Best Disney Table-Service Restaurants For A Relaxing Meal

Dining at Disney can be a fun and exciting experience with many restaurants having intricate themes and lively atmosphere. If over-the-top restaurants aren’t your thing then don’t fear, there are still plenty of dining options throughout Disney for you to enjoy. There are many table-service restaurants that are laid-back, low-key, and calm. Perfect for those who want a relaxing meal or a romantic night out with their partner. If you overstimulate easily or simply wish for a quiet meal then check out these table-service restaurants that provide a relaxing experience.

Coral Reef Restaurant at EPCOT

Located in the World Nature section of EPCOT near The Seas with Nemo and Friends, Coral Reef Restaurant is a beautifully unique restaurant. The dining room here offers a stunning view into one of the largest saltwater aquariums in the world. While you dine you can view sea turtles, rays, sharks, and maybe even a scuba diver if you’re lucky. This restaurant is the perfect spot for a calm and relaxing dining experience. The fish swim peacefully while guests enjoy seafood and other delicious dishes.

Liberty Tree Tavern at Magic Kingdom

Magic Kingdom is home to some lively character meals, but if you’re looking for something more relaxed then Liberty Tree Tavern is perfect for you. This restaurant serves a wonderful family-style meal that reminds guests of Thanksgiving food. Guests enjoy roasted turkey, pot roast, mashed potatoes, vegetables, stuffing, and macaroni and cheese. The dining room is elegantly themed to be like a cozy colonial home.

Sci-Fi Dine-In at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

At first glance this restaurant might not seem like a good candidate for a relaxing meal, however Sci-Fi Dine-In at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is actually more quiet and calm than people realize. The old sci-fi films that play here aren’t very loud, and the guests dining here are so focused on the films that they rarely engage in loud conversation. The result is a quiet, dimly lit dining area with movie clips playing allowing guests to have a relaxing and calm experience.

Olivia’s Cafe at Old Key West

Our next relaxing dining experience lies within a very relaxing DVC resort. Disney’s Old Key West Resort is a relaxing resort that gives off southern Florida vibes. This entire resort makes you feel as if you’re walking through a quiet beach town. Olivia’s Cafe is a restaurant that feels like a family-owned business. Photos of DVC families line the walls and guests enjoy home-cooked southern favorites. This restaurant serves brunch and dinner, and provides a relaxing dining experience for both.

Jiko at Animal Kingdom Lodge

Jiko- The Cooking Place is a restaurant at Animal Kingdom Lodge that serves African, Indian, and Mediterranean cuisine. This restaurant is vibrant, colorful, and quiet. This signature dining experience is refined and perfect for a relaxing meal, and the dining room remains quiet throughout the day.

Do you prefer quiet and calm meals? Or lively and themed? We want to hear from you in the comments below!

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