Hello, Jennifer!
Thanks so much for stopping by. It's a pleasure to help a fellow planner here at planDisney!
Dining reservations at the Disneyland Resort open 60 days in advance, and this system is the same regardless of your type of hotel stay. You will be able to book one day at a time, so it's wise to set up alarms for every day of your trip. Now let's talk about favorites (and thanks for asking about my experiences)!
I absolutely love the food at Disney California Adventure Park, so I'll give you more than one favorite. The food at
Carthay Circle is exquisite for both meals, and the menu is entirely different for
lunch and
dinner. The lunch bao buns are incredible, and the lettuce wraps are extraordinary. If you like dessert, the Hazelnut Crunch Mickey Pop is a must-do!
I also like to have dinner at the
Lamplight Lounge because
Pixar Pier is gorgeous at night. Their donuts are amazing!
My favorite place for table service lunch at the Disneyland Resort is the
Carnation Cafe. I also suggest a dinner
Fantasmic! Dining Package at
River Belle Terrace. This will grant you an extraordinary view!
I hope you can book all the tables you want, Jennifer. I will be crossing my fingers for you!
May the magic be with you,
Julie