Welcome to planDisney, Michelle! I'm a big fan of the Disney dining plans for the flexibility and convenience they offer to a Walt Disney World Resort vacation package! My favorite part is knowing I've already paid the bill, and can just sit back, relax, and enjoy feasting on all the delicious food offerings at the parks and resorts!
Michelle, there are two options for
Disney dining plans, so I'm going to give you the breakdown of each one and the current adult and child prices. Keep in mind prices are subject to change, so always check for up-to-date pricing online when you add these options to your Disney vacation package.
Option 1:
Disney Quick-Service Dining Plan - Adult price: $57.01/person/night of stay
- Child price: $23.83/person/night of stay (available to guests ages 3-9)
With the Disney Quick-Service Dining Plan, each member of your party will receive two quick-service meals per night of your visit, one snack per night of your visit, and one resort-refillable mug for the duration of your stay (up to 14 days). These mugs can be used at any Disney Resorts Collection hotel, not just the one you are staying at, but they cannot be refilled inside the theme parks. Each quick-service meal offers an entree and a non-alcoholic (or alcoholic beverage for guests 21 years of age or older).
Option 2:
Disney Dining Plan - Adult price: $94.28/person/night of stay
- Child price: $29.69/person/night of stay (available to guests ages 3-9)
With the Disney Dining Plan, each member of your party will receive one quick-service meal per night of your visit, one table-service meal per night of your visit, one snack per night of your visit, and one resort-refillable mug.
So the next question is...how do you choose? My recommendation is to consider your family's vacation style and budget; if you are more on the go and don't like to spend time at sit-down meals, the quick-service plan will be your best option. If you prefer to take breaks, dine with characters, or want to experience some of the dinner shows or signature dining options, the Disney Dining Plan might suit your family better! Either way, you will be able to use
Mobile Ordering and track all of your meals and snacks through your
My Disney Experience mobile app throughout your vacation! Did you know you will also be given all of your meals and snacks upfront on your date of check-in to use as you wish? This added flexibility is a great way to splurge on some extra snacks at an EPCOT festival or share a meal when your appetite isn't as hearty after a few too many Mickey bars!
I hope this has been helpful, Michelle! No matter which dining plan you choose, you're going to have plenty of delicious offerings to sample!
Bon Appetit,
Alison