Walt Disney World Summer Foodie Guide

Summer is a time for relaxing and having fun with family and friends, and that includes enjoying plenty of warm-weather dishes. Fortunately, thanks to the Walt Disney World culinary team, you’ll find no shortage of summertime food and drink offerings. Read on as we dive into everything coming to menus this summer.

Meet the New Summer Dishes Coming to Walt Disney World for 2023

From Memorial Day cookouts and the Fourth of July to baseball games and beachfront picnics, summer is the time for barbecue, burgers, hot dogs and ice cream. This summer, you’ll find all that and more at Walt Disney World, whether you’re exploring the theme parks or staying at one of the hotels.

No matter if you’re checking out one of the resort’s signature restaurants or you’re looking for a cheap meal from one of the quick-service restaurants, chances are there will be something on the menu to help you celebrate summer appropriately. There are even a couple of cocktails that are perfect for cooling off in the hot Central Florida sun. Let’s take a look at all of the summery eats and treats coming to Disney World this year.

The Fried Cauliflower appetizer and the Canadian Tourtière
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Epcot

Le Cellier Steakhouse

Currently available

  • Green Onion & Garlic Canadian Cove Mussels – P.E.I. Mussels with Ramp Pistou Cream and Broiled Ciabatta
  • Mushroom Bisque – Morel Mushrooms, Potatoes and Crème Fraîche
  • Jumbo Chilled Shrimp – With Cocktail Sauce and Espelette Pepper Cream
  • Fried Cauliflower – Tahini Espuma, Pine Nut Brittle and Radishes (plant-based)
  • Canadian Tourtière – Chickpea and Mushroom Pie with Braised Endive, Snap Peas, Stone Fruit Ketchup and Demi-glace (plant-based)
  • Prime Beef Tartare – “Kibbeh Nayeh” with Bulgur Wheat, Radish, Mint, Garlic Aïoli and Toasted Focaccia Bread
  • Grilled U-10 Wild Caught Scallops – With Paddlefish Caviar, Zucchini Fritter, Sweety Drop Pepper, Patty Pan Squash and Creamy Piquillo Sauce
Collage of food at The Hollywood Brown Derby
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Disney’s Hollywood Studios

The Hollywood Brown Derby

Currently available

  • Crab Louie – Crispy Olive Bread, Citrus Blend, Fried Capers and Louie Sauce
  • Corn Bisque – Grilled Local Corn, Guajillo Oil, and Corn Fritter (plant-based)
  • Shrimp Cocktail – Topped with Shaved Fennel, Cucumbers and Traditional Cocktail Sauce
  • Heirloom Tomato and Burrata Salad – With Shaved Onion, Thai Basil, Gremolata and a Citrus Vinaigrette
  • Charcuterie Board – Chef’s Selection of Cured Meats, Cheeses and Accompaniments
  • Escargot – With Roasted Garlic Béchamel, Crispy Prosciutto and Puff Pastry
Collage of food at The Hollywood Brown Derby
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  • Roasted Bone Marrow – With Braised Beef, Pickled Mustard Seeds and Fig bread Crostini
  • Filet Mignon – With Glazed Carrots, Potato Pavé, Horseradish Cream and Peppercorn Sauce
  • Lamb Shank – With Summer Vegetables, Harissa Vinaigrette, and Nasturtium Chermoula
  • Free-Range Chicken and Dumplings – With Lemon-Ricotta Gnudi, Shishito Cream and Gooseberry Jus
  • Grilled Pork – With Lavender-Sage Polenta, Local Corn Salsa and Huckleberry Barbecue Sauce
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  • Sustainable Fish – With White Bean Ragout, Derby Summer Vegetables and a Roasted Tomato Emulsion
  • Seafood Cioppino – Shrimp, Sea Scallops, Seasonal Fish and Mussels in an Aromatic Tomato Broth with a Toasted Baguette
  • Shepherd’s Pie – Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Mushrooms, Peas, Lentils, Chickpeas and Carrot Romesco (plant-based)
  • Our Famous Cobb Salad – Spit-roasted Turkey, Bacon, Egg, Tomatoes, Blue Cheese, Avocado and Classic Dressing
  • Grapefruit Cake – A Brown Derby Original with Vanilla Sponge Cake, Grapefruit Syrup and Cream Cheese Icing
Dino Dig Ice Cream Sandwich
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Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park

Dino-Bite Snacks

Currently available

  • Dig Ice Cream Sandwich – House-made Sugar Cookies with Vanilla Ice Cream, Chocolate Sprinkles, Cookie Crumbs, Sugar Bones and a White Chocolate Dinosaur

Flame Tree Barbecue

Currently available

  • Ribs, Chicken and Pulled Pork Sampler  – With Baked Beans and Coleslaw
Pineapple Crisp Sundae
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Restaurantosaurus

Available starting June 1

  • Fried Chicken Sandwich – Crispy Fried Chicken Breast with Pickles, Lettuce, Tomato and Roasted Garlic Aïoli on a Brioche Bun with French Fries

Tamu Tamu Refreshments

Currently available

  • Pineapple Crisp Sundae – Pineapple Crisp Cake with Vanilla Ice Cream, Pineapple Caramel and Streusel Topping
Korean-style IMPOSSIBLE Burger and Seas the Plant-based Summer
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Disney World Hotels

Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort

World Premiere Food Court
  • Korean-style Impossible Burger – Impossible Patty with Korean-style Barbecue Sauce and Pickled Vegetable Slaw (Available starting June 1; plant-based)
  • Sweet Summertime Favorites – Chocolate Sugar Cookies designed to look like a hot dog and French fries with Raspberry Dipping Sauce (Available starting June 1)
  • Seas the Plant-based Summer – Chocolate Cake with Vanilla Buttercream and Sprinkles (Available starting June 1; plant-based)

Disney’s All-Star Music Resort

Intermission Food Court
  • Korean-style Impossible Burger – Impossible Patty with Korean-style Barbecue Sauce and Pickled Vegetable Slaw (Available starting June 1; plant-based)
  • Sweet Summertime Favorites – Chocolate Sugar Cookies designed to look like a hot dog and French fries with Raspberry Dipping Sauce (Available starting June 1)
  • Seas the Plant-based Summer – Chocolate Cake with Vanilla Buttercream and Sprinkles (Available starting June 1; plant-based)
Cuban Burger and Bases Loaded Burger
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Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort

End Zone Food Court
  • Korean-style Impossible Burger – Impossible Patty with Korean-style Barbecue Sauce and Pickled Vegetable Slaw (Available starting June 1; plant-based)
  • Bases Loaded Burger – With Bacon Jam, an Onion Ring, Beer-Cheese Sauce on a Toasted Brioche Bun (Available starting June 21)
  • Sweet Summertime Favorites – Chocolate Sugar Cookies designed to look like a hot dog and French fries with Raspberry Dipping Sauce (Available starting June 1)
  • Seas the Plant-based Summer – Chocolate Cake with Vanilla Buttercream and Sprinkles (Available starting June 1; plant-based)

Disney’s Art of Animation Resort

Landscape of Flavors

Available starting June 1

  • Korean-style Impossible Burger – Impossible Patty with Korean-style Barbecue Sauce and Pickled Vegetable Slaw (plant-based)
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Disney’s BoardWalk

BoardWalk Deli

Available only on the weekends starting May 29

  • Strawberry Shortcake Croissant Roll – Croissant Dough with Strawberry Filling and Icing

Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort

Centertown Market
  • Korean-style Impossible Burger – Impossible Patty with Korean-style Barbecue Sauce and Pickled Vegetable Slaw (Available starting June 1; plant-based)
  • Seas the Plant-based Summer – Chocolate Cake with Vanilla Buttercream and Sprinkles (Available starting June 1; plant-based)
  • Mickey Sundae – Vanilla-Chocolate Swirl Soft-Serve with Mini Brownies, Chocolate Mickey Ears and Sprinkles (Available starting May 24)
  • Minnie Sundae – Vanilla-Chocolate Swirl Soft-Serve topped with Chocolate Minnie Ears, a Chocolate Bow, Strawberry Sauce and Sprinkles (Available starting May 24)
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Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort

Toledo – Tapas, Steak & Seafood

Available starting June 1

  • Smoked Passion Fruit – Agustín Blázquez Felipe II Solera Reserva Brandy, Demerara Syrup, Passion Fruit, Smoked Cinnamon, and a House-made Frozen Orange Juice Cube

Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

Gasparilla Island Grill

Available starting June 1

  • Summer Berry Shortcake – Vanilla Sponge Cake with Blueberry Compote, Strawberry and Chantilly Cream

Disney’s Pop Century Resort

Everything POP Shopping & Dining
  • Korean-style Impossible Burger – Impossible Patty with Korean-style Barbecue Sauce and Pickled Vegetable Slaw (Available starting June 1; plant-based)
  • Cuban Burger – With Ham, Pickled Pepper Relish, Provolone, and Dijonnaise on a Toasted Brioche Bun (Available starting June 21)
  • Seas the Plant-based Summer – Chocolate Cake with Vanilla Buttercream and Sprinkles (Available starting June 1; plant-based) Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort
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Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter

Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory

Available starting June 1

  • Korean-style Impossible Burger – Impossible Patty with Korean-style Barbecue Sauce and Pickled Vegetable Slaw (plant-based)
  • Seas the Plant-based Summer – Chocolate Cake with Vanilla Buttercream and Sprinkles (plant-based)

Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside

Riverside Mill Food Court

Available starting June 1

  • Korean-style Impossible Burger – Impossible Patty with Korean-style Barbecue Sauce and Pickled Vegetable Slaw (plant-based)
  • Seas the Plant-based Summer – Chocolate Cake with Vanilla Buttercream and Sprinkles (plant-based)

Disney’s Wilderness Lodge

Geyser Point Bar & Grill

Available starting June 1

  • Margarita Flight – With Black Cherry, Spicy Pineapple, Raspberry and Cucumber Melon

Well, folks, that brings our foodie guide to Disney World’s summertime treats to an end. What are you most looking forward to trying? Let us know in the comments! Then, learn how to stretch your travel budget with our discount Disney World tickets.