Terrie:
One of the advantages to the
Fantasmic Dinner Package at Disney's Hollywood Studios is that you do not have to eat right before the show to get the reserved seating the package affords. In fact, you receive a VIP seating voucher after eating lunch or dinner, allowing you to choose your dining time and then only arrive about 20 minutes or so before the show to get your seat, instead of waiting in the long lines.
You get the biggest bang for your buck, in my opinion, from choosing
Hollywood & Vine. Many of the entrees on the Mama Melrose menu are less than $20 and the inclusion of a dessert and drink doesn't make up its cost to me. For only $10 more for your party, you can eat all you want at the large Hollywood & Vine buffet (best if you have picky eaters in your family). To top off that choice, if you make your reservation for lunch, your 6-year-old will love the Character Meet-and-Greet and fun at the restaurant.
Wishing y'all a magical vacation!
Whitney