Hi Amy,
Welcome back to the Disney Parks Moms Panel! I am excited to see that you are making
advanced dining reservations!
I suggest that you check the web-based restaurant list or each restaurant's website directly as specific restaurant availability may change. Using the
web-based restaurant list, you can filter by the type of dining plan accepted. I just made a reservation for a 2019 date for the Yak and Yeti™ Restaurant. My confirmation email indicated that the Disney Dining Plan and Disney Deluxe Dining Plans will be accepted in 2019. I also checked the restaurant's web page. To do so, click on the link that says "Some Dining Plans Accepted." A pop-up menu should appear that indicates which dining plans are accepted for the dates of your visit. That pop-up menu also indicates that the restaurant accepts the Disney Dining and Disney Deluxe Dining plans for 2019.
Because I prefer to be absolutely sure before we arrive, I suggest that you call and speak to a cast member in Disney Dining at 407-939-1947. A cast member should be able to access your specific reservations and verify dining plan requirements given the specific dates of your trip and other stipulations that may be a part of your vacation package.
Amy, I trust that you will have some fabulous dining experiences while visiting the Walt Disney World Resort! Be sure to make dining reservations for character meals if you will have little ones with you. Some of our favorites are Tusker House Restaurant, The Crystal Palace, 1900 Park Fare and Chef Mickey's.
Finally, I hope you plan to take an expedition on Pandora - The World of Avatar while visiting Disney's Animal Kingdom. Sivako! Rise to the challenge!
Magic, memories and Minnie Mouse hugs,
Donyell