Most people get so caught up in the Disney World Theme Parks and Hotels that they never find their way to a wonderful part of Disney called Disney Springs. Disney Springs restaurants are some of the best in Disney World!
There’s tons of different dining establishments at Disney Springs from kid friendly dining to upscale dining. Whether you spend a day here enjoying the shopping and attractions or you just want to dine at Disney Springs, it’s is a great spot to visit!
Today we’re excited to share with you the best restaurants for places to eat, drink and snack while you are in Disney Springs. If you’re new to Disney Springs, this is a must read.
Let’s get started!
Disney Springs Dining Options
Disney Springs is located closest to Epcot. If you’re coming for somewhere other than Disney World, it’s easily accessible by Interstate-4. Disney Springs has four different neighborhoods: Town Center, Marketplace, The Landing and the West Side. Dining is located all around the Disney Springs area with various options to pick from.
Dining options at Disney Springs range from simple snacks to burgers and hot dogs as well as options that go all the way up to fine dining choices.
Disney Springs isn’t just for those staying at Disney World or visiting the parks! Disney Springs is open and free to the public. Even if you’re not going to Disney World you can still pop in and enjoy the shopping and get a bit to eat!
Disney Springs Dining Categories
Below we are listing all the restaurants with the Disney Dining Plan categories in mind. The dining plan is not currently in effect (it is coming back in 2024), but restaurants are still categorized as table service or counter service.
We generally consider table service restaurants to be for dinner and counter service for lunch. You can find more details about these categories here.
22 Top Disney Springs Table Service Restaurants
Table Service gives you a full sit-down meal which would includes an entree or a complete combo meal and a desert and beverage, a buffet or a family-style meal.
Normally, these restaurants in Disney Springs will require a reservation. You’ll also want to ensure you have enough time to spend thoroughly enjoying your dining experiences and the environment!
All of the restaurants in Disney Springs are each unique with different themes and cuisine. There truly is something for every taste bud and for every personality! We break it all down for you here.
The best restaurants for table service in Disney Springs are:
1. AMC Disney Springs 24 Dine-In Theatres
Dinner and movie anyone? Enjoy a delicious meal and an old fashioned show when dining at the AMC Disney Springs 24 Dine-In Theatre! Six of the theaters here offer a dine-in service where you can order food and cocktails. There’s even some upgraded theaters with floor to ceiling screens and upscale dining at this fun Disney Springs spot. Be sure to factor in time to check out MacGuffins Bar and Lounge before or after your show.
You must be 18 years old or accompanied by a parent or guardian.
2. City Works Eatery and Pour House
This new Disney Spring restaurant is a great spot to watch a game with tons of TV’s and a video wall. This restaurant serves up classic American food and has an expansive beer menu with 90+ beers on tap.
It has a nice, large patio and plenty of indoor seating to suit whatever you’re in the mood for. If you find yourself in Disney Springs for your team’s big game, this is the spot to go!
Sports fans will love this restaurant. Prices range from $15-$35 per adult.
3. Enzo’s Hideaway Tunnel Bar
Enzo’s Hideaway Tunnel Bar in Disney Springs is a fun speakeasy inspired by Roman aperitivo bars. It’s one of the trio of restaurants that serves good quality Italian food along with meats and cheeses. It has a great atmosphere you’ll love when dining!
Enzo’s has the largest amount of aged rum and scotch in all of Disney Springs. If someone is your group likes to sip one of these, you’ll definitely want to go here! Enzo’s also is known for their barrel aged cocktails. This is the perfect place to visit to enjoy a drink and dinner in a 1920’s atmosphere.
4. Frontera Cocina
Frontera Cocina serves authentic Mexican specialties from seven-time winner of the James Beard Foundation Award, Chef Rick Bayless. Frontera Cocina has been open since 2016 and serves authentic Mexican cuisine and unique crafted cocktails.
This Disney Springs spot has both a sit down restaurant for dining in as well as a walk up window for easy ordering! Be sure to check out their chips and smoky chipotle salsa and the wide variety of margaritas.
5. Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’
Florida southern favorites such as fried chicken, mac and cheese and unbelievable desserts are served at Homecomin’. It pays tribute to Florida’s rich agriculture heritage. You’ll find local ingredients and farm to table meals here.
Chef Art is the head chef here – you may know him as being one of Oprah’s former chefs! You’ll be in good hands when dining here during your time at Disney Springs.
If brunch is your style, head over to the Rise n Shine Brunch on weekends from 9:30-1:00. You will enjoy southern style food such as biscuits, fried chicken, homemade doughnuts, and bacon.
6. House of Blues Restaurant and Bar
A whopping capacity of 1500 and great live entertainment almost every night in the House of Blues Music Hall. This restaurant is a mix of southern and global cuisine! You will find Creole jambalaya, pork, shrimp and grits. Be sure to check out the great drink specials offered Monday through Thursday.
If you’re in Disney Springs looking for brunch, head here! This restaurant features a fantastic Weekend Brunch. Weekend Brunch is a favorite with bottomless drinks and incredible food – including chicken ‘n donuts! This is one of the best restaurants in Disney Springs!
7. Jaleo
You’ll experience the spirit and flavor of Spain both traditional and new twists on classics at Jaleo. You may recognize this restaurant from some place other than Disney Springs. This Jaleo is the 5th Jaleo restaurant and is the biggest one yet!
Chef Jose Andres serves classics from Spain like tapas, paella and more. You’ll love dining here! Dishes are meant to be shared giving this a unique and fun atmosphere.
8. Maria and Enzo’s Ristorante
Once an abandoned 1930s airline terminal, this wonderful restaurant is full of historical air travel references and overlooks Lake Buena Vista. Maria and Enzo’s Ristorante showcases amazing 50 foot high ceilings, a grand staircase and floor to ceiling views! You will find vintage maps and amazing artifacts on display here.
Don’t forget the food! Maria and Enzo’s serves Sicilian dishes from Southern Italy. The food is family friendly – you will find pastas, fish, steaks, Arancini di Carne, and a Sunday brunch.
9. Morimoto Asia
You’ll definitely want to stop in to Morimoto Asia since it’s celebrity Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto’s brilliant pan-Asian restaurant! If you love dim sum, this is the dining spot for you! Morimoto serves up Japanese, Korean, and Chinese dishes that you will love.
10. Paddlefish
You’ll find seafood galore at Paddlefish! This restaurant in Disney Springs is perfect for special events as it’s located on an anchored replica of a 19th century riverboat! There are 3 floors of places to eat including rooftop seating, outdoor terraces and more. Live music is available on Friday and Saturday nights. This is truly a one of a kind dining experience.
The seafood options include the Daily Catch, seafood boils and king crab. Don’t miss out on the filet mignon!
11. Paradiso 37, Taste of the Americas
Paradiso 37 serves up cuisine of the 37 Latin American Nations! You’ll love the daily live music alongside waterfront views. This restaurant is a must for sunset so book early!
This is a nighttime hotspot for those 21 and older who are looking for a lively atmosphere. Paradiso 37 has a huge tequila tower and an international rum bar. For food, you will find entrees from North, Central and South America.
12. Planet Hollywood Observatory
When dining at Planet Hollywood Observatory, you’ll enjoy the movie and music memorabilia with some of the best food! This amazing restaurant has a 4 story star gazing observatory. A DJ will play top music at night, so bring your dancing shoes!
Dine on some of Guy Fieri’s burgers and sandwiches while viewing amazing historical Disney pieces you won’t find anywhere else.
13. Raglan Road Irish Pub
Raglan Road Irish Pub is a fun Irish restaurant with live music and Irish dance most days. Enjoy some of the best fish and chips while enjoying some amazing music and dancing first hand! The daily entertainment schedule is posted here.
Be sure to check out the Rollicking Raglan Brunch on Saturdays and Sundays from 9:00-3:00.
14. Rainforest Cafe
There’s a good chance you’ve heard of and likely visited a Rainforest Cafe near you! This popular restaurant chain has exotic fish tanks, animatronic figures and jungle sounds. It’s a top spot for animal lovers!
Be warned – there’s oftentimes a thunder storm that rolls through from time to time while dining so if you have littles who are afraid of thunder, keep that in mind!
You can also find a Rainforest Cafe in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. You will need park tickets and a park reservation in order to visit that location.
15. Splitsville Luxury Lanes
Dinner and bowling with in Disney Springs? With over 50,000 square feet of fun, you’re sure to find something to do at this restaurant! It has a retro-glam feel that kids and adults will both love.
The 2 levels of this restaurant has everything from bowling to billiards and live entertainment and more. Come with a large group or just your family!
You don’t have to bowl in order to enjoy the dining room! You will find delicious appetizers, sushi, fish n chips, taco bowls, and incredible desserts.
16. STK Orlando
Looking for a steakhouses that doesn’t have a traditional, stuffy setting?
STK Orlando is a great spot in Disney Springs that serves American cuisine in a hip, chic environment with ambient lighting and a DJ in the middle of the restaurant. It’s one of the top steak houses in Disney Springs and the Orlando area!
Their beef is cared for from conception to plate and comes from Iowa and Nebraska. They also have a late night menu for less expensive small plates. Steak people, this is your spot in Disney Springs!
17. T-Rex Cafe
Step back 200 million years in this prehistoric age dinosaur themed restaurant. You’ll find special effect and dinosaurs a plenty – even a 15 foot T-rex!
They serve family friendly food and get this – every 20ish minutes you’ll see a meteor shower! The rooms are themed and you will enjoy checking out the different areas. The menu serves American family favorites that kids and adults will enjoy.
This is a super unique restaurant that offers hands on experiences as well as a “Build-A-Dino” area. If you have child that is into dinosaurs, be sure to check this place out.
18. Terralina Crafted Italian
Terralina Crafted Italina is a wonderful, upscale Italian restaurant. It has amazing waterfront views and tons of family friendly options. There’s a wood-burning oven at the heart of this restaurant. You can get pizza, pasta and more here!
Head outside to the outdoor bar for a cocktail while enjoying the view of the Riverfront Plaza. Be sure to check out the art on the walls and consider doing a cooking class while you’re in Disney Springs!
19. The Boathouse
This one of a kind restaurant offers different dining packages. The Boathouse is an upscale, waterfront restaurant in Disney Springs and one of the best restaurants to eat. You will find Florida surf and turf – including premium steaks and pork Chos! For a bit more casual setting, check out the outdoor menu of sandwiches and lobster rolls.
Looking for a place to relax? Head to the Captain’s Raw Bar, the Admiral’s Club Bar or the Dock Bar to sip classic craft cocktails or wine. Take a walk on the boardwalk that connects the three incredible areas of this restaurant.
If you love fine dining with steaks, seafood and a raw bar, you’ll want to check this out. Be sure to check out their website for all the details.
20. The Edison
The Edison has a fantastic ambiance with an Industrial Gothic theme of the 1920’s time period. Something really fun about this restaurant is all of it’s themed areas! This restaurant is themed to look like a 1920’s electric company From a parlor to a telegraph lounge to the radio room, each spot is unique and has it’s own vibe.
The Edison has 35 foot ceilings, tons of amazing antiques and even vintage cartoons playing on the television sets! This restaurant is adults only after 10pm. If you find yourself in Disney Springs with no kids after 10pm, pop in for all the night time entertainment of bands and DJs.
If you’re there with kids prior to the curfew, don’t fret – it’s totally family friendly! If you’re looking for classic American cuisine in Disney Springs, this is your spot.
21. Wine Bar George
Come for the wine, stay for the food! It’s the only wine bar lead by Master Sommelier George Miliotes at Disney Springs and it isone of the best spots at Disney Springs. With over 140 types of wine available its the top spot for wine!
You can get wine by the bottle, the glass and even the ounce! It’s a great option for wine lovers since you can try so many different wines. While sipping wine, enjoy dining on small plates, family style plates, sweets and more. This is a great place if you are on an adults only Disney trip!
Be sure to check out the Wine Country Brunch on Saturdays and Sundays – you will find the Frozcato Mimosa made with DOLE Whip! If you want a spot for some good wine in Disney Springs, head here!
22. Wolfgang Puck Bar and Grill
Inspired by traditional farmhouses, this unique bar and grill offers a variety of wonderful food. Wolfgang Puck Bar and Grill has a laidback vibe while serving Californian cuisine.
Fun fact about this restaurant – they have a gelato bar! It’s a walk up window where you can order a serving of gelato. This is perfect for cooling off during a warm day while shopping at Disney Springs!
Disney Springs Counter Service Restaurants
Quick service (counter service) includes meals and drinks at most places in Walt Disney World including the Disney Resorts. These are restaurants that are quick, on the run, and typically do not need a reservation.
Quick service/counter service restaurants can be used for breakfast, lunch or dinner depending on where you are eating. The counter service restaurants in Disney Springs are:
- Amorette’s Patisserie – French style bakery with cakes, pastries, and treats
- Blaze Fast-Fire’d Pizza – Artisanal pizzas made in three minutes
- Chicken Guy! – Celebrity Chef Guy Fieri puts his flair on chicken, sauces, and salads
- Cookes of Dublin – Irish cooking! Enjoy fish and chips, meat pies, sandwiches, and more
- D-Luxe Burger – Ranch style gourmet burgers, fries, and gelato shakes
- Earl of Sandwich – Known for its hot sandwiches and Earl Gray lemonade!
- Erin McKenna’s Bakery NYC -Treats that are kosher and refined sugar-, gluten-, wheat-, soy-, dairy- and egg-free.
- Food Trucks Exposition Park – you will find three amazing food trucks at Disney Springs: the Mexican inspired 4 Rivers Cantina Barbacoa Food Truck, incredible hot dog varieties from Hot Diggity Dogs, and of course, macaroni and cheese twists from Mac and Cheese.
- Ghirardelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop – Speciality sundaes and premium chocolates
- Marketplace Snacks – Dole Whip desserts and pineapple rum floats!
- Morimoto Asian Street Food – Classic Asian street food such as ramen, sushi, and bubble tea
- Pepe – Spanish food truck food from José Andrés. It’s the first brick and mortar of this restaurant. Located on the West Side.
- Pizza Ponte – Sicilian style pizza, desserts, and wine
- Polite Pig – Modern Florida barbecue along with Southern sides (think mac and cheese, smoked corn with lime butter and tomato and watermelon salad). Also offers craft beers and cocktails.
- Sprinkles – Gourmet bakery and ice cream. If you’ve ever wanted to try one of the Instagram famous “cupcake ATMs” this is where you can do it! Well known for their salted oatmel cornflake flavor.
- Starbucks – West Side – coffee, of course!
- Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company (formerly Tea Traders Cafe) – Gourmet coffee drinks from Joffrey’s – the official specialty coffee of Walt Disney World. Also has tropical smoothies in 8 unique flavors.
- The Smokehouse – BBQ classics and cocktails
- Vivoli Gelateria – World famous Italian gelato
- Wolfgang Puck Express – California cuisine from Wolfgang Puck
In addition to all of these restaurants, there are a wide variety of snacks and drink locations where you can grab everything from ice cream and pretzels to soft drinks and curated cocktails. Remember, many snacks you can find Disney Springs are on the Disney Dining Plan!
The 19 Best Disney Springs Restaurants
Which of the spots in Disney Springs are best restaurants? One of the best indicators of which restaurant is best is which is most popular.
We spent time researching Trip Advisor and a variety of restaurant recommendation sites to come up with a list of the very top Disney Springs restaurants. Taking all the table and counter restaurants into consideration, here is what we find to be the order of most popular.
Remember, this isn’t our opinion! This is the opinion of thousands of people who have eaten at these Disney Spring restaurants.
The 19 best restaurants in Disney Springs are:
- Wine Bar George
- House of Blues Restaurant and Bar
- Homecomin’
- Enzo’s Hideaway Tunnel Bar
- Raglan Road
- The BOATHOUSE
- Frontera Cocina
- Chicken Guy!
- T-Rex
- Morimoto Asia
- Wolfgang Puck Bar and Grill
- Maria and Enzo’s Ristorante
- STK Orlando
- Rainforest Cafe
- The Edison
- Paddlefish
- Terralina Crafted Italian
- Planet Hollywood at Disney Springs
- Paradiso 37, Taste of the Americas
Downtown Disney is now Disney Springs
Disney Springs hasn’t always been called Disney Springs. Let’s do a quick dive into a bit of Disney Springs history in case you haven’t been to Disney World in quite a long time.
It all started in 1975 as the Lake Buena Vista Shopping Village. Not much was there at the time but it was billed as a restful shopping atmosphere.
Two years later, in 1977, it changed names to the Walt Disney World Village. A few years after that the name was changed to Disney Village Marketplace.
At this point brand name stores and dining establishments were coming in to this shopping area. In 1997, Disney Village Marketplace became Downtown Disney.
After many years of being called Downtown Disney, Disney announced a major expansion to the area. On September 29, 2015 Disney gave Downtown Disney a fresh new name…Disney Springs.
At times you may hear people refer to Disney Springs as Downtown Disney. Now you know why!
Helpful Information For Your Visit To Disney Springs
Is Disney Springs Free?
Yes, it is free to visit Disney Springs. You do not need any sort of ticket.
Is there a dress code at Disney Springs restaurants?
Resort casual attire is recommended throughout Disney Springs. There is a dress code for all Walt Disney World Resort Signature Dining locations, including those found at Disney Springs. Certain types of clothing are not permitted, such as tank tops, swimsuits, swimsuit coverups, hats for men, cutoffs, torn clothing of any kind or t-shirts with offensive language and/or graphics. You can find out the category of each restaurant here.
How do I get to Disney Springs?
There are several options for getting to Disney Springs – car, bus, boat, ride share, or walking.
- Car: take 1-4 and exit 67. Follow the signs for Disney Springs
- Walt Disney World Buses:
- Bus service to Disney Resort hotels begins when Disney Springs opens and ends one hour after close. Bus service from theme parks to Disney Springs is not available.
- Water Transportation: Sassagoula Boats travel between the Disney Springs Marketplace dock and these locations: Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort, Disney’s Old Key West Resort, Port Orleans Resort – Riverside, Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter
- Rideshare: Rideshares, such as Lyft or Uber, will drop you off at Marketplace Bus Loop
- Walk: If your resort is within walking distance to Disney Springs use the pedestrian footbridges that connect Hotel Plaza Boulevard with the Marketplace at Disney Springs for easy access.
How much is parking at Disney Springs?
Self parking is free in all surface lots and garages. Valet parking is $20 and is available at the porte-cochère of Cirque du Soleil.
We definitely recommend spending a day at Disney Springs if you have extra time in your schedule when visiting Disney! This may be a great place for dining the day you arrive at Walt Disney World.
Several of our favorite off site hotels are located very close to Disney Springs – some just a short walk away. If you are thinking of staying off site we recommend checking these out.
Be sure to use our Disney planning guide to help make the most out of your time!