Walt Disney World is known for its iconic snacks—Dole Whips, giant Turkey Legs, and Mickey-shaped Ice Cream Bars, just to name a few.
But beyond the classics lies an entire menu of surprising and creative eats that many guests never discover. From warm ice cream sandwiches to African-inspired mousse domes, these unexpected dishes add a flavorful twist to your Disney adventure.
Here are six of the most unusual foods you can try at Walt Disney World—and where to find them.
6. Chocolate Baumkuchen
📍 Connections Eatery – EPCOT (World Celebration)
Hidden in plain sight at EPCOT’s Connections Eatery is a dessert most guests stroll past without realizing just how unique it is: the Chocolate Baumkuchen. This cake, whose name means “tree cake” in German, is made through an intricate process that involves brushing batter onto a rotating drum, one layer at a time, until it resembles the rings of a tree trunk when sliced.
The result? A beautifully layered cake served with chocolate ganache and whipped cream. It’s rich yet refined and offers a taste of a traditional European baking technique you’ll rarely find in a theme park setting.
Bonus: Watch chefs craft the cake in the eatery’s open kitchen. The process is just as delightful to see as it is to taste.
5. Sweet and Spicy Chicken Waffle Sandwich
📍 Sleepy Hollow Refreshments – Magic Kingdom (Liberty Square)
Tucked behind Cinderella Castle, Sleepy Hollow Refreshments is home to one of Magic Kingdom’s best-kept culinary secrets: the Sweet and Spicy Chicken Waffle Sandwich. The waffle is made fresh to order, warm and soft with just the right amount of crispness. It’s then loaded with crispy chicken coated in a sweet-and-spicy glaze and topped with slaw for texture and flavor balance.
This sandwich delivers a perfect blend of heat and sweetness—and while it’s technically handheld, you’ll want a fork and knife. It’s a little messy, but it’s 100% worth it.
4. Vegetable Tikka Masala
📍 Yak & Yeti Local Food Cafés – Disney’s Animal Kingdom (Asia)
Theme park food isn’t usually associated with global flavors, which is what makes this dish such a standout. Found at Yak & Yeti Local Food Cafés, the Vegetable Tikka Masala is hearty, aromatic, and full of bold, comforting spices.
Served with a bed of steamed white rice, this plant-forward dish features rich sauces reminiscent of your favorite takeout curry. It’s a warm, satisfying alternative to the burgers and chicken tenders found elsewhere in the parks—and a great vegetarian-friendly option, too.
3. Croque Glacé
📍 L’Artisan des Glaces – EPCOT (France Pavilion)
Forget everything you know about ice cream sandwiches. The Croque Glacé at L’Artisan des Glaces in EPCOT’s France Pavilion gives this classic treat a gourmet upgrade. A scoop of your chosen ice cream is nestled inside a brioche bun, which is then pressed warm like a panini. The outside gets toasty, while the ice cream stays cool and creamy inside.
Finished with a drizzle of chocolate or raspberry sauce, the result is a dessert that’s warm, cold, soft, and melty all at once—a completely unexpected combination that works beautifully.
2. The Grey Stuff (Plant-Based)
📍 Be Our Guest Restaurant – Magic Kingdom (New Fantasyland)
“Try the grey stuff—it’s delicious!” For years, Beauty and the Beast fans have dreamed of tasting this mysterious treat. And now you can—plant-based and all—at Be Our Guest Restaurant inside Beast’s Castle.
This version of the Grey Stuff features a rich chocolate cake, topped with a smooth cookies and cream mousse and finished with a drizzle of coconut milk caramel sauce. It’s whimsical, elegant, and just indulgent enough to live up to the animated hype.
Served during both lunch and dinner, it’s the perfect fairy-tale ending to your royal feast.
1. Zebra Domes
📍 The Mara and Boma – Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge
One of Walt Disney World’s most beloved cult desserts, Zebra Domes are bite-sized treats you’ll only find at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge. These domes feature a velvety vanilla mousse infused with Amarula Cream Liqueur, layered over a shortbread cookie base, and topped with a zebra-striped chocolate drizzle.
Lightly boozy, creamy, and totally unique, Zebra Domes are available at both Boma (as part of the buffet) and The Mara (à la carte). But if you really want to go the extra mile…
Try the Zebra Dome Cold Brew—a decadent beverage blending Joffrey’s cold brew, Godiva Chocolate Liqueur, Amarula, whipped cream, and an actual Zebra Dome perched on top. It’s dessert and cocktail combined—and absolutely unforgettable.
Final Bite
Whether you’re a foodie on a mission or just looking to mix up your usual park day eats, these offbeat dishes offer a taste of something different. From savory street food-inspired sandwiches to one-of-a-kind desserts you won’t find anywhere else, Walt Disney World is full of delicious surprises for those willing to explore beyond the basics.
