Downtown Disney Restaurants: The Best and Worst
Alright, so Downtown Disney restaurants aren’t going to show up on a Michelin star list any time soon—but if you find yourself wandering this place after a long day at the park, you’ll have to decide on one.
Which Downtown Disney restaurant is best?
Catal has an upscale feel and delicious coastal cuisine, including their signature Paella. However, if you want to stick with a fun theme, check out Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen.
Salmon entree at Catal. Yum!
Ballast Point Brewing
This cool second-story brewery serves its famous Sculpin IPA. There is also an outdoor patio.
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Black Tap Craft Burgers and Shakes
Catal
Update: Catal has closed and been replaced by Paseo, Centrico & Tiendita.
One of the more upscale restaurants in Downtown Disney.
Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen
Tortilla Jo’s
Standard Mexican fare.
Naples
Solid choice for pizza. Very satisfying after lots of walking at the park.
UVA Bar
Fun little bar located right in the center of all the action at Downtown Disney. This is a part of Catal restaurant.
Fast Casual Restaurants at Downtown Disney
La Brea Bakery - Bakery and cafe
Update: This restaurant has closed as of 1/9/23.
Jamba Juice - Fruit smoothies
Starbucks - Coffee and pastries
Salt & Straw - Handmade ice cream
Jazz Kitchen Express - Beignets!!!
Wetzel’s Pretzels - Pretzels
Sprinkles - Gourmet cupcakes
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do you need a Disneyland ticket to go to Downtown Disney?
No. Downtown Disney is open to the public.
Do Downtown Disney restaurants validate parking?
Straight from the website:
Parking for Downtown Disney District is at the Simba Lot, located off Disneyland Drive. The first hour of parking costs $10. Validations apply after the first hour of paid parking.
Enjoy an additional 3 hours of same-day parking with a $20-minimum purchase and validation from any Downtown Disney location—or up to 5 additional hours of same-day parking with validation from any Downtown Disney table-service restaurant.
