No trip to Walt Disney World is complete without saying hi to the character that started it all, Mickey Mouse. There are a number of different ways to meet Mickey; in fact, Disney World will make sure that if you want to take a photo with him, you can do so – in some instances, you don’t even need a park ticket. If you aren’t into waiting in long lines, many character dining restaurants around Disney World include Mickey Mouse.
Character dining is a great way to meet an array of characters, from the classic Fab Five (Mickey, Minnie, Pluto, Goofy, and Donald) to Disney Princesses. Most character dining options are buffets or family-style dining, catering to families where everyone can find something to enjoy. Not only does character dining eliminate the need to stand in a long line to meet the characters, but it’s also a great way to meet them in fun, unique outfits tailored specifically to that restaurant’s theme.
If you want to cross off multiple items on your Disney World to-do list at the same time (like eat breakfast and meet Mickey Mouse), consider booking an Advance Dining Reservation at one of the following restaurants.
Chef Mickey’s – Disney’s Contemporary Resort
There are few Disney World restaurants as iconic as Chef Mickey’s. It’s almost a rite of passage to bring your kids here on their first Disney World vacation. This buffet-style restaurant is found in the main building at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. Watch the Monorail pass by overhead as you meet Mickey, Minnie, Pluto, Donald, and Goofy dressed as chefs. It’s the only restaurant on Disney World property where you can meet the Fab 5 all in one spot!
Dining experience: Buffet, American cuisine
Meals served: Breakfast, Dinner
Mickey’s outfit: Chef Mickey
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‘Ohana – Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
Located at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, ‘Ohana is one of the most highly sought-after Dining Reservations across Disney World. If this is on your must-do list, book a reservation here the moment your 60-day window opens. Note that the characters (including Mickey, Pluto, Lilo, and Stitch) are only available during the Best Friends Breakfast.
Dining experience: Family-style, American and Polynesian cuisine
Meals served: Breakfast (characters do not appear for dinner)
Mickey’s outfit: Hawaiian shirt
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Garden Grill – EPCOT
While the bulk of EPCOT’s restaurants are found in World Showcase, there are a couple of great finds in the “front half” of the park. Notably, Garden Grill is a fan favorite located in the Land Pavilion. The slow-rotating restaurant comes with sneak peeks of the Living With the Land attraction down below as well as visits from Mickey, Pluto, Chip, and Dale. No matter which meal you choose, you may find a new favorite restaurant in Garden Grill.
Dining experience: Family-style, American cuisine
Meals served: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Micky’s outfit: Farmer Mickey
Topolino’s Terrace – Disney’s Riviera Resort
Named after Mickey Mouse’s name in Italian, Topolino’s Terrace can be found on the top floor of Disney’s Riviera Resort. The restaurant has sweeping views of the surrounding resort area, and the characters (Mickey, Minnie, Donald, and Daisy) are dressed in adorable artist outfits for “Breakfast à la Art.”
Dining experience: Prix fixe, American cuisine (note that dinner features French and Italian cuisine)
Meals served: Breakfast (characters do not appear for dinner)
Mickey’s outfit: Artist’s/painter’s outfit
Tusker House – Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Over in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, you will find one of the best character dining spots on Disney World property at Tusker House! This character buffet has excellent options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Not only that, but the characters (Mickey, Donald, Goofy, and Daisy) are all dressed in adorable safari outfits.
Dining experience: Buffet, American and African cuisine
Meals served: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Mickey’s Outfit: Safari Mickey
Hollywood & Vine – Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Disney’s Hollywood Studios is home to several highly-themed table-service restaurants, including Hollywood & Vine. Currently, Mickey, Minnie, and the gang appear during Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner. In the past, Disney Junior characters have appeared during breakfast instead, so be sure to check ahead of your trip for the most up-to-date information. That is when the restaurant is transformed multiple times a year into Minnie’s Seasonal Dining. The restaurant, along with the characters’ outfits, takes on a new theme each season.
Dining experience: Buffet, American cuisine
Meals served: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Mickey’s outfit: Seasonal attire (Halloween costume in the fall, Christmas-themed attire during the holidays, etc.). Here is the following lineup for themed seasonal dining as of December 2025:
- Holiday Dine: November 5, 2025 through January 4, 2026
- Silver Screen Dine: January 5, 2026 to March 10, 2026
- Springtime Dine: March 11, 2026 to May 20, 2026
- Summertime Dine: Begins May 21, 2026
Ravello – Four Seasons Resort Orlando
The final character dining option that features Mickey is a bit more exclusive than the others, but only in that it is off the beaten path and is only offered a couple of mornings per week. If you weren’t aware, there is a Four Seasons Resort found on Disney World property, and each Thursday and Saturday, the on-site restaurant Ravello hosts Good Morning Breakfast with Goofy & His Pals, including Mickey! Like every Disney World Resort hotel, you do not need to be an overnight guest to dine here – the public is welcome!
Dining Experience: Prix fixe, standard breakfast cuisine (dinners feature Italian cuisine)
Meals served: Breakfast (Thursday and Saturday mornings only. Select Tuesdays may become available during peak season. Characters do not appear for lunch or dinner or on any other day of the week).
Mickey’s outfit: Resort outfit
I hope this article helps you organize your dining priorities at Walt Disney World! Character dining, especially when you can meet Mickey Mouse, is a great way to remove a bit of stress in knowing you’ll meet some characters while enjoying a meal with family and friends. Be sure to follow along for more planning tips from Walt Disney World!
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7 Character Dining Restaurants With Mickey Mouse in Walt Disney World was originally published on The World of Spark.
