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11 Best Disneyland Breakfast Spots Inside the Parks

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If you like to get to Disneyland for rope drop, chances are you’ll be hungry. Find out the best Disneyland breakfast from top Disney blogger Marcie and the Mouse. Scroll down to see them all!
This best Disneyland breakfast post was written by family travel expert Marcie Cheung and contains affiliate links which means if you purchase something from one of my affiliate links, I may earn a small commission that goes back into maintaining this blog.

Disneyland has some amazing places to dine. In fact, it’s hard for us to narrow a day down to just three meals.

Some places are perfect for sampling small bites and that way you can go to a lot more of these carefully planned themed environments for tasty Disneyland morsels.

When it comes to Lunch and Dinner, choices abound and there are very few places we would discourage anyone from trying out.

However, breakfast inside the parks is much harder to come by.

We get it. Most people want to rush to the nearest attraction as soon as the park opens.

However, there are a few remarkable places that serve breakfast in Disneyland and California Adventure and we have our favorites.

For those who like to enjoy your first meal of the day inside the Disneyland parks, here are our ranked favorites.

We only wish River Belle Terrace still served breakfast. It would top the list!

Breakfast in Disneyland: Our Top Restaurants Inside the Parks Ranked

#11 Cappuccino Cart

For a simple Disneyland breakfast, head to the middle of Disney California Adventure Park (near the Wharf) to grab a coffee and a breakfast burrito at the Cappuccino Cart.

There’s usually a shorter line here than at Starbucks. Plus, it’s centrally located so you can send the rest of your family on a ride while you grab breakfast.

#10 Market House

This is a fancy name for the Starbucks in Disneyland Park right on Main Street. I admit, this is one of the busiest Starbucks in the area but it has everything that families want.

Image of a Starbucks coffee cup in Disneyland
I always grab coffee at the Starbucks on Main Street. Photo credit: Marcie Cheung

You can get hot or cold Starbucks beverages, a tasty breakfast sandwich, or a variety of quick breakfast items.

#9 Fiddler, Fifer & Practical Cafe

This is a fancy name for the Starbucks in Disney California Adventure Park. But, it’s one of the easiest places to get a grab-and-go quick service breakfast.

You can pick up Starbucks beverages, pastries, and artisan breakfast sandwiches. Plus they have fresh fruit and protein boxes.

#8 Galactic Grill

A consistent counter service location for a quick and balanced breakfast in Disneyland, Galactic Grill is the only place east of Main Street to grab some morning grub.

Galactic Grill Breakfast Menu at Disneyland
Here’s the breakfast menu at Galactic Grill. Photo credit: Marcie Cheung

It’s a go-to place for a handheld breakfast, but you don’t have to take it on the go. There are plenty of tables covered by the overhead shelter.

In addition to a breakfast burrito or sandwich, you can have french toast sticks, breakfast bowls, fruit, or enjoy one of the seasonal offerings.

#7 Pym’s Test Kitchen

Another great place for breakfast at Disney California Adventure Park is Pym’s Test Kitchen in the Avengers Campus.

At Pym Test Kitchen in Avengers Campus inside Disney California Adventure Park, even the food and drinks tell a story. Just as Ant-Man and The Wasp used shrinking and growing technology, Pym Test Kitchen applies this science to innovative food. Among the tasty experiments, guests can enjoy the Ever-Expanding Cinna-Pym Toast made with baked Pym particle bread and egg custard with cinnamon-sugar topping, a fried egg, smoked bacon, and maple syrup. (David Nguyen/Disneyland Resort)
Ever-Expanding Cinna-Pym Toast . Photo credit: David Nguyen/Disneyland Resort

They offer eggs, bacon, and potato bites. But the runaway hit is the Ever-expanding Cinna-Pym Toast which is basically baked French toast with a fried egg and bacon. It’s amazing!

I’ll also admit, we’ve ordered their giant pretzel to share for breakfast.

#6 Red Rose Taverne

Red Rose Taverne is where it starts to get really pretty good for breakfast available inside Disneyland.

Image of Red Rose Taverne at Disneyland
Red Rose Taverne at Disneyland. Photo credit: Marcie Cheung

Formerly Pinocchio’s Village Haus, the newish Beauty and the Beast motif seems here to stay.

It’s currently the only place where you can order a Mickey shaped pancake. If you like more eggs and bacon with your breakfast, they have that too.

In our opinion the menu is incredibly well-rounded, offering a quinoa breakfast bowl, a gourmet breakfast sandwich, and a breakfast platter served with a petit croissant.

There is plenty of indoor and outdoor seating and both have a remarkable atmosphere.

#5 Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe

If you decide to linger in the plaza after a stroll down Main Street, Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe is the perfect place to stop for a small breakfast and an outdoor table with views of the castle, the Matterhorn and the Tomorrowland entrance.

This bakery offers a variety of tantalizing sweet and savory treats and serves breakfast sandwiches as well. Two of the staples here are the Matterhorn Macaron and the Cinnamon Roll.

Jolly Holiday is located near the entrance to Adventureland, so save room for a Dole Whip if you decide to go here for breakfast in Disneyland.

#4 Carnation Cafe

For the lovely street atmosphere, there is no better place in Disneyland to dine than at Carnation Cafe.

Image of the Carnation Cafe at Disneyland
Carnation Cafe is on Main Street in Disneyland. Photo credit: Marcie Cheung

This classic Disney restaurant offers American breakfast favorites and specialties such as apple granola pancakes and Mickey Shaped Waffles.

Carnation Cafe is the only table service restaurant that is not a buffet/character meal.

You can enjoy a nice leisurely breakfast and watch the activity on Main Street USA as you plan your day in the park.

#3 Corn Dog Castle

You know how sometimes you really just want to eat breakfast as you get in line for your favorite ride?

Corn Dog Castle in Disney California Adventure Park has a really simple breakfast sausage and egg corn dog that is full of sweet and salty goodness.

#2 Lamplight Lounge

Lamplight Lounge has a great a daily brunch and it’s fantastic!

It’s among the top places to dine in Disney’s California Adventure and our pick for the second-best breakfast in either of the two Parks.

Lamplight Lounge is a Pixar-themed restaurant at Disney California Adventure
Photo credit: Adam & Claudia Photography

This table service restaurant is where Ariel’s Grotto used to be. It’s now transformed into a cool, Pixar-themed lounge with indoor booth seating and incredible outdoor patio seating.

Some top brunch items include crab and potato cake benedict, New York avocado toast, French toast, and chilaquiles.

Image of a mom and boy on Pixar Pier at Disneyland
This is the view from Lamplight Lounge on Pixar Pier. Photo credit: Marcie Cheung

The food is really good, but people usually come here for the fancy drinks and to gawk at the Pixar memorabilia.

They have boozy brunch cocktails and also a large array of non-alcoholic beverages. It’s one of our favorite Disneyland restaurants.

#1 Plaza Inn

Breakfast in the Park with Minnie and Friends is the Plaza Inn Breakfast Buffet. I highly recommend stalking the Disneyland app if you haven’t made a reservation.

Image of Plaza Inn at Disneyland Park.
Plaza Inn at Disneyland. Photo credit: Marcie Cheung

It’s perfect for families with young children who want to meet the characters and don’t have a huge list of rides they “have to go on.”

It’s a standard buffet with all the breakfast staples, plus plenty of interaction with Disney favorites such as Winnie the Pooh (and Tigger, too).

The characters are not advertised and often you will get a grab bag variety with the likes of Captain Hook or Rafiki showing up among the more regular characters.

For us, that makes it even more fun and exciting when we see who comes to our table.

The Plaza Inn stands right at the edge of Main Street overlooking the castle. It’s an especially nice place for breakfast in Disneyland if you book an early reservation before the park even opens.

Where to Find Breakfast at Disneyland FAQs

Does Oga’s Cantina still serve breakfast at Disneyland?

Not really. You can still get snacks and drinks in the morning, but they no longer serve breakfast items.

Can I get breakfast in Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge?

While you used to be able to find breakfast options at Oga’s Cantina and Docking Bay 7, they no longer have breakfast menu items. You’ll have to wait until 10:30 am to even get coffee in Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge.

Does Flo’s Diner still serve breakfast at Disney California Adventure Park?

No, they have stopped offering breakfast options.

Is there a Starbucks at Disneyland?

Yes, there is a Starbucks at Disneyland Park (called Market House), in Disney California Adventure Park (called Fiddler, Fifer & Practical Cafe), and one in Downtown Disney District.

Is there a Disney character dining for breakfast at Disneyland?

Yes, you can do a character breakfast with Minnie Mouse and other favorite Disney characters at the Plaza Inn in Disneyland Park. There is also the Disney Princess Breakfast Adventures and Mickey’s Tales of Adventure at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel and a Disney character breakfast at Goofy’s Kitchen at the Disneyland Hotel. These are you best options for Mickey waffles.

Is Donald Duck’s Seaside Breakfast still open?

No, it is currently closed as Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel undergoes a rebrand.

Is Disneyland less crowded in the morning?

It’s definitely less crowded first thing in the morning (especially during early entry or at rope drop).

Breakfast at Disneyland Wrap Up

From fast casual breakfast spots to table service dining, this list of places to enjoy breakfast at Disneyland has you covered!

I hope you’ll check out some of these delicious breakfast options on your next trip to Disneyland!

Looking for more places to eat at Disneyland for breakfast? Check out the top places for breakfast in Downtown Disney, our review of the Disney Princess Breakfast Adventures, and our guide to Goofy’s Kitchen!

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