How Do I Make Disney Dining Reservations For Large Groups?

by | Last updated on January 24, 2024

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You can

book reservations online via MyDisneyExperience or call 407-WDW-DINE

. Online booking beings typically at 6:00 a.m. EST and the phone lines open at 7:00 a.m. daily. It may be easier to get a dining reservation for a large group by calling rather than booking online.

How do I take a large group to Disney World?

  1. #1 Communicate beforehand. …
  2. #2 Set up My Disney Experience ASAP. …
  3. #3 Purchase rooms and tickets early. …
  4. #4 Take advantage of discounts. …
  5. #5 Plan carefully. …
  6. #6 Plan downtime, together time, and split time. …
  7. #7 Make FastPass+ reservations.

How many people can sit at a table in Disney World?

Disney restaurants have comparatively few tables for parties of

two

, and servers are generally disinclined to seat two guests at larger tables.

Can you call to make Disney dining reservations?

To reserve by phone, call

407-WDW-DINE (3463)

, answer a few voice-activated questions, and you'll be transferred to a dining agent who will book your meals for you. You can also book online using the Disney World Website.

How many people can you make a Disney dining reservation for?

Recently Disney has been emphasizing making bookings online or using the app, and wait times are getting longer for calling in for reservations. Using the app or website you can only make reservations for

up to 8 guests

. If you have a party of 9 or more, you have to make reservations over the phone.

What are the hardest reservations to get at Disney World?

“Brunch At The Top” – the toughest reservation to get before the parks closed last spring!

Breakfast (brunch) at California Grill

was easily the toughest dining reservation to get across WDW property pre-closure. Only 987 out of 1670 reservation requests were successful, or 59%.

Does Disney have a dress code?

Disney World says

it enforces a dress code to help maintain “

family-friendly” environments across its properties in Orlando, Florida. … The women told Insider that Disney World employees had asked them to change out of shirts that they'd previously worn at the theme park with no issues.

Is Disneyland still free on your birthday?

The Disneyland Resort

did give a free park admission ticket to Guests on their birthday

as part of a limited-time promotion several years ago, but this is not currently offered. … It can be customized with a name so the birthday boy or girl can receive personalized birthday wishes from Cast Members all day!

Is Disney allowing large groups?


Yes. We offer special accommodations

to make visiting with a larger group fun, convenient and easy! Learn more about planning a trip to Walt Disney World Resort with a larger party.

What time can I make Disney dining reservations 2021?

You can book them as

early as 6 a.m EST online

or on the My Disney Experience app, or at 7 a.m. EST by calling (407) WDW-DINE. The Disneyland Resort restaurants allow everyone to book their reservations 60 days in advance.

How much does Disney charge if you miss a reservation?

Disney charges

a $10-to-$25-per-person penalty

for missing a reservation, or if you cancel on the day of the meal.

Can you be late to Disney dining reservation?

If you're running a wee bit late, there's no need to worry. Disney's policy is that

they will typically hold your reservation up until 15 minutes after your scheduled dining time

.

What is the hardest restaurant to get into?

  • Alinea (Chicago) Jonathan Q./Yelp. …
  • Atelier Crenn (San Francisco) Tiffany P./Yelp. …
  • Atera (New York City) …
  • Barolo Grill (Denver) …
  • Benu (San Francisco) …
  • Chef's Table at Brooklyn Fare (New York City) …
  • Damon Baehrel (Earlton, New York) …
  • é by José Andrés (Las Vegas)

Which Disney dinner show is the best?

  • Disney's Spirit of Aloha Dinner Show.
  • Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue.
  • Mickey's Backyard BBQ.

Do you tip your Magical Express driver?

Disney's Magical Express Driver – Yes, regardless of whether they handle your luggage. Base tip of $3-5 per party, plus $1-2 per bag. (Note that Disney's Magical Express drivers are not Cast Members. … We recommend tipping

between 15% of the fare (longer rides)

and 20% of the fare (shorter ride).

Timothy Chehowski
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Timothy Chehowski
Timothy Chehowski is a travel writer and photographer with over 10 years of experience exploring the world. He has visited over 50 countries and has a passion for discovering off-the-beaten-path destinations and hidden gems. Juan's writing and photography have been featured in various travel publications.