{"id":213445,"date":"2026-03-31T19:31:09","date_gmt":"2026-03-31T19:31:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/213445\/"},"modified":"2026-03-31T19:31:09","modified_gmt":"2026-03-31T19:31:09","slug":"4-disney-springs-restaurants-we-avoid-at-all-costs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/213445\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Disney Springs Restaurants We Avoid at ALL COSTS"},"content":{"rendered":"

Disney Springs<\/a> has quietly become one of the best dining destinations in all of Disney World, and that\u2019s not an exaggeration.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>It\u2019s time to eat!<\/p>\n

With spots like Homecomin\u2019<\/a>, Morimoto Asia<\/a>, and Raglan Road<\/a> all competing for your stomach space, the stakes for a bad meal have never been higher. You\u2019ve got limited meals on a Disney trip<\/a>, and every single one of them counts. So before you lock in that reservation, here are four Disney Springs restaurants<\/a> we\u2019d skip every time and, more importantly, where you should go instead.<\/p>\n

Paddlefish<\/p>\n

Let\u2019s get something out of the way: Paddlefish<\/a> is not a bad restaurant. The setting is genuinely cool, it\u2019s a giant paddleboat parked on the water, and the rooftop views of Disney Springs at night are legitimately stunning.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Paddlefish<\/p>\n

The problem is that you\u2019re paying signature dining prices for food that isn\u2019t exactly the most memorable, and at Disney Springs, that\u2019s simply not good enough.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Paddlefish<\/p>\n

For the same waterfront atmosphere and a much stronger culinary experience, The Boathouse<\/a> is steps away and delivers on both counts. The Amphicar rides, the raw bar, the steaks, the whole vibe just works better. If you\u2019re locked in on seafood and that boat setting, grab a drink on the Paddlefish rooftop and then walk over to The Boathouse for your actual meal.<\/p>\n

Terralina Crafted Italian<\/p>\n

The patio at Terralina<\/a> is beautiful. The lakeside setting is exactly what you\u2019d want from a breezy Italian dinner, and the interior design is all warm wood and rustic Italian charm. It\u2019s a lovely room.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Here\u2019s a peek inside!<\/p>\n

Unfortunately, a lovely room doesn\u2019t make up for Italian food that\u2019s decent, but not overwhelming, especially when you\u2019re paying signature-adjacent prices.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Terralina<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re craving Italian, Maria and Enzo\u2019s Ristorante<\/a> right there in Disney Springs is a much stronger choice, with a menu that actually earns its price point and an atmosphere that feels genuinely special. And if you\u2019re willing to make a short trip over to EPCOT, the Italy Pavilion is one of the most underrated dining destinations on Disney World property. Via Napoli\u2019s<\/a>\u00a0pizza alone is worth the trip.<\/p>\n

Planet Hollywood<\/p>\n

There is a version of Planet Hollywood that made sense, and it peaked somewhere around 1998. The celebrity memorabilia, the Hollywood glam theming, the novelty of eating inside a giant globe. It all had a moment. That moment has passed.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Planet Hollywood<\/p>\n

In 2026, the concept feels dated in a way that\u2019s hard to overlook, and the menu hasn\u2019t exactly done enough to carry the experience on its own merits.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Planet Hollywood<\/p>\n

Disney Springs has evolved dramatically over the last decade, and Planet Hollywood doesn\u2019t exactly feel like it has kept pace. Summer House on the Lake<\/a> is everything Planet Hollywood wishes it could be right now: a stylish, California-inspired dining room with genuinely great food, strong cocktails, and a lakeside setting that actually feels current. STK Orlando<\/a> is another excellent option if you\u2019re in the mood for a proper steakhouse experience. Both spots deliver the kind of meal you\u2019ll actually be talking about on the drive home.<\/p>\n

T-REX or Rainforest Cafe (When You\u2019re Not Traveling With Little Kids)<\/p>\n

This one comes with a big asterisk: if you have young children and you want to blow their minds, both T-REX<\/a> and Rainforest Cafe<\/a> will absolutely deliver. The animatronic dinosaurs, the simulated thunderstorms, the ice age blizzards, kids go completely wild for it, and that experience has real value.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>T-Rex<\/p>\n

But if you\u2019re a couple, a group of adults, or even a family with older kids who are past the animatronic novelty phase, you\u2019re essentially paying a premium for a dining show that fades fast. The menus at both spots are chain-style and not particularly memorable.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Rainforest Cafe!<\/p>\n

Put that time and money toward Frontera Cocina<\/a> for genuinely great Mexican food, or Wine Bar George<\/a> for a relaxed, adult-friendly experience that\u2019s seriously underrated.<\/p>\n

If robotic animals are a non-negotiable for the little one on your trip, here\u2019s a quick breakdown to help you pick the right one:<\/p>\n

T-REX<\/a>: Better for dino-obsessed kids, the theming is more immersive and the animatronics are larger and more dramatic. The periodic meteor shower \u201cevent\u201d adds an extra layer of excitement. It also tends to feel a bit more spacious inside. The downside is that it can get extremely loud, which is a real consideration if you have sensory-sensitive kids.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Dinosaurs everywhere!<\/p>\n

Rainforest Cafe<\/a>: A slightly calmer (though still very loud) experience overall, with jungle animals instead of dinosaurs and a thunderstorm that rolls through periodically. It\u2019s the better pick if your kid is more into animals than prehistoric creatures, and the theming feels a little more cohesive. The tradeoff is that the \u201cwow\u201d factor tends to wear off faster than T-REX<\/a> for most kids.<\/p>\n

The Bottom Line<\/p>\n

Disney Springs is too good to settle for a meal that doesn\u2019t deliver. None of these spots are truly awful, but when you\u2019ve got Homecomin\u2019s fried chicken, Morimoto Asia\u2019s sushi, and Raglan Road\u2019s live entertainment all waiting for you, \u201cfine\u201d just isn\u2019t good enough. Skip the safe picks, do a little planning, and you\u2019ll walk away from Disney Springs with a meal you actually remember.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re interested in sharing your thoughts on this, or any other Disney or travel-related topic, follow us on the AllEars Facebook<\/a> to join in on the next conversation!<\/p>\n

REVIEW: Everyone Walks Past This Disney Springs Restaurant \u2014 Should You?<\/a><\/p>\n

Which Disney Springs restaurant do you always skip, and what\u2019s your go-to favorite instead? Let us know in the comments below.<\/p>\n

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