With the obvious family friendly T-rex and Rainforest Cafe only opening for lunch and dinner, it’s good to know which places are open earlier for breakfast and where to find the best breakfast at Disney Springs for kids and families.
What started out as a shopping village in 1975 has since transformed into an entertainment spot with four distinct areas that each have a neighborhood feel. These areas are the Marketplace, The Landing, Town Center, and West Side. All have breakfast options for you.
Disney Springs or Downtown Disney is a haven at the Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, offering something for everybody. Geared towards kids and adults alike, there are economical options for shopping, entertainment and eating. It’s perfect for when you need a break from the excitement of the Disney parks or are looking for alternative things to do with kids in Orlando. There are even free things in Disney Springs too!
The extensive promenade is situated around bubbling springs, with cute waterfront towns, natural scenery and gorgeous historical buildings.
With three new parking garages, (5 in total, Grapefruit, Lime, Orange, Lime, Strawberry and Watermelon) simply drive down and park for free.
If you are staying at the Disney Resort hotels, don’t stress, just hitch a ride on a complimentary bus. Some select hotels even offer ferries or pedestrian bridges to reach the Springs.
Here are our top choices for breakfast in Disney Springs; for whether you just want to grab a quick bite or if you prefer brunch and a sit-down table service meal or have special dietary requests!
Best Disney Springs Restaurants for Breakfast and Brunch
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1. Everglazed Donuts and Cold Brew (Quick Service- Westside)
if you are not eating a Mickey donut at Magic Kingdom for breakfast, then consume your weight in sugar with these sweet delicacies that are simply out-of-this-world! Starting your mornings with classic and seasonal donuts, savory sandwiches with fries, and fantastic cold brews is the best way to vacation if you ask me.
Not only are the treats at Everglazed Donuts and Cold Brew yummy, but also totally Insta-worthy. Vibrant colors and creative presentations make them a treat for the eyes as much as one for the tastebuds, which is all the more reason to visit before noon (better for photos!).
Parents will also be thrilled to uncover Everglade’s well-kept little secret – their spiked coffee. Get there quick as these fresh baked and brewed goodies and beverages are limited and sell out fast! View the full snack menu here.
Location: Westside
Hours: 0900 – 22:00/23:00
2. Vivioli il Gelato (The Landing)
ivoli il Gelato is an Italian gelato shop located in Disney Springs. It offers a variety of gelato flavors, as well as sorbetto, pastries, and coffee drinks. The shop is known for its authentic Italian gelato, which is made with fresh ingredients and Italian methods.
Vivoli il Gelato offers a breakfast menu that includes:
- Leige Waffle: A Belgian waffle topped with whipped cream, fruit, and your choice of gelato or sorbetto.
- Nutella Bomb: A warm Italian doughnut filled with Nutella and fruit
- French Toast Cannoli: Two French toast pastries filled with sweet ricotta cream
Location: The Landing
Hours: 10:00 – 23:00
3. Joffreys (The Landing)
Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company is a coffeehouse chain that has locations throughout the Walt Disney World Resort, including Disney Springs. It offers a variety of coffee drinks, teas, pastries, and snacks.
Location: The Landing
Hours: 10:00 – 23:00
4. Earl of Sandwich (Quick Service – MarketPlace)
Try the Earl of Sandwich for reasonably priced breakfast burritos, oatmeal, fruit, sausage and egg sandwiches and more. You are sure to find something for breakfast at Disney Springs here. Also try the artisan bread, bacon, egg and cheddar sandwich or wraps, then pop over to the merry-go-round carousel. This restaurant offers a children’s menu with items such as oatmeal, breakfast tots,
Location: Marketplace
Hours: Open from 0900, see the full breakfast menu here.
5. Erin McKenna’s Bakery NYC – Allergy and Dietary friendly! (The Landing)
Erin McKenna’s Bakery NYC is a vegan bakery located in Disney Springs The Landing area. It offers a variety of baked goods, including cupcakes, donuts, cookies, muffins, and savory pastries. All of the bakery’s products are vegan, gluten-free, and kosher. The bakery is a popular spot for both locals and tourists alike.
Here are some of the most popular items on the menu:
- Cupcakes: The cupcakes are made with a variety of flavors, including red velvet, chocolate, and vanilla. They are topped with vegan buttercream frosting.
- Donuts: The donuts are made with a variety of flavors, including glazed, chocolate frosted, and strawberry frosted. They are also available in a variety of shapes, such as heart-shaped and Mickey Mouse-shaped.
- Cookies: The cookies are made with a variety of flavors, including chocolate chip, oatmeal raisin, and peanut butter. They are also available in a variety of shapes, such as reindeer and snowmen.
- Muffins: The muffins are made with a variety of flavors, including blueberry, banana, and pumpkin. They are also available in a variety of shapes, such as heart-shaped and Mickey Mouse-shaped.
- Savory pastries: The bakery also offers a variety of savory pastries, such as croissants, quiche, and sandwiches.
Erin McKenna’s Bakery is a great place to go for a vegan treat while you’re visiting Disney Springs. The bakery is open daily from 10:00 AM to 11:30 PM.
Location: The Landing
Hours: daily from 10:00 AM to 11:30 PM.
6. Starbucks (Marketplace and Westside)
For bagels, muffins or our favorite Spinach, Feta, and cage-Free Egg White Wrap, familiar Starbucks has something for everyone. There are two locations in Disney Springs; Marketplace and Westside.
Location: Marketplace and Westside
Hours: 0900 – 22:00
7. Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ (The Landing)
Possibly number one on our list of best places to eat in Disney Springs, the food here is simply – “chef’s kiss!” Featuring the finest Southern cuisine prepared from native Floridian ingredients, dining at this farm-themed restaurant will feel like a feast for the family. Ok, it doesn’t open til 11am for brunch, so it’s not the place for when the kids wake you up super early, but if everyone can wait a bit, it’s worthwhile!
Doughnuts, French Toast, Eggs any style, Fried Chicken, Rib Hash, the Art Burger, and more such carefully curated delicacies by the award-winning celebrity chef Art Smith soothe the homesick southern soul. Sit down for breakfast on weekends for the Rise n’ Shine Brunch where the kids can color in with the sheet and pencils provided whilst you wait for your meal. Add a little moonshine to your meal for an extra kick, you will definitely end the meal with plans to return! See the brunch menu here and best of all,it opens at 0900 – perfect for breakfast or brunch!
Location: the Landing
Hours: 09:00 –
Best Brunch at Disney Springs For Kids
With only four locations open before 10am, brunch at Disney Springs may be an option instead. Several places open from 10:00 which we have included below for breakfast/brunch.
8. House of Blues Restaurant and Bar (Table Service, Westside)
This legendary restaurant offers the best breakfast at Disney Springs, with nice Southern-inspired food for the soul. Gracing the walls are musical curios and African American art that enhance the understated ambiance.
Dig into the weekend Cajun brunch that caters to all kinds of diets. Some of the popular orders include burritos, hash, grits and bottomless mimosas for adults, all at very reasonable prices.
The House of Blues Restaurant and Bar in Disney Springs does not have a dedicated children’s breakfast menu. However, they do have a few kid-friendly options available on their regular breakfast menu. These options include:
- Mini Pancakes: Three buttermilk pancakes with fruit and syrup
- Breakfast Burrito: Scrambled eggs, cheese, beans, salsa, tortilla.
- Mini Pancakes: Three buttermilk pancakes with fruit and syrup.
- Tennessee Toast: country toast, avocado smash, roasted corn salsa, clover honey, sea salt. Add bacon or sausage
- Farmhouse Breakfast: two farm-fresh eggs, garlic home fries, choice of sausage or bacon, white or wheat toast. Add biscuit & gravy
Friendly vibes, lip-smacking food and live blues performances – what more can you ask for? Open from 10:00 on weekends.
Location: Westside
Hours: Brunch served Saturday and Sunday 10:00 – 14:00
9. Raglan Road (Table Service The Landing)
Open for weekends, with the Rollicking Raglan brunch starting at 10:00, this fun Irish bar with an authentic dark wooden interior shipped over is a bustling place due to the live entertainment. Expect the staff to have an Irish accent too! Breakfast food consists of a full Irish breakfast, pancakes, salmon, bacon and eggs and more! Adults will find plenty of beer, lager and other options, but despite all the alcohol options, it’s still a family friendly venue and a great restaurant for families in Disney Springs.
The dance entertainment starts at noon, so this may be a little late if you are super hungry for breakfast, but worth it as some kids get to join in with special kids dance lessons! Kids who are chosen to participate receive a personalized certificate. Choose to dine indoors or on the patio. The restaurant is positioned in The Landing section of Disney Springs and is full service. Closest parking is the Lime garage.
Location: The Landing
Hours: Monday-Friday 10 AM – 12 PM. Brunch is served Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
10. The BOATHOUSE
The BOATHOUSE offers a menu of seafood, steak, and chops, as well as a raw bar. The restaurant is known for its upscale atmosphere and its views of the lake.
The Boathouse offers a breakfast menu on Saturdays and Sundays from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The menu includes:
- Shrimp and Grits: Spicy cheddar beer cheese grits, shrimp, andouille sausage, two eggs any style.
- Crabcakes Benedict: Twin crab cakes, prosciutto ham, poached eggs, Old Bay hollandaise sauce, grilled asparagus.
- Lakeside Breakfast: Two eggs any style, home fries, choice of bacon or smoked sausage, ciabatta toast
- Belgian Waffle: Warm apple compote, butter caramel pecan sauce.
- Avocado Toast: Multigrain toast, avocado, tomato, feta cheese, pickled red onions, two eggs any style.
- Steak and Eggs: Strip steak, home fries, two eggs any style
- and more!
Location: The Landing
Hours: Brunch is served Saturday and Sunday from 10:00-14:00
11. Terralina Crafted Italian
Terralina Crafted Italian is an upscale-casual Italian restaurant located in Disney Springs. It offers a menu of wood-fired pizzas, pasta dishes, and other Italian specialties. The restaurant is known for its fresh ingredients and its rustic atmosphere.
Terralina Crafted Italian does not offer a dedicated breakfast menu, but they do have a few breakfast options available during brunch on Saturdays and Sundays from 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM. The breakfast options include:
- Breakfast Pizza: Fennel sausage, roasted red peppers, mozzarella, and a sunny side up egg.
- Bread Pudding French Toast: Berry compote and powdered sugar
- Terralina Poached Eggs: Crispy polenta cake, marinara and seasonal vegetables
12. STK Orlando
STK Orlando is a steakhouse located in Disney Springs. It offers a menu of steaks, chops, seafood, and cocktails. The restaurant is known for its modern atmosphere and its lively bar scene.
STK Orlando steakhouse in Disney Springs does not have a dedicated children’s brunch menu. However, they do have a few kid-friendly options available on their regular brunch menu. STK Orlando offers a breakfast menu on Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
- Smoked Pork Belly Benedict: Maple glazed bacon, shishito peppers, poached eggs, hollandaise sauce, toasted English muffin, chili flakes.
- Eggs & Avocado on Toast: Smashed avocado, cilantro, grilled sourdough bread, poached eggs, jalapeño, extra virgin olive oil, toasted pumpkin seeds.
- Lobster & Eggs Benedict: Lobster, baby spinach, poached eggs, caviar hollandaise sauce, toasted English muffin.
- Wagyu Burger BKFT: 7oz beef patty, American cheese, bacon, fried egg, lettuce, tomato, onion, special sauce, fries.
- Cinnamon French Toast: Brioche bread, cinnamon, sugar, maple syrup
- Hot Chicken & Waffle: Buttermilk waffles, fried hot chicken thigh, pickles, coleslaw, maple BBQ sauce
- Egg White Omelet: Roasted pepper relish, caramelized onions, avocado, sautéed spinach, mushrooms, emmental cheese, baby green leaves
Location: The Landing
Hours: weekends 11:00 – 14:00
13. Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante
14. City Works Eatery & Pour House (Table Service- Westside)
Open from 10:00 on weekends, the City Works Eatery is a popular sports bar with classic American fare. Breakfast options include doughnuts or bagels, steak, breakfast tacos and more! Guests can make sure they don’t miss a game with the state-of-the-art HDTVs or dine al fresco on the patio.
Location: Westside
Hours: Brunch served Saturday & Sunday 10:00 – 14:55
15. Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill
Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill is a California-inspired restaurant located in Disney Springs. It offers a menu of American cuisine, with a focus on fresh, seasonal ingredients and great options for kids. The restaurant is known for its lively atmosphere and its creative cocktails.
Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill offers a breakfast menu on Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
The kids’ menu includes:
- Breakfast Burrito: Scrambled eggs, cheese, beans, salsa, tortilla.
- Mini Pancakes: Three buttermilk pancakes with fruit and syrup
- French Toast Sticks: Three french toast sticks with fruit and syrup
- Scrambled Eggs: Scrambled eggs with bacon or sausage.
- Omelet: Omelet with your choice of fillings.
The main menu includes:
- Smashed Avocado Toast: Poached egg, local burrata, multigrain bread.
- Breakfast Pizza: Eggs, bacon, sausage, potatoes, tabasco cream.
- Egg Sandwich: Maple pork sausage, cheddar cheese, arugula garlic aioli, brioche bun
- Cajun Shrimp & Grits: Andouille sausage, bacon, peppers, soft egg over easy.
- Chicken & Waffles: Blueberry compote, maple honey butter
- Old School Breakfast: Two eggs any style, bacon, tuscan potatoes, toast
Location: Town Center
Hours: Weekends 10:00 – 15:00
16. Paddlefish
Paddlefish is a seafood restaurant located in Disney Springs. It offers a menu of seafood, steaks, and chops, as well as a raw bar. The restaurant is known for its upscale atmosphere and its views of the lake and on Sundays only, brunch is available.
Items include:
Cheddar Bacon Frittata: Breakfast potatoes, bacon, salsa verde and Avocado Toast: Multigrain toast, avocado, tomato, feta cheese, pickled red onions, two eggs any style.
Location: Marketplace
Hours: brunch Sundays til 3pm
17. Wine Bar George (option with older kids)
It offers a menu of small plates, charcuterie, and pizzas, as well as a wide selection of wines. The restaurant is known for its cozy atmosphere and its friendly staff.
Wine Bar George offers a breakfast menu on Saturdays and Sundays from 10:30 AM to 2:00 PM. The menu includes:
- Brie & Bacon Croissant: Brioche croissant, brie, bacon, fig jam.
- Shakshuka: Eggs poached in tomato sauce, feta, pita bread.
- Croque Monsieur: Ham, Gruyère, béchamel, toasted bread
- French Toast: Brioche bread, custard, maple syrup.
- Omelet with your choice of fillings.
Location: The Landing
Hours: Brunch served Saturday & Sunday 10:30- 14:00
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