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EPCOT’s Coral Reef to End Lunch, Shift to Dinner-Only in Early 2026

Disney has not explained conflicting listings for the final lunch date or whether the reduced hours are temporary.

Overview

  • The My Disney Experience reservation system shows lunch available through January 3, 2026, with only 4–9 p.m. dinner slots beginning January 4.
  • Disney’s operating hours pages display inconsistent details, with some listings indicating lunch through January 10–11 and dinner-only starting January 12.
  • Disney has issued no announcement confirming the change, its cause, or its duration.
  • Reservation searches show no availability for much of December despite posted hours, raising the possibility of a system glitch or an unannounced operational adjustment.
  • Context from surveys and commentary notes Coral Reef’s comparatively lower guest ratings and lighter midday demand, though Disney has not cited a reason for the schedule shift.