The Best Quick Service Restaurants at Disney Resorts

Walt Disney World is home to endless dining options that range from grab and go snacks to signature dining experiences. A great way that Guests can explore more of the property while digging into delicious dining options is by checking out restaurants located in Disney Resorts. Quick service options at Disney Resorts allow Guests to literally get a taste of that location while also checking out the atmosphere, details, and more and many of these restaurants feature amazing menus. Let’s look at some of the best quick service restaurants that Guests can find and enjoy while exploring Disney Resorts.

Contempo Café

Disney’s Contemporary Resort can be found on the shores of Seven Seas Lagoon and is home to several popular table service restaurants including California Grill, Chef Mickey’s, and Steakhouse 71. Guests who hop aboard the monorail and visit the Disney Resort can enjoy the unique modern A-frame architecture while dining in the Grand Canyon Concourse at the quick service Contemp Café. This centrally located restaurant is open air in the lobby and offers up beautiful views of the monorail gliding by and the massive Mary Blair mural that towers above. The menu at Contempo Café focuses on fresh ingredients and Guests can enjoy options such as the Contempo Artisanal Burger, Spicy Chicken Sandwich, and Three-Meat Flatbread.

Capt. Cook’s

Continuing along the monorail line to Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, Guests can enjoy the serenity and beauty of the South Seas with white sand beaches, island décor, and tropical touches. In addition to the very popular ‘Ohana, Guests can enjoy a delicious quick service meal from Capt. Cook’s which can be found on the lower level of the Great Ceremonial House. The restaurant features a small indoor dining room with posters advertising various islands as well as an outdoor patio that overlooks the Lava Pool and Seven Seas Lagoon. The menu at Capt. Cook’s infuses favorite items with flavors from the islands, and Guests are sure to love Tonga Toast, Thai Coconut Meatballs, Pulled Pork Nachos, and the Hawaiian Flatbread.

The Mara

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge is a stunning location that features a sweeping lobby that overlooks savannas where zebras, giraffes, and more roam. Unfortunately, the Disney Resort tends to be overlooked because of its relatively remote location near Disney’s Animal Kingdom, but those who do visit are charmed by its theming and dining options. The Mara is the Disney Resort’s main quick service location and is named after the river that flows through Tanzania and Kenya. The interior is designed to feel as though Guests are under trees on the savanna while enjoy menu options including the Harissa-spiced Beef Bowl, Tamarind Barbecue Pork Sandwich, Pepperoni Flatbread, and Tuna Salad Wrap.

Scat Cat’s Club – Café

Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter brings the festive atmosphere of New Orleans to life with charming bright buildings, wrought iron railings and balconies, a serpent named Scales, and the beautiful Sassagoula River. While Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory is the main quick service dining location at the Disney Resort, Guests absolutely love Scat Cat’s Club – Café. This quick service location is best known for its delicious beignets which are perfectly fried squares of flaky dough smothered in powdered sugar. Guests can order regular Mickey-shaped Beignets or mix it up with several dipping sauces, a Mickey-shaped Beignet Sundae, or the Baton Rouge Beignets which infuse the treats with either Baileys Irish Cream Liqueur, Kahlua Liqueur, or RumChata Liqueur.

Roaring Fork

The stunning beauty and massive size of the lodges found in the National Parks is brought to life at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge where Guests can enjoy a sweeping lobby with rustic charm and cozy fireplaces. There are several popular restaurants at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, but many Guests love to visit the Disney Resort for a bite to eat at Roaring Fork. This quick service location can be found just off the main lobby and is open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The menu focuses on hearty options like the Loaded Totcho Bowl, Barbecued Brisket and Burnt Ends, Smoked Sausage, and Wilderness Salad with Chicken which Guests can enjoy either inside the dining space or on an adjacent patio. With beautiful ambiance and delicious food, Roaring Fork is definitely a great choice when spending time at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge!

Landscape of Flavors

Disney’s Art of Animation Resort celebrates the process and beauty of animation through larger-than-life areas that bring favorite movies like The Little Mermaid and Finding Nemo to life. Landscape of Flavors is the Disney Resort’s main quick service location, and the restaurant continues the theme of animation by showcasing beautiful murals of landscapes from favorite films. While taking in the artwork and atmosphere, Guests can enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner options such as Vanilla Pancakes, Mongolian Beef, Bacon Cheeseburger, and Honey Barbecued Pork Sandwich. Guests who take the time to visit Disney’s Art of Animation Resort should plan on enjoying a meal at Landscape of Flavors.

Primo Piatto

The final quick service restaurant on the list is Primo Piatto which can be found at Disney’s Riviera Resort. Featuring a light and airy dining room with large windows looking out at the Disney Resort and charming tile details, Primo Piatto features a delicious menu that focuses on fresh ingredients infused with flavors from the Riviera. Guests who visit the restaurant for breakfast, lunch, or dinner can enjoy unforgettable options including Blueberry-Lemon Pancakes, Beef Bolognese, Margherita Pizza, Croque Monsieur, and Tuna Nicoise Salad. Guests can also enjoy a selection of bakery items, wine, cocktails, specialty coffees, and more throughout each day making Primo Piatto at Disney’s Riviera Resort a wonderful option!