Hiya John,
Welcome to planDisney! Thank you for submitting your question to us.
I am happy to help answer your question about
advanced dining reservations! I have also had a difficult time (or two) booking dining reservations for popular restaurants, but I have learned a few things along the way. I’d love to share some insights for securing dining reservations at the
Disneyland Resort!
Don’t stop continuously checking for guest cancellations! In the past, I’ve had luck checking the day before for last-minute reservations to popular locations such as
Blue Bayou Restaurant! I like to periodically check throughout the day, as guests will cancel up to 24 hours before their prior dining reservation. Once the reservation is available, be sure to grab it quickly because several other guests are also hoping for cancellations to come through and will book as soon as possible!
Tip from Tiffany: If you cannot secure a dining reservation before your visit, you may be able to join the
Mobile Dine Walk-Up List! Certain dining locations such as
Lamplight Lounge have a walk-up list that guests can join (either at the restaurant or through the
Disneyland app) to fill in any remaining tables at different times throughout the day! The walk-up list is first come, first serve, so be sure to go directly towards the restaurant at rope drop to make it onto the list!
If you have other questions about the Disneyland Resort, remember - you’ve got a friend in me!
Tiffany