Balcony at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge; sunset
  • On Jul 9, 2026
    Susan from Nottinghamshire 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. We'll soon be staying 14nts at the Animal Kingdom Lodge and have the dining plan credit.....at which of their restaurants do we eat for breakfast? Please tell me we don't have to reserve EVERY meal at any restaurant 14 days?!

    Jambo, Susan!

    Welcome back to planDisney!  Are you ready for a wild adventure at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge?  One of my favorite Disney memories was staying in a Savanna View room when my oldest son was just two years old.  Every morning, he would wake up, grab his pretend binoculars, and race to the balcony doors to see which animals he could spot outside of our room.  What a great way to start each day!  

    Susan, Animal Kingdom Lodge offers a wonderful selection of restaurants for you to enjoy during your stay.  For breakfast, you can choose between three locations at the resort.  Regardless of which dining plan you have with your package, you'll find both Quick-Service and Table-Service options available. 

    The Mara is a Quick-Service choice where you can grab a bite to eat without needing a dining reservation.  You can either walk down to the restaurant to order at the counter or use Mobile Food and Beverage Ordering in your My Disney Experience Mobile App to order your meal before you arrive.  While you're here, I'd suggest purchasing some Zebra Domes to take back to your room for a snack later in the day - they're one of my favorite treats! 

    Kidani Village Breakfast at Sanaa is another breakfast choice that does not take reservations.  While lunch or dinner at Sanaa would redeem a Table-Service meal, at breakfast, you'll find Quick-Service options alongside grab-and-go selections.  Besides the delicious food, this restaurant also has beautiful savanna views!  

    Alternatively, Boma - Flavors of Africa is a Table-Service buffet option, and it honestly ranks among my favorite breakfast spots in Walt Disney World.  This buffet offers classic breakfast favorites such as eggs, waffles, sausage, and bacon.  In addition, you'll find some unique menu choices, such as the Avocado, Papaya, and Grapefruit Salad.  I found the variety and quality of the food to be exceptional, and I can't wait to dine here again!  Reservations are recommended for Boma, but you can also check Mobile Dine Walk-up Availability in your app when you're ready to head to the restaurant.  If you're using the Disney Dining Plan at Boma, the breakfast buffet will currently redeem one Table-Service meal per person.  

    I hope this information has been helpful, Susan, and that you enjoy a wonderful visit to Walt Disney World!  If you have any other questions, please stop by to see us again here at planDisney - we're all ears!

    Cheers!
    Kristi
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Meet the Panelist: Kristi, Maryland

Hi! I'm Kristi and I've been making magical memories at the Walt Disney World Resort since my first visit in 1989. While I cherished my childhood visits, my favorite memories have come sharing all of the excitement and wonder of a Disney Parks vacation with my husband and three boys. Whether you're planning a runDisney racecation, a trip with little ones, a land and sea adventure, or anything in between, I'm ready to help you make some bibbidi-bobbidi-beautiful plans for your next Disney Parks vacation! Learn More About Kristi

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