If you’re looking for the best eats at Disney World, you’ve come to the right place!
Magic Kingdom
We visit Disney World every day, which means we’re constantly trying food — both familiar and brand-new! With 2025 in full swing, we specifically want to take a close look at the BEST counter-service options in Disney World, so let’s jump in a look at the must-visits this year at the Most Magical Place on Earth!
Columbia Harbour House
One of the more affordable yet tasty options at Magic Kingdom is Columbia Harbour House!
Columbia Harbour House
Head to Columbia Harbour House for a variety of England-inspired surf-and-turf such as seafood platters, lobster rolls, and maple mustard-glazed salmon. It’s all pretty affordable, with adult entrées costing around $11-$15.
We love these!!!
This spot is also home to AJ and DFB’s beloved hushpuppies, which fortunately returned to the full-time menu last July!
Upstairs Window Tables at Columbia Harbour House
One major tip: if you’re looking for seating, head upstairs and enjoy a secret seating area!
Satu’li Canteen
Over at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Satu’li Canteen is pretty popular among guests. This unique quick-service restaurant serves up deliciously tasty steamed Cheeseburger Pods (bao buns filled with ground hamburger, cheese, and pickle) as well as a variety of customizable bowls.
Satu’li Canteen
If you’re all about customization, this is the spot for you. The sauces that you can include with your customizable bowl include options like charred green onion vinaigrette, black bean vinaigrette, and creamy herbed dressing, and you can always order on the side if you’re not ready to commit. The same can be done with the boba pearls that normally come on top of your bowl.
Cheeseburger Pods
Another major boon about Satu’li Canteen is its indoor seating, of which there is plenty!
Les Halles Boulangerie Patisserie
Les Halles Boulangerie Patisserie in EPCOT is in the very back of the France Pavilion but is hardly a well-kept secret, as there’s almost always a line zigzagging around this place.
Heading into Les Halles!
While not very expensive, the quality here is excellent. The menu includes both sweet and savory authentically French items, such as house-made sandwiches, baked goods, and desserts like beignets, tarts, eclairs, macarons, and more.
Desserts
As we previously mentioned, the prices here are super solid, typically offering treats in the $4 to $10 range.
ABC Commissary
ABC Commissary in Disney’s Hollywood Studios is themed as a simple commissary for a production studio, but the menu is far from simple.
ABC Commissary
ABC Commissary offers a few twists with an international flair thanks to its revamped menu which has given us a lot of new, more unique options (like Buffalo Chicken Grilled Cheese Sandwich).
The Buffalo Chicken Grilled Cheese
This restaurant used to be on DFB’s least recommended list but now it’s made a significant turnaround. It’s restaurants like ABC Commissary that reiterate why we revisit restaurants over and over again. Disney World is in a constant state of evolution with offerings improving or decaying every day. Change happens, and we’re here to make sure you know about it.
The Mara
The Mara is a bit of a trek as it’s located at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, but it explores unique flavors AND has grab-and-go zebra domes!
The Mara
Animal Kingdom Lodge is a great spot to just relax and take in some animal views, making The Mara an excellent option.
Zebra Domes from the Mara
And, seriously, pick up some Zebra Domes, a chocolate mousse dessert with white chocolate coating and chocolate stripes and shavings.
Cookes of Dublin
Head over to The Landing in Disney Springs for some solid pub grub! Cookes of Dublin offers some really good options like the Dubliner Irish Cheese and Bacon Dip!
Cookes of Dublin
Located next to Raglan Road, Cookes of Dublin offers traditional Irish entrées such as the Famous Fish & Chips.
Dunk Those Fries!
Outdoor and indoor seating is fairly limited here, so we recommend visiting on a nice day and sitting outside.
Gasparilla Island Grill
Gasparilla Island Grill at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa offers a diverse quick-service menu with some of our all-time favorite Disney bites.
Gasparilla Island Grill
We highly recommend picking up the We’re all about the Mickey Chocolate Choux and Housemade Mac and Cheese and definitely suggest taking a moment to peek in the bakery case and be on the lookout for some seasonal goodies during all meal times.
Mickey Chocolate Choux
Best of all, Gasparilla Island Grill has beautiful views of the Grand Floridian marina with Cinderella Castle in the distance, as it’s just a short trip from Magic Kingdom.
The Polite Pig
Disney Springs’ The Polite Pig was recognized by the Michelin Guide and we can’t recommend it enough!
The Polite Pig
This restaurant offers Modern Barbecue in a variety of wood-fired smoked and grilled items, and all drinks are served on tap.
Fried Chicken Sandwich
The owners, James and Julie Petrakis (in partnership with Chef Brian Petrakis), are already well-known in the Orlando area for their restaurants The Ravenous Pig and Cask & Larder which focus on using local seasonal ingredients — so it’s fair to expect consistently good quality.
Regal Eagle Smokehouse
Speaking of barbecue, EPCOT’s Regal Eagle Smokehouse is a good place to find a fast-casual dining experience that celebrates the famous regions of American BBQ. It also is a great place to find craft brews.
Regal Eagle Smokehouse
The prices are really digestible, but keep in mind that craft beer costs do add up.
Regal Eagle food
This is a great and reliable option if you need something less adventurous during your World Showcase visit. If you haven’t been to Disney World in a while, this restaurant has done a total 180 and is a definite recommendation now.
Morimoto Asia Street Food
Morimoto Asia Street Food offers guests the chance to try some of Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto’s Pan-Asian cuisine similar to what is featured at the Morimoto Asia Signature Restaurant but faster and for a more affordable price.
Morimoto Asia Street Food
The walk-up window is set on the patio of Morimoto Asia, and features items like sushi, ramen, Morimoto Spare Ribs, and takoyaki (octopus fritters).
Flame Tree BBQ
Flame Tree Barbecue is another quick-service barbecue spot that makes our best of 2025 list!
Flame Tree Barbecue
Located in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, this spot is super tasty and super affordable. This restaurant offers all types of loaded fries like the A-Maize-Ing Magic Munch Fries and hearty barbecue entrées here.
Pulled Pork Fries
Best of all, it’s home to the delicious Pulled Pork and Cheese Fries, some of our absolutely FAVORITE fries! in all of Disney World!
Sunshine Seasons
EPCOT’s Sunshine Seasons offers a great variety for families who need to cater to a lot of different palates.
Snacks!
Located in The Land pavilion, this quick service gem offers better-for-you entrees such as Salmon and Power Salads, and even Rotisserie Chicken. Vegetarians and vegan guests will likely be pleased with the options here, as well.
Pepperoni Pizza Roll
We recommend trying the Pizza Rolls, as they’ll satisfy even the pickiest of eaters.
Woody’s Lunch Box
Head over to Woody’s Lunch Box in Toy Story Land in Hollywood Studios for some really solid eats!
Woody’s Lunch Box
Totchos, grilled cheese, and tomato soup! What’s not to love? You’ll find plenty of fun twists on American dishes here.
Totchos from Woody’s Lunch Box
Also, the outdoor seating area here was recently expanded, making this a prime Hollywood Studios spot if you want to sit down and stretch your legs.
Chicken Guy!
Disney Springs and Guy Fieri’s Chicken Guy! makes our list, but we’re still sad to see a lot of the dipping sauces go.
Chicken Guy!
However, the chicken and sauce combo is still tasty and reliable at a VERY affordable price, and there’s no way we can ignore quality.
Outdoor seating
There’s also a brand-new outdoor covered seating expansion, and anyone who’s ever done Disney World knows just how important ample seating is!
Yak and Yeti Local Food Cafes
Yak and Yeti Restaurant is a unique dining location in Animal Kingdom’s Asia and offers a flavorful fusion of Asian cuisine.
Let’s go to Yak & Yeti!
The Nepalese-style setting is tied together with great offerings like Chicken fried rice and mini mango pies. ‘Nuff said.
BONUS: Bar Riva
We’re throwing in a pool bar, Bar Riva, to this list, located at Disney’s Riviera Resort!
Bar RIVA
This chic and casual open-air pool bar serves European and Mediterranean-inspired cuisine, as well as cocktails and drinks made-to-order.
Riviera Cookie Skillet
Pick up a cookie skillet here for a snack credit!
And there you have it! Which restaurants should we add to the list? Which ones do you think should’ve been left off? Let us know and continue to follow us here at DFB for all the latest Disney World dining updates, tips, and reviews!
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These are very good recommendations. Well done!
I would put Ronto Roasters on the list just for their Ronto sausage wrap and Ronto sausage breakfast wrap. Their sausage is simply the absolute best!
I definitely agree with adding Ronto Roasters. Along that line, I love the menu at Docking Bay 7 and also think the theming is next level. The menu is diverse and food quality is excellent.