Disney’s theme parks are known for crafting memorable experiences, but for one unfortunate guest at Disneyland Paris, the memory involved moldy food.
On the whole, Disney’s parks have made significant strides in enhancing their food offerings over the years. From creative snacks to gourmet meals, the company’s culinary landscape has flourished, with Disney World even boasting the nation’s first Michelin-starred theme park restaurant in the form of Victoria & Albert’s at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa.
However, there are still a few notable exceptions.
Disneyland Paris, despite being located in France, a country celebrated for its cuisine, continues to underwhelm when it comes to food quality and variety.
Issues With Dining at Disneyland Paris
Guests have long lamented the park’s limited (yet still expensive) dining options and inconsistent service. Some restaurants, such as Victoria’s Home-Style Restaurant, operate on restrictive schedules, with some open for as little as five hours a day.
The resort’s hotels also lack convenient quick-service venues (with the exception of Starbucks), unlike Walt Disney World’s All-Star Resorts. Disney Village, a key dining area, remains under extensive renovation, leaving guests with few choices once the parks close each evening.
These frustrations have come to a head in several incidents over the years – including a visitor who reported being served moldy bread at The Steakhouse, one of Disney Village’s pricier dining establishments.
Mouldy bread from the steakhouse today
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Guest Discovers Moldy Bread at Disneyland Paris Restaurant
The guest shared a photo of the moldy bread on Reddit, accompanied by the caption, “Mouldy bread from the Steakhouse today.”
The Steakhouse, inspired by 1950s Chicago, is known for its premium pricing, with steak dishes costing up to €44 (USD $52). Despite its upscale image, the restaurant has struggled to deliver on expectations. The affected guest noted that while the moldy bread was replaced, the staff offered no apology. Their overall impression of the venue was damning, calling it “overpriced and genuinely poor.”
Other Disney fans echoed similar sentiments online.
One described The Steakhouse as “the worst restaurant I’ve eaten at anywhere in the world.” Another recounted being served a frozen Mickey doughnut and questioned why a theme park in France, of all places, fails to deliver fresh croissants or crepes. They criticized Disneyland Paris for “cheaping out on food while charging a premium.”
The resort’s dining woes come at a time of significant change. Walt Disney Studios Park is undergoing a massive transformation, with new lands and attractions like World of Frozen, a Tangled (2010)-themed ride, and a Lion King (1994)-inspired area on the way.
Additionally, the park – which will also be renamed Disney Adventure World in 2026 – will welcome The Regal View Restaurant, a new dining venue that many hope will elevate the resort’s food scene.
What do you think about the food at Disneyland Paris?
