large family coming out of Cinderella Castle; multigenerational; boys
  • On Oct 17, 2024
    Oonagh from West Midlands Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    Hi, I have noticed that restaurants add an 18% gratuity to the bill for table of 6 or more. Our 6th member will be 8 months old!!! (we have to book for 6 according to the website) Will we still get the 18% automatically added?

    Welcome, Oonagh, to planDisney, where we answer all of your Disney vacation planning questions!

    Currently, an 18% gratuity is automatically added to the bill for parties of 6 or more dining at most table-service restaurants at the Walt Disney World Resort, regardless of the age of the Guests. However, remember that you will be charged a gratuity on the total amount of your bill. So, unless you are ordering something additional specifically for your infant, you will not be charged a gratuity for them, as children under the age of 3 can typically eat off of your plate or eat for free at most buffet or family-style restaurants at the resort. Also, note that at this time, certain dining experiences, like Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue and Cinderella's Royal Table, include gratuity already in your dining cost, so you will not be charged an extra gratuity for those experiences.

    One of my bucket list family-style dining restaurants at the resort is Garden Grill Restaurant in EPCOT. I've been planning on dining at this restaurant for the last few trips, but I usually prioritize attractions over food in the mornings, so I never end up making it there. Well, that's going to change this coming January. My husband and I are taking my brother and dad, and I think they'll really like it. So I'm going to make that reservation and stick to it! And if I don't, I'm pretty sure my husband will remind me that I won't stop talking about this restaurant and we have to go! I also have to make it to 1900 Park Fare at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. A delicious buffet in a grand setting with the possibility of seeing Aladdin, Princess Tiana, Mirabel, and Cinderella? Yes, please!

    Oonagh, enjoy all of your culinary experiences at the resort. If you have any other questions, we're here for you!

    Anyone can cook, but only the fearless can be great,
    Matt
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Meet the Panelist: Matt, New Jersey

Well hello there! I'm Matt and I'm a Disney-loving husband, teacher, and uncle from New Jersey. You can often find me tasting my way around an EPCOT festival, rope-dropping Magic Kingdom Park, or conquering all of the Disney Mountains. I can't wait to help you reach out and find your happily ever after on your next Walt Disney World Resort vacation! Learn More About Matt

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