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Planning meals at Walt Disney World Resort is a beast of logistics.
There are more than 400 dining locations across the parks, resorts, and shopping center.
Thats a lot of pressure when time is money at Disney and there are so many choices.Fear not.
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These highly-rated, fan-favorite spots are solid no matter what time of day you visit.
But theres something else on the menu thats more in-the-know among theme park regulars.
For plant-based offerings at Disney World, you cant go wrong with a sausage dog in a potato bun.
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And right now, theres a frozen non-alcoholic mint julep lemonade thats giving us all theTianas Bayou Adventurevibes.
Imagine that feeling but you dont have to cook a thing.
And its available every day.
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Heaven is a place on Earth and its Liberty Tree Tavern in Liberty Square.
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But the real reason fans love LTT is the Oooey Gooey Toffee Cake.
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And because its all-you-care-to-enjoy, its bottomless, never-ending Ooey Gooey Toffee Cake.
Now, reservations are hard to come by because everyone wants that cake.
They now serve the exact same items.
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Its just called a Saloon Feast.
And, yes, it’s possible for you to also get the cake there, too.
But at Magic Kingdom, alcohol is only available inside sit-down restaurants.
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Worth It Splurge: Cinderella’s Royal Table
Location.
Cinderellas Royal Table is probably the most hyped Disney World restaurant and its worth the praise.
The exclusive spot located inside Cinderella Castle has the most unique views of Magic Kingdom.
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And the theming is incredible.
Whats more surprising: For a kid-first experience, the food isgood.
But whatever you do, dont sleep on The Clock Strikes Twelve tart.
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It comes with the most beautiful chocolate clock face.
All the great signature styles are there, from Memphis to Kansas City to North Carolina to Texas.
(But we would love to petition for some Alabama sauce.)
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Fixins include baked beans with burnt ends, creamy coleslaw, and more.
This writer does not agree with the direction they went in for the mac n cheese.
If you call a mac n cheese baked, it should be a casserole with a thick cheesy crust.
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Not a basket of creamy noodles with a sprinkle of bread crumbs.
However, the banana pudding is the epitome of Southern summer.
And the near 50-50 pudding to wafer ratio is perfection.
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But for authentic food, great value and best views, Rose & Crown is worth every pennyor pence.
Most think Rose & Crown is just the pub up front.
And the pub is great.
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And the mushy peas.
Yall, the mushy peas.
These are exactly how theyre served in a pub or chippy.
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If you go for an early supper, you could dine on the terrace overlooking World Showcase Lagoon.
And if you book a late dinner, youll be able to watch the nightly fireworks from your table.
(Youre also allowed to come out on the terrace to watch if youre dining inside.)
Money cant buy happiness, but it can buy mushy peas with a fireworks show.
And its likely the margaritas at Choza de Margarita.
But inside the Mexico Pavilion, youll find La Cava del Tequila and its a Disney must-do.
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The real claim to fame here is the library of 200-plus tequilas.
it’s possible for you to try specialty cocktails or a tequila flight.
And, yes, you are moving.
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Its a pretty intense effect.
Typically with Disney dining, when theres a premium for theming or characters, the food doesnt wow.
Youve never seen a hummingbird cake like this.
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Two words: Pineapple caviar.
Lunch features a two-course prix fixe and dinner is a three-course prix fixe.
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Best Mobile Order: Woody’s Lunch Box
Need fuel fast?
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Woodys Lunch Box inToy StoryLand is a crowd-pleaser for kids and adults alike.
But the main mission here is homemade pop-tarts.
And the pastry alone is so buttery.
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Youll never reach for the boxed stuff again.
Best Reservation: Oga’s Cantina
Yes, this is just a bar with snacks.
But its notjusta bar.
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And you should make time and grab a coveted reservation even if youre not aStar Warsfan.
Ogas Cantina is one of the most immersive environments at Disney World.
But for more casual drinks, BaseLine Tap House is the spot to cheers.
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Theres wine on tap.
And the list of craft brews is vast.
Plus, the zero-proof strawberry hibiscus soda is delightful.
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For bites, theres a charcuterie board, a giant Bavarian pretzel, and house-made sweet-and-spicy almonds.
But those dont have spoon bread.
Its sweet enough to be dessert.
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Though, you should definitely save room for the grapefruit cake with cream cheese icing.
But lunch at Satu’li Canteen changed her mind.
Because theres only so much sugar and popcorn the human body can withstand.
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What makes Satu’li Canteen such a gem is the customizable options.
And because its other-worldly, youll get funky toppings like popping boba balls, too.
And the kids menu has one of the best bites at Disney World: cheeseburger bao buns.
The steamed bites are stuffed with ground beef, pickles, and everything youd expect on a classic hamburger.
And, yes, youre allowed to order off the kids' menu.
But breakfast at Tusker House is 10/10.
This writer would pay for that buffet even if Mickey and friends werent hanging around.
Although, their little safari outfits are so stinking cute.
POG juice is actually bottomless all day.
Yes, infinite POG.
But Nomad Lounge is no second fiddle.
For beer, dont miss the Kungaloosh Spiced Excursion Ale on draft.
It’s exclusive to Disney World and is brewed with sorghum.
Worth It Splurge: Tiffins Restaurant
Now, to Tiffins.
Fine dining in a theme park does exist and youll find an exceptional meal at Tiffins Restaurant.
Theres even a salad with lettuce straight from The Lands garden at EPCOT.
Some things at Disney are overhyped.
These dips and condiments are worthy.
Save room for the sides though because the crispy Brussels sprouts have a whiskey caramel.
And the Sweet Potato Spice Cake with orange cream cheese frosting is like Southern Thanksgiving in one bite.
But dont underestimate Disney Springs.
The outdoor shopping center has added several notable chefs including Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin' in The Landing.
The Floridian has cooked for everyone from dignitaries to Oprah and opened several Southern dining concepts along the way.
But Homecomin is all about Florida agriculture and that coastal flare on Southern classics.
Brunch, lunch or dinner: Its all good.
And we love a menu that looks like a doily.
The fan favorite is the fried chicken, but the chicken salad is a solid sandwich for #TeamSavory.
Its celery-forward and drenched in Dukes mayo.
The cheddar drop biscuits are rich.
And whatever you do: Save room for dessert.
Theres hummingbird cake, a 100-year-old-family-recipe chocolate pecan pie and a moonshine-soaked butter cake that is righteous.
This writer doesnt like lane cakes and rum cakes etc.
but that Shine Cake is the best dessert of anything, anywhere at Disney World.
Because theres a bar on the roof with Coke.
And while the beverage bar no longer serves alcohol, it is definitely the mocktail king of Disney World.
Theres also a Float Tray with eight U.S. sodas and ice cream.
And if you cant decide, order both!
The Combo Tray offers a discount if you buy both flights.
Right next door to those iconic amphicars, The Boathouse feels like a neighborhood dockside dinner spot.
but the real sight is the Parker house rolls that have gone viral on social media.
Start with the housemade pimento cheese dip served with crispy tortilla chips.
You wont be disappointed.
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Breakfast features a banana-stuffed Tonga Toast, which is a Disney rite of passage.
Its a sourdough brick of bread thats deep-fried and dusted in cinnamon sugar.
it’s possible for you to also order a side of plain Poly Chips now because theyre so popular.
And were not talking banana bread flavor.
Its thick slices of banana bread thats been French toast-a-fied.
And Olivias Breakfast Potatoes are less like hashbrowns and more like a cheesy funeral casserole.
And the drinks are just as luxe.
Of the specialty cocktails, head straight for the Lavender Fog or try one of the whimsical martinis.
The wine list is lengthy (“After all, Miss, this is France!")
and impressive, especially if you love bubbly.
And the cheese plate with apricot jam and cranberry bread is the perfect accompaniment.
Worth It Splurge: Victoria & Alberts
Its the splurge of the splurge.
If the Grand Floridian is Disney Worlds marquee hotel, Victoria & Alberts is the diamond.
Make that AAA five-diamond.
The Dining Room at Victoria & Alberts features two ever-changing tasting menus by Chef de Cuisine Matthew Sowers.
The prix-fixe here is usually 10 courses and starts around $300.
Its not for every family visiting, as guests need to be at least 10 years old.
