Hey there, Valerie! Welcome to planDisney!
Valerie, one of my favorite things about each and every trip to the Walt Disney World Resort is the FOOD, so I am thrilled to help you navigate the
delights of dining. When my family and I visited this past August, I was wondering some of the same questions about outdoor dining and food-to-go options, so hopefully I can help with your plans.
First, my recommendation in requesting outdoor seating is actually to visit the restaurant in advance of your reservation time and speak with a Cast Member at the podium. While I can't guarantee your outdoor seating, in my experience, if you give enough notice, they try their hardest to accommodate requests.
Now, Valerie, let's talk about which Table-service restaurants currently are offering to-go ordering through the
My Disney Experience Mobile App. While California Grill and The Hollywood Brown Derby aren't included, there are some other wonderful options. Currently you are able to pre-order food to-go at these locations:
The Wave... of American Flavors at Disney's Contemporary Resort
Sanaa at Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas- Kidani Village
Kona Cafe at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort
Ale & Compass Restaurant at Disney's Yacht Club Resort
Three Bridges Bar & Grill at Disney's Coronado Springs Resort
Olivia's Cafe at Disney's Old Key West Resort
Valerie, since your Magical vacation is still a few weeks away, I will also encourage you to keep checking the My Disney Experience Mobile App in case new restaurants are added to the to-go options. You never know when Tinker Bell will sprinkle that pixie dust over another menu. And... before I wish you well, I have to take a moment to highlight the
2020 Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays. If you are planning to visit EPCOT, make sure to stop by your favorite booth for some sweet treats or savory holiday favorites. A bonus of snacking this way at EPCOT is the seating options (and standing high tables) outside!
Valerie, I hope this helps as you are thinking ahead to your upcoming trip. Please come back and see us here at planDisney with any other questions you might have. Wishing you a vacation that is delicious in every sense of the word.
Lauren