By: Maggie Ballantyne, Team Lead & Travel Advisor
November 3, 2026
Walt Disney World offers incredible dining experiences throughout its parks and resorts! If you're planning a 2027 vacation, consider adding a Disney Dining Plan to your package. While Disney offers two plans in 2026, 2027 brings three options, including a new plan and updated names. So, what's included, and which is right for your family? Wishes is here to break it down for you!
1. Quick-Service Dining Plan
This is a great option for those who prefer a flexible, casual dining experience and don't necessarily want to schedule sit-down meals throughout their vacation. Each guest receives, per night of their resort stay:
2 Quick-Service meals
1 Snack / Nonalcoholic Drink
1 Resort-Refillable Drink Mug
Quick-Service meals are available at counter-service restaurants throughout parks and resorts. Each meal includes one entrée and one beverage. Guests ages 21 and older can choose an eligible alcoholic beverage.
2. Table-Service Dining Plan
Previously called the Disney Dining Plan
This option is a perfect middle ground for families who want a mix of counter-service meals and sit-down dining experiences. Each guest receives, per night of their resort stay:
1 Table-Service meal
1 Quick-Service meal
1 Snack / Nonalcoholic Drink
1 Resort-Refillable Drink Mug
Table-Service meals generally include an entrée, dessert (at lunch and dinner), and a beverage. Breakfast includes an entrée and beverage, or a buffet/family-style meal and beverage.
Our favorite part? Character dining is included! Guests can use their Table-Service credits at participating character dining restaurants, making it a memorable way to enjoy meals with favorite Disney friends.
3. Deluxe Table-Service Dining Plan
New for 2027!
For families who really love dining and want to experience more of Disney’s incredible restaurants, this is the most comprehensive option. Each guest receives, per night of their resort stay:
2 Table-Service meals
1 Quick-Service meal
1 Snack or nonalcoholic drink
1 Resort-Refillable Drink Mug
With two Table-Service credits each night, families have more flexibility to enjoy character dining, signature restaurants and other special dining experiences. This option is especially appealing if dining is going to be a major part of your Disney vacation.
Snacks are more than you might think! This is one of my favorite things to explain to clients. Snacks aren't limited to a bottle of water or a Mickey bar. There are so many unique options including specialty cupcakes, Epcot’s festival food booths, seasonal treats at holiday parties, Joffrey’s iced lattes, and more!
How Wishes Family Travel Advisors Can Help!
This is where having a travel advisor really makes a difference! Choosing a dining plan isn't simply about picking the one with the most meals. It's about understanding your family's dining preferences and vacation style to determine which option offers the best value. Here is how we can assist:
Choose the right plan: Find the best fit for your family's dining preferences and budget.
Dining recommendations: Discover character meals, must-try restaurants and hidden gems.
Maximize your credits: Learn how to make the most of your meals, snacks and dining credits.
Dining reservations: Get help securing those must-do dining experiences when your booking window opens at 6 AM.
Get the best value: Compare costs and determine whether a dining plan will save your family money.
Wondering whether a Disney Dining Plan is worth the cost? The numbers might surprise you! I put the dining plan to the test on one of my own Disney vacations and documented how I used my credits to save hundreds of dollars. If you're curious about the potential value of a dining plan, look at my firsthand experience and see just how much you could save.
We're here to help you navigate all the details, answer your questions, and make sure you're getting the most out of your Disney vacation.
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