1900 Park Fare at Disney's Grand Floridian: Is the Wish Makers Character Buffet Worth It?
Updated October 2026
Want to meet Cinderella, Tiana, Mirabel, and Aladdin over a buffet in a carousel-themed dining room? Welcome to 1900 Park Fare at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. The restaurant reopened in 2024 with a new "power of a wish" theme along with a new character lineup for both breakfast and dinner.
If you're deciding whether it's worth the reservation, who you'll meet, and what's on the buffet, you're in the right place!
Quick verdict: This is a fun meal and a good chance for a princess meet and greet outside of the parks, but we found the seating a little crowded and the character interactions limited compared to similar dining experiences. The food was delicious.
1900 Park Fare Quick Facts
Location: Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa (no park ticket needed)
Characters: Cinderella, Tiana (Bayou Outfit), Mirabel, and Aladdin
Dining Style: All-you-care-to-enjoy buffet
Meal Types: Breakfast, Dinner
Dining Plan Credits: 1 table service credit
Discounts: Annual Passholders
Getting There:
1900 Park Fare is located at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa in the Magic Kingdom resort area/monorail loop.
From Magic Kingdom: Monorail or ferry
From Epcot: Take monorail to the Transportation and Ticketing Center then switch to the resort line
From Hollywood Studios or Animal Kingdom: Take bus to Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
From Resorts: Either take transportation to Magic Kingdom and monorail/ferry over to the resort, or grab a Minnie Van/Lyft/Uber to Grand Floridian. If you have a car, there is complimentary parking at the resort during your reservation window.
The Wish Makers Experience
The restaurant is themed around wishes that come true. Portraits of the characters hang around the room, while carousel theming and whimsical decor take you back to the early 20th century. Keep an eye out for Big Bertha, the turn-of-the-century organ from France that has been at the Grand Floridian since 1988.
The characters celebrate the power of a wish. Guests receive a wish card with the characters' signatures on one side and space for their own wish on the other. During your meal, there will usually be a wish ceremony where you will write you wish on the card and hold it up to "hopefully" help it come true.
Meeting the Wish Makers
Typical characters you'll meet include Cinderella, Tiana, Mirabel, and Aladdin. They visit each table throughout the meal while you eat, so you can go back to the buffet again and again. Keep an eye on where the characters are in the dining room to time your visits to the buffet correctly and avoid missing anyone. If you do miss a character, just tell your server or the character attendant.
The characters will make the rounds which can take 90 minutes or longer so be prepared to take your time and enjoy the meal.
The Food at 1900 Park Fare
The meal is an all-you-care-to-enjoy buffet, and the signature dish at both meals is the Grand Floridian Strawberry Soup. It is definitely worth a try!
Breakfast
Biscuits and sausage gravy
Mickey-shaped waffles
Carved ham
Croissant breakfast pizza
Smoked salmon
Cheesy potato casserole
Spiced tofu scramble with vegetables
Fruit, cereals, pastries, and breads, plus plant-based options
Grand Floridian strawberry soup
We enjoyed the food and it felt like a step up from other character meal buffets.
Dinner
Peel-and-eat shrimp with cocktail sauce
Tiana's gumbo with spicy andouille sausage
Baked salmon with saffron-lemon butter
A carving station with prime rib
Curry-roasted chicken
Roasted garlic sausage with braised cabbage
Impossible merguez sausage with zucchini noodles
Mediterranean kale salad and couscous salad
Focaccia, mashed potatoes, glazed carrots, and green beans
Kids' favorites
Desserts including toasted coconut cake with passion fruit custard, lemon-blueberry cheesecake, and warm chocolate cake
Price & Value
Pricing can change, but here is the current cost as of October 2026.
Breakfast Menu: $59 per adult and $37 per kid or 1 table service credit
Lunch and Dinner Menu: $69 per adult and $45 per kid or 1 table service credit
For those with the table-service dining plan, this is a good use of your table service credits.
Who Is This Best For?
Perfect For:
Fans of Cinderella, Tiana, Mirabel, or Aladdin
Families with kids
Big eaters
Guests who want a character meal without a park ticket
Grand Floridian Resort guests
May Not Be Ideal For:
Guests on a strict budget
Anyone who dislikes buffets
Guests who want classic characters like Mickey or the Fab Five
Pros & Cons
Pros
All-you-care-to-enjoy buffet
Unique characters
No park ticket required
Beautiful, whimsical setting
Cons
Pricey
Time consuming
Tips & Tricks
Want to make the most of your reservation?
1.Book Early
Reservations open 60 days before your resort check-in day. They start at 6AM ET and often disappear quickly, especially during busy seasons.
2.All You Care to Enjoy You can eat as much as you want from the buffet so don't be shy and grab as many servings as you want of the signature strawberry soup.
3.Give Yourself Time You are there to enjoy tons of food and meet the characters. Plan on it taking at least 90 minutes as you don't want to rush through the experience.
4.Have your Cameras Ready Have your cameras ready to capture the fun with the characters and the wish ceremony.
5.Enjoy the venue
This is one of the most beautiful settings for a meal so make sure you take in the artwork, whimsy, and Big Bertha, the turn of the century organ from France.
FAQs
Which characters are at 1900 Park Fare? Cinderella, Tiana, Mirabel, and Aladdin.
Are the same characters at breakfast and dinner? Yes.
Do I need a park ticket? No. 1900 Park Fare is at the Grand Floridian Resort & Spa.
Is 1900 Park Fare hard to book? It definitely can be a popular reservation so be ready to book right away. Reservations open 60 days in advance.
How many dining plan credits does it use? One table service credit for breakfast or dinner.
Are there plant-based or allergy-friendly options? Plant-based options are available. Talk to a Cast Member about any allergy needs.
Is it good for picky eaters? The buffet has kids' favorites and plenty of familiar dishes.
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