Deck the Tables! All the Holiday Dining Experiences at Disneyland Hotels & Downtown Disney

When it comes to the holidays at Disneyland Resort, the food isn't just delicious, it's part of the celebration! From festive character dining feasts with Mickey and friends to yummy treats with warm drinks to enjoy by a cozy fire, there are so many magical dining experiences to enjoy this season. Whether you're dreaming of cookies and cocoa, themed cocktails or a full-on Christmas feast, here are some of the best ways to dine and celebrate the holidays at Disneyland Resort hotels and Downtown Disney. This is your guide to holiday dining at Disneyland outside the parks, including options for actual holidays such as Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

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FAQs

• When do Disneyland's holiday dining experiences usually take place? Most run from mid-November through early January during the Holidays at Disneyland.
• How can I make a reservation? Book dining experiences up to 60 days in advance, through the Disneyland app or online.
• Do I need a Disneyland ticket for dining experiences? There are many meals at the Disneyland hotels and Downtown Disney, and they don't require park admission. Save on Disneyland hotel stays by reserving through Undercover Tourist (now bookable with a refundable $200 deposit)!
• Where can I meet Santa at Disneyland? You can meet Santa in the parks, at each of the Disneyland Resort hotels and even do a Santa breakfast in Downtown Disney at Naples.
• What are all my Disneyland Resort hotel restaurant options? We have hopful blog posts on all of the Disneyland hotel restaurants and Downtown Disney restaurants.

Holiday Dining at Disneyland Resort Hotels and Downtown Disney

This is your guide to all the holiday meals, snacks, desserts and drinks available outside of the theme parks. They make great options on days you do not have a park ticket, but they also work well when you're on a break or having a rest day from the parks.

Foodie froggies love that there are so many yummy holiday treats and foods at Disneyland (both inside and outside the parks) during the holidays. We certainly can't resist! We always end our Disneyland Christmas visits feeling a little bit like Santa. Our frog bellies are stuffed with so many cookies, holiday treats and festive foods from Holiday Time. There are also frogtastic food offerings at Disney Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure. The festival marketplaces offer delish dishes and delectable desserts from around the world.

Our Disney Festival of the Holidays post and holiday food posts for items inside Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure have all of the delicious details. As for this post, we are sticking to the options outside the parks.

If you plan to eat at any table-service restaurants in the parks, Downtown Disney or the Disneyland Resort hotels, we recommend making reservations up to 60 days in advance through the Disney Dining Reservation System. Set a reminder for 60 days before your visit to book dining reservations. Reservations generally open at about 6 a.m., but it can vary. Holiday meals opened up later than 60 days. When visiting Disneyland around Thanksgiving or the school winter break, expect heavier crowds. If it's too late to reserve, keep checking for cancellations that pop up or try checking for walk-up availability in the Disneyland app once you arrive.

All offerings are available Nov. 14, 2025, through Jan. 7, 2026, unless otherwise noted below.

Disneyland Hotel

The Disneyland Hotel is where holiday cheer meets timeless Disney fun. Find everything from quick bites to character meals to adult drinks and mixology seminars for grown-ups. It's a festive foodie destination all season long.

Goofy's Kitchen Celebrates the Holidays (Breakfast, brunch and dinner, Nov. 17 - Jan. 6)

A special holiday version of the popular character dining location returns to Disneyland Hotel for 2025. Meet Goofy, Minnie, Pluto, Chip and Dale in their holiday attire from Nov. 17, 2025, to Jan. 6, 2026, as you dig into delicious holiday foods. Expect a cheerful buffet filled with seasonal favorites, holiday treats and plenty of character appearances. Our Goofy's Kitchen post has all the delicious details and pricing. Reservations are available to book as of Sept. 25, 2025.

If you're visiting during a holiday, Goofy's Kitchen has a Bountiful Thanksgiving Day Meal. There is also a special Christmas menu on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Goofy's Kitchen has some additional items available for purchase from Nov. 17 through Jan. 7.

• (New) Pumpkin Spice Latte: Espresso, pumpkin spice syrup and milk (nonalcoholic; available hot or iced)
• Chai Ginger Latte: Espresso, milk, chai syrup, white chocolate sauce and gingerbread whipped cream (nonalcoholic; available hot or iced)
• Eggnog: House-made eggnog (nonalcoholic)
• Eggnog Latte: House-made eggnog with two shots of espresso (nonalcoholic; available hot or iced)
• Eggnog Cocktail: House-made eggnog, Fonseca Bin 27 Port, Pierre Ferrand Cognac and Smith & Cross Jamaican Pot Still Rum
• Mulled Wine: The Fableist Wine Company The Silkworm and the Spider Pinot Noir with mulled spices, served over ice

Trader Sam's Enchanted Tiki Bar Holiday Mixology Seminar

If you like your holiday spirits a little more tropical, Trader Sam's Enchanted Tiki Bar has you covered. The limited-time Holiday Mixology Seminar returns to Trader Sam's Enchanted Tiki Bar on Nov. 17 and 19, 2025. In this exciting course, you'll learn how to craft a cocktail and a nonalcoholic beverage from a Trader Sam's bartender. On top of the 45-minute, hands-on lesson, there is a fireside reception with one cocktail served, hors d'oeuvres and live entertainment. Plus, you get to take home Trader Sam's Enchanted Tiki Bar Holiday Zombie Mug. There are three seminars per day at 4 p.m., 6 p.m. and 9 p.m., and the course costs $179 per person, plus tax and gratuity. All guests must be 21 or older to be admitted to this event. Reservations are open in the Disneyland app and online as of Oct. 16, 2025.

Trader Sam’s Mug Release (Only available Nov. 21; Mobile Orders may be placed as early as 6 a.m. PT on the Disneyland App while supplies last) 

The highly anticipated, limited edition Holiday Zombie Mug drops on Nov. 21. This festive, collectible will be available at Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar on Saturday, November 22nd.

Trader Sam's Holiday Menu Items (Available Nov. 22 - Jan. 7) 

• (New) Crisp Nights: Parrot Bay Coconut Rum, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, lemon juice and simple syrup
• (New) Holichata: Bacardi Reserva Ocho Rum, Frangelico Liqueur, St. Elizabeth Allspice Dram Liqueur, house-made Colibri mix, cinnamon syrup and lemon juice
• (New) Old Fashioned Joy: Buffalo Trace Bourbon, Giffard’s Banana Liqueur, maple syrup and walnut bitters
• (New) Yuletide Cheers: Zaya Rum, Avissi Prosecco, pomegranate and cranberry juices and cinnamon syrup
• (New) Zombie Toddy: Hamilton 151 Rum, Mt. Gay Eclipse Rum, Pernod Absinthe, cinnamon syrup, falernum, heavy cream and grapefruit bitters

The Coffee House (Mobile order available) 

• Mickey-shaped Gingerbread Cookie: Soft gingerbread Mickey cookie with sprinkles
• Mickey-shaped Holiday Cookie: Shortbread cookie dipped in white chocolate with holiday sprinkles, and a chocolate Mickey decoration
• Peppermint Crisped Rice Treat
• (New) Cinnamon Roll Latte: Espresso, milk, white chocolate sauce, brown sugar, cinnamon and whipped cream (nonalcoholic; available hot or iced)
• Eggnog: House-made eggnog (available hot or iced)
• Chai Ginger Latte: Espresso, milk, chai syrup, white chocolate sauce and gingerbread whipped cream (nonalcoholic; available hot or iced)
• Eggnog Latte: House-made eggnog with a shot of espresso (nonalcoholic; available hot or iced)
• Peppermint Mocha topped with whipped cream (nonalcoholic; available hot or iced)
• Pumpkin Spice Latte: Espresso, pumpkin spice syrup and milk (nonalcoholic; available hot or iced)
• S'mores Hot Chocolate topped with toasted marshmallow foam (nonalcoholic)

Broken Spell Lounge 

• (New) Shepherd’s Pie: Beef short ribs, mashed potatoes, vegetables, lemon zest and demi-glace
• Eggnog: House-made eggnog (nonalcoholic)
• Hot Chocolate: House-made hot chocolate (nonalcoholic)
• Chocolate-Marshmallow Old Fashioned: Graham cracker and chocolate-infused Woodford Bourbon, Tempus Fugit Crème de Cacao, brown sugar molasses syrup, chocolate bitters, wood smoke and mini marshmallows
• Coal Manhattan: WhistlePig PiggyBack 6-Year Rye, Amaro Averna, St. Elizabeth Allspice Dram and bitters
• Eggnog Cocktail: House-made eggnog, Fonseca Bin 27 Port, Pierre Ferrand Cognac and Smith & Cross Jamaican Pot Still Rum
• Five Golden Rings: Golden Eagle Vodka, St-Germain Elderflower Liqueur, ginger, rosemary and cranberry flavors with edible shimmer glitter
• Hot Chocolate Cocktail: House-made hot chocolate with Plantation Dark Rum and Drambuie Liquor
• Mulled Wine: The Fableist Wine Company The Silkworm and the Spider Pinot Noir with mulled spices served over ice
• Peppermint Kiss: Peppermint-infused Golden Eagle Vodka, Crème de Cacao, Crème de Menthe, Coco Lopez Coconut Crème and house-made Frangelico whipped cream
• Prickly Pear French 75: Condesa Prickly Pear Gin, St. George Spiced Pear Liqueur, Piper Sonoma Brut, honey and lemon juice
• Thanksgiving Mule: Tequila, Liquid Alchemist Ginger Syrup, cranberry sauce, celery salt, lime juice and sage leaves

Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa

Over at Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, the holiday dining lineup brings comfort and elegance together in the coziest way. Expect twinkling trees, seasonal décor and menus that feel like home.

Storytellers Cafe offers two new character dining options this holiday season. There is a Thanksgiving Day Brunch and Dinner, as well as a Christmas at Storytellers Brunch and Dinner on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Those days may have different themes and menu items.

(New!) Daisy's Holiday Pajama Party at Storytellers Cafe (Nov. 17 through Jan. 6; reservations highly recommended)

A holiday breakfast and brunch experience returns to Storytellers Cafe in 2025. These adorable holiday-themed meals are accompanied by seasonal décor and select characters donning new pajamas. And this year, Daisy and Donald are the hosts! Reservations for Daisy's Holiday Pajama Party are available to book as of Oct. 2, 2025. Check out our Storytellers Cafe post for more information.

(New!) Mickey's Christmas Carol Feast at Storytellers Cafe (Nov. 17 through Jan. 6; reservations highly recommended)

Check out the brand-new Mickey's Christmas Carol Feast for dinner from Nov. 17, 2025, to Jan. 6, 2026! Inspired by the classic holiday tale, this feast offers hearty seasonal dishes served alongside appearances from Mickey and friends in festive attire. This character dining features Mickey, Minnie, Clarabelle, Scrooge McDuck and a ghost(of Christmas past)-ly Goofy. Reservations for Mickey's Christmas Carol Feast are available to book as of Oct. 2, 2025. Check out our Storytellers Cafe post for more information.

Grand Californian Great Hall Cart

Definitely stop by the lobby of the Grand Californian to see the giant gingerbread display and to peruse the treats and beverages of the Great Hall Cart (hours are in the Disneyland app). It's one of our holiday must-do items every year. We always get a Mickey gingerbread cookie and some hot cider to enjoy in front of the huge fireplace.

Here are the 2025 offerings:

• (New) Christmas Jumbo Cake Pop: Chocolate cake pop dipped in white chocolate
• (New) Holiday Tea Cake Variety Box: Vanilla Bean, Double Chocolate, Gingerbread and Orange-cranberry individually wrapped tea cakes
• Mickey-shaped Gingerbread Cookie
• (New) Mickey Snowman Macaron
• Mickey-shaped Poinsettia Cookie
• (New) Raspberry Coconut Wreath: Almond shortbread cookie with coconut macaron ring, filled with raspberry jam
• (New) Santa Jumbo Cake Pop: Chocolate cake pop dipped in white chocolate
• Holiday Cookie Box: Assorted cookies
• Holiday Crisped Rice Treat
• Seasonal Loaf Cake
• Eggnog: House-made eggnog (nonalcoholic but also available with Bailey’s Original Irish Cream Liqueur)
• Hot Apple Cider (nonalcoholic)
• Hot Chocolate: House-made hot chocolate (nonalcoholic and also available with Bailey’s Original Irish Cream Liqueur)

GCH Craftsman Grill

Hop into this quick-service location for some of the cutest grab-and-go treats.

• (New) Chocolate Peppermint Long John Donut
• (New) Christmas Tree Cupcake
• (New) Cranberry Orange Muffin
• (New) Eggnog Muffin
• (New) Holiday Cake Donut

Pixar Place Hotel

Great Maple at Pixar Place Hotel has holiday meals this year.

(New!) Great Maple Modern American Eatery Thanksgiving Prix Fixe (Available Nov. 27; reservations highly recommended)

Enjoy a special three-course Thanksgiving prix fixe menu, featuring whimsical takes on comfort classics such as maple-brined turkey and honey-rosemary glazed ham, served with all the fixings.

(New!) Great Maple Holiday Prix Fixe (Served nightly Dec. 24-28, 2025, from 5 p.m. to close)

Celebrate the season with a festive holiday prix fixe dinner menu. Enjoy holiday comfort favorites and refined seasonal dishes, such as yellowfin tuna crudo, brown butter gnocchi and sticky toffee pudding.

You can also get daily holiday treats from The Sketch Pad.

The Sketch Pad Café (Available Nov. 14 - Jan. 7)  

• Dark Chocolate Cranberry Overnight Oats: Overnight oats layered with dark chocolate, cranberry chutney and crispy oats
• Gingerbread Whoopie Pie: Vanilla buttercream and holiday sprinkles
• Holiday Brownie: Holiday icing and crushed peppermint
• Holiday Sugar Cookie: Vanilla shortbread and holiday icing
• (New) Cookie Butter Latte: Espresso, cookie butter, condensed milk and whipped cream (nonalcoholic)
• (New) S'mores Hot Chocolate: Hot chocolate with toasted marshmallow syrup (nonalcoholic)
• Caramel Apple Cider: Mulling spices and caramel sauce (nonalcoholic)

Downtown Disney

Downtown Disney has a variety of holiday meals, bites and festive drinks this holiday season.

Naples Ristorante e Bar

• (New) Diwali Chicken Tikka Masala Pizza: Neapolitan dough, tikka masala sauce, fresh mozzarella cheese, marinated chicken, red onion, parmesan and cilantro
• (New) Christmas Cider: Peanut butter whiskey, apple cider, hibiscus tea with edible glitter, lemon juice
• (New) Santa’s Margarita: Tequila blanco, peach schnapps, margarita mix, cranberry juice and black raspberry liquor
• (New) Twisted Christmas Cider: Peanut butter whiskey, apple cider, hibiscus team, edible glitter and lemon juice
• Breakfast with Santa (reservations highly recommended)

Ballast Point Brewing Co. 

• (New) Prime Rib Feast: 10 oz. slow-roasted prime rib encrusted in fragrant fresh herbs, paired with warm potatoes-apple hash, smoky chorizo crumble and tender broccolini

Beignets Expressed (Available Dec. 1 - Jan. 7) 

• Candy Cane Twist Glazed Beignet: Beignet coated in a frosty peppermint glaze with crushed green candy

California Churro

• (New) Peppermint Churro: Churro rolled in peppermint powdered sugar, with a peppermint icing drizzled on top and covered in crushed candy cane pieces

Céntrico (Available Nov. 14 - Jan. 7)

• (New) Chicken Tamal: Oaxacan-style tamal, with mole rojo, braised chicken, pickled jalapeños, carrots and squash veggies
• (New) Tamal de Rajas: Corn husk tamal, rajas, Mexican cheese blend, pickled jalapeños, carrots and squash veggies
• (New) Mexican Hot Chocolate: A rich, velvety hot chocolate served in the style of traditional Mexican “chocolate para mesa” — thick, luscious and spiced (nonalcoholic)
• (New) Berry MexMas: Tequila reposado, black cherry and lime juice
• (New) Frosty Fiesta: Horchata cream liquor, rum, cinnamon whiskey and horchata

(New!) Jazz Kitchen Coastal Grill & Patio Three Course Christmas Dinner (Available Dec. 24 and Dec. 25)

• Starter – Reveillon Salad: Baby greens, frisee, sun-dried cranberries, roasted butternut squash, feta cheese and spiced satsuma vinaigrette
• Main – Grilled Ribeye: Dauphinoise potato, honey-glazed baby carrots, butter-poached asparagus and blackberry merlot reduction
• Dessert – Gingerbread Pudding: Ginger-spiced bread pudding, maple pecan ice cream and candy cane crème anglaise
• (New) Gingerbread Old Fashion: Spirited blend of bourbon and gingerbread spice syrup (available Nov. 14 - Jan. 7)

Kayla's Cake (Available Nov. 14 - Dec. 31) 

• (New) Chocolate Spice Macaron Croissant: Flaky butter croissant filled with silky chocolate custard infused with holiday spices, finished with a delicate macaron shell

Paseo

• (New) Holiday Special: Cornish game hen stuffed with a chorizo-date stuffing, orange beurre blanc, pickled jalapeño and shaved fennel salad with chicken chicharron (Only available Dec. 24 and Dec. 25)
• Snowman: Cardamon cake, orange mousse, orange peel gel, coconut streusel, rosemary and gruyère ice cream
• Ponche: Dried fruit, cinnamon, piloncillo, hibiscus and nanchas (nonalcoholic)
•  (New) Coco Navidad: Tequila blanco, rum, lime juice, grenadine and cream of coconut

Tiendita

• Holiday Buñuelo with holiday sugar candy and orange cinnamon sugar

Salt & Straw (Available Nov. 14 - Dec. 31)

• (New) The Almond Brittle Cake: Double fold vanilla ice cream studded with Grandma Malek’s almond brittle, house-made salted chocolate ganache, topped with sweet and salty clusters of saltine Florentine cookies, drizzled with chocolate

Splitsville Luxury Lanes

• Seasonal Mini Cheesecakes including Peppermint Chocolate, Pumpkin Spice, Mango and Strawberry
• White Christmas Margarita: Tequila, coconut milk, lime juice and orange liqueur topped with rosemary and cranberries

Vista Parkside Market

• (New) Clark’s Nutcracker: Rum, lime juice, agave, cranberry, orange clove syrup and cinnamon all served in a nutcracker glass (Novelty glass available for purchase)
• Fancy Bird: Rye Scotch whisky, lime juice, orgeat and orange curaçao all served in a Vista Holiday Rocks glass (Novelty glass available for purchase)
• (New) Michael in a Pear Tree: Tequila blanco, pear nectar, lime juice and rosemary simple syrup all served in a bird glass (Novelty glass available for purchase)
• (New) Scarlet Tanager: Bourbon, amaro liqueur, orange-flavored liqueur and cinnamon bitters all served in a Vista Holiday Rocks glass (Novelty glass available for purchase)

Wetzel’s Pretzels

• 'Tis the season for Pizza Bitz!: Buttery pretzel bitz, rolled in cheese and adorned with a pepperoni slice

Disney Wonderful World of Sweets

You can get some holiday handmade treats without entering the parks.

• (New) Gingerbread Mickey Mallow Pop: Mickey-shaped marshmallow dipped in milk and white chocolate, decorated with dark chocolate, red-colored white chocolate, and embellished with white chocolate and holiday sprinkles
• (New) Holiday Wreath Cereal Treat: Mickey-shaped cereal treat dipped in milk chocolate, decorated with green-colored chocolate, and embellished with red and green mini M&M’S Milk Chocolate Candies and holiday sprinkles
• (New) Hot Chocolate Caramel Apple: Green apple dipped in caramel with two marshmallow ears, dipped in milk and white chocolate, decorated with graham cracker and hot chocolate powder mix with white chocolate drips, and embellished with holiday sprinkles and peppermint crush
• (New) Penguin Cake Pop: Chocolate cake pop dipped in peppermint-flavored white chocolate, decorated with black-colored dark chocolate, an orange mini M&M’S Milk Chocolate Candy, and red-colored white chocolate
• (New) Santa Mickey Cake Pop: Vanilla cake pop with dark chocolate ears and decorated with red-colored white chocolate, white chocolate, and white sanding sugar
• (New) Santa Mickey Caramel Apple: Green apple dipped in caramel with two marshmallow ears, dipped in milk chocolate, and decorated with red-colored white chocolate, white sanding sugar, and white M&M’S Milk Chocolate Candies
• (New) Santa Minnie Caramel Apple: Green apple dipped in caramel with two marshmallow ears, dipped in milk chocolate, and decorated with red-colored white chocolate, white sanding sugar, white M&M’S Milk Chocolate Candies, and a white chocolate Santa hat with a bow
• Holiday Marshmallow Wand: Marshmallows dipped in caramel and milk chocolate, drizzled with green and red colored white chocolate
• Peppermint Patties: Mixture of fondant sugar, powdered sugar and peppermint flavoring, dipped in dark chocolate
• Santa Minnie Cake Pop: Chocolate cake pop with dark chocolate ears, dipped in milk chocolate, and embellished with a white chocolate Santa hat with a bow

Whether you’re clinking glasses at Trader Sam’s or singing carols with Mrs. Claus at Hearthstone Lounge, Disneyland’s holiday dining experiences are the perfect way to make your visit extra special. Save on Disneyland tickets by purchasing through Undercover Tourist! Every Undercover Tourist Disneyland ticket comes with FREE $20 Dining Dollars promo codes. You can apply those to save up to 15% on Disney gift cards to use for dining and purchases during your trip!

Related: Guide to the ~Hoppiest~ Holidays at Disneyland 2025

Related: Our Guide to the Yummiest Holiday Treats & Foods at Disneyland Resort

 Hoppy planning!