Overview

• John “Rock & Roll” Tolkien shared on June 16 that his family of five spent $937.65—including a $150 tip—on a character breakfast at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa
• Disney advertises the three-course Princess Breakfast Adventures as starting at $142 per person, featuring encounters with Disney Princesses and dishes like mini lobster rolls, deviled eggs and truffle mac and cheese
• The receipt photo has racked up over 16 million views on X and driven intense discussion about the rising costs of luxury dining at theme parks
• Social media users split between blaming Tolkien for not checking prices in advance and praising the experience’s entertainment value for his children
• Disneyland requires advance reservations for its Princess Breakfast Adventures, positioning it as one of the resort’s most exclusive and costly dining offerings