The Crystal Palace

Reviews

• AA

  Ace

  1 day ago
  4.0
  Compared to the one in Animal Kingdom, this spot has fewer food options and honestly doesn’t feel as good. The Animal Kingdom one is better overall—I just hope the quality here stays consistent. For what you’re paying, it would be nice to see a bit more variety or better food. That said, my toddler had a great time seeing Pooh and friends and actually ate really well, so that part was definitely a win 😊
• JJ

  Jomarie

  6 days ago
  1.0
  For the amount of money I paid, I was extremely disappointed with my experience. The food was okay, but what I absolutely could not get past was the number of flies throughout the restaurant. They were everywhere the entire time we were dining. The flies constantly landed on our drinks and even landed on my baby’s bottle, which was honestly awful and very unsanitary. This was not just one or two flies — every time I got up to go to the bathroom or get more food, I noticed flies all over different areas of the restaurant. I spent $286 for three people, plus an 18% tip for our waiter because he was very kind and provided excellent service. Unfortunately, the cleanliness issues completely ruined the experience for me. Disney is already expensive enough that guests should be receiving top-tier service and a clean dining environment. A serious fly problem in a restaurant, especially around food and drinks, is unacceptable and needs to be addressed immediately. When I return to Disney, I will not be dining here again.
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  Monique

  6 days ago
  3.0
  We came for a late lunch. We’ve been to Tusker House before (so i guess i am comparing the character dining experiences). The place and service were great. Character interaction felt less engaging than at Tusker House, where they visited every table and even had a short dance with the kids. The food was average. I do wish there had been more interaction, since that’s really what you’re paying for.
• AF

  Amanda Friedman

  May 10, 2026
  5.0
  As a multiple food allergy mama, I wanted to share the incredible experience we had at Walt Disney World in Florida this past weekend! My daughter has never been able to safely eat at a restaurant before, but thanks to Disney’s Special Diets Planning Team, our entire trip felt stress-free and truly magical. My daughter is allergic to eggs, wheat, dairy, peanuts/legumes, corn, and more. Since we were in communication with the planning team the restaurants already knew our restrictions ahead of time. They anticipated what she could safely eat before we even placed an order and made us feel completely cared for. Our stand out meal was at Crystal Palace in Magic Kingdom, a buffet character dining experience, and there was even a dedicated allergy chef who came directly to our table. Chef Ted was beyond kind and so friendly! He took the time to interact and play with my daughter, checked in on us multiple times throughout the meal, and even brought out ingredient labels and lists for us to review. They prepared my 18-month-old (non-paying child!) an entire custom meal including grilled chicken breast, steak, baked potato, carrots, and raspberry sorbet for dessert. It was honestly the largest plate of food I’ve ever seen presented for a baby! We truly felt treated like royalty. As a food allergy parent, dining out can be incredibly anxiety-provoking, but Disney made us feel safe, seen, and cared for every step of the way. Thank you, Chef Ted, for making what is usually such a nerve-wracking experience into such a joyful and memorable one for our family.
• SG

  Steven Gray

  May 3, 2026
  4.0
  We had a really nice experience at The Crystal Palace in Magic Kingdom. The restaurant itself is beautiful—bright, open, and a great place to take a break from the heat and crowds. The food was good with a nice variety, and everything was fresh and well stocked. It’s a buffet, so there’s something for just about everyone, which makes it especially convenient if you’re with a group. The service was also very good—our server kept drinks filled and checked in just enough without being intrusive. The only downside for us was the price. For lunch, it felt a bit on the expensive side for what you get. That said, the overall experience and atmosphere still made it enjoyable. Would definitely go back, but it’s more of a “once in a while” treat rather than a must-do every trip.

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