Disney World is expensive — there’s no way around that, but there are ways to make your trip less likely to break the bank.
Dining in Disney World can be especially hard sometimes considering it can cost quite a pretty penny, especially if you’re with a larger group. However, the key is to grab snacks and meals that are both filling AND on the cheaper side — yes, they do exist, and we’re about to prove it to you right now!
Magic Kingdom
Magic Kingdom may not be home to some of the best meals out there for an affordable price, BUT it does do pretty well when it comes to snacks! First up, one of the BEST breakfast deals out there is the Cinnamon Roll from Gaston’s Tavern!
This thing is MASSIVE and is delicious and fresh 8/10 times (we have sometimes gotten a less fresh batch, but that’s not common). It’s easily a filling breakfast for one person, OR it can be shared between two or even three people with no issues. For only $6.99, this is a FANTASTIC deal!
Also in Magic Kingdom, we recommend the Corn Dog Nuggets from Casey’s Corner when it comes to lunch or dinner IF you’re looking for something simple. Each order comes with about 7-10 nuggets PLUS a hefty order of fries, which is plenty to fill most people up.
For $10.99, this is another great deal for those who are looking for a solid, quick stop that is reliable every time and won’t let you down. However, if you’re looking for something more advanced, this won’t be the stop.
But some of the BEST deals are found in the other parks!
EPCOT
EPCOT has one of THE BEST DEALS hands down when it comes to saving money and getting a big snack at the same time. At Les Halles in the France Pavilion, you can buy a WHOLE Baguette for just $4.95!
A Half Baguette is also available for just $2.95, and these are fresh from the oven. Are they more plain? Yes, but hey, bread is filling, AND these are delicious, fresh, and cheap, so we always count them as a win.
Disney’s Hollywood Studios
The Totchos from Woody’s Lunch Box are another SUPER filling meal that don’t break the bank. Not only is this is a BIG serving, but it’s filled with ingredients that are known for filling you up faster and keeping you good to go for a while.
These are $10.49, and it’s a heavy meal, so we do warn you ahead of time about that. We also want to highlight that the Breakfast Bowl you can get in the morning has very similar ingredients and is $8.79, BUT there’s also a Kids’ Meal version that’s only $5.99 and is honestly just as filling thanks to all the sides it comes with!
If you’re looking for a sweet treat in the park, don’t skip the Carrot Cake Cookie at Trolley Car Cafe! For just $5.70 you can grab this HUGE cookie, made up of two slabs of carrot cake with cream cheese frosting in the middle.
While this can be finished by one person, you won’t be hungry for a while (and if that’s the point, then YAY), so splitting it between 2-3 people is also an easy solution.
Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Animal Kingdom is known for not only having the best snacks and meal options, but also allowing you to save money while doing it. One of our absolute favorite options here is the Chicken and Rice from Yak & Yeti Local Foods Cafe for only $7.99.
This is a pretty hefty size for the price, and again, rice and chicken is pretty filling, so we’re not complaining! It’s always delicious and has never let us down, so don’t sleep on this spot the next time you’re in the park.
Over in Pandora you’ll find the Cheeseburger Pods from Satu’li Canteen, and BOY do we rave about these! They’re like a McDonald’s cheeseburger in a pillowy, fluffy bao bun, and we’re obsessed.
Again, they’re more on the simple side, which is great for picky eaters, and they ARE filling! You can get a kids’ meal for $8.59 or a full meal for $13.99.
Finally, we have the Colossal Pretzel from Pongu Pongu, and THIS is filling! Similar to the Baguette, it’s basically all bread, and while there are many colossal pretzels you can find around Disney World, we feel this is one of the best consistently.
It’s fantastic to share with multiple people, and at $12.99 that’s not a bad deal — especially because it comes with delicious beer cheese to dip it into!
New snacks are almost always being added to the parks AND they change very often, which can be tricky, but that’s why we’re here. Our number one tip here — you’ll be tempted to grab the adorable Mickey snacks and ice cream bars, but they’re more expensive because they’re themed. Stay away from them if you can!
We’re always here to help you plan the best trip possible to Disney World while also making sure you’re not completely breaking the bank. Be sure to stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news and planning tips!
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