Comparing DVC Resorts Based On Dining Options

Where to stay during your Disney vacation is just as important of a decision to make as which parks to visit. Staying DVC allows you to experience deluxe accommodations, and when you book with DVC Shop you can experience this at a more moderate price. DVC resorts are well-known for their high-end theming, spacious villas, and fantastic pool areas. DVC resorts are also home to some incredible dining options. If you are still deciding which DVC resort to stay at during your Disney vacation, then let’s take a look at these DVC resorts based on dining options.

DVC’s Bay Lake Tower/ Disney’s Contemporary Resort

Contempo Cafe

This quick-service dining location serves convenient meals fast. Guests can eat here for breakfast, lunch, or dinner and have classic American entrees.

Chef Mickey’s

This table-service restaurant features a character dining experience for breakfast or dinner. The “Fab Five” of Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, Pluto, and Donald meet and greet you while you enjoy a buffet of classic American dishes.

California Grill

One of Disney’s Signature Dining Experiences, California Grill is located on the 15th floor of the building and has a wonderful view of Magic Kingdom and Bay Lake. The menu is ever-changing but consists of a three-course meal.

Steakhouse 71

This classic steakhouse is modeled after the year that Disney World opened. Featuring some of Walt’s favorite dishes, this classic American steakhouse is a refined experience.

Disney’s Polynesian Resort

Captain Cook’s

This quick-service restaurant serves classic American meals as well as meals with a Hawaiian inspiration.

Pineapple Lanai

Located outdoors near the pool area, Pineapple Lanai serves Dole Whip and other frozen delights.

Ohana

This table-service restaurant features Hawaiian dishes served family-style. The fare is all you care to enjoy, and guests love its signature dishes.

Kona Cafe

This understated restaurant is famous for its breakfast, especially its Tonga Toast.

Disney’s Boardwalk Villas

Abracadabar

Themed after a magician’s hideaway, Abracadabar serves signature drinks as well as small plates and appetizers.

Cake Bake Shop

Famous for their brunch, guests can indulge in their sweet tooth as well as savory.

Blue Ribbon Corn Dogs

This snack stand serves corn dogs that are truly unique. Our favorites include the Mexican Street Dog, modeled after elote.

Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa

1900 Park Fare

This character dining experience brings you Mirabel, Cinderella, Tiana, and Aladdin. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, this restaurant is popular for its atmosphere as well as its food.

Enchanted Rose

This Beauty and the Beast themed lounge is something you must experience at least once. Indulge in signature drinks and see the enchanted rose itself.

Disney’s Riviera Resort

Topolino’s Terrace

Another character dining experience, Topolino’s Terrace hosts a character breakfast with Mickey, Minnie, Daisy, and Donald. For dinner, guests are treated to a signature dining experience.

Le Petit Cafe

Serving coffee and pastries in the morning, this cafe is the best way to start your day. By night, check back for signature cocktails.

Which DVC resort has the best dining options in your experience? How important is dining to you during your Disney trips? We want to hear from you in the comments below!

Featured Photo: Emily Murray.