Ultimate Guide to the Best Food in Disneyland

Disneyland has ZERO CHILL when it comes to REALLY good theme park food. So what items should YOU be prioritizing for your upcoming west coast trip? We’ve got our FAVORITE sweet, salty, and downright scrumptious items for you to add to your “must eats” itinerary, here on DFB Guide!
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[@nolaesq]

So glad you are doing more Disneyland food videos as we visit both WDW & DL every year. Please do more for the holidays so we know what treats to get!

[@khelerp]

Hey I am starting my Disney channel and will doing this stuff too 🙂

[@roseblossom166]

How do you afford that..?

[@shine_bright5084]

@@roseblossom166because they are probably extremely rich, at this point the average family of four cant even afford a trip to disneyland once

[@caisis2]

YES to a Pt. 2 that includes table service AND Downtown Disney spots! "Team Matterhorn" coconutty-goodness ALL the way! taste and preservability for "later" give it the edge! But I DO also enjoy the raspberry macaron, though it's a bit of an "acquired" taste I think, especially for kids! I *suspect* that some rose water is used in the making of the delectable delight but I have no factual evidence to support my statement; just my taste buds! LOL! As always, love your informative vids and ESPECIALLY the DLR ones since I'm ON the left coast and DLR is my only real Disney destination!

[@ceekay2390]

Turkish Delight has a rose flavour option as well, and I just love it. Although, I think I'm the only one. *L*

[@melissaladd3632]

Just got back from Disneyland/DCA and we were surprised how good the bacon macaroni and cheese in the bread cone is at Cozy Cone. My son liked the chili queso one. I agree with the toffee and the breakfast chimichanga. I was pleasantly surprised by that chimichanga.

[@BillBorneman-nh8wi]

Yes please part 2 would be great. What about the baked potatoes, I have heard good things but never had one.

[@ghostbear1]

The Matterhorn macaroon is hands down the best treat at Disneyland.

[@emilycurtis4398]

The Mint Julep will be so fun with a Tiana's Palace look. The vibe of that area is already "Southern Charm" so that'll be cute.

[@andrewhall8757]

Please do a part 2 of this video. I would love to see the table service restaurants.

[@debbabe2254]

Team Matterhorn Macaroon all the way! Please do part 2. You forgot thw cookies sold in the lobby of the Grand Californian. The gingerbread cookies are legendary. Love seeing Disneyland get some love from the Walt Disney World...er...Disney Food Blog. TEAM DISNEYLAND!

[@jeanettesmith765]

I don't see it on the menu. I'm going in Dec and want one!

[@jsciv123]

Team Matterhorn Macaroon here. Also: the hand pies are a cool hidden treat! Five different flavors each at a different location around the resort, the pastry has a perfect crumble and the flavors all pop in their own ways!

[@mrswhite808]

Is that shredded coconut in the Matterhorn macaroon or just flavor? I don’t like chewy, fibrous coconut meat.

[@77Scarlet]

AJ giving Land the love and respect it deserves❣️

[@cherylh3091]

First, the raspberry macarons do taste like perfume! Second, please make a part 2!!

[@gravenewromance]

I'm obsessed with the traditional churros! I also love the frozen apple juice in fantasy land! Oh and the sun dried tomato chicken pesto pasta in tomorrow land! There's so many good foods!

[@macyfinck4963]

First ever trip to Disneyland in October! Drop part 2 any time you want!

[@keclayton113]

same for me! So Excited

[@davidthedeaf]

Our second time ever in September and just need to know foods for the main Disneyland because no way we can see both parks. Too much to do.

[@marshasue100]

Me too in November! This video is great and has my mouth watering!

[@jorgesnote2]

You forgot the birria tacos at cucamonga cocina. Easily one of the most delicious foods at either park.

[@lisadesilets9444]

Breakfast Chimichanga is worth getting to the park early for before they sell out!!! 😋 Also, my favourite thing of all time is the Quesa Birria Tacos at Cocina Cucamonga!!🌮

[@RobertoLombardiActor]

I'm eating ALL of these when we visit Disneyland on Halloween 2023!! Oh, and I agree that the food is way better in Disneyland! I have to also mention brunch at Storytellers!

[@kaelabailey6840]

Yes! Please do a part 2. We would love to know what to get in downtown Disney California!

[@lizzieisweird12]

I can watch these now my exams are over lol

[@ericakertis7331]

Leaving for Disneyland tomorrow (first time). I can't wait to try the Matterhorn macaroon.

[@debbabe2254]

Have a wonderful time!

[@neonxfirefly]

Lamplight has the BEST brussel sprouts I've ever had anywhere. Also the poke is good. Salmon blt is amazing. Love the lobster nachos. I will try the potato's next!

[@shannonglanville6104]

Yes! The Matterhorn macaroons are very good! ❤❤

[@aearmir2044]

YES PLEASE! Used to be a WDW goer.... but now with a baby, its just easier in DLR and have been missing the DFB foodie guides for the west coast! Keep em coming! We are heading over there in October for the Halloween season!

[@zeroconsequences]

Specifically for the Bengal Barbeque; it is worth it to go during the busiest times of the day due to the high turnover of ingredients for those skewers. If you go at 3pm or 9pm at night when the rush is down, you may get tough and stringy asparagus or chewy meats due to being warmed over for a few hours. It's best to mobile order in the morning for a noon pick up and grab a riverside seat over at Tropical Hideaway. Enjoy!

[@livc1981]

I'm actually a yeam Matterhorn brownie from Jolly Holiday Bakery. Literally the best brownie I've ever had. 😎👍💗

[@jefferybonem7336]

I worked in food service at Disneyland from 1974 until 1982. Lots of great memories.

[@jimmywheeler3601]

Would love a part 2 as a west coast resident!!

[@haleyallen8896]

TEAM MATTERHORN MACAROON! And my favorite treat is the dill pickle popcorn in Car’s Land!

[@disneylandgirlygirl]

THANK YOU for doing Disneyland!!! It's my home and love when you spotlight Disneyland!! I vote part 2 and MORE Disneyland videos!! 🙌❤️

[@Magsplanstravel]

Yes, part 2 please!!! I’m heading there in a few months and need to know what to get!!!

[@matthewungar601]

Heading to DL for the first time since 2001 this August, and I’m very excited for the churros and beignets. Thanks for all the tips, AJ!

[@kittentalons]

RE: Jolly Holiday - there really can't be a right answer. These are definitely my top two. Raspberry Rose gets points for being a little more rare and a little more hard to acquire at times since it is often sold out. Matterhorn macaroon gets points for everything you described. Plus the price cannot be beat. They're both so different! We are lucky to have them both :-)

[@juliebeehappy]

Going the end of next month to Disneyland and was excited to see these picks! Would love to see more Disneyland content. Looking forward to trying the cheese stick at the Corn Dog Castle.

[@donnamcduffie8457]

I sure could use one of your food guides for Disneyland! 😊 PS, coconut Matterhorn all the way!

[@pchyblrina59]

Yes!!!!! This was amazing. Thank you for doing more DL videos. Part II please! 😊

[@Merina2222]

This will be so helpful for my upcoming trip! Would love to see you do more videos on eats at Disneyland 😊

[@KARINCLANE]

I would have added Darth by Chocolate to that list. I know it’s another one that is seasonal and sells out quickly, but if you order early enough, at Galactic Grill, you will know why it is so high in demand.

[@debracartier2947]

Thank you for highlighting the best foods and snacks from Disneyland and DCA! California girl here! ❤❤❤

[@user-bn7xn9oh1c]

This was such a HUGE help! Going to Disneyland this summer for the first time & just made 2 reservations from watching this! Any suggestions for gluten free snacks?

[@kellydooling]

yes! please do a part 2. also, you are right, aj. the matterhorn macaroon is much better. 😄

[@vivianescobar7245]

THANK YOU! First time at Disneyland this week and I was torn about getting the Raspberry Rose macaroon. Not a big fan of rose and love your honest opinion! Looks like I’m gonna get the Matterhorn macaroon! 😍

[@adorablenymph]

I'm offended that you left off the Fried Chicken at Flo's in DCA. I literally dream about that chicken in between trips. It is the one place we make sure we go to during every trip.

[@shannonglanville6104]

Love love love the Chocolate Smash Bar! ❤❤❤❤❤. My favorite thing I ate at Disneyland last week.

[@joshu7980]

Ronto wrap at Ronto Roasters, simple, tasty, and filling. Disneyland perfection.

[@jeanettesmith765]

I love those!

[@Adam-gm6of]

I been out to Disneyland plenty of times over the past 2 years, had an annual pass from end of 2021-2022. But I just booked my a trip for my birthday, so am I very excited bout this video, so thank you.

[@aubreydegraffenried840]

Raspberry Macarons are the best for sure!!

[@user-yk4yh5sn5m]

Yes AJ please more Disneyland vids!!!

[@luma4902]

Thank you for making this video ❤❤❤

[@johnhinton6034]

Team Matterhorn, AJ!. Bria lost me with amaretto and floral notes in a dessert.

[@mmiller7507]

Yes, need a part 2!

[@crystalcaprice]

Please do a part 2!

[@Planningmagic]

Yes, definitely a part 2!! Also, I have had both the Matterhorn Macaroon and the Mickey Macaron and while they are both great the Matterhorn gets my vote. The Macaron is too delicate and can break easily.

[@bobtheconsultant]

You got a thumbs up from me just for listing Churro Toffee as number 1

[@cameronross9376]

I loveddddd the corn on the cob in the chili lime flavor and butter flavor. That was our favorite snack.

[@jodibuchwald7886]

Could’ve used this a week ago 😂 Gonna need to remember this for next trip

[@user-re2my3qh3i]

Yes to a part 2 video! And I’m sorry but I’m totally team Raspberry Rose Macaron! It’s my most favorite treat at Disneyland!

[@neonxfirefly]

You absolutely need a part 2!

[@jeanettesmith765]

Great video! I'm visiting in Dec after a 15 year absence and can't wait to try some of the food listed here!

[@olivia_christine]

Raspberry Rose Macaron is my favorite I’m with Brea!

[@marciyoung2217]

We are going in less than 2 weeks! Cannot wait to try some of these.

[@wekabrown418]

I had both last week for the 1st time and the Matterhorn is better!!

[@makeitwithmergf]

Love Disneyland content!

[@Teeshri]

I was there in February when it was rainy and cold. My favorite was the lemon soft-serve too. I didn't have to worry about it melting tho - I swear it froze even more while I was walking around. LOL

[@taraoakes6674]

Yes, to a part 2!

[@ganjabongmaster4204]

churro toffee, churros, dole whip, pickles & popcorn: the best disney snacks!

[@foldedturnip]

I definitely want that part two

[@OHANA-Beach-Suites]

I’m so hungry now. Yummy! Love Disneyland!

[@sharakate]

The Pimento Mac and Cheese at River Belle Terrace should be on this list. It is phenomenal. I used to get the burnt ends grilled cheese but my partner kept raving about the Mac and cheese. And then it tried it and totally got it. Please do a part two and include this!

[@leighims]

One of my favorites is the loaded baked potato at Troubadour Tavern.

[@srayj]

On the very rare occasion when it’s actually open! 😂

[@mattnikoloff2867]

You guys needed to do this video a couple weeks ago! We’re WDW regulars but just took our first trip to DL last week. Next time please consult with me!

[@sugar_peas]

I plan to go to Disneyland during winter break! Can you make a video for a 4 or 5 day itinerary for the Anaheim parks?

[@tianaergang8205]

Need a part two!! going to Disneyland for the first time in a few months and need all the info I can get

[@disneygirlmo7098]

Team Matterhorn Macaroon for sure!

[@sahpem4425]

The bao buns are indeed delicious and the seating is nice, very cool and we have always found a seat.

[@soniamariadefigueiredofern8971]

Thank you!!!❤ Heloisa

[@cannibalisticrequiem]

We definitely need a Part 2 to this video! Also, so glad to see my usual go-to spot in Disneyland - Hungry Bear Restaurant made the list! Although I did not know about the Potato and Cheddar cheeseburger, their classic cheeseburger and fries has been the staple of my in-park lunch since 1998 (waaaaaaaay back when I visited the park for a day trip my middle school held for the 7th graders)! I had what I considered at the time to be the best burger and fries, and every time I've visited the parks since then, I have been chasing that standard! 🤣 Unfortunately I do not visit the parks often enough to have a gauge of quality for their burgers, and sadly I've never had that moment of nirvana again biting into "The Perfect Burger"... However I still do enjoy the classic cheeseburger and fries from Hungry Bear! I've heard people complain that the patties are "really thin" and "overcooked" sometimes to the point that they're "burnt to a crisp", and that they taste no better than what was served in the school cafeteria for Hamburger Day - personally, I don't think they're that bad (although maybe I've lucked out every time I had lunch there). They're not as great as In-N-Out (which is *the* place you should get a burger from when visiting Southern California - and I do say that as a resident and In-N-Out fan), they're more like a burger you'd get from McDonald's or Burger King (although personally I think Burger King outranks McDonald's in taste because their flame-grilled patties actually have a taste to them), sometimes they're better than expected, sometimes they're just okay. I'll admit that nostalgia is a big driving factor for me being a Hungry Bear apologist, but I would still encourage others to give it a try once and make their own decision - ideally without reading a bunch of negative reviews beforehand! (Unfortunately they're the first to come up when looking it up on Google, but I do believe that stuff like that can impact a person's judgement whether they want to admit it or not, and weighing yourself down with so many negative reviews that you form a subconscious bias against something, you end up going in with a mindset that it's going to be terrible and so you end up hyperfocusing on that and what would normally be maybe "decent" or "mid" ends up being "god awful" because you're looking to validate your bias.) What also elevates it for me is that every time I went, there were hardly any other people around! I know that looks bad from a business standpoint, but honestly I think it's great for when you want to get away from the crowds that can easily overstimulate you - and then when you pair that with the beautiful view you get with the seating area overlooking the Rivers of America while watching the occasional canoe pass by, it's like a little slice of heaven! (In fact, I'd recommend grabbing a lunch from a nearby quick service place if you really don't want to eat at the Hungry Bear, and making a beeline over there with your food and setting up a spot at one of the Hungry Bear tables on their terrace! Because the restaurant is kind of out of the way and not many people go there anyway, it's really the perfect spot for rest and relaxation!)

[@aprilwu7793]

You didn’t mention the bread cone snacks at Cozy Cone Motel in DCA! I love those!

[@sophiaschult]

wait - does wdw not get the funky weird churro flavors? that's like one of my favorite things :)

[@madisonbrazan5823]

Yes! Also, I'm so sorry, AJ. The Macaron is better.... But I absolutely LOVE that you're doing more DL food :D

[@Spug360]

Part 2 dining service please! 😊

[@AKbaby89]

Macaron: a sandwich type pastry with a top and bottom piece with a cream between the two. Macaroon: coconut patty

[@Smmckee330]

PART TWO PART TWO PART TWO!!!!

[@alymcewen4355]

I dream about the Raspberry Rose Macaron and I get it ordered first thing in the day to make sure I don’t miss out on getting one!

[@danicazl3098]

Great vid. Would love to see an option for “best food on a budget”

[@tammyarps1571]

I enjoy the Strawberry handmade pastry. It’s a lot like a pop tart but way better. Never tried the Matterhorn. I did try the macaron for the first time a few weeks ago and I wasn’t a big fan of it.

[@amberford5658]

I Love hoarding good food,to my self😆😆😁😁

[@CoryCasper]

You are both right 🤣🤣 both macron’s 18:04 are delicious

[@MsV405]

Part 2 please!

[@DamonWakefield]

Yes!! Chef Oscar was our favorite!!!!

[@mainstreetelectricalpintrade]

Got to go with the raspberry macaroon! 😋

[@ep8755]

Plaza Inn Fried Chicken is awesome.

[@meadowgreen3808]

Raspberry macarons are the best!

[@bkawahara]

Good info. Need an update to cover those not covered in this report plus the new foos ford fall & San Fransokyo Square. Thanks

[@alishalarsen634]

Beef bulgogi burrito at pacific pier, count down chicken fusilli at alien pizza planet, the skewers at bengal bbq along with a churro a day minimum are my go to things to eat at Disneyland.

[@stace.G]

Plaza Inn fried chicken is the bomb!

[@indiehippie]

Lemon soft serve is way better than pineapple dole whip!! lol I will die on this hill.

[@jeanettesmith765]

I am a huge pineapple dole whip fan but can't wait to try the lemon when I visit in December!

[@andrewhall8757]

In DCA I love the Chipotle BBQ BACON Double Cheeseburger at Smokejumpers.

[@alliwilmes4183]

Team Bria! Raspberry rose Macaron!!!

[@disneylandstudybuddy]

Yes! There is a right answer! And that right answer is the raspberry rose macaron! Those tart raspberries against the sweetness of the macaron? It's beautiful. (Full disclosure, though, I haaaaaate coconut).

[@VampireKissesSD16]

Absolutely the raspberry rose macaroon!

[@happydisneyteacher7557]

Nice! I am an AP at both Disneyland and Disney World. Disneyland consistently has better food overall. Epcot's festival food has the best food at Disney World. Disneyland also has homemade candy and better churros.

[@claveauannie]

I want classic churros. They’re the best! Keep it simple.