This morning, Walt Disney World announced the return of even more dining options at Animal Kingdom, the Polynesian, and Epcot this November! Grab your appetite and let’s take a look!
At Epcot, princess dining returns with the opening of Akershus Royal Banquet Hall at the Norway Pavilion. Opening November 4, guests will experience Norwegian-inspired dining with some of their favorite Disney Princesses.
Guests will indulge in a family-style dining experience including Traditional KjOttaker, featuring Norwegian meatballs or Kylling og Melboller, a Norwegian take on chicken and dumplings. In addition to traditional fare, guests can enjoy American cuisine such as Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Grilled Salmon, and Macaroni and Cheese. Dessert includes Norwegian favorites Chocolate Roulade with lingonberry cream and Rice Cream with strawberry sauce.
Disney Princesses will be on hand to make the dining event even more special. Disney did not release which princesses will be on hand or if photo pass photographers will be capturing any special moments, but we will keep you posted!
Over at Animal Kingdom, guests will see the return of buffet style dining at Tusker House Restaurant. Starting November 1, guests will be able to feast on African-inspired flavors without any limits and here is a preview of the new menu.
For breakfast guests can start their morning with Zebra Coffee Cake or Simba and Mickey Waffles along with assorted breakfast meats. For lunch and dinner guests will enjoy specialty breads and dips, Spit-roasted Tandoori Chicken and Green Curry Shrimp. There will also be plant-based options such as Cauliflower Bunny Chow and various salads. Donald Duck and some of his Disney pals will continue to make appearances making this a character meal you don’t want to miss!
At Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, Kona Café will reopen November 1 and will feature American cuisine with an Asian flare and the return of the onstage sushi kitchen!
Guest favorites such as Tonga Toast and Pineapple Macadamia Nut Pancakes return on the breakfast menu. The Big Kahuna Burger and Seafood Pu Pu platter will return for lunch and dinner and a new plant-based option, the Sauteed Red Quinoa will make its debut. Kona Café is a great break from the crowds at Magic Kingdom and is easily accessible by boat or the Monorail.
Reservations for Tusker House and Kona Café are available and reservations for Akershus will open on October 24. Be sure to contact your Disney Travel Planner to secure reservations!
Which of these returning favorites are you most excited about? Leave a comment below!
