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There has been a lot of hype surrounding the new Jungle Cruise film! Jungle Cruise World Premiere Not only is the attraction being updated in both Disneyland and Disney World, but Disneyland held a special red carpet event for the world premiere of the movie. This film joins the line-up of movies that have been released on Disney+ and theaters, but now we’ve got a date for when Jungle Cruise will be free to ALL Disney+ subscribers! Jungle Cruise is will be released in movie theaters and on Disney+ Premier Access (which costs an additional $30) on July 30th. But, the Jungle Cruise will be available to all Disney+ subscribers for free starting on November 12th, 2021! Coming soon! On the Disney+ page for the movie, the date is listed there. So, if you want to watch Jungle Cruise for free, you’ll have to wait a few months! ©Disney We’ll continue to keep you updated on the latest content coming to Disney+ and when you can watch it on the streaming service! Stay tuned for more Disney entertainment updates. Here’s everything coming to Disney+ this August! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you excited to check out Jungle Cruise? Let us know in the comments! The post Here's When 'Jungle Cruise' Will Be Available For FREE on Disney+ first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s a very merry unbirthday! Well, actually — it’s not for everyone. Today is the one day of the year that you can’t say “It’s a very merry unbirthday” to Disney’s Alice in Wonderland. Alice at EPCOT Disney has recently announced a special limited-edition Alice doll, and a new Mary Blair-inspired collection based on the film will be released soon. However, you can celebrate 70 years of Alice in Wonderland with plenty of new phone wallpapers that D23 just released! “It’s always tea time” with this wallpaper, which features Alice and the Mad Hatter along with a toppling tower of teacups. This is also perfect for fans of Mad Tea Party! ©Disney | It’s Always Tea Time Wallpaper Don’t be late to the party and make sure to download this White Rabbit wallpaper! ©Disney | White Rabbit Wallpaper Embrace your curiosity with Alice and Dinah in this wallpaper. ©Disney | Alice and Dinah Wallpaper You can practically hear the flowers singing “All in the Golden Afternoon” with this wallpaper! ©Disney | All in the Golden Afternoon Wallpaper With this wallpaper, you can follow Alice down the rabbit hole! ©Disney | Down the Rabbit Hole Wallpaper This blue wallpaper reminds us that “Time can be funny in dreams”. ©Disney | Time Can Be Funny in Dreams Wallpaper You can pretend the Queen of Hearts is saying “off with your phone!” as a little reminder to conserve battery life. ©Disney | Alice, Mad Hatter, and Red Queen Wallpaper This floral option is gorgeous for anyone looking for a more subtle design. ©Disney | Flower Wallpaper Here’s another wallpaper if you want a closer look at Alice walking through the flowers. ©Disney | Alice with Flowers Wallpaper This one features another floral pattern, along with the Mad Hatter’s hat, a potion, and the White Rabbit’s pocket watch. ©Disney | Alice in Wonderland Wallpaper – Flowers with Potion, Pocket Watch, and Mad Hatter’s Hat These last two feature similar designs of Alice, the Cheshire cat, and the flowers. This first one might be better if you have your phone in light mode. ©Disney | Alice in Wonderland Wallpaper with Light Background This one might appeal to you more if you have your phone in dark mode. ©Disney | Alice in Wonderland Wallpaper with Dark Background If you’re looking for more ways to celebrate 70 years of Alice in Wonderland, check out the Disney x Kate Spade Alice in Wonderland Collection, or see how you can spot Alice in the Disney Parks! Click here for more Disney phone wallpapers! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have any other plans to celebrate 70 years of Alice in Wonderland? Let us know what you’re doing in the comments! The post Upgrade Your Phone With These Gorgeous 'Alice in Wonderland' Disney Wallpapers! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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COVID-19 cases are growing again in California with the new Delta Variant causing surges in the hospitalizations. Disneyland Resort Now, leaders in California are taking new measures in order to control the growth of cases. The Los Angeles Times reported that the latest surge in COVID-19 cases is one of the most significant, with about 7,400 new cases in California each day. According to the Times, that’s about eight times the rate from four weeks ago. To combat this surge, leaders are asking all residents — regardless of vaccination status — to wear masks indoors in all public places. ©Los Angeles Times As another safety measure, California will require all state employees and workers in healthcare facilities and crowded areas such as jails, homeless shelters, and senior living home to show proof they’ve been vaccinated starting next month. Former face mask sign Los Angeles County already has a mandate for wearing masks indoors at public locations, but most other counties in California just have recommendations. This could change in the coming weeks if the surge continues to grow. The vast majority (97%) of people hospitalized with COVID-19 in the United States were not vaccinated. Keep following DFB for more updates on mask mandates in California and Florida. Click Here to Read About US Travel Restrictions Due to COVID-19 Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post Amid Surge of COVID Cases, California Urges Residents to Wear Face Masks Indoors first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney has made several movies based off of popular attractions from the parks. Pirates of the Caribbean The most famous (and successful) of those being the Pirates of the Caribbean film series. There’s also the much anticipated Jungle Cruise movie, which comes out July 30th! One ride that’s getting a second shot at a live-action movie is the Haunted Mansion. Disney already gave us the 2003 film with Eddie Murphy, but it only achieved moderate success. However, we know that a NEW live-action Haunted Mansion movie is in the works and we just found out who might be in the cast! According to Deadline, LaKeith Stanfield and Tiffany Haddish are in talks to star in the new Haunted Mansion movie from Disney! Stanfield has a LOT of acting credits to his name, but you may know him from Get Out, Atlanta, Knives Out, or Judas and the Black Messiah, which earned him a Best Supporting Actor Oscar nomination this past year. Credit: Deadline You may know Haddish from Girls Trip, Night School, or Like a Boss, in addition to her stand-up comedy. Credit: Deadline The movie will be directed by Justin Simien, whose credits include Dear White People and Bad Hair. He is also creating the Lando Calrissian Star Wars series for Disney+! The Haunted Mansion The producers of the live-action Aladdin film, Dan Lin and Jonathan Eirich, are also attached to the project. And Katie Dippold, whose writing credits include the 2016 Ghostbusters reboot and the 2013 comedy, The Heat, is writing the script! Haunted Mansion There is no word on when the movie is set to be released, but we’ll keep you in the loop with any updates we find out about, so stay tuned to DFB! Click here to learn more about the upcoming Haunted Mansion movie! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you excited for the new Haunted Mansion movie? Let us know in the comments! The post See Who Could Star in Disney's Haunted Mansion Movie! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Over the past few days and weeks, the world has seen what some are calling “the pandemic of the unvaccinated.” Health and Safety Reminders Sign As COVID-19 case numbers rise in Florida, government officials are encouraging everyone to get vaccinated and recommending mask-wearing indoors once again. Now, it seems that these updated mask rules will affect Central Florida theme parks soon. In a press conference today, Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings officially recommended that all people go back to wearing masks indoors, regardless of vaccination status. He pleaded with businesses and residents to follow these guidelines and encouraged everyone to get vaccinated. He also shared that he has signed an executive order declaring a state of emergency. ©Orange County TV Live Stream After sharing statistics on the pandemic in Orange County, the mayor accepted questions from the press. One question from News 6 asked the mayor if he expects the theme parks like Disney World, Universal Orlando, and SeaWorld to follow this new guidance. His answer? “I expect the theme parks to follow the recommended CDC guidelines.” We could start seeing this signage again. Yesterday, the CDC updated its guidelines, asking that all people return to wearing masks indoors. If the mayor expects Disney, Universal, and others to follow this advice, then it’s likely that we’ll be getting some announcements from the theme parks soon. Currently, masks are optional at Disney World for vaccinated guests (except on certain transportation) and optional outdoors for unvaccinated guests. We’re waiting to hear more from the theme parks. We’ll make sure to let you know as soon as we hear from the theme parks, so stay tuned to DFB for the latest. We’ll be following all the health and safety guidelines in Florida to keep you updated! Click Here to Learn More About the CDC Recommendations! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you been to the theme parks recently? The post Select Florida Theme Parks Recommended to Follow New CDC Mask Guidelines first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The Florida county where the majority of Walt Disney World is located is now under a State of Emergency. Walt Disney World Yesterday, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention updated their mask guidelines for vaccinated individuals in the U.S.. Today, Orange County, Florida Mayor Jerry Demings gave an update on the current state of COVID-19 infections in the community. The Mayor has signed an executive order declaring a state of emergency in an attempt to avoid another shutdown. The state of emergency will last 7 days. Mayor Demings said, “I will now urge our residents and visitors, vaccinated and unvaccinated, to wear a mask when in an indoor space with others.” When asked why the mask order is voluntary instead of mandatory, the Mayor cited the Florida state government, which he says is restricting the ability of local governments to issue mandates. Former face mask sign Mayor Demings also said he expects the theme parks to follow the CDC recommended guidelines, which right now. The CDC currently recommends ALL individuals should wear masks in public indoor spaces if they’re in areas of high or substantial COVID-19 transmission. Face mask sign When asked if the community was in crisis, the Mayor responded “yes.” Demings said they need to increase the rate of vaccinations and wearing face coverings. Face mask The Mayor said there are currently over 163,000 cases in Orange County, marking an all-time high. This includes over 1,300 new cases just yesterday. This time last year, there were around 27,400 cases in the county. He said the 14-day positivity rate is also at an all-time high at 15.58% — 6 weeks ago it was 3%. He also says they’re anticipating an increase in upcoming infections. Disney World Over 62% of people 12 and over in the county have at least one vaccination shot, but around 95% of people hospitalized in the Advent Health system with COVID are unvaccinated. Mayor Demings said Advent Health is concerned as this is the fastest increase in COVID-19 patients since the pandemic began. Hollywood Studios The Mayor said, “We want to keep our county, our theme parks, and other attractions open.” Magic Kingdom Mayor Demings says there is an internal order requiring Orange County employees to be fully vaccinated by the end of September. All Orange County employees are required to wear a mask indoors at O.C. facilities. Former face mask signs The mayor is asking other businesses to follow their lead, saying, “we’re pleading with our community to help us keep our businesses and economy open.” Stay tuned for more updates. Click here to read more about the CDC’s new mask policy for vaccinated individuals Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post NEWS: Orange County, Florida Declares State of Emergency first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It was a Skipper takeover at the World Premiere of Disney’s “Jungle Cruise” at Disneyland park as Skippers navigated the red carpet alongside Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt in an adventure that can only happen at Disney!http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/G6pAaIZHZKgView the full article

When you go to Disney World every day, you see some pretty strange things. Things just got freaky over at the Tower of Terror We’ve seen animatronics without hands, Princess Anna without a face, and a plant replacing Donald Duck. Seriously, y’all, we’ve seen some things. But today, we saw something that has us convinced that something strange is afoot at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Because it seems the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror really does exist in the Twilight Zone! We noticed something very bizarre when we visited the Tower today — the wait time on the sign in front of the ride said 744 minutes!!! WHAT?!?!?! Um… HOW long is the wait? Like, we love Tower of Terror, but um…not that much. But we checked the end of the line sign and the wait was just 60 minutes. So what exactly is going on here? Actual wait time But then the sign in front of the Tower changed again. And it’s just not sure what the wait time is. 15? At this point, we’re a little amused…but also a little creeped out. Are the ghosts inside the Hollywood Tower Hotel trying to send us a message? 15? Um…you tell us, sign! Or is it 15 or less? Because it also said 15< at one point. Something seriously weird was going on! It changed quite a few times while we were standing there! We have no idea… And we even managed to get a video of it changing in real-time! Is “K5<” some kind of code? But get this, we asked a Cast Member about the obviously malfunctioning sign — AND WE WERE TOLD IT WAS HIT BY LIGHTNING. And of course, we didn’t buy that in the least (considering the ride’s theme), but two other Cast Members said they too believe the Tower of Terror wait sign was hit by lightning and damaged. They could have been kidding to keep the malfunction in theme with the attraction. Or…maybe it WAS hit by lightning?! Is it ironic that this sign got hit by lightning? Or just weird? We wonder what’s really up with the sign! If we see any other amusing — or strange — happenings at Disney World, we’ll be sure to share. Read MORE about bizarre things happening in Disney World here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. So what’s the weirdest thing you’ve ever seen at Disney World? Tell us in the comments! The post VIDEO: Something STRANGE Is Happening with the Tower of Terror Sign in Hollywood Studios first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World’s 50th anniversary is coming up QUICK! Cinderella Castle The whole resort is getting ready, with plans for a new fireworks show, new cavalcades, golden character statues around the parks, a new ride opening, and MORE! 50 years is a big deal, so you know celebrations are going to reflect that. There’s even a place outside of Disney World where you can celebrate the historic anniversary as well! According to the Orlando Sentinel, The Orange County Regional History Center in downtown Orlando is hosting a Disney World at 50 History Harvest next month! ©Visit Orlando The event is an invitation for people to come and talk about their memories of the park opening in 1971! The museum also encourages those attending to bring any photos or memorabilia they have from that time. ©D23 || Magic Kingdom Opening Day The history center’s website says participants will get free admission to the museum. For those bringing memorabilia, the center said, “Museum staff will be present to chat about possible donations.” But, don’t worry, they also said, “If you’re not ready to part with any items, you can enjoy a day of reminiscing and sharing.” ©Disney || Magic Kingdom Opening Day In addition to the event, the museum has exhibits on early tourism in Central Florida and there are displays of collectible items from the opening days of Disney World. ©Historical Society of Central Florida The event will take place on August 28th from 10AM-3PM. If you want to take a deep dive into what Disney World was like 50 years ago, mark the day on your calendars! We’ll keep you updated on other events for the 50th anniversary, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Click here to see a guide to Disney World’s 50th Anniversary! Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Details and Info Click HERE for Your Guide to Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration See Everything That Has Been Announced For Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Check Out Everything Happening in Disney World on October 1st, 2021 Click Here to See The 50 Best Ways to Celebrate Disney World’s 50th Anniversary What Does Hotel Availability and Pricing Look Like for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary? Here Are the 5 News Bombs You May Have Missed Related to the 50th Anniversary Celebrations! Check Out 10 Things You Need to Bring If You’re Going to Disney World for the 50th Anniversary See How Each of Disney World’s Park Icons Will Transform During the 50th Anniversary Celebrations! Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Do you have any memories from the opening of Walt Disney World? Tell us about them in the comments! The post Hear from People Who Were at Disney World’s OPENING DAY at this Orlando Event! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Due to the changing situation with COVID-19, mask rules have changed in select places. Face masks Already, masks are required indoors in Los Angeles County, California and Universal Studios Hollywood. Yesterday, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention also updated their guidance regarding wearing masks indoors. Now, one major Florida attraction has updated their mask rules. Earlier today, the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex shared that due to the recent increase in COVID-19 cases and the spread of the Delta variant, they have changed their mask policy. Guests visiting Kennedy Space Center, including those who have been vaccinated against COVID-19, will now be required to wear face masks in all indoor locations. The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex website notes that this includes all attractions, attraction queues, show viewing areas, restaurants, and buses. Guests who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 will not, however, be required to wear masks outdoors. ©Kennedy Space Center As we shared above, yesterday the CDC announced updated guidance regarding the wearing of masks indoors. Specifically, the CDC is now recommending that fully vaccinated individuals resume wearing masks in indoor public settings in areas that have “high” or “substantial” COVID-19 transmission levels. The CDC also recommends that fully vaccinated people who live with vulnerable individuals (like young kids or people who are immunocompromised) wear masks in indoor public spaces. Disney face mask At the moment, Disney World and Disneyland have not updated their mask rules. You can click here to see Disney World’s mask regulations, and click here to see what the latest mask rules look like in Disneyland. We’ll keep an eye out for more updates. Click here to see more about the CDC’s updated mask guidance. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post First Major Central Florida Attraction Changes Indoor Mask Rules first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Welcome back, DFB friends! We’re here with another What’s New at Disney’s Animal Kingdom! Up Bird Adventure And, we’ve got plenty of updates to share with you! So, what are you waiting for? Let’s dive right on in! Animal Kingdom Merchandise Update Discovery Depot It looks like Rey and Chewbacca are traveling around the galaxy, since they’ve taken a break from Disney’s Hollywood Studios to head to Disney’s Animal Kingdom instead! The newest limited edition pin, though, is something special with dual-sided characters! On one side, you can find Rey wielding her lightsaber… Star Wars Resistance Pin …while Chewbacca gets ready to fight off the First Order as part of the Resistance on the other for $19.99! Star Wars Resistance Pin Animal Kingdom Entertainment Update Dinosaur Now, none of this is new! But we thought we’d take you on a little Dinosaur tour! We know you’re probably SUPER excited to hop in your Time Rover to help Dr. Grant Seeker save the Iguanodon from extinction (and hopefully avoid the Carnotaurus along the way). But, Dinosaur has so many other fun features before you even ride the attraction! Dinosaur The queue for “The Dino Institute” leading to the Time Rover boarding area is set up like a real museum with artifacts, hidden details, and the like! Welcome to the Dino Institute! When you first enter the queue, you can find dinosaur statues guiding you into The Dino Institute… Dinosaur Statues …including a GIANT T-Rex head! Don’t worry, though — he doesn’t bite! He’s just smiling because he’s happy you’re here. Ahh! T-Rex! Once you’re in that awesome A/C, you can read all about various fossils that are on display… Fossils …including replica skulls of dinosaurs that walked the earth long ago. Dinosaur Skulls Of course, you’ll probably want to take some time to read about their extinction too, since you WILL be going back in time during that exact moment! Dinosaur Skulls Speaking of fossils, you’ll find the BIGGEST (and, frankly, the most awesome) one just inside the area before the pre-show rooms. The giant T-Rex skeleton is definitely something you don’t want to miss out on by waiting in the standby line for Dinosaur! T-Rex Skeleton Of course, you can spot so many other hidden details along the way, too. And, we recommend trying to spot as many as you can before you board your Time Rover! Animal Kingdom Crowd Update It was a somewhat busy day in Disney’s Animal Kingdom as the sun was shining and guests were excited to head to the park! Entrance Crowds A few of the most popular attractions had a flock of people heading towards them, like Dinosaur… Dinosaur Crowds …and Avatar Flight of Passage, whose line extended pretty far back from the ride. Flight of Passage Crowds We even saw some higher wait times throughout the day, including 50 minutes at Expedition Everest… Expedition Everest Crowds …and 60 minutes at Kali River Rapids! But, you might not want to use the single rider line, because it’s not guaranteed to move any quicker than the standby. Be sure to check how fast either line is moving before deciding which you’re going to wait in! Kilimanjaro Safaris Crowds Well, that’s all for this What’s New at Disney’s Animal Kingdom! We’ll catch you next time for more updates. And, if you have any questions about your upcoming Disney vacation, let us know so we can help you find the answers! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What are you looking forward to seeing the most in Disney’s Animal Kingdom? Let us know in the comments below! The post What's New at Animal Kingdom: A Star Wars Pin and Crowd Updates first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’ve seen a lot of delicious treats in Disney Springs lately! Key Lime Donut Thanks to the Flavors of Florida event, there is no shortage of desserts around the Springs! We’ve tried things like a Key Lime cake shake, Orange Blossom cupcake, watermelon dole whip, and a blood orange eclair. Another part of summer this year is the Olympics, of course! And we now have a NEW limited-time treat you can get to celebrate! Say hello to the Ember Torch from Vivoli il Gelato! @DisneySprings The dessert is here to help you show your Olympic spirit and features vanilla gelato, Fanta Orange, whipped cream, and sprinkles. Even though it looks like it’s on fire, we’re sure this will cool you down! You can only grab it from now until August 29th, so hurry over to Disney Springs before it’s gone! We’ll be on the lookout for more yummy eats around Disney World, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Click here to see another Olympic-themed drink special at Disney Springs! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you going to try out the Ember Torch? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTO: Carry Your Own Olympic Torch With Disney World's New Treat! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The situation with COVID-19 continues to develop and change throughout the United States and the world. Always Gotta Look for Discounts! We’ve shared a look at the current situation with COVID-19, particularly in terms of the case numbers rising in Florida and how one Central Florida mayor noted that they are in “crisis mode.” Yesterday, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued an update regarding their indoor mask recommendations. And now it looks like Disney has made some recent changes when it comes to its mask prices. A big thanks to Carlye Wisel for sharing the news about this. Earlier today, Carlye posted on Twitter about a change in Disney’s online mask prices so we went to check it out. For context, Disney World’s current mask rules note that fully vaccinated guests do not need to wear masks in most areas in the parks, except on Disney transportation and transportation entrances (except the ferry boats). ©Disney There are different rules for guests who are not fully vaccinated. They are still required to wear masks in certain locations, including all indoor locations. But note that Disney is not requiring proof of vaccination. ©Disney There are similar rules in place in Disneyland. The mask rules were changed to this general format back in June. For the past several weeks we’ve noticed that Disney’s masks have been heavily discounted. In the parks, we’ve seen select face masks on sale with a buy one get one free deal being offered. Face Masks Online the masks have also been heavily discounted on shopDisney. Just about a month ago, we shared that you could get some of the Disney masks for just $3 online!! Certain 2-packs of masks were priced at $3, many 4-packs were priced at $6, and select other masks were also on sale. Those masks have been on sale for quite some time since we first shared those details, and others were put on sale more recently. But recently, things have changed. Disney Mask On shopDisney, it looks like all of the cloth face masks are full price again. ©Disney This Disney Princess 2-Pack was on sale for $3 previously. Now it’s back up to $11.99. ©shopDisney The same is true for the 2-Pack Limited-Release Mickey Mouse Americana mask set… ©shopDisney …the Rainbow Collection 2-Pack… ©shopDisney …and other masks on the site. While many of these were on sale before, it appears they’ve now all gone back to their full prices. ©Disney We’re checking to see if the sales in the parks have also ended recently. Again, as we noted above, just yesterday, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued an update regarding their indoor mask recommendations. Previously, the CDC’s recommendations noted that vaccinated individuals did not need to wear masks in most locations — outdoors or indoors. The CDC is now recommending that vaccinated individuals wear masks again indoors in public areas in places with “high” or “substantial” COVID-19 transmission levels. It has also recommended that those living with vulnerable household members including young kids or those who are immunocompromised, also wear masks indoors in public areas. Face Mask Sign As we shared yesterday, Orange and Osceola Counties, the two counties within which Disney World is located, are in the “high” COVID-19 transmission level category. Orange County, California, where Disneyland is located, is also in the “high” category for transmission according to the CDC site. ©CDC At the moment, neither Disney World nor Disneyland have announced any changes to their mask rules. But we’re on the lookout for more details and we will let you know what we find. Click here to see more about the CDC’s updated mask recommendations. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. The post What Could This BIG Face Mask Price Increase Mean for Disney? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney dropped news yesterday that a whole bunch of restaurants around the parks and resorts are reopening soon! Pizzafari in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Yachtsman Steakhouse, Toledo, Columbia Harbour House, and Pizzafari all got reopening dates! With those dates coming up soon, we’re checking out the menus to see what’s changed and which old favorites we can still order! Pizzafari’s menu got a LOT of changes, so let’s break down what’s going to be different at this family favorite restaurant in Disney’s Animal Kingdom! Pizzafari is known for some crowd-pleasing Italian-style food like pizza and Caesar salad, along with fun desserts like themed cupcakes! They made several changes to their menu recently, including adding some drinks and entrees and getting rid of a couple old ones! Cheese Pizza at Pizzafari Let’s look at the drinks first. The Mandarin Orange Lemonade and Mandarin Orange Vodka Lemonade were both removed from the menu. These have been replaced by a new Blue Lagoon Lemonade, which comes with gummy worms in the drink! You can also get it with Rum or with a souvenir Glow Cube inside! The regular lemonade costs $5.49, and with Rum added it’s $11. For the souvenir Glow Cube drinks, the regular version is $8.49, and the alcoholic version is $14. Blue Lagoon Lemonade with Souvenir Glow Cube ©Disney Most of the other drinks have stayed the same, except the Copa Merlot was removed as well. For the entrees, Pizzafari got rid of the Shrimp Flatbread dish and replaced it with a new Chicken Parmesan Sandwich! This sandwich has Breaded Chicken topped with Marinara and Provolone on Ciabatta Bread and is served with a side Caesar salad. It’s $10.99. Shrimp Flatbread was replaced with a Parmesan Chicken Sandwich! The other entrees — including the signature pizza, of course! — stayed the same on Pizzafari’s menu. Sausage and Pepperoni Pizza On the plant-based menu, Pizzafari replaced the Sicilian-style Pizza Slice that had plant-based sausage with a new Greens and Grains Salad, which has Mixed Greens topped with Garbanzo Beans, White Beans, Red Onions, Pepperoncini, Kalamata Olives, Tomatoes, Quinoa, and Green Goddess Dressing. The new salad costs $9.99. The Caesar Salad is Also Still Available! For the sides, the Tomato Basil Soup was removed from the menu. Instead, Pizzafari added a Cuties Mandarin as a side option! The Cuties Mandarin replaced the GoGo Squeeze Applesauce as the side in the Kids’ Meals. Cuties Mandarins Finally, we took a look at the desserts menu! All of the old desserts were removed from the menu, including the Cannoli Cake, the limited-time Dark Side Chocolate Creation, and the Lion King Cupcake. They were replaced with the Spaghetti and Meatball Cupcake, which we’ve seen before! The Spaghetti and Meatball Cupcake has Vanilla Cake with Chocolate–Chip Cannoli filling, topped with Cherry Sauce, Vanilla Buttercream Spaghetti, and a Chocolate Doughnut “Meatball.” It costs $5.99. Spaghetti and Meatball Cupcake That’s about it for the big changes! If you want to take a look at the full menu or some of our past reviews, you can head to our Pizzafari page! Click Here for More Pizzafari Menu Information! Keep following DFB for more updates on the reopening restaurants in Disney World! Click Here to See Menus for the Other Restaurants With Reopening Dates! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Which restaurant are you most excited to see back in Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post The Reopening Menu Has Been Released for Pizzafari in Animal Kingdom! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Why not celebrate Christmas in July? Magic Kingdom We’re decking the halls a little early with news and updates about what’s going on in Disney World at Christmas time! To keep in the festive spirit, we found 13 Disney Christmas in July things on sale! We’re taking a look at Target and Amazon to see what we can find to get a head start on our Christmas shopping this year! We found some figurines from Target that include Christmas-themed characters from Frozen! First, there’s Elsa, who has her signature braid and some ice magic coming out of her hand! ©Target This Elsa figurine is 3.25 inches high and costs $37.50, down from the normal price of $43.50! Click Here to Buy the Elsa Christmas Figurine! Of course, she needs to be joined by her sister, Anna! Anna has her boots, cape, and winter dress on, and she looks ready for an adventure! ©Target Anna is also 3.25″ tall and costs $37.50, down from $43.50. Click Here to Buy the Anna Christmas Figurine! To round out the set, we found an Olaf figurine! This figure is Olaf admiring his little, tiny nose, not realizing the majority of it has gone through his snowy head! ©Target Olaf is a bit shorter, at 3″ tall, and costs $30, down from $34.80. Click Here to Buy the Olaf Christmas Figurine! With your shelves all decked in Frozen Christmas characters, now you can move on to decorating the tree! We found a bunch of Disney ornaments on Amazon that are on sale now! First is this Mickey Mouse Ears ornament, which celebrates 65 years of the Mickey Mouse Club! ©Amazon The ornament plays the “Mickey Mouse Club March” when you push a button! It’s about 3.5″ wide and costs $16.78, down from $19.99. Click Here to Buy the Mickey Mouse Ears Ornament! If you’re looking for a spookier Christmas season, we found this Tim Burton’s Nightmare Before Christmas ornament as well! The ornament has Jack Skellington and Zero the ghost dog in front of a dragon fountain lights up when you turn it on! ©Amazon It costs $21.95, down from $24.99. It includes the satin ribbon so you can hang it from your tree! Click Here to Buy the Nightmare Before Christmas Ornament! Next up we found the cutest little alien, Stitch, as an ornament! Our blue friend smiles up at you from the tree, but we’re still suspicious that he’ll get into trouble! ©Amazon The Stitch ornament measures about 2.5″ high and costs $7.98, down from $8.99! Click Here to Buy the Stitch Ornament! The last ornament we found is actually a full set with a Winnie the Pooh theme! The set comes with seven ornaments of characters from Winnie the Pooh, including Kanga and Roo, Tigger, Owl, Pooh, Piglet, Eeyore, and Rabbit! ©Amazon Each character is about 3 to 4 inches tall! The set costs $35.49, down from $38.49! Click Here to Buy the Winnie the Pooh Ornament Set! This next item might be the best deal we found: they’re Nightmare Before Christmas Loungefly Minnie Ears! The ears have a sparkly bow and pinstriped fabric with characters from Tim Burton’s Nightmare Before Christmas! ©Amazon They’re usually $30 on Amazon, but right now they’re on sale for $25! If you like to bring a little bit of Halloween into your Christmas holidays, these are the perfect ears for you! Click Here to Buy the Nightmare Before Christmas Ears! We love to count down the days until Christmas, so of course, we found some Disney advent calendars! This first one is a Disney sock advent calendar, and you get a new pair of socks on each of the 12 days leading up to Christmas! ©Amazon The set has six crew socks and six low-cut socks, which feature characters like Pluto, Woody, Stitch, and more! The calendar is usually $29.99, but it’s on sale now for $23.80! It’ll be a while until we get to open that first day, but we’ll be prepared when it comes! Click Here to Buy the Disney Sock Advent Calendar! For an advent calendar that you can re-use each year, we found this Mickey and Minnie Plush Advent Calendar! The ornaments on the tree are little pockets, and you can move the plush Mickey cookie figure up the tree as the days pass! ©Amazon The advent calendar is usually $59.99, but it’s on sale now for $45.99! Click Here to Buy the Mickey and Minnie Advent Calendar! Is decking the halls ever complete without stockings? We found a Mickey Mouse stocking that even has Mickey ears on top! The stocking has Mickey’s red shorts with yellow buttons, a furry white stripe, and Mickey ears! ©Amazon It costs $11.95, down from $12.95, and there’s also a Minnie Mouse version if you’re hoping to get a matching set! Click Here to Buy the Mickey Mouse Stocking! We love getting new pajamas for Christmas Eve, and these Mickey Mouse Cookie Pajamas are some of the cutest! They come in sizes 2 to 7 for kids and have Disney character-shaped cookies all over the sleeves and pants! ©Amazon Right now, these p.j.s are $15.80, down from $19.99! Click Here to Buy the Disney Cookie Pajamas! Last but certainly not least, we can’t forget to invite Chip and Dale to the party! These adorable chipmunks came prepared with their Christmas outfits! ©Amazon The Chip and Dale plushes are about 7 inches tall and show the two chipmunks dressed up for the season! They’re $22.90 for the pair, down from $29.99! Click Here to Buy the Chip and Dale Christmas Plushes! Hopefully, that’s enough to get you started on your Christmas shopping for now! Keep following DFB for more Christmas in July sales and content! Click Here to Read About How Disney World is Going to Look Different This Christmas! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2021 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Preorder The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2021 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2021 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And of course we'll tell you where to eat! ;-D Click HERE to Preorder your 2021 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don't love it, you get your money back! MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Check Out ALL the Holiday Treats in Disney World Last Year (With Reviews!) 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DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. It’s Wednesday, which means it’s a good day for a Disney shopping spree! (Okay, every day is good for that.) We need all the Disney plushies! If you’ve been looking for an excuse to place an online order for a few Disney items, today is the day for you! shopDisney has a special offer and it’s for today only! It’s our lucky day because shopDisney is giving away free shipping site-wide for TODAY only when you use the code FREESHIP! ©shopDisney Terms and conditions apply, so make sure you double-check whether your order applies! The FREESHIP code is valid until 11:59PM PST today. ©shopDisney If you were waiting to order back-to-school items, now’s your chance! You could get this adorable Minnie Mouse Rose Gold Backpack that can even be personalized. shopDisney You can order this backpack for $29.99 on shopDisney now and personalize it for an additional $5.95! Shop the Minnie Mouse Rose Gold Backpack here! If Toy Story is more your jam, you can get this Toy Story Backpack for $29.99 and it can be personalized too! shopDisney The Toy Story Backpack is on shopDisney now and personalization costs $5.95. Get the Toy Story Backpack here! Or maybe you’ve had your eye on the new Jungle Cruise items on shopDisney, like this Jungle Cruise Map T-Shirt for adults! ©shopDisney This T-Shirt is based on the upcoming Jungle Cruise film and comes in adult sizes XS through 3XL for $26.99. Get the Jungle Cruise Map T-Shirt here! Whatever you’ve had your eye on, today you can get free shipping on shopDisney with the code FREESHIP! Stick with DFB for all your Disney shopping news and updates! Have you seen the NEW Disney Dooney & Bourke collection? Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Will you be taking advantage of this promotion? Tell us in the comments! The post TODAY ONLY! Get FREE Disney Shipping Online! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

When you go to Disney World can mean the difference between spending a lot of money or way too much money. Main Street, U.S.A. Now, some folks can only travel during the most expensive times of year because of work or school, but if you have some flexibility in your travel dates, changing the when on your vacation is gonna be the easiest way to save the most money. Check out all this and more in our newest DFB Video!  Are you a DFB Video subscriber? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to our channel and catch up on ALL of our latest episodes! Check out our latest video and then comment below: Your favorite time to visit Disney World!The post DFB Video: The Least EXPENSIVE Days to Go to Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Oh, Disney…you really know how to pull us in! Mickey Mouse The company knows how to play with our emotions. Disney can make us cry nostalgia-induced tears by playing “When You Wish Upon a Star” in a TV commercial, or they can make us almost pass out from excitement when they announce dozens of new Disney+ shows at once. We thought something similar was going to happen yesterday when Disney promoted a livestream on Twitter for an event. We, of course, tuned in, because usually, we get some big announcements from these sort of things. But, that is NOT what happened, not even close. We tuned in to the livestream on Twitter, which started with a video of a literal stream, like the kind with water in the woods. The caption said “Soon you will meet The Streamer. Until then, enjoy this livestream of a stream.” Which is kind of a funny pun… Instead, the Streamer was promoting the Disney Bundle, which is Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+ for $13.99 a month. But that’s already been a thing for a WHILE. It was kind of funny and genious. And not gonna lie, it was also a little annoying and a waste of time. But hey, Disney knew how to pull people in. TheStreamer Twitter is already verified and has over 12 thousand followers. Oh, and we got to see some cute emojis. @TheStreamer We really want to know your thoughts!! Did you tune in? If so, for how long did you watch the never-ending stream? How did you walk away feeling? Let us know!!! Click here to see everything coming to Disney+ in August Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Did you tune in for the livestream event too? Let us know in the comments! The post How Do YOU Feel About Disney's 3 Hour Marketing Scheme?! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

So, yes, we are pretty much experts when it comes to eating in Disney World. Hollywood Studios We certainly have our favorite restaurants and some that we’d rather skip. But, if you’re headed to Disney World you’re going to want to know EVERYTHING there is to know about dining so that you can make the best choices for your family. Well, we’re here to help with the ULTIMATE GUIDE to eating in Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Table Service 50’s Prime Time Cafe 50’s Prime Time Cafe is located near Echo Lake (the water with the big green dino named Gertie in it!) and serves up a menu of American home cooking. This sit down restaurant is ALL about the fun Cast Members serving you. You might get razzed for not finishing your veggies or not cleaning your plate — all while sitting in sitcom-style kitchen-themed rooms! We love the Peanut Butter and Jelly Milkshake and the Fried Chicken! Be sure to request a table with a TV set at it! 50’s Prime Time Cafe Consider dining at 50s Prime Time Cafe if… You love Cast Member interaction! These aren’t your traditional Disney servers — they’re a whole lotta fun! You love comfort foods! Load up on meatloaf, fried chicken, big desserts, and those ginormous shakes! You want loads of atmosphere to go with your meal. This place SO much fun. Kids and adults looking for a fun meal will likely enjoy the experience. This place looks like a thrift shop lover’s dream with all the fun knick knacks! Consider skipping 50s Prime Time Cafe if… You’re looking for something fancy. This table service restaurant is VERY casual. This is comfort food done VERY well. You don’t like being the center of attention or themed dining. The servers like to poke fun and interact with guests so be ready to be the butt of the joke! You can ask them to ease up on the razzing, but where’s the fun in that? You want a dark, quiet meal. The Hollywood Brown Derby is a better choice if you’re looking for a romantic night out! Here, prepare for, at times, loud and silly antics. Click here for our latest review! Hollywood Brown Derby Hollywood Brown Derby is located on Hollywood Boulevard and is serving up an American gourmet menu. Themed after the REAL Brown Derby restaurants from back in the day in Los Angeles, this is a cozy and romantic place for a quiet meal. Our favorites? The Famous Cobb Salad, of course, and the Grapefruit Cake. Hollywood Brown Derby Consider dining at The Hollywood Brown Derby if… You’re interested in trying some seriously classic foods (like the Cobb Salad) and want to “take a bite out of history,” so to speak (learn more about the history of this restaurant’s classic dishes here!). You’ve got an upscale palate with a liking for finer ingredients and well-curated flavor pairings. You’re all about the feeling of classic Hollywood and want to immerse yourself into that vibe. Apart from the great food, a big draw of this spot is the atmosphere, after all. Other sit-down locations in Hollywood Studios focus more on fun in theming or characters. This is a spot to slow down, enjoy a meal and maybe a cocktail, and relax. Consider skipping The Hollywood Brown Derby if… You’re in search of a quick and light meal. Typically, the Brown Derby also offers lounge-style dining with small plates, but it’s only serving up cocktails and other drinks outside at the moment. Baseline TapHouse is another good option in the park for a light meal, but options are VERY limited. We have had luck recently at Rosie’s All-American Cafe though if you’re looking for fresher, lighter fare! You’re not really looking to splurge on a meal. While we do think many portion sizes are fair for what you pay, as a Signature Restaurant, the Brown Derby isn’t cheap. Your family has more of a hamburger, sandwiches, and fries kind of vibe. They DO have a good burger here, but if you’re happy to stroll past the Brown Derby and on to Woody’s Lunch Box, we fully support you. Want to see our most recent review? Click here! Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano is located on Grand Avenue (back behind Muppet Square!) with Italian dishes. This is another spot killin’ it with the theming. Mama’s old school Italian-meets-Hollywood vibes and backstory are fun to take in! We recommend trying the Chicken alla Parmigiana or the Spaghetti and Meatball Cupcake (yeah, it’s on the kids’ menu but it’s SO FUN and so good too!). Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano You might want to dine at Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano if… You want a sit-down meal in a theme park without a ton of options or you waited too long to book a reseration. Mama’s typically is fairly easy to book last minute. You love approachable, simple Italian food You enjoy looking at unique, kitschy decor You might not want to dine at Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano if… You want a quick bite and don’t want to commit to a full meal. Portions are pretty large here! You are looking for something adventurous to eat. The food here is very simplistic and predictable. You want a more vibrant atmosphere. The decor is cute, but it still looks like a fairly generic eatery. Hollywood Studios has restaurants with fun over the top atmospheres including 50s Prime Time Cafe and Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater Restaurant where you can eat like you’re at a drive-in movie! To check out our REVIEW of this spot, click here! Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater Strolling over to Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater on Commissary Lane you’ll find American favorites like Fried Pickles and the Drive-In BBQ Burger. The REAL big draw here though? You’re eating IN A CAR! Plus it’s themed like an old drive-in complete with a screen playing old sci-fi hits. Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater Consider dining at Sci-Fi Dine-In if: You really want to get that retro, Hollywood Studios vibe. The atmosphere here is fantastic and one of the best you’ll get anywhere in Disney World. You like some entertainment with your meal. The shorts, movie trailers, and other things shown on the big screen are absolutely fantastic and give a lot of added value to this spot. You are a fan of classic foods like burgers and shakes. Like we said, those are the go-to items here. You may want to skip Sci-Fi Dine-In if: You’re in a hurry and want to eat somewhere really quickly before running to Slinky Dog Dash or some of the other big rides. To truly enjoy this spot, you’ll want to give yourself enough time to watch the full movie and trailers loop and just enjoy your meal in the cool atmosphere. You’re looking for some really unique food or a SUPER special burger. The food here is good, but nothing incredibly special. It’s not the type of spot where you say “wow! I can’t get this anywhere else” or “wow! This is the best thing I’ve ever eaten!” So, if you’re looking for that type of food experience, this may not be the place for you. You want to be able to look at and converse with the other member of your party while you dine. As we mentioned, you’ll likely be looking at the back of your kids’ or grandma’s head instead of chit-chatting here due to the seating! Click here for our latest review! Hollywood and Vine If you’ve been to Hollywood and Vine, you may have been visiting character dining like the Disney Junior Play ‘n Dine Breakfast or Minnie’s Seasonal Dine for lunch or dinner. This spot is on Echo Lake right near 50s Prime Time Cafe with American favorites on a VERY improved menu. This spot’s buffets weren’t much to write home about, food-wise, but in recent years it’s totally redeemed itself with a totally revamped plated menu. Disney Junior Play ‘n Dine Breakfast at Hollywood & Vine You Might Enjoy Minnie’s Seasonal Dine at Hollywood & Vine if: You want to experience one of the few character dining opportunities in Disney World right now. You’re looking for a table service restaurant at Hollywood Studios that offers entertainment for little ones. You’ve had the buffet here before and want to try a different experience at Hollywood & Vine. You Might Skip Minnie’s Seasonal Dine at Hollywood & Vine if: Characters aren’t your main Disney World priority. You’re don’t have little ones in your party, especially for breakfast. That’s a lot of Disney Junior characters! You want a fancy atmosphere. Try the Hollywood Brown Derby instead! Want to see our most recent review? Click here! Quick Service ABC Commissary Moving on to quick service, you can head to ABC Commissary on Commissary Lane for international and American cuisine on a revamped menu. This spot used to be one of the more ho-hum locations in the park for us with a very generic cafeteria-like menu. In the past year it has done a 180 and is cranking out fresh, really good quality food! ABC Commissary Head to ABC Commissary if… You are looking for a quick meal in Hollywood Studios that provides ample air-conditioned seating. You want a quick meal that offers a bit more than a standard burger or chicken nuggets. You are looking to get a good portion of food for what you are paying. Dine somewhere else in Hollywood Studios if… You want an immersive experience. You want a table service experience. You want a character experience. To check out our REVIEW of this spot, click here! Backlot Express At Backlot Express, you can try things like the Backlot Burger and other American eats at the location in Echo Lake. You’ll find this large restaurant near Star Tours. This unassuming location actually is cram-packed with fun theming and will make you feel like you stepped backstage on a film set! It’s the home of one of our favorite cookies — the Wookie Cookie. Our Backlot Express Meal! Add the Backlot Express to your Hollywood Studios plans if: You are looking for something quick to eat near Star Tours or MuppetVision 3D. You have several kids or picky eaters in your party and want to make sure there are simple options everyone will enjoy. This spot is a solid bet for chicken strips and burgers. You want a LOT of seating to choose from. Hollywood Studio’s fast food locations like Sunset Ranch Market over near Tower of Terror can get notoriously crowded at busy times. There’s ample (covered!) seating here. Visit another Hollywood Studio option if: You are looking for more exciting food options. Maybe head to Docking Bay 7 in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge for some more unique food! You are very particular about a burger and only want to eat the best versions around. This is your average theme park burger fare here. You like a variety when it comes to desserts. The name of the game here is that cookie or the cute paint can cake currently. Click here for our latest review! Catalina Eddie’s Catalina Eddie’s is one of several spots located on Sunset Boulevard in the Sunset Ranch area where a couple of small fast food spots come together to share seating. This one serves up Italian food like Pizza and Breadsticks. Catalina Eddie’s sign You SHOULD eat at Catalina Eddie’s if… You’re CRAVING Italian food but don’t want to sacrifice a lot of time for your lunch. You’re on the hunt for a fun or seasonal dessert. You want to give everyone in your party a choice for their lunch. Someone can swing by Catalina Eddies, another can get in line at Rosie’s, etc. You should SKIP Catalina Eddie’s if… You’re not the biggest fan of Italian food. You’re looking to be wowed by your Hollywood Studios meal. You’re hoping to avoid the seating pain that can be trying to score a table (possibly in the sun) at Sunset Ranch Market at peak times. Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo Over at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, you can head to Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo for full entrees, desserts, and beverages from SPACE. This location is heavily themed to fit into the world of Galaxy’s Edge and offers fun indoor and outdoor seating. The food is relatively approachable but with a “space” twist to make it fun. Try the Felucian Garden Spread or the Braised Shaak Roast. Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo Make landing at Docking Bay 7 if: You want a quick, filling meal with a great Star Wars-themed atmosphere while in Galaxy’s Edge. You have picky eaters. Between the Endorian Fried Chicken Tip Yip, Batuuan Beef Pot Roast, and Felucian Kefta and Hummus Garden Spread, there’s something here that will please everyone. Yes, the names are weird…but the food is pretty standard and basic when you get down to it! You want to eat in a Star Wars-themed restaurant. Aside from the limited seating around Ronto Roasters, this is your best bet. Fly elsewhere if: You want a long, relaxing sit-down meal at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in a quiet space. You want something more unique in flavor (not just shape). The mac and cheese, fried chicken, broccoli, and beer were all pretty basic menu items. They’ll please a wide range of people, but nothing earth shaking here. You really just want a Ronto Wrap (they’re SO good) and would rather fill up on that instead of food here. To check out our REVIEW of this spot, click here! Dockside Diner Dockside Diner is located in Echo Lake (literally — it looks like a big boat!) and serves American favorites like Foot-Long Chili-Cheese Hot Dogs and Milkshakes. Dockside Diner You SHOULD eat at Dockside Diner if… Your theme park day isn’t complete without a bite of the basics. It’s a super crowded day and you’re hoping to find a spot with a shorter line. You just want a snack! You should SKIP Dockside Diner if… You’re hoping for a memorable meal. You aren’t the biggest fan of hot dogs. Fairfax Fare Back over on Sunset Boulevard, you’ll find Fairfax Fare where you can pick up a variety of Hot Dogs! This is located near the Sunset Ranch Market area as well. Fairfax Fare Drop by Fairfax Fare if… You LOOOVE hot dogs and you want to try some outside-the-box options. You want something that’s quick and easy to eat in Hollywood Studios. You want a place where you can dine outside with a view of what’s going on around you. Keep On Walking if… You don’t like hot dogs. That’s pretty much the gist of what you’ll get here. You want something a little more exciting or unique than a hot dog with atypical toppings. You’re looking for a meal that’s relaxing, fancy, out of the heat, or at a table service restaurant. This one is for those who are on the go! Want to see our most recent review? Click here! PizzeRizzo PizzeRizzo is located on Grand Avenue (not surprisingly — near MuppetVison 3D) and is a bit notorious for less-than-stellar pizza. The theming, centered around Rizzo the Rat, is a LOT of fun though. Still, you can grab Italian options like Pizza, Cannolis, and Antipasto Salad. PizzeRizzo You might want to eat at PizzeRizzo if… You are in need of a quick bite and don’t want to wait. Woody’s Lunch Box and other popular counter-service restaurants in this park can have a long wait time, but we rarely see a long wait at PizzeRizzo. You want to please the picky eaters. Sometimes you go to a restaurant and the picky eaters in the family can’t pick anything on the menu to eat. Pizza is typically an easily agreeable meal for groups. You LOVE the Muppets. Fans of the Muppets will love looking at the artwork and decor around the restaurant (be sure to venture upstairs!). You are traveling in a big group. There are TONS of places to sit here, and you could easily fit a large group in here. You might NOT want to eat at PizzeRizzo if… You want flavorful food. With the exception of a couple things, the food here is plain and won’t satisfy adventurous eaters. If you’re looking for destination foods you can only get at Disney World, skip this spot. You’re only at the theme parks for a limited time. There is SO much amazing Disney food out there, so don’t waste your time on boring pizza! You prefer thin-crust pizza or flatbread. This crust is THICK and doughy, and just not very good. If you are a thin-crust pizza person, steer clear. This is generic theme park puffy pizza. To check out our REVIEW of this spot, click here! Ronto Roasters Ronto Roasters is a very tasty breakfast, lunch, and snack kiosk located in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. The Ronto Wrap here is a favorite of many (Us. It’s Us.)! This snack/meal has become a must-do for many visiting the park for good reason! In fact, a number of variations on the original wrap have since debuted. Ronto Wrap Head to Ronto Roasters if… You want to try the wraps that most folks rave about. These are a seriously good lunch option. You’re a plant-based eater! There are some awesome plant-based items on this menu! You want “space food” in Galaxy’s Edge but the…unique…menu at Docking Bay 7 isn’t doing anything for you. SKIP Ronto Roasters if… You’re not a fan of pita wraps. You’ve got pickier eaters in your party. These wraps aren’t the most basic of eats! You don’t want to eat outside. There are no indoor tables here so you’ll likely be sitting outside or eating on the go with this portable food. To check out our REVIEW of this spot, click here! Rosie’s All-American Cafe Rosie’s All-American Cafe is on Sunset Boulevard in that Sunset Market Ranch area again! Rosie’s is serving up a very good Fried Green Tomato Sandwich and other classics like a Chili-Cheese Foot-long Hot Dog, Burgers, and Chicken Nuggets. Rosie’s All-American Cafe You might want to eat at Rosie’s All-American Cafe if… You’re looking for interesting plant-based options! Seriously, try out that “vegan lobster!” You want a quick meal. This is fast and easy and (as we mentioned before) there are lots of other cuisines at other locations within arms reach for others to choose from. You might NOT want to eat at Rosie’s All-American Cafe if… You’re looking for a big, sit-down meal. Rosie’s is going to net you an easy, quick-service style experience but the food and atmosphere won’t wow you. You tend to like more adventurous eats. Most of the flavors on this menu are pretty basic! You don’t want to sit outside, possibly in the heat and sun, to eat your meal. The Trolley Car Cafe The Trolley Car Cafe is actually a Starbucks location located on Hollywood Boulevard. Try the Carrot Cake Cookie! It’s one of our favorites. The Trolley Car Cafe You might want to visit The Trolley Car Cafe if… You would love to grab Starbucks as a pick-me-up for your park day. You’re in the market to try the ICONIC Carrot Cake Cookie (!!!). You’re not a fan of the roasts at Joffrey’s coffee stands. You might NOT want to visit The Trolley Car Cafe if… You’d rather get something that you can’t try outside of Disney World. You probably have a Starbucks nearby at home! It’s first thing in the morning. The lines are LONG in the morning at this spot and get a lot shorter later in the day. Woody’s Lunch Box Woody’s Lunch Box is located in Toy Story Land and serves nostalgic American classics with a twist. The small location — especially its seating area — is loaded with really fun larger than life decor! For breakfast, we recommend the S’mores French Toast Sandwich, and for lunch and dinner, grab the Grilled Three-Cheese Sandwich or Totchos. Don’t forget about the Lunch Box Tarts! Woody’s Lunch Box Head to Woody’s Lunch Box if… You are looking for a quick meal in Hollywood Studios. You want fun, filling, and inexpensive options. You’re dying to eat your meal in Toy Story Land. This is the only real food you can get in the land until Rodeo Roundup BBQ opens. Dine somewhere else in Hollywood Studios if… You’re looking for more healthy options. You want a relaxing (read: air-conditioned) dining experience. This spot is also MEGA popular and is often packed. You’re looking for something more substantial than simple sandwiches and (oven-baked!) tots. To check out our REVIEW of this spot, click here! Bars/Lounges BaseLine Tap House Hollywood Studios has a few options when it comes to bars and lounges. One of our favorites is BaseLine Tap House on Grand Avenue where you can try California beer and wine and a limited small bites menu. TA DA!!! The BaseLine BUNDLE Head to BaseLine Tap House if… You’re a pretzel connoisseur! They’ve got a good one here! Plus their charcuterie board is top-notch. You’re a beer drinker! This is one of the best spots to get your sip on in all of Disney World. You’re looking for a relaxing, underrated spot to sit for a while. Dine somewhere else in Hollywood Studios if… It’s pouring rain. BaseLine Tap House is lacking when it comes to well-covered seating! You’re not a beer drinker. While there are non-beer options here, if no one in your party drinks beer you might have a better time elsewhere. You don’t want to wait! We often see a line wrapped around outside for half an hour to just get in and order your beers! Hollywood Brown Derby Lounge Hollywood Brown Derby Lounge is located on Hollywood Boulevard adjacent to the Hollywood Brown Derby. There, you’ll find crafted cocktails and American gourmet eats. This used to be a first-come, first-serve sit down location where you could order small bites and drinks but take a note that some options here (ahem…food!) are currently unavailable. Something from the Lounge will hit the spot! Head to Hollywood Brown Derby Lounge if… You want to try some of the Hollywood Brown Derby options without the full table-service time commitment. You’re looking for a high-quality cocktail! Dine somewhere else in Hollywood Studios if… You’ve got restless kiddos. This spot is a lovely place to sit and people watch which your littles might not appreciate. You DO want the full table-service experience or some AC. Oasis Canteen Oasis Canteen is located on Echo Lake and serves up sweet mixed drinks and a full bar. Look for cocktails like the Snake Alley, The Lost Jewel, and Long Lost Island. Oasis Canteen Head to Oasis Canteen if… You’re looking for a fun, themed cocktail! You tend to like sweeter, fruitier drinks. Go somewhere else in Hollywood Studios if… You’re looking for a more classic cocktail or are not a fan of sweet drinks. Oga’s Cantina A particularly popular location in Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge is Oga’s Cantina, serving up “otherworldly concoctions.” If you’re a big Star Wars fan, this is likely on your must-do list! Get a reservation as soon as possible — this books up FAST! The Fuzzy Tauntaun and the Blue Bantha are only a few of the many interesting options on this menu. Oga’s Cantina Head to Oga’s Cantina if… You’re a Star Wars fan! The theme here can’t be beaten! You love a unique, can’t-find-anywhere-else cocktail. You’re looking for fun music! DJ R3X plays some seriously bumpin’ tunes! SKIP Oga’s Cantina if… You’re not a fan of paying VERY high prices for pre-mixed drinks. You’re looking for tasty bar food. Oga’s very limited apps…leave something to be desired. You’re not a huge Star Wars fan. The main appeal of Oga’s Cantina is the elaborate theme so if you’re not into it, skip it! Click here for our latest review! Sunshine Day Bar Sunshine Day Bar is another location on Sunset Boulevard, also serving up cocktails and a full bar. Sunshine Day Bar Head to Sunshine Day Bar if… You’re looking for a drink as you stroll down Sunset Boulevard! You want something specific. This spot boasts a full bar! SKIP Sunshine Day Bar if… You’re not a drinker. There aren’t too many non-alcoholic options here! You’re feeling thirsty across the park. We wouldn’t say this spot is worth changing your route to head over here! Tune-In Lounge Head into ’50s Prime Time Cafe to try Tune-In Lounge where you can order from the full ’50s Prime Time Cafe menu, as well as ’50s themed cocktails and the famous PB&J Milkshake. The theming here is (surprise, surprise!) REALLY fun and elaborate. We love relaxing with a drink here mid-day! Note this spot is still temporarily closed. Tune-In Lounge Head to Tune-In Lounge if… You couldn’t get into 50’s Prime Time and still want to try some of the eats and drinks! You want the 50’s Prime Time food without the scolds and antics from the servers. You’ve heard you just HAVE to try the PB&J Milkshake (Trust us, you do). SKIP Tune-In Lounge if… You’d rather FULLY experience 50’s Prime Time Cafe with the antics included. You’d rather grab an on-the-go eat or drink to maximize your park time. You’re not into the kitschy retro vibe here. Kiosks Anaheim Produce Now, let’s talk kiosks. We’re talking smaller than a Quick Service spot but still a dedicated location that serves a limited amount of food or drink. Anaheim Produce is located on Sunset Boulevard and is your go-to spot for fresh fruit and the Frozen Golden Margarita. Anaheim Produce Head to Anaheim Produce if… You’re really craving some fresh fruit as a pick-me-up. The Golden Margarita sounds right up your alley. SKIP Anaheim Produce if… You don’t want to pay too-high prices for plain ol’ fruit. Bring in your own fruit for a lot cheaper! You want a variety of drink options. Dinosaur Gertie’s Ice Cream of Extinction Dinosaur Gertie’s Ice Cream of Extinction is located in the very eye-catching Dinosaur Gertie on Echo Lake. Unsurprisingly, the spot does serve ice cream. Dinosaur Gertie’s Ice Cream of Extinction Head to Dinosaur Gertie’s Ice Cream of Extinction if… You could really go for some simple and delicious ice cream treats! You want to buy something from a historic replica (check out the plaque about Gertie’s history! She’s kind of a big deal! ). SKIP Dinosaur Gertie’s Ice Cream of Extinction if… You’re looking for a more unique dessert option. Want to learn more about Dinosaur Gertie’s? Click here! Epic Eats Epic Eats is also in Echo Lake serving up American snacks, specifically funnel cake. Epic Eats Head to Epic Eats if… You’ve got a hankerin’ for a funnel cake! SKIP Epic Eats if… You want anything other than funnel cake (or the basics like water). You’re far away from Echo Lake. This spot is another that’s not worth heading out of the way to visit! Hollywood Scoops Looking for more ice cream options? Hollywood Scoops on Sunset Boulevard is another stop for ice cream. You’ll find this spot on the corner nearest Tower of Terror and Rock N Roller Coaster. Snag the Brownie Sundae or Ice Cream Cookie Sandwich. Hollywood Scoops Head to Hollywood Scoops if… It feels like ice cream time on Sunset Boulevard. You’re waiting on the fam to ride Rock N Roller Coaster or Tower of Terror! You’re about to watch seasonal projections on Tower of Terror! SKIP Hollywood Scoops if… You’re not feeling ice cream as your dessert for the day. You’re closer to a different ice cream stop in the park (this is a bit out of the way if you’re not already down here!). Click here for our latest review! Hot and Fresh Popcorn No Disney park experience would be complete without access to popcorn and that’s just what you’ll get at Hot and Fresh Popcorn on Hollywood Boulevard. Popcorn Carts will for sure be open! Head to Hot and Fresh Popcorn if… It’s time to fill up on that Disney World popcorn you love so much. You want to check out the latest souvenir popcorn buckets! SKIP Hot and Fresh Popcorn if… You’re not a popcorn fan. You want something more substantial than average Disney World quickie snacks like Mickey Bars or soft drinks. Ice Cold Snack Stand The Ice Cold Snack Stand, located just near the park entrance, is a good spot to grab your favorite Mickey Premium Ice Cream Bars. Ice Cold Stand Head to Ice Cold Snack Stand if… You’re READY for your daily (or at least it should be daily) Mickey Premium Ice Cream Bar. You’re looking for a sweet treat near the front of the park. SKIP Ice Cold Snack Stand if… You’re in the back of the park. There are several spots to grab Mickey bars that won’t have you walking as far! Joffrey’s Coffee and Tea Company Locations This park also has several Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company locations including one on Pixar Place and one near Tower of Terror on Sunset Boulevard. This is a great place to get your coffee and perk up or nab a pastry. Iced Pumpkin Pie Latte in Hollywood Studios Head to Joffrey’s Coffee and Tea Company Locations if… You need a mid-day pick-me-up! You’ve never tried or LOVE Joffrey’s coffee! This brand is found all around Disney World and has some die-hard fans! You want to check out the seasonal drinks! SKIP Joffrey’s Coffee and Tea Company Locations if… You’re a stalwart Starbucks fan. Head to Trolley Car Cafe instead! You’d rather skip the cup o’ joe altogether. Kat Saka’s Kettle Kat Saka’s Kettle in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge serves up a very unique flavored popcorn mix called Outpost Mix. This snack stand is TINY and limited in offerings, but a must-do if you’re looking to tackle all the foods of Galaxy’s Edge. Outpost Popcorn Mix Head to Kat Saka’s Kettle if… You want a try a more unique snack that still has some classic appeal. You like sweet and salty combos! SKIP Kat Saka’s Kettle if… You think fruity and spicy popcorn mixed together sounds weird (a LOT of folks agree that this one is a skip). You’d rather have a classic bag of butter popcorn! KRNR The Rock Station KRNR Station on Sunset Boulevard is just outside of Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster and serves up American snacks like Chili Macaroni & Cheese and Frozen Lemonade. Keep in mind, this spot isn’t always open. Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese Head to KRNR The Rock Station if… You’re a fan of da mac and cheeeeeeese. You’re looking for a filling snack to hold you over until dinnertime! SKIP KRNR The Rock Station if… You don’t want to fill up on a snack. You’d rather have something more classic than a bowl of mac. You’re not near Rock N Roller Coaster. This spot is pretty out of the way if not! To check out our REVIEW of this spot, click here! Milk Stand Did you even go to Galaxy’s Edge if you didn’t drink the milk?!? The Milk Stand in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is where you’ll find the very iconic and very controversial Blue and Green Milk in both non-alcoholic and spiked varieties. What’s your stance? Milk Stand Head to Milk Stand if… You’re a Star Wars fan! This is another must-do for fans of the film. You’ve never tried the milks. Come oooonnnnn, you gotta try it once. SKIP Milk Stand if… You’ve had the milk and would rather not have it again. You’re not a fan of the idea of a plant-based milk slush Click here for our latest review! Neighborhood Bakery Neighborhood Bakery is located in Pixar Place and is home to the famous Num Num Cookie as well as a few other snacks and frozen slush drinks. Neighborhood Bakery Treats Head to Neighborhood Bakery if… You want to try the Num Num Cookie! You’re looking for more fun, seasonal treats! SKIP Neighborhood Bakery if… You’re looking for a full meal instead of quick snacks. Nut Wagon The Nut Wagon is a roaming cart but you will likely find it near the exit of Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway. If you like glazed almonds and pecans, this spot is for you. Nut Wagon Head to Nut Wagon if… You want nothing more than a pile of glazed nuts. The smell of those nuts…mmmmmm. SKIP Nut Wagon if… You’d rather grab a different simple snack! Peevy’s Polar Pipeline Peevy’s Polar Pipeline is located in Echo Lake and has several frozen beverage options. Peevy’s Polar Pipeline sign Head to Peevy’s Polar Pipeline if… You’re feeling super hot and want to grab a frozen slush! P.S. Make sure to stay hydrated too! You’ve got picky kiddos who you need to appease with an easy, on-the-go treat. SKIP Peevy’s Polar Pipeline if… You’re looking for a more unique dessert or drink option. Pretzel Palooza Pretzel Palooza is where you’ll find pretzels and ice cream novelties. You’ll find this over near Rock N Roller Coaster. We’ve seen the Cheddar Jalapeno Pretzel here as well as a Sweet Cream Cheese Stuffed Pretzel. Pretzel Palooza Head to Pretzel Palooza if… It’s Mickey Pretzel time, babyyyyy. You’re looking for some of the DELICIOUS more unique pretzel flavors! You’re nearby and hoping for a Mickey bar. SKIP Pretzel Palooza if… You’re hoping for a full meal option. You’re a pretzel connoisseur. These ARE still your basic Disney World pretzels, even the fancier flavors. Head to BaseLine Tap House instead! You’re not all the way down by Rock N Roller Coaster already. The Market The Market is located just next to Neighborhood Bakery in Pixar Place and serves up classics like the Mickey Pretzel, Churros, and more. The Market Head to The Market if… You’re nearby and looking for a classic snack! You’re ready for a quick break before or after heading into Toy Story Land. This spot also has a few decent breakfast options if you’re rushing to Slinky Dog Dash first thing in the morning! SKIP The Market if… You’re elsewhere in the park. These items are available all around! And that just about does it for our full guide to Hollywood Studios eating! WHEW! That’s a LOT of food! Hopefully, this helps you to plan your trip and decide what the best locations are for your family. If you have any questions feel free to ask them in the comments and as always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest coverage from Disney World and beyond. Want more Hollywood Studios tips? Watch this video below! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Which of these spots do you like to dine at? Tell us in the comments! The post The Ultimate Guide to Eating in Disney’s Hollywood Studios first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Even though it’s still a few months away, we’re gearing up for the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort! Who’s ready to celebrate?! We’re marking our calendars to check out the new fireworks shows, the special character costumes, and all the stunning decorations coming soon. And now, it looks like there’s going to be a special dining experience as well! According to a note on the Disney World website, a special 50th Anniversary dining experience is coming to California Grill at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. At this time, the restaurant is unavailable for bookings after October 2nd. ©Disney Disney hasn’t yet released any details on this experience specifically, but we’ll be on the lookout. The anniversary kicks off on October 1st, so it seems that this special dining offering will be starting a little later than that. California Grill is home to a great fireworks view! Stay tuned to DFB for all the updates on Disney World’s 50th Anniversary and all the dining news from the theme parks and resorts! Click Here to Learn More About the 50th Anniversary! Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Details and Info Click HERE for Your Guide to Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration See Everything That Has Been Announced For Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Check Out Everything Happening in Disney World on October 1st, 2021 Click Here to See The 50 Best Ways to Celebrate Disney World’s 50th Anniversary What Does Hotel Availability and Pricing Look Like for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary? Here Are the 5 News Bombs You May Have Missed Related to the 50th Anniversary Celebrations! Check Out 10 Things You Need to Bring If You’re Going to Disney World for the 50th Anniversary See How Each of Disney World’s Park Icons Will Transform During the 50th Anniversary Celebrations! Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe What are you most looking forward to about the 50th Anniversary? The post California Grill to Host Special Dining Experience for Disney World's 50th Anniversary first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Earlier today, we found out that four more Disney World restaurants are reopening soon! Yachtsman Steakhouse Columbia Harbour House, Pizzafari, Toledo, and Yachtsman Steakhouse are all reopening the first week of August and we’re excited to visit them once again and share our thoughts. And now, we know what the menus are going to look like at two of those spots! Kicking things off with Yachtsman Steakhouse, things are looking very different! The first-course menu has been significantly pared down, losing items like the Charcuterie Board and the Badger Flame Beet Salad. Now, your options include a Caesar Salad or a Steakhouse Wedge Salad for $15, a Lobster Bisque or Beef Carpaccio for $16, a French Onion Soup for $14, and a Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail for $21. Yachtsman Steakhouse at the Yacht Club The Chef’s Signature Offerings include the 28-oz Prime Porterhouse for Two, which has gone up in price to $139 and includes Cognac-truffle butter and your choice of two steakhouse sides. You’ll also be able to order the Chilled Admiral’s Tower for Two, which has Maine Lobster, Snow Crab, Tuna Tartare, Jumbo Shrimp, Mussels, Scallop Ceviche, and Charred Octopus Salad, all for $135. ©Disney If you’re looking for good steak options, check out the Butcher’s Cuts menu with options like the 8-oz Black Angus Filet Mignon for $54 and the 14-oz Roasted Prime Rib for $52. They also have a 12-oz New York Strip Steak for $56 and a $59 16-oz Rib-eye Steak. You can enhance your steak Oscar-style with Alaskan King Crab, Asparagus, and Béarnaise for $25 or by adding Maine Lobster for $28. Wagyu Beef at Yachtsman Steakhouse from 2018 The Land and Sea Entree selection is very different than before, with Dry-Aged Duroc Pork Chop, Seafood Cioppino, Pan-Seared Golden Tilefish, Peruvian-Barbecued Chicken, and Sweet Potato and Seasonal Mushroom Dumplings. These entrees range in price from $36-$50. ©Disney As far as sides go, don’t worry — the Truffle Macaroni & Cheese is still available for $12. Along with it, you’ll find Creamed Spinach, Haricot Vert, Grilled Delta Asparagus, Roasted Seasonal Mushrooms, and House-Made Truffle Fries. The asparagus and mushrooms are $12 each, the haricot vert is $10.50, the spinach is $10, and the fries are $9.50. Truffle Mac and Cheese And finally, there are some alterations to the dessert menu as well. You can still order the Yachtsman’s Chocolate Cakes, but now you’ll also have Strawberry Shortcake, Pineapple and Coconut Tart, and Crème Brûlée to choose from. ©Disney For the kids, they may choose either a Mixed Green Salad or a Chicken Noodle Soup as an appetizer. There are four create-your-own-entree selections: Grilled Chicken Breast, Baked Fish of the Day, Orecchiette Pasta and Meatballs, and Oak-grilled Steak Skewer. They’ll then get to choose two sides to go with their meal. ©Disney Also reopening on August 5th is Toledo at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort. This tapas and seafood restaurant has updated its menu as well with some selections that sound pretty good! To kick off your meal, you can choose from a variety of starters, including Rioja-braised Chorizo, Charred Octopus, Romaine Salad, Pan con Tomate, ‘Aceitunas’ Marinated Olives, or the Flight of Four Pinxtos. You could also try The Spaniard for Two, which is the chef’s selection of charcuterie and cheeses for $35. ©Disney If you’d like a lovely meal to share, then try out the Chef’s Signature Dinner for Two. Priced at $129, this meal includes the Flight of Four Pinxtos, The Spaniard, Chuletón Bone-In Rib-Eye, and ‘The Toledo Tapas Bar Dessert.’ ©Disney If you prefer to order your meals individually, there are 7 different entrees to choose from. You could get Grouper, Marinated Hanger Steak, Rioja-braised Chicken, Brick Oven Cauliflower, Scallops, Filet of Beef, or Chuletón Bone-In Rib-Eye for Two. The individual meals range in price from $28-$36, while the rib-eye double entree is $89. ©Disney And the fun doesn’t stop there — the sides sound just as delicious. With Roasted Cauliflower, Patatas Bravas, Brussles Sprouts, Braised Gigante Beans, Blistered Shishito Peppers, Roasted Tomato Bomba Rice, or Olive Oil-Potato Purée, you can’t go wrong! To cap off the meal with dessert, you can order ‘The Toledo Tapas Bar,’ Classic Crema Catalana, Chocolate-Avocado Mousse, or ‘Café con Leche’ Choux. Chocolate-Avocado Mousse And finally, let’s discuss options for the kids! They have two appetizer choices: the Toledo Greens Salad or Hummus, Carrot Sticks, and Crackers. Entree options include everything from steak to fish, plus chicken meatballs, and shrimp. And for whichever entree they select, they can pick two sides to go with it! ©Disney Stay tuned to DFB for the latest dining news and updates from around Disney World. We’ll be checking out both of these restaurants as soon as they open! Click Here to Learn About Another Restaurant Opening Soon! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! 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