Get ready to celebrate the unbreakable ties of family and experience the essence of Día de los Muertos as Plaza de la Familia makes its grand return to Disney California Adventure park! The celebration, which runs from September 1 to November 2, 2023, is a lively tribute to the Disney and Pixar’s Oscar-winning film, “Coco.”
The event promises a feast for the senses with vibrant music, engaging entertainment, and of course, mouth-watering food. Paradise Garden Grill, along with other dining spots at Disneyland Resort, will be offering a range of sweet and savory dishes that will whisk your taste buds away on a culinary journey inspired by the cultures that commemorate Día de los Muertos.
Let’s take a look at what Disney is cooking up!
Disney California Adventure Park
Paradise Garden Grill
(Available Aug. 31 through Nov. 2; mobile order available)
Food Items:
- Chile Verde Chicken Flautas topped with avocado spread, shredded lettuce, crema, queso fresco, tomatillo salsa, and pickled onions served with Spanish rice and pinto beans (New)
- Tacos Estilo Callejero: Trio of sirloin beef tacos with escabèche, Spanish rice, and pinto beans
- Carnitas Burrito: House-made pork carnitas, Spanish rice, pinto beans, and salsa verde served with house-made tortilla chips
- Chorizo Quesadilla: Poblano, onions, and mozzarella topped with cilantro crema and served with salsa roja and escabèche (Plant-based)
- Elote: Corn on the cob topped with crema, cotija, chili powder, and chicharron crumbles
- Street-style Taco: One steak taco in a corn tortilla served with Spanish rice and pinto beans (Kid’s Meal)
- Cheese Quesadilla: Whole wheat tortilla filled with Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese (Disney Check Meal)
- Chips with Salsa (New)
- Salsa Verde (New)
- Salsa Roja (New)
- Pinto Beans
- Spanish Rice
- Vanilla Layer Cake: Layers of vanilla cake with cinnamon mousse and sweet cream cheese frosting
- Dos Equis Lager
- Dos Equis Amber
- Watermelon Candy Cocktail: Tequila, watermelon schnapps and pineapple juice with a chamoy and chile-lime seasoned rim
Novelties Available Throughout Disneyland Resort
- Coco’s Dante Straw Clip: Available with purchase of beverage (Limit 10 per person, per transaction; available while supplies last starting Sept. 1); Available at the following locations:
- At Disneyland park: Churros near Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Pretzels near Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Rancho del Zocalo Restaurante, and Ship to Shore Marketplace
- At Disney California Adventure park: Chiller at Paradise Gardens Park, Paradise Garden Grill, and Outdoor Vending Carts
- Coco Skull Sipper: Includes choice of fountain beverage at time of purchase or a specialty beverage for an additional charge (New)(Limit two per person, per transaction; no discounts apply; available while supplies last starting Sept. 15); Available at the following locations:
- At Disneyland park: Rancho del Zocalo RestauranteAt Disney California Adventure park: Chiller at Paradise Gardens Park, Mortimers Market, Paradise Garden Grill, and Outdoor Vending CartsAt Disneyland Hotel: The Coffee House
- At Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa: GCH Craftsman Grill
- Coco Souvenir Sipper: Includes choice of Coca-Cola bottled beverages at time of purchase (Limit 10 per person, per transaction; available while supplies last starting Sept. 15); Available at the following locations:
- Disney California Adventure park: Paradise Garden Grill and Outdoor Vending Carts
Boardwalk Pizza & Pasta
(Available Sept. 1 through Nov. 9)
- Horchata Cheesecake with sugar skull décor
Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa
Grand Californian Great Hall Cart
(Available Sept. 1 through Nov. 5)
- Horchata Cookie filled with cajeta (New)
- Gingerbread Calavera Cookie: Gingerbread cookie with white chocolate (New)
- Chocolate Covered Pretzel Sticks: Pretzel rods dipped in white chocolate
- Cookie Box: Pumpkin Mickey sugar cookie, raspberry-filled cookies, and chocolate chip cookies with chocolate candies
- Macaron Box: Assorted macarons (New)
- Crisped Rice Treat dipped in white chocolate (New)
- Mexican Wedding Cookies (New)
- Vanilla Sugar Cookie (New)
- Cinnamon Chocolate Loaf Cake (New)
- Smothered Potato Chips (New)
- Chocolate Chip Cookie Shot with Milk
- Gingerbread Cookie Shot with Milk (New)
- Churro Cookie Shot with Milk (New)
- Red Velvet Cookie Shot with Milk (New)
- Double Chocolate Cookie Shot with Milk (New)
- Pumpkin Cookie Shot with Milk (New)
- Chocolate Chip Cookie Shot with Liqueur (Available with choice of Baileys Irish Cream, Grand Marnier, Captain Morgan Spiced Rum, Jameson Irish Whiskey, or RumChata) (New)
- Hot Chocolate (Non-alcoholic) (Alcoholic version available with choice of Baileys Irish Cream, Grand Marnier, Captain Morgan Spiced Rum, Jameson Irish Whiskey, or RumChata)
This event is more than just a celebration; it’s an immersive cultural and culinary experience. Whether you’re a die-hard fan of Disney’s “Coco” or a food enthusiast eager to explore new flavors, Plaza de la Familia at Disneyland Resort offers a unique blend of entertainment and gastronomy that will leave you craving for more.
So, mark your calendars, gather your loved ones, and prepare your taste buds for a flavorful adventure that celebrates the vibrant spirit of Día de los Muertos!
Written by
Rachel Van Norman
Contributing Writer
Rachel fell deeply in love with all things Disney as a little girl. Now as a wife and a mother herself, she shares this Disney obsession with her son and everyone around her. From her love of princesses to eating all the Disney food, Rachel spends her time radiating Disney magic and keeping everyone up to date on Disney news.
