Welcome to Disney Parks Moms Panel, fellow Pennsylvanian!
This is a great question; I'm so glad that you asked it!
When Guests visit
Walt Disney World, they have lots of opportunities for delicious dining, and your choice of one of several
Disney Dining Plan options is a fantastic one.
When you arrive at a
Walt Disney World Table-Service restaurant and plan to use your entitlements from your
Disney Dining Plan, your server will walk you through how to navigate the menu at that particular location. Should you wish to purchase anything that is not included in your plan, such as a drink in a souvenir cup, or an appetizer, you can add that to your check as well. Your entitlements will remove charges for anything included on the plan, leaving those additional items ordered as well as your gratuity on that bill. At the end of your delectable meal, you can pay by using a credit card, cash, or even charge that balance to your Walt Disney World Resort hotel account, if you have set up charging. Many locations also accept Disney Gift Cards, so ask your server if this is an option, too.
We love being able to splurge on a lovely meal while vacationing in The Most Magical Place on Earth, and I'm sure you will, too. It's just one more aspect of a Walt Disney World vacation that is like nothing else anywhere. Bon appetit!
Your trip is right around the corner, Sharon (so exciting!), so as you plan your stay, be sure to send us more questions. We love to help!
Andrea