Disney Dining Plan: Complete Guide
Understand how to prepay for meals and snacks with Disney's convenient dining packages.
What is the Disney Dining Plan?
The Disney Dining Plan (DDP) is a prepaid meal package available only to guests staying at Disney Resort hotels with a vacation package. It offers a convenient way to enjoy meals across Walt Disney World by using meal and snack credits instead of paying out-of-pocket.
How It Works
Pre-Purchase
You choose a Dining Plan when booking your Disney Resort hotel package.
Daily Credits
Each guest in your party (ages 3 and up) receives daily meal and snack credits, based on the plan.
Redeem Easily
Use your MagicBand, MagicMobile, or Key to the World Card to redeem meals and snacks.
Track Your Usage
Credits are pooled and can be tracked via the My Disney Experience app. They are valid from check-in through midnight on check-out day.
Dining Plan Options
Disney Quick-Service Dining Plan
Guests who prefer flexibility and fast meals.
- 2 Quick-Service meals per person, per night
- 1 Snack or nonalcoholic beverage per person, per night
- 1 Resort refillable drink mug per person, per stay
Disney Dining Plan (Standard)
Guests who want one sit-down meal a day, including character dining.
- 1 Quick-Service meal per person, per night
- 1 Table-Service meal per person, per night
- 1 Snack or nonalcoholic beverage per person, per night
- 1 Resort refillable drink mug per person, per stay
Snacks & Beverages
Snacks Include:
- Mickey ice cream bars, pretzels, and churros
- Popcorn and fountain drinks
- Many festival booth items at EPCOT
Beverage Details:
- Guests 21+ can choose an alcoholic beverage with meals.
- Non-alcoholic specialty drinks (milkshakes, smoothies) are also included.
Resort Refillable Mugs:
- Unlimited refills of soda, tea, and coffee at resort self-service stations.
- Not usable in theme parks.
Credit Breakdown
| Experience Type | Credits Used |
|---|---|
| Regular Table-Service Meal | 1 Table-Service credit |
| Signature Dining | 2 Table-Service credits |
| Dinner Shows (e.g., Hoop-Dee-Doo) | 2 Table-Service credits |
| Character Dining (varies) | 1 or 2 Table-Service credits |
| Quick-Service Restaurant | 1 Quick-Service credit |
Tips & Tricks
Maximize value by using credits at more expensive restaurants.
Combine snack credits for a light lunch from EPCOT festival booths.
Unused credits expire at midnight on checkout day — use them!
Use leftover snack credits to grab treats for the trip home.
Cost (2025 Pricing)
Subject to change. Per person, per night.
Quick-Service Plan: ~$57.01/adult, ~$23.83/child (3-9)
Standard Dining Plan: ~$94.28/adult, ~$29.69/child (3-9)
What’s Not Included
- Gratuities (tips) for table-service meals
- Souvenir mugs or specialty popcorn buckets
- Alcoholic drinks for guests under 21