Disneyland Resort Mickey and Minnie Holidays parade; Christmas tree; Christmas apparel
  • On Sep 30, 2025
    Teresa from CA Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    My family is visiting Disneyland this year for Thanksgiving. We’ve been many times, but never for Thanksgiving. A few in the group are insistent that they must have a turkey dinner. Which restaurants will have a turkey meal - sit down or QSR?

    Welcome to planDisney, Teresa! Sounds like you have a very special visit to the Happiest Place on Earth coming up - and during the most magical time of the year. I'm so thrilled for you! 

    Thank you for your great question about Thanksgiving at Disneyland. While menus are always subject to change, there are usually many options for a traditional Thanksgiving meal at Disneyland Resort on Thanksgiving Day, including sit-down experiences at Goofy's Kitchen and Storytellers Cafe or quick service meals in the theme parks. While we don't have menus quite yet for quick service, last year there were delicious turkey meal options at Carnation Cafe and Plaza Inn in Disneyland Park and Flo's V-8 Cafe and Carthay Circle Restaurant in California Adventure Park. I would definitely check those out, Teresa, if you're in the park! You'll be able to see Thanksgiving Day menus for dining locations in the Disneyland app on the day of your visit. TIP: An easy way to find all of the locations at Disneyland Resort with turkey on the menu is to simply search in the Disneyland app by clicking on the magnifying glass at the bottom, then type "turkey" into the search line at the top. Easy as (pumpkin) pie!

    According to the Disneyland website, Goofy’s Kitchen will offer specially prepared Thanksgiving-inspired dishes alongside your favorite brunch and dinner favorites on November 27, 2025, including a carving station with herb-marinated turkey breast. Over at Storytellers Cafe you'll find a delightful Thanksgiving Day dinner beginning at 1:30pm which will include roasted turkey with sourdough apple stuffing and cranberry sauce. Yum! Book your Thanksgiving meal at Goofy's Kitchen or Storytellers Cafe starting October 9, 2025 - coming up soon! I recommend that you're ready to make your reservation early that morning, as these will be popular. As for Carnation Cafe and Carthay Circle Restaurant, you can make your Thanksgiving Day dining reservations now, as it is within 60 days before your visit. If you don't see your desired day or time, keep checking! 

    If you have a large group (over 8-10), Teresa, you may need to create two different dining reservations from two different Disney accounts, as some locations have a max on group size. Then, at check-in for your dining reservation, let the host know that your two groups are together.

    Don't forget about the Festive Food Marketplace - my favorite and no reservations are required! I love trying all the diverse eats and treats throughout California Adventure. It is a small world after all when you can enjoy holiday favorites from around the globe! Keep your eye on the Disney Parks Blog for Foodie Guide announcements and a little rumbly in your tumbly.

    I hope this has been helpful for you in your planning, Teresa, and that you and your loved ones have so much fun immersed in the Disneyland magic.

    Warmest wishes,
    McCayla
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Meet the Panelist: McCayla, Washington

Hello from the Pacific Northwest! I'm McCayla, a wife and mom dreaming of adventure in the great wide somewhere, yet also completely content watching Toy Story from the couch. My love of Disneyland began as a little girl on Peter Pan's Flight and only grows with each visit. But even when I'm not physically at the Happiest Place on Earth, I truly feel that same joy when I can help others (YOU!) experience the magic of Disneyland Resort too.

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