Hello, Jennifer! Most families have at least one picky eater in their midst. I have oodles of experience with my own kiddos, and I'd be happy to give you some food for thought!
My first suggestion is to familiarize yourself with the
Walt Disney World restaurant menus, which are readily available online. There are so many fantastic dining options, but the last thing you want is to arrive at a restaurant only to discover that there's nothing on the menu that appeals to your son. During our trips, we've asked for and received adult-sized portions of entrees on the kids' menu, including French fries, at Table-Service restaurants. Even restaurants with international cuisine, such as
Spice Road Table,
Monsieur Paul, and the
Biergarten Restaurant, will typically have items available for the most selective Mouseketeers, such as fries, macaroni and cheese, chicken tenders, and pizza. It is the goal of every Cast Member to make your trip as magical as possible, so it never hurts to ask; just realize that this policy is at the discretion of the restaurant, so your mileage may vary.
My husband and I often like to dine at Signature Restaurants, and our favorites are
California Grill and
Jiko - The Cooking Place. Even if my teenage boys can't find an entree to their liking, they can almost always find an appetizer to substitute as their main meal (just ask your server). My steak loving middle son surprised me a few years ago by ordering the Grilled Wild Boar Tenderloin off the appetizer menu, and he's been talking about it ever since!
I have to admit, even I like a helping of Mickey Mac and Cheese from time to time! Buffets are a great place for adults and kids to graze from a variety of selections. I had dinner at
1900 Park Fare last week, and I was only a little bit embarrassed that Prince Charming saw my plate heaped with chicken nuggets and fries (I threw a few greens beans on my plate for good measure).
Jennifer, if you need additional advice with dining recommendations or if you have any more trip-planning questions, remember we're all EARs!
Eean