As a (nearly) 53 year old divorced dude, I'm planning to go to WDW for my birthday. I don't remember the exact Walt quote but I think it was something like experiencing the child inside us. That being said, you might say that my upcoming trip (including an All-Star resorts stay and a couple of dining reservations inside the parks) is more like a reconnaissance for future WDW trips. The Contemporary, and Chef Mickey's seem like bucket list type experiences. Definitely possible for future trips.

I love chef Mickey! Tip: book at the end of breakfast and they’ll start switching out to lunch, so you can get some of both meals!

Personally…I love Chef Mickeys 😂 But I’ll be honest, If you don’t need the characters just go to the cafeteria in one of the All-Star resorts. I personally love it , particularly in the beginning of a trip because it help throw that Disney Magic right at you. All you can eat is nice too. But if you have more than a few people it can get pricey. Great for the kids🙌🏼 Also , if you are planning a trip, you may want to do this before Magic Kingdom because it is right next to that Park.

It’s a tradition now that every time we go to Orlando we go to Chef Mickeys for breakfast on our second day. Great way to bring the Disney magic into our trip early in. Even if we don’t go to any of the parks on our trip, we still hit up Chef Mickeys for a little Disney fix. Sure it’s a little pricey for what you get, but their breakfast is great and get to see the characters a few times while you are there. Plus get to see the Disney contemporary resort which is beautiful

Both Mickey and Minnie take turns being the “Desert after the meal”. I was there this past Monday and mickey was the one roaming around with the other characters while Minnie was the one taking pictures with guests after they stamp your receipt. Im not sure if they have a schedule of who does what each day.

AJ, we just ate at Chef Mickeys on Wednesday. It was great. We like breakfast the best. I thought it was better than when we ate there before the pandemic. Great choices for the food. Mickey, Goofy, Pluto, and Donald came to our table. When our picture was made Minnie was in the picture with us. My grandchildren and great granddaughters loved it. We got there at 8:20 and were seated quickly. It was totally worth it for us.

I can't wait to book our Disney trip. These are so great for helping decide what would be best for our little family. Thanks for all the input.

My family and I ate at the Anaheim, CA. Disneyland at one of the in park restaurants, back in the ‘80s. One of the characters came up to our table and accidentally knocked over my older brother’s drink, which by then was mostly melted ice. Unfortunately it landed in his lap, and my older sister said to our older brother “You know what that looks like, yeah?” as she pointed to the wet spot on the front of his pants. The character covered the eyes and made a motion simulating laughters (or possibly horror, I’m not sure) while the rest of us laughed as my older brother scowled and muttered “Nice going!” to the character, who scurried away (I forgot which character).

10:23 rapunzel’s theme song started playing in my head lol Seven A.M., the usual morning lineup

4:05 wouldn’t be the same without the fab 5 Mickey Minnie Donald Goofy and Pluto I feel like they should add Daisy

We ate at Hollywood and Vine for lunch back in September and the characters spent quite a bit of time at our table and kept returning. We must of had each character visit out table about 3 separate times each! Well worth it and the food was delicious too!

We’ve eaten there 3 times when our kids were little. It was so long ago that 2 of those times, we were able to just walk in. Such good memories. Maybe our 4th time will be with my future grandchildren.😊

We just went to chef Mickey’s three weeks ago. It was our 2 kids first time and they loved it. We were in Disney just for the weekend before we left on a Disney cruise so we only had one day at Magic Kingdom. I was able to get a 12:05 seating and it worked out perfect. Great way to take a break see the characters and just relax before heading back to Magic Kingdom. I would recommend Chef Mickey’s for anyone with kids . Food was good and characters were great! Definitely a one and done for us but so glad we did it once. I think everyone needs to go once and experience a fun character meal. 😊

It’s the atmosphere, not the food, at Chef Mickey’s that makes it great. The breakfast isn’t good at Ohana, but the atmosphere with Stitch at the Poly will keep me coming back. And I’d return to Chef Mickey’s. (I’m glad they stopped the napkin twirling 😂)

I ate at Chef Mickeys in Nov 2022 just as it opened. I loved it! I hope to return.

Remember my first 🥇 experience back in 97- 98 it was great 🎉😊

Great video! We were just there 2 weeks ago. The food is ok. It wasn't memorable, but it wasn't bad either. The beef on the carving station was very good. This isn't a foodie experience. However, the shear joy on my granddaughter's face when just hours after arriving at WDW for the first time she got to meet the fab 5 made it worth every penny and more. It was a fantastic way to start the trip! I was disappointed that the napkin waving doesn't happen during dinner any longer, at least that's what we were told by a CM. Having to stand in line to meet Mickey afterward took something away from it as well. Truth be told, you can get better meet and greet experiences in the park than at Chef Mickey's. The characters in the park seem to spend more time with the kids than in the character meals.

There’s also a COULD you eat there since reservations are so hard to get

We went there twice two weeks ago! We were able to grab a last minute walk in late dinner. The kids loved it and the dinner was higher quality for a buffet with lots of options. CM were great with checking in with us to make sure we got to see all the characters. The wait to see Mickey was only a few minutes.We had reserved a breakfast later in the week, breakfast was definitely busier which meant a little less time with the characters and busier buffet. The wait time to see Minnie was longer but it was a hotel day so we weren’t in a rush. I’d definitely prefer the food quality here vs the quick dining experience. The characters danced but didn’t partake in the napkin waving!

I went there in 2019, I saw a lot of Pluto and Minnie a lot in the area where we were sitting but less of Donald and Goofy.

My daughter and I have gone to Disney 8 times in the last 15 years and we have never been able to get a reservation for Chef Mickeys, even though we always stay at a Disney resort and try to get a reservation the first day we are able to which now is the 60 days before your trip.

I went to Chef Mickey last weekend. We got a last minute reservation for four at 8:30 pm. After a pool day at Wyndham Bonnet Creek it was a very right choice for us. The pixie dust of the day. The kids meet the characters and the dinner was surprisingly great. Everything was delicious. We payed around $260 for 2 adults and 2 kids. It was expensive but we didn’t regret. Was better than a day at the park in a hot wave.

Yes, it’s yumma! Happy Sunday, y’all! 🎩🥂🖤

I don't understand why they don't just split the dinning room into 2-3 smaller rooms, then send different versions of the fab five to each room. Sure, more staff... but it would cut down on wait times so much!

I really enjoyed my Chef Mikey experience, but the price is out of hand.

Omg thank god you posted this lol I was thinking about going to chefs Mickey than magic kingdom but it’s so popular literally all reservations are sold out

We ate at Chef Mickey’s the last time we went down on spring break. We had reservations for 9:20 we went to the observation deck and watch the fireworks before dinner. It was awesome my little girl got to see all the awesome characters hugs and photos delicious food just eat a good amount because it’s Buffet. style little pricey, but it was well worth it

It's up to $55 per adult now but well worth it to see the grandkids have so much fun. The fab 5 came to our table and we were able to get multiple family pictures with each and you get autographs. BTW, the buffet was great... worth every penny.

Minnie Mouse is permanently in the photo pass area. Mickey is now out and about.

i went and i enjoyed the experience except my tron ride after made me almost throw up

12:25 omg the Minnie Mouse smoothie is the cutest that’s a must get

Do kids get excited for Pluto? Maybe I just grew up in a time where there wasn’t much use of his character, but when you said fab five, I was sure you meant Daisy.

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We had an amazing table and tons of fun when the characters came- my kids loved it!

The only problem is I am claustrophobic of elevators unless they are glass see through can you take the stairs to chefs Mickey ?

Went to chef Mickey’s last week, and though the food was mid ( desserts being a exception) I left with a smile on my face. Just everything about it made me smile like no other restaurant. Go here and you’ll know what I mean.

We love Chef Mickey’s and are SOO glad they brought back the buffet!

My son is autistic and doesn’t remember a lot of things. But, we went to Chef Mickey’s in 2016 and it is one of the few things he did remember when we went back in 2021. BTW, if you want a more adult place to go, I really like Le Cellier in Epcot. The steak is great.

We are at CM as a buffet in 2018 and it was great! We went again as family style in 2023 (before it changed back to buffet) and it was the worst meal we had of the trip. I’m willing to give the buffet another chance, but the family style was absolutely awful.

8:51 that’s another reason I wanna go is the Mickey waffles 😍 even tho Ik they have them in other restaurants but with Mickey in it it’s cute

One day I’ll get to Disney World….. I just need the money hahaha

"At other character dining locations you're missing one of the characters, bringing it down to the Fab Four--and that's not nearly as catchy." _Beatles fans have left the chat._

We've eaten there back in 2002. We've seen them including Chip nDale.

I ate there once (count it, once!) just to check it off. Could have been worse....

The fab four is catchy!! It was around in the 60s for The Beatles and that’s been used to death

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I think if you’re into all the characters then fine, but personally it’s not for me, so I pass on it. Also, I guess if you have kids it might make sense, as they go nuts for the character interaction.

I remember eating here as a kid, and beckoning Donald over to see my mom, who was a big fan of Donald. Fun times :)

12:30 ahhh even the Mickey Mouse is adorable with Oreos 😍 yeah I’m 100% hoping someone cancels their reservation lol

they do take walk ups! I couldn’t get a reservation before my last trip and with just a party of 2 got a table after just a 45 minute wait

The cheesy hash browns are worth the $55 alone 😂🤤🤤

60 bucks and you have to wait in line for Mickey. What a joke.

Hi could you do a video on rundisney I love watching them and I am thinking about doing one but want to get more info

Wow, such a good video-make!

We are staying at AOA .. can we take the skyliner to Epcot and then the monorail to Contemporary without a park pass? My kids would love to ride the monorail.

Can someone confirm id the cheesy potato casserole served at Chef Mickey's the same one from the now closed Trails End? I fell in love with the casserole at Trails End earlier this year and I want to find it again.

I love love love chef Mickey it’s so good

I have wonderful memories from Chef Mickey, but none of them are of the food. Don't get me wrong, the food is fine. But it's nothing to write home about. It's the atmosphere and characters that make the place.

I was just there today and the kids had an amazing time. I have been several times in the past and Mickey was always the one you took a picture with at the end with the big plate. But this time it was Minnie who did not come to the tables and we made a line at the end to take a picture with her at the plate. Not sure if they are going to permanently keep it this way but wanted to make you aware of the change.

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It was a Thumbs down for dinner food last year for us… but the atmosphere and characters were Amazing!!

This is why I rather go in the morning so it’s not to crowded but mainly because Fridays it’s hard to find a Lyft after 9pm

Is California Grill planning to open soon for brunch on Sundays?

Just came back from Disney World. Chef Mickey’s was awesome! GO!!!! :)

Is Chef Mickey’s similar to Goofy’s Kitchen in Disneyland California? Cause I really loved that one.

We are staying off property and going to Chef Mickey's on our off day where we won't be in a park. Any advice for how to take the monorail when not at the parks? Thanks!

Cheesy potatoes? Sign me up…🤤

I am a big fan of chip n dale, which place has most chip n dale souvenir at wdw? And which park and restaurant that chip n dale interact with guests in wdw?

LoL I knew someone was gonna comment first 😂

We use to eat at chef mickeys when it was buffet.

Do you get 10% off with the disney cc?

Chef’s Mickey did get more expensive this year but it’s worth it

We were not at all impressed with Chef Mickey’s. It was VERY loud, like eating in a warehouse. The food was not great and our server was not particularly personable (I would even go so far as to call him rude a couple of times). Our experience with character meals has been that breakfast is typically better and our favorites have been Ohana, Topolino’s, and Trattoria al Forno. Planning to try Garden Grill in September.

Do you guys have a top 5 list or something for buffets for breakfast and lunch/dinner.

Loved it at chef mickey's

Most dining at WDW, when judging meals by quality and price, is not worth it. Adding characters to food that is meh is not good way to spend your money.

They have Mickey waffles at Chef Mickey Mouse.

1:14 was that a sly and subtle joke, or do they honestly not know where the terms "fab four/five" comes from? I can't tell, but if it's a joke it's very funny

How long are the photos available on the my Disney experience? I'm wondering how much time you have to buy photos. Could I buy them over time, maybe one or two each pay, or do I have to buy them all at once or lose them?

Why is Mickey not coming around anymore

We were just there yesterday. The food was good, but the characters interactions were not very good. We didn't see the first character until after most of us were on our 2nd and he didn't see the 2nd character until we actually paid the bill. When the characters were at the table, they were there for about 2 minutes with very little interactions with my 5 and 3 year old. We left before we had a chance to see the last 2 characters. Minnie mouse replaced Mickey at the photo spot. She was great with my daughters and the photos that were taken turned out great. We have had much better experiences at the garden grill and Hollywood and Vine in the past. Probably won't go back.

I could type up multiple paragraphs on the topic of Chef Mickey's....but I will keep it short and simple: We love DisneyWorld, and outside of COVID, have gone at least once every year for the past 9 years). We love the food! However, we have eaten at Chef Mickey's twice (once in like 2017 with the buffet, and once in 2022 with the family-style service).....and they were the 2 worst meals we have ever had at WDW. If I have any say in it, our family will never set foot in Chef Mickey's again!!

We went in March. Very disappointed. Food was disappointing for Disney dining. And we only saw Minnie Mouse in one hour being there. We mentioned the issue that all other characters stayed in the area they started, the cast members did walk us to Pluto (our kid’s favorite), but we felt rude and judged by other families still seated. Absolutely swore off Chef Mickeys. Much prefer Garden Grill.

I loved the experience. The staff makes you feel important, and the food is definitely better than I expected from a buffet. I am going again. Please note: reservations are tricky but not impossible for a reservation a few days away. Keep refreshing. The tricky part is if you select a # of people in your party, it may be unavailable for that time or date, however if you modify the # in your party it suddenly becomes available but does not match your group size. I questioned this, and a cast member said it is due to table size. If I select a lesser headcount, I should get first come, first gets, but that is not the case. Example: I had a party of 3, nothing available. I added 5 and a time to reserve a table popped up. Not fair, and this needs to change. Overall the experience and food is worth the $$$$

Being the biggest Disney influencer, how do u feel now that tourism has and will continue to slow down because of the Florida governor laws?

Goofy’s Kitchen > Chef Mickey’s

I would rather eat something in a basket with fries and spend my money elsewhere…

Chef Mickey is a no for me

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No, no, no, they have a pre-made plate for kids. Went with 4 grandkids, only thing they liked in the plate was Mac & cheese, payed over $300. NOT WORTH IT!!! And when one of the kids tried to get close for a picture Goofy ran away.

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Won't go to Disney World until DeSantis and his ilk are GONE! Racism is alive and well in the south!

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