As someone with Celiac’s i have a ton of anxiety when traveling. WDW is the one place on earth where I don’t need to be nervous for even a second about getting sick (or just finding food period). Honestly some of the best service i’ve had was counter service! So many counter service locations have an allergy chef specifically!
veryberry39, I told a waiter in San Francisco that I could not eat cow's milk and he thought it was a trendy diet. But I still got a fabulous meal without cow's milk, so that's good!
We traveled there last year April. We were a family of 8 traveling with a young adult with Down Syndrome and a Gluten allergy. The experience for her was exceptional. Everywhere we ate, the chef's and staff were awesome making sure she had variety to choose from. At one point, she told her Mom that "Disney really loves me." We all thought that was awesome.
WDW is the best with gluten allergies. I have never had such good services as I've had at WDW. They even made me gluten free Tonga toast at Kona last trip! They were so lovely. Boma always has a chef walk me through the buffet and offer to make me special foods in the back, they are always accommodating even if they are busy. 50's prime time has great great options for GF (they make a GF s'mores dessert, so goood!) and always are super helpful. And Skipper's Canteen's 'tastes like chicken, because it is' is GF and yummy. Nomad lounge does GF churros that are awesome and sanaa does a GF bread service.
MissKitty680 I have always worried because besides gluten free I have a severe allergy to shellfish. I am vegetarian which just compounds my issues. I normally get we have a salad with nothing in it that’s gluten free.
They always have the red velvet gluten free and this summer had a lemon blueberry that was lovely. I can't eat at Erin McKennas most of the time as I also have a chickpea allergy and they use chickpea flour in all but their brownie mix....so it pays to ask and get more info.
As someone who has really sensitive Celiac disease this was helpful becuase when I’m traveling or eating anywhere new I get so much anxiety about eating becuase I don’t want to get sick 😁
Can you do an updated video on this!?! I watch you guys all the time so it would be awesome to see this updated! I just found out im allergic and feel like all the hard work ive done watch and reading your blog is ruined!!
As someone who recently found out in the last year of a corn allergy plus a ton of others. I promise you that all the dine in services are more than welcome to accommodate. They look at every can of food they use, look at every package they have, they fine tooth comb it. I have yet to have an outbreak or even an itch due any contamination or what not. I wish they had this for food & wine fest where they list all the items that are known to be allergens.
My favorites: 1. Raglan Road/ Cookes of Dublin Irish Pub has a special gluten free batter and will make anything on the menu that’s fried gluten free! I believe they have a separate fryer but always double check. I got the onion rings and my family said the gluten free ones were even better than the regular ones. I also got a deep fried burger which was so incredible and completely worth how unhealthy it was. 2. Sanaa at Animal Kingdom lodge offers awesome gluten free Naan bread! And I believe all the sauces that come with it are gluten free. 3. Crystal Palace has a gluten free Mac n’cheese. You just have to ask the chef. 4. You can ask for Gluten free French onion soup at Be our Guest. 5. Most breakfast restaurants will make gluten free pancakes if you ask! Tip: if something on the menu sounds good but isn’t gluten free, you can always ask if there is a way it can be made gluten free. If so the chefs are usually more than willing to accommodate your request. Also unfortunately Starbucks discontinued their gluten free breakfast sandwich. Maybe they still have it in Disney but all other locations are no longer offering it. Thank you for this! I definitely learned some things that I didn’t know before 😄
Would be awesome if you did a video on best foods and treats for those that are lactose intolerant.... always been such a struggle and this year we just found out the popcorn and pretzles were vegan and it was such a life saver when we got so hungry and just needed to get thru till the next meal.
Agree - The Chefs are great at both Table and Counter Service when it comes to food allergies! We took our MIL with us last year when we evacuated to WDW for Hurricane Irma and she needs a wheat and gluten free diet. The Chef at Art of Animation made special meals for her each and every time we went there to eat! She was so excited to get great food and special attention! Can't say enough good things about how WDW goes out of there way for special food request! Great video AJ!
I can’t even BEGIN to tell you how FABULOUS that Erin McKenna’s is! I have had donuts, cookies, and cake and I absolutely can’t wait to have ice cream there! Oh my gosh it’s a gluten-free paradise. 😍❤️😍❤️
Haven’t been to disney in 10 years but We made reservations at Raglan road just for the fish and chips for our upcoming trip. In the past we’ve had great success talking to the chefs at all the restaurants both table, buffets and counter service. I’m surprised you didn’t mention the gluten free mickey waffles almost all the breakfast spots have them! Also most of the resorts have some sort of gluten free pizza option.
My son has a shellfish allergy and when dining at Teppan Edo, the staff was so accommodating and helpful. Even when we checked in, the hostess asked if anyone had an allergies and then had the chef come out who explained everything and offered to cook his food separately. WDW is phenomenal when it comes to dealing with allergies and food sensitivities.
Thanks for the video but FYI Blaze Pizza is NOT gluten free. The use the same presses and wood fired oven for all pizzas. You will get cross contamination so it is out for Celiacs.
They offer to change gloves and pans for those that need it. Obviously you should only go if comfortable, but my wife has eaten there several times and been 100% fine.
I have been to WDW and DLR since being gluten free the past 2 years and I have had an excellent experience both times! Many restaurants offer GF bread and pasta! The GF rolls arent my favorite though. Now we just need GF mickey waffles!
Disney is amazing when it comes to dining with allergies! My dad has Celiac disease and was really concerned about what he would be able to eat while on our trip. We were blown away with how accommodating the restaurants were and by the choices of foods. Having the chefs come out was so nice! They will actually walk the buffet with you and will make special dishes if need be. We had his allergy noted in our reservation and most all of the table service restaurants we had ADRs for were aware of it and asked about it before we even mentioned it. They will still accommodate for an allergy without prior notice. My husband has a strawberry allergy and the dessert at Garden Grill is strawberry shortcake. He was fine to skip dessert but they brought out a special chocolate cake and ice cream. Sorry this is so long but I hope it helps any one traveling to WDW with allergies.
Thank you so much AJ! I’ve always been a foodie and one my favorite enjoyments of Disney is their yummy food! Then about a year ago, I found out that I have celiac’s. It was so hard at first, but Disney has been more than great! Much more helpful than other places actually. I will be checking out your website for more great info and advice. Thank you so much!!!
One of your best. Main comment: you said over and over to **ASK** but in my experience, guests don't want to ask and then they complain afterward. I have never failed to be accommodated at a WDW food service outlet (restaurant, counter, snacks). I hope you will find time to make a video on diabetic and processed sugar item avoidance.
I have a very severe almond allergy. The chefs and staff have been amazing every time! Very very willing to help with getting through the meal safely. They even brought me a special dessert at Garden Grill. The dessert they offered at the time was a berry cobbler topped with toasted almonds.
My son can't have gluten, we were nervous when we went to DW, he was only 3 years old. All our worry was for naught. The staff were AMAZING when it came to accomodating his dietary needs. Such a relief!
We try to not eat in the parks to save money but we always hit up Flame Tree BBQ at AK bc the GF BBQ is ah-mazing! It is so nice to not have to constantly be on guard for cross contamination! I know it is frustrating having to deal with a food allergy as an adult so I am sure it is even more frustrating as a child feeling left out & I think it is amazing how far Disney goes to be inclusive of those with food allergies!
hi all, I would like to HIGHLY recommend the dinner at the Liberty Tree Tavern to anyone who is Gluten Free, in addition to the roast beef, turkey, and pork, mashed potatoes, and green beans, they also have gluten-free rolls, stuffing, gravy, and AT SPECIAL REQUEST ARE ABLE TO MAKE GLUTEN FREE MACARONI AND CHEESE WHICH WAS SOOOO GOOD OMG. they also have sorbet or a gluten-free brownie for dessert. I went with my cousins who are not gluten free and they were so so so accommodating and aware that I was the one with the allergy. I made the reservation a week in advance and let them know that I was coming with an "allergy" I HIGHLY recommend this restaurant !!!!! 12/10
Thanks for posting this. I have Celiac Disease and have been to WDW twice now since diagnosis. They are phenomenal about accommodation and it is the only place food intolerances are truly understood. That said, you still have to follow your gut if you think cross contamination will be an issue. This applies to eateries in Disney Springs & Epcot as well. My favorite places are Ohana for breakfast & dinner and Erin McKenna's for a sweet treat!
Hi! Is there an updated video or information on the website about which quick service or snacks are best for someone who is Celiac? Just trying to put together an easy guide for a family member. Thanks! Love the videos they are so helpful.
Disney has always been attentive to my gluten allergy, & I have had some wonderful meals there! Erin Mckenna's Bakery is a fatal attraction for me! Great baked goods. I live in NYC, & have been to their store(Babycakes) once (it's out-of-the-way, Lower East Side) But, in Orlando, several times a year! Blaze is the best g-f pizza I've ever had!
My daughter has celiac disease. We went in August of 2017 and cast members told us the turkey legs were not gluten-free. We were also told that the pork shank that Gaston Tavern were gluten free in 2014, but not in 2017. 1 super valuable list would be wherever there are dedicated gluten-free fryers like the skipper canteen. Very much appreciate this video, but everyone has to check every time they go as you pointed out at the beginning!
Thanks AJ. Wife and I have been 4 times in past 15 years, and each time, cast members and food choices have always improved. Raglan road, Liberty Tree tavern, Garden Grill, and even Be Our Guest (lunch), were outstanding. Benigets next on our list....
WDW makes it so easy to eat gluten free. Thanks for your video! Every cast member was so helpful and the chefs came out to talk to me at every sit down meal. They can even make the Mickey waffles gluten free and they are sooo delicious! I always felt like there was something for me to eat and never felt like I was missing out no matter were we went.
At buffets, the chef can bring out food from the back to avoid cross-contamination. I ask for this at buffets all the time and it has always been awesome and I've never gotten sick.
Thank you for this! I’m planning a trip for next year and my friend is gluten free. I would love a video with tips for those on keto or low carb diets!
Thank you so much for making this video! Three of my young children were diagnosed with Celiac Disease this year, and this video is making us really excited about our next Disney trip coming up.
Thank you so much for this video AJ! My husband was diagnosed with Celiac Disease last year, and our next trip to WDW will be our first since his diagnosis. We know his choices will be slimmer than usual, but it’s good to know there will be plenty he CAN eat. Thank you for all the great and encouraging info!
I recently travel to Disney with some friends who were gluten-free and the chefs came out and made sure that they knew what they could and could not eat at The Buffet they also went into the kitchen and brought out gluten free donuts and gluten free pastries for our breakfast at Cape May Cafe which was excellent and they love them
with two in my family who have to eat gluten free, I can tell you Disney is the place to be. My daughter swears by the gluten free Mickey waffles available at all of the resorts. At least we've been able to get them at all of the counter service locations at each resort we've stayed at, which have been most of them.
Recently went to Disney Nov 2019.... yes they use the form.... Snow white dinner chef was incredible she had all my info and made me special things due to my 7 allergies.
This was super helpful. My sister is gluten free so this was awesome. When we dined at The Wave our server was fantastic with accommodating her allergy through our the meal.
Thx for the info. This year will be my first year going with a gluten-free person in my family. Since we've gone before, they never had a gluten allergy, but this year they got diagnosed with a gluten sensitivity. So thank you so much for helping ❤️
Great video, much appreciated. It would be great if more people recognised that Celiac disease is not an allergy - there are VERY few people in the world who actually have an allergy to gluten. The repercussions for those with celiac disease who intake gluten are significantly different to those with allergies. Long story short - Celiac is an auto-immune disease and not an allergy :)
I am not gluten free, although my sister is. But just have to say I really appreciate the time and effort that must have gone into this video and how useful it was. Thank you.
Thank you for this video AJ! I just recently developed a gluten allergy and its been really hard adjusting. I'm so relieved to hear the dole whip and mickey ice cream bar are gluten free!!! I'm so excited for my next trip
Like AJ said ask for chef/manger (for quick service). We stayed at sports resort. We tried to time lunch/dinner for when they had trivia or contests. The GF stuff took longer to prepare so they gave us a buzzer. We'd go over to trivia area, participate and one of us would get the food when it was ready. I never had any issue with any restaurant and we had multiple allergies and celiac in our family
Thank you so much for making this video! My mum is a coeliac and I want her to have as much of an option when it comes to food as the rest of us when we go next year. This has really put my at ease when it comes to planning our ADR's!
As the parent of a child who, like most children, likes fries, one of the most difficult things is to find restaurants that have a dedicated fryer for non-gluten item that isn’t shared with gluten items. This is really important and finding restaurants where they take it seriously is a lifesaver. Thanks for doing this video. If you do an update video, is it possible to ask whether this is what the do? Most restaurants think we want a dedicated area of the kitchen which we know isn’t going to be logistically possible but if they can do a separate fryer that opens up so many options for us.
When you go to a buffet, if it's noted in Advance that you have Celiac or Gluten allergy, they will have a Chef come to your table and walk the buffet with you; then ask if you feel comfortable eating from the buffet or would like them to get food from the kitchen. I have never been sick once in 4trips diagnosed.
My family and I went and did the counter-service meal plan. My mom and I are both gluten free and she's pescatarian as well. I was worried we'd both be eating lots of salads, but there were actually so many options! The dining section of the app that lets you order food in advance even had an allergy section. One highlight for me was at PizzeRizzo in Hollywood studios: they have gluten free pizza! It was nice to get to enjoy some Italian cuisine which is normally hard to find gluten-free. It really surprised me how easy the process was at Disney! 10/10
The allergy-friendly menus at WDW are so useful. This video takes it to another level - THANK YOU very much! Would LOVE to see this info in a hard copy version. In this video, the referenced "Eating GF in DW" PDF is outdated, mentioning a kiosk that "will open August 4, 2013" so it's overdue for updating. :) Also, the online link to "Gluten & Dairy Free" Disney Dining leads to an error page. Thank you again!!!
Thanks for the video! If you eat at teppan edo with a large group you can bring gluten free soy sauce and they will do the hibachi show with the gf soy sauce so you can enjoy the little games as well. The canteen in pandora is also really great for gluten free options. And Columbia harbor house has really good gluten free chicken tenders!!
I just went on my first trip to Disneyworld this winter, and I was nervous because I have Celiac Disease. Disney was great! Counter services have more that just binders, they have allergy menus at the front. The manager of the counter service location will come out and go over your order with you, and they have a separate section in the kitchen that they make your food in. The manager, or one specially trained cast member will make your food from start to finish, so they can control cross contamination. The food tracker isn't a thing anymore, I wrote the allergy email and they offered me a list of gluten free foods at the different locations (including which brands that they use). It was out of date at the time that I went, but it was super useful in planning where we were going.
I have done this a number of times now, and never seen that form. I always check the checkboxes, but that's hit amd miss. Always tell them whem you check in, AND tell your server. Menus throughout the World are being updated to include allergen info (little symbols). If you still need it, you can have the chef come out, but that is no longer the default. Non-Disney-owned locations (most of Dis Springs) overall do not do as well, or care as much (except Cookes of Dublin/Raglan Road, which is amazing). And fabulous - don't forget 'Ohana! The chefs at the buffets are fabulous. They will make a clean plate of anything on the buffet, or plenty of other things to accomodate you! Eating safely and delicious is honestly my favorite part of a WDW trip!!
AJ, truly enjoy your blog! We just came back from WDW and myself and a good friend are both Gluten Free. They chefs and restaurants at Disney are amazing at handling this! Three examples: Breakfast at the Crystal Palace; they made us Mickey Waffles, GF as well as Donuts. I believe there were two varieties and each of us got two. Very tasty. The other was Whispering Canyon Cafe. That dinner was amazing. I had heard they are changing how the servers deal with the guests, but we had a wonderful time. They made us GF corn bread that was incredible. Typically GF is very dense but the cornbread was like the regular bread. Lastly, eating dinner at California Grille. Not only is this a special dining experience, but they had gluten free rolls that I used for their dip and Olive Oil. My kids said it looked like it was my last supper. :-D. My wife for our anniversary had a gluten free cake. While this was not the best, the fact they accommodated this request only added to the special evening we had. Thank you for this. We are going back in August and I intend to check out the snacks on Main Street, that I totally missed.
AJ could you please do a video on the best places for nut free dining? What place are the best options for nut allergies? Love the channel! Thank you so much!!!
Thank you for this video. It's put my mind at ease. As I have coeliac disease I was worried about eating at WDW. We upgraded from QS (included with our booking) to TS to make it easier. Looking forward to our trip now ❤️
For those of you who are gluten free, I cannot recommend the UA-cam Channel "Gluten Free & Dairy Free at WDW" highly enough. She gives very specific and detailed facts. I adore her work.
Thank you so much for putting this together. I have Celiac's Disease and I'm taking my son on a Disney cruise and WDW vacation. I didn't get the dining plan because I was so worried I would be able to eat in the park. Thanks for showing me some great options
My fiancé has celiac and the counter service places we visited were extremely accommodating. The manager came out, took his order, and prepared it to ensure no cross contamination. He also really loved the snacks with character cookies. I also highly recommend bringing your own gfree snacks to the park as a quick, easy to eat, worry free option.
Great video! Disney is the best when it comes to gluten free and making you feel both welcome and like a normal person! Don’t forget about the amazing gluten free Mickey Waffles at the brunch buffets!
Last year we visited the Coral Reef restaurant in Epcot - they have killer calamari with a dedicated fryer!! I ended up ordering a second serving and walking around Epcot munching on them. This does give some great advice, and as any celiac patient will know, always ask if they have dedicated fryers and water for pasta (to which I've found every establishment we went to understood the reason and said yes).
We have major food allergies. I have celiacs and my youngest daughter same other food allergies. Had no issues with all the restaurants and quick service in all of Disneyworld that we eat at.
Howdy there AJ y@ DFB. Getting a little off topic with this challenge but..... How about your favorite tips for securing those coveted dining reservations. It's frustrating to be up at midnight when your window opens only to be shut out by the volume of traffic hitting the site.
It's soo hard finding a place that takes celiacs seriously. I am planning a trip with my young daughter and everything I have seen and read really puts me at ease.
Hey everyone, just a heads up - most places will make GF food to order if you just ask however obviously this will take longer so the rest of your party will probably get their food and be done eating it before yours is even done being made. It’s worth it but I just wanted to throw that out there 🙂 I stayed at French Quarter in April and Eric the chef there knew me by name within the first couple of days which was so lovely. It was such an amazing experience that we’re actually staying at French Quarter again when we go back in 2019 because the GF food experience was so good and the food was incredible. I’d highly recommend it! Disney World is the absolute best when it comes to GF dining and I was never made to feel like I was being a pain when I asked for things to be made GF especially, all of the cast members were so nice and accommodating about it.
Natalie Forsyth I agree. This is applies to most to quick service since they are not timing your table together like table service. There were a few times when I got my food when everyone was done or almost done.
i’m hopefully coming to WDW this summer !! I went a few years ago and somehow found barely any GF options, had Raglan road’s fish and chips tho and they were gorgeous. I hope all the GF options are still around even after covid !!
Thank you for doing this video. Would love it if you would consider also addressing gluten free fireworks party options and/or special events like MNSSHP.
Hi! Saw this and thought I might help. Magic Kingdom fireworks dessert party will bring a platter of GF desserts to your table from the back. If you need more just ask! Be sure to fill out the Allergy part when you do reservation. Also confirm your dietary needs a week before with special diets for all your reservations.
I'm basically allergic to everything. Erin McKenna's bakery in Disney Springs truly is paradise if you have several food allergies like I do. Don't skip it just because it isn't in a park. It's well worth the detour. Personally, I have a soft spot for the donuts. I also have no problems finding something to eat at Disney and feel completely safe. If you have allergies, Disney is pretty much the best place you can be (for eating out).
As someone with Celiac’s i have a ton of anxiety when traveling. WDW is the one place on earth where I don’t need to be nervous for even a second about getting sick (or just finding food period). Honestly some of the best service i’ve had was counter service! So many counter service locations have an allergy chef specifically!
mollyj1900 Totally agree!!
They do it best. Road trip to there sucks though.
Especially since there are some servers who think you're just asking for allergen-free stuff to be "trendy," I can totally understand the anxiety!
Tiffany Holley totally agree, when I went on the cruise their choices were great and were always helpful!
veryberry39, I told a waiter in San Francisco that I could not eat cow's milk and he thought it was a trendy diet. But I still got a fabulous meal without cow's milk, so that's good!
Would be great to get an updated video of gluten free tips and current gf snacks around the parks!
Yes, please!
We traveled there last year April. We were a family of 8 traveling with a young adult with Down Syndrome and a Gluten allergy. The experience for her was exceptional. Everywhere we ate, the chef's and staff were awesome making sure she had variety to choose from. At one point, she told her Mom that "Disney really loves me." We all thought that was awesome.
This made me tear up LOL So sweet.
This makes me happy to hear. I have issues with gluten myself and I always feel “normal” there. ❤
Can you please make an updated version mainly focused on snacks and new stuff available gf
Thank you
I would love if you guys did this for dairy allergy! It would be such a huge help to me
tokyograpez yes me too 🙌🏻😕💁🏼♀️
Me as well!
Same here!!!!!! AJ please!!!!
Please, PLEASE update this video!!! 🙏🙏🙏
WDW is the best with gluten allergies. I have never had such good services as I've had at WDW. They even made me gluten free Tonga toast at Kona last trip! They were so lovely. Boma always has a chef walk me through the buffet and offer to make me special foods in the back, they are always accommodating even if they are busy. 50's prime time has great great options for GF (they make a GF s'mores dessert, so goood!) and always are super helpful. And Skipper's Canteen's 'tastes like chicken, because it is' is GF and yummy. Nomad lounge does GF churros that are awesome and sanaa does a GF bread service.
MissKitty680 WOW did not know there were so many GF offerings at WDW! Thanks for sharing :)
MissKitty680 I have always worried because besides gluten free I have a severe allergy to shellfish. I am vegetarian which just compounds my issues. I normally get we have a salad with nothing in it that’s gluten free.
I just got diagnosed with celiac disease and omg THANK YOU FOR THIS I love Disney so much and needed this for the next time I go!!
If dole whip wasn’t gluten free i would cry 😂😂 also please do one about dairy allergies thanks!
Sprinkles Cup Cakes also offer gluten-free cupcakes options as well.
They always have the red velvet gluten free and this summer had a lemon blueberry that was lovely. I can't eat at Erin McKennas most of the time as I also have a chickpea allergy and they use chickpea flour in all but their brownie mix....so it pays to ask and get more info.
As someone who has really sensitive Celiac disease this was helpful becuase when I’m traveling or eating anywhere new I get so much anxiety about eating becuase I don’t want to get sick 😁
Can you do an updated video on this!?! I watch you guys all the time so it would be awesome to see this updated! I just found out im allergic and feel like all the hard work ive done watch and reading your blog is ruined!!
This is hands down my favorite DFB video!! Can you do a gluten free food and wine?
I would really love if we code get a new and updated GF video!
As someone who recently found out in the last year of a corn allergy plus a ton of others. I promise you that all the dine in services are more than welcome to accommodate. They look at every can of food they use, look at every package they have, they fine tooth comb it. I have yet to have an outbreak or even an itch due any contamination or what not. I wish they had this for food & wine fest where they list all the items that are known to be allergens.
My favorites:
1. Raglan Road/ Cookes of Dublin Irish Pub has a special gluten free batter and will make anything on the menu that’s fried gluten free! I believe they have a separate fryer but always double check. I got the onion rings and my family said the gluten free ones were even better than the regular ones. I also got a deep fried burger which was so incredible and completely worth how unhealthy it was.
2. Sanaa at Animal Kingdom lodge offers awesome gluten free Naan bread! And I believe all the sauces that come with it are gluten free.
3. Crystal Palace has a gluten free Mac n’cheese. You just have to ask the chef.
4. You can ask for Gluten free French onion soup at Be our Guest.
5. Most breakfast restaurants will make gluten free pancakes if you ask!
Tip: if something on the menu sounds good but isn’t gluten free, you can always ask if there is a way it can be made gluten free. If so the chefs are usually more than willing to accommodate your request.
Also unfortunately Starbucks discontinued their gluten free breakfast sandwich. Maybe they still have it in Disney but all other locations are no longer offering it.
Thank you for this! I definitely learned some things that I didn’t know before 😄
Would be awesome if you did a video on best foods and treats for those that are lactose intolerant.... always been such a struggle and this year we just found out the popcorn and pretzles were vegan and it was such a life saver when we got so hungry and just needed to get thru till the next meal.
Agree - The Chefs are great at both Table and Counter Service when it comes to food allergies! We took our MIL with us last year when we evacuated to WDW for Hurricane Irma and she needs a wheat and gluten free diet. The Chef at Art of Animation made special meals for her each and every time we went there to eat! She was so excited to get great food and special attention! Can't say enough good things about how WDW goes out of there way for special food request! Great video AJ!
I can’t even BEGIN to tell you how FABULOUS that Erin McKenna’s is! I have had donuts, cookies, and cake and I absolutely can’t wait to have ice cream there! Oh my gosh it’s a gluten-free paradise. 😍❤️😍❤️
Haven’t been to disney in 10 years but We made reservations at Raglan road just for the fish and chips for our upcoming trip. In the past we’ve had great success talking to the chefs at all the restaurants both table, buffets and counter service. I’m surprised you didn’t mention the gluten free mickey waffles almost all the breakfast spots have them! Also most of the resorts have some sort of gluten free pizza option.
THANK YOU THA K YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU. I'm sadly allergic to gluten so this is going to be soooo helpful
My son has a shellfish allergy and when dining at Teppan Edo, the staff was so accommodating and helpful. Even when we checked in, the hostess asked if anyone had an allergies and then had the chef come out who explained everything and offered to cook his food separately. WDW is phenomenal when it comes to dealing with allergies and food sensitivities.
Thanks for the video but FYI Blaze Pizza is NOT gluten free. The use the same presses and wood fired oven for all pizzas. You will get cross contamination so it is out for Celiacs.
They offer to change gloves and pans for those that need it. Obviously you should only go if comfortable, but my wife has eaten there several times and been 100% fine.
Pizza places are always a hit-or-miss for Celiac's. Do they prepare gluten-free dough outside of or away from regular kitchen?
Thank you! I have celiac and was just wondering that very same thing.
I have been to WDW and DLR since being gluten free the past 2 years and I have had an excellent experience both times! Many restaurants offer GF bread and pasta! The GF rolls arent my favorite though. Now we just need GF mickey waffles!
Can you do a updated version of this video? i’m gluten free and have no idea what to get for my upcoming Disney trip ????
Disney is amazing when it comes to dining with allergies! My dad has Celiac disease and was really concerned about what he would be able to eat while on our trip. We were blown away with how accommodating the restaurants were and by the choices of foods. Having the chefs come out was so nice! They will actually walk the buffet with you and will make special dishes if need be. We had his allergy noted in our reservation and most all of the table service restaurants we had ADRs for were aware of it and asked about it before we even mentioned it. They will still accommodate for an allergy without prior notice. My husband has a strawberry allergy and the dessert at Garden Grill is strawberry shortcake. He was fine to skip dessert but they brought out a special chocolate cake and ice cream. Sorry this is so long but I hope it helps any one traveling to WDW with allergies.
Thank you so much AJ! I’ve always been a foodie and one my favorite enjoyments of Disney is their yummy food! Then about a year ago, I found out that I have celiac’s. It was so hard at first, but Disney has been more than great! Much more helpful than other places actually. I will be checking out your website for more great info and advice. Thank you so much!!!
One of your best. Main comment: you said over and over to **ASK** but in my experience, guests don't want to ask and then they complain afterward. I have never failed to be accommodated at a WDW food service outlet (restaurant, counter, snacks). I hope you will find time to make a video on diabetic and processed sugar item avoidance.
I’m going to Disney in February! I am GF and this makes me feel a lot better about it! Thank you!
I have a very severe almond allergy. The chefs and staff have been amazing every time! Very very willing to help with getting through the meal safely. They even brought me a special dessert at Garden Grill. The dessert they offered at the time was a berry cobbler topped with toasted almonds.
My son can't have gluten, we were nervous when we went to DW, he was only 3 years old. All our worry was for naught. The staff were AMAZING when it came to accomodating his dietary needs. Such a relief!
We try to not eat in the parks to save money but we always hit up Flame Tree BBQ at AK bc the GF BBQ is ah-mazing! It is so nice to not have to constantly be on guard for cross contamination! I know it is frustrating having to deal with a food allergy as an adult so I am sure it is even more frustrating as a child feeling left out & I think it is amazing how far Disney goes to be inclusive of those with food allergies!
Seen examples of this in some of JustinScarred’s videos. Shows they truly take care of guests.
hi all, I would like to HIGHLY recommend the dinner at the Liberty Tree Tavern to anyone who is Gluten Free, in addition to the roast beef, turkey, and pork, mashed potatoes, and green beans, they also have gluten-free rolls, stuffing, gravy, and AT SPECIAL REQUEST ARE ABLE TO MAKE GLUTEN FREE MACARONI AND CHEESE WHICH WAS SOOOO GOOD OMG. they also have sorbet or a gluten-free brownie for dessert. I went with my cousins who are not gluten free and they were so so so accommodating and aware that I was the one with the allergy. I made the reservation a week in advance and let them know that I was coming with an "allergy" I HIGHLY recommend this restaurant !!!!! 12/10
Thanks for posting this. I have Celiac Disease and have been to WDW twice now since diagnosis. They are phenomenal about accommodation and it is the only place food intolerances are truly understood. That said, you still have to follow your gut if you think cross contamination will be an issue. This applies to eateries in Disney Springs & Epcot as well. My favorite places are Ohana for breakfast & dinner and Erin McKenna's for a sweet treat!
So happy this was posted! My fiancé has celiac and I know he has been nervous about eating out on vacation!
Hi! Is there an updated video or information on the website about which quick service or snacks are best for someone who is Celiac? Just trying to put together an easy guide for a family member. Thanks! Love the videos they are so helpful.
Thank you so much!!! Having Celiac in my family is very tough
Disney has always been attentive to my gluten allergy, & I have had some wonderful meals there!
Erin Mckenna's Bakery is a fatal attraction for me! Great baked goods. I live in NYC, & have been to their store(Babycakes) once (it's out-of-the-way, Lower East Side) But, in Orlando, several times a year!
Blaze is the best g-f pizza I've ever had!
My daughter has celiac disease. We went in August of 2017 and cast members told us the turkey legs were not gluten-free. We were also told that the pork shank that Gaston Tavern were gluten free in 2014, but not in 2017. 1 super valuable list would be wherever there are dedicated gluten-free fryers like the skipper canteen. Very much appreciate this video, but everyone has to check every time they go as you pointed out at the beginning!
Just an update - Starbucks discontinued the GF sandwich nationally so I assume WDW doesn’t have it anymore. Huge bummer.
Omg thank you so much! I love your channel but my bf and I have to eat gluten free.. I literally shrieked when I saw this pop up in my feed.
I’m going in August and I’m gluten free! I’m so happy you posted this!!!
Thanks AJ. Wife and I have been 4 times in past 15 years, and each time, cast members and food choices have always improved. Raglan road, Liberty Tree tavern, Garden Grill, and even Be Our Guest (lunch), were outstanding. Benigets next on our list....
WDW makes it so easy to eat gluten free. Thanks for your video! Every cast member was so helpful and the chefs came out to talk to me at every sit down meal. They can even make the Mickey waffles gluten free and they are sooo delicious! I always felt like there was something for me to eat and never felt like I was missing out no matter were we went.
I would LOVE if you did this type of video for vegan/vegetarian diets!!!
At buffets, the chef can bring out food from the back to avoid cross-contamination. I ask for this at buffets all the time and it has always been awesome and I've never gotten sick.
Thank you for this! I’m planning a trip for next year and my friend is gluten free. I would love a video with tips for those on keto or low carb diets!
We had a great experience being gluten free in Disney World. You are so right! The fish and chips at Raglan Rose is delicious.
Thank you so much for making this video! Three of my young children were diagnosed with Celiac Disease this year, and this video is making us really excited about our next Disney trip coming up.
Thank you so much for this video AJ! My husband was diagnosed with Celiac Disease last year, and our next trip to WDW will be our first since his diagnosis. We know his choices will be slimmer than usual, but it’s good to know there will be plenty he CAN eat. Thank you for all the great and encouraging info!
I recently travel to Disney with some friends who were gluten-free and the chefs came out and made sure that they knew what they could and could not eat at The Buffet they also went into the kitchen and brought out gluten free donuts and gluten free pastries for our breakfast at Cape May Cafe which was excellent and they love them
love that they ask if anyone has any allergies, it takes care of the guess work so I can truly enjoy my meal whenever we are at Disney!
with two in my family who have to eat gluten free, I can tell you Disney is the place to be. My daughter swears by the gluten free Mickey waffles available at all of the resorts. At least we've been able to get them at all of the counter service locations at each resort we've stayed at, which have been most of them.
Recently went to Disney Nov 2019.... yes they use the form.... Snow white dinner chef was incredible she had all my info and made me special things due to my 7 allergies.
This was super helpful. My sister is gluten free so this was awesome. When we dined at The Wave our server was fantastic with accommodating her allergy through our the meal.
Yes! I have been wanting a video on this! I do gluten free for my migraines, and I would hate to get one while I'm at Disney!
Thx for the info. This year will be my first year going with a gluten-free person in my family. Since we've gone before, they never had a gluten allergy, but this year they got diagnosed with a gluten sensitivity. So thank you so much for helping ❤️
Great video, much appreciated. It would be great if more people recognised that Celiac disease is not an allergy - there are VERY few people in the world who actually have an allergy to gluten. The repercussions for those with celiac disease who intake gluten are significantly different to those with allergies. Long story short - Celiac is an auto-immune disease and not an allergy :)
I am not gluten free, although my sister is. But just have to say I really appreciate the time and effort that must have gone into this video and how useful it was. Thank you.
Thank you for this video AJ! I just recently developed a gluten allergy and its been really hard adjusting. I'm so relieved to hear the dole whip and mickey ice cream bar are gluten free!!! I'm so excited for my next trip
I feel so much better about my potential trip to Disney World! Thanks so much!
Like AJ said ask for chef/manger (for quick service). We stayed at sports resort. We tried to time lunch/dinner for when they had trivia or contests. The GF stuff took longer to prepare so they gave us a buzzer. We'd go over to trivia area, participate and one of us would get the food when it was ready. I never had any issue with any restaurant and we had multiple allergies and celiac in our family
Thank you so much for making this video! My mum is a coeliac and I want her to have as much of an option when it comes to food as the rest of us when we go next year. This has really put my at ease when it comes to planning our ADR's!
As the parent of a child who, like most children, likes fries, one of the most difficult things is to find restaurants that have a dedicated fryer for non-gluten item that isn’t shared with gluten items. This is really important and finding restaurants where they take it seriously is a lifesaver. Thanks for doing this video. If you do an update video, is it possible to ask whether this is what the do? Most restaurants think we want a dedicated area of the kitchen which we know isn’t going to be logistically possible but if they can do a separate fryer that opens up so many options for us.
lefou's brew is one of my favorite items at disney world. so delicious!
I love it too!!!! : )
Can you do an updated video for gluten free?
Strawberry fruit bar which is a popsicle is good when I got it at Disney land
This is very very helpful! Thank you!!
Thank you for this video! Looks like there are options. I wish they would make the snacks more exciting and fun
Thank you AJ and crew 🤗💕🤗💕
When you go to a buffet, if it's noted in Advance that you have Celiac or Gluten allergy, they will have a Chef come to your table and walk the buffet with you; then ask if you feel comfortable eating from the buffet or would like them to get food from the kitchen. I have never been sick once in 4trips diagnosed.
My family and I went and did the counter-service meal plan. My mom and I are both gluten free and she's pescatarian as well. I was worried we'd both be eating lots of salads, but there were actually so many options! The dining section of the app that lets you order food in advance even had an allergy section. One highlight for me was at PizzeRizzo in Hollywood studios: they have gluten free pizza! It was nice to get to enjoy some Italian cuisine which is normally hard to find gluten-free. It really surprised me how easy the process was at Disney! 10/10
Thank you!! My son has celiac so this is great to see!
This video is so good! Thankyou for putting this up! I leave on Wednesday and have a gluten allergy so this is the best 🙈
The allergy-friendly menus at WDW are so useful. This video takes it to another level - THANK YOU very much!
Would LOVE to see this info in a hard copy version. In this video, the referenced "Eating GF in DW" PDF is outdated, mentioning a kiosk that "will open August 4, 2013" so it's overdue for updating. :) Also, the online link to "Gluten & Dairy Free" Disney Dining leads to an error page. Thank you again!!!
Thanks for the video! If you eat at teppan edo with a large group you can bring gluten free soy sauce and they will do the hibachi show with the gf soy sauce so you can enjoy the little games as well. The canteen in pandora is also really great for gluten free options. And Columbia harbor house has really good gluten free chicken tenders!!
I just went on my first trip to Disneyworld this winter, and I was nervous because I have Celiac Disease. Disney was great! Counter services have more that just binders, they have allergy menus at the front. The manager of the counter service location will come out and go over your order with you, and they have a separate section in the kitchen that they make your food in. The manager, or one specially trained cast member will make your food from start to finish, so they can control cross contamination.
The food tracker isn't a thing anymore, I wrote the allergy email and they offered me a list of gluten free foods at the different locations (including which brands that they use). It was out of date at the time that I went, but it was super useful in planning where we were going.
I have done this a number of times now, and never seen that form.
I always check the checkboxes, but that's hit amd miss. Always tell them whem you check in, AND tell your server.
Menus throughout the World are being updated to include allergen info (little symbols). If you still need it, you can have the chef come out, but that is no longer the default.
Non-Disney-owned locations (most of Dis Springs) overall do not do as well, or care as much (except Cookes of Dublin/Raglan Road, which is amazing).
And fabulous - don't forget 'Ohana!
The chefs at the buffets are fabulous. They will make a clean plate of anything on the buffet, or plenty of other things to accomodate you!
Eating safely and delicious is honestly my favorite part of a WDW trip!!
AJ, truly enjoy your blog! We just came back from WDW and myself and a good friend are both Gluten Free. They chefs and restaurants at Disney are amazing at handling this! Three examples: Breakfast at the Crystal Palace; they made us Mickey Waffles, GF as well as Donuts. I believe there were two varieties and each of us got two. Very tasty. The other was Whispering Canyon Cafe. That dinner was amazing. I had heard they are changing how the servers deal with the guests, but we had a wonderful time. They made us GF corn bread that was incredible. Typically GF is very dense but the cornbread was like the regular bread. Lastly, eating dinner at California Grille. Not only is this a special dining experience, but they had gluten free rolls that I used for their dip and Olive Oil. My kids said it looked like it was my last supper. :-D. My wife for our anniversary had a gluten free cake. While this was not the best, the fact they accommodated this request only added to the special evening we had. Thank you for this. We are going back in August and I intend to check out the snacks on Main Street, that I totally missed.
AJ could you please do a video on the best places for nut free dining? What place are the best options for nut allergies? Love the channel! Thank you so much!!!
Thank you thank you thank you!! This was very helpful. Love all your videos.
Thank you for this video. It's put my mind at ease. As I have coeliac disease I was worried about eating at WDW. We upgraded from QS (included with our booking) to TS to make it easier. Looking forward to our trip now ❤️
For those of you who are gluten free, I cannot recommend the UA-cam Channel "Gluten Free & Dairy Free at WDW" highly enough. She gives very specific and detailed facts. I adore her work.
Thank you so much for putting this together. I have Celiac's Disease and I'm taking my son on a Disney cruise and WDW vacation. I didn't get the dining plan because I was so worried I would be able to eat in the park. Thanks for showing me some great options
You're welcome!
Thank you for this video! My brother has celiac disease and we have struggled before to look for good food at Disney. You are awesome🙌❤
My fiancé has celiac and the counter service places we visited were extremely accommodating. The manager came out, took his order, and prepared it to ensure no cross contamination. He also really loved the snacks with character cookies. I also highly recommend bringing your own gfree snacks to the park as a quick, easy to eat, worry free option.
Awesome tips, Brenda! Congrats on your engagement!
@@DFBGuide thank you so much! 😊
Great video! Disney is the best when it comes to gluten free and making you feel both welcome and like a normal person! Don’t forget about the amazing gluten free Mickey Waffles at the brunch buffets!
Last year we visited the Coral Reef restaurant in Epcot - they have killer calamari with a dedicated fryer!! I ended up ordering a second serving and walking around Epcot munching on them. This does give some great advice, and as any celiac patient will know, always ask if they have dedicated fryers and water for pasta (to which I've found every establishment we went to understood the reason and said yes).
Jennifer Pool The Crab Bisque at Coral Reef is my favorite. I don’t know if it’s on the menu, but the chef was able to modify it for me.
We have major food allergies. I have celiacs and my youngest daughter same other food allergies. Had no issues with all the restaurants and quick service in all of Disneyworld that we eat at.
Thank you, thank you, thank you!!! My wife is super happy and ready for our next Disney trip! 😊👍🏼
Thank you so much for doing this video. My two family members who have celiac disease will benefit so much. You are the best.
Howdy there AJ y@ DFB. Getting a little off topic with this challenge but..... How about your favorite tips for securing those coveted dining reservations. It's frustrating to be up at midnight when your window opens only to be shut out by the volume of traffic hitting the site.
It's soo hard finding a place that takes celiacs seriously. I am planning a trip with my young daughter and everything I have seen and read really puts me at ease.
Hey everyone, just a heads up - most places will make GF food to order if you just ask however obviously this will take longer so the rest of your party will probably get their food and be done eating it before yours is even done being made. It’s worth it but I just wanted to throw that out there 🙂
I stayed at French Quarter in April and Eric the chef there knew me by name within the first couple of days which was so lovely. It was such an amazing experience that we’re actually staying at French Quarter again when we go back in 2019 because the GF food experience was so good and the food was incredible. I’d highly recommend it!
Disney World is the absolute best when it comes to GF dining and I was never made to feel like I was being a pain when I asked for things to be made GF especially, all of the cast members were so nice and accommodating about it.
Natalie Forsyth I agree. This is applies to most to quick service since they are not timing your table together like table service. There were a few times when I got my food when everyone was done or almost done.
i’m hopefully coming to WDW this summer !! I went a few years ago and somehow found barely any GF options, had Raglan road’s fish and chips tho and they were gorgeous. I hope all the GF options are still around even after covid !!
Thank you for doing this video. Would love it if you would consider also addressing gluten free fireworks party options and/or special events like MNSSHP.
Hi! Saw this and thought I might help. Magic Kingdom fireworks dessert party will bring a platter of GF desserts to your table from the back. If you need more just ask! Be sure to fill out the Allergy part when you do reservation. Also confirm your dietary needs a week before with special diets for all your reservations.
Please make an update to this video!! I feel like so many new things are out now :)
I'm basically allergic to everything. Erin McKenna's bakery in Disney Springs truly is paradise if you have several food allergies like I do. Don't skip it just because it isn't in a park. It's well worth the detour. Personally, I have a soft spot for the donuts.
I also have no problems finding something to eat at Disney and feel completely safe. If you have allergies, Disney is pretty much the best place you can be (for eating out).
Thank you so much My mom is gluten free and this will help a ton with our trip coming soon. So thanks a bunch!