Disney World Reopens Popular Restaurant After Extended Closure With Dining & Menu Changes

A restaurant at Walt Disney World has been closed for several months as Disney continues a sweeping, multi-year overhaul of its flagship resort hotel. Disney recently announced another restaurant closure for the new year. See Disney ride refurbishments happening this month.

The restaurant has now reopened with a new dining format, new menu items, and an updated design. We have details on all of these changes, including food photos, a look at the full menus for all mealtimes, and a before-and-after of the restaurant’s transformation. Mickey Visit brings you the latest Disney news and planning resources, including our review of a Magic Kingdom restaurant with a secret menu and Disney World hotel refurbishments announced for 2027.

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Grand Floridian Café Reopening

Grand Floridian outside

Grand Floridian Café, a table service restaurant at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, closed for refurbishment in July 2026. The project was the latest in a long list of resort-wide updates, including refreshed Mary Poppins guest rooms, a new lobby bar, and the reopening of the resort’s signature tea experience after a six-year closure. Work will continue across Grand Floridian through 2027.

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A casualty of this new era for the Grand Floridian is its annual gingerbread house, which won’t return for 2026.

During the refurbishment of Grand Floridian Café, the restaurant served brunch at the nearby Cítricos, which is usually open only for dinner.

Grand Floridian Café reopens today, November 2, 2026, with a new dining format. The restaurant now serves three traditional mealtimes:

  • Breakfast: 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM
  • Lunch: 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM
  • Dinner: 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM

This follows another Walt Disney World restaurant, Olivia’s Café at Disney’s Old Key West Resort, removing its brunch option last month.

Before and after restaurant interior

Disney updated the design of Grand Floridian Café during the restaurant’s closure. The mint green aesthetic is more prominent, and the tables, chairs, and carpet have all been replaced.

Restaurant dining room seating
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With its reopening, Grand Floridian Café is debuting four new menu items.

Cinnamon roll
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Apple Butter Cinnamon Roll with cinnamon-caramel crumb | $8 | Served at breakfast

Club sandwich
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The Club: House-roasted turkey, carved ham, bacon, herbed cheese spread, crispy onions, tomato focaccia, house-seasoned steak fries | $19 | Served at lunch

Cobb salad
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Cobb Salad: Romaine, house-roasted turkey, bacon, avocado, tomato, egg, blue cheese, Cobb dressing | $21 | Served at lunch

Fried green tomatoes
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Fried Green Tomatoes with remoulade sauce | $12 | Served at lunch and dinner

In other Grand Floridian dining news, two of its restaurants recently received MICHELIN honors. See also our review of the hotel’s character breakfast. Keep reading for the full menu for all three meals at the newly refurbished Grand Floridian Café.

Full Breakfast Menu for Grand Floridian Café

Restaurant dining room seating
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Breakfast is served at Grand Floridian Café from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Appetizers

Fresh Fruit Bowl: with Coconut-Pineapple Sorbet – $15.00

Yogurt Parfait: House-made Granola, Pineapple, Salted Caramel, and Greek Yogurt – $12.00

Bananas Foster-style Steel-cut Oatmeal: Served with a Freshly Baked Banana Bread Muffin – $11.00

Apple Butter-Cinnamon Roll: with Cinnamon-Caramel Crumb – $8.00

Entrées

Buttermilk-fried Chicken and Waffle: Hand-breaded Chicken Breast, Waffle, Hot Honey – $27.00

Steak and Eggs: 6-oz New York Strip Steak with House-made Steak Sauce, Two Eggs Any Style, Cheesy Hash Brown Casserole – $27.00

Floridian-style Eggs Benedict: Two poached eggs, Johnny Cakes, Pulled Pork, and Poblano Hollandaise served with Marinated Tomato Salad – $20.00

Avocado Toast: Avocado, Fire-roasted Tomatoes, Micro Greens on Multigrain Toast (Plant-based) – $13.00

The Grand Breakfast: Two Eggs served with Bacon, Sausage, and Cheesy Hash Brown Casserole – $17.00

Seasonal Quiche: with Arugula Salad and Fingerling Potatoes – $17.00

Pancakes and Waffles

Mickey-shaped Waffle: with Bacon or Sausage – $17.00

Seasonal Buttermilk Pancakes: with Bacon or Sausage – $20.00

Sides

Hand-cut Maple-glazed Bacon – $7.00

Grits: Cheddar, Chives – $6.00

House-made Breakfast Sausage: Garlic, Sage – $6.00

Kids’ Appetizers (à la carte)

Fruit Salad – $5.25

Strawberry Yogurt – $3.25

Kids’ Create-Your-Own Entrées (choose one)

Scrambled Egg: served with choice of two (2) Selections and choice of Small Lowfat Milk, Small DASANI Water, or Small Minute Maid Apple Juice – $11.00

Mickey Ears to You Waffles: Served with choice of two (2) Selections and choice of Small Lowfat Milk, Small DASANI Water, or Small Minute Maid Apple Juice – $11.00

Minnie Grand Pancake: with Sprinkles and served with choice of two (2) Selections and choice of Small Lowfat Milk, Small DASANI Water, or Small Minute Maid Apple Juice – $11.00

Oatmeal with Apples – $11.00

Kids’ Create-Your-Own Selections (choose two)

Bacon

Fruit Salad

Potatoes

Sausage

Sliced Apples

Kid’s Specialty Drink

Specialty Character Drink: Minute Maid Zero Sugar Lemonade with flavors of Cotton Candy served in a souvenir Character Cup – $7.00

Non-Alcoholic Specialties

Lavender Lemonade: Minute Maid Premium Lemonade with flavors of Lavender – $7.29

So Many Wishes: Pomegranate Green Tea, Hibiscus, Lemon, and a dash of Star Dust – $6.79

Assorted Fountain Beverages: Coca-Cola, Diet Coke, Coca-Cola Zero Sugar, Sprite, or Minute Maid Zero Sugar Lemonade

Specialty Hot Beverages Featuring Freshly Brewed Joffrey’s Coffee

Double Espresso – $5.99

Cappuccino – $5.79

Coffee – $4.99

Caffé Latté – $5.79

Beer (Draft/Bottle/Can $8.50 – $12.75)

Stella Artois – Belgium

Dogfish Head 90 Minute IPA – Milton, DE

Angry Orchard Crisp Apple Hard Cider – Cincinnati, OH

Sparkling and White Wines

Nino Franco Rustico Prosecco, Veneto: This Pale straw-colored wine offers a bright, floral aroma with fruity notes, and a texture that is creamy and refreshing, leading to a persistent, balanced finish

Veuve Clicquot Brut, Reims, France

Rosé and Red Wines

MacMurray Estate Vineyards Pinot Noir, Central Coast: Raspberry and cherry cola aromas and flavors are balanced in a silky and long, elegant finish

Simi Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley: Black fruit flavor is followed by plum and black cherry with a mild peppery finish of roasted coffee notes and supple yet firm tannins

Figuière ‘Signature Magali’ Côtes de Provence, France

Specialty Cocktails

Sunrise Margarita: Teremana Blanco Tequila, Grand Marnier Liqueur, Agave, Lime, Hella Cocktail Co. Smoked Chili Bitters – $19.00

Legacy Mimosa: Uncle Nearest 1884 Small Batch Tennessee Whiskey, Grand Marnier Liqueur, Chateau Ste. Michelle Sparkling Wine, and Minute Maid® Orange Juice – $21.00

Island Fusion Punch: Mount Gay Eclipse Rum, Minute Maid Passion Fruit Orange Guava Juice, DOLE Pineapple Juice, Lime Juice – $17.00

Bloody Mary: Tito’s Handmade Vodka, House-made Bloody Mary Mix – $17.00

Maple-Vanilla Espresso Martini: Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Kahlúa Coffee Liqueur, Espresso, Maple-Vanilla Simple Syrup – $19.00

Citrus Old Fashioned: Michter’s Small Batch Rye Whiskey, House-made Orange Syrup, Aromatic Bitters, Orange Bitters – $21.00

Full Lunch Menu for Grand Floridian Café

Grand Floridian

Lunch is served at Grand Floridian Café from 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM

Appetizers

Crisp Calamari: Pickled Peppers, Frisée, Lemon-Garlic Aioli – $16.00

Tomato Basil Soup: Roasted Tomatoes, Basil Pesto, Parmesan Crisp – $10.00

Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail: Citrus-poached Shrimp, House-made Cocktail Sauce – $19.00

Loaded Steak Fries: Sour Cream, Bacon Jam, Chives – $12.00

Salads

Classic Caesar Salad: Romaine, Garlic Croutons, Parmesan, Caesar Dressing – $14.00

Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad: Grilled Chicken Breast, Romaine, Garlic Croutons, Parmesan, Caesar Dressing – $20.00

Harvest Grain Salad: Quinoa, Baby Spinach, Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Dried Cranberries, Feta, Maple-Balsamic Vinaigrette – $17.00

Cobb Salad: Romaine, House-roasted Turkey, Bacon, Avocado, Tomato, Hard-Boiled Egg, Blue Cheese, Cobb Dressing – $21.00

Entrées

The Prime Burger: Half-pound Signature Blend, Aged Cheddar, Bacon Jam, Lettuce, Tomato, Brioche Bun, Steak Fries – $22.00

Blackened Fish Tacos: Local Catch, Cilantro-Lime Slaw, Avocado Crema, Pico de Gallo, Corn Tortillas – $21.00

Classic Turkey Club: House-roasted Turkey, Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, Mayo, Toasted Sourdough, House Chips – $18.00

Miso-glazed Salmon: Lemon-scented Sticky Rice, Haricot Vert, Ginger-Soy Vinaigrette – $28.00

Steak Frites*: 8-oz Flat Iron Steak, Herb Butter, Hand-cut Seasoned Fries – $31.00

Sides

Charred Broccolini: Herb Vinaigrette, Ricotta Salata, Sunflower Seeds – $6.00

House-made Potato Chips: Seasoned with Sea Salt and Herbs – $5.00

Creamed Corn: Crispy Onions, Chives – $6.00

Desserts

New York Style Cheesecake: Berry Compote, Whipped Cream – $10.00

Chocolate Lava Cake: Warm Molten Center, Vanilla Bean Ice Cream – $11.00

Seasonal Fruit Sorbet Trio: Chef’s Selection of Daily Fruit Sorbets – $9.00

Kids’ Appetizers

Chopped Romaine Salad: with Ranch Dressing – $5.25

Fruit Salad – $5.25

French Fries – $3.25

Kids’ Create-Your-Own Entrées

Cheeseburger: Served with choice of two (2) Selections and choice of Small Lowfat Milk, Small DASANI Water, or Small Minute Maid Apple Juice – $14.00

Chicken Strips: Served with choice of two (2) Selections and choice of Small Lowfat Milk, Small DASANI Water, or Small Minute Maid Apple Juice – $13.00

Grilled Chicken Breast: Served with choice of two (2) Selections and choice of Small Lowfat Milk, Small DASANI Water, or Small Minute Maid Apple Juice – $14.00

Macaroni and Cheese: Served with choice of two (2) Selections and choice of Small Lowfat Milk, Small DASANI Water, or Small Minute Maid Apple Juice – $12.00

Kids’ Create-Your-Own Selections

Sautéed Green Beans

Rice

Macaroni and Cheese

Salad with Fat-free Ranch Dressing

Fruit Salad

French Fries

Kids’ Specialty Drink

Specialty Character Drink: Minute Maid Zero Sugar Lemonade with flavors of Cotton Candy served in a souvenir Character Cup – $7.00

Non-Alcoholic Specialties

Lavender Lemonade: Minute Maid Premium Lemonade with flavors of Lavender – $7.29

So Many Wishes: Pomegranate Green Tea, Hibiscus, Lemon, and a dash of Star Dust – $6.29

Specialty Hot Beverages

Featuring Freshly Brewed Joffrey’s Coffee

Double Espresso – $5.99

Coffee – $4.99

Cappuccino – $5.79

Caffé Latté – $5.79

Beer

Draft/Bottle/Can ($8.50 – $12.75)

Stella Artois – Belgium

Dogfish Head 90 Minute IPA – Milton, DE

Angry Orchard Crisp Apple Hard Cider – Cincinnati, OH

Sparkling/White Wines

Nino Franco Rustico Prosecco, Veneto: This Pale straw-colored wine offers a bright, floral aroma with fruity notes, and a texture that is creamy and refreshing, leading to a persistent, balanced finish

Veuve Clicquot Brut, Reims, France

Rosé/Red Wines

MacMurray Estate Vineyards Pinot Noir, Central Coast: Raspberry and cherry cola aromas and flavors are balanced in a silky and long, elegant finish

Simi Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley: Black fruit flavor is followed by plum and black cherry with a mild peppery finish of roasted coffee notes and supple yet firm tannins

Figuière ‘Signature Magali’ Côtes de Provence, France

Specialty Cocktails

Citrus Old Fashioned: Michter’s Small Batch Rye Whiskey, House-made Orange Syrup, Aromatic Bitters, Orange Bitters – $19.00

Maple-Vanilla Espresso Martini: Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Kahlúa Coffee Liqueur, Espresso, Maple-Vanilla Bean Simple Syrup – $19.00

Sunrise Margarita: Teremana Blanco Tequila, Grand Marnier Liqueur, Agave, Lime, Hella Cocktail Co. Smoked Chili Bitters – $19.00

Pomegranate Paradiso: Figenza Fig Vodka, Pomegranate, Lemon, and Pineapple Juices – $18.00

Spicy Paloma: Teremana Blanco Tequila, Hella Cocktail Co. Smoked Chili Bitters, Grapefruit Soda with a Chili-Lime Rim – $18.00

Full Dinner Menu for Grand Floridian Café

Grand Floridian pool play area

Dinner is served at Disney’s Grand Floridian Café from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

Appetizers

Crisp Calamari: Pickled Peppers, Frisee, Lemon-Garlic Aioli – $17.00

Roasted Tomato Basil Soup: Roasted Tomatoes, Basil Pesto, Parmesan Crisp – $11.00

Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail: Citrus-poached Shrimp, House-made Cocktail Sauce – $19.00

Loaded Steak Fries: Sour Cream, Bacon Jam, Chives – $12.00

Salads

Classic Caesar Salad: Romaine, Garlic Croutons, Parmesan, Caesar Dressing – $14.00

Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad: Grilled Chicken Breast, Romaine, Garlic Croutons, Parmesan, Caesar Dressing – $20.00

Harvest Grain Salad: Quinoa, Baby Spinach, Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Dried Cranberries, Feta, Maple-Balsamic Vinaigrette – $17.00

Cobb Salad: Romaine, House-roasted Turkey, Bacon, Avocado, Tomato, Hard-Boiled Egg, Blue Cheese, Cobb Dressing – $21.00

Entrées

The Prime Burger: Half-pound Signature Blend, Aged Cheddar, Bacon Jam, Lettuce, Tomato, Brioche Bun, Steak Fries – $24.00

Pan-Seared Halibut: Lemon-Herb Butter, Asparagus, Fingerling Potatoes – $38.00

Slow-Braised Short Rib: Red Wine Reduction, Creamy Mashed Potatoes, Glazed Carrots – $36.00

Miso-Glazed Salmon: Lemon-scented Sticky Rice, Haricot Vert, Ginger-Soy Vinaigrette – $32.00

Filet Mignon: 8-oz Prime Cut, Truffle Butter, Roasted Mushrooms, Broccolini – $48.00

Sides

Charred Broccolini: Herb Vinaigrette, Ricotta Salata, Sunflower Seeds – $7.00

Creamed Corn: Crispy Onions, Chives – $7.00

Truffle Macaroni and Cheese: Cavatappi Pasta, White Cheddar Sauce, Herb Breadcrumbs – $10.00

Desserts

New York Style Cheesecake: Berry Compote, Whipped Cream – $10.00

Chocolate Lava Cake: Warm Molten Center, Vanilla Bean Ice Cream – $11.00

Tiramisu: Espresso-soaked Ladyfingers, Mascarpone Cream, Cocoa Powder – $10.00

Kids’ Appetizers

Chopped Romaine Salad: with Ranch Dressing – $5.25

Fruit Salad – $5.25

French Fries – $3.25

Kids’ Create-Your-Own Entrées

Cheeseburger: Served with choice of two Selections and choice of Small Lowfat Milk, Small DASANI Water, or Small Minute Maid Apple Juice – $14.00

Chicken Strips: Served with choice of two Selections and choice of Small Lowfat Milk, Small DASANI Water, or Small Minute Maid Apple Juice – $13.00

Grilled Chicken Breast: Served with choice of two Selections and choice of Small Lowfat Milk, Small DASANI Water, or Small Minute Maid Apple Juice – $14.00

Macaroni and Cheese: Served with choice of two Selections and choice of Small Lowfat Milk, Small DASANI Water, or Small Minute Maid Apple Juice – $12.00

Kids’ Create-Your-Own Selections

Sauteed Green Beans

Rice

Macaroni and Cheese

Salad with Fat-free Ranch Dressing

Fruit Salad

French Fries

Kids’ Specialty Drink

Specialty Character Drink: Minute Maid Zero Sugar Lemonade with flavors of Cotton Candy served in a souvenir Character Cup – $7.00

Non-Alcoholic Specialties

Lavender Lemonade: Minute Maid Premium Lemonade with flavors of Lavender – $7.29

So Many Wishes: Pomegranate Green Tea, Hibiscus, Lemon, and a dash of Star Dust – $6.29

Specialty Hot Beverages

Featuring Freshly Brewed Joffreys Coffee

Double Espresso – $5.99

Coffee – $4.99

Cappuccino – $5.79

Caffe Latte – $5.79

Beer

Draft/Bottle/Can ($8.50 – $12.75)

Stella Artois – Belgium

Dogfish Head 90 Minute IPA – Milton, DE

Angry Orchard Crisp Apple Hard Cider – Cincinnati, OH

Sparkling/White Wines

Nino Franco Rustico Prosecco, Veneto: This Pale straw-colored wine offers a bright, floral aroma with fruity notes, and a texture that is creamy and refreshing, leading to a persistent, balanced finish

Veuve Clicquot Brut, Reims, France

Rosé/Red Wines

MacMurray Estate Vineyards Pinot Noir, Central Coast: Raspberry and cherry cola aromas and flavors are balanced in a silky and long, elegant finish

Simi Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley: Black fruit flavor is followed by plum and black cherry with a mild peppery finish of roasted coffee notes and supple yet firm tannins

Figuiere Signature Magali Cotes de Provence, France

Specialty Cocktails

Citrus Old Fashioned: Michters Small Batch Rye Whiskey, House-made Orange Syrup, Aromatic Bitters, Orange Bitters – $19.00

Maple-Vanilla Espresso Martini: Titos Handmade Vodka, Kahlua Coffee Liqueur, Espresso, Maple-Vanilla Bean Simple Syrup – $19.00

Sunrise Margarita: Teremana Blanco Tequila, Grand Marnier Liqueur, Agave, Lime, Hella Cocktail Co. Smoked Chili Bitters – $19.00

Pomegranate Paradiso: Figenza Fig Vodka, Pomegranate, Lemon, and Pineapple Juices – $18.00

Spicy Paloma: Teremana Blanco Tequila, Hella Cocktail Co. Smoked Chili Bitters, Grapefruit Soda with a Chili-Lime Rim – $18.00

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