Magic Kingdom may be better known for its attractions than its cuisine, but two restaurants offer dining experiences worth planning ahead for. Cinderella’s Royal Table invites guests inside the iconic castle for a meal with Disney princesses, while Be Our Guest Restaurant brings the enchanted world of Beauty and the Beast to life. Neither is primarily about fine dining, but both bring beloved Disney stories to life in spectacular settings that make the experience every bit as memorable as the attractions outside.
French-inspired cuisine. Table-service lunch and dinner.
Step across the stone bridge and enter the Beast’s enchanted castle, where the world of Beauty and the Beast comes to life. From the suits of armor lining the hallways to the grand chandeliers, ornate ceilings, and richly decorated interiors, the attention to detail makes this one of Magic Kingdom’s most impressive dining settings.
Guests dine in one of three distinctly themed rooms. The magnificent Grand Ballroom, with soaring ceilings and sparkling chandeliers, overlooks a moonlit landscape where snow falls gently beyond the windows. The darker West Wing feels more mysterious, with flashes of lightning, a portrait that shifts from prince to Beast, and an enchanted rose slowly shedding its petals. The Castle Gallery offers a quieter atmosphere, with artwork celebrating Belle and the Beast and a larger-than-life sculpture of the couple dancing.
The prix fixe menu features French-inspired dishes, including traditional favorites such as French onion soup, seafood, and filet mignon. While the food is generally good by Magic Kingdom standards, the real attraction is the castle itself. Dining here is as much about exploring the beautifully imagined rooms as it is about enjoying the meal.
Cara’s Tip: The Grand Ballroom may be the most impressive, but the West Wing is my favorite for its wonderfully spooky atmosphere. If you have a preference, ask at check-in. Seating requests aren't guaranteed, but it's certainly worth asking.
Few dining experiences at Walt Disney World can match the setting of Cinderella’s Royal Table. Guests enter Cinderella Castle and make their way up a winding staircase to a grand dining room with soaring ceilings, medieval banners, suits of armor, and beautiful stained-glass windows overlooking Fantasyland. It's a chance to step inside the fairy tale, with Disney princesses visiting tables throughout the meal.
The prix fixe menu offers a selection of American-inspired dishes, although the food is not the main attraction. The real appeal is the opportunity to dine inside Cinderella Castle, meet several Disney princesses, and enjoy a setting unlike any other restaurant at Walt Disney World.
Cara’s Tip: Leave your expectations of fine dining at the castle gates. You're paying for the fairy tale, not the food, and for a little princess who dreams of meeting Cinderella in her castle, that may be worth every penny.