See Dining (Specific Restaurants: Disney Springs, Lounges, and Resorts) and Dining (Specific Restaurants: Theme Parks) for discussion of specific restaurants at the Walt Disney World Resort
See Guests for more info on dining Solo or with groups. See Celebrations for Holiday Dining.
See Outside WDW for discussion of offsite restaurants

General

Major Episodes
Episode 2453 - Mexican Food & Drinks Around Walt Disney World

Episode 2434 - We "Champion" Some Underdog Walt Disney World & Disneyland Restaurants

Episode 2430 - Pizza, Pizza Everywhere Around Walt Disney World

Episode 2426 - Current Thoughts On Virtual Queues, Country Bears, Popcorn Buckets, Dining at DHS, More (37:36-42:30)

Episode 2417 - 6-Hour Live Show From Give Kids The World Village – Hour 4 – Drafting Our Ultimate Disney Park From Existing Disney Experiences, More

Episode 2395 - Best Places To Get ”Stuffed” at Walt Disney World

Episode 2391 - Unwritten Rules For Walt Disney World & Disney Cruise Line (13:22-16:36)

Episode 2387 - Jollywood Nights Preview & Where In Walt Disney World or Disneyland Would You.. (32:04-43:27)

Episode 2367 - Top Dining Options Around Walt Disney World Without ADRs

Episode 2363 - Finding Spooky Places Around Walt Disney World

Episode 2339 - Pairing Things Up Around Walt Disney World

Episode 2313 - Guess That Walt Disney World Restaurant

Episode 2301 - ”Sleeper” Table-Service Restaurants at Walt Disney World

Episode 2289 - ”Sleeper” Quick-Service Restaurants at Walt Disney World

Episode 2270 - The Best Dark Rides, Meals at Walt Disney World, & Souvenir Locations - Disney Draft Style (23:56-39:25)

Episode 2258 - Interesting Eats Around Walt Disney World

Episode 2229 - Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort Revisited (23:38-30:23)

Episode 2220 - One Cast Member, One Question

Episode 2216 - Boardwalk Villas, Live Entertainment Focus, Holiday Magic, December 2022 (10:02-17:28)

Episode 2192 - Spending A Day On The Disney Skyliner Loop

Episode 2185 - Disney’s Polynesian Villas, VIP Tours, Driving When Flight Canceled, Genie+, More (31:23-37:09)

Episode 2184 - Ranking Various Walt Disney World Experiences

Episode 2181 - Things That Legit Scare Us at Walt Disney World

Episode 2169 - 5 Good Minutes With Mike (20:08-23:53)

Episode 2144 - Fall Dining at Walt Disney World

Episode 2083 - Disney’s Polynesian Village, Disney Golf, Spring Surprise, California Grill, More (27:36-34:13)

Episode 2075 - Planning a Very Last-Minute Walt Disney World Vacation

Episode 2065 - Turning a Passion for Disney Snacks into an App - ParkSnacker.com

Episode 2057 - Disney’s Copper Creek Villas & Riviera Resorts, Character Meets & Dining, Family Fun (23:40-26:16)

Episode 2049 - Disney’s Riviera & Old Key West Resorts, Universal’s Cabana Bay, Amazing Dining, More (35:22-41:47)

Episode 2045 - Disney’s Boardwalk Villas & Caribbean Beach Resorts, Genie Plus Tips, Star Wars Experiences, More (31:07-33:59)

Episode 2044 - Top 3 Experiences at Disney Springs, WDW Resorts, WDW Dining, More

Episode 2037 - Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, Extended Family of 12, Cinderella’s Royal Table, Genie Plus, More (23:52-26:29)

Episode 2030 - Disney’s Beach Club, Yacht Club, and Boardwalk Inn Resorts (27:30-32:30)

Episode 2023 - runDisney Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend 2022 Recap (51:38-52:37)

Episode 2018 - Jambo House 2 Bedroom Villa, Capture Your Moment, 1st Birthday Celebration, More (33:03-35:23)

Episode 2017 - The Mount Rushmore of Walt Disney World Resorts, Attractions, & Restaurants (24:44-41:49)

Episode 2009 - Disney‘s Fort Wilderness Campground - RV-Style, No Theme Parks, Great Meals, More (22:54-25:17)

Episode 2006 - Polynesian Villas, Toddler Trip, Creative Dining, September 2021 (33:38-40:04)

Episode 1992 - runDisney Weekends for Non-Runners (24:42-28:11)

Episode 1964 - Friends Disneyland 2-Day Adventure; Eating Vegan at Disneyland

Episode 1949 - Beach & Yacht Club, Family of 4, Great Memories, July 2021 (27:56-34:06)

Episode 1933 - Mike’s Epic Three Resort Walt Disney World Trip Report (11:34-17:16)

Episode 1927 - Disney’s Yacht Club & Grand Floridian Resorts, Daughter’s 1st Trip, March 2021 (24:54-28:52)

Episode 1922 - You Scream, I Scream, We All Scream for Ice Cream at Walt Disney World

Episode 1918 - When Are We “Back” at Walt Disney World?

Episode 1915 - Walt Disney World Restaurants (with a Twist)

Episode 1907 - Post-Pandemic Planning Tips for Walt Disney World (10:42-14:05)

Episode 1900 - Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, Park/Non-Park Balance, Outdoor Dining, Spring Break 2021 (32:57-34:36; 43:44-44:38)

Episode 1886 - Boardwalk Villas Lock-Off, Family of 5, Great Parks, Meals, Memories - January 2021 (39:06-42:42)

Episode 1885 - Roundtable Tips for a Better WDW Trip (16:21-27:23)

Episode 1882 - Finding YOUR Nostalgia at Walt Disney World (33:13-36:45)

Episode 1881 - Walt Disney World Experiences That Still Amaze Us (30:54-32:02)

Episode 1878 - Art of Animation for 2 Weeks, Great Meals and Thrils, January 2021 (29:25-35:21)

Episode 1877 - Planning Listener Chip’s Trip Live

Episode 1869 - He Asked; She Said Yes! Caribbean Beach/Coronado Springs, Many Memories (37:33-39:48)

Episode 1864 - Stuff on Carts at Walt Disney World

Episode 1856 - Best Bets for Outdoor Dining at Walt Disney World

Episode 1815 - Riviera Resort, Copper Creek Villas, Thanksgiving 2020 (35:25-38:27)

Episode 1810 - Win, Fail, Meh - 2020 (14:34-22:17) Buffets vs. prix-fixe menus

Episode 1795 - Old Key West, Perfect Birthday, Prizes, October 2020 (29:11-32:35)

Episode 1791 - Pop Century, Dining Tips, Halloween Celebrations, October 2020 (28:15-32:54)

Episode 1778 - Best Walt Disney World Resort Dining Open Right Now

Episode 1774 - Best Walt Disney World Theme Park Dining Bets Open Right Now

Episode 1766 - Walt Disney World After Dark in 2020 (10:53-15:15)

Episode 1759 - 3 Weeks, 4 Resorts, and Working from Walt Disney World (33:09-37:02)

Episode 1758 - First Thing in the Morning at WDW (15:11-22:39)

Episode 1746 - A Whole “Different” World (13:47-15:56; 31:12-33:21)

Episode 1741 - Trapped in Tomorrowland (18:48-29:17)

Episode 1737 - Travel Tips and Experiences from July 2020 at Disney’s Riviera Resort (30:15-33:00)

Episode 1735 - Stop - Sip - Snack

Episode 1713 - Disney’s All-Star Music - August 2019 (38:45-40:14)

Episode 1693 - Fun Outside Of the Theme Parks - Summer 2020 (33:09-35:18)

Episode 1681 - Would You Rather with Live Calls (14:49-25:35)

Episode 1675 - The Short-Term Normal - The Magic Kingdom (After 30:58)

Episode 1669 - Bring Back Three (11:29-23:45)

Episode 1642 - Be Our Guest Podcast Community Check-In: April 10, 2020: Best WDW Entrees

Episode 1640 - Be Our Guest Podcast Community Check-in: April 9, 2020: Dining Outside at WDW

Episode 1579 - If I Knew Then What I Know Now (18:29-26:04)

Episode 1552 - Disney’s Caribbean Beach vs. Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Resort (28:29-34:27)

Episode 1535 - Mike, Pam, and Rikki Live from the Boardwalk Villas (38:57-41:55)

Episode 1534 - Live Calls, Galaxy’s Edge, Disney Dining, Christmas, More (After 47:55)

Episode 1516 - Walt Disney World: Overrated & Underrated (13:33-16:10) Plastic Cheese

Episode 1510 - Simple, Obvious Improvements for Walt Disney World (4:31-14:22)

Episode 1504 - Disney’s Wilderness Lodge vs. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Resorts (18:34-34:49)

Episode 1495 - Are You Looking for Something New at Walt Disney World? (9:46-17:37)

Episode 1474 - Time to Cut One at Walt Disney World (12:11-15:01; 17:51-21:09; 30:02-36:26)

Episode 1468 - Wagons, Smoking, Ice, & Disney Dreaming (28:25-32:15)

Episode 1444 - Taking Toddlers to Walt Disney World (10:51-19:10)

Episode 1411 - 2018 Epcot Festival of the Holidays Review

Episode 1402 - Dining Challenges and Opportunities at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Episode 1400 - Copper Creek Villas, Royal Pacific, Summer 2018 (36:25-38:50) Vegetarians

Episode 1393 - ITFFF - Walt Disney World Restaurants

Episode 1360 - Last-Minute Trip Tips for Walt Disney World (16:36-23:35)

Episode 1345 - Our Favorite Dining and Snacking Locations at Walt Disney World

Episode 1315 - 4 New Dining Experiences For Your Next Walt Disney World Vacation

Episode 1293 - Where NOT to Wait in Line at Walt Disney World (13:13-17:11) Counter Service

Episode 1269 - Agony & Ecstacy of a Last-Minute Trip (11:11-22:00)

Episode 1258 - Talking Disney Food with a Not-So-Evil Stepmother

Episode 1218 - The Next 3 Counter-Service Restaurants

Episode 1215 - The Next 3 Table-Service Restaurants

Episode 1185 - Random Walt Disney World Restaurant Menus (Again!)

Episode 1167 - Best Quick-Service Meals at Walt Disney World

Episode 1050 - Start with Apps (36:57-37:20) Lines

Episode 1024 - Disney Vets Bring 1st Timers to Walt Disney World (18:18-23:11)

Episode 1020 - Unofficial Guide Reader Survey Results with Len Testa (After 16:10)

Episode 997 - Hour 6 of 12-Hour Live Show for Give Kids the World - Underrated WDW Restaurants

Episode 993 - Name That Disney Restaurant Again

Episode 969 - Guess That Walt Disney World Restaurant

Episode 952 - Surviving Christmas Week at WDW (19:22-20:56)

Episode 900 - Never Been There, Not Done That (15:12-31:38)

Episode 870 - Random WDW Restaurant Menus

Episode 850 - IFTTT WDW-Style (Alternatives)

Episode 840 - WDW Restaurants That Need Love

Episode 804 - Mount Rushmore of WDW Restaurants

Episode 565 - A Deluxe Dining Trip Report

Episode 544 - Old Key West, Animal Kingdom Lodge, Family Fun-MENTIONED THROUGHOUT EPISODE

Episode 409: Goofy Challenge, Great Meals, and Driving

Episode 367: The Polynesian, Great Dining, and Family

Episode 348: AJ Wolfe from Disneyfoodblog.com

Episode 341: Our Top 3 ADR Choices Right Now

Episode 285: Our Last Meal and Attraction at WDW

Episode 250 - Mike’s Dining Adventures

Episode 243 - DVC, Wilderness Lodge, Pop Century, and Great Meals

Episode 226 - Disney Dining Considerations

Episode 220 - Restaurants That Surprised Us

Episode 218 - “Plussing” your Dining Experience

Episode 168 - Last Minute Dining Options

Episode 126 - Outdoor Dining at WDW

Episode 12: Sister and Brother Trip, MVMCP, Dining Options

Listener Questions
Episode 2447 - Listener Questions
-23:23 Cindy seeks a good dinner option to enjoy with her husband and seven-year-old daughter

Episode 2437 - Listener Questions
-8:38 Julie comments on overlooked restaurants at Walt Disney World
-35:08 Caitlin seeks a good restaurant for her family's first night at Walt Disney World. 1900 Park Fare is discussed

Episode 2432 - Listener Questions
-11:49 Natalie ponders the best quick service restaurant at the Magic Kingdom

Episode 2428 - Listener Questions
-29:19 Jane asks if Disney will offer any food at the vacant booths between the end of the Flower and Garden Festival and the start of the Food and Wine Festival

Episode 2393 - Listener Questions
-42:26 Marie asks about touring Walt Disney World for three days with a first-time visitor, who is also running the Dopey Challenge. Snacks and dining are discussed

Episode 2377 - Listener Questions
-18:57 Alfred asks about informing restaurants and Pop Century of his birthday

Episode 2365 - Listener Questions
-35:34 Kat seeks activities for the morning of Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party, including visiting Epcot, and ponders a good restaurant for a pre-party dinner

Episode 2357 - Listener Questions
-7:43 Richard asks the hosts to name restaurants and rides at Walt Disney World that they have never experienced
-18:27 Alan seeks the best spots for pizza at or around Walt Disney World

Episode 2353 - Listener Questions
-18:48 Abel wonders if the new building at the Polynesian will incorporate a restaurant

Episode 2349 - Listener Questions
-35:40 Megan seeks a good World Showcase restaurant for dinner
-40:36 Adam asks about snacking around the world at Epcot during Food and Wine instead of eating a single sit-down dinner

Episode 2333 - Listener Questions
-19:33 Karen ponders the best-value quick service restaurants in each theme park. Sunshine Seasons and Connections Cafe are discussed

Episode 2329 - Listener Questions
-25:28 Paul ponders restaurants at Walt Disney World that enforce a dress code

Episode 2321 - Listener Questions
-23:13 Cindy ponders the best quick service restaurant in each park for the dining plan
-36:34 Kara decides among staying at Coronado Springs, Saratoga Springs, and Boardwalk for a Princess Weekend trip with her husband, and seeks a good restaurant for their vacation

Episode 2311 - Listener Questions
-8:33 Michelle seeks a good restaurant for first time Disney visitors
-25:19 Dave ponders good options for solo table service dining and asks if ADRs are necessary for the bar at Topolino's. Biergarten is discussed

Episode 2307 - Listener Questions
-40:16 Stephanie seeks a good, quiet restaurant for a party of seven

Episode 2299 - Listener Questions
-19:35 Diane asks about dining and shopping options at Epcot's After Hours events

Episode 2295 - Listener Questions
-28:17 Rick and Jennifer comment on possible Monte Cristo sandwiches at Tortuga Tavern and the Plaza

Episode 2291 - Listener Questions
-26:34 Scott ponders the best buffet at Walt Disney World

Episode 2279 - Listener Questions
-15:15 Jenna ponders a good place for a quiet meal inside each of the four theme parks
-38:49 Ashley seeks a good dinner option to celebrate her twenty-fifth wedding anniversary

Episode 2268 - Listener Questions
-29:12 Michelle seeks the best Deluxe Resort restaurant for dinner prior to a long race. Trattoria al Forno is discussed

Episode 2260 - Listener Questions
-8:30 Julie seeks a good activity and/or dining possibility for the one child-free night of her vacation. The Boardwalk is discussed

Episode 2246 - Listener Questions
-27:17 Greg ponders a good place to eat lunch after checking out of the Beach Club
-28:43 Jacob seeks a good signature table service restaurant for a solo tourist

Episode 2242 - Listener Questions
-27:13 Seth seeks good dining options during a stay at the Boardwalk

Episode 2239 - Listener Questions
-38:46 Christopher ponders the best hamburger at Walt Disney World and decides between a fireworks cruise and a Savor the Savanna tour for a birthday

Episode 2223 - Listener Questions
-25:20 Christopher ponders the best sit-down restaurants for solo tourists
-34:00 Jessica asks about touring Epcot on Valentine's Day, especially in regards to dining and Festival of the Arts

Episode 2214 - Listener Questions
-25:16 Hartford comments on vegetarian dining options at Walt Disney World

Episode 2206 - Listener Questions
-32:41 Liz asks about dress code protocol at Disney's signature restaurants, especially concerning guests coming directly from a theme park
-41:34 George seeks a good experience to introduce a first-time guest from Britain to Walt Disney World. George also seeks good vegetarian options at Walt Disney World

Episode 2198 - Listener Questions
-14:27 Ashley ponders the best way to spend a non-park day at Walt Disney World. Dining is discussed

Episode 2182 - Listener Questions
-15:20 Ean decides between making a dinner ADR for after the Walt Disney World Marathon and eating at the club-level lounge at Coronado Springs. Topolino is discussed
-31:34 John discusses the benefits of joining the Landry's Select Club for Yak and Yeti, Rainforest Cafe, and T-Rex Cafe
-43:33 Catherine seeks the best Mexican restaurant at Walt Disney World, emphasizing fajitas. Maya Grill and La Hacienda de San Angel are discussed

Episode 2170 - Listener Questions
-19:24 Katie ponders the experience at the Celebration at the Top: 50th Flavors and Fireworks in the Contemporary
-40:58 Natalie asks about rental houses in Central Florida and wonders if Uber Eats can deliver to Disney resorts from onsite restaurants

Episode 2158 - Listener Questions
-24:00 Brad seeks a good restaurant at which to conclude a vacation with a party of fifteen

Episode 2154 - Listener Questions
-30:00 Stephanie seeks a good pre-Thanksgiving meal at Walt Disney World
-39:45 Mike seeks a good restaurant at which to eat on Epcot's fortieth anniversary, October 1, 2022

Episode 2134 - Listener Questions
-17:32 Rhonda Lee seeks a good restaurant at which to celebrate completing the Dopey Challenge

Episode 2126 - Listener Questions
-26:17 Alan seeks a good restaurant at which to celebrate finishing the Walt Disney World Marathon

Episode 2122 - Listener Questions
-18:10 Delaney and Luke seek a good place to eat dinner on their first wedding anniversary, the night before running the Walt Disney World Marathon

Episode 2111 - Listener Questions
-17:18 Matt seeks good dining options for a solo traveler
-34:07 Samantha seeks good places for healthy food prior to Marathon Weekend

Episode 2107 - Listener Questions
-38:25 Eric seeks a good table service dinner for his family. Hollywood and Vine is discussed

Episode 2097 - More Listener Questions
-23:13 Whitney seeks good dining options for adults at Walt Disney World

Episode 2085 - Listener Questions
-11:10 Steven asks about experiencing the Skyliner as an offsite guest and dining at restaurants near the line with a party including members with Celiac disease. Parking at onsite resorts is discussed
-17:24 Christopher ponders good quick service meals and snacks at or near each of the four theme parks

Episode 2073 - Listener Questions
-17:43 Sean asks about horseback riding at the Tri-Circle-D Ranch and ponders a good place for a romantic dinner

Episode 2066 - Listener Questions
-32:53 Jennifer ponders good table service restaurants with four-year-old twins that have vegan options

Episode 2062 - Listener Questions
-12:42 Sherry asks if she should keep her arrival day ADR for Brown Derby when she wants to ride many attractions using Genie+
-37:39 Matt seeks the best Epcot restaurant for concert packages

Episode 2058 - Listener Questions
-10:34 Diane ponders the most child-friendly fine dining restaurant at Walt Disney World

Episode 2054 - Listener Questions
-7:08 The panel discusses forthcoming changes at the Boardwalk, including the repurposing of ESPN Club and the Boardwalk Bakery, and the renovation of the common areas and rooms. The Odyssey at Epcot and sports in general are discussed
-23:13 James ponders the best quick-service restaurant seating areas in terms of atmosphere for people bringing their own food
-37:31 Hailey asks if her ten-year-old daughter can order kids meals at character dining venues if the adult price is still paid

Episode 2042 - Listener Questions
-26:07 Curtis asks about etiquette for visiting a restaurant just to order lightly and take in the atmosphere. Tipping is discussed
-41:52 Tom ponders the best table service restaurant at Epcot
-42:07 Lisa asks about getting substantial snacks, such as corn dogs and nachos, at the Boardwalk
-42:53 Kevin decides between keeping an ADR at Topolino's, keeping an ADR at Citricos, and holding out for an ADR at Narcoossee's

Episode 2036 - Listener Questions
-22:44 Sarah asks if reentry to a park is guaranteed if one has a Park Pass reservation and leaves the park for a break. Sarah also ponders good dining options for July 4
-29:54 Kim asks about booking ADRs for an eight-person group as two groups of four instead of one group of eight on the My Disney Experience app. Kim also seeks a good restaurant for a large group

Episode 2032 - Listener Questions
-19:32 Christina ponders the best place for a quick breakfast near the Yacht Club. The My Disney Experience app is discussed. Rikki mentions Trattoria al Forno has poached eggs
-22:31 Suzanne asks if the Brown Derby has outdoor seating and wonders if Disney is still offering socially-distanced dining at the table service restaurants
-27:51 Amy discusses dining at the Boardwalk

Episode 2028 - Listener Questions
-23:38 Ryan ponders a good restaurant for lunch at Epcot
-26:48 Whitney seeks a good restaurant for dinner near the Magic Kingdom

Episode 2022 - Listener Questions
-14:11 Heather ponders good restaurants to celebrate a twentieth wedding anniversary. Topolino's is discussed
-37:01 Candy ponders good restaurants for dinner around park closing time

Episode 2016 - Listener Questions
-38:20 Jamie seeks must-do activities for a first-time visitor to Walt Disney World who is an avid golfer. Dining is discussed

Episode 2010 - Listener Questions
-36:54 Sherry asks if the Magic Kingdom's restaurants are open during extended evening hours

Episode 2004 - Listener Questions
-22:37 Jenny asks about dining with a picky eater at Epcot and Disney's Hollywood Studios. Jenny also asks if an adult can order off the children's menu

Episode 1980 - Listener Questions
-9:56 Camille asks how far in advance she can utilize mobile ordering, whether the process is efficient, and whether she can just order at the restaurant

Episode 1973 - Listener Questions
-30:30 Tanja seeks tips for mobile ordering in the Magic Kingdom on October 1. Hidden gem restaurants in the park are discussed

Episode 1969 - Listener Questions
-33:12 Julianne wonders if Disney restaurants are still implementing physical distancing protocol

Episode 1965 - Listener Questions
-25:28 Lisa seeks good dining options at the Contemporary. The upcoming Steakhouse 71 is discussed
-38:58 Len asks about Disney's Signature Dining locations

Episode 1957 - Listener Questions
-32:16 Jennifer seeks dining recommendations for the night prior to the Wine and Dine Half-Marathon

Episode 1954 - Listener Questions
-5:53 Alex seeks a good restaurant to celebrate a child's first birthday at Walt Disney World with a family of ten. Alex also seeks a good motorized scooter rental service in the Orlando area
-39:31 Julian asks about visiting Walt Disney World during COVID with an unvaccinated child and seeks good outdoor dining locations

Episode 1950 - Listener Questions
-12:46 The panel discusses the reopening of Boma and other Disney buffets

Episode 1946 - Listener Questions
-37:49 Chris seeks three restaurants to enjoy over a two-week honeymoon vacation

Episode 1938 - Listener Questions
-35:51 Marie asks about must-dos while running the Walt Disney World Half-Marathon, seeks the best spot to cheer runners during the race, and asks about touring Epcot after the race. Marie also seeks a good restaurant to celebrate the completion of the race and her husband's fiftieth birthday

Episode 1931 - Listener Questions
-35:08 Christina wonders how the recent change of buffet restaurants to family-style service will affect the accommodation of picky eaters. Christina also asks if fancier restaurants at Walt Disney World can accommodate children who are picky eaters

Episode 1928 - Listener Questions
-22:32 Pam seeks tips for a last-minute trip. Park Pass reservations and dining are discussed

Episode 1909 - Listener Questions
-24:52 Alfred asks if Disney offers a bariatric diet
-25:55 Megan ponders a good restaurant outside the theme parks for dinner with her daughter. Disney Springs restaurants and the Grand Floridian Cafe are mentioned
-27:44 Maggie asks when lounges at sit down restaurants begin sitting guests in comparison with the restaurant proper

Episode 1905 - Listener Questions
-24:20 Natalie ponders good activities for a trip with her mother and sister. Dining, resort room requests, and souvenirs are discussed

Episode 1901 - Listener Questions
-16:07 Karen wonders when the remainder of the closed Walt Disney World restaurants will reopen. The possible effect of College Program cast members returning from COVID is considered

Episode 1895 - Listener Questions
-9:59 Tanya ponders good resorts to tour and eat a meal at on her arrival day
-19:27 Don asks if it is worth it to take time out from his Magic Kingdom day to eat a meal at the Polynesian

Episode 1891 - Listener Questions
-24:02 Kristen asks about good and bad quick service restaurants at Disney's Hollywood Studios

Episode 1887 - Listener Questions
-8:38 Wade asks when the remaining Disney restaurants will reopen from their COVID closures
-30:41 Justin seeks a good second-choice restaurant in Epcot. Nine Dragons is discussed
-44:10 Diane ponders the best breakfast ADR besides Topolino's. Ale & Compass is discussed

Episode 1874 - Listener Questions
-14:36 Mary Jane wonders when Disney will reopen more restaurants and reintroduce the Dining Plan
-41:20 Jess asks about the walkup list function in Disney's dining app

Episode 1866 - Listener Questions
-7:31 Lydia ponders breakfast options for her day at the Magic Kingdom and seeks fun activities for a solo traveler. Gaston's Tavern and Sleepy Hollow are mentioned; the My Disney Experience app is discussed

Episode 1862 - Listener Questions
-9:29 Ashley asks about mask protocol at Disney's table service restaurants
-33:57 Anabelle seeks advice for getting ADRs around park closing times, considering the fluctuating nature of park hours. Anabelle also seeks the best restaurants for dinner in each park. Crystal Palace and the Mexico Pavilion are discussed

Episode 1858 - Listener Questions
-14:46 Rachel asks about breakfast service at Art of Animation. Mobile Ordering is discussed

Episode 1854 - Listener Questions
-11:05 Kristen ponders the best restaurant at Coronado Springs. Maya Grill is discussed
-36:21 Tammy wonders when all of the Magic Kingdom restaurants will reopen

Episode 1851 - Listener Questions
-35:37 Jessica seeks a table service restaurant recommendation for Epcot. Biergarten is discussed

Episode 1848 - Listener Questions
-20:10 Jessica seeks good dining options on the Skyliner route for all three meals

Episode 1844 - Listener Questions
-34:04 Diane asks if Yak & Yeti and Tiffins are currently the only full-service restaurants at the Animal Kingdom
-37:57 Sydney seeks dining options, especially quick service offerings, at the Walt Disney World resorts

Episode 1838 - More Listener Questions
-9:24 Betsy seeks a good restaurant at which to celebrate her and her nine-year-old daughter's birthdays

Episode 1836 - Listener Questions
-31:56 Joe ponders the worst attraction to experience after a big meal

Episode 1828 - Listener Questions
-35:49 Becca seeks the best barbecue restaurant at Walt Disney World. Polite Pig and Regal Eagle are discussed

Episode 1824 - Listener Questions
-21:33 Shawn asks if Sanaa breakfast is a sit-down meal or is only takeout. Shawn also ponders a good substitute restaurant if Jiko is still closed for his trip. Narcoossee's, Morimoto Asia, and Jaleo are discussed
-28:29 Abigail ponders good restaurants for outdoor dining in lower-traffic areas

Episode 1820 - Listener Questions
-6:56 James ponders good restaurants at Walt Disney World for guests not utilizing the Disney Dining Plan, paying out of pocket

Episode 1816 - Listener Questions
-15:18 Jessenia ponders a good restaurant at Walt Disney World at which to celebrate multiple milestone anniversaries for a group of foodies and wine lovers
-23:18 Sarah asks about outdoor table service dining options in the four theme parks and decides among the Boathouse, City Works, and Homecomin' at Disney Springs for outdoor dining. The new Crystal Palace menu is discussed
-32:53 Natalie asks the hosts about their favorite and least favorite Signature, two-table-service-credit restaurants. Tiffins and the Polynesian luau are discussed

Episode 1812 - Listener Questions
-27:49 Justin seeks the resort with the best dining options
-35:28 Anabelle asks Rikki about her favorite holiday dish at Epcot's Festival of the Holidays. Rikki talks about her experience mobile ordering at Regal Eagle

Episode 1808 - Listener Questions
-11:09 Sherry asks about parking protocol for guests at the Fort Wilderness cabins. Golf carts, social distancing, and onsite resort restaurant takeout are discussed

Episode 1804 - Listener Questions
-15:55 Celia ponders the best quick service dinner choices at the Magic Kingdom and/or the best restaurants with outdoor dining at a Magic Kingdom-area resort. Mike mentions that the usual Columbia Harbour House menu will be served at Tomorrowland Terrace. Pam recommends Disney Springs for outdoor dining

Episode 1796 - Listener Questions
-12:30 Scott seeks a good restaurant for Thanksgiving dinner at the Magic Kingdom

Episode 1792 - Listener Questions
-7:21 Jodie asks about the likelihood of finding a place to dine at Disney's Hollywood Studios on Veterans' Day when no ADRs are currently available. Mobile ordering is discussed
-34:45 Natalie ponders the best quick service restaurant at a Deluxe Resort

Episode 1788 - Listener Questions
-32:21 Abigail ponders good restaurants for social distancing at Walt Disney World

Episode 1784 - Listener Questions
-16:26 Andrew asks the hosts to bring back one of three defunct restaurants: Spoodles (Boardwalk; now Trattoria al Forno), Flagler's (Grand Floridian; now Citricos), and Fireworks Factory (Downtown Disney/Disney Springs)

Episode 1780 - Listener Questions
-9:35 Jessie thinks about Disney delivering theme park snacks to customers' homes during the COVID pandemic
-14:42 Laurie ponders New Year's Eve activities, including dining, outside the theme parks while staying at Fort Wilderness
-27:41 Natalie seeks the best quick service restaurants at which to eat as the Magic Kingdom closes

Episode 1772 - Listener Questions
-17:52 Mackenzie asks when the Coronado Springs restaurants will reopen from COVID
-28:58 Amanda ponders good, casual restaurants at which to eat dinner after the theme parks close

Episode 1768 - Listener Questions
-17:23 Anna seeks recommendations for touring and dining after she arrives at Walt Disney World on Christmas Day. Epcot's Festival of the Holidays is mentioned
-26:09 Shawn asks about the capacity of Walt Disney World's indoor restaurants and wonders about their safety during COVID. Shawn also wonders when the Epcot monorail will resume service

Episode 1764 - Listener Questions
-17:04 Bethany asks about the latest ADR slots for theme park restaurants during COVID

Episode 1756 - Listener Questions
-39:21 Maggie seeks a non-signature restaurant to take her dad at Walt Disney World. Whispering Canyon Cafe, Kona Cafe, Ale & Compass, Trail's End, Sanaa, and Topolino's Terrace are mentioned

Episode 1752 - Listener Questions
-11:04 Kathi asks about visiting Walt Disney World for four days during the week before Christmas, considering the effects of COVID on crowds and general value. Dining is discussed
-30:28 Daniel asks if guests without appropriate mobile devices can order food from quick service restaurants or secure reservations for Rise of the Resistance

Episode 1748 - Listener Questions
-4:20 Jamie asks if guests can eat at quick service restaurants at the resorts on the Skyliner line if they are not staying at those resorts
-14:19 Robert asks about dining at Walt Disney World for guests who do not own Smartphones and, thus, cannot utilize Mobile Ordering

Episode 1745 - Listener Questions
-11:43 Matthew asks about dining at Walt Disney World during the COVID pandemic. Mobile ordering is discussed

Episode 1739 - Listener Questions
-35:42 Diane asks if Disney has reopened any of its buffets from the COVID closures. Pam says Disney is using a hybrid buffet-family style setup

Episode 1733 - Listener Questions
-27:24 Rob discusses crowds at Walt Disney World in July 2020 after the COVID reopening. Rob also discusses food and snack options and mobile ordering in the parks; resort cleanliness and elevator protocol; resort dining options; and masks

Episode 1715 - Listener Questions
-15:36 Jennifer asks about the propriety of adding Tables in Wonderland to her Annual Pass, considering restrictions for refillable mugs and Food and Wine Festival kiosks. Loopholes for counter service restaurants at resorts that don't have table service restaurants, and a free valet parking benefit are discussed
-22:02 Stephanie asks if people can, for dining, visit resorts at which they are not staying after Walt Disney World reopens from COVID

Episode 1709 - Listener Questions
-12:07 Susie asks if she can eat at a food court at a Disney resort she is not staying at during the first week of August 2020

Episode 1691 - Listener Questions
-24:04 Jillian asks the hosts to name their bucket list food items at Walt Disney World

Episode 1685 - Listener Questions
-17:22 Jennifer wonders how the food courts at the Value Resorts will operate in terms of service and seating considering COVID. Mobile ordering is discussed
-26:18 Ashley ponders a good place for a romantic dinner. Flying Fish, Jiko, and Capa are discussed

Episode 1679 - Listener Questions
-28:07 Jodie ponders good ways outside the parks to celebrate running the Dopey. Restaurants with wine are discussed

Episode 1673 - Listener Questions
-35:27 Stephanie asks if she should eat at the Boardwalk or Epcot instead of at Disney's Hollywood Studios on her Hollywood Studios day when seeking a table-service meal with two boys, ages eleven and nine. Mike and Rikki suggest eating at Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater Restaurant or 50's Prime Time Café
-37:26 Hallie asks about quick service dining during Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party. Grand Floridian Cafe is discussed

Episode 1650 - Listener Questions
-26:07 Betsy asks about possible changes to Club Level food service at Walt Disney World after the resorts reopen from the COVID-19 pandemic
-32:22 Jennifer ponders good restaurants for a Thanksgiving lunch at Walt Disney World

Episode 1643 - Listener Questions
-6:18 Ben seeks a good, reasonably-priced, romantic resort hotel with good transportation options; and a good spot for a date night during a vacation with his girlfriend
-36:06 Missy seeks a good restaurant for a Thanksgiving dinner with a family of five

Episode 1615 - Listener Questions
-4:06 Katie seeks the best unique but not overly-pricey resort restaurant and the best such in-park restaurant at which to celebrate her honeymoon
-16:34 Samantha asks about dining at the Magic Kingdom surrounding Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party

Episode 1608 - Listener Questions
-6:15 Kim ponders good food options at the resorts. Snacks are discussed

Episode 1606 - More Listener Questions
-22:35 Heather Ann ponders good restaurants for a birthday dinner
-34:09 Michelle seeks the best quick service restaurant for carbs before running the Princess Half Marathon
-41:36 Leanne asks about loud restaurants at Walt Disney World and seeks quiet restaurants to enjoy at the end of a day of touring

Episode 1605 - Listener Questions
-12:43 Megan ponders FastPass Plus and ADR recommendations for her June trip
-16:56 Kerry ponders the best quick service restaurants in the theme parks. The closing of Electric Umbrella is discussed
-26:20 Chip asks about dinner options on arrival night at Pop Century with three children under age six

Episode 1602 - Listener Questions
-17:27 Amy seeks good resort meals on the Skyliner route

Episode 1596 - Listener Questions
-15:57 Jessica asks the hosts for their favorite table service restaurants at Walt Disney World
-34:34 Parker seeks the best table service restaurants on the monorail line for a family of four

Episode 1590 - Listener Questions
-6:57 Jonathan asks about balancing new restaurants with old favorites on a Walt Disney World vacation

Episode 1582 - Listener Questions
-7:51 Jennie Leigh seeks a good place to stay over Marathon Weekend with a picky eater who doesn't run

Episode 1572 - Listener Questions
-21:52 Amy asks Mike and Rikki for their favorite restaurant and attraction at the Animal Kingdom

Episode 1569 - Listener Questions
-4:49 Ed asks the hosts for their favorite one-credit restaurants on the Disney Dining Plan and wonders if any two-credit restaurants are worth it on the plan. Mike mentions dinner shows
-35:54 Maggie gives a dining tip concerning lunch at Walt Disney World

Episode 1568 - Bonus Listener Questions
-17:15 A listener ponders the best restaurants at the Epcot-area resorts

Episode 1566 - Listener Questions
-8:30 Michael ponders a good quick service restaurant near the Beach Club. Rikki says the counter service restaurants in the area are not good and recommends three table service restaurants that do not require ADRs: ESPN Club, Big River Grill, and The Fountain. Mike recommends Hurricane Hanna's

Episode 1559 - More Listener Questions
-36:35 Karen asks when the Magic Kingdom's counter service restaurants typically close on a Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party night

Episode 1557 - Listener Questions
-30:19 Abby asks about touring Walt Disney World between December 29 and January 5, including dining options for New Year's Eve, the best day to visit the Magic Kingdom, and non-park activities
-35:55 Rachel asks if she should cancel ADRs at Toldeo and Teppan Edo and make an ADR at either Jiko or Yachtsman's Steakhouse instead

Episode 1554 - Listener Questions
-11:50 Len seeks good table service restaurants near a Skyliner station. Rikki mentions Sebastian's Bistro
-13:54 Willy ponders a good breakfast or brunch at Walt Disney World that doesn't require ADRs. Mike suggests Olivia's; Rikki suggests Ale & Compass

Episode 1548 - Listener Questions
-23:48 Logan ponders dinner options at either Disney's Hollywood Studios, an Epcot-area resort, or Epcot itself. ABC Commissary is mentioned

Episode 1545 - Listener Questions
-3:17 Stacey asks if she can realistically get out of Crystal Palace, with a 4:10 ADR, in time to make a 4:15-5:15 FastPass Plus reservation for Seven Dwarfs Mine Train. If not, Stacey ponders good quick service restaurants with Mobile Ordering to enjoy during Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party. Stacey also ponders the best attraction with an overlay, the best entertainment offering, and the best treat at the Halloween Party; and the best viewing spots for the Party shows and parade

Episode 1539 - Listener Questions
-32:57 Daniel ponders quick service dining options near the Magic Kingdom. Pam discusses parking protocol at the Magic Kingdom area resorts; Rikki discusses construction at the Magic Kingdom/TTC parking lot

Episode 1530 - Listener Questions
-23:06 Steven asks what he should eat at Disneyland Paris before the Castle to Chateau Challenge and at Walt Disney World before the Wine and Dine Half-Marathon

Episode 1521 - Listener Questions
-28:54 Jessica asks about entering the Magic Kingdom for an 8AM pre-park-opening reservation at Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique on a day when the Magic Kingdom doesn't open until 9. Jessica also asks if any of the restaurants on Main Street USA will be open at 8AM for breakfast. Jessica also asks what she and her daughter should do in the Magic Kingdom after Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique; character meets and Memory Maker are recommended

Episode 1512 - Listener Questions
-38:29 Stephanie asks when the Grand Floridian's Mizner's Lounge will reopen and seeks other good places outside the parks to get a drink if Mizner's does not reopen by her trip. Stephanie also seeks good breakfast or brunch options at either Disney Springs or a resort for her departure day

Episode 1506 - Listener Questions
-5:23 Matt ponders good breakfast or brunch options for his departure day at Walt Disney World, his flight home departing at 2PM. Magical Express protocol is discussed

Episode 1503 - Listener Questions
-22:14 Chip asks the hosts to name their favorite "all-you-care-to-eat" restaurants at Walt Disney World

Episode 1500 - Listener Questions with Live Calls
-22:31 Scott ponders relatively inexpensive Disney restaurants

Episode 1473 – Listener Questions
-15:58 Jennifer seeks good restaurants for a ten-year-old near Pop Century on the night before a Disney Cruise. Pam mentions the Skyliner
-30:25 Emily decides between staying at the Boardwalk and at a Monorail loop resort on Princess Race Weekend with dining being a major aspect of the trip

Episode 1467 - Listener Questions
-26:22 Tim decides between eating lunch at Pop Century and Art of Animation

Episode 1458 - Listener Questions
-30:12 Sherry ponders a good Epcot restaurant for a quick lunch during the Flower and Garden Festival

Episode 1452 - Listener Questions
-16:51 Paige asks if she can realistically request a transfer from a Pirate room to a regular room at Caribbean Beach upon check in. Paige also ponders budget-friendly table service restaurants

Episode 1449 - Call-in LIVE Listener Questions
-17:17 Joe ponders the best restaurants at the Contemporary with three children under age twelve

Episode 1434 - Listener Questions
-17:59 Sherry ponders good quick service dining options at the Magic Kingdom-area monorail resorts

Episode 1419 - Listener Questions
-24:57 Liza asks if she can have a cheese charcuterie board and champagne delivered to her room at the Wilderness Lodge to celebrate her wedding anniversary. Liza also asks about doing a custom Monorail dining tour with children

Episode 1410 - Listener Questions
-5:45 Amy ponders a good restaurant, preferably one with steak and craft beer, to eat dinner at with her husband

Episode 1404 - Listener Questions
-10:50 Pam asks by which date the Grand Floridian Christmas decorations will be installed. Pam also seeks the best restaurant for dinner at the Grand Floridian with three children
-18:46 Shannon seeks the best Animal Kingdom Lodge restaurant for a date night
-26:33 Nina asks about the differences between the Christmas Party Wishes and Happily Ever After, and wonders if she should book a dessert party on another night to see Happily Ever After. Nina also asks about eating at every ice cream parlor on Disney property. Finally, Nina ponders the best vegetarian menu options on property

Episode 1392 - Listener Questions
-40:19 Rachel seeks snack and quick service dining recommendations at the resorts and Disney Springs

Episode 1386 - Listener Questions
-12:52 Mike asks about eating dinner at the Boardwalk without an ADR and watching Illuminations from the Boardwalk
-19:52 Emily seeks dinner options within walking distance of the Dolphin for the night before the Wine and Dine Half Marathon
-29:09 Christiane asks about requesting a savanna view for lunch at Sanaa. Christiane also seeks backup lunch options in the Animal Kingdom

Episode 1380 - Listener Questions
-25:05 Caroline asks about eating breakfast at Animal Kingdom Lodge Villas with only one on-site quick service restaurant

Episode 1377 - Listener Questions
-11:17 Jennifer ponders the best restaurant for breakfast in the Epcot area. Pam mentions Ale & Compass
-26:09 Lauren seeks good lounges and restaurants for adults at Walt Disney World

Episode 1374 - Listener Questions
-38:13 Robbie seeks a good place for a quick service breakfast outside the theme parks

Episode 1365 - Listener Questions
-3:56 Jason ponders good quick service restaurants at the Animal Kingdom

Episode 1362 - Listener Questions
-21:34 Austin asks if guests can split meals on the Disney Dining Plan and ponders good restaurants near the Magic Kingdom, Coronado Springs, and Animal Kingdom. Rikki reviews the new menu at Kona Cafe, and Sanaa is discussed

Episode 1353 - Listener Questions
-23:52 Shawn seeks a good restaurant for lunch in the Epcot resort area

Episode 1350 - Listener Questions
-14:58 Jamie seeks counter service restaurants at the Magic Kingdom that are suitable for a vegetarian

Episode 1347 - Listener Questions
-20:45 Jenny from Texas asks about the utility of attending a Happily Ever After dessert party if she plans to leave early. Jenny also seeks casual dining options for two adults on the monorail loop
-25:05 Chris seeks a sit-down lunch ADR outside of the theme parks
-28:54 Tara seeks a restaurant with a great Christmastime atmosphere
-41:04 Shantee asks if the California Grill is worth it just to view the Magic Kingdom's castle projection show and fireworks if the menu doesn't appeal to her. Shantee also asks if California Grill accepts Dining Plan credits for brunch, and she seeks other good signature dining options

Episode 1338 - Listener Questions
-17:03 Kaylee ponders the best seafood restaurant at Walt Disney World

ADRs

Major Episodes
Episode 2367 - Top Dining Options Around Walt Disney World Without ADRs

Episode 2351 - 5 Current Topics for 7 Minutes (26:32-30:59)

Episode 2021 - Disney’s Art of Animation Cars Family Suite, Thoughts on Genie Plus, Celebrating the Holidays, More (42:11-44:10)

Episode 2015 - Copper Creek Villas, Extended Family, Great Cast Member Stories, Photo Sessions, More (18:49-23:09)

Episode 1885 - Roundtable Tips for a Better WDW Trip (16:21-24:57)

Episode 1810 - Win, Fail, Meh - 2020 (After 36:47)

Episode 1791 - Pop Century, Dining Tips, Halloween Celebrations, October 2020 (28:15-32:54)

Episode 1759 - 3 Weeks, 4 Resorts, and Working from Walt Disney World (33:09-37:02)

Episode 1758 - First Thing in the Morning at WDW (13:12-15:10)

Episode 1703 - Listener Questions (30:54-34:32)

Episode 1699 - Rikki’s Disney Springs & Universal Citywalk Experience (42:44-55:31)

Episode 1684 - Be Our Guest Podcast Community Check-in: May 29, 2020: No ADRs, No Fastpasses; No Dining Plans, More

Episode 1610 - The Adventures of #ScottyG (26:23-28:12)

Episode 1558 - Be Our Guest Podcast Goes BetaMouse (33:59-36:57)

Episode 1529 - Pop Century Resort, Early Morning Magic, MNSSHP, More (22:39-24:25) Breakfast

Episode 1336 - An Incredible Memorial Day Weekend at Walt Disney World (24:27-26:50)

Episode 1236 - Too Much Planning for WDW?

Episode 1024 - Disney Vets Bring 1st Timers to Walt Disney World (18:18-23:11) No ADRs

Episode 964 - Mother/Daughter 10-Day Pop Century Resort Trip (16:50-19:59)

Episode 955 - Summer Split Stay at Art of Animation and Wilderness Lodge (9:13-11:35)

Episode 952 - Surviving Christmas Week at WDW (19:22-20:56)

Episode 877 - Bay Lake Tower, Anniversary and First-timers Celebration (14:41-18:13)

Episode 855 - Even More Tough Disney Choices (16:19-22:54)

Episode 850 - IFTTT WDW-Style (Alternatives)

Episode 829 - A Very Grand Gathering to Celebrate Retirement (6:36-7:27) Cancelling ADR for large group

Episode 822 - Arcades, ADRs, and Efficiency (6:15-19:48) Counter service, esp. Be Our Guest lunch

Episode 703 - Contemporary Resort, First runDisney Experience, & Family (38:40-40:46) Arriving early for ADR

Episode 682 - Toddler’s First Trip to Port Orleans - French Quarter (32:58-35:58) Changing ADR at the last minute

Episode 341: Our Top 3 ADR Choices Right Now

Episode 168 - Last Minute Dining Options

Listener Questions
Episode 2439 - Listener Questions
-18:03 Lisa asks if Ohana ADRs have been easier to secure recently
-19:39 The panel comments on high Presidents' Week crowds and the ease of getting ADRs for the Spring Break period

Episode 2405 - Listener Questions
-7:45 Stephanie asks about merging two smaller ADR groups, of three and four people, respectively, to sit at the same table for breakfast at Steakhouse 71
-37:00 Emily ponders the best order for her proposed ADRs, Topolino's, Cinderella's Royal Table, Boma, and San Angel Inn

Episode 2325 - Listener Questions
-21:49 Diane seeks a good last-minute ADR. The Edison is discussed

Episode 2315 - Listener Questions
-30:01 Adrian asks about managing two ADRs so that separate parties can sit near each other at Ohana. Adrian also asks about fireworks dessert parties at the Magic Kingdom

Episode 2291 - Listener Questions
-30:47 Kate asks about visiting Crystal Palace at a time such as to get both breakfast and lunch

Episode 2285 - Listener Questions
-12:33 Kyle asks if he can book ADRs for all twelve days of his upcoming stay at the Beach Club
-17:24 Nikki asks about having her party of nine seated together when she had to make two separate ADRs, one for a party of four and the other for a party of five

Episode 2272 - Listener Questions
-14:30 Sean asks what happens when a Tron Virtual Queue time overlaps with an ADR time

Episode 2268 - Listener Questions
-8:35 Natalie asks about making ADRs in advance of a split-resort stay, which includes the Starcruiser

Episode 2242 - Listener Questions
-38:04 Georgia asks if it is possible to eat from both the breakfast buffet and the lunch buffet at Crystal Palace on one ADR

Episode 2206 - Listener Questions
-6:35 Zach asks about arriving at the Magic Kingdom for a pre-park opening ADR at Crystal Palace. Zach also ponders viewing Christmas decorations at Walt Disney World on November 1

Episode 2198 - Listener Questions
-19:28 Sarah asks if her 5:55PM Crystal Palace ADR is valid if she does not have tickets to that night's Christmas Party

Episode 2178 - Listener Questions
-19:09 Tim asks about securing same-day ADRs at Spice Road Table with the Candlelight Processional Dinner Package

Episode 2170 - Listener Questions
-21:04 Kevin asks if he can make an ADR for the Plaza or Be Our Guest Restaurant on his Magic Kingdom day after the commencement of that evening's Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party

Episode 2162 - Listener Questions
-31:40 Molly talks about getting an ADR for Yak and Yeti by joining Landry's Select Club

Episode 2158 - Listener Questions
-28:25 Dennis provides tips for securing ADRs at Yak and Yeti

Episode 2107 - Listener Questions
-34:34 Jamie asks about booking Genie+ reservations and ADRs for a group of more than ten

Episode 2081 - Listener Questions
-5:08 Emily asks about booking ADRs sixty days in advance
-18:28 Brian asks about making ADRs for large groups
-20:45 Bill asks if he can drive to the Contemporary if he has a Chef Mickey's ADR

Episode 2062 - Listener Questions
-12:42 Sherry asks if she should keep her arrival day ADR for Brown Derby when she wants to ride many attractions using Genie+
-36:39 Alan asks about booking ADRs when he has two trips, one onsite and one offsite, less than one month apart

Episode 2058 - Listener Questions
-14:25 Chad asks if he should make ADRs for two or three people if one member of his party is a toddler who does not require park admission

Episode 2039 - Listener Questions
-35:31 Kevin asks about getting his entire eighteen-person party to sit together at Whispering Canyon when he made ADRs for the group under five reservations

Episode 2036 - Listener Questions
-29:54 Kim asks about booking ADRs for an eight-person group as two groups of four instead of one group of eight on the My Disney Experience app. Kim also seeks a good restaurant for a large group

Episode 2016 - Listener Questions
-41:46 Lisa asks about booking ADRs in the central time zone

Episode 2013 - Listener Questions
-10:58 Chantelle asks if her party of seven can be seated on a six-person ADR at Topolino's. Chantelle also asks if her party can be seated together for dinner at California Grill when they had to make two ADRs an hour apart, one at 5PM and the other at 6PM

Episode 1983 - Listener Questions
-17:58 Mitch asks about the "Join Walkup" list in My Disney Experience when one cannot secure ADRs

Episode 1980 - Listener Questions
-16:51 Camille asks about current ADR and theme park security protocols
-27:51 Corwin seeks tips for obtaining ADRs
-29:31 Quana asks about obtaining a Space 220 ADR. Stephanie asks if she can make a late-lunch ADR at Space 220 if she is hopping to Epcot
-38:39 Terry asks about lounge reservations at Space 220

Episode 1961 - Listener Questions
-25:34 Sean asks if he can use his ADR at Topolino's to order only appetizers, drinks, and desserts

Episode 1954 - Listener Questions
-19:19 Alfred asks when ADR windows for Space 220 will open
-34:19 Emily asks if she can explore resorts without having an ADR

Episode 1934 - Listener Questions
-21:53 Patrick seeks ADR tips for a party of nine to eleven people

Episode 1920 - Listener Questions
-10:51 Julian asks about making ADRs 60 days out in the Pacific Time Zone

Episode 1909 - Listener Questions
-33:57 Betsy asks if she can make an ADR for people not staying in her resort room

Episode 1905 - Listener Questions
-36:43 Tony asks if he should try to obtain the more difficult ADRs for the end of his vacation first rather than trying and failing to obtain them for earlier in his stay. Tony also wonders if he should make his ADRs via telephone, the My Disney Experience app, or the Disney website

Episode 1887 - Listener Questions
-15:49 Julie asks what to do when an Oga's reservation and a Rise of the Resistance boarding pass time conflict
-17:25 Lauren ponders the extension of park hours in June, considering the availability of late ADR times

Episode 1883 - Listener Questions
-18:09 Sarah asks if she should purchase a Park Hopper ticket for her upcoming trip and what happens if she has an ADR at a capacity-closed park

Episode 1874 - Listener Questions
-22:08 Kelly asks about the difficulty of obtaining ADRs for her July trip
-41:20 Jess asks about the walkup list function in Disney's dining app

Episode 1870 - Listener Questions
-7:45 Artie asks if new ADRs open up when Disney extends park operating hours. Crystal Palace is discussed

Episode 1862 - Listener Questions
-30:39 Katie asks if she can visit lounges at resorts at which she is not staying and whether lounges accept ADRs
-33:57 Anabelle seeks advice for getting ADRs around park closing times, considering the fluctuating nature of park hours. Anabelle also seeks the best restaurants for dinner in each park. Crystal Palace and the Mexico Pavilion are discussed

Episode 1858 - Listener Questions
-37:22 Scott asks if his party can access Disney's onsite resorts as offsite guests without ADRs

Episode 1844 - Listener Questions
-9:43 Amanda asks about the fate of her 7:30PM ADR at Disney's Hollywood Studios when the park is now scheduled to close at 7PM

Episode 1838 - More Listener Questions
-12:18 Ashley asks in what order she should prioritize reservations for Chef Mickey's, Oga's Cantina, Beaches and Cream, and Droid Depot. Mike says to prioritize reservations based on popularity rather than trip chronology. Ashley also asks about decorating windows at Pop Century

Episode 1828 - Listener Questions
-6:03 Jennifer asks about the differences between planning a Walt Disney World vacation when staying offsite and planning a trip when staying onsite. Jennifer also asks if she can book ADRs for her entire vacation, including offsite days, or only for the nights she is staying onsite. Finally, Jennifer asks about booking park reservations as an Annual Passholder staying offsite. Magic Bands are discussed

Episode 1792 - Listener Questions
-7:21 Jodie asks about the likelihood of finding a place to dine at Disney's Hollywood Studios on Veterans' Day when no ADRs are currently available. Mobile ordering is discussed

Episode 1768 - Listener Questions
-22:04 Whitney asks about the difficulty of procuring ADRs with a large group during COVID

Episode 1764 - Listener Questions
-17:04 Bethany asks about the latest ADR slots for theme park restaurants during COVID

Episode 1760 - Listener Questions
-23:44 Chance wonders when Disney will resume its pre-COVID ADR protocols

Episode 1745 - Listener Questions
-31:11 Cary asks about Disney transportation from the parks for guests who have an ADR around park closing

Episode 1715 - Listener Questions
-15:36 Jennifer asks about the propriety of adding Tables in Wonderland to her Annual Pass, considering restrictions for refillable mugs and Food and Wine Festival kiosks. Loopholes for counter service restaurants at resorts that don't have table service restaurants, and a free valet parking benefit are discussed
-22:02 Stephanie asks if people can, for dining, visit resorts at which they are not staying after Walt Disney World reopens from COVID

Episode 1709 - Listener Questions
-13:03 Missy asks about booking ADRs for her late-July 2020 trip following the reopening of windows from COVID. Pam discusses the effect of the new park reservation system on scheduled ADRs

Episode 1687 - More Listener Questions
-19:49 Missy wonders how Disney will handle ADRs after reopening from COVID

Episode 1685 - Listener Questions
-27:20 Robert ponders the fate of ADRs and Dining Plans for Marathon Weekend 2021 considering COVID

Episode 1608 - Listener Questions
-38:48 Nick asks about booking ADRs with two families using different travel agents

Episode 1596 - Listener Questions
-12:27 Devin asks when Disney will start accepting ADRs for Space 220

Episode 1587 - Listener Questions with Live Calls
-33:10 Amy asks about making ADRs at Garden Grill for two groups that total eight people

Episode 1584 - Listener Questions
-21:14 Nina shares her experience booking FastPass Plus reservations and ADRs

Episode 1578 - Listener Questions
-38:08 Keith asks about making ADRs 180 days in advance when the Extra Magic Hour schedules for the specific parks have not been released. Doing Be Our Guest Restaurant breakfast on the Dining Plan is discussed

Episode 1569 - Listener Questions
-27:53 Michael asks if security will allow his party to enter Epcot before official 9AM park opening when he has an ADR at Garden Grill but not until 9:50; riding Soarin' is a priority

Episode 1554 - Listener Questions
-13:54 Willy ponders a good breakfast or brunch at Walt Disney World that doesn't require ADRs. Mike suggests Olivia's; Rikki suggests Ale & Compass
-18:18 Logan asks about making ADRs at Oga's Cantina

Episode 1545 - Listener Questions
-3:17 Stacey asks if she can realistically get out of Crystal Palace, with a 4:10 ADR, in time to make a 4:15-5:15 FastPass Plus reservation for Seven Dwarfs Mine Train. If not, Stacey ponders good quick service restaurants with Mobile Ordering to enjoy during Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party. Stacey also ponders the best attraction with an overlay, the best entertainment offering, and the best treat at the Halloween Party; and the best viewing spots for the Party shows and parade

Episode 1521 - Listener Questions
-12:25 Jennifer asks about the advisability of booking a trip only a few months ahead of time. ADRs are discussed

Episode 1494 - Listener Questions
-12:24 Krista asks if she should cancel her Sanaa ADR when she would prefer to eat at the restaurant's lounge

Episode 1482 - Listener Questions
-26:37 Jamie asks if she should change her Be Our Guest ADR information if two guests will no longer be attending. Jamie also asks if she will be charged for no shows if she does not change the information

Episode 1473 – Listener Questions
-13:00 Stephanie asks if any restaurants at Walt Disney World can seat groups of upwards of 100 students

Episode 1452 - Listener Questions
-20:15 Lorie asks if she can attend an ADR at the Plaza Restaurant during Early Morning Magic without tickets to the event
-28:19 Shannon asks if FastPass Plus reservations and ADRs are easier to secure for couples

Episode 1447 - Listener Questions
-14:20 Josh asks about changing ADRs, FastPass Plus reservations, and accomodations as his group has expanded from 10 people to 13 people

Episode 1440 - Listener Questions
-34:46 Lucas asks how long he can leave his car at an Epcot-area resort for an ADR

Episode 1422 - Listener Questions
-31:23 Katie asks if there are any non-dining advantages to having a pre-park opening ADR at Be Our Guest Restaurant with an infant

Episode 1416 - Listener Questions
-24:04 Steve asks if he, as a solo traveller, should make an ADR for a party of two for a better reservation time

Episode 1410 - Listener Questions
-40:08 Derek asks about good ADRs for a ten-person group and other fun activities for a large group

Episode 1395 - Listener Questions
-17:37 Nick wonders if the Frozen Dessert Party at Epcot and the Early Morning Magic event at Disney's Hollywood Studios will still be available as of April. Rikki says special event-dining schedules are released later than regular restaurant schedules for ADR purposes

Episode 1383 - Listener Questions
-5:54 Kurt ponders good restaurants at the theme parks or Disney Springs to dine at without an ADR. Pam mentions lounges

Episode 1374 - Listener Questions
-11:37 Jennifer and Amy ask if they can use another party's pre-park opening ADR at Akershus with a printed confirmation document. Jennifer and Amy also ask about seating arrangements for a large party at La Hacienda de San Angel

Episode 1365 - Listener Questions
-20:40 Sarah asks if one's scheduled ADR time already factors in the fifteen-minute grace window for early arrivals
-35:07 Alan asks about trying to add more people to a single-person lunchtime ADR at Be Our Guest

Episode 1338 - Listener Questions
-4:47 Debbie asks about New Year's Eve festivities in Epcot's World Showcase and about making ADRs for that night. Pam mentions the holiday version of Illuminations
-34:33 Mike asks about protocol for making dining reservations for guests under age three

Allergies

Major Episodes
Episode 2061 - Traveling From West Coast, Daughter’s First Trip, Flower & Garden, 16 Magical Days, More (21:31-23:52)

Episode 1529 - Pop Century Resort, Early Morning Magic, MNSSHP, More (15:52-16:41)

Episode 1478 - Art of Animation Resort with Extended Family in the Spring (10:13-12:19) Gluten

Episode 1195 - Saratoga Springs, Fort Wilderness, and Coronado Springs All-In-One (7:34-8:11) Gluten

Episode 1051 - Party of 8 at Grand Floridian Villas Who Awaken Summer (25:11-25:50)

Episode 865 - Boardwalk Inn, Cabins at Fort Wilderness & Flower and Garden Festival (9:55-11:24)

Episode 616 - Honeymoon at Disney's Wilderness Lodge Club-Level (16:39-17:48)

Episode 519 - Speaking Other Languages at WDW (15:25-21:00)

Listener Questions
Episode 2307 - Listener Questions
-18:41 Kate asks about adding dietary restrictions to her ADRs

Episode 2227 - Listener Questions
-22:20 William asks about visiting Walt Disney World and Universal with a child with major food allergies

Episode 2103 - Listener Questions
-28:25 Jeremy ponders good gluten-free meals and snacks at Walt Disney World

Episode 2085 - Listener Questions
-11:10 Steven asks about experiencing the Skyliner as an offsite guest and dining at restaurants near the line with a party including members with Celiac disease. Parking at onsite resorts is discussed

Episode 1247 - Listener Questions
-27:50 Sherry asks about dining with a banana allergy at Walt Disney World, especially in regards to the bread pudding at 'Ohana

Episode 906 - More Listener Questions
-19:08 Denise from Louisiana talks about dealing with a food allergy at Walt Disney World. Rikki mentions a new development

Episode 668 - Listener Questions
-11:53 Craig from Minnesota asks if Disney Cruise Line restaurants can accommodate his dietary needs

See Also: Guests and Trip Planning (N-Z) and Problems for related information

Beverages

Major Episodes
Episode 2453 - Mexican Food & Drinks Around Walt Disney World

Episode 2376 - Disney’s Pop Century Resort, Genie+ & DAS Together, Medieval Times, A Cool Tradition Begins (28:39-31:20) Oga's Cantina

Episode 2372 - Polynesian Village Resort, Halloween Party Highlights, Savor the Savannah at Animal Kingdom, Capture Your Moment, More (25:14-26:13) Trader Sam's

Episode 2368 - Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, Family of 5, Genie Plus Magic, Character-palooza, More (33:47-34:33) World of Coca-Cola

Episode 2352 - Boardwalk Villas, Coronado Springs, Caring For Giants, Genie Plus Tips, Great Dining, More (34:14-34:39)

Episode 2324 - Boulder Ridge Villas, Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party, Topolino’s Terrace, Party of 14 (34:25-39:26)

Episode 2310 - Disney’s Pop Century Resort, 9-Night Trip with Tours, Great Meals, Shows & More (36:30-38:53) World of Coca-Cola

Episode 2281 - Celebrating Cinco de Mayo at Walt Disney World

Episode 2273 - Tron, Happily Ever After, Narcoossee’s New Menu, New Rooms at Sports, Grand Floridian, runDisney Springtime Surprise, More (47:28-48:28) Trader Sam's

Episode 2263 - Disney’s Copper Creek Villas, Solo Trip Adventures, Flying Fish, Jiko, Trader Sams, More (40:46-41:18)

Episode 2238 - Sister’s Only Adult Trip, Animal Kingdom Lodge, Adult Dining, Slower Fun (33:14-34:18) Trader Sam's

Episode 2169 - 5 Good Minutes With Mike (11:17-16:32)

Episode 2137 - Disney’s Pop Century Resort, Family of 5, Emergency Strikes, Family Memories Made (31:57-34:19)

Episode 2106 - Sisters’ Adult Trip, Disney’s Polynesian Resort, Sangria U, Genie Plus Tips, More (25:34-28:05)

Episode 2006 - Polynesian Villas, Toddler Trip, Creative Dining, September 2021 (36:46-38:11) Trader Sam's

Episode 1981 - Ratatouille, Creations Shop, Confectionery, ”Wildcard” Picks & More (21:11-22:43)

Episode 1944 - New Experiences at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, Food & Wine 2021 Tips, Emotional Fireworks (20:04-23:15) Trader Sam's

Episode 1941 - Disney’s Yacht Club, Father/Daughter Trip, Looking Forward to 50 Years, May 2021 (27:27-29:34) Oga's

Episode 1897 - Caribbean Beach & Pop Century Resorts, Flower & Garden Festival, March/April 2021 (16:09-16:49) Oga's Cantina

Episode 1878 - Art of Animation for 2 Weeks, Great Meals and Thrils, January 2021 (19:46-21:51) Oga's Cantina

Episode 1873 - Contemporary Resort, Princesses & Coasters, Mommy/Daughter (19:58-20:14) Oga's Cantina

Episode 1860 - Pam and Rikki Are Back from Walt Disney World With Stories & Tips (20:08-22:11) Jock Lindsey's

Episode 1853 - Grand Floridian in August & December, runDisney, & Fun Outside the Parks Too (17:04-18:38) World of Coca-Cola

Episode 1843 - First-time Experiences, Awesome Snacks, Family Fun (19:13-20:01) Oga's Cantina

Episode 1835 - Disney Springs, Epcot, Gatorland, More, December 2020 (18:15-19:21) World of Coca-Cola

Episode 1806 - Pam’s Holiday Adventure at Walt Disney World Last Week (15:09-15:37; 20:54-22:53) Sangria University

Episode 1799 - Coronado Springs Resort, Star Wars Experiences, November 2020 (35:42-37:20) Oga's Cantina

Episode 1767 - Animal Kingdom Lodge, Caribbean Beach, Swan, More (24:09-26:01) Oga's Cantina

Episode 1762 - The 2020 Holiday Season Primer for Walt Disney World (33:29-33:46) Jock Lindsey's Hangar Bar

Episode 1758 - First Thing in the Morning at WDW (9:16-12:34)

Episode 1731 - Family of 12 at Polynesian Village - January 2020 (37:50-40:22) Trader Sam's

Episode 1658 - The Best (23:11-28:06; After 35:13)

Episode 1629 - Aulani to Walt Disney World; Halloween to Christmas (26:38-28:30) Oga's Cantina

Episode 1574 - Port Orleans French Quarter, Gran Destino Tower at Coronado Springs, Great Memories (16:56-20:05) Oga's Cantina

Episode 1549 - Thoughts on the Disney Skyliner, Epcot Forever, Galaxy’s Edge, More (36:17-41:24) Oga's Cantina

Episode 1544 - Moonlight Magic, MNSSHP, Polynesian, Saratoga Springs, More (9:43-10:34; 17:10-19:40) Jock Lindsey's Hangar Bar/Trader Sam's

Episode 1534 - Live Calls, Galaxy’s Edge, Disney Dining, Christmas, More (45:31-47:05) Trader Sam's

Episode 1528 - Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge - A First Experience (40:20-42:44) Blue Milk

Episode 1510 - Simple, Obvious Improvements for Walt Disney World (55:36-57:59)

Episode 1432 - The Disney Dining Plans Revisited (14:40-16:07)

Episode 1330 - What’s Up With That at Walt Disney World? (15:48-23:47) MK alcohol

Episode 1289 - Is This Romantic? (10:16-11:55; 33:55-35:20)

Episode 1258 - Talking Disney Food with a Not-So-Evil Stepmother (24:21-26:03) Tutto Gusto

Episode 1206 - Experiencing the Best of World Showcase (After 36:19)

Episode 1185 - Random Walt Disney World Restaurant Menus (Again!) (After 36:40) Jock Lindsey's Hangar Bar

Episode 1152 - Summer 2017 at Walt Disney World (18:28-19:17) Pongu Pongu

Episode 1113 - Wrapping Up 2016 at Walt Disney World (25:56-26:48) AbracadaBar

Episode 1068 - Would You Rather? (6:32-11:48) Trader Sam's and Nomad Lounge

Episode 1065 - 21 with Hanna and Paige (37:52-38:34) Trader Sam's

Episode 1047 - AbracadaBar, Coca-Cola Store, and More! (9:10-21:47; 24:50-31:53) AbracadaBar and World of Coca-Cola

Episode 1039 - Cool Off with a Christmas Season Trip Report in July (After 32:14) Trader Sam's

Episode 1033 - Disney Springs Dining Reviews with Chef Todd (5:22-8:34) Jock Lindsey's Hangar Bar

Episode 1008 - Awaken Summer at Walt Disney World (11:27-12:47) Jock Lindsey's Hangar Bar

Episode 1002 - Quantifiable Walt Disney World (20:35-24:43) Soft Drinks

Episode 993 - Name That Disney Restaurant Again (After 37:25) Trader Sam's

Episode 951 - Skipper Canteen, Let’s Do Brunch, and Memories Get Cheaper (After 30:47) Thirsty River Bar and Trek Snacks

Episode 918 - Welcome Disney Springs and Jock Lindsey (8:37-22:51)

Episode 904 - Hour 2 of 2015 12-Hour Live Show with Deb Wills (3:58-11:23) Trader Sam's

Episode 897 - Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto

Episode 849 - Disney Tech Best Practices 2015 (16:30-17:40; 18:30-19:58)

Listener Questions
Episode 2421 - Listener Questions
-33:36 Kimberly asks if guests can sit at the California Grill's bar for a drink without an ADR

Episode 2397 - Listener Questions
-27:38 Mandy seeks the best old fashioned or bourbon drink inside the theme parks

Episode 2357 - Listener Questions
-15:41 Maureen asks if guests without ADRs can drink at the California Grill's bar

Episode 2343 - More Listener Questions
-22:17 Natalie asks about the PB&J shake and ponders the next attraction for the Animal Kingdom

Episode 2341 - Listener Questions
-30:52 Francois asks the hosts to start, bench, or trade Prime Time's PB&J shake, Enchanted Rose's Old Fashioned, and margaritas at the Walt Disney World Marathon finish line

Episode 2325 - Listener Questions
-14:57 Catherine ponders good non-alcoholic beverages in the theme parks and seeks good ways to stay cool while touring

Episode 2303 - Listener Questions
-37:44 Jeremy asks about arranging a Kona dinner ADR and drinks at Trader Sam's before a viewing of Happily Ever After fireworks

Episode 2294 - More Listener Questions - Live!
-41:43 Kelly asks about getting in the virtual queue for Trader Sam's after a dinner at Ohana

Episode 2285 - Listener Questions
-14:27 Kevin asks about getting into Trader Sam's on a Saturday before 8PM

Episode 2249 - Listener Questions
-12:05 Jenna asks about drinking margaritas after running a marathon
-44:55 Jean asks about reserving a spot at Trader Sam's. Jean also asks about making Genie Plus reservations at a park she plans to hop to

Episode 2214 - Listener Questions
-9:14 Amy comments on smoked Old Fashioned bourbon drinks at Walt Disney World

Episode 2202 - Listener Questions
-37:29 Rhonda Lee seeks the best adult beverage to celebrate finishing the Walt Disney World Marathon

Episode 2190 - Listener Questions
-17:50 Kate comments on edible flowers on the top of Disney cocktails

Episode 2186 - Listener Questions
-27:26 Sarah seeks the closest bus stop to Three Bridges at Coronado Springs for Sangria University

Episode 2178 - Listener Questions
-36:44 Max seeks the best margarita at Walt Disney World outside of Epcot
-38:53 Carolyn asks about visiting Oga's Cantina with seven-year-old children

Episode 2162 - Listener Questions
-20:17 Lauren asks about experiencing Seven Dwarfs Mine Train and Winnie the Pooh during Magic Kingdom's early entry hour, ponders the best way to arrive at the Jungle Cruise from Winnie the Pooh after early entry ends, seeks a good first Lightning Lane ride, and asks about getting seating at Trader Sam's

Episode 2150 - Listener Questions
-11:08 Michelle ponders bars outside of Epcot at which to celebrate a twenty-first birthday at Walt Disney World

Episode 2087 - Listener Questions
-24:53 Tony asks if mousekeeping still refreshes coffee pods in the hotel rooms

Episode 2069 - Listener Questions
-30:57 Chris asks about Oga's Cantina

Episode 2054 - Listener Questions
-25:38 Sean decides between doing a character dinner at Artist Point and doing both Trader Sam's and Ohana as a solo, introverted traveller

Episode 2016 - Listener Questions
-34:37 Jodie asks about filtered drinking fountains at the Magic Kingdom and the Animal Kingdom

Episode 1997 - Listener Questions
-27:38 Leanna asks if thirty minutes is enough time with two children to experience Oga'a Cantina

Episode 1954 - Listener Questions
-43:12 A listener asks if Oga's Cantina is worth visiting with three children

Episode 1938 - Listener Questions
-18:30 Lindsey discusses Coke Freestyle machines

Episode 1928 - Listener Questions
-7:33 Nicole seeks recommendations for bars and lounges at Walt Disney World. Baseline Tap House, Crew's Cup Lounge, Territory Lounge, AbracadaBar, Martha's Vineyard, Belle Vue Lounge, Barcelona Lounge, and Nomad Lounge are discussed

Episode 1887 - Listener Questions
-15:49 Julie asks what to do when an Oga's reservation and a Rise of the Resistance boarding pass time conflict

Episode 1874 - Listener Questions
-4:37 Carol discusses the availability of non-alcoholic lemonade options for children at Coronado Springs' Sangria University, at Three Bridges

Episode 1854 - Listener Questions
-28:35 Rebecca and Daniel ask about Jock Lindsey's Hangar Bar

Episode 1824 - Listener Questions
-15:03 Sherry ponders Epcot crowds on the opening day of the Flower and Garden Festival. Sherry also asks about getting ADRs for Three Bridges and whether children under age 18 are allowed at the restaurant

Episode 1816 - Listener Questions
-15:18 Jessenia ponders a good restaurant at Walt Disney World at which to celebrate multiple milestone anniversaries for a group of foodies and wine lovers

Episode 1796 - Listener Questions
-21:13 Natalie seeks the best beverages in each theme park

Episode 1709 - Listener Questions
-14:58 William asks if Oga's Cantina is not appearing on Disney's available restaurant list because of Florida's COVID alcohol laws

Episode 1679 - Listener Questions
-28:07 Jodie ponders good ways outside the parks to celebrate running the Dopey. Restaurants with wine are discussed

Episode 1673 - Listener Questions
-11:03 Erin asks if she should still do the Deluxe Resort second in a split stay between Wilderness Lodge and an Art of Animation suite. Pool bars are discussed

Episode 1650 - Listener Questions
-23:51 Mike decides among several options for drinks at Disney Springs

Episode 1608 - Listener Questions
-40:54 Lauren asks about touring the parks in July with a guest with type-one diabetes and Multiple sclerosis and using a wheelchair. Lauren also seeks alcoholic beverage recommendations

Episode 1602 - Listener Questions
-27:19 Cathy asks if all of Disney's refurbished rooms have coffee makers

Episode 1599 - Listener Questions
-5:08 Missy asks if she should take the Skyliner from Pop Century to a lounge at either Caribbean Beach or the Riviera on her arrival day; or if she should stick with her original plan of going to Trader Sam's via Uber

Episode 1560 - Listener Questions
-7:31 Rachel ponders quick service restaurants outside the theme parks where she can get a cocktail with her dinner on the Disney Dining Plan. Polite Pig is mentioned. Rachel also wonders when the Ample Hills location at Disney Springs will open

Episode 1554 - Listener Questions
-10:05 Jeff asks if World of Coca-Cola at Disney Springs charges admission to access the rooftop bar
-18:18 Logan asks about making ADRs at Oga's Cantina

Episode 1548 - Listener Questions
-12:24 Lauren asks when Mizner's Lounge will reopen and seeks drink recommendations

Episode 1533 - Listener Questions
-5:06 Jessica asks if she must order something at Oga's Cantina if she is using her reservation there to get into Galaxy's Edge

Episode 1530 - Listener Questions
-7:10 James asks if alcohol at Be Our Guest Restaurant lunch is available on the Disney Dining Plan
-27:53 Nick asks if Oga's Cantina is family-friendly

Episode 1512 - Listener Questions
-38:29 Stephanie asks when the Grand Floridian's Mizner's Lounge will reopen and seeks other good places outside the parks to get a drink if Mizner's does not reopen by her trip. Stephanie also seeks good breakfast or brunch options at either Disney Springs or a resort for her departure day

Episode 1479 - Listener Questions
-22:20 Kali asks about dining at Gasparilla Island Grill. Kali also asks about good non-alcoholic drinks at Trader Sam's

Episode 1464 - Listener Questions
-43:19 Kim asks about getting into Trader Sam's

Episode 1458 - Listener Questions
-38:09 Mackenzie asks about Baseline Tap House

Episode 1443 - Listener Questions
-10:45 Tina ponders a good Magic Kingdom monorail restaurant at which to celebrate her daughter's twenty-first birthday. Tina also asks about the bars on the monorail loop

Episode 1437 - Listener Questions
-43:54 Jessica ponders solo activities at Animal Kingdom Lodge. Jessica also asks about good places to get a drink on the monorail loop

Episode 1320 - Listener Questions
-13:16 Daniel asks if alcoholic beverages are included on the Quick Service Dining Plan at Pop Century

Episode 1317 - Listener Questions
-9:30 Justin ponders the best drinks at Trader Sam's

Episode 1256 - Listener Questions
-17:06 Mike from Massachusetts asks about adult-appropriate activities while staying at the Polynesian over Fourth of July week. Bars and lounges are discussed

Episode 1238 - Listener Questions
-34:46 Scott from Michigan asks about TSA candy protocol with pre-check at Orlando International Airport. Scott also asks if Disney's Starbucks locations sell specialty coffee mugs

Episode 1217 - Listener Questions
-5:51 Frank discusses the beer selection, service, and ambiance at the Big River Grille and Brewing Works at the Boardwalk

Episode 1214 - Listener Questions
-4:18 Nick from Ohio ponders anniversary activities at Disney Springs. Amphicars and bars are discussed

Episode 1211 - Listener Questions
-26:29 Colleen from Massachusetts asks about celebrating a 21st birthday at Trader Sam's, especially drink and souvenir glass recommendations. PizzeRizzo and Disney's Hollywood Studios' lounges are mentioned

Character Meals Generally

Major Episodes
Episode 1610 - The Adventures of #ScottyG (35:15-38:06)

Episode 1595 - Solo Trio - Disney’s All-Star Music Resort - Fall 2019 - MNSSHP, Food & Wine, More (19:24-24:15)

Episode 1534 - Live Calls, Galaxy’s Edge, Disney Dining, Christmas, More (13:20-18:03)

Episode 1248 - What Would You Bring Back? (30:42-33:21)

Episode 1132 - Grand Floridian Club Level, Character Meals and a Hurricane (19:21-21:23)

Episode 841 - 3 Princesses Experience Walt Disney World (25:41-28:35)

Episode 784 - Pop Century, Disney Dining Plan, October 2014 (30:50-33:45)

Episode 504: Crystal Palace

Episode 154 - Character Dining

Listener Questions
Episode 2249 - Listener Questions
-33:57 Christy decides between first booking Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique and a princess character meal

Episode 2091 - Listener Questions
-29:33 Charlie ponders good activities for a large group that includes three children. Hoop Dee Doo Revue and character dining are mentioned

Episode 2073 - Listener Questions
-37:32 Karen wonders when character dining will resume at Ohana and Trattoria al Forno

Episode 2058 - Listener Questions
-38:22 Laurie asks if Disney offers reduced pricing at character meals for guests with special dietary needs

Episode 2054 - Listener Questions
-25:38 Sean decides between doing a character dinner at Artist Point and doing both Trader Sam's and Ohana as a solo, introverted traveller
-37:31 Hailey asks if her ten-year-old daughter can order kids meals at character dining venues if the adult price is still paid

Episode 1924 - Listener Questions
-14:16 Mike ponders the reintroduction of character meet-and-greets. Character dining is also discussed

Episode 1615 - Listener Questions
-37:55 Becky ponders good character meals for a child's third birthday outside the theme parks

Episode 1608 - Listener Questions
-24:51 Rebecca asks about special activities at Walt Disney World that would appeal to eight and four-year-old boys. Pirates and Pals Fireworks Voyage, Woody's Roundup Rodeo, and character meals are discussed

Episode 1590 - Listener Questions
-12:15 Catherine asks what character meals feature Minnie Mouse

Episode 1545 - Listener Questions
-16:02 Felicia ponders good character meals at Walt Disney World

Episode 1518 - Listener Questions
-22:30 Karen ponders lower-key character meals than Chef Mickey's for a toddler

Episode 1485 - Extra, Extra Listener Questions
-34:01 Brenda asks if doing both Cinderella's Royal Table and Akershus with her two daughters is too much

Episode 1464 - Listener Questions
-8:24 Alexa seeks a good character meal for four twenty-somethings on a tight budget. Alexa also asks if a character breakfast is a good option for departure morning

Episode 1458 - Listener Questions
-39:19 A listener ponders good character meals for children under age ten

Episode 1416 - Listener Questions
-6:37 Diana and Josh ponder the best parks and attractions for a toddler. They also seek advice on getting ADRs for character meals, obtaining FastPass Plus reservations, and touring generally

Episode 1307 - Listener Questions
-33:11 Marliese seeks the best character breakfast for two adults, one of whom eats mainly vegetables and fish

Episode 1265 - Listener Questions
-16:34 Hanna seeks the best character meals for two boys, ages eight and eleven

Episode 1235 - Listener Questions
-21:57 Megan asks about taking pictures with characters at 1900 Park Fare breakfast without Memory Maker

Episode 1232 - Listener Questions
-14:06 Chris from Pennsylvania asks if ADRs, especially for character meals, have become more difficult to obtain lately

Episode 1223 - Listener Questions
-32:57 Katie from Pennsylvania asks if she should keep the Deluxe Dining Plan. Katie asks about character meals and decides between Monsieur Paul and Le Cellier for a date night

Episode 1214 - Listener Questions
-9:50 Missy from Pennsylvania asks if characters no longer sign autograph books at Crystal Palace and/or other Disney character meals

Delivery

Major Episodes
Episode 2430 - Pizza, Pizza Everywhere Around Walt Disney World (After 32:43)

Episode 2068 - Disney’s Coronado Springs, Family of 7, Space 220, Theme Parks, Balloon Babysitting, More, March 2022 (19:18-22:38)

Episode 2041 - Grand Villa at Disney’s Saratoga Springs, 1 Bedroom Villa at Disney’s Riviera Resort, Blizzard Beach, Parks, Great Dining, More (34:04-37:31)

Episode 2037 - Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, Extended Family of 12, Cinderella’s Royal Table, Genie Plus, More (44:38-46:43)

Episode 1976 - Disney‘s Caribbean Beach, Star Wars Fun, Capture Your Moment, More (18:44-19:24)

Episode 1927 - Disney’s Yacht Club & Grand Floridian Resorts, Daughter’s 1st Trip, March 2021 (12:45-13:28)

Episode 1831 - Pop Century with Family, Caribbean Beach with Friends (31:31-32:29)

Episode 1577 - Thanksgiving 2019, Gran Destino Tower, Boardwalk Villas (22:54-25:05)

Episode 1394 - First Trip to Walt Disney World; Art of Animation; Epcot Thoughts (9:55-11:01) Amazon Prime Now

Episode 1147 - Boardwalk 2 Bedroom Villa in August (14:52-20:16)

Episode 1038 - 5 New Things from Mike’s Walt Disney World Vacation (16:44-20:38) Amazon Prime and Amazon Pantry

Episode 844 - Bay Lake Towers for Summer Fun (12:41-13:59) Garden Grocer

Listener Questions
Episode 2412 - Listener Questions
-31:55 Kelly ponders good grocery delivery services to use at both Disneyland and Walt Disney World. The Grand Californian is discussed

Episode 2170 - Listener Questions
-40:58 Natalie asks about rental houses in Central Florida and wonders if Uber Eats can deliver to Disney resorts from onsite restaurants

Episode 2150 - Listener Questions
-37:05 Lorie asks if she can have an Amazon Prime delivery order brought to her hotel the day before she checks in

Episode 1980 - Listener Questions
-18:55 Camille asks about food delivery services to Walt Disney World resort hotels

Episode 1965 - Listener Questions
-6:11 Kate seeks the best grocery delivery service in the Orlando area

Episode 1938 - Listener Questions
-25:44 Eric asks about room service at Disney hotels

Episode 1934 - Listener Questions
-31:05 Daniel asks about getting distilled water at Saratoga Springs following a late-arriving flight. Mike recommends using a delivery service

Episode 1874 - Listener Questions
-7:51 Jen asks about using Amazon Fresh for food delivery while staying at Walt Disney World

Episode 1796 - Listener Questions
-17:41 Sarah seeks the best grocery-delivery services for guests staying at Walt Disney World. Garden Grocer is discussed

Episode 1792 - Listener Questions
-20:16 Jared asks if the resorts are still allowing grocery deliveries from Amazon Prime Now. Jared also asks if bell services still expedite luggage transfers between resorts during a split resort stay

Episode 1590 - Listener Questions
-36:03 Andrew ponders services that will deliver a full, prepared Thanksgiving dinner to his DVC room

Episode 1566 - Listener Questions
-32:26 Jennifer asks how far in advance of her trip she should place her order with Amazon Prime Now

Episode 1518 - Listener Questions
-20:18; 24:41 Karen asks about Garden Grocer and how far in advance she should place her order

Episode 1425 - Listener Questions
-23:57 Greg asks if he must be present at Animal Kingdom Lodge to receive his Amazon Prime Now order or if he can have his deliveries held at bell services

Episode 1383 - Listener Questions
-20:42 Mandy asks if Garden Grocer or Amazon Prime is better for the delivery of food and necessities to her hotel room

Episode 1259 - Listener Questions
-12:57 Lauren from Texas asks how Amazon Prime compares with Garden Grocer for resort food delivery

Episode 1247 - Listener Questions
-6:51 Kristen from Colorado asks about general tipping recommendations for Lyft, Uber, and grocery delivery services

Episode 1238 - Listener Questions
-31:01 Jeffrey from Pennsylvania asks about Disney's new pet-friendly resort policy and whether Amazon will deliver directly to Fort Wilderness Cabins. Jeffrey also asks about renting a golf cart at Fort Wilderness

Episode 1202 - Listener Questions
-14:07 Amelia from Ohio asks about Amazon delivery protocol at Disney resorts

Episode 1187 - Listener Questions
-26:29 Earl asks about using Amazon Prime Pantry during his stay at the Beach Club

Episode 1136 - Listener Questions
-22:51 Nick from Ohio asks about Amazon Prime and filling out the shipping information for resort delivery. Pam discusses the benefits of other delivery services, such as Garden Grocer

Episode 1100 - Listener Questions
-15:21 Emily asks about ordering from Amazon Pantry

Episode 1076 - Listener Questions
-17:59 Lauren discusses the "Polynesian Twilight Feast," a room service version of Ohana dinner

Episode 1052 - Listener Questions
-17:37 Matt and Steph ask about honeymoon activities at the Polynesian and Coronado Springs. Pam discusses the resort pools. A listener mentions room service delivery from Ohana

Episode 836 - Listener Questions
-15:35 Sue from Pennsylvania asks if a resort concierge can schedule the bonus fourth FastPass Plus if a party takes an afternoon break after utilizing the first three FastPass Plusses. Sue also wonders if Disney sells cases of bottled water in its gift shops; Pam recommends Garden Grocer

Episode 770 - Listener Questions
-24:18 Lizbeth from Rhode Island asks about the Garden Grocer and Amazon food delivery services

Dining Plans/ Money

Deluxe Dining Plan
Episode 1771 - Copper Creek Villas, First Time Guests, October 2019 (33:31-35:42)

Episode 1568 - Bonus Listener Questions
-27:11 Alfred asks about getting a Disney Dining Plan for his upcoming Disney vacation. The regular dining plan, the quick service plan, and the deluxe plan are mentioned

Episode 1532 - Bay Lake Tower, After Hours Events, Deluxe Disney Dining Plan, More (19:45-24:43)

Episode 1432 - The Disney Dining Plans Revisited (25:21-27:27)

Episode 1314 - Listener Questions
-24:24 Melissa asks if she can pay for another party's dinner using the Deluxe Dining Plan

Episode 1290 - Listener Questions
-16:30 Liz from Pennsylvania asks if the two-person appetizers at Yak and Yeti can be ordered with the Deluxe Disney Dining Plan

Episode 1287 - 2018 Disney Dining Plan Tips (28:35-32:50)

Episode 1223 - Listener Questions
-32:57 Katie from Pennsylvania asks if she should keep the Deluxe Dining Plan. Katie asks about character meals and decides between Monsieur Paul and Le Cellier for a date night

Episode 1204 - Port Orleans Riverside, Yacht Club, Wilderness Lodge - Club Level (19:00-22:45)

Episode 1190 - Listener Questions
-16:45 Brenda asks if the Deluxe Dining Plan distinguishes between adult and child credits. The panel discusses the addition of alcoholic and specialty beverages to the 2018 Disney Dining Plan

Episode 1177 - Party of 8 at Walt Disney World for the First Time (6:46-8:55)

Episode 1148 - Listener Questions
-17:27 Erica asks about touring Walt Disney World as a first-timer on the Deluxe Dining Plan

Episode 1118 - Listener Questions
-5:28 Rebecca from the UK wonders whether she should eat at The Wave or at Roaring Fork on the Deluxe Dining Plan. Rebecca also seeks good restaurants near AbracadaBar to celebrate her boyfriend's birthday

Episode 1099 - Mike Takes Your Questions Live
-3:26 Jennifer from California asks about touring Walt Disney World when she is tired from a red-eye flight and her hotel room will not be ready. The Deluxe Disney Dining Plan is discussed

Episode 1072 - A Trip Fit For a King (26:05-31:42)

Episode 1043 - Listener Questions
-14:12 Joey from North Carolina asks about the best Disney restaurants for a solo first-time visitor on the Deluxe Dining Plan. Joey also ponders the best times to have a table service meal in the theme parks. Ohana, Biergarten, 50's Primetime Cafe, Whispering Canyon Cafe, and the Plaza Restaurant are mentioned

Episode 1012 - Honeymoon Split-Stay at Beach Club and Animal Kingdom Lodge (20:44-24:11)

Episode 981 - Deluxe Disney Dining Plan 2016

Episode 937 - Father/Daughter Trip with Early December Magic (6:49-8:30; 16:46-18:46)

Episode 838 - Disney’s Beach Club Perfect for Food & Wine Festival (8:56-11:20)

Episode 775 - Yacht Club, Animal Kingdom Lodge, Deluxe Dining Adventure (Especially 29:37-33:14)

Episode 710 - Listener Questions
-21:13 Brett asks if resort check in is required prior to utilizing the Deluxe Dining Plan

Episode 671 - Listener Questions
-18:21 Brett asks about optimal snack utilization at the Flower and Garden Festival for guests on the Deluxe Dining Plan

Episode 645 - Listener Questions
-15:28 Pam discusses the Deluxe Dining Plan

Episode 638 - Listener Questions
-18:50 Brad asks for the best signature restaurants for two adults using the Deluxe Dining Plan

Episode 565 - A Deluxe Dining Trip Report

Episode 563 - Listener Questions
-15:09 Dave asks for the best way to pay when dining at numerous Signature restaurants, noting especially the Deluxe Dining Plan

Episode 523 - Polynesian, PhotoPass+, and Deluxe Dining

Episode 373: Ft. Wilderness Cabins, Deluxe Dining Plan, and Family

Disney Dining Plan
Episode 2447 - Listener Questions
-6:32 TJ asks if he can use his dining plan credits to cover meals for a guest not on the dining plan

Episode 2421 - Listener Questions
-27:16 Ashley asks about tipping protocol on the Disney Dining Plan

Episode 2403 - More Listener Questions
-28:41 Dwayne ponders the percentage of Walt Disney World guests that are on the Dining Plan. The panel discusses the most shocked they have ever been with the price of a bill at Walt Disney World

Episode 2337 - Listener Questions
-22:17 Emily asks about the value of the Dining Plan for her situation, which includes signature dining and adult beverages but not snacks

Episode 2285 - Listener Questions
-9:19 Lindsay ponders the prices for the revived Disney Dining Plans

Episode 2283 - 2024 WDW Package Details, Disney Dining Plans, Theme Park Reservations Changing, More (10:33-25:15)

Episode 2050 - Listener Questions
-36:20 Josh asks about using a Disney gift card in place of the Dining Plan, including connecting the gift card to a Magic Band and managing tipping

Episode 1999 - Walt Disney World Oddsmakers (34:56-40:20)

Episode 1991 - Listener Questions
-12:19 Lisa asks about the future of the Disney Dining Plan and Tables in Wonderland

Episode 1965 - Listener Questions
-38:58 Len asks about Disney's Signature Dining locations
-41:43 MaryJane asks about the return of Disney's Dining Plans

Episode 1886 - Boardwalk Villas Lock-Off, Family of 5, Great Parks, Meals, Memories - January 2021 (39:06-41:01)

Episode 1874 - Listener Questions
-14:36 Mary Jane wonders when Disney will reopen more restaurants and reintroduce the Dining Plan
-33:09 Lisa wonders if FastPass Plus will return before the Disney Dining Plan

Episode 1820 - Listener Questions
-6:56 James ponders good restaurants at Walt Disney World for guests not utilizing the Disney Dining Plan, paying out of pocket

Episode 1816 - Listener Questions
-32:53 Natalie asks the hosts about their favorite and least favorite Signature, two-table-service-credit restaurants. Tiffins and the Polynesian luau are discussed

Episode 1752 - Listener Questions
-26:23 Marlessa asks the hosts if they think the Dining Plan, FastPass Plus, regular character meets, ticketed events, or Extra Magic Hours will return first

Episode 1685 - Listener Questions
-27:20 Robert ponders the fate of ADRs and Dining Plans for Marathon Weekend 2021 considering COVID

Episode 1684 - Be Our Guest Podcast Community Check-in: May 29, 2020: No ADRs, No Fastpasses; No Dining Plans, More

Episode 1629 - Aulani to Walt Disney World; Halloween to Christmas (34:27-38:36)

Episode 1602 - Listener Questions
-20:48 Leanda asks if quick service and snack credits can be used at After Hours events
-28:42 A listener ponders the best quick service or snack credit breakfast options at the Magic Kingdom and the Animal Kingdom. Be Our Guest Restaurant is discussed

Episode 1596 - Listener Questions
-26:31 Melissa asks about Disney Dining Plan children's credit protocol at Quick Service restaurants that do not have separate children's menus. Melissa also asks if one children's dining credit can still be substituted for three snack credits

Episode 1593 - Listener Questions
-42:27 AJ asks when the lists of participating restaurants for the 2020 Disney Dining Plan will be released. Space 220 is discussed

Episode 1587 - Listener Questions with Live Calls
-23:23 Felicia reviews her meals at Topolino's Terrace, Hoop Dee Doo Revue, Artist Point, and Toledo on the Disney Dining Plan. Felicia also discusses upgrading a ticket to an Annual Pass as a DVC member

Episode 1570 - Great Deals at Walt Disney World 2019 (32:13-34:54)

Episode 1569 - Listener Questions
-4:49 Ed asks the hosts for their favorite one-credit restaurants on the Disney Dining Plan and wonders if any two-credit restaurants are worth it on the plan. Mike mentions dinner shows

Episode 1568 - Bonus Listener Questions
-25:49 Chip asks if Olivia's, Homecomin', or Trail's End has the best fried chicken both overall and in terms of value on the Disney Dining Plan
-27:11 Alfred asks about getting a Disney Dining Plan for his upcoming Disney vacation. The regular dining plan, the quick service plan, and the deluxe plan are mentioned

Episode 1566 - Listener Questions
-13:23 Tia asks if spending two table service credits at a Signature Restaurant for dinner is ever worth it on the standard Disney Dining Plan and seeks recommendations for Signature Restaurants. Hoop Dee Doo Revue and the Polynesian Luau are mentioned
-36:21 Stephanie decides between staying at Coronado Springs and Port Orleans French Quarter over Marathon Weekend with her husband, a teenager, and a toddler, and Coronado coming at a $250 value. Stephanie also asks if the Dining Plan is worth it as a vegetarian when her children are picky eaters

Episode 1560 - Listener Questions
-7:31 Rachel ponders quick service restaurants outside the theme parks where she can get a cocktail with her dinner on the Disney Dining Plan. Polite Pig is mentioned. Rachel also wonders when the Ample Hills location at Disney Springs will open

Episode 1559 - More Listener Questions
-17:13 John asks if some members in his party can order an extra specialty drink on the Disney Dining Plan using the credits of two members of the party who typically only drink water

Episode 1557 - Listener Questions
-13:25 Shawn asks about paying tips when on the Disney Dining Plan

Episode 1547 - A First Trip To Walt Disney World with a Wedding Proposal (6:56-8:36)

Episode 1539 - Listener Questions
-30:03 Karen asks if she can add another guest to her room reservation at the Beach Club without adding this guest to the party's Dining Plan

Episode 1537 - Galaxy’s Edge, Food & Wine Festival, Coronado Springs, More (29:36-36:11)

Episode 1530 - Listener Questions
-7:10 James asks if alcohol at Be Our Guest Restaurant lunch is available on the Disney Dining Plan

Episode 1527 - Listener Questions
-15:32 Jennifer decides between doing the standard Disney Dining Plan and the Quick Service Dining Plan

Episode 1518 - Listener Questions
-11:49 Ashley asks if Disney Dining Plan credits are accepted at Walt Disney World lounges

Episode 1511 - Disney’s Port Orleans French Quarter, Animal Kingdom Lodge, Lots of Extra Experiences (18:31-20:54)

Episode 1483 - Live Calls Talking Disney After Hours, Riviera Resort, Woody’s Roundup Rodeo, More (55:44-59:40)

Episode 1476 - Listener Questions
-29:59 Carrie asks if she can get the Dining Plan for all four members of her party when only two members of the party will have park tickets

Episode 1461 - Listener Questions
-5:05 The Andrews family asks about budgeting its Dining Plan credits when it has more ADRs than Dining Plan credits

Episode 1455 - Listener Questions
-15:56 Emily asks if she can receive a refund for her meal at Cinderella's Royal Table when she paid in full when making the ADR but will be adding the Disney Dining Plan before her visit

Episode 1449 - Call-in LIVE Listener Questions
-4:39 Logan asks about eliminating the Dining Plan for the first night of his vacation, when he does not plan on visiting the parks

Episode 1432 - The Disney Dining Plans Revisited

Episode 1428 - Listener Questions
-14:29 Kitty asks if she can exchange Dining Plan quick service credits for snacks at Epcot's Festival of the Arts

Episode 1410 - Listener Questions
-11:24 Kevin asks about Dining Plan credit protocol for a split-resort stay

Episode 1407 - Listener Questions
-16:10 Blake asks about planning a Walt Disney World vacation with his family from Australia, emphasizing Disney Dining Plan protocol and tipping. Blake also asks about the various celebration buttons available at the parks

Episode 1365 - Listener Questions
-22:19 Sarah decides between the Edison and Homecomin' at Disney Springs and wonders if the Edison's alcoholic beverages are included on the Disney Dining Plan
-23:24 Courtney asks if the Disney Dining Plan is worth it for a group of only two people

Episode 1362 - Listener Questions
-13:54 Amy asks if Disney Dining Plan credits can be used for a toddler and if children on the Dining Plan can still order from the adult menu at counter service restaurants
-21:34 Austin asks if guests can split meals on the Disney Dining Plan and ponders good restaurants near the Magic Kingdom, Coronado Springs, and Animal Kingdom. Rikki reviews the new menu at Kona Cafe, and Sanaa is discussed

Episode 1359 - Listener Questions
-34:51 Jennifer asks about using the Disney Dining Plan around Christmas

Episode 1344 - Listener Questions
-16:38 Jordan asks if her party can participate in the Dining Plan on a package booked through her employer

Episode 1341 - Listener Questions
-15:50 Katie asks if she can only order water for a second drink if she chooses an alcoholic beverage for her first drink on the Disney Dining Plan
-16:44 Jim asks when his Dining Plan will end when transferring resorts

Episode 1314 - Listener Questions
-12:48 Chris from Missouri asks if he can still get an alcoholic beverage on the Disney Dining Plan if he swaps a counter service meal for three snack credits
-29:49 Tracy asks if she must visit her resort to activiate her Dining Plan credits before using said credits on a first-morning breakfast

Episode 1307 - Listener Questions
-9:39 Kristen from West Virginia asks about using Disney Dining Plan children's quick-service credits for items at the Food and Wine Festival booths

Episode 1295 - Listener Questions
-38:08 Nicole from Utah decides between staying at Pop Century with the Disney Dining Plan and at Port Orleans French Quarter without the Dining Plan during the Food and Wine Festival. Nicole also asks if Free Dining will eliminate the cost of an already-purchased Dining Plan

Episode 1290 - Listener Questions
-21:19 Pete from North Carolina talks about the Disney Dining Plan and refillable mugs

Episode 1287 - 2018 Disney Dining Plan Tips

Episode 1283 - Listener Questions
-14:30 Kevin asks about the differences between the non-Disney resorts near Disney Springs and on-site Value and Moderate resorts considering the extra benefits recently afforded the former resorts. Pam mentions the Disney Dining Plan

Episode 1226 - Listener Questions
-22:20 Corey from Pennsylvania, who will be on the Dining Plan, asks about sharing appetizers and desserts and splitting a bill with guests who will not be on the Disney Dining Plan. Rikki recommends eating at Art Smith's Homecomin', and Mike recommends Whispering Canyon Cafe

Episode 1223 - Listener Questions
-15:42 Robin from North Carolina asks if Disney resort guests can obtain free parking at the theme parks before check in and about Dining Plan activation. Touring with a large group is discussed

Episode 1214 - Listener Questions
-26:08 Caitlin from Pennsylvania asks if meal sharing is allowed on the Disney Dining Plan. Caitlin also ponders good restaurants following a Disney race

Episode 1199 - Listener Questions
-21:17 Laura from Massachusetts asks if she should get the Dining Plan with children who are interested in character meals but who are more adventurous eaters

Episode 1193 - Listener Questions
-11:36 Ashley from New Jersey decides between going to the Be Our Guest Restaurant for breakfast or lunch, considering that she is on the Dining Plan and breakfast is more expensive

Episode 1190 - Listener Questions
-16:45 Brenda asks if the Deluxe Dining Plan distinguishes between adult and child credits. The panel discusses the addition of alcoholic and specialty beverages to the 2018 Disney Dining Plan
-24:06 Mackenzie asks about restaurants that cost a different amount of Dining Plan credits at different meals and great Dining Plan deals

Episode 1178 - Listener Questions
-14:47 Ashley asks about paying for the Fantasmic and Rivers of Light Dining Packages with the Disney Dining Plan, including the status of appetizers
-24:19 Jill asks for tips on saving money during a week-long fall trip with a large group that includes young children. The Dining Plan is discussed

Episode 1170 - Best Snacks at Walt Disney World

Episode 1169 - Listener Questions
-17:49 Robbie from Maryland asks if he can utilize the Dining Plan immediately after using on-line resort check in
-43:18 Tony and Lindsey ask for the best and worst Signature restaurants at Walt Disney World

Episode 1166 - Listener Questions
-31:36 Kimberly from Iowa asks about plate-sharing protocol on the Disney Dining Plan

Episode 1164 - Best 1 Credit Table-Service Meals at Walt Disney World

Episode 1160 - Listener Questions
-12:26 Josh from Louisiana seeks the best steak at a non-Signature restaurant at Walt Disney World. Rikki mentions Kona for lunch, and Pam suggests Olivia's

Episode 1151 - Listener Questions
-9:11 Missy from Indiana asks if a Dining Plan is worth it for a group that includes an 11-year old, who is considered an adult by Disney but would prefer to eat off the kids' menu

Episode 1145 - Listener Questions
-7:34 Hally from North Carolina asks if a Disney Dining Plan will carry over to the second portion of a split-resort stay. Obtaining the Disney Dining Plan as an Annual Pass holder is discussed. Hally also asks how a split-resort stay will affect her ability to make ADRs and FastPass Plus reservations

Episode 1143 - More Listener Questions
-25:29 Autumn asks if spending two Dining Plan credits at either California Grill or Yachtsman Steakhouse is worth it

Episode 1142 - Listener Questions
-21:40 Nathan asks if the Be Our Guest Restaurant will seat him prior to his 8:40 AM ADR. Nathan also asks if he will be charged a Disney Dining Plan credit or the usual $10 fee if he skips the ADR while on the Disney Dining Plan

Episode 1132 - Grand Floridian Club Level, Character Meals and a Hurricane (23:48-25:36)

Episode 1103 - Listener Questions
-17:54 DJ asks about using Dining Plan credits on several restaurants. Rikki discusses the T-Rex Cafe. Pam discusses the Candlelight Processional Dinner Package
-23:23 Melissa from Pennsylvania asks if a Disney Dining Plan package can be extended by adding a night at a different resort prior to her original reservation

Episode 1100 - Listener Questions
-13:15 Allison from Minnesota asks about eating at D-Luxe Burger on the Disney Dining Plan, specifically about whether milkshakes are covered
-28:56 Simon from Scotland asks about dining options on the 2017 Disney Dining Plan

Episode 1083 - More #AskBOGP Listener Questions
-12:07 Nikki asks if the hosts often utilize the Disney Dining Plan
-31:12 Tanya from Texas asks about sharing meals on the Disney Dining Plan

Episode 1081 - First time trip to Walt Disney World (12:39-16:28)

Episode 1065 - 21 with Hanna and Paige (18:19-19:59; 21:33-23:42)

Episode 1064 - Listener Questions
-12:47 Kristen from Rhode Island asks about planning a trip where she has an Annual Pass but her children do not. Kristen asks if she can book a Disney Dining Plan. Pam talks about Free Dining

Episode 1058 - Listener Questions
-11:15 Sylvia from Washington asks about turning surplus dining credits into snack credits at the Magic Kingdom or Disney Springs for her flight home. Mike asks a related question about the Food and Wine Festival

Episode 1055 - Listener Questions
-36:38 Molly from Kansas asks about using Disney Dining Plan snack credits at the Food and Wine Festival

Episode 1049 - Listener Questions
-12:33 Mike and Pam talk about tipping on the Disney Dining Plan

Episode 1043 - Listener Questions
-32:02 Brittany from Illinois shares why she decided against purchasing the Disney Dining Plan

Episode 1040 - Listener Questions
-27:41 Missy from Texas asks why many restaurants are not scheduled to accept the standard Disney Dining Plan in 2017. Pam updates the situation

Episode 1021 - More Listener Questions
-7:50 Tarran from South Carolina asks if Disney Dining Plan credits can be mixed among different members of the same party

Episode 1016 - Listener Questions
-26:28 Jeff from Oklahoma asks about the Disney Dining Plan and transferring resorts

Episode 1013 - Listener Questions
-28:12 Ariel asks for the hosts' opinions on her party's ADR choices and ponders good counter service restaurants at which to use dining credits

Episode 1010 - Listener Questions
-24:29 Diana from Georgia asks if the Disney Dining Plan is connected to hotel room reservations or to Magic Your Way tickets

Episode 1005 - More Listener Questions
-6:22 Mark from Scotland asks if the Disney Dining Plan must be applied to the entirety of one's stay at a Disney resort

Episode 1002 - Quantifiable Walt Disney World (16:21-20:32)

Episode 995 - Listener Questions
-8:43 Tim from Missouri asks about the homogeneity of Walt Disney World's kids' menus. Pam discusses a Disney Dining Plan loophole

Episode 991 - UK Family Visits Old Key West, Surfs, and Enjoys Great Dining Experiences (21:54-22:46)

Episode 989 - Listener Questions
-18:01 Adam from the UK ponders good one-credit table service restaurants at Walt Disney World

Episode 980 - Listener Questions
-18:42 Johnny from the UK asks if the Disney Dining Plan is worth purchasing over a race weekend

Episode 968 - Listener Questions
-34:52 Keith asks about doing the Spirit of Aloha Dinner Show on the Disney Dining Plan

Episode 965 - Listener Questions
-20:20 Samantha from Missouri ponders snacks that can be substituted for meals on the Disney Dining Plan

Episode 955 - Summer Split Stay at Art of Animation and Wilderness Lodge (23:40-26:04)

Episode 941 - Listener Questions
-21:10 Connor from North Dakota asks about lunch and dinner at Tusker House. Connor also asks about Ohana, Trader Sam's, and his ADRs in general. Finally, Connor ponders a final ADR for a twenty-one year old couple on the Disney Dining Plan

Episode 935 - Listener Questions
-5:08 Megan from Georgia asks about utilizing the Disney Dining Plan when no restaurants are available. Megan also asks about third parties making Disney dining reservations merely to sell them for a fee. Debbie talks about making ADRs as a local

Episode 932 - Listener Questions
-25:15 Jan from Indiana shares a trip report from her April vacation to Walt Disney World. The Disney Dining Plan, the Hollywood Brown Derby, Le Cellier, World Showcase touring, the Marceline to Magic Kingdom Tour, and Sanaa are discussed

Episode 929 - Listener Questions
-27:25 Justin from Arizona asks if meal sharing is permitted on the Dining Plan

Episode 917 - Listener Questions
-29:11 Leslie Anne asks what is included in the Disney Dining Plan

Episode 902 - Listener Questions
-3:34 Jeff from Ohio wonders when the Morimoto Asia restaurant will open at Downtown Disney and if it will participate in the Disney Dining Plan. Jeff also wonders when Jock Lindsey's Hangar Bar will open at Downtown Disney

Episode 890 - Listener Questions
-15:55 Evan from Massachusetts wonders how the new, 2015 version of the Dining Plan will affect touring at Epcot's Food and Wine Festival
-32:47 Maddie asks if the Dining Plan is worth doing during the Food and Wine Festival

Episode 884 - Listener Questions
-7:54 Scott from Indiana asks about the Caribbean Beach Resort and counter service breakfast options utilizing the Disney Dining Plan

Episode 866 - Listener Questions
-5:02 Pam summarizes recently-announced changes to the Disney Dining Plan
-15:14 Melissa asks if she can use package park tickets and the Disney Dining Plan during a room-only day at the beginning of the trip

Episode 861 - More Listener Questions
-6:13 Heather ponders good resorts for a solo traveler and asks if she should get the Dining Plan. Heather also seeks a touring strategy with two-day park hopper tickets

Episode 845 - Listener Questions
-21:02 Sarah ponders playgrounds in the parks for toddlers. She also asks about paying for a meal out of pocket while on the Dining Plan

Episode 842 - Listener Questions
-18:22 Lisa ponders the best quick-service restaurants outside the parks that participate in the Dining Plan. Resort cafeterias and desserts are discussed.

Episode 841 - 3 Princesses Experience Walt Disney World (25:41-29:53)

Episode 839 - Listener Questions
-12:23 (Question read at 14:26) Chuck from New York asks if Annual Passholders can obtain the Disney Dining Plan

Episode 827 - Listener Questions
-13:40 Chris from Massachusetts asks if using a gift card to pay for meals is a better option than the Dining Plan if Free Dining is not offered. He also asks about Disney Springs; Rikki mentions forthcoming restaurants

Episode 813 - Debbie Wilderness Lodge Villas Staycation (9:34-10:54)

Episode 801 - Listener Questions
-12:59 Maura asks if a 10-year old can order from the kids' menu at a table service restaurant when the party is not on the Disney Dining Plan

Episode 791 - Listener Questions
-7:13 Angie from Ohio asks about organizing her family's room reservations such as to best manage the Disney Dining Plan

Episode 789 - More Listener Questions
-29:04 Jana from Maine asks about using the Dining Plan at the Food and Wine Festival. Jana also suggests a good outdoor activity for a honeymoon trip

Episode 784 - Pop Century, Disney Dining Plan, October 2014 (30:50-39:55)

Episode 764 - Listener Questions
-9:27 Mark from Illinois asks about planning a seven-day split stay at WDW that will be broken up by a cruise. He asks about tickets, the Dining Plan, and Memory Maker

Episode 755 - Listener Questions
-4:36 Angie ponders the best parks and restaurants for first-time visitors staying for three nights on the Disney Dining Plan

Episode 751 - WDW Moms On The Loose (9:55-11:12) Tip for guests arriving at night

Episode 749 - More Listener Questons
-17:58 Robert from Mississippi asks if children on the Disney Dining Plan can order from the adult menu at counter service restaurants

Episode 746 - Listener Questions
-19:22 Angie asks if you have to check in at your resort to activate a Disney Dining Plan package

Episode 737 - Listener Questions
-20:22 Ann Marie asks if the Dining Plan allows guests to split meals such as to use fewer credits

Episode 728 - Listener Questions
-25:59 Mark shares his experience with the Disney Vacation Account and its corresponding gift card offer. He also asks for optimal snack options in each park, especially those that can be used for a light lunch

Episode 716 - Listener Questions
-20:35 Simon from the UK asks if he can pay cash for his daughter to eat kids' meals and save her credits for extra special meals for he and his wife

Episode 587 - Listener Questions
-21:09 Jackie asks if a guest can substitute a bottle of water for a counter service dessert on the Dining Plan

Episode 42: Disney Dining Plans

Episode 20: Wilderness Lodge Villas, Pirate & Princess Party, Dining Plan

Episode 8: Port Orleans French Quarter, Disney Dining Plan, Disney Dream Squad

Disney Dining Plan Plus
Episode 1618 - Listener Questions
-29:49 Tanya asks about the Dining Plan Plus

Episode 1611 - Listener Questions
-4:13 Brittany asks about the new Disney Dining Plan Plus

ESPN Club VIP Premium Club Seats
See "ESPN Club (Boardwalk)" in "Resort Restaurants" on Dining (Specific Restaurants)

Fantasmic Dinner Package
See Nighttime Spectaculars

Free Dining
Episode 1750 - Creative Incentives for Fall 2020 WDW Trips (6:06-12:25)

Episode 1748 - Listener Questions
-16:02 Linda asks if Disney will offer Free Dining for international guests in 2022 to entice tourists back after COVID

Episode 1713 - Disney’s All-Star Music - August 2019 (17:02-18:09)

Episode 1599 - Listener Questions
-30:01 A listener asks if there will be Free Dining in either November or December

Episode 1590 - Listener Questions
-13:28 Elise asks if one's entire resort stay must be within a free dining promotional period to qualify for the offer

Episode 1562 - Free Dining Brings Great Meals and New Experiences, Disney’s Pop Century Resort, December 2018

Episode 1541 - Port Orleans French Quarter, Caribbean Beach, Fall at Walt Disney World (26:24-29:50)

Episode 1518 - Listener Questions
-30:10 Matt asks about Disney's recent release of Free Dining

Episode 1493 - Disney’s Aulani Resort in February & Art of Animation/Pop Century in December (After 24:53)

Episode 1443 - Listener Questions
-27:25 Betsy asks if Disney will offer Free Dining around Christmas 2019 considering the debut of Galaxy's Edge

Episode 1432 - The Disney Dining Plans Revisited (5:05-11:15; 18:33-20:08)

Episode 1374 - Listener Questions
-16:51 Samantha asks if Annual Passholders are ever eligible for Free Dining

Episode 1295 - Listener Questions
-38:08 Nicole from Utah decides between staying at Pop Century with the Disney Dining Plan and at Port Orleans French Quarter without the Dining Plan during the Food and Wine Festival. Nicole also asks if Free Dining will eliminate the cost of an already-purchased Dining Plan

Episode 1265 - Listener Questions
-22:51 Hanna asks about a free dining offer and Magic Bands

Episode 1254 - Black Friday at Walt Disney World (11:21-13:53)

Episode 1247 - Listener Questions
-10:05 Hanna asks about combining a discounted package with free dining

Episode 1144 - All-Star Movies, Port Orleans French Quarter, Beach Club & Free Dining (17:40-22:01)

Episode 1121 - Listener Questions
-30:03 Jennifer from Connecticut asks about touring Walt Disney World at the end of August and Free Dining

Episode 1064 - Listener Questions
-12:47 Kristen from Rhode Island asks about planning a trip where she has an Annual Pass but her children do not. Kristen asks if she can book a Disney Dining Plan. Pam talks about Free Dining

Episode 1019 - Listener Questions
-14:37 Terran from South Carolina asks if unused multi-day tickets expire. Terran, who has an Annual pass, also asks if unactivated tickets from Free Dining can be saved for future use

Episode 1013 - Listener Questions
-27:32 Ariel asks about adding Free Dining to an existing reservation

Episode 986 - Listener Questions
-14:06 James from Louisiana shares his experience buying into DVC. James also asks about Free Dining and other Disney promotions, especially the popularity of such promotions

Episode 551 - Listener Questions
-17:00 Bterrier518 asks what free dining is

Episode 165 - Rikki LIVE from WDW during Free Dining Part 2

Episode 163 - Rikki LIVE from WDW During Free Dining Part 1

Episode 16: Port Orleans Riverside, Free Dining, Traveling with Infant

Episode 10: Pop Century, Free Dining, Planning Advice

Platinum Dining Plan
Episode 950 - Listener Questions
-22:15 Heather from Massachusetts asks if the park tickets included in Disney's Platinum Package will remain unactivated, for future usage, if she does not actually enter a park on her planned trip

Episode 889 - Disneymoon on the Platinum Plan at Christmas

Episode 761 - Listener Questions
-26:57 Jason wonders how to best utilize the Platinum Package

Quick Service Dining Plan
Episode 2321 - Listener Questions
-23:13 Cindy ponders the best quick service restaurant in each park for the dining plan

Episode 2289 - ”Sleeper” Quick-Service Restaurants at Walt Disney World

Episode 2285 - Listener Questions
-9:19 Lindsay ponders the prices for the revived Disney Dining Plans

Episode 2283 - 2024 WDW Package Details, Disney Dining Plans, Theme Park Reservations Changing, More (10:33-25:15)

Episode 1590 - Listener Questions
-18:51 Michelle asks if a child's quick service dining credit can be converted into three snack credits

Episode 1568 - Bonus Listener Questions
-27:11 Alfred asks about getting a Disney Dining Plan for his upcoming Disney vacation. The regular dining plan, the quick service plan, and the deluxe plan are mentioned

Episode 1533 - Listener Questions
-34:49 Chris asks if Quick Service Dining Plan credits must be used at the same Food and Wine Festival booth when these credits are converted to three snack credits

Episode 1527 - Listener Questions
-15:32 Jennifer decides between doing the standard Disney Dining Plan and the Quick Service Dining Plan

Episode 1320 - Listener Questions
-13:16 Daniel asks if alcoholic beverages are included on the Quick Service Dining Plan at Pop Century

Episode 1287 - 2018 Disney Dining Plan Tips (14:43-22:24)

Episode 1223 - Listener Questions
-26:25 Matt asks if a child can upgrade to adult meals on the Quick Service Dining Plan

Episode 1167 - Best Quick-Service Meals at Walt Disney World

Episode 1165 - All-Star Music Family Suite Over the Summer (22:14-26:31)

Episode 1002 - Quantifiable Walt Disney World (16:21-20:32)

Episode 974 - Listener Questions
-20:04 Jeanine from the UK seeks vegetarian-friendly quick service restaurants in the parks and resorts for the Quick Service Dining Plan

Episode 944 - Listener Questions
-21:13 Lee from the UK asks about credit-utilization protocol for the Quick Service Dining Plan

Episode 629 - Listener Questions
-16:51 Brett from Arkansas comments on the Quick Service Dining Plan and SunPass

Saving Money (Generally)
Episode 2082 - Money-saving Tips for your Walt Disney World Vacation

Episode 1434 - Listener Questions
-26:02 Kara ponders fun Disney activities outside the parks. Kara also seeks good restaurants for value for somebody not on the Disney Dining Plan

Episode 1383 - Listener Questions
-25:09 Jason asks about using Disney Gift Cards for dining at the Food and Wine Festival food booths and at table service restaurants. Jessica asks if all the stores in Disney Springs accept Disney Gift Cards

Episode 1226 - Listener Questions
-17:18 Tina from Connecticut asks if she must exchange an Annual Pass voucher for the actual Pass before being able to receive restaurant discounts. Tina also asks if she can make such an exchange at her resort concierge. Pam recommends not making an ADR for so soon after her flight arrives

Episode 1145 - Listener Questions
-16:07 Elysa from Pennsylvania asks about the Rivers of Light dinner package at Tiffins, especially if Tables in Wonderland or Annual Pass discounts are available

Episode 1083 - More #AskBOGP Listener Questions
-20:17 Malcolm from the UK asks if the new Annual Pass dining discounts will be available around Christmastime

Episode 1069 - The Frugal Mouse with Kevin (After 24:32)

Episode 968 - Listener Questions
-23:31 Matt from New Jersey asks about saving money on food at Walt Disney World with a large group

Episode 697 - Florida Resident Touring & Fort Wilderness (14:16-17:34)

Episode 474: Eating on $40 a Day

Splitting Bill
Episode 1226 - Listener Questions
-22:20 Corey from Pennsylvania, who will be on the Dining Plan, asks about sharing appetizers and desserts and splitting a bill with guests who will not be on the Disney Dining Plan. Rikki recommends eating at Art Smith's Homecomin', and Mike recommends Whispering Canyon Cafe

Episode 801 - Listener Questions
-25:07 Mark asks if his 20-person party can divide the bill for its Candlelight Processional dinner that is booked under his name

Tables in Wonderland
Episode 1991 - Listener Questions
-12:19 Lisa asks about the future of the Disney Dining Plan and Tables in Wonderland

Episode 1715 - Listener Questions
-15:36 Jennifer asks about the propriety of adding Tables in Wonderland to her Annual Pass, considering restrictions for refillable mugs and Food and Wine Festival kiosks. Loopholes for counter service restaurants at resorts that don't have table service restaurants, and a free valet parking benefit are discussed

Episode 1610 - The Adventures of #ScottyG (7:49-8:28)

Episode 1374 - Listener Questions
-15:06 Nancy asks if Tables in Wonderland is worth it for an Annual Passholder

Episode 1202 - Listener Questions
-29:53 Tina asks if Tables in Wonderland is worth purchasing for a party that plans three short trips in the year

Episode 1145 - Listener Questions
-16:07 Elysa from Pennsylvania asks about the Rivers of Light dinner package at Tiffins, especially if Tables in Wonderland or Annual Pass discounts are available

Episode 1143 - More Listener Questions
-30:39 Rachel from Massachusetts asks if she can receive a Tables in Wonderland discount for her prepaid meal at Mickey's Backyard Barbecue. Rachel also asks how she should pick up her tickets to the show

Episode 1127 - Listener Questions
-4:01 Keith from the UK asks about planning for Marathon Weekend 2018, including the dates of the races, the feasibility of staying at a rental house while also running, the general occupancy of these rental houses, the feasibility of reserving outdoor seating at Rose and Crown to see Illuminations with a large group, packages for visitors from the UK, the value of buying an Annual Pass or Tables in Wonderland, and general tips on traveling with a large group

Episode 1079 - Listener Questions
-20:35 Ashley from Georgia asks if a child's Annual Pass will suffice for an Annual Pass discount if the adults in the party do not have annual passes. Mike and Pam speculate on the future of Tables in Wonderland

Episode 974 - Listener Questions
-8:19 Kathleen asks if her Tables in Wonderland card can be used for a discount if another member of her party is paying the bill with a credit card

Episode 921 - Changes to WDW Annual Passholder Prices and Structure (12:56-13:20; 29:40-35:14)

Episode 905 - Listener Questions
-19:19 Hope asks how Tables in Wonderland works in regards to tipping at resort food courts

Episode 847 - Making the Most of a Couples Weekend (After 28:36)

Episode 801 - Listener Questions
-10:22 Matthew from South Carolina wants to arrange a meetup with the hosts at the parks. Matthew also asks if he can obtain a Tables in Wonderland card as a Disney College Program employee

Episode 779 - Listener Questions
-8:59 Brad asks if he should stay at the Fort Wilderness campground during his November trip just to save money. He also asks if Tables in Wonderland is worth purchasing for an Annual Passholder

Episode 718 - Walt Disney World Resort Scouting Trip (6:40-9:18)

Episode 680 - Listener Questions
-10:46 Erica from Indiana asks if Tables in Wonderland is still worth purchasing for her family, especially since they are AP holders

Dinner Shows

See Dinner Shows

Mobile Ordering

Major Episodes
Episode 2327 - Feedback To 9 Thoughts From Listener Bill in New York (After 34:41)

Episode 2247 - runDisney Princess Half-Marathon Weekend Recap with Mike (46:50-50:20)

Episode 2204 - Shortcuts: Saving Time & Steps On Your Next Walt Disney World Trip (8:33-13:23)

Episode 2125 - Disney’s Beach Club Villas - 2 Bedroom, Extended Family, Genie Plus Tips, Typhoon Lagoon, More (19:29-20:15; 28:34-30:16)

Episode 2106 - Sisters’ Adult Trip, Disney’s Polynesian Resort, Sangria U, Genie Plus Tips, More (38:53-39:24)

Episode 1949 - Beach & Yacht Club, Family of 4, Great Memories, July 2021 (41:36-44:49)

Episode 1933 - Mike’s Epic Three Resort Walt Disney World Trip Report (12:44-17:16)

Episode 1927 - Disney’s Yacht Club & Grand Floridian Resorts, Daughter’s 1st Trip, March 2021 (36:26-37:32)

Episode 1916 - Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge - Kidani Village, Friends Traveling Together, April 2021 (30:42-31:41)

Episode 1908 - Rikki’s “Grand” Weekend with Family at Walt Disney World (29:11-31:25)

Episode 1907 - Post-Pandemic Planning Tips for Walt Disney World (22:57-29:37)

Episode 1885 - Roundtable Tips for a Better WDW Trip (26:16-27:23)

Episode 1881 - Walt Disney World Experiences That Still Amaze Us (30:54-32:02)

Episode 1847 - Boardwalk Villas, Celebration, Park Hopping into 2021 (36:06-37:30)

Episode 1807 - Surprise Trip to the Riviera, Road Trip with Kids, Holiday Celebrations (23:28-24:23)

Episode 1802 - Rikki’s Holiday Happenings Trip Report From Last Weekend (13:57-16:27)

Episode 1795 - Old Key West, Perfect Birthday, Prizes, October 2020 (29:11-32:35)

Episode 1791 - Pop Century, Dining Tips, Halloween Celebrations, October 2020 (32:04-32:54)

Episode 1747 - Mike & Mallory’s Daddy/Daughter Adventure (17:40-18:54)

Episode 1699 - Rikki’s Disney Springs & Universal Citywalk Experience (43:31-55:31)

Episode 1675 - The Short-Term Normal - The Magic Kingdom (30:58-33:58)

Episode 1558 - Be Our Guest Podcast Goes BetaMouse (After 37:05)

Episode 1519 - Disney’s Pop Century vs. Disney’s Art of Animation Resorts (14:56-16:46)

Episode 1510 - Simple, Obvious Improvements for Walt Disney World (6:41-9:17)

Episode 1492 - To The Class of 2019 Walt Disney World Travelers (22:10-24:39)

Episode 1278 - New Experiences at Walt Disney World (8:23-12:11)

Episode 1251 - Pam talks Pop Century Refurbishment, Cabins at Ft. Wilderness, Mobile Ordering & More (25:40-30:21)

Listener Questions
Episode 2345 - Listener Questions
-7:42 Stephanie asks about lounging at Geyser Point with a party of seven and asks about mobile ordering at lounges. Stephanie also asks about viewing the Christmas decorations at Fort Wilderness

Episode 2081 - Listener Questions
-31:07 Sarah asks how far in advance she should mobile order her food

Episode 1980 - Listener Questions
-9:56 Camille asks how far in advance she can utilize mobile ordering, whether the process is efficient, and whether she can just order at the restaurant

Episode 1973 - Listener Questions
-30:30 Tanja seeks tips for mobile ordering in the Magic Kingdom on October 1. Hidden gem restaurants in the park are discussed

Episode 1961 - Listener Questions
-8:50 Kenzie asks about visiting Walt Disney World with an infant. Kenzie also asks about mobile ordering protocol, especially how far in advance she should place an order
-23:53 Len asks if Food and Wine booths are still walk ups or if they require mobile ordering

Episode 1898 - Listener Questions
-22:27 Megan asks about the viability of visiting Walt Disney World with multiple toddlers and extended family during COVID. Mobile ordering is discussed

Episode 1858 - Listener Questions
-14:46 Rachel asks about breakfast service at Art of Animation. Mobile Ordering is discussed

Episode 1812 - Listener Questions
-35:28 Anabelle asks Rikki about her favorite holiday dish at Epcot's Festival of the Holidays. Rikki talks about her experience mobile ordering at Regal Eagle

Episode 1792 - Listener Questions
-7:21 Jodie asks about the likelihood of finding a place to dine at Disney's Hollywood Studios on Veterans' Day when no ADRs are currently available. Mobile ordering is discussed

Episode 1772 - Listener Questions
-15:13 Mackenzie asks, so that she doesn't have too many lingering charges from mobile ordering, if she can preload money onto her Magic Band or pay off some of the total prior to checkout at the resort front desk

Episode 1752 - Listener Questions
-30:28 Daniel asks if guests without appropriate mobile devices can order food from quick service restaurants or secure reservations for Rise of the Resistance

Episode 1748 - Listener Questions
-14:19 Robert asks about dining at Walt Disney World for guests who do not own Smartphones and, thus, cannot utilize Mobile Ordering

Episode 1745 - Listener Questions
-3:19 Daniel asks how early he should queue for the Skyliner from Pop Century to Disney's Hollywood Studios to get an optimal boarding group for Rise of the Resistance. Mike discusses mobile ordering protocol at the Pop Century food court
-11:43 Matthew asks about dining at Walt Disney World during the COVID pandemic. Mobile ordering is discussed

Episode 1739 - Listener Questions
-23:22 Rachel asks about staying at Pop Century during the COVID pandemic. The temporary closure of the other value resorts, the resort pools, mobile ordering, and the Skyliner are discussed

Episode 1733 - Listener Questions
-27:24 Rob discusses crowds at Walt Disney World in July 2020 after the COVID reopening. Rob also discusses food and snack options and mobile ordering in the parks; resort cleanliness and elevator protocol; resort dining options; and masks

Episode 1685 - Listener Questions
-17:22 Jennifer wonders how the food courts at the Value Resorts will operate in terms of service and seating considering COVID. Mobile ordering is discussed

Episode 1482 - Listener Questions
-27:53 Jamie asks if all members of her party must have the My Disney Experience app to pay separately for mobile dining orders or if such can be done by making multiple orders at the same restaurant on one member's app

Episode 1395 - Listener Questions
-3:33 Mary ponders crowd levels at Walt Disney World on Thanksgiving Day, including the likelihood of Disney's Hollywood Studios closing for capacity reasons. Mary also asks if she can use a Disney rewards card or a gift card to pay for mobile dining ordering

Episode 1362 - Listener Questions
-35:25 Robin asks if Annual Passholders can recieve discounts under Disney's mobile ordering system

Episode 1259 - Listener Questions
-16:16 Lauren from Texas asks about preordering lunch from Be Our Guest Restaurant through the My Disney Experience App

Refillable Mugs

Major Episodes
Episode 1802 - Rikki’s Holiday Happenings Trip Report From Last Weekend (14:07-14:41)

Episode 1594 - Festival of the Arts 2020 Preview (7:01-8:04)

Episode 1510 - Simple, Obvious Improvements for Walt Disney World (9:25-12:20)

Episode 1050 - Start with Apps (After 40:27) Style change

Listener Questions
Episode 2393 - Listener Questions
-35:39 Stephen suggests a use for unexpired refillable mugs

Episode 2182 - Listener Questions
-23:45 Blake seeks playgrounds in the theme parks for a toddler to blow off steam. Blake also asks about refillable mugs at the Dolphin and whether he can fill his mug at the Boardwalk when passing by

Episode 1854 - Listener Questions
-40:25 Megan asks if Disney still offers refillable mugs during COVID

Episode 1752 - Listener Questions
-33:31 Deborah asks if guests can use refillable mugs at the Pop Century food court

Episode 1715 - Listener Questions
-15:36 Jennifer asks about the propriety of adding Tables in Wonderland to her Annual Pass, considering restrictions for refillable mugs and Food and Wine Festival kiosks. Loopholes for counter service restaurants at resorts that don't have table service restaurants, and a free valet parking benefit are discussed

Episode 1611 - Listener Questions
-24:31 Brad asks about using Disney's refillable mugs for iced coffee

Episode 1314 - Listener Questions
-5:11 Sherry asks about quick service dining, including refillable mugs, at the Boardwalk. Sherry also ponders Disney's Hollywood Studios' FastPass Plus tiering once Toy Story Land opens. Finally, Sherry asks about dining generally in the Epcot area
-25:23 Melissa asks if she can use the same refillable mug during both parts of a split-resort stay

Episode 1290 - Listener Questions
-21:19 Pete from North Carolina talks about the Disney Dining Plan and refillable mugs

Episode 1244 - Listener Questions
-31:16 Jennifer from Virginia decides between Wilderness Lodge and the Boardwalk Inn for a long-weekend with her new husband. Jennifer also asks about refillable mugs at the Boardwalk

Episode 1214 - Listener Questions
-8:00 Missy from Pennsylvania asks if she can obtain a refillable mug before entering her hotel room. Online check in is discussed

Episode 1181 - Listener Questions
-15:25 Andrew from the UK asks if he can transfer coffee from his refillable resort mug to a regular cup at Pepper Market

Episode 1070 - Listener Questions
-9:06 Julie from Indiana asks if she can use the same refillable mug during both parts of a split-resort stay

Episode 1025 - Listener Questions
-15:19 Tony from Ohio asks about refillable mug protocol

Episode 677 - Listener Questions
-13:46 Riley from Canada asks if he can use his Dining Plan-included refillable mug on the second part of his trip, during which he will not be on a Dining Plan

Episode 662 - Listener Questions
-18:36 Bob from Massachusetts gives his thoughts on Refillable Mugs and asks about the corresponding RFID technology

Episode 617 - Listener Questions
-23:21 NJDisDad asks about refillable mug protocol when resort hopping
See Also: "Beverages" above

Snacks

Major Episodes
Episode 2442 - 15 Nights at All-Star Music, Couples Celebration, Snacks-a-Plenty, New Experiences Abound (25:02-27:59)

Episode 2426 - Current Thoughts On Virtual Queues, Country Bears, Popcorn Buckets, Dining at DHS, More (After 42:35)

Episode 2336 - Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, Expectant Mother, Amazing Time in Heat of July 2023 (21:50-22:15; 27:36-28:58)

Episode 2327 - Feedback To 9 Thoughts From Listener Bill in New York (After 34:41)

Episode 2320 - Mike & Scott Discuss Everything But The Podcast Cruise (After 53:25)

Episode 2306 - Live From Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort with Listener Stephanie - June 2023 (32:40-35:05)

Episode 2293 - Tough Walt Disney World Choices - Summer 2023 Edition (20:22-24:00)

Episode 2274 - Running All Walt Disney World Resorts, Hitting All WDW Theme Parks, Rides, Snacks, 26.2+ Magical Miles

Episode 2258 - Interesting Eats Around Walt Disney World

Episode 2216 - Boardwalk Villas, Live Entertainment Focus, Holiday Magic, December 2022 (41:17-43:50)

Episode 2200 - Pam & Rikki Are Back From Walt Disney World Holiday Trips (18:05-24:54; 42:29-47:13)

Episode 2065 - Turning a Passion for Disney Snacks into an App - ParkSnacker.com

Episode 2061 - Traveling From West Coast, Daughter’s First Trip, Flower & Garden, 16 Magical Days, More (21:00-21:31)

Episode 2060 - Walt Disney World Battle of the Lands - Magic Kingdom Edition (8:43-15:37)

Episode 2045 - Disney’s Boardwalk Villas & Caribbean Beach Resorts, Genie Plus Tips, Star Wars Experiences, More (36:30-38:15)

Episode 2024 - Disney’s All-Star Movies, Capture Your Moment, Universal, Yachtsman Steakhouse, More (21:10-22:37)

Episode 1993 - Disney‘s Wilderness Lodge Resort, Surprise Trip, Farewell to Happily Ever After, August 2021 (34:12-35:58)

Episode 1981 - Ratatouille, Creations Shop, Confectionery, ”Wildcard” Picks & More (37:17-41:58)

Episode 1976 - Disney‘s Caribbean Beach, Star Wars Fun, Capture Your Moment, More (32:34-34:18)

Episode 1972 - Disney‘s Pop Century, All 4 Theme Parks, Great Meals, Family (38:53-39:53) Dole Whip Nachos

Episode 1960 - Disney‘s All-Star Movies, 4th of July, Dining Talk, News & More (28:19-30:17) Watermelon Dole Whip

Episode 1953 - Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, Signature Dining, Great Snacks, More (16:45-18:39; 21:22-22:40; 27:21-29:31; 35:33-37:36)

Episode 1922 - You Scream, I Scream, We All Scream for Ice Cream at Walt Disney World

Episode 1908 - Rikki’s “Grand” Weekend with Family at Walt Disney World (35:23-38:25; 39:39-41:18)

Episode 1899 - Mike’s Trip Report from The Hilton/Coronado Springs and Rikki Rides Velocicoaster (41:16-47:55)

Episode 1878 - Art of Animation for 2 Weeks, Great Meals and Thrils, January 2021 (16:34-17:58)

Episode 1864 - Stuff on Carts at Walt Disney World

Episode 1850 - Yacht Club, Super Bowl Sunday in the Parks, Cookies & Palm Trees (20:11-22:44) M&M store

Episode 1843 - First-time Experiences, Awesome Snacks, Family Fun (20:01-20:56; 23:23-23:50; 24:35-25:00; 39:04-39:50)

Episode 1806 - Pam’s Holiday Adventure at Walt Disney World Last Week (19:55-20:53)

Episode 1802 - Rikki’s Holiday Happenings Trip Report From Last Weekend (16:33-27:18)

Episode 1794 - Holiday Snacks Around the World in 2020

Episode 1783 - Family of 7, Grand Floridian, Old Key West, More - October 2020 (44:15-48:07) Dole Whip

Episode 1770 - Would You Rather in 2020? (8:17-11:15; 14:53-20:23)

Episode 1767 - Animal Kingdom Lodge, Caribbean Beach, Swan, More (18:37-21:49)

Episode 1735 - Stop - Sip - Snack

Episode 1699 - Rikki’s Disney Springs & Universal Citywalk Experience (25:57-27:58)

Episode 1669 - Bring Back Three (12:15-18:06)

Episode 1663 - Trapped In Echo Lake (19:14-22:06)

Episode 1516 - Walt Disney World: Overrated & Underrated (7:42-9:10) Dole Whip

Episode 1486 - Pam’s Experiences with Galaxy’s Edge, Disney’s Riviera, DHS 30th Anniversary, More (14:50-18:05)

Episode 1432 - The Disney Dining Plans Revisited (16:07-25:17)

Episode 1408 - Walt Disney World Holiday Happenings 2018 (16:04-29:10)

Episode 1375 - Live Disney Snack Battle with Rikki & Mike from Indy Disney Meet 2018

Episode 1345 - Our Favorite Dining and Snacking Locations at Walt Disney World (After 30:42)

Episode 1289 - Is This Romantic? (28:28-30:30)

Episode 1266 - Trapped In Adventureland (22:27-26:02) Dole Whip and Citrus Swirl

Episode 1170 - Best Snacks at Walt Disney World

Episode 972 - Everything But Running (27:51-28:45) Chocolate

Episode 966 - Using the Lines App by TouringPlans.com (25:36-28:29)

Episode 924 - I Miss __ at Walt Disney World Today (29:22-31:41) Beaver Tails (defunct)

Episode 909 - Rikki’s WDW Labor Day Weekend Trip (11:35-13:58) Flavored popcorn at Epcot

Episode 892 - Mike’s Summer WDW Vacation Thoughts (5:31-6:49)

Episode 885 - Touring Germany in Epcot (17:47-20:19)

Episode 877 - Bay Lake Tower, Anniversary and First-timers Celebration (23:00-23:31)

Episode 873 - 1 Counter Service Meal, 1 Snack, 4 Parks

Episode 819 - What We Love About Walt Disney World (11:10-12:11)

Episode 670 - Pop Century, Great Meals, Extended Family (20:56-21:18) Cinnamon Roll

Episode 654 - Pam’s Boardwalk, Old Key West, & Wilderness Lodge Vacation (31:02-31:47) Ice Cream at Magic Kingdom

Episode 624 - WDW Holidays: Undiscovered (8:34-10:26)

Episode 615 - Boardwalk Bakery

Episode 606 - Pam’s Fall 2013 Trip Report (20:59-21:43)

Episode 589 - Solo Trip for Expedition Everest Challenge (After 30:19)

Episode 468: We all Scream for Ice Cream

Episode 416: Snacking at Epcot with AJ Wolfe

Episode 166 - Sweet Treats at WDW

Listener Questions
Episode 2451 - Listener Questions
-9:18 Diane seeks tips for getting Gideon's Cookies without the typical long wait

Episode 2424 - Listener Questions
-36:24 Howard seeks good sugar-free snacks at Walt Disney World

Episode 2393 - Listener Questions
-42:26 Marie asks about touring Walt Disney World for three days with a first-time visitor, who is also running the Dopey Challenge. Snacks and dining are discussed

Episode 2291 - Listener Questions
-16:39 Max ponders the best snack at Epcot

Episode 2260 - Listener Questions
-27:35 Francesca seeks a good peanut-butter-based snack at Walt Disney World

Episode 2246 - Listener Questions
-25:13 Megan seeks the best place for a birthday cupcake at the Magic Kingdom

Episode 2235 - Listener Questions
-11:33 Jessica asks if refillable popcorn buckets can be reused on future trips

Episode 2142 - Listener Questions
-31:21 Ian asks about running and snack options at Port Orleans Riverside and Pop Century

Episode 2085 - Listener Questions
-17:24 Christopher ponders good quick service meals and snacks at or near each of the four theme parks

Episode 2073 - Listener Questions
-10:24 A listener ponders a good snack at the Magic Kingdom
-12:43 Ashley asks if a new Starbucks will be coming to Epcot

Episode 2042 - Listener Questions
-35:46 Vanessa asks about visiting Disney's lounges as a person who doesn't drink alcohol and seeks good snacks to bring home to her children via airplane
-42:07 Lisa asks about getting substantial snacks, such as corn dogs and nachos, at the Boardwalk

Episode 2036 - Listener Questions
-9:09 Alexa seeks a good place to run at Walt Disney World. Alexa also wonders how long Gideon's cookies remain fresh

Episode 1994 - Listener Questions
-31:08 Jennifer ponders good holiday snacks at Walt Disney World

Episode 1950 - Listener Questions
-37:17 A listener decides between an Everglazed donut and a Gideon's cookie

Episode 1934 - Listener Questions
-27:51 Matt seeks the best donut at Walt Disney World. Everglazed is discussed

Episode 1931 - Listener Questions
-22:54 Paul comments on ice cream at Walt Disney World

Episode 1924 - Listener Questions
-24:30 Matthew recounts a Disney ice cream story
-26:23 Justin ponders the closest snack cart to Spaceship Earth during Future World construction

Episode 1862 - Listener Questions
-24:54 Christina ponders good desserts at Disney Springs

Episode 1780 - Listener Questions
-36:14 Justin ponders signature desserts for Disney's Hollywood Studios, Epcot, Animal Kingdom, and Disney Springs to match the Dole Whip for Magic Kingdom
-40:03 Annie asks if beignets are served at Walt Disney World outside of Port Orleans French Quarter

Episode 1776 - Listener Questions
-5:42 Suzanne decides between buying a carrot cake whoopie pie and a pumpkin tiramisu at Disney's Hollywood Studies

Episode 1733 - Listener Questions
-27:24 Rob discusses crowds at Walt Disney World in July 2020 after the COVID reopening. Rob also discusses food and snack options and mobile ordering in the parks; resort cleanliness and elevator protocol; resort dining options; and masks

Episode 1624 - Listener Questions
-24:36 Justin ponders new character and flavor options to complement the Mickey ice cream bars

Episode 1611 - Listener Questions
-20:37 Anna decides between running the 10K at Marathon Weekend and Princess Weekend. Mike discusses cake pops

Episode 1608 - Listener Questions
-6:15 Kim ponders good food options at the resorts. Snacks are discussed

Episode 1587 - Listener Questions with Live Calls
-39:23 James asks about Tie-Dye Cheesecake and discusses his experience with taking the Skyliner from Pop Century to Disney's Hollywood Studios with a stroller. James also discusses the new reduced bus schedule from Pop Century to Epcot and Disney's Hollywood Studios

Episode 1560 - Listener Questions
-23:17 Jennifer ponders overlooked snacks at Walt Disney World

Episode 1539 - Listener Questions
-10:08 Emily asks about dining at Pop Century and/or Caribbean Beach such as to enhance her experience on the Skyliner. Tie Dye Cheesecake and Sebastian's Bistro are mentioned

Episode 1527 - Listener Questions
-20:50 David asks if Dole Whips and other Disney treats, such as Mickey Waffles and Mickey Bars, have lost their "magic" considering they are increasingly being found in locations outside Walt Disney World

Episode 1494 - Listener Questions
-36:38 Sarah ponders the best snacks that will be available this summer at Walt Disney World

Episode 1482 - Listener Questions
-7:38 Michael asks about transportation at about 8:30 or 9AM from the Boardwalk to Port Orleans French Quarter to obtain Mickey beignets

Episode 1452 - Listener Questions
-9:15 Robert asks if Hot Tamales are sold at Walt Disney World

Episode 1431 - Listener Questions
-8:17 Elise ponders snacks that can double as a meal

Episode 1422 - Listener Questions
-15:38 Sherry ponders the best cupcakes at Walt Disney World. Sherry also asks if she can get ADRs at Tony's Town Square Restaurant during Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party

Episode 1392 - Listener Questions
-40:19 Rachel seeks snack and quick service dining recommendations at the resorts and Disney Springs

Episode 1377 - Listener Questions
-36:12 Amanda asks if she can reuse a refillable popcorn bucket from a previous trip

Episode 1365 - Listener Questions
-39:19 Patrick asks if Zebra Domes contain alcohol
See Nighttime Spectaculars for discussion of firework dessert parties

Tipping

Major Episodes
Episode 1065 - 21 with Hanna and Paige (18:19-19:59; 21:33-23:42)

Episode 613 - Bonnet Creek Resort & Pirate Fun (9:33-11:04)

Episode 486: Tipping Around WDW

Listener Questions
Episode 2421 - Listener Questions
-27:16 Ashley asks about tipping protocol on the Disney Dining Plan

Episode 2050 - Listener Questions
-36:20 Josh asks about using a Disney gift card in place of the Dining Plan, including connecting the gift card to a Magic Band and managing tipping

Episode 2042 - Listener Questions
-26:07 Curtis asks about etiquette for visiting a restaurant just to order lightly and take in the atmosphere. Tipping is discussed

Episode 1572 - Listener Questions
-9:29 Eric asks about forced tipping at Walt Disney World restaurants for parties of more than five people

Episode 1557 - Listener Questions
-13:25 Shawn asks about paying tips when on the Disney Dining Plan

Episode 1344 - Listener Questions
-24:47 Katie asks if Disney Gift Cards can be used to pay tips at restaurants

Episode 1247 - Listener Questions
-6:51 Kristen from Colorado asks about general tipping recommendations for Lyft, Uber, and grocery delivery services

Episode 1049 - Listener Questions
-12:33 Mike and Pam talk about tipping on the Disney Dining Plan

Episode 905 - Listener Questions
-19:19 Hope asks how Tables in Wonderland works in regards to tipping at resort food courts

Episode 830 - Listener Questions
-16:47 Jocelyn asks about tipping at restaurants when paying with a Disney gift card

Episode 801 - Listener Questions
-25:59 Mark asks what the customary tip for an in-park buffet is

Episode 776 - Listener Questions
-26:34 Paul from Pennsylvania asks why the tip is included with the price of the meal at Cinderella's Royal Table

Episode 617 - Listener Questions
-10:33 Lori from Pennsylvania asks about restaurant payment and tipping protocol at WDW. She asks if you can do so with your Magic Band