Here now - where to eat outside of parks with a toddler?

DisneyFave

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Want to eat at a sit down place at a resort or on boardwalk with a toddler. We’re staying at Animal Kingdom Lodge and will take minnie van. TIA :)
 
Without reservations, try ESPN Club or Big River Grille on the Boardwalk or the Fountain at the Dolphin. You can check the MDE app to see if anything is available at Trattoria al Forno on the Boardwalk, Cape May at BC or Ale & Compass at YC. Those will be your most casual TS options.
 
Want to eat at a sit down place at a resort or on boardwalk with a toddler. We’re staying at Animal Kingdom Lodge and will take minnie van. TIA :)
I'll assume you've visited Sanaa at AKLodge to enjoy the animals while dining.....

On Boardwalk:
ESPN Zone has sports-TV in every direction. A toddler might like that. I have a secret pleasure here - ice cold beer & nachos.

Near Boardwalk:
The Fountain, inside the Dolphin. Burger & ice cream style menu, like Beaches & Cream....but Beaches & Cream is being renovated right now.

Swan & Dolphin also have Signatures that are likely to have last-minute reservations available. And if your toddler is potty-trained, you may want to utilize the free child-care option at Camp Dolphin.
https://www.swandolphinrestaurants.com/campdolphin.html
Regardless, these dining rooms are typically less hectic than Disney-run establishments.

Disney Springs:
You might also consider Disney Springs. Better window shopping than Boardwalk and would not require a Minnie Van. Snack options are virtually everywhere. Cocktail & Lounge menus are virtually everywhere too.
 


Update on closures: Trails End playground is closed as is the nearby barn and pony rides. Also Mickey D’s is closed for renovations until early 2020. On the Boardwalk ESPN Zone is casual and relaxed for a family with a toddler. Enjoy!
 

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