Character Dining Using the Dining Plan

Disney World offers a wide variety of character dining experiences across its theme parks and resort hotels, allowing guests to enjoy meals while interacting with beloved Disney characters. These meals are a highlight for many families, combining food, entertainment, and magical memories. Here’s a detailed overview of the locations, estimated costs, and Disney Dining Plan eligibility.

Popular Character Dining Locations

Character meals are available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and feature different characters depending on the venue. Here are some of the most popular options:

Magic Kingdom

  • Cinderella’s Royal Table (inside Cinderella Castle): Princesses like Cinderella, Ariel, and Snow White.
    • Cost: Adult $74, Child $45
    • Dining Plan: 2 Table Service credits
  • The Crystal Palace: Winnie the Pooh and friends.
    • Cost: Adult $52, Child $33
    • Dining Plan: 1 Table Service credit

EPCOT

  • Akershus Royal Banquet Hall: Disney Princesses.
    • Cost: Adult $59, Child $38
    • Dining Plan: 2 Table Service credits for lunch/dinner, 1 for breakfast
  • Garden Grill: Mickey, Pluto, Chip & Dale.
    • Cost: Adult $49, Child $33
    • Dining Plan: 1 Table Service credit

Hollywood Studios

  • Hollywood & Vine – Minnie’s Seasonal Dine: Minnie, Mickey, Goofy, and more in seasonal outfits.
    • Cost: Adult $49, Child $33
    • Dining Plan: 1 Table Service credit

Animal Kingdom

  • Tusker House: Donald, Daisy, Mickey, and Goofy in safari gear.
    • Cost: Breakfast – Adult $52, Child $35; Lunch/Dinner – Adult $64, Child $42
    • Dining Plan: 1 Table Service credit

Resort Hotels

  • Chef Mickey’s (Contemporary Resort): Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, Pluto, Donald.
    • Cost: Adult $58, Child $37
    • Dining Plan: 1 Table Service credit
  • Topolino’s Terrace (Riviera Resort): Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy in European artist outfits.
    • Cost: Adult $54, Child $33
    • Dining Plan: 1 Table Service credit
  • 1900 Park Fare (Grand Floridian Resort): Cinderella, Aladdin, Mirabel, Tiana.
    • Cost: Adult $58, Child $37
    • Dining Plan: 1 Table Service credit
  • ‘Ohana (Polynesian Village Resort): Lilo, Stitch, Mickey.
    • Cost: Adult $53, Child $33
    • Dining Plan: 1 Table Service credit

Disney Dining Plan Eligibility

Most character dining experiences are eligible for the Disney Dining Plan, which allows guests to use Table Service meal credits. Here’s how it breaks down:

  • 1 Table Service Credit: Most character meals, including Chef Mickey’s, Crystal Palace, Garden Grill, Tusker House, and Topolino’s Terrace.
  • 2 Table Service Credits: Premium experiences like Cinderella’s Royal Table, Akershus (lunch/dinner), and Story Book Dining at Artist Point with Snow White.

Quick Service credits cannot be used for character dining.

Tips for Booking

  • Reservations open 60 days in advance, and character meals book quickly—especially princess-themed ones.
  • Park admission is required for in-park dining experiences.
  • Resort-based character meals are great for non-park days or guests without tickets.
  • Prices vary by meal time, with breakfast generally being the least expensive.

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