A visit to Disneyland is worth it for the food alone! From churros to dole whips, hand dipped corn dogs to sandwiches, there is so much to choose from. But, the cost of eating in Disneyland can certainly add up. That’s why I asked my friends at Get Away Today for their advice regarding cheap eats in Disneyland. There are ways to enjoy a lot of what Disneyland has to offer without breaking the bank.
Related: Looking for other budget-friendly tips for visiting Disneyland? Be sure to read my Disneyland on a Budget post!
Cheap Eats in Disneyland | General Tips
When it comes to making sure you can access the best places to eat at Disneyland on a budget, one thing I recommend is to set a food budget before you go. Try staying at a Get Away Today partner hotel near Disneyland that offers free breakfast. That way you have one less meal to worry about budgeting for! Also, bring snacks into Disneyland with you so you don’t blow your meal budget on little treats here and there. When you’ve set your food budget, you can load that amount on a prepaid debit or credit card, so you aren’t tempted to exceed your limit. Since you can look up menus and prices online, it’s definitely doable to budget before you go!
Also, be sure to download the free Disneyland App so you can use mobile ordering in Disneyland. If you order and pay ahead of time for your food, you can avoid buying something on a whim because you’re too hungry to wait for your next meal. With mobile ordering, you can schedule pick up times for your meals to ensure you don’t spend your whole budget on churros!
Cheap Eats in Disneyland | Refreshment Corner
Not only are menu items $14.99 and under at the Refreshment Corner, but they also have a shaded patio where you can enjoy your food. This quick-service restaurant in Disneyland is open for lunch and dinner, and you can find kids’ meals for just $7, a Mickey pretzel for under $5 and even a number of allergy-friendly options that won’t break the bank. These cheap eats in Disneyland are located on Main Street U.S.A.
Cheap Eats in Disneyland | Alien Pizza Planet
Located in Tomorrowland, Alien Pizza Planet has a variety of pizza and pasta items for under $12. The toddler meal includes mac ‘n cheese, applesauce and a drink for under $5! For bigger appetites, try your favorite slice of pizza for under $9. You can choose from vegetarian, chicken or even super cheesy. When it comes to cheap eats in Disneyland, remember that often the portion sizes are huge, and you can split a meal between two people.
Cheap Eats in Disneyland | Bengal Barbecue
One of the most popular Disneyland eats is Bengal Barbecue. This quick-service dining option has an array of tantalizing flavors, with most menu items priced at $6 or less. Considered snacks, the spring rolls, barbecue skewers and breadsticks will at least give you a carb boost so you can make it across the park to your next ride. There are vegetarian options at Bengal Barbecue, and it is located in Adventureland.
Cheap Eats in Disneyland | Hungry Bear Restaurant
The Hungry Bear Restaurant is another delicious quick-service option for lunch and dinner in Disneyland. Double cheeseburgers with a side come in at under $14, and other menu items are as low as $7.99. If you have dietary restrictions, you can still enjoy many of the cheap eats in Disneyland, and the Hungry Bear Restaurant is no exception. They offer an extensive allergy-friendly menu for items such as gluten free burgers and nut-free chicken breast nuggets. Hungry Bear Restaurant can be found in Critter Country.
Cheap Eats in Disneyland | Edelweiss Snacks
Take a trip to Fantasyland to find more cheap eats in Disneyland. At Edelweiss Snacks, you can enjoy a famous Disneyland turkey leg for less than $12. There are also chimichangas, chips and slushies available in souvenir sippers. You can not only enjoy a snack but have a keepsake to take home for around $11.
Cheap Eats in Disneyland | Stage Door Cafe
Giddyup to the Stage Door Cafe in Frontierland for lunch and dinner on a budget. The Cafe has a list of seasonal items like strawberry funnel cake ($8), or menu staples like fish and chips. Most items are less than $13 and range from a souvenir sipper with soft drink to chicken fried steak with a side of apples or fries. Cheap eats in Disneyland definitely doesn’t mean it’s not tasty!
Cheap Eats in Disneyland | Pluto’s Dog House
Over in ToonTown you’ll find Pluto’s Dog House. For spring it’s currently offering Mickey shaped seasonal items you won’t want to miss. Look for Mickey and Minnie cupcakes and cookies to celebrate Get Your Ears On! Also on the menu are items under $8 each, including hot dog meals, turkey sandwich meals and macaroni and cheese with a side.
Cheap Eats in Disneyland | Daisy’s Diner
Also in ToonTown is Daisy’s Diner. Stop by for a personal sized pizza for less than $9 and expect that it could feed two little kiddos. Daisy’s Diner is also a good stop for the seasonal treats like Mickey shaped cupcakes all decked out to celebrate Mickey and Minnie’s 90th birthdays.
Cheap Eats in Disneyland | Mint Julep Bar
If you’re looking for soft, fluffy, Mickey shaped beignets, you’ll find them at the Mint Julep Bar in New Orleans Square. All drink and beignet options will cost you less than $9 each, and you won’t regret trying one of Disneyland’s most delicious desserts! Cheap eats in Disneyland don’t get much sweeter than a six-count bag of beignets for about $8.50.
Cheap Eats in Disneyland | It Can Be Done!
This is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to cheap eats in Disneyland. Whatever you could possibly want to eat, it can most likely be found in the Resort! You can see all the dining options online on the Disneyland Parks website, which makes it so easy to budget beforehand for all your favorites.
If you book your Disneyland vacation package with Get Away Today, use my exclusive code, SAVVY10, to save an additional $10. Then you can use that money to buy more churros!
Related: Planning to eat at budget-savvy places in Disneyland allows you to spend your money on more important things. Be sure to read my 3 Best Splurges at Disneyland post!
To see all the Get Away Today vacation packages, visit them at www.getawaytoday.com. You can also call their travel agents at 855-GET-AWAY and they can answer any questions you have about cheap eats in Disneyland. And can you let me know in the comments what your favorite Disneyland dining option is so I can add it to my list? Bon appetit!
