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3. Magic Kingdom

Image: DisneyWhen we talk about quantity as a factor, Magic Kingdom is the king of Disney gates. They’ve got several counter service restaurants that deliver consistently satisfying meals. Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Café is a treat to visit due to its hilariously over-the-top Tomorrowland theme. Casey’s Corner provides savory corn dog nuggets that are to die for, AND you’ll find yourself humming Take Me Out to the Ballgame while you’re there.

Pinocchio’s Village Haus has adequate food and an inimitable view of It’s a Small World. And Columbia Harbour House kicks a Long John Silver’s meal in the skull-and-crossbones. That’s five great places to eat, and I haven’t even discussed the sit-down options yet!

Image: DisneyThe two most famous eateries at Magic Kingdom are both in castles. Cinderella’s Royal Table is the dream meal for any self-respecting theme park tourist. It’s a position of power, a place where only the elite get to eat. Oddly, it’s not even the trendy restaurant, though. Be Our Guest is the hottest ticket at Walt Disney World and has held that title since its inception several years ago. Throwing in the exotic cuisine of Skipper Canteen, the Jungle Cruise-themed restaurant, the depth of quality offers at this gate is impeccable.

What’s great about it, though? I’m not saying that to be snide or controversial. I’m just being honest. Have you ever eaten one of the best meals of your life at any of these places? My honest answer is no, and that’s why I couldn’t rank it above the next two options.

2. Disney Springs

Image: DisneyOkay, the inclusion of Disney Springs is a cheat. I admit it. The only purpose in adding it to the list is to create some intrigue. The park with the best food out of the four Disney gates is undeniable. It’s the one we haven’t mentioned yet. Disney Springs is here to show that even when we factor in an entertainment district specifically designed to host countless dining options, the winner is still superior.

At Disney Springs, you can grab a slice at Blaze Pizza, one of the fastest growing restaurant chains in America. Alternately, you can head to D-Luxe Burger to order a, well, deluxe burger. You can even enjoy one of the greatest sandwiches in the world at Earl of Sandwich. And that’s just three of the wonderful counter service meals available. Plus, the facility has a series of food trucks that are otherworldly.

Image: DisneyWe haven’t even gotten to the strength of Disney Springs, the Table Service restaurants. You can eat dinner here every night for a week and think of each meal as one of the best you’ve ever had. The BOATHOUSE and T-REX are personal favorites, while Morimoto Asia and Raglan Road are also terrific. You’ll also have your choice of comfort food from Art Smith’s Homecoming or impeccable Signature Dining at Paddlefish. There’s even a trendy new nightclub, The Edison. The reality is that you’ll never go hungry at Disney Springs, and you’ll adore most of your meals there. Somehow, it’s still not the best place to eat at Walt Disney World. That honor (obviously and irrefutably) belongs to…

 
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