This article is your complete guide to the best restaurants in Disney Springs. Disney Springs is the fun, dynamic, shopping center of of Walt Disney World with a variety of activities for guests to enjoy. That, of course, includes dining, so we are going to share all of our best restaurants in Disney Springs so you don’t miss out!
What are Best Restaurants at Disney Springs for 2024?
Disney Springs has over 30 restaurants, making it an incredible place to visit to try top-notch award winning restaurants or magical, Disney-like themed spots for the whole family. There are some of the best Disney restaurants in Orlando at Disney Springs, which make it a wonderful destination if you’re traveling to the parks anyway. In this article we are going to cover all of the best restaurants in Disney Springs from the best sit-down restaurants to our best family favorites.
Before we go in depth, we are going to give you our top ten best restaurants in Disney Springs overall, starting with the lowest and going to the best!
What are the top ten Disney Springs best restaurants?
- Paddlefish
- Wolfgang Puck Bar and Grill
- Raglan Road Irish Pub
- The Edison
- Wine Bar George
- Jaleo
- Morimoto Asia
- The Boathouse
- Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’
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What Restaurants have the Best Table Service at Disney Springs 2024?
In this next section, we are going to talk about all of the best Disney Springs sit down restaurants.
The Boathouse
What to Expect: The saying here is, “Great Food, Waterfront Dining, Dream Boats,” and we like to think that it’s the truth at this must-do Disney Springs restaurant. The Boathouse Disney Springs menu is full of creations from the land and sea to keep true to the dockside nautical theme of the restaurant. Grab a spot on the water to watch the Amphicars crash into the water, or cozy up inside to enjoy some of the freshest meals in Disney Springs.
Type of Food: Signature American, Seafood, Steakhouse
Must-Try Menu Items: Oysters on the half shell, Dockside Shrimp Boil, NY Steak and Fries
Tips and Tricks: Since The Boathouse is one of the best restaurants in Disney Springs, it can be hard to grab a table or reservation on busier nights. Luckily, out back is floating dock area with bar and extra seating for those who don’t mind sitting on the water. We’ve always had luck if the main seating area is full for the night on reservations.
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Jaleo
What to Expect: As one of the best restaurants Disney Springs has to offer, Jaleo is an authentic Spanish-style restaurant with a variety of delicious offerings. Jaleo is a restaurant in Disney Springs where you go to share delicious small plates with loved ones or try some of the finest Spanish cheeses. Jaleo is one of the newer restaurants on Disney Springs property but should not be passed up for the well-thought out and award-winning menu.
Type of Food: Spanish, Seafood, Fine signature dining
Must-Try Menu Items: Jaleo Experience (traditional tapas), one of the many cheese or cured meats, traditional paella with shrimp
Tips and Tricks: As one of the newer restaurants in Disney Springs, guests might not know about this exciting offering. Chef Jose Andres is the owner of Jaleo and is known for his humanitarian work, as well as prestigious awards for his unique restaurants. That’s why we always recommend stopping at Jaleo for a waterfront spot at this incredible sit-down restaurant.
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Paddlefish
What to Expect: One of the best Disney Springs seafood restaurants with 360-degree waterfront views constructed inside of a stationary steamboat. Paddlefish is an award-winning restaurant with a menu designed by Executive Chef Steve Richard with some of the freshest seafood choices at the Springs. Paddlefish is one of our favorite restaurants because of how dynamic it is – you can have a romantic date or even bring the family for a night out on the dock!
Type of Food: Fine, Signature American, Seafood
Must-Try Menu Items: Crab-topped fries, Whole Maine Lobster, Stuffed Cod
Tips and Tricks: If you’re looking for the perfect date night for your seafood loving partner, there is a rooftop lounge where you have the best views of the Disney Springs lagoon. The Sunset Roof menu is offered specially for those dining among the stars with a smaller selection of bites from the land and sea.
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Morimoto Asia
What to Expect: One of our favorite nice sit down restaurants in Disney Springs, is Morimoto Asia, which is a creation of the Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto. Morimoto Asia is one of the best restaurants in Disney Springs for it’s Pan-Asian cuisine, as well as, the unique desserts and beers! You will not want to miss out on Morimoto Asia with the incredible architecture, elegant decor and all around impressive service.
Type of Food: Pan-Asian, Fine/Signature Dining
Must-Try Menu Items: Sapporo Spicy Miso Ramen, Morimoto Peking Duck, Green Tea Cheesecake
Tips and Tricks: If you are looking for the perfect date night restaurant, Morimoto Asia should be at the top of the list. While children are welcomed at Morimoto, it really is a good sit down restaurant for adults with the advance flavor profile and more mature offerings. We also find that the menu is one of the more unique places to eat at Disney Springs, so keep that in mind if you’re picky!
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What is the Best Disney Springs Breakfast Restaurant 2024?
If you’re looking where to eat breakfast at Disney Springs, look no further because we have some incredible options. In this next section, we are going to talk about our top three favorite breakfast restaurants in Disney Springs.
Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’
What to Expect: One of the best restaurants at Disney Springs with Southern-style food and Florida flavors created by award winning chef Art Smith. While we think that Art Smith’s Homecomin’ is quite possibly the best restaurant for lunch and dinner, but also it has some of the best breakfast at Disney Springs with their limited, unique brunch menu. From 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM on the weekends, guests can enjoy a feast of savory and sweet with some of the best breakfast in Orlando! If you aren’t feeling like breakfast, we will recommend stopping by Homecomin’ for any other meal because it is truly that good.
Type of Food: Southern, casual
Must-Try Menu Items: Fried chicken & doughnuts, Grand-Daddy Plate, Hallelujah Biscuit
Tips and Tricks: Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ is one of Disney Springs staple restaurants, which means it is going to be VERY popular. We typically recommend looking for Homecomin’ reservations far in advance due to how in demand reservations are. This is especially true for the weekends with it having one of the best breakfast Orlando has to offer.
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House of Blues Restaurant and Bar
What to Expect: One of the best breakfast Disney Springs has to offer with a specialty brunch with a Southern flare. The House of Blues is a Southern-inspired restaurant with flavors from places like New Orleans and Tennessee for their regular weekly and weekend brunch menu. We highly recommend their Weekend Brunch with made-from-scratch mouth watering menu items. Don’t worry, you wont be bored while at this Disney Springs restaurant because it has over 60 Delta-region artist’s sculptures and paintings that you can peruse while inside.
Type of Food: American/Southern
Must-Try Menu Items: Chicken ‘n’ donuts, Tennessee Toast, Steak & Eggs
Tips and Tricks: We highly recommend this big name restaurant for breakfast at Disney Springs for not only the food, but for the bottomless drinks. For $16, guests can get bottomless mimosas or Bloody Marys with brunch, which we think is a pretty good deal for adult beverages at Disney Springs.
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Wolfgang Puck Bar and Grill
What to Expect: One of the best Disney Springs breakfast with the world-famous chef Wolfgang Puck’s menu inspired by the flavors of California and the Mediterranean. Wolfgang Puck is an open, airy elegant space which is perfect to enjoy their vast menu for lunch, dinner and brunch! The food at this Orlando restaurant near Disney has familiar flavors, so this is also a great choice to bring the whole family for breakfast!
Type of Food: Signature American dining
Must-Try Menu Items: Smashed avocado toast, cajun shrimp & grits, old school breakfast
Tips and Tricks: The brunch menu at Wolfgang Puck is a little lighter on the breakfast foods, so if you’re looking for a breakfast heavy brunch menu, this might not be fore you! If you like the staple brunch classics, then you wont have any issues with the bunch menu at Wolfgang Puck!
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What are the Best Restaurants in Disney World for Adults at Disney Springs 2024?
The Edison
What to Expect: A super unique dining experience set in a 1920’s power plant with beautiful waterfront views and delicious food. At the Edison, there 7 different themed bar and dining areas from The Radio Room to a Telegraph Lounge, there isn’t a bad seat in this house! We think that this is one of the best restaurants at Disney Springs for adults because of the expansive bar areas and live entertainment like burlesque dancers, aerialists and steampunk stilt walkers.
Type of Food: American , casual dining
Must-Try Menu Items: Queen Cut Prime Rib, The Edison Burger, Triple Chocolate Voltage Cake
Tips and Tricks: The Edison Disney Springs reviews say great things about the food, but rave about the specialty craft cocktails. So make sure to try one of their signature drinks, or even mocktails if you don’t drink on your night out. Which, if you are looking for a date location or even a night out with friends, The Edison is the place to be with the dance floor and live entertainment.
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Raglan Road Irish Pub – Best Disney Restaurant for Adults 2024
What to Expect: A consistently delicious Irish pub with award-winning food, live entertainment, delicious drinks and so much more! Raglan Road is one of the best Disney restaurants for adults because of the the 4 imported bars and wide variety of Irish, European and American beers. The live entertainment schedule alone for Raglan Road is worth a visit with to partake in the beautiful Irish culture of song and dance.
Type of Food: Irish
Must-Try Menu Items: Bangers & Mash, Shepherd’s Pie, Fish & Chips
Tips and Tricks: Make sure to stop by this best restaurant in Disney Springs after 5PM on the weekdays and almost anytime during the weekends for the most talented Irish performers. Guests can also enjoy an Irish dance show from The Rhythms of Raglan, which is a great show for kids or adults on the weekends. Make sure to check out the performance schedule here to make sure you don’t miss out on the next performance!
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Wine Bar George
What to Expect: A spectacular restaurant with 140 different wines by the glass or bottle with small plates or family-style dining options. At Wine Bar George, you can do it all! You can dine in, take out, or even have a delicious brunch filled with plenty of, you guessed it … wine! This Disney Springs dining spot is the perfect spot for those who love to pair a glass of wine with just about any meal!
Type of Food: American, casual
Must-Try Menu Items: Family style skirt steaks, burrata, Santa Carota short ribs
Tips and Tricks: We think that Wine Bar George is a fun restaurant for adults because it truly feels like the perfect place to get together with friends and have a blast. There are Family Style places that can serve up to four people, as well as small plates that can be ordered for the whole family. That, along with the expansive wine menu and beautiful location is why Wine Bar George is one of the best restaurants in Disney Springs.
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What are the Best Disney Springs Restaurants for Kids 2024?
In this next section, we are going to talk about our best Disney Springs restaurants for kids and where to bring everyone for the perfect family night!
Splitsville
What to Expect: A retro-style venue with bowling, live music and large menu to make everyone happy in the family. At Splitsville, you better come with an appetite and plenty of energy to book your own personal bowling lane to bowl the night away! If you’re looking for a fun, kid-friendly restaurant in Orlando, FL, Splitsville will not only be fun for the kiddos, but for you too.
Type of Food: American
Must-Try Menu Items: Black Jack chicken, Sweet n’ Spicy Chicken Bowl, Grilled Avocado & Ahi Tuna
Tips and Tricks: If you are looking to bowl while at Splitsville, it is important to know that you will have to reserve you lanes for bowling separate from dinner. You can reserve your bowling lane here, which you can absolutely enjoy your meal from while bowling.
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T-Rex
What to Expect: An over-the-top themed restaurant with life-sized dinosaurs and a delicious and large menu for families to enjoy. T-Rex is one of the best restaurants for kids in Orlando for so many reasons, one of them being the incredibly immersive experience. There are different themed rooms with scenes from prehistoric times with explosions, wild animatronics and an incredible Dino Store with souvenirs to take home.
Type of Food: American
Must-Try Menu Items: Megasaurus Burger, Mushroom Ravioli, Boneyard Buffet
Tips and Tricks: While we absolutely love the theming of T-Rex, it is really important to note that if you have little ones that get overstimulated easily this restaurant might not be for you. Depending on where you are seated, there may be a constant scene of a meteor strike which includes flashing lights, loud noises and a lot of extra sounds.
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Best Restaurants in Disney Springs FAQ
Q: Do Disney Springs restaurants need reservations?
A: While not all Disney Springs restaurants require reservations, there are many sit-down restaurant options that might require you to get one if you really want to eat there. While a lot of the Disney Springs restaurants do walk-ups, with the really popular restaurants we always recommend getting an advanced dining reservation.
Q: What is the best restaurant at Disney Springs?
A: The best restaurant in Disney Springs, in our opinion, is Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’, which is a restaurant that specializes in delicious Southern-style cuisine. Guests can get some of the most delicious fried chicken and donuts and other incredible lunch, dinner and brunch options at this Disney Springs restaurant.
Q: Does Disney Springs do breakfast?
A: Yes! During the week guests visiting Disney Springs can enjoy a few different quick service options like Starbucks or other sweeter choices like Gideon’s. But, if you are visiting on the weekend, there are a handful of delicious brunch restaurants like The House of Blues with special weekend menus.
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