Hello, Nichole!
Picnic in the Park at Disney's Animal Kingdom Park is no longer available. However, you still have plenty of opportunities to grab a quick combination of goodies, find a nice table or bench and enjoy your leisurely meal, regrouping, just as you mentioned above. :-)
Consider picking up a soft pretzel, apples and caramel and a frozen lemonade over at Harambe Fruit Market or Asian Noodle Salad, summer rolls and bottled water at Safari Asian Kiosk. Such stops offer Guests who don't want to sit down for a more extended time or for a heavier meal but do want to grab a light bite to eat while enjoying the rest of the day in the park.
On the other hand, my family loves grabbing a quick bite at Flame Tree Barbeque, which has delicious ribs, barbecued chicken and even a gorgeous fruit plate. A visit to Animal Kingdom Park without a stop at Flame Tree, for my family, is a visit that's incomplete. Service is quick there, and there is plenty of covered seating, all with lovely views.
Take a look at the
dining options at Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park. I'm sure you'll find a few which will allow your party to regroup, relax and revive for the rest of your day. :-)
Send more questions as you think of them. I'd love to help!