We know that you’re just itching to book a holiday to Walt Disney World Resort – the epic rides, the magical fireworks, meeting the Disney Characters - there are so many incredible experiences just waiting to be had. Food might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you’re planning your holiday to Florida, but after a day of exploring the parks, you’ll be glad you thought about it!
In this article, we’ll explain more about Dining and Merchandise Credit and Dining Plans for Walt Disney World Resort in Florida.
What is Disney Dining and Merchandise Credit?
Dining and Merchandise Credit was an offer for 2024 bookings where each room booked at a Disney Hotel got credit to spend at restaurants and shops across Walt Disney World Resort in Florida.
The Dining and Merchandise Credit offer has now finished and was replaced by the Free Disney Dining Plan offer for early bookings for 2025. This offer has also now ended.
You can still add a Walt Disney World Resort Dining Plan to your booking. It’s a fantastic way to budget in advance for dining during your holiday as you pay before you travel. When you book with AttractionTickets.com, you only have to pay a £100 deposit when you book, with the full balance due six weeks before your trip.
You can choose to pay this in instalments at any time, as long as the remaining balance is paid six weeks before you jet off.
If you’d still like to save on your holiday to Florida, there are lots of fantastic offers to take advantage of, including free nights and discounts on tickets. Check out our Special Offers to grab a great deal on your trip.
What’s included in the Disney Dining Plan?
There are currently two versions of the Dining Plan: the Disney Quick-Service Dining Plan and the Disney Dining Plan. Let’s have a look at them both in detail to see which one is right for you and your family.
Disney Quick-Service Dining Plan
The first option for pre-paid food credits at Walt Disney World Resort is the Disney Quick-Service Dining Plan. Think of this as a bit of a Disney Dining Plan “lite,” where not as much is included as in the full plan, although it’s still very cost-effective. The main difference is that a Table-Service meal is not included in the Quick-Service Dining Plan.
Each guest gets two Quick-Service meals with a drink and one snack or non-alcoholic drink per night of your stay. Quick-Service restaurants are quick and casual dining options – you’ll pop in when you feel peckish on your way to another ride or Disney Character meeting. There’s no need to book in advance, and you don’t need to stick to a specific time.
In addition to this, you’ll also get the Resort-Refillable Drink Mug which you can use for unlimited refills at Quick-Service restaurants at any Disney Resort hotel.
For each night of your stay, guests aged three and over get:
Food or drink | More information | Examples |
2 x Quick-Service meals | Entrée or Combo meal (if available) at quick and casual dining options | Healthy light bites, pasta, sandwiches, burgers, and salads |
1 x beverage per meal | Alcohol options for over 21s only | Soft drink or, if available, beer, cider, a glass of wine, sangria, or mixed drink |
1 x selected snack or soft drink | From Quick-Service restaurants, outdoor carts, and select merchandise locations | Ice-cream, popsicle, fruit bar, Mickey pretzel with cheese, fruit, soft drinks, hot drinks, milk or juice |
1 x Resort-Refillable Mug | Unlimited refills from Quick-Service restaurants at any Disney Resort hotel | Fountain soda, tea, coffee |
Perfect for:
- Eating on the go when you’ve got lots more to see!
- If you’re considering eating at other restaurants outside of Walt Disney World Resort in the evenings.
- If you don’t like to make reservations and prefer to go with the flow.
Disney Quick-Service Dining Plan Summary:
- 2 x Quick-Service Meal per person per day
- 1 x beverage per meal
- 1 x selected snack or soft drink per person per day
- 1 x Resort-Refillable Mug per person per stay
Disney Dining Plan
With the Disney Dining Plan, you can enjoy meals at both Quick-Service and Table-Service restaurants throughout Walt Disney World Resort. Think of it as a kind of “half-board” option where two meals per day are covered. Enjoy making memories over sit-down meals as you discuss the day’s adventures.
You can even use your Disney Dining Plan for unforgettable Character Dining experiences. Sit down with the Disney Princesses or dine with everyone’s favourite mouse – Mickey! You can even experience family-style dining with live entertainment at one of the themed Dinner Shows.
If you’re a bit of a foodie, you can indulge at one of Disney’s fine dining or signature restaurants. Here, you can try premium steaks and fresh seafood or traditional African, Indian, and Mediterranean cuisines. Two Table-Service meals will be redeemed from your plan for each person for select Character Dining, Fine/Signature Dining, and Dinner Shows.
We recommend booking Table-Service restaurants in advance as they can get busy. Bookings are available from 60 days before you travel, so you can be super organised with your planning.
For each night of your stay, each guest aged three and over gets:
Food or drink | More information | Examples |
1 x Quick-Service meal | Entrée or Combo meal (if available) at quick and casual dining options | Healthy light bites, pasta, sandwiches, burgers, and salads |
1 x Table-Service meal | A main course and dessert. Served by friendly waiting staff. | Buffets and family-style meals |
1 x beverage per meal | Alcohol options for over 21s only | Soft drink or, if available, beer, cider, a glass of wine, sangria, or mixed drink |
1 x selected snack or soft drink | From Quick-Service restaurants, outdoor carts, and select merchandise locations | Ice-cream, popsicle, fruit bar, Mickey pretzel with cheese, fruit, soft drinks, hot drinks, milk or juice |
1 x Resort-Refillable Mug | Unlimited refills from Quick-Service restaurants at any Disney Resort hotel | Fountain soda, tea, coffee |
Children under three years of age can share from an adult’s plate free of charge. If your little one has a big appetite, you can purchase a separate meal for them from the menu.
Perfect for:
- If you’re planning to eat exclusively at Walt Disney World Resort during your stay.
- Planners who like to make reservations.
- Sitting down with the family at the end of the day and reminiscing on the incredible memories you’ve made.
Summary of the Disney Dining Plan:
- 1 x Quick-Service meal per person per day
- 1 x Table-Service meal per person per day
- 1 x beverage per meal
- 1 x selected snack or soft drink per person per day
- 1 x Resort Refillable Mug per person per stay
Where can I use Dining and Merchandise Credit?
The Dining and Merchandise Credit offer is no longer live, but you can book a Disney Dining Plan to pay for meals in advance of travelling, helping you to spend less when you’re on your trip.
There are literally hundreds of places to eat throughout Walt Disney World Resort where you can use your Disney Dining Plan. You’ll find restaurants in the Theme Parks, Water Parks, and the Disney Resort hotels. Just a note: the Quick-Service Dining Plan only includes Quick-Service restaurants.
With food ranging from grab-and-go snacks to fine dining, there’s something on the menu for everyone. We’ve put together this list of all the Walt Disney World Resort Dining Plan locations to give you some inspiration.
How much does a Disney Dining Plan cost?
The cost of a Disney Dining Plan varies, depending on when you’re travelling. The Quick-Service Dining Plan is a less expensive option than the Disney Dining Plan. However, not as much is included – you get two Quick-Service meals per night of your holiday rather than one Quick-Service and one Table-Service meal.
You can see the prices of a Disney Dining Plan during the booking process. Simply select your Disney Resort hotel and the dates, and you’ll see different pricing options for stays with and without Dining Plans.
Should I get a Disney Dining Plan?
Some people find that the Disney Dining Plan saves them money and is a cost-effective way of eating during their holidays, whereas others find that it doesn’t work for them. If you’re planning to eat at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida for every meal during your stay, then it’s a good idea to add a Disney Dining Plan to your booking.
If you’re spending some days at Walt Disney World Resort but you also want to visit other theme parks, spend some time exploring Orlando, or eat at other restaurants, then it may not be cost-effective for you.
When is the Dining and Merchandise Credit offer available?
The Dining and Merchandise Credit offer was live for early bookings in 2024 and has now finished. However, we have some great offers available for 2025 Walt Disney World Resort holidays.
How to add a Disney Dining Plan to your booking
You can add a Disney Dining Plan to your Disney Resort hotel booking when you book online at AttractionTickets.com. If you’ve already booked and you’d like to add a Disney Dining Plan, give our friendly team a call on 0800 223 0324.
Although the Dining and Merchandise Credit offer is no longer available, the Disney Dining Plan is a cost-effective way to eat during your holiday at Walt Disney World Resort. You won’t need to worry about where you’re going to eat, and you’ll have already paid in advance, which helps when budgeting for your trip.
