The holiday celebrations at Disney California Adventure extend well beyond the Festival of Holidays marketplaces! While the seasonal food booths are always a highlight, guests can find even more festive bites and treats at quick-service restaurants and outdoor vending locations throughout the park.
For the 2026 holiday season, several locations are introducing brand-new menu items, while a few familiar favorites are making their return. Whether you’re in the mood for something sweet, looking for a hearty lunch, or simply want a festive snack to enjoy between attractions, there’s plenty to add to your holiday foodie list! Here are the seasonal food offerings to look for around Disney California Adventure this year.
New Holiday Food Offerings
There are quite a few new additions to try this season, including some creative twists on familiar favorites.
At Clarabelle’s Hand-Scooped Ice Cream, guests can enjoy a NEW Holiday Mickey Ice Cream Bar. This Mickey-shaped treat is dipped in white chocolate and finished with crushed peppermint candy, making it a festive choice for anyone with a sweet tooth. Note that this is available on mobile order!
If you’re looking for something savory, head over to Studio Catering Co. for the NEW Southern Holiday Brisket Taco. It features chipotle BBQ brisket topped with corn salsa, cotija, crema, and a lime wedge. It’s a fun holiday-inspired take on a classic taco!
Over at Terran Treats, the NEW Salted Caramel Chocolate Cake combines chocolate lava cake with salted caramel, fleur de sel, whipped topping, and fruity cereal. The mix of chocolate and caramel sounds like a great option for dessert after a day exploring the park.
Lucky Fortune Cookery is also joining the seasonal lineup with a NEW Orange Chicken Rice Bowl. Sweet orange-glazed chicken is served with sautéed vegetables, mandarin oranges, and steamed rice for a hearty meal.
At Flo’s V-8 Cafe, guests can try NEW Holiday Pineapple-Honey Glazed Chicken Strips. The chicken strips are topped with pineapple-honey glaze and green onions and served with fries.
For another sweet option, stop by Boardwalk Pizza & Pasta for the NEW Cookie Butter Trifle. This dessert layers cookie butter, cheesecake mousse, and vanilla chantilly, then finishes things off with a spice cookie.
And if loaded fries are more your style, Smokejumpers Grill has a NEW Loaded Pulled Pork Fries dish. Seasoned fries are topped with pulled pork, cranberry BBQ sauce, gochujang aioli, pickled onions, and chives. The cranberry BBQ sauce gives this savory snack a seasonal twist!
Finally, guests can find NEW Cherry Cotton Candy at select outdoor vending locations. The red and white cotton candy comes packaged in a festive snowflake bag, making it a fun treat to enjoy while walking around the park.
Returning Holiday Favorites
Of course, not everything on the menu is brand new! A couple of familiar holiday treats are returning for another season.
At Aunt Cass Café, the RETURNING Caramel Apple Bread Pudding features caramelized apples, whipped topping, and caramel sauce. It’s a cozy dessert that feels right at home on a holiday menu.
You can also find the RETURNING Mickey-shaped Gingerbread Cookie at select outdoor vending locations. This soft gingerbread cookie is decorated with sprinkles and is a classic seasonal snack for Disney fans.
With new savory dishes, creative desserts, and a few returning favorites, there are plenty of ways to enjoy the holiday season throughout Disney California Adventure. Be sure to check out the seasonal menus during your visit, as offerings are subject to change and availability.
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Written by
Izi K
From hunting for Hidden Mickeys to trading pins with anyone who had a lanyard, Izi grew up finding joy in the little details of Walt Disney World. That love for the parks eventually led to roles as a Cast Member on both coasts – at Disneyland and across several teams in Florida. These days, you’ll often find Izi wandering Disney resorts, diving into bits of park history, or finding the perfect spot to relax and soak in the atmosphere in the parks.
