One thing that makes Walt Disney World so unique is that it’s open 365 days of the year. No matter the holiday, you can visit Mickey and his friends any day of the year. One of the most popular times of year to visit the Most Magical Place on Earth is during the holiday season. From the spectacular decorations to the fun holiday offerings, it’s the most magical time of the year.
If your family will be visiting Walt Disney World for Thanksgiving or Christmas Day, you can still experience a classic holiday meal while you’re away from home. Thanks to a few select Disney restaurants, guests can have their fill of a holiday feast and have a little bit of home while away on vacation! While all of Walt Disney World’s restaurants are in operation on these holidays, only a few offer special holiday, turkey-based meals. Here are the restaurants you’ll want to book a dining reservation for on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day!
Thanksgiving Day
Akershus Royal Banquet Hall – This family-style restaurant is located in the World Showcase at the Norway Pavilion. Guests can expect a holiday meal on Thanksgiving Day if they book a lunch or dinner reservation here.
Biergarten Restaurant – Oktoberfest takes place year round at the Germany Pavilion in World Showcase! Stop by to experience this one-of-a-kind buffet for lunch or dinner on Thanksgiving Day.
Coral Reef Restaurant – Looking for a Thanksgiving meal with a view? Coral Reef Restaurant is located inside of the Seas pavilion in Future World and offers stunning aquarium views from any table. Reserve your table for lunch or dinner while you can.
Le Cellier Steakhouse – Holiday steak, anyone? The Canada Pavilion is known for this iconic steakhouse, so if you’re looking to do something extra special this Thanksgiving consider dining here for lunch or dinner!
Cape May Cafe – Enjoy your share of an all you care to enjoy Thanksgiving buffet complete with a carving station and all the fixings! Cape May Cafe is located at Disney’s Beach Club Resort and will be offering this exciting meal option for dinner on Thanksgiving day.
Whispering Canyon Cafe – Planning to spend your Thanksgiving day in Magic Kingdom? Take a short ferry ride over to Disney’s Wilderness Lodge for a fun holiday meal at Whispering Canyon Cafe. Holiday reservations are available for both lunch and dinner.
California Grill – Disney’s Contemporary Resort offers amazing Magic Kingdom views at this elevated eatery! California Grill is offering a special holiday meal for dinner on Thanksgiving day.
Rose & Crown Pub & Dining Room – Lunch and dinner in the United Kingdom Pavilion at World Showcase will be all about turkey on Thanksgiving day!
Sanaa – If you’re spending time at Disney’s Animal Kingdom on Thanksgiving Day, Sanaa is just a short bus ride away! Located at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, this would be a perfect lunch or dinner getaway on Thanksgiving.
Trail’s End Restaurant – Thanksgiving for brunch? Yes please! At Disney’s Wilderness Lodge you can experience a holiday meal at Trail’s End for brunch and dinner.
Ale & Compass Restaurant – What better place to experience Thanksgiving than this New England-inspired eatery? Holiday brunch and dinner are served at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort at Ale & Compass on Thanksgiving.
Christmas Day
Ale & Compass Restaurant – Celebrate Christmas day at Disney’s beautiful Yacht Club Resort! Ale & Compass will be cooking up something delicious for brunch and dinner.
Biergarten Restaurant – Indulge in all of the holiday flavors at Germany’s buffet in World Showcase. Reserve your table for lunch or dinner on Christmas day.
Rose & Crown Pub & Dining Room – Enjoy a taste of the holiday season right in the World Showcase at Epcot! The United Kingdom pavilion is offering all of the holiday fixings for lunch and dinner.
Sanaa – Deck the halls at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge for Christmas this year! If you’re around the Animal Kingdom area, this would be a great lunch or dinner option.
Whispering Canyon Cafe – Spend time taking in the cozy atmosphere of the lobby at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge. Enjoy the warm fire, and then treat yourself to a holiday feast at Whispering Canyon Cafe for lunch or dinner.
Experiencing Walt Disney World during the holiday seasons is an amazing experience, but it’s truly something special to visit on Thanksgiving or Christmas Day. Create the ultimate holiday memories with your family and reserve a table at one of these restaurants. Dining reservations are already available, and won’t be around for long, so don’t miss your chance!
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