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Location: Magic Kingdom
Crystal Palace is a buffet style restaurant on the end of Main Street facing Cinderella Castle. This spot serves breakfast, lunch and dinner and features the cute characters from Winnie the Pooh.
Our family still goes here occasionally for sentimental reasons and we always have a nice time. When my sisters were young, this was a must-do for our family with the Winnie the Pooh characters!
What we like:
This is a great spot for big groups and families with small children. The buffet style makes it very easy if you have picky eaters. Winnie the Pooh and friends come around to the tables to sign autographs and take pictures with your group. It usually takes about an hour for them to all come around to the table, so take your time eating! Don’t worry, dessert is included in the buffet (there’s even an ice cream machine!).
Things to note:
I would not recommend this spot unless you have younger kids. While it’s a great location on Main Street, the food and atmosphere are just okay. It can be very noisy and busy with the characters coming around, so if you’re a group with older kids or adults, I would choose somewhere else.
WDW Park Planners Tip:
Even with a reservation, you will end up waiting for your table once you check in. Make your reservation for 15-30 minutes earlier than you normally would book. While you wait, sit outside on the benches and take in the sites and sounds of Main Street and the Castle area.