Dining on a Disney cruise is a unique experience that is included in the price of your cruise fare.
Rotational dining
Disney uses a rotational dining system, which means that you will rotate between three different restaurants throughout your cruise. Your dining room servers will move with you to each restaurant, so you'll have the same servers each night. You can see your restaurant schedule and table number after arrival by checking your Disney Cruise Line Navigator App. Your rotational schedule is also on your "Key to the World" card although I've heard rumors it is being removed. (2023)
Main Dining Room
Each night, you'll dine in one of the main dining rooms. There are typically two seatings for dinner, an early seating and a late seating. You'll be assigned to one of these seatings before you board the ship. You do not have to worry about missing the shows because of your seating time. There are also 2 shows every night. If you have the early dining service you can attend the show after your dinner and if you have the late dining you will attend the show before dinner. You can request your seating time preference by calling Disney after booking. The 1st seating is the most popular option although we prefer the late dining. The late dining allows us to relax after port excursions before eating and then after eating we head off to the adult entertainment.
Disney-Themed Restaurants
Each of the three restaurants has a different theme and menu. For example, Animator's Palate features a Disney animation theme, while Tiana's Place features a New Orleans-style menu and live music.
Casual Dining Options
In addition to the main dining rooms, there are also casual dining options on the ship. This includes a buffet-style restaurant and many quick-service counters on deck. The quick service restaurants will be open most of the day. The buffet will will be closed between breakfast and lunch and between lunch and dinner. Check your Navigator App for the schedule. The buffet will not be a buffet during the evening dining. It will be more like a seat down restaurant with a limited menu.
Room Service
Room service is available 24/7 on a Disney cruise, and it's included in the price of your cruise fare. You can order everything from breakfast items to sandwiches and pizza to be delivered to your stateroom. This is the one service where you can tip in cash. We typically tip $1/$2 when ordering room service.
Specialty Dining
Disney also offers specialty dining options for an additional fee, such as Palo (Italian cuisine) and Remy (French cuisine). These restaurants require reservations, and they offer a more upscale dining experience.
Disney Wish
Main Restaurants
Arendelle A Frozen Dining Adventure: This restaurant is inspired by the kingdom of Arendelle from Disney's Frozen. The dining experience will include live entertainment and appearances by Frozen characters like Anna, Elsa, and Olaf. The menu will feature Nordic-inspired cuisine, such as charred octopus, roasted lamb chops, and vegetarian options like pumpkin risotto.
Worlds of Marvel This restaurant is inspired by the Marvel Cinematic Universe and will be the first-ever Marvel-themed dining experience at sea. The restaurant will feature a cinematic dining adventure with immersive, interactive experiences and appearances by Marvel superheroes. The menu will feature globally-inspired cuisine, such as roasted snapper, braised short ribs, and vegetarian options like roasted cauliflower steak.
1923 This restaurant will celebrate the legacy of The Walt Disney Company, with decor inspired by the Golden Age of Hollywood. The menu will feature dishes inspired by Walt Disney's travels, such as seared ahi tuna, Wagyu beef, and vegetarian options like tomato tarte tatin.
Disney Wish Specialty Dining
Palo (Italian cuisine) and Enchante´ by Chef Arnaud Lallement
Disney Fantasy
Main Restaurants
Animator's Palate This restaurant features a Disney animation theme, with sketches and artwork displayed throughout the dining room. The menu features contemporary cuisine, with dishes like black truffle pasta purseittes and roasted wild boar tenderloin.
Royal Court This elegant restaurant is inspired by the classic Disney princesses and features regal decor like chandeliers, marble columns, and a grand staircase. The menu features French-inspired cuisine, such as escargots, roasted rack of lamb, and crème brûlée.
Enchanted Garden This restaurant is inspired by the gardens of Versailles and features a whimsical atmosphere with flower-shaped light fixtures and a fountain in the center of the dining room. The menu features dishes with a focus on fresh, seasonal ingredients, such as grilled sea bass and oven-roasted chicken.
Disney Fantasy Specialty Dining
Palo (Italian cuisine) and Remy (French cuisine)
Disney Dream
Main Restaurants
Animator's Palate This restaurant is inspired by Disney animation and features sketches and artwork from popular Disney films displayed throughout the dining room. During dinner, there's a fun show called "Animation Magic" where guests can draw their own characters on a placemat and watch them come to life on screens around the dining room. The menu features contemporary cuisine with dishes like truffle pasta, black bean chipotle cakes, and sea bass.
Royal Palace This restaurant is inspired by classic Disney fairy tales, with elegant decor and chandeliers. The menu features French-inspired cuisine, such as lobster, escargots, and rack of lamb.
Enchanted Garden This restaurant is inspired by the gardens of Versailles and features a whimsical atmosphere with flower-shaped light fixtures and a fountain in the center of the dining room. The menu features dishes with a focus on fresh, seasonal ingredients, such as roasted chicken, sea bass, and mushroom risotto.
Disney Dream Specialty Dining
Palo (Italian cuisine) and Remy (French cuisine)
Disney Magic
Main Restaurants
Animator's Palate This restaurant is inspired by Disney animation and features sketches and artwork from popular Disney films displayed throughout the dining room. The highlight of the dinner experience is a show called "Animation Magic" where guests can draw their own characters on a placemat and watch them come to life on screens around the dining room. The menu features contemporary cuisine with dishes like truffle pasta, beef tenderloin, and black bean chipotle cakes.
Lumiere's This restaurant is inspired by Disney's Beauty and the Beast, with decor featuring candelabras and rose motifs. The menu features French-inspired cuisine, such as escargots, roasted duck, and crème brûlée.
Carioca's This restaurant is inspired by South America and features a festive atmosphere with colorful murals and tropical decor. The menu features Latin American and Caribbean-inspired cuisine, such as ceviche, jerk chicken, and seafood stew.
Disney Magic Specialty Dining
Palo (Italian cuisine) and Remy (French cuisine)
Disney Wonder
Main Restaurants
Animator's Palate This restaurant is inspired by Disney animation and features sketches and artwork from popular Disney films displayed throughout the dining room. The highlight of the dinner experience is a show called "Animation Magic" where guests can draw their own characters on a placemat and watch them come to life on screens around the dining room. The menu features contemporary cuisine with dishes like black truffle pasta, roasted duck, and beef tenderloin.
Triton's This restaurant is inspired by Disney's The Little Mermaid, with decor featuring aquatic motifs like seashells and coral. The menu features French-inspired cuisine, such as escargots, lobster bisque, and roasted rack of lamb.
Tiana's Place This restaurant is inspired by Disney's The Princess and the Frog and features live music, New Orleans-style decor, and Southern-inspired cuisine. The menu features dishes like gumbo, jambalaya, and praline cheesecake.
Disney Wonder Specialty Dining
Palo (Italian cuisine) and Remy (French cuisine)