Disney Dining- Character Meals

Hey everyone, sorry it's been so long!  It's been busy with the kids heading off to camp.
Today's topic is the Character Meals at Walt Disney World.  Everyone wants their kids to see their favorite characters and one of the best ways to do that is to schedule a character meal.  It isn't just at breakfast anymore!  You can now schedule meals any time of the day.  And, the best news is that the characters come right to your table so there is no huge line to wait in!  How great is that?  You need to plan ahead though because some of these wonderful restaurants can fill up quick. 

Let's talk about some of them right now and then I'll try give more in-depth information about each one in particular at another time.
 
The one character meal that people think of first is the one at Cinderella's Castle.  Doesn't everyone dream of eating in the castle? They now offer princess' breakfast, lunch and dinner in the castle! 

This is one of the ones that you will have to make reservations for well in advance.  And, keep in mind, that it is very expensive and if you are on the Disney Dining Plan it is 2 table service credits per person.  I truly believe everyone has to eat here once, but this is something that you should save for a special occasion.  Cinderella is usually the greeter here and you will get a photo package with your meal.  There are also appearances by other princess' and friends (Mary Poppins). 

A great alternative to the castle for a fun princess meal is Akershus in Epcot.   This restaurant also has breakfast, lunch and dinner and has a variety of princess' who make an appearance.  It also includes a photo package usually with Belle in her beautiful yellow ball gown.  It is only 1 table service per person, so this may be a better option if you are on the Disney Dining Plan.  We have been here once and loved it.  We are planning to go again this fall.

Another must do character meal is Chef Mickey's in the Contemporary Resort.  This is the classic Disney character dining experience and you'll get to see Mickey, Minnie,, Goofy, Donald, and Pluto!  This restaurant has breakfast and dinner and you must make reservations early to get a decent time!  It is so much fun here and is well worth the trip to the Contemporary.  We go here every year and really wouldn't miss it for anything! 

In my next post, we'll discuss some of the other character meals and the characters at each so that you can pick where you should go!