Hi Dominique!
Welcome to planDisney.
Thank you for asking this question. I am happy to help with anything related to Disney dining!
For any dining reservations within a Disney theme park, whether or not you are using a Disney dining plan, you will need park admission tickets to enter the park.
If you are using the Disney Dining Plan, you have
a huge selection of other wonderful restaurants - located outside of the theme parks, at Disney Springs and the Disney Resort hotels.
Some of my favourites are:
Storybook Dining with Snow White at Artist Point (Disney's Wilderness Lodge) for unique character dining with Snow White, Dopey, Grumpy and the Evil Queen;
Narcoosee's (Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa) for the location with views of Cinderella Castle, and the fireworks;
Breakfast à la Art with Mickey & Friends at Topolino's Terrace (Disney's Riviera Resort) - it's a treat to visit this elegant Disney Resort hotel, and enjoy character dining, along with wonderful views from the rooftop terrace.
Over at Disney Springs, I can't miss
Chef Art Smith's Homecomin' - the Hummingbird Cake calls my name every time!
The BOATHOUSE is another favourite of mine, and I love to watch the Amphicars!
Dining reservations can be made up to 60 days in advance, using My Disney Experience or online.
Please come back and visit us if you have any further questions. We will be happy to help you plan your magical vacation to Walt Disney World.
Sue