Stop Skipping These Disney World Restaurants

There are over 200 restaurants in Disney World, but only a select few tend to get all the glory like Be Our Guest Restaurant or Cinderella’s Royal Table.

Be Our Guest Restaurant in Magic Kingdom

But, there are quite a few under-the-radar restaurants that aren’t talked about much but are still worth checking out! Some are our favorite spots in all of Disney World! Don’t be the Disney guest that just passes by these restaurants — here’s why we think you should make time for them!

Spice Road Table

First up is Spice Road Table in the Morocco Pavilion at EPCOT. Lots of people hear which pavilion this restaurant is located in and choose to stay away because they’re fearful that they won’t like anything on the menu. Moroccan food is one of the more unique cuisines available in World Showcase. We promise though, there’s nothing to be scared about here! The food is fantastic!

Spice Road Table

Spice Road Table does have some adventurous options (and even those aren’t too wild!), but the majority of the menu isn’t all that crazy. In fact, we’ve had some of our picky eaters eat here and they’ve always been able to find something on the menu that they like! TBH, the majority of Moroccan food is actually relatively healthy and straightforward — meats, veggies, hummus. That sort of thing.

Spice Road Table

And, if you’re dining with a big group, this can be one of the best restaurants in EPCOT to make a reservation because you can order tapas! This means you can order lots of small plates and share. Everyone gets a few bites of each plate.

Spice Road Table

Not to mention the drinks here are tip-top! They offer really good house-made sangrias by the glass or pitcher, unique mixed drinks, and more. Not looking for a full-on meal at Spice Road Table? You can walk in and get drinks to go from the bar too!

Mediterranean Journey Drink with Hummus & Olives

Plus, the restaurant is located right on World Showcase Lagoon, so you’ll have great views of the water when you dine during the day. And, one of our best tips is to actually make your reservation here for the evening so that you can watch the fireworks show (when it’s happening) on the lagoon from the patio or a seat inside with a view of the water!

Check Out Our FULL Review of Spice Road Table HERE!

Cape May Cafe

Just outside of EPCOT at Disney’s Beach Club Resort, you can find another hidden gem — Cape May Cafe. This is a spot that, if you didn’t know it was here, you’ve possibly never even heard of it! Now, this spot recently reopened and serves up an alternative menu for breakfast and dinner currently. Though, normally you can find a beachy-themed character breakfast with Minnie Mouse and pals in the morning and a clambake buffet in the evening here.

Cape May Cafe

Because this spot is lesser known by many Disney goers, you can normally get a reservation here pretty easily. But that’s not to say that the food isn’t amazing — a lot of Disney fans even swear by this restaurant and the Oreo Bon Bons they have from time to time!

Tables are spread out in the restaurant currently

Now, there aren’t many places in Disney World that you can find great seafood options, but this is definitely one of them. So, if you’re a seafood fan, this spot is worth checking out! Of course, the menu has some other less adventurous options, so everyone in the family will likely find something they’ll enjoy.

Dinner at the reopened Cape May Cafe

And, right now you can actually score a seriously good deal at Cape May Cafe. The restaurant reopened with an all-you-can-eat-breakfast that is only $25 per person — that’s not too shabby! There’s nothing outstanding on the breakfast menu, but you can load up on all the Mickey Waffles, eggs, and bacon you’d like for a great price! Plus at dinner, you can get a whole lobster as an add-on right now!

Read Our FULL Review of Cape May Cafe’s NEW Breakfast Menu HERE!

Jungle Navigation Co., Ltd. Skipper Canteen

It’s no secret that eating at the Magic Kingdom can be a bit of a…struggle. Sure there are a few castles you can eat in, which is cool and all. And there are a decent amount of table service options, but none of them necessarily stand out for their food…except for Skipper Canteen.

Skipper Canteen

This restaurant is tucked away in Adventureland and is themed after the nearby Jungle Cruise ride. Basically, the idea is tourism became so popular that the Jungle Cruise Skippers decided to turn their offices into a restaurant for guests who are visiting to take their riverboat tour. And, of course, there’s a nice serving of punny jokes with your meal here!

Skipper Canteen

Now, the menu is a little adventurous, as it features a lot of dishes with hints of Asian or Indian infuences, but you can still find some basic foods like mac & cheese and chicken. And, there’s even a SECRET menu (shhh)! Oh, and we should mention — the food is GOOD!

Skipper Canteen Spread

The restaurant is also themed to a tee and features fun Disney history and hidden details from the Jungle Cruise story, so Disney history aficionados can have a field day exploring the themed dining areas. If we’re looking for a sit-down meal in Magic Kingdom, you can bet you’ll find us here!

Check Out the SECRET MENU at Skipper Canteen HERE!

Plaza Restaurant

Okay, we lied, there is another great dining option in Magic Kingdom that you’re probably skipping! Plaza Restaurant is located just off Main Street, U.S.A. and looks right out to Cinderella Castle. You’ve probably walked right by it and didn’t even know because it is tiiiiiny.

Plaza Entrance

But, we’ve always found this spot to be a real winner! The service is always great and, though the food isn’t fancy by any means, it always tastes great and is priced pretty reasonably.

So cozy

Plus, the restaurant recently got a bit of a menu makeover. You’ll still find Plaza Loaded Fries (which are basically Figaro Fries!!), as well as a few tweaks on some long-time menu items, and new dessert!

Roast Beef Au Jus

Not only was our meal delicious here, but we were also in and out FAST, which makes this restaurant a great place to visit if you want the Table Service experience but don’t want to take away too much time from the park.

Click HERE to Read More About the NEW Menu at Plaza Restaurant!

Sanaa

Outside of the parks over at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge — Kidani Village you can find animals roaming the savanna during the day and evening (though they’re pretty hard to see in the dark). And, did you know that you actually can dine with a view of them? 

Sanaa

The hotel features an Indian and African-inspired restaurant called Sanaa! The menu is better suited for adventurous eaters, but if you’re willing to go a little out of your comfort zone for food, this spot is a real winner.

OK, maybe the word is getting out (we’ve definitely been some of its biggest fans for years!). This spot IS getting tougher to score table at, so maybe popularity is growing.

Sanaa Dining Room

You’ve probably heard us rave about Sanaa Indian-style Bread Service, in the past and this is the spot where you can find it! The appetizer comes with FIVE breads and NINE dipping sauces to pair with the bread (and also with your meal if you save some but like…you won’t. You’ll inhale them all cause each one is SO. GOOD.)! It. is. DELICIOUS.

Sanaa Bread Service

The rest of the menu also has some standouts. Like we said, in the past, it typically wasn’t too difficult to get a reservation here, but it’s definitely getting more popular if you want to give it a try! We recommend looking for a lunch reservation instead of dinner so that you can see all the animals on the savanna out the window while you eat.

Check Out Why We Think Sanaa is  One of the Best Value Disney World Table Service Restaurants for 2021!

Grand Floridian Cafe

And, the last spot that you should quit skipping is the Grand Floridian Cafe at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. This resort is home to some fine dining restaurants (like, the fanciest in all of Disney World, actually!), but Grand Floridian Cafe is a bit more on the casual side.

Grand Floridian Cafe

Like the rest of the resort, it is Victorian-themed and the menu features a lot of variety. We’ve eaten here for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and have loved just about everything we’ve tried.

The Grand Floridian Cafe is so pretty

The restaurant also recently made their secret menu not-so-secret, adding tons of new items to their menu including our beloved Buttermilk-fried Chicken and Waffle! We had been hacking this dish for a while a few years back, but the sweet and savory dish has made its way back to the menu.

Buttermilk Fried Chicken and Waffles

The Cast Members here are always super attentive and kind, so you can expect great service and great food!

Click HERE for the Not-So-Secret Menu at Grand Florida Cafe!

So, it’s time to stop skipping these restaurants when you visit Disney World! They’re full of delicious menu options, detailed theming, and great service making them SUPER underrated. And, you can check out even more underrated dining spots in Disney World in our video below!


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So check out the video and then let us know: What is your favorite restaurant in Disney World?

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With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you’ll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet.

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Find Out How to Save BIG on Disney’s Newest Plushes!

 

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Have you ever seen the cute little plushes that have taken Disney by storm?

How Cute Are They!

These little cuties are nuiMOs, and they’re the latest trend in Disney souvenirs! You can buy the characters by themselves and then get different outfits to dress them up! And right now, these guys are on SALE on shopDisney!!

Disney has nuiMOs for a lot of the best Disney characters — classics like Mickey and Minnie, as well as some favorites like Winnie the Pooh. Miss Piggy, and Stitch!

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The outfits you can buy for your nuiMOs are all things cute and chic, with little sleeping bags, Disney spirit jerseys, and even some outfits inspired by fashionista Cruella herself! You can dress up Mickey and his friends in everything from a varsity jacket to hipster plaid to a full leopard-print suit! There are even tiny little Loungefly backpacks so you guys can match!!

We love that bow!

The plush toys were previously $17.99 each, but now, they are even more expensive at $19.99. 😳 And the outfits are usually between $12 and $22. Right now, though, you can get these adorable friends on sale on shopDisney!

So many nuiMOs!

If you’ve been wanting to hop on this adorable trend, right now you can get select nuiMOs for buy two, get one free! The sale applies to most nuiMOs characters and outfits, so now is a good time to grab both a plush and some outfits for them!

Click Here to Buy a Minnie nuiMO, on sale now!

You’ll want to hurry, though — the sale won’t last long!

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Head over to shopDisney to join Disney’s hottest trend now!

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Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today!

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Which nuiMOs character and outfits are you planning to buy? Let us know in the comments!

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