When it comes to unforgettable experiences at Walt Disney World, EPCOT stands out as a true culinary destination. Known for its celebration of global culture and innovation, EPCOT offers an incredible range of dining options, from authentic international cuisine in World Showcase to creative bites in World Celebration, World Discovery, and World Nature. Whether you’re sampling snacks during a festival, enjoying a gourmet meal, or grabbing a quick bite between attractions, this Ultimate EPCOT Dining Guide will help you make the most of every delicious moment with tips, recommendations, and must-try dishes from around the park.
Types of Disney Dining
Before we dive into the many delicious options that await you at EPCOT, it’s important to outline the different types of dining available at the Walt Disney World Resort.
- TABLE SERVICE ($$-$$$$)
- What It Is: Full-service restaurants where you are seated by a host and served by a waitstaff.
- Examples: Space 220 and Rose & Crown
- Where to Find: In all parks, hotels and at Disney Springs.
- Perfect For: Guests looking to relax and enjoy a more immersive dining experience. Reservations are highly recommended and open for booking 60 days prior to check-in at 6 AM EST for Walt Disney World Resort Guests and Guests staying at the Walt Disney World Swan, Dolphin, and Swan Reserve, and Shades of Green, and 60 days prior to the reservation date at 6 AM EST for non-resort Guests.
- CHARACTER DINING ($$$$)
- What It Is: A Table Service meal where Disney characters visit your table for photos, autographs, and interaction.
- Examples: Akershus Royal Banquet Hall and Garden Grill
- Where to Find: Select locations in parks and hotels
- Perfect For: Families with young children or anyone who wants a fun and memorable dining experience with beloved Disney characters. Reservations are highly recommended and open for booking 60 days prior to check-in at 6 AM EST for Walt Disney World Resort Guests and Guests staying at the Walt Disney World Swan, Dolphin, and Swan Reserve, and Shades of Green, and 60 days prior to the reservation date at 6 AM EST for non-resort Guests.
- QUICK SERVICE ($)
- What It Is: Casual, counter-service meals where you order at a register or mobile order and seat yourself.
- Examples: Burgers, chicken nuggets, flatbreads, salads, etc.
- Where to Find: Throughout parks, hotels, and Downtown Disney
- Perfect For: Families on the go, guests who want a fast and budget-friendly option without reservations.
- SNACKS ($)
- What It Is: Small bites and treats available throughout the parks.
- Examples: Mickey-shaped pretzels, churros, popcorn, ice cream bars, and the famous Dole Whip.
- Where to Find: Snack carts, kiosks, bakeries, and select Quick Service locations.
- Perfect For: Quick bites between rides, satisfying cravings, and iconic Disney food photos.
- BARS & LOUNGES ($-$$)
- What It Is: Themed bars where you can grab a drink and/or small plates.
- Examples: GEO-82 Bar & Lounge
- Where to Find: Disney parks, resorts, and Disney Springs.
- Perfect For: Parties looking for a specialty cocktail and appetizers or a paired down food menu.
Table Service at EPCOT
Akershus Royal Banquet Hall ($$$$)
Set in a medieval Norwegian castle with stone archways, wood-beamed ceilings, and regal tapestries, you’ll be invited to dine like royalty. Rotating Disney Princesses will greet you at your table as you dine on delicious Scandinavian-inspired dishes like Norwegian meatballs, salmon, and lefse from the buffet.
- Location: Norway Pavilion, World Showcase
- Menu
- Offering: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
- Character Dining? YES – Rotating Princesses
- Must Try Item: Lefse (Norweigan flatbread) and cinnamon butter
- Dining Plan Accepted? YES
Biergarten Restaurant ($$$)
Dine in a festive Bavarian village complete with traditional German decor, authentic and lively entertainment, and a classic German buffet.
- Location: Germany Pavilion, World Showcase
- Menu
- Offering: Lunch; Dinner
- Character Dining? NO
- Must Try Item: Bratwurst and schnitzel
- Dining Plan Accepted? YES
Chefs de France ($$)
Be transported to France in this charming Parisian brasserie with elegant yet casual bistro-style decor, floor-to-ceiling windows, and views of the World Showcase promenade. Chefs de France is an ideal restaurant for a relaxed, romantic meal in the parks.
- Location: French Pavilion, World Showcase
- Menu
- Offering: Lunch; Dinner
- Character Dining? NO
- Must Try Item: French Onion Soup and Crème Brûlée
- Dining Plan Accepted? YES
Coral Reef Restaurant ($$)
Coral Reef Restaurant has panoramic views of one of the world’s largest indoor aquariums, filled with sea turtles, rays, sharks, and even Scuba Diver Mickey Mouse! The menu is seafood centric but there are several items for those who may not be seafood fans.
- Location: The Living Seas Pavilion, World Nature
- Menu
- Offering: Lunch; Dinner
- Character Dining? NO
- Must Try Item: Lobster Bisque and Shrimp and Grits
- Dining Plan Accepted? YES
The Garden Grill Restaurant ($$$$)
The Garden Grill is one of two character dining locations in EPCOT and offers guests the chance to meet Chip, Dale, and friends. The family style menu js is filled with farm-fresh comfort food, much of which is sourced from The Land’s greenhouse. Guests will slowly rotate in this revolving restaurant that offers views into scenes from the Living with the Land attraction.
- Location: The Land Pavilion, World Nature
- Menu
- Offering: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
- Character Dining? YES
- Must Try Item: You’ll get to try it all with this all-you-care-to-enjoy menu, but be sure to have an extra piece of cornbread!
- Dining Plan Accepted? YES
La Creperie de Paris ($$$)
La Crêperie de Paris offers authentic crêpes in a cozy, charming setting with stone walls and blue-glass windows. Guests can enjoy savory buckwheat galettes or sweet dessert crêpes, with options like ham and Swiss cheese or hazelnut chocolate. The prix-fixe menu includes a starter, a galette, a dessert crêpe, and a drink.
- Location: France Pavilion, World Showcase
- Menu
- Offering: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
- Character Dining? NO
- Must Try Item: Crepes and Galettes
- Dining Plan Accepted? YES
La Hacienda de San Angel ($$)
La Hacienda de San Angel offers authentic Mexican cuisine in a warm, hacienda-inspired setting. The restaurant serves flavorful dishes like carne asada, tacos de camarones, and chile relleno, paired with handcrafted margaritas and tequila flights.
- Location: Mexico Pavilion, World Showcase
- Menu
- Offering: Dinner
- Character Dining? NO
- Must Try Item: Taco Trio and San Angel Inn Margarita
- Dining Plan Accepted? YES
Le Cellier Steakhouse ($$$)
Le Cellier Steakhouse offers a cozy, upscale dining experience inspired by a rustic Canadian wine cellar. Known for its signature cheddar cheese soup, filet mignon, and decadent poutine, the menu highlights premium steaks and regional Canadian flavors.
- Location: The Living Seas Pavilion, World Nature
- Menu
- Offering: Lunch; Dinner
- Character Dining? NO
- Must Try Item: Cheddar Cheese Soup
- Dining Plan Accepted? YES
Monsieur Paul ($$$$)
Monsieur Paul is located on the second level above Chefs de France and offers an upscale dining experience featuring refined French cuisine in an elegant, romantic setting. Named for legendary chef Paul Bocuse, the restaurant serves multi-course meals with dishes like black truffle soup, rack of lamb, and Grand Marnier soufflé.
- Location: France Pavilion, World Showcase
- Menu
- Offering: Dinner
- Character Dining? NO
- Must Try Item: Maine Lobster Salad with Passion Fruit Vinaigrette, Grilled Beef Tenderloin, and Chocolate Sphere dessert
- Dining Plan Accepted? NO
Nine Dragons Restaurant ($$)
Nine Dragons Restaurant offers a stylish yet relaxed setting with elegant woodwork, etched glass, and traditional Chinese décor. The menu features familiar favorites like honey-sesame chicken, pot stickers, and Szechuan dumplings, along with regional specialties from across China.
- Location: China Pavilion, World Showcase
- Menu
- Offering: Lunch; Dinner
- Character Dining? NO
- Must Try Item: Honey Sesame Chicken, Crispy Duck Fried Rice, and Pot Stickers
- Dining Plan Accepted? YES
Rose & Crown Dining Room ($$)
Rose & Crown Dining Room channels the charm of a traditional British pub with rich wood interiors, cozy wallpaper, and a warm, welcoming ambiance. The menu delivers classic comfort fare paired with a full lineup of British ales, ciders, scotches, and signature cocktails. Indoor tables offer a relaxed, homey vibe, while the outdoor patio overlooks the World Showcase Lagoon.
- Location: United Kingdom Pavilion, World Showcase
- Menu
- Offering: Dinner
- Character Dining? YES
- Must Try Item: Fish and Chips
- Dining Plan Accepted? YES
San Angel Inn Restaurante ($$)
San Angel Inn Restaurante is set within a replica of a 17th-century hacienda and the ambiance evokes a twilight evening in a Mexican village, complete with glowing lanterns, cobblestone streets, and a view of a smoking volcano. Guests can enjoy traditional Mexican dishes such as mole poblano, carne asada, and enchiladas, while watching boats from the Gran Fiesta Tour pass by on the nearby river.
- Location: Mexico Pavilion, World Showcase
- Menu
- Offering: Lunch; Dinner
- Character Dining? NO
- Must Try Item: Queso Fundido, Sopa Azteca, and the Camarones a la Diabla
- Dining Plan Accepted? YES
Shiki-Sai: Sushi Izakaya ($$)
Shiki-Sai: Sushi Izakaya celebrates Japan’s seasonal festivals with an ever-changing menu and décor. The restaurant features shareable izakaya-style dishes like karaage chicken and okonomiyaki, alongside fresh sushi platters such as kobore sushi and funamori. With an open sushi bar and grill, hand-painted murals, lanterns, and stunning views of EPCOT and World Showcase Lagoon, Shiki-Sai combines authentic flavors with a festive atmosphere, making it a standout spot for both casual and adventurous diners.
- Location: Japan Pavilion, World Showcase
- Menu
- Offering: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
- Character Dining? NO
- Must Try Item: Chef Selection Bento Box and Volcano Roll
- Dining Plan Accepted? YES
Space 220 Restaurant ($$$)
Space 220 Restaurant offers a unique dining experience set aboard the fictional Centauri Space Station, 220 miles above Earth. Guests board a simulated “Stellarvator” that transports them into orbit, where floor-to-ceiling windows reveal stunning panoramic views of Earth, astronauts, and spacecraft. The menu features imaginative prix-fixe dishes like calamari, flat iron steak, and chocolate cheesecake, paired with space-themed cocktails and beverages.
- Location: World Discovery
- Menu
- Offering: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
- Character Dining? NO
- Must Try Item: Space Pad Thai
- Dining Plan Accepted? NO
Spice Road Table ($)
Spice Road Table offers a relaxed Mediterranean dining experience with beautiful views of the World Showcase Lagoon. Inspired by Moroccan seaside cafés, the restaurant features colorful lanterns, intricate tilework, and both indoor and outdoor seating. The menu focuses on shareable small plates like hummus fries, lamb kefta, and spicy shrimp, paired with Mediterranean wines and specialty cocktails.
- Location: Morocco Pavilion, World Showcase
- Menu
- Offering: Dinner
- Character Dining? NO
- Must Try Item: Spice Road Sampler
- Dining Plan Accepted? YES
Takumi-Tei ($$$$)
Takumi-Tei is an upscale dining experience that celebrates the artistry and elegance of Japanese culture. Guests dine in one of five beautifully themed rooms (Water, Wood, Earth, Stone, or Washi Paper) each reflecting a natural element. The restaurant features a multi-course omakase tasting menu with exquisitely crafted dishes like A5 Wagyu, sashimi, and lobster tempura. With meticulous presentation, immersive ambiance, and refined service, Takumi-Tei is ideal for special occasions.
- Location: The Living Seas Pavilion, World Nature
- Menu
- Offering: Dinner
- Character Dining? NO
- Must Try Item: N/A
- Dining Plan Accepted? NO
Teppan Edo ($$)
Teppan Edo offers a lively teppanyaki dining experience where skilled chefs cook your meal right at the table with showmanship and flair. Guests sit around hibachi grills and enjoy a menu of steak, chicken, seafood, or tofu served with noodles, vegetables, and rice.
- Location: Japan Pavilion, World Showcase
- Menu
- Offering: Lunch; Dinner
- Character Dining? NO
- Must Try Item: Nihonbashi*
- Dining Plan Accepted? YES
Tutto Italia Ristorante ($$)
Tutto Italia Ristorante offers a warm and elegant dining experience inspired by traditional Italian trattorias. Rich wood furnishings, hand-painted murals, and soft lighting create a cozy, upscale atmosphere perfect for a leisurely meal. The menu features classic Italian favorites like house-made pastas, creamy risottos, hearty meat dishes, and indulgent desserts such as cannoli and panna cotta.
- Location: Italy Pavilion, World Showcase
- Menu
- Offering: Lunch; Dinner
- Character Dining? NO
- Must Try Item: Tutto Risotto
- Dining Plan Accepted? YES
Via Napoli Ristorante e Pizzeria ($$)
Via Napoli Ristorante e Pizzeria brings the flavors of southern Italy to life with authentic Neapolitan-style pizza and traditional Italian dishes. The restaurant is bright and bustling, with high ceilings, communal tables, and a trio of wood-burning ovens named after Italy’s famous volcanoes, Etna, Vesuvio, and Stromboli. The highlight is the pizza, made with imported Italian ingredients and cooked to perfection in the ovens for a blistered, chewy crust. Beyond pizza, guests can enjoy house-made pastas, fresh salads, and classic desserts like tiramisu and gelato. It’s a vibrant and family-friendly spot that offers one of the most satisfying and sharable meals in World Showcase.
- Location: Italy Pavilion, World Showcase
- Menu
- Offering: Lunch; Dinner
- Character Dining? NO
- Must Try Item: Pizza
- Dining Plan Accepted? YES
Quick Service at EPCOT
Connections Cafe – STARBUCKS ($)
Grab your morning coffee or afternoon pick-me-up at this in-park Starbucks coffee location that is open all day. It is attached to Connections Eatery and has a seating area.
- Location: World Celebration
- Menu
- Offering: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
- Must Try Item: Liege Waffle
- Dining Plan Accepted? YES
Connections Eatery ($)
Connections Cafe is a modern, open-concept dining with globally inspired dishes including burgers, salads, and pizza.
- Location: World Celebration
- Menu
- Offering: Lunch; Dinner
- Must Try Item: General Tso Chicken Salad
- Dining Plan Accepted? YES
Crepes A Emporter be La Creperie de Paris ($)
The Crepes a Emporter is a quick-service window with sweet and savory crepes and ciders located near Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure.
- Location: France Pavilion, World Showcase
- Menu
- Offering: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
- Must Try Item: Housemade Hazelnut & Chocolate Spread Crêpe
- Dining Plan Accepted? YES
Katsura Grill ($)
The Katsura Grill offers guests a selection of traditional Japanese dishes in a peaceful garden setting.
- Location: Japan Pavilion, World Showcase
- Menu
- Offering: Lunch; Dinner
- Must Try Item: Chicken Cutlet Curry
- Dining Plan Accepted? YES
La Cantina de San Angel ($)
La Cantina de San Angel is an outdoor lakeside eatery serving tacos, empanadas, nachos and margaritas. During lunch, guests are able to sit inside La Hacienda de San Angel.
- Location: Mexico Pavilion, World Showcase
- Menu
- Offering: Lunch; Dinner
- Must Try Item: Tacos de Barbacoa
- Dining Plan Accepted? YES
Les Halles Boulangerie-Patisserie ($)
Enter a traditional French bakery and explore the wide variety of options including sandwiches, soups, quiches, and delicious pasteries.
- Location: France Pavilion, World Showcase
- Menu
- Offering: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
- Must Try Item: Poulet au Pistou and Éclair Chocolate
- Dining Plan Accepted? YES
Lotus Blossom Cafe ($)
Casual quick service location with covered outdoor seating for American-style Chinese offerings.
- Location: China Pavilion, World Showcase
- Menu
- Offering: Lunch; Dinner
- Must Try Item: Pot Stickers and Egg Rolls
- Dining Plan Accepted? YES
Pizza al Taglio ($)
Pizza al Taglio is a pizza window offering Sicilian style pizza.
- Location: Italy Pavilion, World Showcase
- Menu
- Offering: Lunch; Dinner
- Must Try Item: Pizza Margherita/Pepperoni
- Dining Plan Accepted? YES
Refreshment Port ($)
Refreshment Port is a walk-up location that has rotating festival snacks, poutine, ice cream, and beverages.
- Location: World Showcase
- Menu
- Offering: Lunch; Dinner
- Must Try Item: Poutine
- Dining Plan Accepted? YES
Regal Eagle Smokehouse: Craft Drafts & Barbecue ($)
Regal Eagle is a patriotic BBQ restaurant with indoor seating.
- Location: American Adventure, World Showcase
- Menu
- Offering: Lunch; Dinner
- Must Try Item: BBQ Platter
- Dining Plan Accepted? YES
Sommerfest ($)
A walk-up eatery with classic German delicacies including bratwurst, sauerkraut, and German beer and wine.
- Location: German Pavilion, World Showcase
- Menu
- Offering: Lunch; Dinner
- Must Try Item: Pretzel Bread Pudding
- Dining Plan Accepted? YES
Sunshine Seasons ($)
Sunshine Seasons offers a variety of options in a cafeteria style location with many ingredients coming from The Land Pavilion greenhouses.
- Location: The Land Pavilion, World Showcase
- Menu
- Offering: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
- Must Try Item: Stir-fried Chicken
- Dining Plan Accepted? YES
Yorkshire County Fish Shop ($)
Yorkshire County Fish Shop is a walk-up window that sells traditional fish and chips.
- Location: United Kingdom Pavilion, World Showcase
- Menu
- Offering: Lunch; Dinner
- Must Try Item: Beer-battered Fish and Chips
- Dining Plan Accepted? YES
Snacks at EPCOT
Fife & Drum Tavern ($)
- Location: American Adventure, World Showcase
- Menu
- Must Try Item: Jumbo Turkey Leg
- Dining Plan Accepted? YES
Funnel Cake ($)
- Location: American Adventure, World Showcase
- Menu
- Must Try Item: Cookies ‘n Cream Funnel Cake
- Dining Plan Accepted? NO
Gelateria Toscana ($)
- Location: Italy Pavilion, World Showcase
- Menu
- Must Try Item: Cannoli Al Cioccolato
- Dining Plan Accepted? NO
Joy of Tea ($)
- Location: China Pavilion, World Showcase
- Menu
- Must Try Item: Lychee Bubble Tea
- Dining Plan Accepted? NO
Kabuki Cafe ($)
- Location: Japan Pavilion, World Showcase
- Menu
- Must Try Item: Kakigori
- Dining Plan Accepted? NO
Kringla Bakeri Og Kafe ($)
- Location: Norway Pavilion, World Showcase
- Menu
- Must Try Item: School Bread
- Dining Plan Accepted? YES
The Land Cart ($)
- Location: World Nature
- Menu
- Must Try Item: Mickey-shaped Pretzel with Cheese Sauce
- Dining Plan Accepted? NO
L’Artisan des Glaces ($)
- Location: France Pavilion, World Showcase
- Menu
- Must Try Item: Macaron Ice Cream Sandwich
- Dining Plan Accepted? NO
Oasis Sweets & Sips ($)
- Location: Morocco Pavilion, World Showcase
- Menu
- Must Try Item: Pastry Assortment
- Dining Plan Accepted? NO
The Odyssey ($)
- Location: World Discovery
- Menu
- Must Try Item: Mickey’s Premium Ice Cream Bar
- Dining Plan Accepted? NO
Popcorn in Canada ($)
- Location: Canada Pavilion, World Showcase
- Menu
- Must Try Item: Maple Popcorn
- Dining Plan Accepted? NO
Redfreshment Outpost ($)
- Location: African Outpost, World Showcase
- Menu
- Must Try Item: Dole Whip in a Waffle Cone
- Dining Plan Accepted? YES
Refreshment Station ($)
- Location: World Discovery
- Menu
- Must Try Item: Frozen Coca-Cola topped with Assorted Candies
- Dining Plan Accepted? NO
Tangerine Cafe: Flavors of the Medina ($)
- Location: Morocco Pavilion, World Showcase
- Menu
- Must Try Item: Stone Baked Moroccan Bread
- Dining Plan Accepted? YES
Bars & Lounges at EPCOT
Block & Hans ($)
- Location: American Adventure, World Showcase
- Menu
- Offering: 12 PM – Close
- Must Try Item: Rotating beers
- Dining Plan Accepted? NO
Choza de Margarita ($)
- Location: Mexico Pavilion, World Showcase
- Menu
- Offering: 11 AM – Close
- Must Try Item: Fiesta Margarita
- Dining Plan Accepted? NO
GEO-82 Bar & Lounge ($$)
- Location: World Celebration
- Menu
- Offering: Lunch; Dinner – Reservations required (21+)
- Must Try Item: Brown Butter Old-Fashioned and High Brow Batanga
- Dining Plan Accepted? NO
La Cava del Tequila ($)
- Location: Mexico Pavilion, World Showcase
- Menu
- Offering: 11 AM – Close
- Must Try Item: La Cava Avocado
- Dining Plan Accepted? NO
Les Vins des Chefs de France ($)
- Location: France Pavilion, World Showcase
- Menu
- Offering: 12 PM – Close
- Must Try Item: Grand Marnier Slushie,
- Dining Plan Accepted? NO
Rose & Crown Pub ($)
- Location: United Kingdom Pavilion, World Showcase
- Menu
- Offering: 10:30 AM – Close
- Must Try Item: Leaping Leprechaun, Pimm’s Cup, Rotating Scotch Selection
- Dining Plan Accepted? NO
Space 220 Lounge ($)
- Location: World Discovery
- Menu
- Offering: Lunch; Dinner
- Must Try Item: Command Center, Black Hole Fashioned, Galaxy Spritz
- Dining Plan Accepted? NO
Spice Road Table Bar ($)
- Location: Morroco Pavilion, World Showcase
- Menu
- Offering: 11:30 AM – Close
- Must Try Item: Moroccan Mule, Iced Mint Tea, Pomegranate Mimosa
- Dining Plan Accepted? NO
Tutto Gusto Wine Cellar ($)
- Location: Italy Pavilion, World Showcase
- Menu available at restaurant
- Offering: 12:30 PM – Close
- Must Try Item: Italian Margarita and Tiramisu
- Dining Plan Accepted? NO
UK Beer Cart ($)
- Location: United Kingdom Pavilion, World Showcase
- Menu
- Offering: 10:30 AM – Close
- Must Try Item: Rotating Beers on tap
- Dining Plan Accepted? NO
Where to Eat in EPCOT
With all of the options listed above it may seem overwhelming to decide where to eat at EPCOT. Below are our expert recommendations.
- Best Overall Table Service: San Angel Inn Restaurante
- San Angel Inn Restaurante has it all – great food, ambience, and a view. Set inside the Mexico Pavilion with twinkling lights and colorful banners hung overhead, you’ll dine on classic Mexican dishes and view the boats from Gran Fiesta Tour ride by. It’s an experience that everyone in the family will be enjoy!
- Best Value Table Service: Via Napoli Ristorante e Pizzeria
- Via Napoli Ristorante e Pizzeria is a great option for families and groups who are open to ordering a pizza to share. The serving sizes are plenty big enough if you pair it with a salad or appetizer!
- Most Instagram Worthy Table Service: Space 220 Restaurant
- If you’re looking for the best spot to snap a photo to share, head to Space 220 Restaurant. This is truly a dining experience, beginning with a “Stellarvator” ride up to a space center, a two course meal made up of “out of this world” offerings, and a view like no other, including a birds-eye-view of Earth, spaceships, and even a lightsaber battle if you look close enough.
- Best Table Service for Picky Eaters: The Garden Grill Restaurant
- The Garden Grill is a family-style dining location with all of the best comfort food you can imagine. From cornbread with honey butter, to steak, turkey, home-style mashed potatoes, and macaroni and cheese, any picky eater will be giving it two thumbs up.
- Best Overall Quick Service: Les Halles Boulangerie-Patisserie
- Les Halles Boulangerie-Patisserie offers a myriad of sandwiches, soups, and quiches for lunch or dinner, but also has a wide offering of pastries that will have your mouth watering as you try to pick just one.
- Best Value Quick Service: Regal Eagle Smokehouse
- Regal Eagle Smokehouse is a great spot right in the middle of World Showcase at the American Adventure Pavilion that offers hearty American BBQ with lots of different options. The meals are a decent size and price, allowing you to easily fill up and not break the bank.
- Most Instagram Worthy Quick Service: Yorkshire County Fish Shop
- It would be easy to walk by Yorkshire County Fish Shop if it weren’t for the line of people waiting to get their fish and chips. But you’d be missing out on one of the most delicious lunch or dinner you can get in EPCOT. Be sure to grab your fish and chips and then snag a table along the World Showcase Lagoon for the perfect picture background.
- Best Quick Service for Picky Eaters: Sunshine Seasons
- Sunshine Seasons is a cafeteria style dining location in EPCOT that offers a wide variety of options that will suit picky eaters but not box in the foodies in your group.
Must Try Snacks at EPCOT
If you’re more of a snacker than someone who likes to eat full meals than EPCOT is the spot for you. There are a ton of snack options across the park that will keep you full for the rest of the day!
- School Bread (Kringla Bakeri Og Kafe – Norway Pavilion)
- Pork Egg Rolls (Joy of Tea – China Pavilion)
- Caramel Butter Bar (Karamell-Kuche – Germany Pavilion)
- Pretzel Bread Pudding (Sommerfest – Germany Pavilion)
- Kakogori (Kabuki Cafe – Japan Pavilion)
- Croque Glace (L’Artisan des Glaces – France Pavilion)
- Seasonal Poutine (Refreshment Port – World Showcase)
Festival Booths at EPCOT
EPCOT is known of its food and beverage offerings thanks in large part to the numerous annual Festivals hosted at the theme park that include a collection of food booths. The food booths are located throughout the park and some have even become permanent structures because of the popularity of Festivals. Menu items change each Festival and year to year. You can learn more about the Festivals below.
- EPCOT International Festival of the Arts
- EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival
- EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival
- EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays
Food Allergies at Disney
Walt Disney World is one of the most allergy-friendly vacation destinations in the world. Whether you or a family member have a food allergy or dietary restriction, Disney goes above and beyond to make sure everyone can enjoy a safe and delicious dining experience.
What Disney Does for Guests with Food Allergies
- Ingredient Transparency: Cast Members are trained to help answer ingredient questions, and chefs can often provide a full ingredient list for menu items upon request.
- Allergy-Friendly Menus: Most quick-service and table-service restaurants across the parks and resorts offer allergy-friendly menus that highlight options free from common allergens like gluten, dairy, peanuts, tree nuts, eggs, soy, fish, and shellfish.
- Special Diet Requests: At table-service restaurants, you can request to speak with a chef or specially trained Cast Member to discuss your specific needs. They’re knowledgeable, attentive, and often able to customize meals just for you.
- Dedicated Preparation Areas: Disney takes cross-contamination seriously. Allergy-friendly meals are prepared in dedicated kitchen areas using separate equipment when needed.
- Mobile Order Allergy Options: Select quick-service restaurants in the My Disney Experience app allow you to order allergy-friendly meals through mobile order. Look for the “Allergy-Friendly” option when customizing your meal.
Tips for Handling Food Allergies During Your Trip
- Note Allergies on Reservations: When making a table-service reservation online or via the app, there’s a section to indicate food allergies. Be sure to list them so the restaurant is prepared. When you arrive at the restaurant, be sure the host notes there is an allergy in the party before you are seated. If they don’t be sure to mention all allergies.
- Speak Up at Quick-Service Locations: Even if you’re using mobile order, you can ask to speak with a Cast Member or even the Chef if you’re unsure about ingredients or preparation practices.
- Bring Allergy Cards: If you have multiple allergies or prefer clear communication, consider bringing printed allergy cards that list your dietary restrictions. Disney chefs are used to reviewing these.
- Use Allergy-Safe Snacks: While Disney is great with meals, it’s still a good idea to bring your own pre-packaged allergy-safe snacks—especially for little ones or if you have very specific needs.
- Visit the First Aid Centers: If you need medical assistance or a cool, quiet place to manage a reaction, First Aid Centers in each park are well-equipped and staffed by professionals.
- Look for Dedicated Allergy-Safe Brands: Some snacks sold in the parks, like Enjoy Life products, are free from common allergens and clearly labeled.
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