Disney Restaurants With Open Kitchens

Disney World is a well-known vacation destination for foodies. With several restaurants to choose from, guests can certainly find somewhere to eat that they will enjoy. Disney restaurants can be heavily themed, refined, and classy. There is truly something that will suit everyone’s taste. If you prefer a more lively dining experience, perhaps with a view of the kitchen and chefs at work, then there are several Disney restaurants for you to choose from. Restaurants with an open kitchen are very popular for guests, especially those who have an interest in the culinary arts or those with children who enjoy observing. If you have a trip to Disney planned then consider visiting these Disney restaurants with open kitchens.

Teppan Edo at EPCOT

Located in the Japan pavilion of EPCOT’s World Showcase, Teppan Edo is a restaurant that takes open kitchen to a new level. Guests are treated to the ultimate interactive dining experience as Teppan chefs entertain and cook using a hot grill within the table. Guests can have dinner and a show as they watch the chefs at work. This dining experience is great for those who want to be entertained while they eat, and families with children will especially appreciate the entertainment that this “open kitchen” has to offer.

‘Ohana at Disney’s Polynesian Resort

Ohana is a fan-favorite restaurant that resides within Disney’s Polynesian Resort. At ‘Ohana, everyone is treated like family as they enjoy a Hawaiian-inspired meal that is a meat-lover’s paradise. This meal is served family-style, and it is all-you-care-to-enjoy. As you dine, you can glance over at the open prep-area and watch meat and skewers being prepared. Watching the preparation makes it all the more sweeter once the food makes its way to your table!

Boma at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge

Boma is another great restaurant that features some form of open kitchen for observation. Located at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, Boma is a buffet full of African flavors. Guests can’t get a view of the entire kitchen but they are treated to a view of the prep area where they can watch meat being prepared, bread being cut, and other prep work for the buffet. Guests love Boma for its diverse buffet, with favorites like roasted meats, flavored rice, and assorted bread.

Via Napoli at EPCOT

This restaurant is located within World Showcase’s Italy pavilion and is considered to be a hidden gem by many. Via Napoli at EPCOT is a pizza restaurant serving authentic Italian pies. Guests can watch as the many wood fired ovens throughout the restaurant are put to use. You might even be able to spot your own pizza being cooked! Via Napoli serves pizzas like the Capricciosa Pizza, which comes with tomato sauce, mozzarella parmacotto ham, olives, artichokes, mushrooms, and oregano.

Have you ever dined at any of these restaurants? Do you prefer restaurants with an open kitchen? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!

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