Hey there, hi there, Blair! Sending you a warm California welcome to planDisney!
Can you believe your magical trip is just around the corner?! I'll bet you can practically smell the delicious, and perhaps a little silly, aromas coming from
Goofy's Kitchen right now!
Character Dining is such a special treat at the Disneyland Resort, and it's a great place to see many of your favorite Disney pals in one place for high-fives and hugs. You’re in for a wonderfully fun time!
I'm happy to share that the Disneyland Resort is incredibly accommodating to special dietary needs, including egg allergies. Chef Goofy and his talented culinary crew are experts at making sure every Guest, big or small, has a magical and safe dining experience!
When you arrive for your reservation, just let a Cast Member know about your son's allergy. It's a key part of the magic! A friendly chef will then come right to your table to chat with you about all the delicious possibilities. They can either prepare a special egg-free meal just for your son or walk you through the buffet line to point out all the wonderful, worry-free options. While the buffet is always a surprise, you can typically find tasty treasures like fresh fruit, yogurt, bacon, and sausage. A little birdie also told me that the chefs are fantastic at whipping up a special, allergy-friendly dessert so your son won't miss out on a sweet ending! This personalized attention is part of the pixie dust that makes a Disney meal so special.
And the magic doesn't stop at Goofy's Kitchen! Throughout the Disneyland Resort, you'll find that many dining locations are ready to help with allergies. Lots of
quick-service restaurants have special allergy-friendly menus. If you want to get a head start on planning your meals, you can even be a culinary detective right from your phone using the
Disneyland mobile app! Just follow these simple steps to view a menu before you go: tap the plus (+) sign in the bottom menu, select "Order Food", locate a restaurant, and tap its name. Then, just select "View Menu" and scroll down to the bottom, where you'll find the delightful allergy-friendly options. For even more helpful information, you can check out this fantastic resource on
special dietary requests.
Finally, for added peace of mind, Blair, it's helpful to know that a special, allergy-friendly meal will often arrive with a visual marker, like a colored pick, so you can easily identify it as safe for your son. This is an extra touch of magic that the Cast Members use to make sure everything is perfect! You might also consider packing some of your son's favorite egg-free snacks from home. The Disneyland Resort is very accommodating, and bringing your own snacks is a fantastic way to keep everyone happy and fueled for a day of adventures (just remember to avoid glass containers and anything that needs reheating or refrigeration).
I hope your son has a delicious and magical time at Goofy's Kitchen! With so many yummy, worry-free options available, he's sure to leave with a full belly and a heart full of happy memories. Have a blast!
Cody