfying, everyone-wins meal in EPCOT. You’re in the Italy Pavilion, which means you get instant vacation vibes, a lively dining room that feels like it’s permanently 7:43 p.m. in Rome, and that warm, bustling energy that makes a meal feel like an event instead of “we inhaled food and sprinted back to rides.”

The menu is famously approachable, which is exactly what you want when you’ve got four different appetites, four different spice tolerances, and at least one person who’s “not that hungry” until the pizza arrives. You’ve got straightforward pastas, salads, and the kind of wood-fired pizza that doesn’t require a translation guide or a culinary dissertation. It’s crowd-pleaser cuisine with just enough glow-up to feel special. Even the pickiest eater in your group usually finds something they’ll happily commit to, no dramatic negotiations required.

Pizza is basically designed for sharing, and Via Napoli takes that concept and runs with it. The pizzas here are huge. We’re talking authentic Neapolitan-style pies that are legitimately meant to feed multiple people.

Now let’s talk value, because sharing a pizza here is one of the best “bang for your buck” moves in EPCOT. The pizzas are big, satisfying, and built for splitting, which makes ordering for four feel simple: grab a couple pies, add a salad (or two, if you’re feeling like a responsible adult), and suddenly you’ve got a table full of food without each person ordering a separate entrée that costs as much as a small souvenir. Plus, splitting pizzas means everyone gets variety, and no one has to sit there jealous of someone else’s pepperoni situation.

A group of four can easily split one or two pizzas, depending on how hungry everyone is, and the quality is legitimately good. It’s not just theme park pizza that happens to be round. This is the real deal with a proper wood-fired oven and ingredients imported from Italy.

It’s also a great spot for groups because it naturally encourages the “order together, share together” rhythm. That’s the secret sauce for a smooth meal: fewer decisions, fewer awkward “are we doing separate checks?” moments, and more time actually hanging out. Via Napoli is loud in a fun way, forgiving if your group is chatty, and perfectly positioned for that post-meal stroll around World Showcase where you can argue (politely, of course) about which pavilion snack is next.

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Flame Tree Barbecue

Flame Tree Barbecue is the kind of place that makes a group of four feel like they’ve cracked the code to Animal Kingdom. You’re not stuck in a loud indoor cafeteria vibe, you’re tucked into this shady, breezy little oasis of winding paths and waterfront seating where it genuinely feels like you’ve escaped the crowds. It’s casual in the best way: show up hungry, find a table, and suddenly you’re having a “how is this quick service?!” moment while the park soundtrack fades into leafy calm.

And the menu? Deliciously un-complicated. This is barbecue that understands the assignment: big, hearty portions, familiar flavors, and options that make everyone happy without turning ordering into a 12-minute committee meeting. Ribs people can get ribs, chicken people can get chicken, pulled pork fans can live their best life, and everyone can pretend they’re “just going to share fries” and then immediately abandon that lie when the food hits the table.

For a group of four, Flame Tree really shines because it’s built for sharing. Barbecue is naturally communal food, and a platter situation lets you mix and match without anyone feeling locked into one choice. Order a couple entrées, grab an extra side or two, and suddenly you’ve got a spread that feels like a mini-feast without spending table service money.  Or keep it cheap and simple and just grab a platter or two and split it up among your group. It’s peak bang-for-your-buck: filling, flavorful, and hearty enough that you’re not hunting for a second lunch thirty minutes later.

And if you’ll allow me a shameless plug for my all-time favorite Disney treat – The Key Lime Pie Pop. This isn’t just dessert, it’s a tiny, blissful victory on a stick. It is an ENTIRE slice of Key lime pie (crust and all!) dipped in dark chocolate! Tart, creamy key lime goodness with that sweet coating and the little hit of crunchy magic, like someone took Florida and turned it into a handheld mic drop. If your group does nothing else at Flame Tree, do this: get the barbecue, eat like you mean it, then split the Key Lime Pie Pop… or don’t split it, because friendship is important, but so is having nice things.

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Biergarten

Biergarten is basically the ultimate “we want a real sit-down meal, but we also want to have fun” pick for a group of four. The setting alone does half the work: you walk in and suddenly you’re in a cozy German village at twilight, complete with that indoor-outdoor vibe and communal tables that make it feel like you’ve been invited to a party, not just seated for dinner. It’s loud in a joyful way, the kind of place where laughing isn’t “disruptive,” it’s practically part of the soundtrack.

Now, yes, some menu labels will look like your high school German teacher dared you to pronounce them out loud. But here’s the secret: the food is peak comfort, even when the words are a little spicy. Think hearty, warm, and “I needed this after walking 12 miles in the Florida sun” energy. And because it’s a buffet, it hits that perfect sweet spot for groups: the cautious eater can stick to familiar favorites, and the adventurous one can go full “I will try everything once,” with zero pressure and no one stuck with an entrée they regret.

That’s the real magic for four people: variety without drama. Biergarten is the perfect balance of classics and just-enough adventure, so everyone gets a win. You can build a plate that’s safe and cozy, or you can treat the buffet like a personal tasting tour through Germany. And if your group has that one person who insists they’re “not hungry,” don’t worry, the buffet will handle them. It always does.

Then there’s the beer. This is not a “sip and suffer” situation. You can order German beer by the pint, lean into the theme, and suddenly your meal feels like a celebration. Pair that with the live entertainment, and the whole experience turns into a mini Oktoberfest moment right in EPCOT. It’s rousing, it’s ridiculous in the best way, and it gives your table something to cheer for between bites. Biergarten isn’t just dinner, it’s dinner with a built-in energy upgrade, which is exactly what a group of four deserves.

You’re basically guaranteed to sit together at one table, and the German-inspired dishes offer something different from the standard theme park fare you’ll find everywhere else.

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Jaleo

Jaleo is basically the official headquarters of “we came to eat well and we brought opinions.” For a group of four, it’s the sweet spot between elevated and effortless, with a lively, colorful setting that feels like you’re doing something special without needing to whisper or sit up straight the whole time. This is a Disney Springs meal that says, “Yes, we’re adults,” while still letting you have a little fun with it.

The real genius is the menu: small plates designed to be shared. Translation: nobody has to commit to one entrée like it’s a legally binding contract. Your group can order a mix of classics and slightly more adventurous picks, pass things around, and build your own tapas tour based on whatever mood you’re in. It’s perfect for hanging with friends because sharing is part of the plan, not an awkward “can I try a bite?” afterthought. It’s also fantastic for a double date because the table stays busy, the conversation stays flowing, and the food gives you an endless supply of “okay but THIS one is my favorite” talking points.

Flavor-wise, Jaleo nails that balance of comforting and curious. There are plenty of “yes, I recognize this and I will happily eat it” options, plus enough bold, bright, smoky, garlicky goodness to keep the adventurous eater from getting bored. It feels a little fancy, but it doesn’t feel fussy. No one’s leaving hungry, and no one’s leaving thinking, “We paid how much for a decorative smear of sauce?” This is real food with real payoff.

And if your group wants to level it up, the drinks are ready for their close-up. Spanish wine is an easy win with tapas, and the cocktails are exactly what you want when the adults are treating themselves: fun, well-made, and ideal for toasting to your excellent decision-making. Best of all, splitting plates can be surprisingly friendly on the budget. You get that elevated-night-out feeling without torching your wallet… which means you’ll still have money for dessert. Or shopping. Or both, because we contain multitudes.

REVIEW: We Stuffed Ourselves With Carbs and Cheese (But NOT Tiny Cokes!) at Jaleo in Disney World!

Whether you’re doing table service or quick service, these spots have proven themselves as reliable options for groups of four looking to actually enjoy a meal together at Disney World!

We’ve eaten at every restaurant in Disney World, and we know what we’re talking about when it comes to food. So, keep checking back with DFB for more Disney World dining tips!

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