It’s not news to anyone that food is expensive. It is especially true on vacation. This is how my husband and I can eat on less than $50 a day at Walt Disney World!
We very rarely visit sit down restaurants while at Disney World, we are usually much too busy. Just cutting these experiences down will save you a ton of money without the Disney Dining Plan. (No word on when this will return). The dining plan is back! Want to make the most of your credits?
The next important point is that a lot of time we share food. We really like to try a lot of different items, and this is the way we can without getting so full we are unhappy.
For breakfast food, we like to get to the parks early and hit something quick.Here are our go-tos at each park for breakfast
Hollywood Studios – Ronto Morning Wrap ($12.50) at Ronto Roasters in Galaxy’s Edge.
Magic Kingdom – Gaston’s Tavern for a giant Cinnamon Roll ($6.79)
Epcot- Béchamel, Cheese & Ham Galette crêpe ($10.95) at Crêpes À Emporter at La Crêperie de Paris,
Animal Kingdom – Breakfast Bowl ($12.99) at Yak & Yeti Local Food Cafes
No trip to Disney World would be complete without ALL the snacks and we love to try all of the fun food that is offered. Some of our favorite snacks to grab are a Mickey Soft Pretzel ($7.19) found throughout all of the parks, Cheeseburger Spring Rolls at Magic Kingdom ($9.50 for 2), School Bread ($4.25) in Norway at Epcot and Mr. Kamal’s Seasoned ($5.99) Fries in Animal Kingdom
You can also order a kids meal, even if you are an adult, at a quick service location. Not only is this a great way to save money, but it also saves room in your stomach for more snacks! Most kids meals at Disney quick service locations are around $8.00, perfect for getting something a little more substantial, but not getting too stuffed!
By sharing snacks and meals, you can really maximize your budget while still trying all of the wonderful food Walt Disney World has to offer.
SARAH TICKNER - KANSAS CITY, MO
Travel Planner
Sarah is a travel advisor from Kansas City, MO. She grew up as a fan of Disney but only made it to the parks once as a child. But ever since her and her husband decided to get married in Disney, they have made up for her lack of trips as a kid. The obsession really started when she was hired as a Cast Member for the Disney Store. Ever since that time, she has made about 8 trips and stayed at 10 of the Disney resorts, with a goal of staying at all of them someday. Being a Cast Member allowed her to bring Disney Magic to those who may not have had a chance to experience the magic at the parks.
