In June, I stayed at The Wilderness Lodge for the first time and loved it! My Mom, 14 month old son and I ate breakfast each day at Whispering Canyon Cafe located in the lobby of The Wilderness Lodge. This was also my first time eating at Whispering Canyon. It always amazes me that even though I have been to Disney 30+ times and lived/worked there for 6 months, that there are still things I have not done! Well after that first breakfast, we decided to eat there each morning and really enjoyed it!
The restaurant accepts the Disney Dining Plan and will cost you 1 table service credit for breakfast, lunch or dinner. The menu is American with a country feel. They are known for their all you can eat family style options and the ribs are a dinner time favorite. They also have a variety of healthier options.
The prices are a little less for breakfast and should be under $30 per person and lunch and dinner runs more like $15- $50 per person. Keep in mind that the higher prices are for the all you can eat options.
The food was delicious! Everything I ordered that week I loved! Below I have pulled my favorites from the menu on the Disney website!
Eggs Benedict
Poached Eggs on an English Muffin with Canadian Bacon and Barbecue-Hollandaise Sauce served with Western Home Fries
$11.99
Doc Willis’ Egg White Omelet
with Spinach, Goat Cheese, and Chipotle Pico served with fresh Fruit and a Biscuit
$11.99
My favorite thing about the restaurant was the servers. I had no idea there was a theme to the restaurant and the first day we noticed that the servers seemed very energetic! I don’t want to spoil the fun but if you do visit make sure to ask for ketchup! We also saw some guests get served with an extra large mug for a glass (like HUGE) and “security” getting called on another guest because of his “special order”. It was all in good fun and my son LOVED it! He especially loved “MJ” a server who would talk smack to everyone! He couldn’t get enough of her!
The service was great too! They were quick and the food was hot. We felt like eating there was faster than a food court which surprised us since you were getting a table service meal.
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For many, a trip to Disneyland is not complete without a meal with Disney characters. To help you navigate the different character meals at Disneyland I have put together this list of options to help you figure out what is best for your family.
There are 5 different character dining options at the Disneyland Resort. Three of the character dining experiences are in the resort hotels. Two of the experiences are in the parks.
Theme park tickets are required for the character dining option in the parks.
You don’t have to be a Disneyland resort guest to enjoy a character meal at one of the resort hotels.
Reservations are recommended and can be made 60 days before arrival through Disneyland Dining either online or by calling (714) 781-DINE.
All dining reservations require a credit card hold at Disneyland. If you fail to show for your reservation, Disneyland will charge the credit card on file $10 per person.
Character dining can be added to your Disneyland Resort package. By prepaying for your character dining, you will not have to worry about the cost at the meal and the prepayment includes tax and tip.
Character dining at the resort hotels:
Goofy’s Kitchen – The most popular Disneyland Character Dining experience
Buffett Cost: $27.99 – $37.99 per adult and $14.99 – $16.99 per child
Brunch Buffett includes 5 food stations offering traditional breakfast items such as omelets and Mickey pancakes and waffles, salads, desserts and kids items including mac and cheese and chicken nuggets. Save room for a slice of Goofy’s famous peanut butter and jelly pizza!
Dinner Buffett includes 5 buffet stations with hearty fare including carved meats, fish, salads, veggies, hot dogs, pizza, Goofyroni and cheese and hot and cold desserts.
Family photos are taken before entering the restaurant with Goofy. Characters visit each table.
Storyteller’s Café – The Chip and Dale Critter Breakfast
Location: Disney’s Grand Californian Resort and Spa
Menu: Breakfast Buffet or Ala Carte Menu
Hours: 7:00AM – 11:25AM
Buffet Cost: $28.99 Adult and $13.99 Child
Buffett includes omelets, cameral French toast, mickey shaped waffles, fruit and pastries
Characters visit each table
Surf’s Up! Breakfast with Mickey and Friends
Location: Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel
Menu: Breakfast Buffet
Hours: 7:30AM – 11:00AM
Buffett Cost: $31.99 for adults and $16.99 for children
Cost: $32.99 – $36.99 for adults and $17.99 – $19.99 for children
Breakfast is a plated meal with options including Belgian waffles, frittatas and traditional American breakfasts. A breakfast pastry and fruit tray is brought to each table.
Lunch is a plated meal including soup or salad, entrée and shared dessert tray. Entrée options include fresh catch of the day, barbecue tri-tip meat and vegetarian options.
This is the only table service high-end character dining at Disneyland. Four or five princess visit each table at this “fancy” meal.
Breakfast in the Park with Minnie and Friends
Location: Disneyland Park at The Plaza Inn on Main Street
Menu: Breakfast Buffet
Hours: 8:00AM – 11:00AM (depending on extra magic hours)
Cost: $23.99 for adults and $11.99 for children
Breakfast buffet includes made to order omelets, mickey waffles, French toast, biscuits and gravy, breakfast meats, pastries and fruits.
The Plaza Inn is located the end of Main Street with views of Sleeping Beauty’s Castle. Seating is available both inside and on the patio. Characters visit each table to sign autographs and take pictures.
No matter which Disneyland Character Dining Experience you choose, remember to bring your camera, autograph book, and sit back and enjoy the fun and food.
Contact me today to learn more about Disneyland character dining and for free vacation planning from an authorized Disney Vacation Planner.
Kim Rowland Authorized Disney Vacation Planner MickeyTravels
1-480-226-7169
krowland@mickeytravels.com
The Yak and Yeti restaurant is a favorite for Disney travelers of all ages. Located in Animal Kingdom, this is the number one choice for pan-Asian food! The restaurant is inside a cozy village home and is very comfortable for dining in or taking away. Yak and Yeti has a unique atmosphere and is decorated by the souvenirs of the proprietor’s travels to Southeast Asia so there is always something to admire. The homey feel of the restaurant is reason alone to make Yak and Yeti a priority!
Inspired by Southeast Asian flare, guests can enjoy sweet-and-sour chicken, tempura-battered shrimp, pork pot stickers, and more classic favorites! Vegetarian and kid-friendly options are also available to please the whole family. Guests of age can also enjoy specialty alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks at the full service bar, such as famous Asian beers, wine, and chilled sake. If you still have room, don’t leave for your next adventure without fried wontons with fresh pineapple and ice cream for dessert!
Yak and Yeti is open for lunch and dinner beginning at 11:00 AM. This restaurant is known for its outstanding service and it is definitely justified. Reservations are recommended for the sit down service of the restaurant but any park guests are welcome to visit the market which sells regional treasures such as intricate teapots, silk goods, and saris. Yak and Yeti is an awesome, family friendly treat for guests in the Animal Kingdom craving some traditional Asian flavor!
For more information about Yak & Yeti and how we can book your reservation AND plan your entire Disney vacation for FREE, visit our website, www.mickeytravels.com or give us a call at 1-888-812-8750! We will be very happy to share with you all about Disney Discounts and Deals and News.
Erin Breen
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MickeyTravels www.mickeytravels.com
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