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Plan a Food Expedition at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

By Disney Destinations

For foodie fans, Animal Kingdom has become one of the most exciting places to eat at Walt Disney World Resort. Here, bold flavors, global inspiration, and culinary creativity invite guests to plan a day built entirely around food.

Explore Wild Eats at Animal Kingdom

Built on a spirit of exploration, Disney’s Animal Kingdom rewards curious eaters. Our chefs are world‑class culinary storytellers, drawing from their own backgrounds, cultures, and travels to create dishes you won’t find anywhere else on property.

The result? Guests discover flavors they’d never expect from a theme park, and often find themselves staying longer, wandering further, and experiencing the park in a whole new way.

Now is the perfect time for guests to eat their way through Animal Kingdom. With viral snacks like the Cookie Dough Brownie Ice Cream Sandwich and crave‑worthy Arepas, more guests are discovering why foodies love spending their days here.

Ready to plan a food expedition? Let's explore all that Animal Kingdom has to offer!

Morning Provisions

Start the day fueled for discovery.

Begin the adventure with flavors that set the tone for the day.

Kusafiri Coffee Shop & Bakery: Coconut‑flavored Iced Coffee
Satu’li Canteen: Slow‑roasted Pork Shoulder Potato Hash
Drinkwallah: Stuffed Pancake Sandwich

Or, book a dining reservation at Tusker House Restaurant and enjoy a buffet of breakfast classics including Mickey Waffles while saying “Jambo!” to Donald Duck, Mickey Mouse, and other friends.

Fuel for the Day

Hearty, satisfying meals built for a full day of discovery.

Disney’s Animal Kingdom is all about exploration, and these dishes are designed to keep guests going without slowing them down.

Flame Tree Barbecue: Smokehouse Chicken Salad
Pizzafari: Chicken Caprese Baquette Sandwich
Kusafiri Coffee Shop & Bakery: Beef and Chicken Rice Bowl

Looking for a plant-based option? Kusafiri Coffee Shop & Bakery also offers a Plant-based Picadillo Bowl featuring Impossible beef on jollof rice with kachumbari tomato salad and plant-based aïoli.

Eat Adventurously

Where curiosity is rewarded.

This is where Animal Kingdom truly shines. Our chefs bring authenticity, culture, and creativity to every plate, creating dishes that resonate long after the last bite.

The Smiling Crocodile: Pulled Pork Cheese Arepa
Satu’li Canteen: Ocean Moon Bowl
Harambe Market: Harissa Chicken Wrap

Celebrating their 10th anniversary this year, Tiffins Restaurant and Nomad Lounge invite guests on a culinary journey inspired by global travel. This dining experience perfectly embodies the spirit of discovery that defines the park’s holistic food story.

Familiar Flavors

Familiar favorites for every palate.

Traveling with a group? These tried‑and‑true options keep everyone happy, especially younger explorers or less adventurous eaters.

Harambe Market: Chicken Strips
Harambe Market: Angus Bacon Cheeseburger
Pizzafari: Cheese Pizza

Guests can also get baked macaroni & cheese in not one but two locations! Visit Eight Spoon Café for the Baked Macaroni & Cheese with Buffalo Chicken or Pulled Pork, and Flame Tree Barbecue for the Baked Macaroni & Cheese with Pulled Pork.

Snacks Worth the Detour

Small bites. Big discoveries.

These craveable bites are perfect for grazing between attractions or building an entire food expedition around what’s worth stopping for.

Mr. Kamal’s: Mr. Kamal’s Seasoned Fries
Satu’li Canteen: Cheeseburger Steamed Pods (Bao Buns)
Eight Spoons Café: Buffalo Chicken Chips
Pongu Pongu: Na’vi‑sized Pretzel with Beer Cheese Sauce
Harambe Fruit Market: Grilled Corn on the Cob

Pours from the Wild

Sip something unexpected.

Craft cocktails, globally inspired drinks, and playful twists elevate the park’s beverage scene. Each sip tells a story and invites guests to slow down, soak in their surroundings, and enjoy the journey.