The California Grill Lounge is a great way to experience the much-loved signature restaurant in Disney’s Contemporary Resort — and the view — without a reservation.

Come early in the evening and snag a spot, and you’ll have access to the full restaurant menu! Stick around and you can view Magic Kingdom’s Happily Ever After fireworks from arguably the best viewing spot around.

Enjoy a drink, fresh sushi or a flatbread, or anything else from California Grill’s full menu.

Service: Lounge

Type of Food: American, California focus

Location: Contemporary Resort, top floor

Disney Dining Plan: No

Menu:
Official Disney California Grill Menu

Reviews:
Review: California Grill

Important Info:

• Typically open for the evenings starting at 5PM.
• Visit the restaurant’s check-in desk on the 2nd floor of the resort to see if there’s room in the lounge or at the bar. The lounge and bar are first-come, first-served for seating.

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