Hi, Cheri!
We've dined at
Cinderella's Royal Table for breakfast, lunch and dinner, so I must tell you that they are all magical! (We've even dined there on Thanksgiving Day, and weren't disappointed.)
The food is wonderful, the ambiance can't be beat and the Princesses are always such gracious hostesses. However, if you're looking at the prices on Walt Disney World's website, that is a range of pricing, that's good for both lunch and dinner, and includes holiday seasons when prices are at the higher range. To get a precise cost for the date of your dining experience, I'd call Disney Dining at (407) WDW-DINE and speak to a Cast Member regarding both the lunch and the dinner pricing for the specific date of your visit. Take a look at the menus online, too, since there are
slight variations between lunch and dinner; you might find that a favorite item on one menu might encourage you to select one meal over the other. Why not? It's
your vacation?
Take a look at what you have planned for the rest of the day. We often choose the earliest lunch if we are visiting during the warmer months, so that we look our very best for the Princesses...and for the great photo that's included with your meal. If temperature is not an issue, you might want to plan your dinner so that you are exiting the Castle just as Guests are beginning to find their viewing spots for nighttime events. (About 30-60 minutes prior to showtime, depending on the season.)
Hope this helps! Send more questions as you think of them; I'd love to help you find just the right reservations for your vacation to WDW!