Hi there, Anna! Thank you for taking the time to visit the Disney Parks Moms Panel. I'm sure you are very excited to return to the magic shortly!
I'm so glad you asked about Disney Dining, as it is my hands down favorite topic! Walt Disney World has made some updates to their dining experiences, so procedures may differ from your last visit. Currently, advanced dining reservations are required in the theme parks and Walt Disney World Resort Hotels, and all Guests may now make dining reservations online up to 60 days in advance (previously it was 180 days). Another significant change is that along with your confirmed ADR, theme park table-service dining requires a park reservation and valid admission for that park on the same date for each person in your party (check out the
Disney Park Pass System page for more details). I understand that it's fun to have some spontaneity during your vacation. Select
Disney Springs restaurants still accept walk-ups; my Moms Panel friend, Rayna, was able to be seated immediately at
The BOATHOUSE when she went for lunch last weekend. Keep in mind, however, that since tables will be physically distanced, there is reduced capacity, so I still recommend trying to book a reservation ahead of time.
Since you're a return visitor, I'm sure you're already a pro at using the
My Disney Experience app -- through that, you can reserve dining with your fingertips! I did a quick search, and there is still plenty of availability during your travel week. You can also utilize the brand new
Mobile Dine Check-in feature, browse menus, and
mobile order food. I recommend staying tuned to the
Dining: Know Before You Go page and the
Disney Parks Blog for the most up to date information.
Mickey and I hope to see ya real soon, Anna!
Eean