EPCOT’s Coral Reef Restaurant Closes for Refurbishment

Overview

• The Coral Reef Restaurant began a refurbishment that took the venue offline on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, and rolling planters now block the entrance.
• Public information about reopening is inconsistent, with Disney currently listing the restaurant as "expected to reopen later in 2026" despite earlier reports that reservations briefly showed a November 4 reopening.
• Coral Reef reduced service earlier in 2026 by ending lunch offerings, making this full closure the latest step in a series of operational changes.
• The restaurant is known for Florida Coastal Cuisine and floor-to-ceiling views into The Seas with Nemo & Friends pavilion, which holds the equivalent of about 54 Olympic-sized pools and supports roughly 2,000 animals across more than 60 species.
• The closure comes during a wider round of EPCOT updates that include Test Track showroom changes and construction in multiple World Showcase pavilions, so visitors should check Disney’s official channels and adjust dining plans accordingly.