with a reputation as being one of the best places within disney world for some unique
food selections from african curried corn dogs to alien inspired blueberry cream cheese moose
but with so many restaurants to choose from you may need a helping hand in deciding
where to dine when visiting disney world's famous zoological theme park
hi i'm the frugal brit and for this video i will outline my ranking of the top 10 best restaurants
at disney's animal kingdom my ranking is based on a combination of my experiences my friends
experiences but i've also done heavy research of online reviews to make it as objective as possible
and given the name of my channel i do allow my ranking to be influenced quite a bit by good
value which is why you will see some quick service options pretty high up in my ranking
and i'll also be sure to emphasize the prices for all the restaurants on my list
ranking restaurants is always tricky so please let me know in the comments
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at number 10 in my ranking is the colourful and approachable pete safari located on the west side
of discovery island towards the pathway taking you over to pandora this comparatively large
restaurant stands out with its colorful murals and vibrant mosaics depicting playful animal scenes
unsurprisingly this quick service restaurant is focused mainly on pizzas but you can also pick
up a shrimp flatbread and a caesar salad they also do a sicilian plant-based pizza and vegan
cheese is also available on request pizzapori is tailored for either young families or those
looking for a simpler meal compared to some of the more exotic options within animal kingdom
in terms of cost your entrees will average around twelve dollars which includes a salad the size of
pizzeria costs between four and seven dollars and the kids meals average at seven dollars
those that enjoyed pizzafari appreciated the simplicity of its menu its bright colours and
the better value when compared to many other options at animal kingdom many of those that
didn't enjoy safari point out that it's not in danger of becoming one of the best pizza places
in disney world unfortunately the food offerings don't quite match the theming here and also it
can get quite busy midday with it being near the front of the park and with its approachable menu
and we'll say i wouldn't recommend pete safari unless you have any fussy eaters in the family
or if you're just desperate for some pizza which i appreciate does happen to the best of us
next at nine is the famous jungle themed rainforest cafe table service restaurant which
you'll find just before the entrance to animal kingdom on the left-hand side and there's also
a back entrance which you access from inside the park you've likely seen a rainforest cafe before
with it being a national chain of restaurants one of which you can also find within disney springs
this restaurant serving american cuisine offers extensive rainforest theming including a huge
saltwater aquarium waterfalls lush paintings and there's also a regular thunderstorm where
the sound effects and animal animatronics bring to life all adding to rainforest cafes fun atmosphere
adjacent to the restaurant is a large gift shop featuring rainforest themed merchandise
the cost for an entree range is quite significantly the burgers will cost you
twenty dollars on average but the more expensive entrees go up to forty dollars a kids entree will
cost ten dollars on average those that enjoy rainforest cafe i appreciate it it's diverse
yet approachable menu the fun theming that your kids will love there are many that don't
appreciate it it is quite fashionable within the disney world community to hate on rainforest cafe
which i have to say i'm not fully on board with i think it does have its purpose however it is
quite poor value and it is one of the least unique and interesting dining choices at animal kingdom
noise and wait times can also be a problem too so reservations recommended
next at number eight is the dinosaur themed restaurant asaurus situated unsurprisingly in
the dinoland usa land over on the right hand side if you're walking from discovery island
this quick service restaurant is modeled after student parliamentologists who converted it to
a restaurant with multiple eclectically decorated dining rooms and an airstream
trailer that you can eat in the menu is a mix of mostly standard american fast food such as burgers
including a plant-based burger chicken sandwiches breaded shrimp and chicken nuggets one of the big
draws for restaurantesaurus is the self-topping bar for the burgers and sandwiches an entree
at this restaurant will cost you 15 on average and that does include eight sides such as fries
those that enjoyed this restaurant i appreciated its decent sized portions
its clever theming and sense of humor some that did not couldn't quite get the theming and some
including myself were not blown away by the quality of food at this restaurant
at number seven is harambe market the exotic street food quick service option on the
north east side of the africa land and just south of the rafiki's planet watch entrance
ranbir market's open air market style features various stalls and have their
own individual windows according to the disney story it serves as the center of
commerce serving food and goods to world travelers who have come to the town for
respite before or after their safari adventures seeking out the animals of africa within the
stores you can grab beef euro flatbreads chicken tikka masala ribs sausage and more
the entrees cost around 14 and that will typically include something like rice or naan bread kids
meals will cost around eight dollars and an ice cream dessert costs five dollars
those that love harambe market love its authentic african theming and its decent sized portions
those that didn't often pull to the limited seating which is outdoor only so not great
on those super hot days also i will say i was disappointed that they changed some of the best
items here such as the spice rubbed kurubi ribs and number six is the yak and yeti local food cafe
quick service restaurant serving pan-asian cuisine and situated over on the west side of the asia
land and next to its table service counterpart this restaurant is unofficially known as yak and
yeti quick service which is what i'll use for the rest of this video so this restaurant's cuisine
combines flavors from china india and nepal but the breakfast menu offers more familiar american
fare all of which can be enjoyed within its large and thematically detailed outdoor courtyard
the highlights for yak and yeti quick service include the american kobe cheeseburger the egg
rolls and the honey chicken the dinner entrees average at around fourteen dollars the sides
come in around five dollars and the kids meals cost eight dollars those that enjoyed yakima yeti
quick service praise its unique menu the variety of sources its decent value those that didn't
often point to the lack of indoor seating and that it can get quite crowded during peak times
we're headed back to africa at number five for the sizeable safari themed character buffet restaurant
known as the tusker house restaurant which sits on the main thoroughfare of the harambe village
section its appearances of a weathered african marketplace with rooms tumbling into one another
this family-focused buffet which is available at breakfast lunch and dinner is inspired by the
flavours of africa but with a nod to standard american fare for those less adventurous
eaters the big draws at tusker house are the spit-roasted meats that are sliced in front of you
in terms of pricing the adult and dinner buffets cost 55 and the breakfast buffets cost 42.
those that enjoyed tusker house enjoyed its african-inspired decorations
its flavorful meats and the healthy options when compared to most other buffets those that didn't
enjoy tosca house often refer to its underwhelming dessert options and there are some that feel it
doesn't offer the best value especially for those that are less interested in seeing the characters
at number four is tiffins the signature table service restaurant located over in discovery
island just before the bridge taking you over to pandora the world of avatar
tiffins has waterfront views indoor and outdoor seating for 252 people
and is open for both lunch and dinner
its menu celebrates the art of traveling and features food inspired from europe africa asia and
the americas and this inspiration also applies to the design and decor of tiffins which is a tribute
to the explorations of imagineers and celebrates the artwork behind the design of the park
the appetizers include exotic dishes like charred octopus and spiced chickpea falafel whilst the
main causes include shrimp and grits and north african inspired tofu so probably not the best
choice for any for sea eaters also probably not the best choice for anyone that's on a budget
as expected to give in its signature restaurant status this is the most expensive restaurant
within animal kingdom a main course entree will cost on average around 50
an appetizer will cost around 18 and a kids entree will cost around 14 on average tiffins
is well regarded for its beautiful artwork enthusiastic service relaxing atmosphere
incredible wine menu many saying it has the best cuisine available within disney world those that
didn't enjoy tiffins as you'd expect did not appreciate the ultra high cost of dining at this
signature restaurant which doesn't meet everyone's expectations also on a separate note many regret
taking their children to this restaurant due to its adventurous menu alternatively you may want
to check out nomad lounge which is a separate yet connected bar lounge offering light bites
at number three is pandora's saturday canteen featuring a wide array of
internationally inspired cuisine tailored for the older and more adventurous crowd
and located on the far north side of pandora near the wind traders gift shop
the story behind this quick service restaurant is that it used to be a mess hall for the rda
in case you don't know those are the baddies from the avatar movie but the mess hall has
been repurposed with nappy artwork and other cultural items satouli canteen specializes in
its customizable bowls you'll start by choosing your protein your base and then your sources
all of which are cooked in front of you and can be enjoyed within air-conditioned indoor seating
satuli also serves one of the most popular desserts in animal kingdom which is its
blueberry cream cheese mousse the entrees come in at 15 and the kids meals cost around eight dollars
saturday canteen is the highest reviewed restaurant in the whole of animal kingdom
according to google and lit tripadvisor those that enjoyed it appreciated its
blend of healthy dishes with exotic spices at a price lower than many expected in animal kingdom
there's a really impressive menu for vegans and those with food allergies which deserves a mention
the indoor seating with air conditioning is a big selling point also the theming is immersive and
well received by most but i must say the mess hall hanger feel didn't quite do it for me personally
at number two is the fan favorite flame tree barbecue which is a carnivores paradise located
on the east side of discovery island on the left before the bridge taking you to dinoland usa
oddly there isn't any theming really when it comes to flame sheet bbq fairly modest in appearance
there's no indoor seating either but this can be forgiven at flame treachers with sprawling
complex with shaded pavilions with ceiling fans the jungle foliage and the water features
with the expedition everest mountain off in the distance over the discovery river this is one of
the most picturesque places to eat in disney world and makes up for the lack of theming
highlights at flame tree include the fall of the bone st louis ribs and the baked macaroni and
cheese with pulled pork the entrees come in at around 16 on average making it one of the best
value options at animal kingdom however the entrees don't come with a side like
fries that'll cost an extra five dollars and the kids meals cost seven dollars
those that enjoyed flame street bbq loved its comparatively good value with its large portions
the peaceful ambience with excellent views all my british friends loved flame tree barbecue but i
know a couple of texans from across the pond that have very high expectations with barbecue cuisine
that didn't enjoy the food quite as much as i did my number one pick for the best restaurant
at animal kingdom is yakin yeti which is the main table service version of the yak and yeti quick
service restaurant covered at number six based in the same area within the asia land pretty hard to
miss when traveling directly from discovery island with its big purple building near the bridge from
discovery island this nepalese-style restaurant serving pan-asian cuisine is themed as a grand
home that's been converted to a boutique hotel for the rich on the way of the himalayas
and is decorated with an eclectic assortment of southeast asian artifacts
some of the highlights include the firecracker shrimp
the honey chicken the low mean noodle dishes and the fried wontons the prices do vary quite a bit
at yak and yeti but the entrees average at around 30 with the kids entrees costing ten dollars
those that enjoyed yakin yeti appreciated the rich flavors large portions and fantastic
presentation from its dishes and much better value than the likes of tusker house and tiffins
people also love its lavish theming personally i think yakima yeti is one of the best themed and
immersive restaurants in disney world those that didn't enjoy yak and yeti are few and far between
but there is a very small minority that had bad experiences with wait times
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