Most Restaurants Return to Disney Dining Plan 2026 as Some Meal Limits Lift and Big Names Stay Out

Ongoing third‑party contract signings through January mean travelers must check the app for real‑time acceptance before dining.

Overview

Roughly two dozen venues rejoined the 2026 roster, including favorites like The BOATHOUSE, Morimoto Asia, Via Napoli, Tutto Italia, and several EPCOT and Disney Springs locations.
Initial meal‑period restrictions at Via Napoli, Tutto Italia, The Edison, and Terralina were updated to allow Dining Plan use at both lunch and dinner, according to the latest listings.
High‑profile holdouts remain off the plan, with Space 220 and Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ still unavailable alongside Landry’s spots such as Rainforest Cafe and T‑Rex and multiple Starbucks cafés in the parks.
Outlets report that contracts typically finalize through January, and Disney’s site and My Disney Experience listings are updating in real time as participation changes.
The uncertainty is especially important for families using the 2026 Kids Eat Free offer, since exclusions or time‑of‑day limits at pricier restaurants can reduce the promotion’s value.