Walt Disney World Dining Review: Tusker House

 

One of the easier character dining experiences to get a reservation for is Tusker House in Animal Kingdom. It is located in the Africa section of Animal Kingdom and features Mickey Mouse and friends in their safari gear. It is a buffet and has a selection of African inspired foods. Now, don't let that scare you away. It is a buffet and it has plenty of options.

Characters came around quickly and the restaurant was not packed.

Basmati rice and curry, falalphel, tabouli salad, pita - I forgot to take a picture of the meat

A dessert selection that we shared---get the bread pudding!

Goofy was ready to go fishing!

Mickey was ready to hit Kilimanjaro Safari

Donald is my #1

Daisy rocks this safari outfit

I urge you to go to Tusker House and enjoy some time with Mickey and pals!

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Five on Friday: April 26, 2019

It has been a pretty quiet week in the realm of Walt Disney World News, but a few things of note have popped up.  Here we go!

1. Plastic Straws are Leaving the Parks

It is being reported by multiple sources (here is one) that plastic straws are leaving Walt Disney World resort. However, other sources (here is one) are reporting that paper straws are being distributed at Joffrey's Coffee stands. 

2. Parkeology Challenge Completed by 2 Guests without FastPasses

The Orlando Sentinel had a story yesterday that 2 people completed the Parkeology Challenge, which is where you try to do all 46 attractions at the four Walt Disney World theme parks in 1 day. And they did it without FastPasses. 

Click here for the story from the Orlando Sentinel.

Click here for more information on the Parkeology Challenge.

3. Gondola system evacuation tests

The Gondola system is a transportation system that is opening at Walt Disney World this summer. Staff and crews are testing the evacuation procedures this week! 

Click here for the full news story.

4. Rivers of Light to get an update

The Rivers of Light night time show at Animal Kingdom debuted in February 2017 to less than stellar reviews. I thought it was a beautiful show and fit the theme of the park very well. This week, Disney Parks Blog announced that this summer, Rivers of Light: We Are One will debut. It is an update to the original show. The new show will feature Disney animation and Disney Nature films. It is set to open Memorial Day Weekend.

5. Animal Kingdom turns 21

On Monday, April 22, Animal Kingdom celebrated its 21st birthday!

Have a great weekend!

Walt Disney World Animal Kingdom Height Requirements

Several rides at Animal Kingdom have strictly enforced height requirements and some are a bit surprising.

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A Guide to Animal Kingdom Table Service Restaurants

Animal Kingdom table service restaurants offer some of the most unique styles of food on the Walt Disney World Resort.

This Guide will give you a quick glimpse at the restaurants.

Yak & Yeti Restaurant

Theme: Nepal

Location: Asia

Food Style: Pan-Asian

Dinner Style: A la Carte

Meals Served: Lunch and Dinner

Dining Plan: Yes, 1 Table Service Credit

Click here for reservations or to view the menu.

Tiffins

Theme: Travel

Location: Discovery Island

Food Style: African, Asian, South American

Dinner Style: A la Carte

Meals Served: Lunch and Dinner

Dining Plan: Yes, 2 Table Service Credits

Click here for reservations or to view the menu.

Rainforest Cafe

Theme: Rainforest

Location: Entrance Plaza

Food Style: American

Dinner Style: A la Carte

Meals Served: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Dining Plan: Yes, 1 Table Service Credit

Click here for reservations or to view the menu.

Tusker House

Theme: African Safari

Location: Africa

Food Style: American and African

Dinner Style: Buffet

Meals Served: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Dining Plan: Yes, 1 Table Service Credit

Character Meal: Members of the Fab Five (Donald, Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, Daisy) in Safari Gear

Click here for reservations or to view the menu.

Which is your favorite Animal Kingdom table service restaurant?

Written by Jennie Thomas

Jennie is a Vacationeer with Ear To There Travel who loves Expedition Everest and Walt Disney's Enchanted Tiki Room.

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