Hiya Joel,
Welcome back to planDisney! Thank you for submitting your question to us.
I am happy to help answer your question about advanced dining reservations! I have also had a difficult time (or two) booking
dining reservations for popular restaurants, but I have learned a few things along the way. I’d love to share some insights for securing dining reservations at the
Disneyland Resort!
Don’t forget to continuously check for guest cancellations! In the past, I’ve had luck checking the day before for last-minute reservations to popular locations such as
Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar! I like to periodically check throughout the day, as guests will cancel up to 24 hours before their prior dining reservation. Once the reservation is available, be sure to grab it quickly because several other guests are also hoping for cancellations to come through and will grab it as soon as possible!
Tip from Tiffany: If you cannot secure a dining reservation before your visit, you may be able to join the
Mobile Dine Walk-Up List on your visit date! Certain dining locations (such as
Blue Bayou Restaurant and
Lamplight Lounge) have a walk-up list that guests can join (either at the restaurant or through the
Disneyland app) to fill in any remaining tables at different times throughout the day! The walk-up list is first come, first serve, so be sure to go directly towards the restaurant at rope drop to make it onto the list!
If you have other questions about the Disneyland Resort, remember - you’ve got a friend in me!
Tiffany