Hiya Heather!
Welcome to planDisney! Just today I was reminiscing about the last time I ate at
Garden Grill Restaurant at EPCOT. I was with my friends and it was such a memorable night. I hope you get to make some special memories too!
Garden Grill Restaurant serves Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner within the Land Pavilion in EPCOT. If you have one of the first
dining reservations of the day which is 8:30 am you will be able to enter the Park even without
Early Theme Park Entry privileges. You will need to look for a Cast Member with a sign noting the entrance for dining reservation holders. Cast Members will grant you entrance but you will not be able to enjoy any attractions until the official Park opening time. I advise you to have your reservation viewable on your
My Disney Experience App or printed out to show as proof.
Make sure to give yourself plenty of time to get through security and any lines so that you are not late for your dining reservation. Since you are going to be in the Land Pavilion I suggest heading straight to my favorite nearby rides:
Soarin' Around the World and
Living with the Land. What a splendid way to start the day! Hugs from Chip, Mickey, Pluto, and Dale followed by the beauty of this word.
I hope this helps and you have a delicious time!
Happy Planning!
-Nimmy