Hi Kathlin!
Welcome back to planDisney! How fun that you have a visit to the Happiest Place on Earth coming up soon and during the most magical time of the year!
I'm sorry to hear you were having trouble making dining reservations at
Storytellers Cafe! That's frustrating! My guess why this has been tricky for you, Kathlin, is that
Disneyland recently announced that during the
Holidays at the Disneyland Resort, Storytellers Cafe will offer festive dining experiences from November 17, 2025, through January 6, 2026, including a brand-new Mickey's Christmas Carol Feast - which looks absolutely delightful! Bookings for these offerings begin October 2, 2025, and will likely be very popular. I recommend trying again for dining reservations at Storytellers Cafe on this date.
Tip: I recommend dining at Storytellers Cafe on a day you do not plan to visit a theme park, as you do not need a theme park ticket to enter the Grand Californian Hotel. Save your dining experience at Storytellers Cafe for, perhaps, the morning of your departure day for one last magical goodbye!
I also have to mention, while you're in the area, take a peek at the Grand Californian Great Hall Cart in the hotel lobby for a little grab-and-go treat. There are always super cute seasonal goodies found here! Perfect for a gift or a "treat yourself" moment later.
I hope I was able to provide some helpful information for you, Kathlin! As you continue to prepare for your visit to the Happiest Place on Earth, don't hesitate to come back and
ask me another question! I'd love to share more about my favorite dining locations in Disneyland and my best recommendations for a truly magical time during the holidays. But, most of all, I sincerely hope you have so much fun immersed in the Disneyland magic. Say "hi" to Mickey for me!
Warmest wishes,
McCayla