Step back in time to a beautiful Victorian restaurant with ornate interior detailing, offering a grand setting for classic cafeteria dining. Enjoy delicious pastas, fried chicken, pot roast, salads, specialty desserts and a special Character Breakfast.
Why A Dining Package Is A No Brain Way To See The Parks Shows
Dateline: April 7, 2023
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Disneyland visitors are often overwhelmed with entertainment choices, and the planning involved to secure a spot for these spectacular shows. To make matters worse, the number of Disneyland Resort guests has grown exponentially in recent years and crowds seem willing to wait hours for prime viewing. Between the two all-new nighttime spectaculars, the classic
6 Women Who Were Instrumental In Building Disneyland
Dateline: March 9, 2023
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When Disneyland opened in 1955 it was unlike anything the world had ever seen before. It was not simply an amusement park, but a theme park, an intricately designed experience, and one that continued to evolve over the years to come. As we celebrate Women 's History Month, it 's a good time to take a look at some of the women who made Disneyland the place that it
20 Best Restaurants At The Disneyland Resort Ranked
Dateline: February 25, 2023
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If the Disneyland Resort is known for anything, it has to be the rides and characters. Can you imagine visiting the popular theme park without waving hello to Mickey and Minnie or touring California Adventure without taking a ride on the Incredicoaster? There's so much to do and see at the Happiest Place on Earth; it's practically impossible to do it all in one
10 Best Restaurants And 4 You Should Avoid
Dateline: January 31, 2023
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You 're planning a trip to Disneyland. You 've studied the Disneyland map, maybe even downloaded Genie+, and have your trip planned with military-like precision. But there 's one, vital component of the trip that you forgot to account for - the food.
If your family is anything like mine, how much your family enjoys a trip is directly related to how full
Only Holdup In Disneyland History Was A Mess From Start To Finish
Dateline: November 25, 2022
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According to Richard Lowry, the first and only holdup in Disneyland history went like this:
On Aug. 21, 1960, the 25-year-old restaurant cashier was tasked with taking the day 's cash haul to the Disneyland bank (more on this in a minute). Holding linen bags filled with $10,000 - almost $95,000 today, adjusted for inflation - he headed out into the
Main Street Electrical Parade Dining Package And Merchandise
Dateline: April 9, 2022
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Source: thedisneyblog.com
The “Main Street Electrical Parade” is returning to Disneyland on April 22, and to celebrate, the park is offering a dining package for guests, along with some new merchandise.
The dining package includes lunch at the quick-service Plaza Inn with your choice of entree, beverage, and dessert, plus entrance to a reserved viewing area for the “Main Street
Walt Disney Is Your Tour Guide In This New Book
Dateline: November 16, 2021
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Author Marcy Carriker Smothers had a continuing internal dialogue with the late Walt Disney as she wrote her new book about taking a walking tour of Disneyland from the park founder 's distinct and well-informed point of view.
“I can 't write about Walt or read about Walt without his voice in my head,” Carriker Smothers said during an online video interview.
15 Best Restaurants
Dateline: September 11, 2021
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Uninitiated park goers might think that Disneyland is all about the iconic attractions and Mickey Mouse, but true fans know that the food is half of the fun of spending a day at the "Happiest Place on Earth." Whether you're a fan of classic snacks like churros and pretzels or you prefer the new treats popping up at Avengers Campus and Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, no
Which Restaurants Are Now Open And Still Closed
Dateline: August 4, 2021
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Source: Dailynews.com
Just about every Disneyland and Disney California Adventure restaurant and food stand has returned during the phased reopening of the Anaheim theme parks following the extended coronavirus closure - but there are still a few eateries that remain closed.
Carnation Cafe on Main Street U.S.A. and Goofy 's Kitchen at the Disneyland Hotel are the latest Disneyland
11 Disneyland Restaurants And Food Stands Set Reopening Dates Including A Fan Favorite Treat
Dateline: June 9, 2021
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Smugglers, bounty hunters and intergalactic travelers bound for Batuu will soon be able to sip Fuzzy Tauntauns, Jedi Mind Tricks and Dagobah Slug Slingers at Oga 's Cantina in Disneyland after a 15-month coronavirus closure of the Galaxy 's Edge hive of scum and villainy.
UPDATED: Disneyland announces reopening dates for more restaurants and food stands -
I Went To Disneyland Opening Weekend Here Is What It Was Like
Dateline: May 2, 2021
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Source: SFGate
Standing at the Disneyland gates at 8:30 on Friday morning, we heard a sound in the distance. A sound no one had heard in more than 400 days: a long, friendly whistle, followed by the chugging of a steam train engine.
A rousing cheer erupted from the thousands of people waiting in line. The Disneyland railroad emerged from the trees and pulled into the Main
Diver Finds Lost Wedding Rings Tossed Turkey Legs And Mysterious Sunken Head Under The Sea
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Dateline: December 19, 2019
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Source: Orange County Register
Disneyland diver Thomas Self has discovered a lot of strange things in the waters of the Anaheim theme park, but he 'll never forget what he found one night in the Jungle Cruise river.
Self and his fellow divers were called out to investigate a mysterious banging sound after Jungle Cruise skippers repeatedly heard something thumping on the bottom of their
These Are The Best Places To Eat Right Now
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Dateline: October 4, 2019
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Source: thrillist.com
A while back we ranked every single place to eat inside Disneyland and Disney California Adventure. But times have drastically changed in the Southern California House of Mouse thanks to the addition of Star Wars Galaxy 's Edge, and it will continue to morph with the just-announced Avengers Campus. And that means that the food items, too, have changed.
10 Great Places To Eat At Disneyland Ranked
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Dateline: August 24, 2019
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Source: thetravel.com
Disneyland is pretty fantastic, isn't it? Save for the $4,586 price of admission, the parks have just about anything you could ever want. Fun characters to meet, amazing rides to enjoy, great attractions and shows, but there's one thing that we can't forget. The food. The dining experience at Disneyland and California Adventure is a thing of dreams. Today,
A Perfect 48 Hours Of Eating At Disneyland Resort
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Dateline: April 11, 2019
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Theme park food normally brings to mind wilted hot dogs and sad soft serve cones, but Disney cares far too much about its culinary program to stoop so low at its original park. The perfect 48 hours in the Happiest Place on Earth are filled with much less junk food than you'd anticipate, with generous options for strong cocktails, sit-down dinners that don't disappoint,
Mickeys Soundsational Parade Dining Package
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Dateline: March 7, 2019
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Mickey's Soundsational Parade drums up lots of fun at Disneyland park, and now you can enjoy the show from a great viewing spot after a tasty lunch at Plaza Inn Restaurant thanks to a new dining package.
Guests can reserve a time to pick up their meals between 1:30 PM and 4:00 PM and then sit at any available table in Plaza Inn Restaurant. Along with the meal, you'll
10 Tips For Visiting With Toddlers And Preschoolers
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Dateline: January 11, 2019
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Toddlers and preschoolers can be challenging travel companions, but travel destinations like Disneyland are made for them. I've never been a parent to wait until a certain age to travel with my kids anywhere, and there was no way I was going to miss out on the magic of Disney when my kids believed in it the most (and kids are free until they turn 3 at Disney).
17 Ways To Save Money On A Trip To Disneyland
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Dateline: October 15, 2018
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Source: Orange County Register
It probably hasn't escaped your attention that going to Disneyland costs a small fortune these days, and we're not just talking about the ticket prices. Food, parking and souvenirs will also eat up your children's inheritance. Here are some tips to help manage the cost:
1. Go on a weekday. Disneyland has moved to a three-tier pricing system, with weekends as the most
Gay Days Are Coming Back In October
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Dateline: August 3, 2018
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Source: Orange County Register
Disneyland's annual unofficial Gay Days celebration is scheduled this year to run Friday, Oct. 5, to Sunday, Oct. 7, in and around the Anaheim resort.
This is the 21st year of the event, during which organizer Eddie Shapiro said people attend the theme parks from around the world, wearing red T-shirts to show their solidarity.
Disneyland does not encourage or
10 Most Essential Foods At Disneyland True Fans Know These Classics Well
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Dateline: August 14, 2017
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Source: Los Angeles Magazine
The rides and attractions aren't the only experiences at Disneyland. Any regular Disney-goer can conjure up a few must-eat items -and, yes, there are mouse-shaped snacks aplenty - but other great dishes are flying just under the radar or off the main tourist drag. These are the Disneyland foods that will make your next trip to the Happiest Place on Earth completely
9 Tips For Taking Toddlers To Disneyland
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Dateline: May 22, 2017
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Source: Orange County Register
Going to Disneyland with small children can take a lot of energy. Parents quickly realize the importance of diaper navigation skills, managing potty-training scenarios, having adequate snack supplies and figuring out how to fit nap times in between all of the Disney magic moments.
If you find yourself in this position, have no fear, because here are a few tips and
Eating My Way Through Disneyland Food Reporters Reveal Disney Diet Lessons
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Dateline: January 7, 2016
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In less than two months, restaurant critic Brad A. Johnson and I embarked on a gastronomical journey through Disneyland Resort that, at times, was both gut-wrenching and palate-pleasing.
It was a plum assignment. We bought annual passes - before the prices went up! - and spent most workdays doing what we love to do: eat and evaluate.
To review 70 restaurants in
15 Stunning Disneyland Foods And Drinks Worth Waiting In Line For
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Dateline: May 7, 2015
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Disneyland: home of fantastical fireworks, rip-roaring rides, more souvenirs than you can shake a four-fingered glove at - and, it so happens, some of the best theme park food this side of Arendelle.
Bars and restaurants at the Disneyland Resort have figured out what guests crave, from sweet, buttery pineapple soft serves to boozy green screwdrivers made with five
Spend 24 Hours At Disneyland
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Dateline: May 20, 2014
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YOUR RITUALS X 2: Question: What do you do at Disneyland when your spirits are lagging and your mouth is yawning and you need a little oomph after the half day you've put in riding and walking and ice-cream-ing and people-watching and mouse-hugging? Every fan has their revive-me-now ritual. Some go for a bowl of tomato basil soup at the Jolly Holiday, some go for a
Eating In Disneyland Food Allergies To Favorite Spots
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Dateline: March 28, 2014
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So we established in the past two articles that I love Disneyland. Hearing my daughter giggle uncontrollably in the presence of princesses has brought so much joy and rest to our vacations, I just couldn't imagine a better place to take her.
Another thing that makes my life rich is food. I believe food is meant to be enjoyed with every possible sense.
The smell,
World War II Veteran's Wife Was Disney's Secretary During 1950s
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Dateline: January 9, 2014
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When my colleague Denise Goolsby was interviewing a World War II veteran not long ago, she couldn't wait to tell me that his wife, Dorothy Wrigley, had been Walt Disney's secretary for five years during the 1950s. She was there for the development, building and opening of Disneyland - and so much more.
Being able to sit down with her and talk about Walt and the
Make The Most Of Disneyland Anaheim California
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Dateline: July 28, 2013
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It's known as the Happiest Place on Earth. And judging by the wide-eyed look on my daughters' faces as we walked through the front gates of Anaheim's Disneyland Park, the statement is spot on.
Wandering up Main Street USA, the central thoroughfare at the world-famous theme park, one of the first things we see is Sleeping Beauty's castle. It looms before us like a
Disneyland Menu Icon IDs Healthier Childrens Items
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Dateline: January 3, 2013
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Parents now can easily see when they are ordering healthier fast food for their children at Disney parks.
Disneyland and Disney California Adventure have added a symbol next to children's menu items that meet certain nutritional guidelines at quick-service restaurants. Table-service restaurants at the Anaheim parks will start using the symbol, called Mickey Check,
Grown-Up Gals Have Fun Like Kids But Without Kids At Disneyland
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Dateline: May 21, 2012
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Disneyland is not just for sugar-soaked kids. Consider, all you grown-up women out there, going for a gals' day out.
That's exactly what my childhood friend Joanna and I, both of us in our 30s, recently did instead of heading to the beach or shopping. Did we channel our inner princesses? Nope. Did we regress to a state of childlike delight and strategically map out
California_vs. Paris: Main Street USA
Dateline: October 1, 2011
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This month, I shall be comparing the Main Street, U.S.A.'s which can be found in the Disneylands closest to my heart (California and Paris).
Both are based loosely on Walt's home town of Marceline Missouri. Anaheim's is set in 1910, as part of the original idea that various Lands were set in years when Halley's Comet could be visible from Earth. According to themed
I Was A Disneyland Grad Night Chaperone
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Dateline: June 29, 2010
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Disneyland. Like many another native of Los Angeles, I have a vexed relationship with The Happiest Place on Earth.¹ A childhood spent in pure enchantment during every trip to Disneyland gave way to an adulthood plagued with guilty doubts about that special Disney brand of child consumerism and corporate greed. My love of fine graphic design dates, I think, to an
How To Survive Thanksgiving Week At Disney
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Dateline: November 20, 2009
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Then President George W. Bush pardoned the National Thanksgiving Turkey, who was moved to Disneyland, at a ceremony last year.
Thanksgiving week draws large crowds to the Disneyland Resort, including on turkey day, believe it or not. In fact, it's believed to be the biggest dining day of the year at Disney restaurants.
Parks will be less packed earlier in the week,
Disney Gives Heave-Ho To Ho-Hum Food Items
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Dateline: March 19, 1997
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Is the world ready for the Banana Dog? Will kids really eat something called a Pale of Mud?
The world will find out Friday, when Disneyland opens three new restaurants and introduces a line of huge, showy foods that are supposed to make visitors shout, "I want one!"
"I'm focusing on the overall `wow' of the food," said James Wierzelewski, 33, Disneyland's new
Dinning In The Magic Kingdom
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Dateline: June 1, 1967
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No company in entertainment annals has provided visitors with such a variety of fabulous things-to-do as Disneyland - even in dining the Park excels. In fact, some of the finest eating places in all of Orange County are found in the Magic Kingdom.
Located throughout Disneyland are more than 25 restaurants and refreshment centers, each designed in the "theme"
Walt Disney King Of Fantasy
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Dateline: July 1, 1965
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Walt Disney and friends.
Walt Disney, whose Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck brought laughter to the world and whose Disneyland is a playground for the world's people, calls his home at Smoke Tree Ranch, "my laughing place."
Whimsical, as always, he refers to the Uncle Remus story where Brer Rabbit oh-so-casually mentions his "laughing place" and makes it sound so
Disneyland Jumping During Tencennial
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Dateline: May 23, 1965
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Opening of "Great Moments With Mr. Lincoln" plus a new Victorian restaurant and spectacular nighttime entertainment will make Disneyland's Tencennial Summer the most exciting in its 10-year history.
"Mr. Lincoln" will provide a new three-dimensional "experience with history" for guests of the "Magic Kingdom."
Its West Coast premiere is set for about July 1 at
