Walt Disney World has announced 2010 rates, including small changes to their dining plans. Please find below a quick overview of all the available dining plans for Walt Disney World along with a downloadable brochure for each with more in depth information.
Update 1/4/2010 – New brochures were released today with updated restaurant listings, should be last update for 2010. All restaurants from 2009 are now included, including Teppan Edo, Yak and Yeti and Wolfgang Puck. Updated brochures are available from the links below.
Update 5/3/10 – Disney is currently offering the Disney Dining plan free! Travel dates of August 15 – October 2, 2010.
Update 7/6/10 – Disney extended the free Disney Dining offer for travel through December 21, 2010. Many dates are blacked out, so check carefully!
Update 8/7/10 – Information on 2011 Walt Disney Dining Plans has been released!
Quick Service Dining Plan
New for 2009, this plan has only changed slightly for 2010. The Quick Service dining plan appears to be a fantastic option for park guests who don’t want to be tied to eating at a sit down restaurant each day.
The Quick Service Dining Plan includes, per person, per night of your stay:
- Two counter service meals
- Two snacks
- One refillable resort mug
The cost of the Quick Service dining plan is $31.99 per night per adult (10 and older), and $9.99 per child (3 – 9).
Brochure: Disney World Quick Service Dining Plan
Disney Dining Plan
Not much has changed from the Disney Dining plan of 2009, except a small increase in price. Disney has also added the appetizer back, but only for kids 3 – 9.
The Disney Dining Plan includes, per person, per night of your stay:
- One table service meal
- One counter service meal
- One snack
Please note gratuities are not included on the table service meals. Table service meals can also be used for signature restaurants, dinner shows, private dining or pizza delivery (these typically run 2 table service meals per person). More information can be found in the brochure.
The cost of the Disney dining plan is $41.99 to $47.99 per night per adult (10 and older), and $11.99 to $12.99 per child (3 – 9). The Disney Dining plan is priced based on your travel dates, and is higher priced during the following peak times:
- February 12 – April 10, 2010
- June 4 – August 14, 2010
- December 17 – 31, 2010
It appears as though the cost of the dining plan is based on the day you check in, so if you check in one a date when the Dining plan is the cheaper price, and your vacation carries over into one of the higher priced times, you will pay the lower price for your entire stay.
Brochure: Disney Dining Plan
Disney Deluxe Dining Plan
Again, nothing has changed from the Deluxe Dining Plan of 2009, with the exception of a small price increase.
The Disney Deluxe Dining Plan includes, per person, per night of your stay:
- Three meals, which can be used for either counter service or table service meals
- Two snacks
- One resort refillable mug
The policy is the same for table service meals on the deluxe dining plan (gratuities not included, can be used for signature restaurants, etc.). If you use the meal credits towards table service meals, your meal will also include an appetizer for each person, in addition to the entree, dessert and drink.
The cost of the Disney Deluxe dining plan is $71.99 per night per adult (10 and older), and $20.99 per child (3 – 9).
Brochure: Disney Deluxe Dining Plan
Magic Your Way Premium Package
Again, very little has changed with the premium package, it now includes:
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner, plus two snacks, per person, per night. Available 100 Walt Disney World restaurants (includes tax but not gratuities, unless otherwise noted). More information is found in the brochure below
- One resort refillable mug per person
- Unlimited selected recreation, including Golf, Miniature Golf, Water Sports, Archery, Tennis, Guided Fishing Excursions, Cane Pole Fishing, Horseback Trail Rides, Pony Rides, Carriage Rides, Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides, Bike Rental and Watercraft Rental. Some restrictions may apply and advance reservations may be required, and are suggested. More information is found in the brochure
- One admission per person to Cirque du Soliel La Nouba
- Unlimited use of Disney Children’s Activity Centers
- Unlimited admission to selected theme park tours
- Preferred fireworks viewing areas for Wishes at the Magic Kingdom and IllumiNations at Epcot. ( Advance reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance and voucher is required.)
- One portrait session and photo package with professions PhotoPass professionals
The cost of the Premium package is $164 per night per adult (10 and older), and $114 per child (3 – 9). That is in addition to the standard cost of a Magic Your Way package.
Brochure: Magic Your Way Premium Package
Magic Your Way Platinum Package
Similar to the premium package above, the Platinum package is the ultimate in luxury. It includes everything the premium offers, plus:
- One Disney’s Photopass CD
- Private in-room child care (4 hour minimum, 6 hour maximum, gratuity is not included)
- One selected spa treatment per person
- Fireworks cruise (one per reservation, everyone on your reservation is included)
- Reserved seating at Fantasmic! (one per person)
- Nightly turn-down service
- Personalized pre-arrival itinerary planning
- Richard Petty Drive along experience
- Exclusive keepsake (one per room)
The cost of the Platinum package is $220 per night per adult (10 and older), and $154 per child (3 – 9). That is in addition to the standard cost of a Magic Your Way package.
Brochure: Magic Your Way Platinum Package
Disney Wine and Dine Plan
The Wine and Dine plan is available to add to any of the above dining plan options, with the exception of the Quick Service dining plan. The Wine and Dine option includes one bottle of wine per night of your stay, and can be used at most table service and signature service restaurants in Walt Disney World. The cost is $39.99 per night of your stay (price is per reservation, not per person).
Brochure: Disney Wine and Dine
For all of the packages above, there are a few things to remember:
- Everyone in your room must be on the same dining plan/package
- Dining plan credits expire at midnight the day you check out
- Dining plan credits are based on the number of nights you stay
- Dining plan credits and park passes are not transferable
Please note, as you look at the brochures, many of the restaurants that will be included for 2010 are not currently listed on the brochures. This happens every year, as the agreements and contracts for non-Disney restaurants are negotiated every year when it comes to inclusion in the dining plans. As 2010 approaches, more restaurants will be included, and the list should be similar to 2009.
Rebecca says
August 3, 2009 at 8:21 amWhere can I find the cost of the Disney Dining Plan based on the dates I wish to travel?
Keith says
August 3, 2009 at 8:49 amRebecca
The exact dates are not clear yet, I will get the information updated today once I have the correct information.
Mary says
October 11, 2009 at 8:30 amImpossible to make dining reservations for my January vacation. I’ve called for help, but your customer service people don’t know how to direct me to use your site.
Keith says
October 11, 2009 at 2:26 pmMary
First off, we are not Disney, nor affiliated with them. Second, have you tried calling 407-WDW-DINE and just making your reservations by phone?
Diane says
November 8, 2009 at 1:27 pmI will be staying at the coronado springs resort frim 29th april to 13th May 2010 which is not currently showing as being part of the Dining Plan , do you know what date the updates are made to the listings of restaurants covered by the plan
Keith says
November 8, 2009 at 6:37 pmDiane
Very interesting, I had not noticed that. I wonder if it is a typo, or they are still working on contracts with those restaurants? It is excluded on all the current 2010 brochures. I know they are still working on deals with many of the Epcot restaurants, that may be the case for Coronado Springs. They will be done by the end of the year for sure.
S.Leigh says
January 7, 2010 at 6:16 pmJust found your site. It looks like it is filled with great information and even better are the prompt and knowledgeable responses you make to posted questions. Thanks so much!
My boyfriend and I went to WDW last year just after Labor Day, stayed for 7+ days at the POP Century and got the free DDP. We learned a lot from doing that were we doing the same thing again this year (if the free DDP is offered, which we are guessing will probably happen).
This year, however, we have been invited to go with friends who are DVC members, for about 5 days. We were previously considering getting the Annual Pass and then going the second half of September this year and then the first half of September the following year. We may still do that but are wondering if we can do anything clever to be able to get the free DDP if it is offered while we are doing the DVC stay? We were planning on staying a couple additional days with MYW at the POP, and could do one before and one after the DVC, or both before or both after, if it could open any options for us. (Any suggestions of additional savings opportunity ideas would be appreciated.)
ANNA STRIANO says
January 13, 2010 at 2:59 pmI JUST WANTED TO KNOW IF I CAN PURCHASE DINING PLAN TICKETS, IF I BELONG TO THE DISNEY TIME SHARE VACATION CLUB, & WHERE WOULD I BEABLE TO PURCHASE THEM .
THANK YOU
ANNA STRIANO
Keith says
January 13, 2010 at 3:26 pmAnna
If you are staying at a DVC resort using DVC points, you can purchase any of the three dining plans. You must call DVC and have them add it to your reservation prior to check in, you cannot do it once you arrive at WDW.
If you just happen to be a DVC member, and staying elsewhere, you cannot purchase the dining plans.
Mark Schenider says
January 17, 2010 at 5:26 pmLeaving fo a 10 day WDW vaca on Friday! Surprising our friends who had previously booked a vacation there. Found out our friends purchased the Disney Dining Package. I did not purchase the dining plan. Can I add add the dining package after I have already booked and paid? Do I have to purchase the dining package for the entire length of our stay, or can I
Keith says
January 17, 2010 at 11:04 pmMark
You can still add it, but you must do it ASAP. You cannot do it upon arrival, and I believe they require at least 48 hours notice. If you booked through Disney directly, you must call them, or your travel agent. You will need to pay for the dining plan now.
Heather Erwin says
February 7, 2010 at 10:34 pmHi,
You guys are great. I am agonizing over whether or not to get the DDP vs the DP. I am traveling in July and will be at WDW for 7 days. We plan to eat at the California Grille, The Backyard BBQ and the Hoop Dee Doo Review which all cost 2 meals. I am trying to have the least amount of out of pocket. If I am planning on also doing at least 3 character breakfasts, I figured the DDP would be the most practical, but could I be better off paying everything oop? I am a DVC associate member, so I think I get the deluxe dining plan at the rate of $42 a day. Any thoughts? Thanks!!
Heather
Keith says
February 8, 2010 at 11:13 amHeather
I am assuming DDP = Deluxe Dining Plan and DP = Disney Dining Plan. The Deluxe Dining plan is $72 per adult 10 and older year round, and $21 per child 3 – 9. In July, the Disney Dining plan will be $47 per adult and $13 for kids. Going with the Disney Dining plan, you already have 9 table service meals, so you would be paying for probably Hoop Dee Doo out of pocket, and any other table service meals you have during your trip. I guess your choice will depend on how many other table service meals you plan on doing. If the answer is none, do the Disney DIning plan, if you have several more planned, then do the deluxe plan. For most people, the Disney Dining plan is optimal, the deluxe is just hard to make work unless you are doing a lot of the signature restaurants/dinner shows.
Jaqueline says
February 15, 2010 at 8:33 pmMy husband and I will be visiting Disney World in March. I have already purchased my tickets. How do I get Dining tickets?
Keith says
February 15, 2010 at 9:27 pmJaqueline
The only way to do any of the dining plans is to purchase a Magic Your Way package that includes your Disney resort, park passes and the dining plans. You cannot purchase just the dining plans separately.
Vicky says
February 28, 2010 at 7:49 pmI just became an annual passholder and am trying to make a decision whether to purchase the dining plan four our 4 night trip in May, or to use the Tables in Wonderland discount. We will be doing one table service a day, perhaps two. Which way would I save more money?
Dave says
March 3, 2010 at 10:16 pmTip – I’ve been trying to figure out why the rate is $47/day for adults for Plus dining plan but if you book it online while you book the rest of your vacation package, it still shows up as the standard price. Just spoke with the folks at WDW Dine and they said it must be a glitch with the website. If you are thinking of going during the peak time, try and see if you can still get the discounted rate online – for our family, the slight difference in price for 7 days would have saved us well over $100. Not much, but the increase in price for us almost makes it a wash when compared to just paying for each meal – especially since I wouldn’t be charged 18% tip for wine, etc.
Keith says
March 4, 2010 at 8:04 amDave
What day are you checking in? The cost of your dining plan depends on which day you check in, so if you check in during the cheaper rate time, it is cheaper for your entire stay.
Sharon says
March 8, 2010 at 1:15 pmMy Grandson & I were invited to stay with family in a DVC villa. They don’t want ddp but I would like it for Grandson and myself. Is there any way to do this so I would know exactly what to budget for food. Do DVC members get a discount on meals without the ddp?
Keith says
March 8, 2010 at 1:47 pmSharon
You can do the dining plans staying in DVC resorts on points, however, Disney requires that everyone in the room be on the same dining plan, so you would not be able to do it just for 2 people, it is all or nothing. DVC members do not get a discount on the dining plans, they pay the same amount as any resort guest.
linda says
March 28, 2010 at 10:26 amwe’re going to disneyworld on aug.23 2010, for a week. any chance of the dining being free that week.
Keith says
March 28, 2010 at 11:00 amLinda
Pretty good chance, you will just have to wait a bit to see, those discounts should be released pretty soon.
kaolinmommy says
March 28, 2010 at 8:22 pmI just was wondering if it was possible to book a room through a third party like expedia and add the tickets/dining plan. I want to use my rewards points to stay at Pop Century or one of the value rooms but only if I can take full advantage of staying in the resort! Thanks!
Keith says
March 28, 2010 at 8:28 pmNo, unfortunately not. You must book a MYW package that includes your resort, park passes and dining plan all at one time, you cannot book a room only reservation through a third party and purchase the dining plan separately.
Diane Crawford says
March 30, 2010 at 10:11 amCan you combine the dining plan with “Tables in Wonderland” for the alcohol or appetizer portion of your meal? “Tables” does add 18% grat. , dining does not. thanks Diane
Keith says
March 30, 2010 at 11:12 amDiane
Yes, you can use your Tables and Wonderland discount on non-included items at participating restaurants. Make sure you present your card before hand, and notify the waiter/waitress of your intent.
The dining plan does not include gratuities, so you would need to pay somewhere near the 18% no matter what.
Colleen says
April 4, 2010 at 8:54 pmHello! We are planning a trip to WDW around 5/8/2010. We obviously need to book soon, but we are new to all of this. Recently heard about free dining plans, and have no idea where to find this information and if this is even true. Please help! Thanks!
Keith says
April 5, 2010 at 8:16 amColleen
There are no free dining plan discounts available, and there will not be for May. Most people are hoping to see it released for the late August/September time frame.
The only discount currently available is the May – August Room Only/Package discount, that is going to give you your best deal.
Stephen says
April 5, 2010 at 11:25 amMy family and I have booked a trip for November. So far I do not see any discounts released for the fall winter months. Any idea when these may be released?
Keith says
April 5, 2010 at 11:29 amStephen
We will not see Fall discounts until sometime later this summer, most likely late July/early August, so you have some time to wait.
Cheryl says
April 6, 2010 at 1:54 pmwondering when Disney might release their dates for the not so scarey mickey halloween, and free dining plan. alot of people are in the air about booking a trip because they have come use to this to be able to afford this trip?
Keith says
April 6, 2010 at 2:54 pmCheryl
Dates and tickets for Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party are usually released the first week of May. The dates for 2010 have been leaked though:
September: 3, 8, 14, 17, 21, 24, 28, 30
October: 1, 3, 7, 8, 11, 12, 14, 17, 19, 21, 22, 24, 26, 28, 29, 31
November: 1
We should see August/September discounts soon, free dining or not.
Cheryl says
April 6, 2010 at 3:30 pmThanks so very much for the information, when and if Disney does release the free dining please keep me posted .Between my boyfriend and myself we have a total of five kids and ourselves and the free dining really does save you a great deal. thanks again…
Keith says
April 6, 2010 at 3:39 pmCheryl
Just put your email address in the box to the right hand side that say “Subscribe”. You will be notified of any new discounts via email.
Brian says
April 7, 2010 at 8:38 pmHi,
Has anyone seen the free dining that is offered to the UK residents for 2010 AND 2011? Wow I hope they offer something similar soon…
* Book your 2010 holiday before 2nd June and enjoy FREE Disney Dining at selected Walt Disney World Resort Hotels. Valid for stays completed between 05th July and 18th November 2010.
* Book your 2011 holiday before 1st November 2010 and enjoy FREE Disney Dining at selected Walt Disney World Resort Hotels. Valid for stays completed 01 Jan – 17 Feb ’11, 01 May – 02 Jun ’11 and 01 Aug – 18 Nov ’11
Here is the link
http://www.virginholidays.co.uk/special_offers/disney_diningplan/
Keith says
April 7, 2010 at 9:08 pmBrian
Disney has actually offered this every year since the dining plan was introduced, for UK residents only. It has, in the past, been considered a good sign for free dining to be released for the rest of us. I guess we will see what it means this year.
Dawn says
April 8, 2010 at 5:16 amI am traveling from South Africa to Disney World at the end of November, possibly into December. When should I book for this? And can you advise the best budget package(s)for 2 adults/2 kids (6 and 7 yrs old) for a 2 day deal at Disney? Thanks!
Keith says
April 8, 2010 at 8:24 amDawn
I would suggest you book it as soon as you are ready, no need to wait. Figure out your dates and where you want to stay, and get it booked. You can apply any future discount to your reservation, so it is silly to wait.
Sorry, can’t help with the other stuff, I would suggest you contact a travel agent for that.
Rae says
April 22, 2010 at 6:25 pmHi,
Sorry if this is a dumb question: If I book my trip now for August (through disney.com) and then Disney releases the free dining and my dates qualify – how do I get the discount? Do I have to call?
Thanks!
Keith says
April 22, 2010 at 8:11 pmRae
Not dumb at all. When you book directly with Disney, you must call them back after any discount is released to see if it applies to your dates, and have them apply it.
Rae says
April 23, 2010 at 11:03 amThank you!
Kelly says
April 23, 2010 at 1:09 pmHello! We are planning a trip in Aug. Our children are 9 & 10 but will be 10 & 11 at the time of our trip. They are very small and still order from kids meal menus or split meals. What is the more economical way to plan our meals. Should we purchase a DDP or pay out of pocket. Do they allow you to purchase the kids plan even if your child is 1-2 years over age limit. Thank you!
Keith says
April 23, 2010 at 1:23 pmKelly
I know how you feel, we have a son that is now 15 who would happily eat a kids meal each day. With Disney, you are supposed to provide real ages, and pay based on their ages, you can’t get pay for a kids dining plan for anyone 10 and older. You kind of have three choices:
1. Just pay out of pocket for meals
2. Do the dining plan, and list your kids as younger than they are (probably not suggested)
3. Do the dining plan and pay for your kids as they are
Based on what you said, I might suggest just paying out of pocket for meals, if your 10 year old is not going to eat his/her meals, you aren’t going to get the value out of the plan.
Kelly says
April 23, 2010 at 2:34 pmThank you!
Aaron says
May 3, 2010 at 1:57 pmHello,
Is the dining packages worth it for just a couple, no kids. Looks like we could get a value resort 2nd week in september upgraded to dining plus. for a about $115 including taxes. Am I understanding that right?
Also can a person use gift cards when paying or booking these packages? Right now I can get a discount on disney gift cards that works out to about 12% off. (long story)
Would love to pay for a package with these.
Thanks, Aaron
Keith says
May 3, 2010 at 2:24 pmAaron
Definitely worth it, you will love the one nice meal each night, worth every penny.
Yes, Disney Gift Cards can be used to pay for a Disney WOrld vacation.
leslie says
May 19, 2010 at 12:11 pmHello, can an older child (13) order off the kids menu in sit down restaurants in Disneyworld? I am not planning on purchasing the dining plan.
Keith says
May 19, 2010 at 12:59 pmLeslie
Technically, the kids menus are reserved for kids 3 – 9, however, I have had older kids order off it no problem. It may depend on your server though, if they will let it pass or not. At 13, I don’t think it will be a problem.
Mark says
June 1, 2010 at 5:23 amGreat site!!! Full of valuable informations… Thanks again, this was alot easier to get around than disney’s site.
Mark
Geri says
June 7, 2010 at 1:18 pmHello,
I have a rather off-topic question. Can someone tell me how effective is the “Personalized pre-arrival itinerary planning” from the Platinum Package and will they help me with most of the reservations (like Cirque du Soleil tickets etc)?
Kelly says
July 5, 2010 at 6:19 pmHi,
I have a question. I currently having Deluxe dining and will be traveling to WDW in a few weeks. I booked Spirit of Aloha on the WDW website and was charged full price on my credit card. I realize now I should have called in and specified I was on the dining plan and wanted to use my credits. I don’t want to cancel my table and rebook (I might lose the table); will WDW refund my credit card and use the dining credits if I ask at check-in at the the show? I already called disney dining and the Polynesian and neither were sure about the policy.
Thanks so much!
Kelly
Keith says
July 5, 2010 at 6:28 pmKelly – no idea. When you called Disney Dining, would they not refund you the money on the phone? They should be able to pull up your reservation to see that you have the dining plan.
Is there availability when you look now for your date/time?
Neeka says
July 14, 2010 at 8:22 amHi!! My family is traveling from Germany to visit our family at home this Christmas. I was wondering if the Salute Package will still be offered. Also, I’m trying to be clear my husband can get up to 5 family members in as well as myself? I have an ID card but I’m a spouse. Just wanted to be sure b/c we have a rather large family that we’re visiting and there’s about 15 of us coming to Disney from 22Dec-27Dec 2010.
Keith says
July 14, 2010 at 9:15 amNeeka – For 2010, the military deals expire September 30, so they are currently not available for December travel dates. No idea if they will be extending them or not, but at this point, it looks unlikely.
2010 Armed Forces Salute Tickets
For 2009, they ran through Christmas, but the last date you could use them was December 23, if extended, I would expect something similar this year. I would look at other ticket options if I were you.
Jennifer says
July 23, 2010 at 10:12 pmI’ve been searching websites for our vacation at WDW at the end of OCT. 2010. The Disney sight will not give us the option for the disney dinning plan of our choice, along with another sight. This is the first time i’ve seen them not let you pick what you want for dinning options. How will I know what i am getting?
Keith says
July 24, 2010 at 10:07 amJennifer – I would suggest you contact a travel agency that does Disney only, they will be able to make sure you get exactly what you want and most likely at a cheaper price than anywhere else. Our sponsor Mouseketrips is great, give them a try.
Timi says
September 10, 2010 at 8:03 amWe are going to disney in November and got the free quick service dining plan. I was wondering if we can combine quick service meals to eat at a table service restaurant. We would just like to do it one night, so we didn’t get the disney dining plan. Thanks.
Keith says
September 10, 2010 at 9:04 amTimi – No, you cannot. The quick service credits can only be used for quick service meals, and cannot be combined for something else. If you want to do a table service meal, you will need to just pay for that plan. I might look at upgrading to the Disney Dining plan, the cost increase is small, I personally think that plan is a much better deal.
Kelly says
September 24, 2010 at 12:46 amWe checking at Disney all-star movie resort Monday September 27th. We booked our room though a friend who is a part time cast member swell as the tickets. Already paid for both. Is it possible to add the dining plan? If not is there a way (and would it be cheaper) to do the package through disney this closet our arrival and receive the free plan (if it is still free)?
Tha is kelly
Keith says
September 24, 2010 at 8:27 amKelly – the only way to get the dining plans is to purchase it as part of a Magic Your Way package, you cannot add them onto your reservation, due to how it was booked. At this point, free dining for September has expired, and is no longer available, so you should stick with what you have. Next time you travel, make sure you check publicly available discounts first before booking, they are often considerably better than cast member deals.
Yadira Ortiz Cruz says
April 21, 2011 at 3:53 pmMe gustaria saber de algun plan de comida gratis en el mes de diciembre de 2011, ya que tengo reservacion en ese mes en el Hotel All Star Movies. Gracias
Keith says
April 21, 2011 at 3:58 pmYadira – Disney World no ha emitido aún ninguna disposición de Diciembre, que probablemente no serán liberados por unos meses más.
Kay Jones says
August 30, 2011 at 1:39 pmKeith,
I saw on a e-mail that they had a free dining plan for dates ending on the 19th of november but now they have back it up to the 17th. Should Disney honor what they had on the Internet.
Keith says
August 30, 2011 at 1:51 pmKay – Yes, a few days ago Disney adjusted the available travel dates. Unfortunately, if you didn’t book while they were available, you won’t be able to get the deal now unless you change your dates.