The most magical place on Earth is also one of the tastiest. Here are some mouthwatering Disney World food items you must try on your next trip.
18 Must-Try Foods at Disney World
Updated on Jul. 22, 2025
Dole Whip
Where to find it: Magic Kingdom (Aloha Isle, Sunshine Tree Terrace), Polynesian Village Resort (Pineapple Lanai), Animal Kingdom (Tamu Tamu Refreshments) and various other locations
Enjoying this creamy, sweet and beloved frozen pineapple goodie on a hot day is as classic a Disney World experience as going for a spin on Space Mountain. For an extra treat, turn the tropical soft serve into a pineapple float by adding pineapple juice. To get the Dole Whip experience without paying park admission, head to the Polynesian Village Resort’s outdoor Pineapple Lanai stand—you can even get a rum floater! Then, sip it from the beach while you watch the free nightly Electrical Water Pageant.
The Grey Stuff
Where to find it: Magic Kingdom (Be Our Guest Restaurant, Gaston’s Tavern in Fantasyland)
Beauty and the Beast fans, sing along: “Try the grey stuff—it’s delicious!” (Don’t believe us? Ask the dishes.) This whipped confection is no longer sold as a stand alone, but you can finish off a meal with a chocolate tart topped with this delightful (if strangely named) treat at the Be Our Guest Restaurant. Or, head over to Gaston’s Tavern and nosh on a Grey Stuff Cupcake. Don’t be put off by the color; it’s just a cookies-and-cream mousse. If you want to make this confection at home, Disney released this secret recipe, along with a slew of others.
Cheshire Cat Tail
Where to find it: Magic Kingdom (Cheshire Café in Fantasyland)
Look for this colorful storybook treat near the Mad Tea Party in Magic Kingdom’s Fantasyland. A sweet croissant dough filled with chocolate and cream, it’s perfect for Alice’s tea party—or as an accompaniment to a cold brew coffee that you can also order there.
Lefou’s Brew
Where to find it: Magic Kingdom (Gaston’s Tavern in Fantasyland)
This frozen apple juice and toasted marshmallow–flavored combo, topped with a frothy, fruity foam, is the perfect refresher on a hot day. Bonus: It comes with a souvenir stein so you can remember your trip to Disney World for years to come.
Canadian Cheddar Cheese Soup
Where to find it: EPCOT (Le Cellier Steakhouse at the World Showcase)
Eat your way around the globe at EPCOT’s World Showcase. There are tons of options you can grab on the go, but you’ll definitely want to book a seat for this one. This decadent beer cheese soup needs your complete attention so you don’t end up dripping it down your Mickey shirt. Intent on walking while enjoying your Disney World food? Try the Daily Poutine kiosk, where you can get fries topped with gravy and cheese curds—another great Canadian treat.
French Crepes
Where to find it: EPCOT (La Crêperie de Paris in the France Pavilion)
The fabulous crepes at La Crêperie de Paris in the expanded France Pavilion are très magnifique. You’ll especially drool over the aptly named Ratatouille Galette, a savory crepe filled with tomatoes, zucchini and eggplant—just the thing to get you in the mood for Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure 4D ride! After you zip through a Parisian restaurant with Remy, swing by the crepe window again for dessert crepes with hazelnut and chocolate or red berries. This is also a great place to stop if you’re looking for vegetarian options in the park.
All-American Barbecue Platter
Where to find it: EPCOT (Regal Eagle Smokehouse in the American Adventure Pavilion)
You’ll smell the mouthwatering barbecue long before you arrive at the Regal Eagle Smokehouse, where America’s best barbecue traditions are all on offer. Think Memphis dry-rub ribs, North Carolina pulled pork and Texas beef brisket. Tip: This is a great spot for kids’ meals, with options like a chicken leg or ribs served up with sides such as mac and cheese, BBQ beans and watermelon—all for less than a souvenir pin.
Macaron Ice Cream Sandwich
Where to find it: EPCOT (L’Artisan des Glaces in the France Pavilion)
Leave it to Disney to combine two things we had no idea went together into one incredibly delicious dish. Found in the France Pavilion’s ice cream shop, L’Artisan des Glaces, this sweet treat combines chewy macarons and ice cream. There’s a decadent chocolate option and a seasonal flavor. We tried a raspberry macaron filled with raspberry and lemon sorbet and gave them a definite thumbs-up! For the adults, this charming shop also serves ice cream martinis.
Werther’s Original Caramel Popcorn
Where to find it: EPCOT (Karamell-Küche in the Germany Pavilion)
Forget all your preconceived notions about prepackaged caramel corn when you arrive at the Karamell-Küche shop at the Germany Pavilion—and definitely don’t buy the plastic bags of corn on the shelves. What you’re here for are warm, crunchy kernels coated with toasty caramel syrup made right in front of you. The best-kept Disney secret is that new batches for caramel corn are made continuously throughout the day, since this treat is a fan favorite.
Ronto Wrap
Where to find it: Disney’s Hollywood Studios (Ronto Roasters at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge)
You need fuel for a journey to the outer reaches of the galaxy, and Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge delivers. This was an instant hit when it debuted, and now it’s a draw in its own right. What is it? The Ronto Wrap features a warm flatbread with pulled pork, coleslaw, sausage and a “secret” sauce. There’s also a vegan version.
Green or Blue Milk
Where to find it: Hollywood Studios (The Milk Stand in Galaxy’s Edge)
As you stroll through Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge, it’s only fitting to sip something truly out of this world. The green or blue milk served in the highly immersive land is just the thing—but FYI, it doesn’t quite taste like milk. Instead, it’s frozen and fruity (blue) or citrusy (green) and is crafted with a base of non-dairy coconut and rice milks. Feeling extra adventurous? You can have it served with a shot of alcohol—rum for blue and tequila for green.
Grilled Three-Cheese Sandwich
Where to find it: Hollywood Studios (Woody’s Lunch Box in Toy Story Land)
Whether you’re a kid or a kid at heart, this decadent and gooey three-cheese grilled cheese from Woody’s Lunch Box is sure to be a favorite. Don’t miss out on ordering the Totchos—potato-tot nachos covered in queso, tomatoes and corn chips. As Woody would say, yeehaw!
Peanut Butter and Jelly Milk Shake
Where to find it: Hollywood Studios (50s Prime Time Café)
Another nostalgic Walt Disney favorite that’s gotten a makeover treatment. This ice cream treat combines decadent ice cream, creamy peanut butter and a sweet dollop of jelly. It’s truly a joy to your taste buds.
Night Blossom
Where to find it: Animal Kingdom (Pongu Pongu in Pandora)
The unicorn-hued Night Blossom drink, which combines slushy lime and cactus pear flavors with passion fruit boba, can be sampled only at the Pongu Pongu stand. (By the way, Pongu Pongu means “party party” in Avatar‘s Na’vi conlang.) It’s definitely worth trying out this drink because, simply put, it’s otherworldly and delicious. You can also turn this colorful chiller into a grown-up sipper by ordering a Rum Blossom.
Steamed Cheeseburger Pods
Where to find it: Animal Kingdom (Satu’li Canteen in Pandora)
Pandora, the immersive Avatar-themed land inside Animal Kingdom, doesn’t just offer extraterrestrial moonscapes—it offers a heaping of futuristic foods. One standout? These big, fluffy steamed bao buns that are filled with ground beef, cheddar, pickles, mustard and ketchup. Mouthwateringly yum!
Blueberry Cream Cheese Mousse
Where to find it: Animal Kingdom (Satu’li Canteen in Pandora)
Another dish only found in Animal Kingdom’s Pandora, this dessert is as tasty as it is Instagrammable. The deeply hued blueberry cream cheese mousse, served with passion fruit curd, is sky blue on the outside and turns a deep blueberry-pie purple when you cut into it. This mousse is what you get when Disney’s best employees get to work!
15-Layer Signature Chocolate Cake
Where to find it: Magic Kingdom (Steakhouse 71 at Contemporary Resort)
There’s cake, and then there’s this towering chocolate colossus found just steps from the entrance to Magic Kingdom. You’ll definitely want to grab a friend or two to tackle the 15 layers of icing, ganache and deep chocolate cake. The layers in this cake symbolize every floor of the iconic Contemporary Resort!
Mickey Premium Ice Cream Bar
Where to find it: Multiple locations in all parks
Here’s a classic Disney World food to tie things up: This iconic Mickey-shaped treat is so popular that you can find everything from stickers to T-shirts emblazoned with its image. It’s simple but perfect: a vanilla ice cream pop covered with dark chocolate. You can find it in various spots throughout the parks, and slurp on it while you visit the iconic Cinderella Castle looming in the distance.
FAQs
What is the cheapest Disney World food?
Disney World food doesn’t have to be pricey. Here are some options you can enjoy for less than $10:
- Hushpuppies from Columbia Harbour House
- Caramel Apple Butter Bar from Karamell-Küche
- Macaroni & Cheese from Regal Eagle Smokehouse
- Orange Cream Soft-serve Cup from Sunshine Tree Terrace
What food can I bring to Disney World?
Guests can bring their own food and nonalcoholic beverages into the park, but they can’t be in glass containers or require reheating or refrigeration. They can’t have strong odors, either.
Does Disney World have a food package?
Yes, dining plans are available with certain Walt Disney World Travel packages, and a stay at a Disney Resort is required.
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Sources:
- Walt Disney World: “Dining”
- Disney World Food Blog: “12 of My Favorite Snacks Under $10, From a Former Disney World Cast Member”
- Walt Disney World: “Disney Theme Parks & Water Parks—Frequently Asked Questions”
