Hi, Jeff!
With a few exceptions, you will need to pay gratuities on your table service meals at Walt Disney World when on the Disney Dining Plan.
Here are your exceptions where gratuities are included:
-Cinderella's Royal Table
-Dinner Shows (Hoop Dee Doo Revue, Spirit of Aloha, Mickey's Backyard BBQ.)
You can pay for your gratuities with cash, credit card, Disney Gift Card, or charge to your Key to the World card, whatever is most convenient. If your party consists of 6 or more guests, an automatic 18% gratuity will be added to your bill.
For details on the Disney Dining Plan, click
HERE. Have a great time planning your magical vacation!