DFB Tips: The Best Disney World Restaurants for First Timers

Everyday we receive lots of mail from our awesome DFB readers, asking for restaurant suggestions and recommendations. And while we certainly have our favorites, we know that you do, too! So when a Disney first-time visitor recently asked what restaurants we would recommend for their upcoming trip, we couldn’t think of a better panel of experts to ask than YOU!

Today we're taking a look at your recommendations for the restaurants first timers must experience on that inaugural Walt Disney World trip!

If you have other thoughts or ideas — or, better yet, stories of your favorite restaurants during a first-time visit — please share them with all of us in the comments section! More suggestions are always better!

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[mz.beetruth]

Can you all please do a update to this video.

[aaronwallace]

List: Chef Mickey's, Be Our Guest, 'Ohana, 50s Prime Time Cafe, Liberty Tree Tavern, Via Napoli, Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue, Boma, Tusker House, Le Cellier, & Les Halles Bakery

[ashtonlea]

i love this guy's voice, its just so pleasant

[QBG]

I'd recommend the Biergarten in Epcot's Germany pavilion for first-timers. The buffet has all manner of artery-clogging deliciousness to satisfy any preference, the seating is classic German-style long tables where you get to meet new people (something sorely missing from American culture these days), and the delightful polka show will keep the kids entertained while the grown-ups enjoy their second (or third!) enormous beers.

[loripalasnick]

I would have to add heading over to Beaches and Cream for a yummy sundae treat!

[introvertgamer]

I give anything, to get proposed in Be our guest if I ever go to Disney World at the Magic Kingdom.

[monalisamortensen]

My kids love Whispering Canyon Cafe at the Wilderness Lodge. The food is good, but the best part is the fun atmosphere and make sure you ask for ketchup.

[Liz-kdgm]

Tuto Italia!!!! I love it there! My family is Italian so they always stay to talk to us and the staff is so kind!

[craigborgstede]

We did Whispering Canyon Cafe on our 3rd trip. We go every time now. This place is so fun! Good food and also a great environment.

[CuriosityRocks]

I don't really visit Disney but I love hearing this channel talk about food 😊

[agon]

Two of my favorites are the Sci Fi Dine in at Hollywood Studios and Yak and Yeti at Animal Kingdom.

[tomcurtis]

I stayed in AKL while I went on holiday to Florida, and I had Boma breakfasts every day!! I’ve gotta say, Boma is the number one place for food, and nobody should have any second thought on whether to go there or not!!

[mckenna]

During this last visit to Disney World, we try it out quite a few of the character dining locations. Easily! Hands down! The best character interaction was at tusker house. Goofy is not to be missed!! Donald and Daisy were exceptional with our shy twins. Just an amazing afternoon. The food? Well I'm not a great fan of African flavors... But my family thought it was great. And there are a number of All American options there. I had heard tusker house was great... But I would raise it to the point of sensational with the character meet-and-greets.

[cognitohazard]

i'm going on my senior trip to disney and this will be my first time making the reservations myself! also it's my best friend's first time!

[princessjen]

I’m relatively new to DFB. So weird not to hear AJ’s voice and that distinctive popping sound between items in the newer vids

[brigand]

My favorite counter service at the Magic Kingdom is Cosmic Ray's!!! This is partly nostalgia, but the toppings bar is AWESOME!!! It can take a plain burger and fries to the moon (SWIDT)!!!

[GlitterGirl]

We will be in Disney World for my birthday, and we are going to Le Cellier for the big day, I’m so so excited! I love steak and last time I went I couldn’t stop thinking about the food 😍😍

[WaterDragonRai]

I'd be interested in seeing a video suggesting restaurants for young adults. A lot of kids travel to Disney for spring break and once Galaxy Edge opens up, I know my best friend and I are planning on going.

[sarahlin]

so helpful! thanks for taking the time to make a detailed video with good tips

[taylorlivingbehindthecastl]

I sure wish I would have you guys before my first time almost a year ago.  BUT with our 2nd Disney Family Vacation right around the corner I have been binge watching your videos! :)