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The Magic Kingdom is home to some amazing table service restaurants that offer up wonderful combinations of unique and delicious menu items and immersive theming. The Plaza Restaurant is a favorite of many Guests as it features a relatively small dining area, a charming theme, and a classic and casual menu of American favorites that are always perfectly cooked.
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Situated on the end of Main Street, The Plaza Restaurant is a small dining location that evokes the charm and elegance of the turn-of-the-century with an exterior featuring crisp white molding with intricate cutouts, gold embellishments, and a classic sign advertising the location. Guests who are waiting to be seated at the restaurant can enjoy the charm and ambiance of Main Street and relax at nearby tables with umbrellas for shade on warm days.
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Once seated inside, Guests can soak in the theming of The Plaza Restaurant, which combines classic and Art Nouveau touches for a bright and inviting interior. The walls feature gold tinted mirrors with intricate white molding, white and gold pillars are scattered throughout, and glass and gold light fixtures add a touch of elegance to the space.
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Comfortable booth and table seating can be found throughout The Plaza Restaurant, and nearly every seat offers beautiful views of large windows that look out facing Cinderella Castle. Guests can enjoy the views of Cinderella Castle as well as any entertainment that happens to pass by on Main Street and the hub grass and fountains just outside.
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The Plaza Restaurant is open daily for lunch and dinner and serves up American classics from limited, but delicious, identical menus. To begin any meal at The Plaza Restaurant, Guests can enjoy a selection of beverages including soft drinks and coffee as well as a selection of beer and wine which are only offered at table service locations within the Magic Kingdom.
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Appetizers at The Plaza Restaurant include some hearty and light favorites that Guests are sure to enjoy. The BLT Salad features fresh iceberg lettuce, tomato, house-made bacon, and green goddess dressing for a light way to start off a meal, and it also pairs perfectly with the soup of the day which Cast Members will inform Guests of at the beginning of each meal.
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Guests can also enjoy the plant-based Chili appetizer which features a pinto bean chili with cashew cream and lime wedge as well as Seared Crab Cakes with crispy apple slaw. Those who are looking to share an appetizer (or are just really hungry!) can opt for the favorite Plaza Loaded Fries which serves two and tops perfectly fried fries with melted cheddar cheese, house-made bacon, and green onions.
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The entrées at The Plaza Restaurant all bring the flavors and ingredients of American classics to life, beginning with the Home-Style Meatloaf. This warm and comforting meal features a decent-sized potion that is accompanied by mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables and is a favorite of many Guests.
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Several sandwich options are served each day at The Plaza Restaurant, including the signature Plaza Turkey Club. This popular sandwich tops toasted sourdough bread with roasted turkey, house-made bacon, lettuce, tomato, and mayonnaise for a perfectly executed take on a true American classic. It’s also worth noting that while the Plaza Turkey Club sounds simple, it is a very filling option with surprisingly more turkey and toppings than one might think!
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Guests who are looking to enjoy a warm sandwich can order the Roast Beef Au Jus for a hearty and comforting option for both lunch and dinner. The sandwich is served on a toasted sub roll which is filled with a large portion of house-cooked roast beef, caramelized onions, and peppers and then drizzled with horseradish sauce. The sandwich is also served with a side of au jus for Guests to dip into, making each bite flavorful and moist!
The final sandwich on the menu is a Monte Cristo Sandwich which uses a special batter for a totally unique take on a classic. House-made bacon, roasted turkey, and provolone are combined and then deep-fried in a light and airy funnel cake batter to elevate this sandwich to another level! The whole thing is then sprinkled with powdered sugar and special EARidescent decoration for the 50th anniversary and served with a side of strawberry jam to add a layer of sweetness to the meal.
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Burger fans who dine at The Plaza Restaurant can order The Main Street Burger, which is packed with big flavors and indulgent toppings. A seven-ounce all-beef patty is served on a flour-dusted Kaiser bun and topped with cheddar, house-made bacon, lettuce, tomato, sunny-side up egg, beer-battered onion rings, and roasted poblano mayonnaise for a spicy, fresh, and crunchy bite that will leave Guests wanting more!
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Guests who are looking to enjoy a plant-based meal at The Plaza Restaurant have one entrée option to choose from that still features some great flavors and satisfying ingredients. The Chili-Impossible Burger features an Impossible Burger topped with chili, grilled mushrooms, lettuce, and tomato with a side of fries, making it a filling and delicious plant-based option that is sure to satisfy Guests before they head back out to enjoy all that the Magic Kingdom has to offer.
The Plaza Restaurant is also attached to The Plaza Ice Cream Shop which is beloved by many Guests as it serves up old-fashioned hand-scooped ice cream delicacies with all the fixings. This makes dessert at The Plaza Restaurant a must-have, so Guests should absolutely plan ahead and leave some space for some delicious treats!
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Milk Shakes are a popular choice at The Plaza Restaurant and can be ordered in a variety of flavors that are topped with whipped cream and a cherry. Those looking to completely indulge can order their milkshake with their meal and dip their fries into it to take it to a whole other level of deliciousness!
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Plant-based Guests can also enjoy a wonderful dessert option with the Dark Chocolate-Banana Bread Pudding with Soy Milk Frozen-Dessert. Served in individual skillets, the sticky bread pudding pairs perfectly with rich chocolate and creamy soy-based ice cream on top, making it a satisfying option to enjoy for either lunch or dinner.
Guests who are looking to enjoy a classic sundae option can indulge in the Original Banana Split which features one scoop each of chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry ice creams topped with an entire banana, hot fudge, strawberry sauce, crushed pineapple, chopped nuts, whipped cream, and a cherry. This dessert is as photogenic as it is delicious, but Guests might forget to stop and take a photo before digging in since it looks so amazing!
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Another sundae option is The Plaza Restaurant Sundae which features Guests’ choice of ice cream with hot fudge, strawberry sauce, crushed pineapple, chopped nuts, whipped cream, and a cherry for a very classic dessert choice. There is also the Omnibus Sundae which pays homage to the classic Main Street vehicle and combines chocolate and vanilla ice cream topped with hot fudge, raspberry sauce, chocolate sauce, candied walnuts, whipped cream, and a cherry.
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The final dessert on the menu is the “Cheers to 50 Years!” specialty item, being served just for the Walt Disney World Resort 50th anniversary celebration. This indulgent dessert features chocolate and vanilla ice cream, brownies, cupcakes, cookie crumbles, pretzel rods, hot fudge, whipped cream, EARidescent sugar, a Mickey pretzel, caramel sauce, and chocolate icing for a totally over the top and delicious dessert option.
The Plaza Restaurant is such a charming location to enjoy lunch or dinner in the Magic Kingdom, as it perfectly combines the turn-of-the-century charm and elegance with casual and classic American favorites. With such delicious menu options and indulgent ice cream treats, The Plaza Restaurant is a must-do on any visit to the Magic Kingdom!
