Jambo, Jim! Welcome back to the Disney Parks Moms Panel! Let's head over to the savanna and plan an amazing dining experience for your family!
I'm going to throw you a bit of a curve ball here, because the absolute best place to see animals while enjoying a fabulous meal isn't in Disney's Animal Kingdom Park. It's over at
Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge, the Resort hotel right next door. That's where you'll find
Sanaa, a hidden gem featuring a blend of
African- and Indian-inspired food and decor, and giant picture windows looking over a savanna that is home to giraffes, zebras and other incredible animals.
Sanaa serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, with adventurous choices for adults and a kids' menu that will make your young diner happy as well. Be sure to order the bread service - it's one of Sanaa's signature offerings, and my favorite part of any meal here.
But the star of this show is the animals! The dining room offers incredible views, some of them very close up. After you've eaten, visit the lobby concierge desk for a wildlife guide, then explore the Resort hotel for even more glimpses of the animals.
Jim, you can easily take a bus from
Disney's Animal Kingdom Park to Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge. Sanaa is located in the Resort's Kidani Village, one of only two stops your bus will make. It's definitely worth the short trip, and you can always head back to the Theme Park afterward.
I hope this helps you plan a magical experience for your family, Jim, and please come visit us again if you have any more questions.
Kathy K.