Key Takeaways
- What: Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining 21st Annual Celebration
- Where: Resort Hotels and Dining Hubs near Orlando Theme Parks
- When: August 14 through September 30, 2026
- Details: Three-course prix-fixe dinner menus for $40 or $60, benefiting local charities
Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining returns for its 21st annual celebration from August 14 through September 30, 2026. Featuring over 180 participating restaurants across Central Florida, the event offers curated three-course, prix-fixe dinner menus for either $40 or $60 per person, excluding tax and gratuity.
Beyond the savings, every meal gives back to the community. One dollar from every $40 meal and two dollars from every $60 meal supports local charities assisting individuals with developmental differences. For theme park visitors and resort guests, the highest concentration of participating venues is clustered around Walt Disney World Resort Area Hotels, Universal Orlando Resort, and the International Drive and SeaWorld Orlando corridor.
Walt Disney World & Lake Buena Vista Area
While third-party dining inside the Disney Springs complex is not participating this season, world-class resort dining options surround the property just minutes from the theme park gates. Guests can experience high-end coastal seafood, MICHELIN-recognized regional Italian, and classic teppanyaki across the Walt Disney World Swan, Dolphin, Swan Reserve, and adjacent luxury resorts.
| Restaurant | Location | Cuisine Focus | Tier |
|---|---|---|---|
| Il Mulino New York Trattoria | Walt Disney World Swan | Modern Abruzzese Italian & Handmade Pasta | $40 |
| Amare | Walt Disney World Swan Reserve | Upscale Mediterranean & Seafood | $60 |
| Todd English’s bluezoo | Walt Disney World Dolphin | High-End Coastal Seafood & Raw Bar | $60 |
| Four Flamingos, A Richard Blais Florida Kitchen | Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress | MICHELIN Recommended Florida Flavors & Prime Cuts | $60 |
| Ravello | Four Seasons Resort Orlando | MICHELIN Recommended Wood-Fired Regional Italian | $60 |
| La Luce | Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek | Modern Italian & House-Made Pasta | $60 |
| American Kitchen Bar & Grill | Renaissance Orlando Resort near Disney Springs | Regionally Sourced American Comfort Foods | $40 |
| Benihana Lake Buena Vista | Hotel Plaza Boulevard | Classic Tableside Teppanyaki | $40 |
Universal Orlando Resort Area
Universal Orlando Resort features an incredible lineup of participating on-site hotel restaurants. Hopping between park attractions and fine dining is seamless via water taxi or walking paths, with choices ranging from NYC steakhouses to rooftop Mediterranean tapas.
| Restaurant | Location | Cuisine Focus | Tier |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Kitchen | Hard Rock Hotel Orlando | American Comfort & Chef Specialties | $40 |
| The Palm Restaurant | Hard Rock Hotel Orlando | Classic NYC Steakhouse & Jumbo Lobster | $60 |
| Amatista Cookhouse | Loews Sapphire Falls Resort | Caribbean-Inspired Grill | $40 |
| Islands Dining Room | Loews Royal Pacific Resort | Pacific Rim & Pan-Asian Classics | $40 |
| Mama Della’s Ristorante | Loews Portofino Bay Hotel | Authentic Family-Style Italian | $40 |
| Trattoria del Porto | Loews Portofino Bay Hotel | Coastal Italian & American Favorites | $40 |
| Bar Helios | Universal Helios Grand Hotel | Rooftop Mediterranean Tapas & Cocktails | $60 |
| Flora Taverna | Universal Helios Grand Hotel | Mediterranean Tavern & Open-Kitchen Dining | $40 |
SeaWorld & International Drive Area
Extending from SeaWorld Orlando through Restaurant Row and the Grande Lakes luxury resorts, this corridor boasts a high density of participating fine dining choices. Diners can enjoy farm-to-table MICHELIN-recognized concepts, fresh robatayaki sushi, and multi-story steakhouses.
| Restaurant | Location | Cuisine Focus | Tier |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primo by Melissa Kelly | JW Marriott Grande Lakes | MICHELIN Recommended Farm-to-Table Italian | $60 |
| Highball & Harvest | The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes | Rustic Farm-Infused Southern Cuisine | $60 |
| Dragonfly Robata Grill & Sushi | Restaurant Row | Japanese Robatayaki & Fresh Sushi | $40 |
| The Oceanaire Seafood Room | Pointe Orlando | Ultra-Fresh Seafood Flown In Daily | $60 |
| Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse | International Drive | Prime Cuts & Wine Selection | $60 |
| Ocean Prime | Restaurant Row | Upscale Steak, Seafood & Handcrafted Cocktails | $60 |
How to Book & Access Specific Menus
To browse complete appetizers, entrées, desserts, and optional menu upgrades for these locations, check out the Magical Dining Interactive Directory. Once there, click the learn more button on any restaurant card to pull up its official pop-up menu modal, dietary indicator tags, and direct OpenTable or Resy reservation links.
For a full list of all participating venues across Central Florida, visit the official restaurant list. Explore more Orlando entertainment and latest destination news at OPEN.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the exact dates for Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining in 2026?
Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining runs from August 14 through September 30, 2026.
How much do the prix-fixe meals cost during Magical Dining?
Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining features curated three-course dinners for either $40 or $60 per person, excluding tax and gratuity.
Does Magical Dining benefit local charities in Orlando?
Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining donates one dollar from every $40 meal and two dollars from every $60 meal to local charities assisting individuals with developmental differences.
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