One of the easiest ways to save is by having a smart dining strategy. You have to eat. It’s a non-negotiable, but it’s also the area you have the most control over in your travel budget. We have several posts covering ways to save money on Disney World food that you can check out.

With the right mindset and a loose travel plan, you can totally do Disney World on a budget without sacrificing. Grab your pen and paper, and let’s dive in!

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With the right approach, a Disney trip can be affordable and magical. The cheapest way to visit Disney World is to plan smart and make informed choices. We’ve had many budget-friendly Disney adventures, and so can you!

Before we dive in, if you can’t afford to go to Disney World, you should wait. While it is possible to do Disney on a budget, I wouldn’t want you to be so strapped for cash that you can’t allow for some indulgences, like buying a Disney balloon for your child. If that’s the case, I would encourage you to wait another year or so, save some more money, and you will have an infinitely better vacation!

To help you save, we’ve written several money-saving articles to help get you on the right track. Remember, money saved is money earned, so the more money you can keep in the bank, the more you can save for a dream Disney vacation!

Related: Resort Hopping at Disney World (on the monorail)

Cheapest Way To Do Disney World

As with any vacation destination, travel, accommodations, tickets, and food will be your main expenses. Other areas, like souvenirs and alcoholic drinks, are optional. The time of year you visit will be the most critical factor, so let’s start there.

Flights, hotels, and even Disney ticket prices will be higher during peak travel times, such as holidays and when kids are out of school. Traveling during the off-season will ensure you get the lowest rates on flights, accommodations, and even Disney ticket prices.

Disney Packing List Must Haves

Raincoats! Regardless of when you visit, there’s a good chance you’ll experience a pop-up shower during your trip. Be prepared and bring rain ponchos from home to avoid paying premium prices at Disney World!

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Slowest Times At Disney World

One of the best times to visit Disney is after the Thanksgiving crowds leave and before the Christmas crowds arrive. Prices are lower, the weather is beautiful, and the Disney Christmas decorations are up, adding to the magic of your trip.

For the same reasons, January and February are also great. The decorations are gone, but you’ll have much cooler weather. There are cheerleading competitions around this time every year, and thousands of cheerleaders inundate Disney property. Book your trip between these competitions, and you’ll be fine.

Late August and most of September are notoriously among the best times for low crowds and prices. It’s still a little too hot for us, but if that doesn’t bother you, you can’t go wrong with Disney in September!

Related: Best Quick Service At Disney World (for $10 or less)

Authorized Disney Travel Agents

Hiring a travel agent may be your best bet if it’s your first trip to Disney. Not only will they know the best times to go, but they can also do all the planning for you based on your budget. The best part? It doesn’t cost you anything to hire a Disney travel agent. They actually get paid a commission directly from Disney. Search Google or ask for recommendations in popular Disney forums to find an authorized Disney travel agent. They have a wealth of information, and the members are incredibly helpful. My favorites are DISboards, WDWMagic, and TouringPlans.

Traveling To Disney World

Driving is usually the cheapest way to get to Disney World. We live in Nashville, which is a 10-hour drive. The benefit of driving is that you can load up your car, which saves so much money! We bring cases of water and food, along with tons of extra health and beauty items, so we don’t have to buy anything on-site. You can estimate what you’ll pay for gas ahead of time.

If driving is out of the question, book the cheapest flight with the lowest baggage fees. In this case, I recommend paying for an extra bag and bringing as much as you can from home. The less you have to buy at the parks, the better. The additional baggage fee will often be less than the cost of forgetting something and paying full price on Disney World property.

Accommodations At Walt Disney World

I always recommend staying on Disney property to take advantage of perks like early park access, free transportation, and the experience of staying in the “Disney bubble.” However, we LOVE the Drury near Disney Springs. More on that below!

Booking your accommodations is the first thing you should do. Walt Disney World Resorts and Good Neighbor Hotels book up far in advance. Once you’ve secured your hotel, you can monitor prices and modify your reservation as needed.

• Disney Value Resorts, such as Disney All-Star Movies, Disney All-Star Music, and Disney All-Star Sports, are almost always the cheapest, ranging from $133 to over $200 a night, depending on the time of year.
• The Drury Plaza Hotel is the newest hotel in the Disney Springs area. We stayed here on our last trip, and we loved it so much that I wrote an entire review. While some value resorts might be less per night, the Drury offers a complimentary hot breakfast buffet, a free nightly hot buffet, and three free alcoholic drinks per adult per night of your stay. That’s a huge savings since food is a significant expense for most travelers.

Must Haves For Your Disney Trip

Autograph books! Meeting the characters at Disney World is a fun (and free) activity. It creates core memories that last a lifetime. Be prepared with these courtesy autograph books to avoid pain in-park prices!

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Disney World Ticket Prices

The price varies daily, with the cheapest Disney World tickets being during the off-season. For example, in 2026, you’ll pay around $119 fpr a one-day ticket vs $185 in December. You can see the most current price on the Disney website. A single-day ticket is a flat rate, but the price of a multi-day ticket decreases each consecutive day. You can also check the Disney World special offers page for ticket and resort discounts.

There are a few different ways to upgrade your ticket, but for the sake of this post, I recommend saving money and sticking with one park per day. Disney Springs is always a good option if you get done at the park a little early and are looking for something to do in the evening!

Related: Toddler Packing List Ideas for Disney (from a mom!)

Cut Back On Theme Park Days

The parks are a ton of fun, but one of the cheapest ways to do Disney World is to cut a park day. Depending on your children’s ages and how many days you’re there, you might want to consider only visiting two or three parks. Our grandkids don’t love Epcot, so that’s not a priority when they’re with us. 

Some of the best days at Disney are actually spent outside of the parks. You can explore the resorts via the monorail or ride the Disney Skyliner to others. The last time we were there, we made the monorail loop with our two-year-old grandson, and he LOVED playing with the oversized toys outside at the Contemporary.

Hang out at Disney Springs, or simply enjoy the resort you’re already staying at, let the kids swim, and relax. The parks can be exhausting, and a break is usually necessary!

Food Prices At Disney World

If you include drinks, meals, and snacks, an average family of four can spend well over $50 per person per day. Here are some ways to save!

Get some groceries. On the first day of your trip, either drive to the closest grocery store or place a delivery order for bottled water, snacks, and breakfast options. If you drive, bring non-perishable items from home. I’ve had Amazon Fresh and Instacart delivered to the hotel.

Have your first meal of the day in your room. It saves the cost of an entire meal out. We stock up on yogurt cups, cottage cheese, and granola bars. However, if your family loves breakfast, this is almost the cheapest meal of the day at Disney World.

Snacking in the park can add up, so I suggest bringing a few non-perishables, like granola bars, nuts, and jerky. Familiarize yourself with the Disney World Food Policy to know what you can and can’t bring into the parks. That said, Disney World has amazing snacks under $5 (like the School Bread at Kringla Bakeri shown above). We shared some of our favorites in this post!

Avoid sit-down restaurants. They are costly! As a foodie, I also believe that the quick-service restaurants are where you’ll find some of the best food at Disney – at the lowest prices. I’ve posted a lot about this here.

Share meals. It literally cuts the price of a meal in half. A few of our favorites are these totcho bowls, this Cuban Sandwich served with plantain chips, and the Jambon Beurre Sandwich at Les Halles Boulangerie-Pâtisserie. If one meal isn’t quite enough, order an extra side instead of a second meal OR supplement with one of the snacks you’ve brought.

It baffles me that people still pay for water bottles in the park, which can easily cost $50 a day or more. Bring bottles of water with you, or carry a refillable one. We LOVE these collapsible bottles.

Related: Disney World Food Prices (and ways to save)

Souvenirs At Disney World

Everything at Disney World is more expensive, especially souvenirs and Disney apparel. If you can, avoid buying them at Disney. Here are some things I did when my kids were younger.

Some of the cheapest apparel for a trip to Disney World can be found at H&M, Kohl’s, and Target. Even on a budget, dressing in Disney gear is fun, and you can find some great deals. My favorite Disney sweatshirt is from Kohl’s, and I got it on clearance for about $8.

In the months before your trip, frequent the Dollar Tree and stock up on Disney items. When your kids ask for something, pull a little surprise out of your backpack. This is also a great way to keep younger kids occupied in long lines.

Inside the parks, the refillable popcorn bucket is your best bet. The popcorn buckets can be refilled for around $2.50 for the entire trip. Mickey Ears and Disney autograph books can be purchased on Amazon for much less than you’ll pay on property.

Is Lightning Lane Multi-Pass Worth It

Time is money at Disney World, so while some people recommend skipping the Lightning Lane Multi Pass, I disagree, depending on when you’re traveling. Waiting in long lines can take hours out of your day. Multi Pass is an extra expense, but the time it saves is invaluable. It’s definitely worth considering and making room in your budget.

If you visit Disney during the lowest crowd time, you may only need it at some parks. Magic Kingdom, for example, has a lot of rides for kids, and it’s a lot to fit in in one day. Multi Pass may be beneficial here. However, at Hollywood Studios, young kids probably won’t be able to go on Slinky Dog Dash or Tower of Terror, so you may not need it at this park. I recommend looking at the Multi-Pass rides at each park to decide if it’s a good fit for your family.

Consider the heat. In addition to saving time, standing in long lines and baking in the sun is no one’s favorite thing to do. Lightning Lane is something we will always budget for!

That wraps up our tips for the cheapest way to do Disney World. If you have any money-saving Disney hacks, please share them in the comments. And if you’ve just started planning your Disney trip, we have a simple 4-step process you should definitely check out!

We talk a lot about saving money at Disney World here and on the site. From the cheapest way to go to Disney World to affordable meals and snacks, we share tips and tricks to help make Disney a little less of a hit on your wallet. But did you know that there are several Disney Springs happy hours? It’s a great way to save money on adult beverages at Disney World!

We used to live in Florida, so I’ve been going to Disney World my entire life. Once my kids were born, we took them nearly every year of their lives. Our whole family is obsessed with Disney World, so much so that my daughter completed a Disney college and professional internship and eventually worked full-time on the conservation team at Animal Kingdom! Disney World has always been a part of our lives, so we know firsthand how expensive it can be. (I sure do miss all of the cast member discounts she shared with us—ha!)

As adults in our 50s, Disney World is one of our favorite places to relax, shut out the world and responsibilities at home, and happily live in our “Disney bubble.” Most people think of crowds, chaos, and hot weather when they think of Disney World, but that is not our vibe. Our goal for every trip is to relax. We don’t do crowds, hot weather, or long lines. You can check out my slowest times to visit Disney World for more information. One of our favorite things is to end our day somewhere cozy and enjoy a cocktail, so we love to take advantage of Disney Springs happy hours.

Disney Springs Happy Hours

Hole in The Wall Bar at Raglan Road

• Location: The Landing
• Hours: Monday through Friday, 11 AM to 5 PM
• Highlights: $6 domestic beer, $6 premium well liquors, and $10 select house-made cocktails
• Raglan Road Happy Hour Menu

This is my husband’s favorite bar at Disney Springs. Give him a good Guinness, and he’s a happy man. The Hole In The Wall bar is where you want to go for a properly poured Guinness and the best fried fish on Disney property! There’s live music in the evenings, and the atmosphere is relaxed and fun.

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STK Disney Springs

• Location: The Landing
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 3 PM to 6:30 PM + Saturday & Sunday, 3 PM to 5:30 PM
• Highlights: $3 – $9 small plates +$9 specialty cocktails + $9 select wines by the glass
• STK Happy Hour Menu

One of the most popular items on the happy hour menu is the Lil’ Shroom Cheeseburger and Truffle Fries—for only $6!! It’s so good and such a great value!

Pro tip. Check the link above for times and locations. Some are restricted to the bar, lounge, and patio areas on certain days.

Jaleo by José Andrés

• Location: West Side
• Hours: Every day, 11:30 AM to 6 PM (bar + patio )
• Highlights: Sangrias for $7 + unique tapas from $4 to $6.50
• Jaleo by José Andrés Happy Hour Menu

This is one of the more popular Disney Springs happy hours because of delicious sangrias, which is why it’s actually called “sangria hour.” The tapas are amazing! You can’t go wrong with anything on the menu, but I LOVE the Pan con tomate!

Wolfgang Puck

• Location: Town Center
• Hours: Monday – Friday, 1 PM to 4 PM
• Highlights: $7 glasses of wine + bottomless mimosas
• Wolfgang Puck Happy Hour Menu (no menu posted online)

Very few people know about this happy hour, and I couldn’t find it on any lists. Before writing this post, I called and confirmed that they do still have a happy hour at the bar, and they purposefully don’t advertise it, lol. Sign me up for bottomless mimosas!

eet by Maneet Chauhan

• Location: Marketplace
• Hours: Every day, 2 PM to 5 PM
• Highlights: Half-off wine, beer, and cocktails
• eet by Maneet Chauhan Happy Hour (no menu posted online)

eet is new to the Disney Springs happy hour scene but already getting rave reviews. We can’t wait to try it on our next trip! Have you been?

Paradiso 37 – Disney Springs Happy Hour

• Location: The Landing
• Hours: Every day, 11 AM to 4 PM and 9 PM to 11 PM
• Highlights: House margaritas for $8 + domestic draft beers for $7
• Paradiso 37 Happy Hour Menu

While the food at Paradiso 37 has never been our favorite, they serve a solid margarita for eight dollars. This is another location that has two separate happy hour times.

House Of Blues

• Location: West Side
• Hours: Monday – Thursday, open to 5 PM and 9 PM to 11 PM
• Highlights: Live performances + larger food portions that can easily be shared
• House Of Blues Happy Hour Menu

We love the vibe at House of Blues! We grab a table outside, listen to live music and relax. While neither my husband nor I are smokers, my husband does like a good cigar on vacation, and this is one of the few places he can do that at Disney Springs. Also, note the two separate happy hour times here.

Terralina Crafted Italian

• Location: The Landing
• Hours: Every day, 4 PM to 6 PM (outside bar), 9 PM to 11 PM (inside bar)
• Highlights: Half-off wine by the glass + $6.50 beer + specials on bar bites
• Terralina Crafted Italian Happy Hour Menu 

There are two happy hour times and two bars here: one indoors and the other outside to the left of the entrance. This restaurant is often overlooked but is one of our favorites. The happy hour menu has unique options, such as herbed ricotta toast, which I highly recommend!

Stargazers Bar at Planet Hollywood

• Location: Town Center
• Hours: Every day, 4 PM to 7 PM
• Highlights: Beers for $5 + live music Friday and Saturday 7 PM to 11 PM
• Stargazers Bar Happy Hour Menu

It’s easy to miss Stargazers, and for years, we did. It’s a little bar tucked underneath Planet Hollywood serving cocktails, local craft beers, and a small lounge menu. If you’re a karaoke fan, you can sing your heart out on Wednesday nights from 7 PM to 11 PM!

Frontera Cocina

• Location: Town Center
• Hours: Monday – Thursday, 2 PM to 6 PM 
• Highlights: House margaritas $7 + 30% off appetizers + $3 off draft beers
• Frontera Cocina Happy Hour (no menu posted online)

While no menu is posted online, Frontera Cochina recently posted an incredible deal you can get at happy hour. For just $18, you can get a taco tree and a house margarita, and I hear the margaritas are very strong. I think this is perfect for sharing!

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The Happy Hours at Disney Springs as of September 2024 are:

• Hole in The Wall Bar at Raglan Road: Monday through Friday, 11 AM to 5 PM
• Jaleo by José Andrés: Every day, 11:30 AM – 6 PM (bar + patio )
• House Of Blues: Monday – Thursday, OPEN to 5 PM and 9 PM to 11 PM
• Terralina Crafted Italian: Every day, 4 PM to 6 PM (outside bar), 9 PM to 11 PM (inside bar)
• eet by Maneet Chauhan: Every day, 2 PM to 5 PM
• Paradiso 37: Every day, 11 AM to 4 PM and 9 PM to 11 PM
• Stargazers Bar at Planet Hollywood: Every day, 4 PM to 7 PM
• Frontera Cocina: Monday – Thursday, 2 PM to 6 PM
• STK: Monday to Friday, 3 PM to 6:30 PM + Saturday & Sunday 3 PM to 5:30 PM + Sunday 10 PM to close

Please let me know in the comments if you see any changes, and I will update the post!

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• Complete List of Stores at Disney Springs 
• Babies and Toddlers at Disney World FAQ
• Best Quick Service at Epcot – Savory Edition
• Disney World at Christmas + Questions & Answers

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Quick service offers some of the best food on property—without the huge price tag. You’ll find creative flavors, big portions, and great value across the parks, resorts, and Disney Springs. Whether you’re Disney-bound for the first time or a regular visitor, these spots belong on your Disney World food bucket list. 

Grab your appetite and your list—we’re diving into more of the best quick service restaurants at Disney that prove fast and affordable food can still be fantastic!

This is the second in our quick service at Disney World series. In the first post, which you can read here, we shared our favorite meals for less than $10 – so be sure to go back and read that one too. Some of my all-time favorites from that post are the Holiday Turkey Sandwich at Earl of Sandwich, the Morning Flatbread at Polynesian Village Resort, and the Pretzel Breakfast Sandwich at The Friar’s Nook. In this post, we’re sharing our second round of favorites from our most recent trip in January 2025!

Sharing food can drastically cut food expenses. Instead of two meals, you’re sharing one, and if you need more, order an extra side rather than an additional entrée. There’s no food waste, and you’re saving money. And since you’re not overeating, it leaves room to try more, especially when you’re at Disney World surrounded by delicious Disney snacks. We have a whole series on how to save at Disney World, including the cheapest way to do Disney and more, so be sure to check those posts out!

Quick Service at Disney

• What IS A Disney Quick Service Restaurant? A quick-service restaurant at Disney World is where you order your food at a counter or window, pick it up yourself, and find a seat. It is not a full-service situation. It’s fast and casual. A lovely table service restaurant is a treat, but it comes with a price. Disney table service restaurants are exorbitantly expensive, and it can be very frustrating to pay hundreds of dollars for something that just isn’t that good (looking at you, Ohana).

Quick-service restaurants offer faster and more affordable options, serving fantastic food. Let’s dive in!

Related: Best Breakfast at Walt Disney World

Hand-Dipped Corn Dog $11.49

Sleepy Hollow

• Location: Magic Kingdom > Liberty Square
• Dining Plan? Yes – Quick Service
• Mobile Ordering? Yes
• Sleepy Hollow Menu

Sleepy Hollow is a hidden gem – and so is this corndog! It’s perfectly fried without being greasy, the batter has a touch of sweetness, and the hot dog itself is plump, juicy, and crisp. It’s also huge. The picture doesn’t do the size justice. For just $11.49, this is an incredible deal, especially since you get a side of chips with it, and I am always here for chips – ha! Highly recommend!

Ronto Morning Wrap $12.79

Ronto Roasters

• Location: Hollywood Studios > Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
• Dining Plan? Yes – Quick Service
• Mobile Ordering? Yes
• Ronto Roasters Menu

Don’t let the simplicity of the Ronto Morning Wrap fool you. It’s delicious! The pita itself is soft and tender. I expected the egg patty to be hard and rubbery, but I was pleasantly surprised by how good it was. As you can see, the cheese is plentiful, and you get a huge piece of grilled pork sausage. Personally, I think the peppercorn sauce makes the dish, so we always ask for more!

There is also a Ronto Wrap available for lunch and dinner, which is equally as delicious. We will get a picture of that on our next trip in January 2025. It comes with roasted pork and grilled pork sausage, tangy slaw, the same peppercorn sauce, and pita bread. It’s so good!

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Croissant Salé $9.50

Les Halles Boulangerie-Patisserie

• Location: Epcot > France Pavilion
• Dining Plan? Yes – Quick Service
• Mobile Ordering? No
• Les Halles Boulangerie-Patisserie Menu

Les Halles is one of the best Disney quick-service restaurants for a few reasons. The food is unique, one of the few places to get breakfast early in the World Showcase at Epcot, and where else can you get an entire authentic French baguette with butter and jam for less than four dollars on Disney property?

It’s also one of the few places to get breakfast early in the World Showcase at Epcot. The Croissant Salé, pictured above, is light, buttery, and flaky. The bacon adds texture, the cheese is melted and gooey, and the eggs add creaminess, making this a glorious combination of textures. We asked to have it toasted, which I highly recommend. This sandwich is simple and delicious every single time.  

Crispy Chicken Tenders $7.99

Chicken Guy!

• Location: Disney Springs > Town Center
• Dining Plan? Yes – Quick Service
• Mobile Ordering? No
• Chicken Guy! Menu

Chicken tenders aren’t typically my first choice, but I know there are a lot of chicken tender lovers out there, and Chicken Guy! at Disney Springs makes some solid dishes. The tenders are crispy, and the breading is flavorful without being greasy. The real draw here is the dipping sauces. There are many choices, and sampling the different sauces is fun for everyone. We paid $7.99 for four chicken tenders, which is a pretty good deal considering the size of the tenders. Since we were sharing, we opted for a side of fries for $3.49. Having said that, I would’ve been satisfied with four tenders. Our meal came with two sauces; each additional sauce was $0.50. The honey mustard was standard but flavorful, and I loved the donkey sauce, which combines mayonnaise, roasted garlic, white mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and lemon.

Related: Best Quick Service at Epcot – Savory Edition

Breakfast Totchos $10.99

Kusafiri Coffee Shop & Bakery

• Location: Animal Kingdom > Africa
• Dining Plan? No
• Mobile Ordering? No
• Kusafiri Coffee Shop & Bakery Menu

You might mistake Kusafiri for a small bakery or coffee shop, but this little Disney quick-service stand serves up some of the best little bites at Animal Kingdom. The breakfast totchos are an explosion of flavors and textures! Crispy tater tots are topped with creamy eggs, savory cheese sauce, salty bacon, and chewy cheese curds – and it’s delicious! We aren’t huge breakfast eaters, so this is enough for us for $10.99.

If you prefer something sweet, consider the pistachio honey croissant, which was featured in my list of the best $5 cheap Disney snacks. I’m in love with this pastry!

Bavarian Pretzel $10.00

BaseLine Tap House

• Location: Hollywood Studios > Grand Avenue
• Dining Plan? No
• Mobile Ordering? No
• BaseLine Tap House Menu

The pretzel at Baseline Taphouse is one of the best on Disney property. It’s huge and filling and will only cost you $10 plus tax. The beer cheese fondue is absolutely delicious, and you’ll also get a side of spicy mustard. Pro tip. Dip the pretzel in both sauces and thank me later!

Baseline Taphouse is not only a quick-service restaurant but also a small brewery serving a variety of delicious drinks. It’s our favorite place to take a break and people-watch at Hollywood Studios. The vibe is comfortable, we love the seating outside, and the selection of beer and snacks is great. If you’re hungry enough, there’s a California Cheese and Charcuterie Plate for $13.00 that we thoroughly enjoy!

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Breakfast Flatbread $10.79

Contempo Café

• Location: Contemporary Resort
• Dining Plan? Yes – Quick Service
• Mobile Ordering? Yes
• Contempo Café Menu

After trying the morning flatbread at Captain Cook’s (aka one of the best quick service meals on Disney property!), I was on a quest to try every breakfast flatbread/pizza on Disney property. When I read that the Breakfast Flatbread at Contempo came with sausage gravy, I couldn’t wait to try it, and it did not disappoint. The crust was chewy with crispy edges and held up well to the toppings. Although it wasn’t loaded with toppings like the one at Polynesian, it was the perfect balance of flavors and textures. The gravy was flavorful and added enough moisture to the pizza without making it messy. As for portion and value, you can’t go wrong. For just $10.79 plus tax, it’s easily shareable between two people. Highly recommend!

Stuffed Pancake Sandwich $8.99

Drinkwallah

• Location: Animal Kingdom > Asia
• Dining Plan? Yes – Quick Service
• Mobile Ordering? No
• Drinkwallah Menu

This may look small, but don’t be deceived. It’s dense, hearty, and filling. The Marshall’s Favorite Stuffed Pancake Sandwich is a pancake-like dough stuffed with egg, cheese, sausage, and guava jelly. We had mixed feelings about this, but it was enjoyable enough to make the list. The filling had good flavor, but I would have liked more guava jelly. For $8.99, this is a filling breakfast, and you can find it at Pongo Pongo, Trek Snacks, and Drinkwallah, where we purchased ours.

Drinkwallah is an unassuming little stand in Asia and one of our favorite quick-service spots at Disney, but not necessarily for the food. If you walk behind the building, you’ll find a small, covered seating area right along the water. We love hanging out here and taking a break!

Grilled Cheese & Tomato Soup $9.99

Boardwalk Deli

• Location: Disney’s BoardWalk
• Dining Plan? Yes – Quick Service
• Mobile Ordering? Yes
• Boardwalk Deli Menu

Many people are unaware that the Boardwalk even has a quick-service location. The deli is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and offers some hidden gems, including the Reuben, brownie, and grilled cheese sandwich. Grilled cheese and tomato soup hit the spot on a cool January day. We found a table on the Boardwalk and thoroughly enjoyed this meal for just $9.99. While the grilled cheese was nothing fancy, it didn’t need to be. The bread was buttery and toasty, and the cheese was gooey and plentiful. We happily dipped it into the tomato soup, which was tangy, tomatoey, and delicious. This is simple comfort food.

Related: Disney World Food Prices & Ways To Save

Cuban Sandwich $12.79

Backlot Express

• Location: Hollywood Studios > Echo Lake
• Dining Plan? Yes – Quick Service
• Mobile Ordering? Yes
• Backlot Express Menu

I consider myself A Cuban sandwich aficionado, and I absolutely loved this! It was a total flavor bomb, and my husband and I both commented on how much pork was on the sandwich. As you can see, there was also no shortage of cheese, which was perfectly melted and flavorful. This sandwich is packed with protein and very filling! The side of plantain chips was a pleasant surprise, and something different from the standard Disney chips served almost everywhere. They had a subtle sweetness that perfectly balanced the savory flavors of the sandwich. There’s no way I could’ve eaten the sandwich myself, so this is definitely one you can split between two people!

That’s a wrap on round two of our favorite affordable quick service at Disney! I do my best to update all these posts with menu changes, but it’s hard to keep up with the ever-changing menus at Disney World. Please let me know if you find something I need to correct. I genuinely appreciate the help!

The food at Disney World has come a long way. I grew up in Florida and have been visiting Disney since I was a little girl, and that’s a lot of years, lol! My daughter also worked at Disney World, and we’ve visited yearly for as long as I can remember. Needless to say, we’ve seen a lot of changes over the years, especially when it comes to food. While there are some amazing table-service restaurants at Disney, I’m all about saving money, and you do not have to wreck your budget to eat amazing food while on property. In fact, some of the best quick service at Disney World is surprisingly affordable.

Having said that, with hundreds of restaurants on Disney property, it can be overwhelming, especially for first-time visitors. While there are many ways to save money at Disney World, like sharing meals and bringing in your own food, we are foodies, and taste comes first. It doesn’t matter how cheap it is if it isn’t delicious, right? This is the first in several food reviews from our trip, and I’m starting with some of our favorites.

Best Quick Service At Disney World For $10 Or Less

On this trip, we focused on trying new dishes, not our old favorites. We had some truly fantastic food for $10 or less. A few of the dishes are on the smaller side, and some people may say they aren’t big enough to be meals. I don’t have a huge appetite, and I don’t want to be uncomfortably full. Some dishes, like Marshall’s Stuffed Pancake Sandwich, are very hearty and filling, even though they may not look that way. We also love trying as many dishes as possible and want to leave room to try more.

We graze throughout the park and rarely eat at table-service restaurants. You’ll notice that most of the meals and snacks below are from quick-service restaurants and kiosks. That’s how we like to eat, so keep that in mind as you work your way through this list. Without further ado, I’m so excited to share these with you, and I’m already counting down the days until I can eat them again!

I have videos for most of the dishes below on my Instagram page. If you go to my profile, you will see highlight bubbles with each of our trips!

Holiday Turkey Sandwich at Earl Of Sandwich

Earl Of Sandwich

• Location: Disney Springs > Marketplace
• Dining Plan? Yes – Quick Service
• Mobile Ordering? No
• Open: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
• Earl Of Sandwich Disney Springs Menu

On the first day we arrive at Disney World, it’s a tradition to go to Earl of Sandwich at Disney Springs! We’ve tried nearly everything on the menu, but the holiday turkey sandwich is my favorite. It comes with turkey, cornbread stuffing, gravy, cranberry sauce, and mayonnaise on their famous toasted sandwich bread. This tastes like the sandwich you would make the day after Thanksgiving, but even better! It’s the perfect combination of savory and salty, with just a hint of sweetness from the cranberry. The bread is toasted but not crunchy, which I appreciate.

Coming in at just $8.99, this is a fantastic value. The sandwich is big enough that I can’t finish it myself, and it is easily shareable between two people if you upgrade to a combo for $4.99 more. If you order the combo, you will get your choice of chips, a cookie or brownie, a side salad, a cup of soup, or wedges on the side, along with a regular-size fountain drink. I always go for the tomato soup. It’s so good! 

Chipotle Barbecue Loaded Fries $7.79

Casey’s Corner

• Location: Magic Kingdom > Main Street, U.S.A.
• Dining Plan? Yes – Quick Service
• Mobile Ordering? Yes
• Open: Lunch and Dinner
• Casey’s Corner Menu

There’s nothing not to love about this dish. Crispy, salty fries, tender pork, cool and crunchy coleslaw, topped with sweet and spicy barbecue sauce. This is the most delicious combination of flavors and textures! As someone who doesn’t usually go for barbecue, I appreciated how these ingredients balanced each other, and there wasn’t too much of any one thing. I was concerned about the chipotle, but the spice level is very mild, and the coleslaw helps to mellow it out. At $7.79, this is a fantastic value, very filling, and the protein from the generous amount of pork will help keep you full.

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Morning Flatbread $10.59

Capt. Cook’s

• Location: Polynesian Village Resort
• Dining Plan? Yes – Quick Service
• Mobile Ordering? Yes
• Open: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
• Capt. Cook’s Menu

I love this flatbread so much that I wrote an entire post about it. Instead of repeating myself, you can read why I consider this the best breakfast at Disney World. This should definitely be on your list when budgeting for food at Disney. It’s SUCH a great value! While you’re there, make some time to enjoy the grounds of the Polynesian resort. It’s stunning! My husband and I love to walk down by the water and follow the new(ish) walking path that connects to the Grand Floridian. If you like walking, the path goes from the Polynesian to the Magic Kingdom. We went in January when the weather was perfect and enjoyed this walk several times.

Buffalo Chicken Chips $9.79

Trilo-Bites

• Location: Animal Kingdom > DinoLand U.S.A
• Dining Plan? No
• Mobile Ordering? No
• Open: Lunch and Dinner
• Trilo-Bites Menu

My husband and I are not usually fans of buffalo, so we were pleasantly surprised by how much we enjoyed this dish. The chips were crunchy without being greasy and held up well to the toppings. The buffalo sauce was moderately spicy, and I appreciated that it was plentiful without being too much. The blue cheese was creamy and tangy, and I loved the celery relish. The combination of flavors and textures was just delicious. My only note is that I wish there was more relish, and I will ask for more the next time we order this. This is a generous portion for just $10.59 and easily shareable.

Kids’ Disney Check Meal – Turkey Sandwich $7.79

Woody’s Lunch Box

• Location: Animal Kingdom > DinoLand U.S.A
• Dining Plan? Yes – Quick Service
• Mobile Ordering? Yes
• Open: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
• Woody’s Lunch Box Menu

This is easily one of the best values at Disney World! For just $7.79, you get half of a sandwich, two sides, and a drink. The sandwich was delicious, but I found it a little dry. After adding additional mayonnaise and mustard, it was perfect. I appreciated the amount of turkey and the hearty, multigrain bread. The day we went, it was chilly, so I also enjoyed the warm tomato soup and crispy, salty tater tots on the side. The kids’ meals include bottled water, apple juice, or milk, and it’s more than enough for an adult as a lighter meal.

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Lobster Bisque Bread Bowl $6.95

Les Halles Boulangerie-Patisserie

• Location: Epcot > France Pavillion
• Dining Plan? Yes – Quick Service
• Mobile Ordering? No
• Open: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
• Les Halles Boulangerie-Patisserie Menu

As someone who’s not a fan of lobster, I did not expect to love this as much as I did. It was absolutely delicious and hit the spot on a cool January day. The soup is creamy and flavorful, and the lobster flavorful is not overpowering, which I appreciated. At just $6.95, this is a fantastic value! The portion is generous, and the bread bowl makes it very filling. Some of the best quick service at Disney World can be found at Les Halles. They have everything from sandwiches and quiche to croissants and pastries, so be sure to add this to your list!

Pretzel Breakfast Sandwich $9.25

The Friar’s Nook

• Location: Magic Kingdom > Fantasyland
• Dining Plan? Yes – Quick Service
• Mobile Ordering? Yes
• Open: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
• The Friar’s Nook Menu

If you love a pretzel, you’ll love this sandwich! The bread was soft and had a classic pretzel flavor. The sausage added fantastic flavor, and there was plenty of it. This is a fantastic value! The sandwich is large and filling, and it comes with tater tots. Two people can easily share this, especially at breakfast. You can order a small side of cheese sauce (shown) or sausage gravy for a dollar more. When we were there, they had just turned over the menu from breakfast to lunch, so I couldn’t get the gravy, but I definitely will next time. This is a unique and delicious twist on a classic sausage, egg, and cheese breakfast sandwich!

Baked Macaroni & Cheese with Pulled Pork $6.79

Eight Spoon Café

• Location: Animal Kingdom > Discovery Island
• Dining Plan? No
• Mobile Ordering? No
• Open: Lunch and Dinner
• Eight Spoon Café Menu

The baked mac & cheese with pulled pork at Flame Tree Barbecue gets a lot of hype, but don’t sleep on Eight Spoon Café! This dish is smaller but also half the price, and I appreciate its simplicity. (the Flame Tree version also has coleslaw and onion rings on top) The macaroni and cheese is creamy and flavorful, and I love the baked cheese crust on top. The pork is chewy and smoky, and the barbecue sauce is flavorful without being too sweet. I’m obsessed with scallions, so I also appreciate the generousness here. They add a pop of freshness and crunch to the dish. This is an explosion of flavors and textures and a great value at just $6.79. This is stick-to-your-ribs kind of food – very filling and satisfying!

Kid’s Macaroni & Cheese $6.99

Regal Eagle Smokehouse

• Location: Epcot > World Showcase > American Pavillion
• Dining Plan? Yes – Quick Service
• Mobile Ordering? Yes
• Open: Lunch and Dinner
• Regal Eagle Smokehouse Menu

Some of the best quick service at Disney World is in the form of a kids’ meal—but for adults—and the kid’s macaroni and cheese at Regal Eagle Smokehouse is hugely popular for a reason. The macaroni and cheese is some of the best on the property. It tastes homemade, and the cheese blend is flavorful and strong in the best way. The crunchy, garlicky breadcrumbs on top are plentiful and add a nice texture.

Regal Eagle Smokehouse offers the best selection of sides for kids’ meals. Instead of just a Cutie, fries, or apple slices, kids (or adults) can choose from coleslaw, french fries, onion rings, baked beans with burnt ends, watermelon, or pickles. We went with coleslaw and onion rings. This is a LOT of food for a kids’ meal and such a great value for $6.99.

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Ortolana Sicilian Slice $9.00

Pizza Ponte

• Location: Disney Springs > The Landing
• Dining Plan? Yes – Quick Service
• Mobile Ordering? No
• Open: Lunch and Dinner
• Pizza Ponte Menu

Pizza Ponte is known for its ginormous slices of pizza, but it also has a solid selection of salads, sandwiches, and desserts. The choice of pizza rotates, but today, I ordered the Ortolana, which is topped with mozzarella, tomatoes, artichokes, red onion, bell peppers, spinach, and Kalamata olives. The crust itself is tender and pillowy with crispy, charred edges. I LOVE a good veggie pizza, and this did not disappoint. I would order this again and again. It will cost you nine dollars and is easily shareable between two people. You can see in the picture that it’s hanging off the plate. This Sicilian-style pizza has a thicker, almost focaccia-like crust, making it very filling!

Cheeseburger Steamed Pod $8.59

Satu’li Canteen

• Location: Animal Kingdom > Pandora
• Dining Plan? Yes – Quick Service
• Mobile Ordering? Yes
• Open: Lunch and Dinner
• Satu’li Canteen Menu

The cheeseburger steamed pods at Satu’li Canteen have a cult following, and after trying them on our last trip, I totally understand why. They taste exactly like a McDonald’s cheeseburger but better. The filling is a beefy mixture with onions, cheese, and pickles. It’s so flavorful! The dough is soft and fluffy and holds up well to the filling. The kids’ meals’ sides here are very limited, so I chose double chips, which were a combination of sweet potato chips, blue corn tortilla chips, and the standard house-made potato chips served all over Disney. They were fresh, lightly salted, and went well with the steamed pod. I asked for a side of their creamy herb dressing to dip my chips in. It’s so good! I’d put this in my top five favorite kids’ meals at Disney World. This is a delicious and filling meal for just $8.59.

Quick Service At Disney World – Honorable Mentions

In addition to the deliciousness we’ve already discussed, here are a few more of our favorite quick-serve restaurants at Disney. These didn’t make the $10 cut, but you should know about them!

Cookes of Dublin in The Landing at Disney Springs

• Famous Fish’ n Chips $15.99: Premium North Atlantic beer-battered cod and chips served with house-made tartar sauce.

Cookes Of Dublin is such a vibe. Order from the counter and grab a table outside at Hole In The Wall Pub. The fish and chips cost $15.99, but the portion is humongous. It’s one of our favorite meals to share with an ice-cold Guinness!

Columbia Harbour House in Liberty Square at Magic Kingdom

• Sea Captain’s Fish Sandwich $13.29: Battered fish, red cabbage slaw, tartar sauce, and french fries.

Columbia Harbour House has always been one of our favorite quick restaurants on Disney property. Grab a table upstairs where it’s quieter, even on busy days. The fish sandwich is huge, and we love any sandwich with slaw!

Capt. Cook’s at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

• Pulled Pork Nachos $10.29: These are topped with cheese, spicy mayonnaise, pico de gallo, and pineapple salsa.

Captain Cook’s is so underrated. We often go for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and then take some time to enjoy the gorgeous grounds of the Polynesian resort. The pork nachos are one of the best dishes on the property. We will have a full review soon!

BoardWalk Deli at Disney’s BoardWalk

• Everything Bagel Sandwich $8.99: Cage-free egg, sausage patty, and cheddar on an everything bagel served with choice of side

One of our favorite times to visit The Boardwalk is in the morning. It’s usually pretty empty, and we enjoy grabbing breakfast at Boardwalk Deli while taking in the sights and sounds. The Everything Bagel sandwich is hearty, savory, filling, and delicious and comes with a side!

Gasparilla Island Grill at Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

• Italian Sandwich $11.79: Ham, salami, capicola, provolone, lettuce, tomato, onion, banana peppers, Italian dressing, and olive aïoli on a house-made sub roll served with choice of side.

Touring the resorts is the perfect way to spend a day outside of the parks when you’re at Disney while enjoying some of the best food on property. The Italian sandwich at Gasparilla’s has all the classic flavors you want in an Italian sandwich, including the Italian dressing and olive oil that soaks the bread. It’s GIANT and perfect for sharing!

Flame Tree Barbecue in Discovery Island at Animal Kingdom

• Smokehouse Chicken Salad $11.99: Pulled chicken on top of mixed greens salad tossed with smoked cheddar, diced granny smith apples, dried cranberries, cornbread croutons, crispy onions, and barbecue-ranch dressing

Most guests go to Flame Tree Barbecue for the barbecue, but everyone needs to know about the Smokehouse Chicken Salad! If you think salads are boring, then you’re eating boring salads, and this salad is anything but boring. It’s fresh, hearty, savory, and a total flavor bomb. It’s one of my favorite meals at Animal Kingdom!

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