The DFB team eats at Disney World restaurants every day, and now we’re ready to rank our top 20 favorites for you!

We talk about Disney World restaurants a lot — it is kinda our thing here. But the question still stands… Which Disney World restaurant is our absolute favorite? We have wrangled up 20 restaurants that we believe are Disney World’s best offerings, and we’re going to rank them from good to better, to best, to help you on your next Disney World trip. 

Before we jump in, we know that every Disney World restaurant is a favorite for someone. Everyone has different preferences and tastes. But the reason we chose this particular lineup of restaurants isn’t just based on personal preference, but also how well we believe each restaurant does catering to different types of guests – from the dedicated Disney fans to the first timers. If your favorite restaurant didn’t make the list, let us know in the comments!

20. Hoop Dee Doo Musical Revue

Hoop Dee Doo is located at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and is one of the most fun ways to spend an evening in Disney World. This is the only dinner theater show inside Disney, and it’s one that’s been around since 1974. Hoop Dee Doo has seen its fair share of changes over the years, but it’s still a good old-fashioned hoedown with singing, dancing, comedy, and all you care to enjoy southern comfort food.

You’ll find fried chicken, mashed potatoes, mac and cheese, and if you are over 21, you’ll even receive an ENDLESS selection of sangrias, beers, and wines, too. While the food here is good, it’s not “knock your socks off” good. It’s definitely meant to be a crowd pleaser, but the $70-$78 price tag per person is definitely more about the quantity of the food and the quality of the show. 

While every table will give you a decent view of the show, the higher-priced category 1 (which puts you front and center of things) will definitely give you a better view than the slightly cheaper category 3 (which will give you tables with turnstools where you must swivel to view the show). 

It’s also important to note that, if you’re not staying as a guest at Fort Wilderness already, then the resort can be difficult to get to. You can take a bus from any of the theme parks, drive your car (but you will still have to take a bus to get to the restaurant), or take the boat from Magic Kingdom. Plan your transportation to the resort accordingly and make sure you give yourself plenty of time to arrive before the show. Disney recommends showing up at least 30 minutes before, though it’s not a bad idea to try to get there even sooner than that. 

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19. Satuli Canteen

Satuli Canteen, inside Pandora in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, is a quick service that we find ourselves coming back to time and again if we’re looking to fill up on hearty, easy-to-share bowls that give us the option to choose our own base, protein, and sauce. We love that the options here definitely go beyond your traditional theme park eats.

While some of the flavors may be too complex for pickier eaters, adults and kiddos alike can also order items like the cheeseburger pods, as well as “Teylu” All-Beef Hot Dog (very similar to pigs in a blanket), which you can order off the kids’ menu. Satuli also serves a unique spread of breakfast options. 

Despite this being a quick service option, Satuli is definitely a pricer quick service than most of the others you’ll find around the parks. And during peak meal times, you might find that Satuli gets pretty packed out. Consider placing your Mobile Order for Satuli at the start of your day. That way, you can choose your preferred pick-up window instead of trying to order at the last second, only to find out that you’ll still have to wait 30+ minutes before your meal is ready. 

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18. The Polite Pig

The Polite Pig at Disney Springs features Modern Barbecue in a variety of wood-fired smoked and grilled items – with ALL boozy drinks served on tap. This is a great choice for all the meat-eaters out there. There are lots of options to choose from – like BBQ meatballs, cedar plank salmon, the butcher board for two, and MORE. 

Granted, all my plant-based eaters will be more strapped to find an entree they can eat here, but we wouldn’t discount making those à la carte market sides into a meal as is. Because you can build up a nice little veggie-based meal with them — including options such as the BBQ cauliflower, grilled street corn, and crispy brussels sprouts. This restaurant is a favorite, so it does get crowded here, and it’s not the cheapest quick service option. However, The Polite Pig rarely ever lets us down when it comes to quality, quick-service eats.

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17. Morimoto Asia

Morimoto Asia is the only signature-style Disney Springs restaurant. Morimoto Asia is a Michelin-recognized restaurant and is also Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto’s first Pan-Asian restaurant that focuses on Chinese, Japanese, and Korean cuisines. The great thing about this signature location is that, while SEVERAL dishes are rather pricey here, there are more affordable dim-sum style options to try, as well. 

You may also get to enjoy cheaper (and different) dim sum/small plate options during Morimoto’s weekend brunch (on Saturdays and Sundays, starting at noon), or you can find a selection of Morimoto foods to eat in quick service fashion thanks to the Morimoto Asia Street Food window attached to the main restaurant.

If you really love Asian cuisine, I would put the main restaurant on your bucket list — just because the setting is impressive, the variety of menu options is great, and the service here is some of the best. That all being said, if you’re budgeting back for a really nice signature meal and you can only choose one, there are other signature restaurants on our list that we tend to pick over Morimoto. But if you enjoy flavors like ginger, miso, and hoisin, Morimoto will definitely give you a higher-end experience than your local Chinese takeout spot. 

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16. Geyser Point Bar And Grill

The Geyser Point Bar and Grill over at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge doesn’t get nearly as much recognition as it deserves. If you’re looking for a spot to escape the Magic Kingdom crowds, this is it. You just hop on a boat from the park and ride right on over to Wilderness Lodge for a meal and drink at Geyser Point. It’s a rustic, waterfront, open-air setting with a variety of light bites, entrees, and drink options that you’re only gonna find here.

The food here isn’t necessarily wildly adventurous, but it sure is different than your classic fried chicken and hot dog options. Small bites include items like shrimp on a wire, charcuterie flatbread, and even plant-based mac and cheese bites. And the hearty items feature entrees like BBQ ribs, multigrain salads, and the bison cheeseburger.

This is definitely the type of restaurant you go to when the weather is picture perfect, but it might not be, like, a go-to when things are starting to get really stormy. It’s also worth mentioning that, much like Hoop Dee Doo, this is yet another resort that is more out in the literal woods. So if you’re not already a Wilderness Lodge guest and you don’t want to make the extra trip this direction just to eat at a further away location with no characters to entertain your kids, this might not be for you.

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15. Columbia Harbour House

If you are tired of the same old theme park eats across Magic Kingdom’s quick services, then you need to try Columbia Harbour House. This is definitely a place for those who love seafood, both grilled and fried, but have always been apprehensive about eating seafood inside a theme park, because we promise, they do it right. 

Not only does Columbia Harbour House have solid options when it comes to fish, shrimp, and lobster rolls. We also love the pleather of indoor seating found here. Now, if you are not a huge fan of seafood or if you have a seafood allergy, then this probably isn’t the go-to for you. But we will say that the chicken tenders and hushpuppies from this location are some of our favorites. 

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14. Raglan Road

If you get nothing else from your visit to Raglan Road, you’re sure to have a good time. Between the river dancing, live music, and seasonal menu selections, Raglan Road keeps things fresh no matter when you go.  Raglan Road is an Irish Pub, but all of the Irish entrees and apps take on a more modern approach. The drink menu is expansive here, and you can expect options like beer and whiskey flights, specialty cocktails, various wines, and more.  

There are three quick things I need to warn you about when it comes to the onstage entertainment here. First, it’s not always happening, but you can check updated show times via the Raglan Road website. Second, if you’re not seated in the main center dining room, you might not be able to see the show. You can request a table near the entertainment when you check in at the host stand, but actually getting the table you requested is never a guarantee. Lastly, the entertainment does get LOUD. So if you wanted to eat somewhere that’s gonna allow you to have a nice conversation with your group, Raglan Road isn’t gonna be that sort of restaurant most of the time. 

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13. Shiki Sai Sushi Izakaya

 Yes, you might know Shiki Sai Sushi Izakaya at EPCOT as the restaurant with the $300 sushi boat! Now granted, the sushi boat is the most expensive item you can order at Shiki Sai. There are a lot of other items here that’re a lot less expensive, including individual sushi rolls, shareable plates, rice and noodle bowls, and a rotating list of seasonal options, as well. 

Much like Morimoto Asia, Shiki Sai stands out from your typical Asian restaurants back home thanks to its unique flavors and atmosphere — you might even get to see virtual fireworks during your meal! But we will say, if you’re coming here strictly for some mind-blowing sushi — the sushi here is GOOD, but nothing that truly stands out from other high-end sushi restaurants outside the Disney bubble. 

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12. Homecomin’ At Disney Springs 

If you are on the hunt for Disney’s best fried chicken, you’ve got to check out Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin‘, over in Disney Springs. Homecomin’ focuses on the whole “farm to fork” vibe with its southern specialities and Floridian influences. 

And while there are several good options on the menu here (like the Key West shrimp cocktail, Cuban sandwich, variety of a la carte sides, and hummingbird cake), the variety of fried chicken options — for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch —  is really what makes this place shine. 

And speaking of shine… don’t forget about the Shine on Tap! Homecomin’ offers five different moonshine cocktails, or you can order the shine flight to sample them all. We will tell you that the food at Homecomin’ isn’t all heavy, but a lot of it is, so come hungry!

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11. ‘Ohana

We need to preface this one — ‘Ohana for dinner has… not been our favorite experience as of late. It used to be in one of our top spots; however, recently, we found it slipping. But, ‘Ohana for breakfast is still a pretty solid spot! Ohana’s Best Friends Breakfast is the only character dining experience property-wide, where you’ll be able to meet Lilo and Stitch during your meal. 

Breakfast is served to your table in various family-style skillets featuring classic morning staples like Scrambled Eggs, warm biscuits, and Mickey-shaped waffles — PLUS Stitch waffles! You’re also going to see some more unique tropical flavors amongst the skillet options, such as Hawaiian-style Ham with Pineapple Compote, Pork Breakfast Sausage Links, and Fried Island-style Potatoes. 

But it’s the Freshly Made Pineapple-Coconut Breakfast Bread that we REALLY can’t get enough of here. That bread is light, fluffy, fresh, and VERY sweet, with little chunks of pineapple baked throughout. And the lightly drizzled icing on top? Dreams come true.

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10. California Grill

The California Grill at the Contemporary Resort is a Michelin-recognized restaurant inside Disney World. This particular signature restaurant is situated at the tippy top of the Contemporary Resort, so that, if you’re here around dinner time, you can actually watch the Magic Kingdom fireworks either from your window-side table or from the private outdoor balcony. 

The prix fixe menu at California Grill is always rotating out to keep up with what’s market fresh. But we will say the cost of this restaurant has increased over the past few years. Once upon a time, before Disney World’s 50th anniversary celebration kicked off in 2021, the whole menu was à la carte. Now, the prix fixe meal here (including an appetizer, entree, and dessert) will cost you $99 per adult minimum. Though it might still be worth it for the elevated eats and fireworks views. 

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9. Karamell Kuche

I know, I know — Karamell Kuche inside EPCOT’s Germany Pavilion isn’t technically a restaurant. But hear me out, if given the choice, we would pick snacking on the fresh caramel treats at Karamell Kuche over eating at most table service restaurants around EPCOT. 

Karamell Kuche is a charming caramel shop that lures you in with the sweet smell of warm, buttery caramel. Then, once you’re inside, you’ll find the sweet-smelling culprits behind the glass display case, from candy squares to caramel cookies, to caramel-covered apples, and more. We also love that you can Mobile Order your sweets here for dessert on the go!

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8. Les Halles Boulangerie Pâtisserie

The DFB team strongly believes that this is the best quick service you’re going to find in all of EPCOT. Les Halles Boulangerie-Patisserie is tucked away inside the back of the France Pavilion. While there can be a long line, the wait tends to be well worth it when you reach the bakery display cases and realize that you’ve got a LOT of options to choose from, and at decent prices too. 

If you’re looking for something more substantial — to satisfy breakfast, lunch, or dinner — the savory section of the menu includes several different house-made sandwiches, as well as some more unique items like the Quiche Lorraine and Bisque de Homard. And for dessert, your sweet tooth is so not gonna be let down! There are LOTS of pastries and sugary treats for you to try — including croissants, beignets, tarts, eclairs, macarons, and more.  The biggest problem with this quick service is its lack of space. Indoor seating is very limited, so be prepared to take your champagne and $5 full-sized baguette on the go. 

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7. Le Cellier Steakhouse

Le Cellier Steakhouse, over at the Canada Pavilion, is a long-time favorite signature restaurant of mine. Le Cellier continues to provide stellar quality steaks, poutine, cheddar cheese soup, and a variety of other innovative yet hearty dishes. But, after years and years of returning to this place for updated DFB reviews, our thoughts about it still remain the same. 

The vibes are GREAT for a romantic date-night setting, and the quality of the meat goes way beyond typical theme park standards. But Le Cellier still isn’t the best fit for those who’ve got little ones in their group who won’t or don’t want to sit in a dark restaurant with no Mickey and Minnie in sight.

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6. Cinderella’s Royal Table

Okay, the most popular restaurant in ALL of Disney World… Cinderella’s Royal Table at Magic Kingdom. We will be honest — the food at Cinderella’s Royal Table, whether you come here during breakfast, lunch, or dinner, isn’t BAD, but it’s really not worth the $76 per person price tag for breakfast, or the $89 per person price tag for lunch and dinner. 

What makes the price more worth it is the fact that you’re dining inside THE Cinderella Castle, meeting your favorite Disney princesses, and taking part in a wishing star ceremony. It’s a bucket list experience, for sure. And it’s a bucket list experience that can absolutely be worth the investment, and to see your kid’s face light up.  But when it comes to the overall food quality? Don’t set expectations too terribly high. 

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5. Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto

Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto over at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is an enchanted, tropical bar with fun theming. In case you’re not familiar with the Trader Sam’s backstory, Trader Sam is a famous head salesman (whom you hear about while you’re on the Jungle Cruise in Magic Kingdom) who turned into a mystical artifacts gift shop owner. Poor Sam needed a place to store all of the stuff he’s collected from his travels all over the globe, and that’s what the Grog Grotto is… a tucked-away storage unit where anything could happen.

The speciality cocktails are what activate the interactive enchanted elements around the room. There’s more than great drinks here. A variety of island-inspired apps are served here, as well — like kalua pork tacos, pan-fried dumplings, a Thai chicken flatbread, and more. 

Recently, Disney extended the hours for this popular lounge. So now, instead of opening at 3PM daily, it opens at 11AM. That being said, this place is still mighty popular, and it doesn’t take reservations, so when you join the walk-up waitlist (in person or on the app), it might still be a bit before you’re called back.

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4. Boma

Boma at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge is a buffet, but it also isn’t JUST a buffet. It’s a whole cultural experience. Boma takes African food influences as well as American food influences to build a buffet spread that can satisfy adventurous and picky eaters alike. Lunch and dinner offer up options like Durban chicken, tamarind BBQ pork ribs, sweet corn pudding, butternut squash soup, and more.

Breakfast is typically more in our wheelhouse since you can still get a mix of African AND American style eats for a much cheaper price point — $39 per person instead of $58. And breakfast will hook ya up with fresh carved ham, turkey bobotie (which is an African-style quiche), deviled eggs with smoked salmon, simba waffles, and a whole lot of other unique options that’ll make going up for a second, third, or even fourth plate a whole lot more tempting.

Boma is NOT a character dining experience, but if you want a similar African-style buffet PLUS character meet and greets included, you may wanna book reservations for Tusker House inside Animal Kingdom PARK instead! 

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3. Garden Grill

Garden Grill Restaurant at EPCOT is known for its comfort-classic menu AND characters. The food is served in family-style skillets. This meal will fill your group up with substantial items like cornbread, steak, turkey, mashed potatoes, mac and cheese, and garden fresh salad (that comes straight from the EPCOT greenhouses as featured in the Living with the Land boat ride). 

Meanwhile, breakfast will give you more of a traditional morning spread with pastries, fresh fruit, eggs, bacon, skillet potatoes, and Mickey-shaped waffles. 

Garden Grill is also a character dining experience — where you’ll meet Chip and Dale, Pluto, and Farmer Mickey. This is one of the more relaxed character dining experiences on property, as it is one of the small restaurants, and you will be able to see the characters multiple times. Do note that the restaurant spins. Not like Mad Tea Party spinning, but the dining room does slowly rotate during your meal, giving you multiple unique angles of the Living with the Land boat ride from a bird’s eye view. 

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2. Victoria And Albert’s

This might be the most expensive restaurant that you eat at in Disney World, but we have to give credit where credit’s due. Victoria and Albert’s at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort is more than the sum of really good food. It’s a pure love letter to all the food connoisseurs out there. 

Victoria and Albert’s is basically three formal restaurants in one because you can choose from one of three rooms that’ll give you a different experience and price point, depending on what you select. There is the Dining Room is gonna be your least expensive option, but if this tells you anything, that’s still $295+ per person. The dining room features a Chef’s Tasting Menu with 8-10 courses that change up regularly, depending on what’s fresh and in season.

The Queen Victoria’s Room is a more secluded option where you’ll also enjoy the Chef’s Tasting Menu, along with a slightly expanded list of offerings and even more courses to taste. This option starts at $375+ per person.

And finally, the most expensive and exclusive option is the Chef’s Table. This is where you’ll dine on a special menu catered specifically to your tastes, preferences, hopes, dreams, and dietary restrictions. But one of the best parts about dining at the Chef’s Table is that you’ll have a table with a front-row view of the kitchen so you can watch as your meal is prepared in front of you in real time, and you’ll have a chance to chit-chat with the chefs responsible for crafting your menu for the evening. But it will cost you $425+ for this one-of-a-kind dining experience.

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1. Nomad Lounge

Anyone shocked that a lounge took the top title today? I’ll tell you one thing… the DFB team sure isn’t. Because all of us LOVE this place. Nomad Lounge is attached to Animal Kingdom’s signature restaurant, Tiffins. Nomad Lounge allows us to try some small bites that come straight from the Tiffins kitchen, while also sipping on some of the best handcrafted cocktails Disney resort-wide. 

Nomad Lounge also serves a specialty deep amber ale, called the Kungaloosh Spiced Excursion, that’s brewed EXCLUSIVELY for Disney World! The atmosphere at Nomad Lounge speaks to all the wanderers, travelers, and nomads-at-heart. Inside seating features soft curtains, warm hues, and banisters hanging from the ceiling that highlight the imagineers who traveled to other countries to help make Animal Kingdom into what it is today.

But outside seating is a wraparound porch with plush furniture, gorgeous waterfront views, and peace. Just peace in the midst of a hectic Disney World vacation. And if it’s slightly drizzling while you’re sitting on the porch? Immaculate vibes. 

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Whew — is anyone else hungry AND also ready to plan their next Disney World trip right now? That’s our list for the top restaurants at Disney World, and we hope this helps you with your trip. For more dining reviews and Disney news, be sure to follow us at DisneyFoodBlog.

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