The Disney Cruise Line boasts a unique approach to Cruise Dining. The rotational dining system allows guests to enjoy each of the three themed restaurants on board each Disney cruise ship. Animators Palate, Parrot Cay, and Lumiere's (Magic) or Triton's (Wonder).
When you get your Key To The World Card, you'll notice a series of letters. This is your dining assignment. For example, if you have APL, your rotation will be Animator's Palate, Parrot Cay and Lumiere's. You will also find tickets with your assigned seating time, restaurant schedule and table number in your stateroom. That will follow you for the duration of your Disney cruise. On your first night, you will be introduced to your Server and Assistant Server (they will follow you from restaurant to restaurant each evening). Main seating is at 6:00 pm, second seating is at 8:30 pm.
One note: Be sure to request your preferred seating time and table size when you make your cruise reservation. Disney Cruise Line will do their best to accommodate you. If for some reason you don't get what you requested, there is a time and place listed on your Personal Navigator on Embarkation Day where you can make dining changes once onboard.
On the 7 day Disney cruise, you'll dine in each in each of the three themed restaurants at least once. On the 3 day Disney cruise you will have the opportunity to dine in each restaurant once, and on the 4 day Disney Cruise you'll repeat one restaurant. Adults 18 and over on all of the Disney cruises may make reservations for Palo, an adults exclusive restaurant on Deck 10. Keep in mind that if you make a dinner reservation at Palo's while on board the 3-day cruise you will miss the opportunity to dine at one of the restaurants in the regular dining rotation.
Disney Cruise Line Restaurants
Here's a brief description of each of the Disney Cruise Line restaurants:
Animator's Palate:
This innovative restaurant transforms itself from black and white to full color as your meal progresses. Scenes from classic Disney films adorn the walls, and as each course is served colors are added to the scenes. Be prepared for a fun and festive surprise end to your meal. (NOTE: When dining at this restaurant for the second time during your rotation, the "show" will not take place.) Menu
Parrot Cay:
With island-themed décor, this brightly-colored restaurant gives diners a taste of the Caribbean. Lush palms, tropical birds and beautiful murals give diners the feel of eating in their own bit of island paradise. Menu
Lumiere's:
This restaurant is found on the Disney Magic. As the name implies, the theme is Beauty and the Beast. The elegant decor makes this the most formal of the three main restaurants. Menu | Photos
With its 270- degree ocean view from high atop the ship on Deck 10, Palo has the loveliest view of all restaurants on the ship. Palo is adults 18 and over only, and reservations are required. This restaurant features outstanding Northern Italian cuisine prepared to order.
Because your server does not follow you to this restaurant, a $15.00 cover charge per person is applied. In addition to dinner on both the Wonder and Magic, brunch is served at Palo on days at sea on the Magic and on the Wonder 4 day sailings. The same $15.00 fee is charged. On the Magic, there is a "High Tea" offered during the days at sea for a $5.00 fee. Reservations are required for all dining at Palo.
During dinner, gentlemen will be required to wear a dress shirt. Gentlemen wearing polo shirts, t-shirts, Tommy Bahama style shirts, etc will not be allowed admittance. Jackets and/or ties are recommended but not required. Notices will be in the Personal Navigator, on the Palo reservation card and a sign outside the elevators on deck 10 will contain this dress advisory. The Resort Casual dress code for both the brunch and high tea remains unchanged.
Guests can choose from buffets served at the Beach Blanket Buffet on the Wonder and at Topsiders on the Disney Magic or a sit-down meal for breakfast and lunch. There is open seating for these meals, meaning you can eat in any restaurant and at any table you choose. 24-hour room service is also available.
Guests aboard the Disney Magic will have a Character Breakfast. You receive a ticket with the day/time during your dinner.
For quick and easy fast food on the Disney Cruise Line, Pinocchio's Pizzeria and Pluto's Dog House serve pizza and hot dogs, burgers, chicken fingers, etc. at various times each day. To satisfy your sweet tooth, Scoops (on the Wonder) offers up ice cream and fresh fruit. On the Disney Magic, you will find Goofy's Gally, a great spot to pick up a light snack such as wraps and fruit. There is also a milk, water, soft drinks, lemonade, tea and coffee station on Deck 9 aft that is available most of the time each day.
On both the Disney Wonder and the Disney Magic, a "Pirates of the Caribbean" evening is featured. A pirate themed dinner is followed by a deck party featuring Captain Hook. Guests are welcome to wear pirate attire if they'd like.
As part of the "Cruise Casual" policy, it is asked that you do not wear tank tops, swim wear or shorts to the dining rooms. Jeans are allowed.
The evening's attire is determined by the day, not the restaurant. On the 7 day cruises you will have a formal night, semi-formal, Pirate/tropical night and four "Cruise Casual" nights. (Disney Cruise Line will provide a brochure for tuxedo rentals prior to your cruise.)
On the 3 and 4 day cruises you will have one night that is designated "dress-up." Gentleman will be asked to wear a jacket and ladies either a dress or pantsuit.
As part of your cruise package, all meals on board are included in your package price. This includes 24 hour room service. Unlike your main meals, however, soda is extra. The following is a list of items available through room service as of 3/06. This is, of course, subject to change, but it should give you a good idea of what to expect from Room Service. **PLEASE NOTE that while to food is free, gratuities are allowed. Please be sure to show your appreciation to the server who delivers your food.
BREAKFAST Your choice of the following, delivered at 7, 7:30, 8, 8:30, 9, 9:30, or 10am Juices: Orange, Apple, Grapefruit Breads & Pastries: Danish pastries, Fruit & Bran Muffins, Croissants, doughnuts, White/Whole Wheat Toast, English Muffin, Bagel
Condiments: Assorted Jams, Honey, Butter, Margarine Cold Cereals: Served with Whole or Skim Milk; Corn Flakes, Raisin Bran, Rice Krispies, Froot Loops, KOs, Frosted Flakes, Low-Fat Granola Beverages: Whole/Skim Milk, Chocolate Milk, 100% Columbian Coffee, Decaf, Assortment of Teas
Salads and Appetizers
Southwestern Caesar Salad
Blackened Chicken Quesadila Salad
Mexican Tortilla Soup with Fried Tortillas
Chicken Noodle Soup
All Hands on Deck Cheese Platter (A selection of international cheeses served with crackers) Fresh Fruit Bowl Sandwich Island (potato chips upon request)
BLT
Ham/Turkey and Cheese Sandwich
Focaccia Sandwich (With grilled zucchini portobello mushroom and aioli)
Tuna Salad (in jumbo brioche)
Chicken Fajita Wrap
Steak Sandwich All American Fare
Cheeseburger
Hot Dog
Macaroni and Cheese Chef's Specialties
Mexican Fiesta Pizza
Vegetarian Delight Pizza
Pepperoni Pizza
Meat or Vegetable Lasagna
Dessert
Cake at Sea
(Ask the stateroom service team for daily cake selections)
Big Island Cookie
Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Snacks, Wines and Beverages Packages M&M's (14 oz)
Buttered Popcorn (5.5 oz)
Salted Peanuts (4.5 oz)
Salted Cashews (5.5 oz)
Package 1: 6 Domestic Beers (Budweiser, Bus Light, Coors or Miller Light)
Package 2: 6 Imported Beers (Heineken, Amstel Light, Beck's or Corona) Package 3: 3 Imported and 3 Domestic Package 4: Choice of Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, ginger ale, or orange soda
Package 5: 6 Bottled Mineral Waters (16 oz. Evian) Package 6: 24 Bottled Mineral Waters
(16 oz. Evian)
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