Dining with Toddlers: Best Places to Eat at Disney Springs
With so many dining options to choose from at Disney Springs you may be wondering which are the best for your family. Here is a list to narrow down the vast selection to those that are most often recommended for families with toddlers.
I have also included a list of snack locations that little ones and adults alike can find goodies to indulge in while walking around. No sit-down required!
All of these dining options can be located on your My Disney Experience app. The app will provide you with walking directions and mobile ordering if the location has the option.
Table Service – Sit-down dining, reservations recommended
The BOATHOUSE
This favorite dining experience is located in a paddleboat on the water. The kids menu includes a burger, mac and cheese, popcorn shrimp and grilled chicken sandwich. Hang onto your receipt for a discounted ride on the nearby amphicar.
T-REX
A great choice for dinosaur loving toddlers. The atmosphere is immersive but the food has some mixed reviews, mostly referring to it as standard chain food.
TIP: If you are unable to land a reservation ahead of time you can sign up for the Landry’s Select Club and show it at the podium for a brief wait. The cost to join is $25 and you will receive a $25 welcome reward. The card can also be used at Rainforest Cafe at Disney Springs and Animal Kingdom.
Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant
One recommendation is to request seating by the main room stage, if available. Irish dancers will entertain, and even offer kids a chance to learn a dance.
Rainforest Cafe
Always a family favorite, the Rainforest Cafe has locations at Disney Springs and Animal Kingdom. The food review match that of the partner restaurant, T-REX, and the same Landry’s Select Club tip applies for waiting (see above). Just be forewarned, our animal loving toddler was not a big fan of the loud and dark atmosphere, but all kids are different!
Edison
Enjoy American cuisine and unique, themed areas, acts and entertainers. The kids menu is simple and includes burgers, chicken tenders and grilled cheese.
Quick Service – Like fast-food, but better
Blaze Fast-Fire’d Pizza
Choose from signature menu options or create your own made to order 11″ pizza.
Chicken Guy!
Chicken tenders and french fries, but kicked up with 20 sauces to choose from, perfect for dining with picky toddlers who love chicken and fries!
D-Luxe Burger
A personal favorite here is usually the seasonal burger offering. The kids enjoy a choice of a burger, grilled chicken sandwich and chicken nuggets as well as the gelato shakes.
Treats/Snacks – Also shown as ‘Quick Service’ on your app
AristoCrepes
Choose from bubble waffles filled with ice cream and sweet crepes filled with chocolate and fruits
Ghirardelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop
Decadent sundaes, shakes and coffee drinks will lure you in with the sweet smell of Ghiradelli chocolate.
Marketplace Snacks
Get your Dole Whip fix with a traditional Dole Whip or share the Dole Whip nachos with the family
Salt and Straw
A new ice cream shop coming soon!
Sunshine Churros
You can find one churro cart across from World of Disney, to the right of the stage and another on the West Side near the hot air balloon.
Gideons Bakehouse
Line up before opening or join the virtual queue to enjoy half pound cookies and three layer cake slices.
Erin Mckenna’s Bakery NYC
A vegan, kosher and gluten-free bakery perfect for those with dietary restrictions and enjoyable for those without!
Sprinkles
This famous cupcake chain has a location at Disney Springs Town Center equipped with a cupcake ATM!
Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew
Watch donuts being fried and glazed while taking in the selection of donuts and sweet and savory breakfast sandwiches.
