It felt extremely crowded, and I am a frequent Disney world visitor with the occasional Disneyland guest. However ignoring that and the lines being very long (October 2025) the food was great and the hospitality was wonderful. A few rides broke down often but that is expected at this point. Prices were expensive but not unreasonable

Disneyland’s pure joy-the happiest spot ever! Loved Haunted Mansion Holiday, that Nightmare Before Christmas overlay is genius, all festive and eerie. Tiki Room’s tunes always lift my mood, Space Mountain thrilled me silly on every ride. Big Thunder Mountain’s down for refurb, but the park’s magic shines anyway. Crowds flow smooth with Lightning Lane, no stress. Can’t wait to return!

Our Disneyland vacation was truly the most magical experience ever. Being there with my family made it unforgettable — every moment felt special. From the rides to the parades, the characters, and the atmosphere, it was pure happiness from start to finish. This was honestly the best trip of my life. We made so many memories together, and I already can’t wait to come back. Disneyland really is the happiest place on Earth, and we’re already dreaming of our next visit. If you’re thinking about going — do it. You won’t regret it!

I used to believe that Disneyland was the happiest place on the Earth but I sadly discovered that it's a lie... Disneyland it's the most complaining place in the World!!! During the last parade, a grumpy lady said to me: Calm down!!! Just because I was too excited creating memories with my two daughters, screaming and dancing and cheering to the caracters with true love and emotion. I just replied to her: Be Happy, and continued being myself with my family. But, then, a crew member silenced to me, because there were many complains, she said. So, I obey inmediatly but my perfect day was ruined just for be too loud, in a place that it's not silent at all. I wasn't the only person screaming or cheering, there were a lot of people doing the same thing like me!!! But, for some reason, ONLY ME WAS SILENCED. I don't know if that was because I'M MEXICAN, or because I WAS SPEAKING SPANISH, but I was animating in both languages. I don't want to think it's something racist or discrimination but there were so many people doing the same thing and didn't being repressed for that. So, I don't feel the magic in the air of Disneyland, neither the kindness or love that used to have. The price don't worth it. I don't pay for being silenced in a loudly place, full of people, laughing, screaming or just being happy and enjoying the moment. Another thing: the kids meal offer in the Coke's place, it's too expensive for the things that have. I recommend have the menu in anothers languages for the people around the world that visit you.

Spent a few days at both parks. I truly appreciate all the benches and areas to sit, sip, and relax. Really got my steps in these last few days!! Fourth of July wasn't as crowded as I expected it to be. I was happy about that! My only gripe is the fast pass. We went with other families and could not coordinate fast passes. The same ride would show a 330 slot for them, but my app said 750. Not convenient at all. Also, we have 2 cancelations after booking the fast pass. It was a little frustrating. Also, you are not allowed to book your lightning passes prior to entering the park! Bubble wands were 34.99!! Yikes! Star Tours and Matterhorn were both shut down! Other than that, the photographers are amazing and always capture a great photo. They also provide you with ideas for different poses which is good. Overall, it was a great experience, just like when we used to have the annual pass.

What can you say, it's Disneyland. Personally I noticed I'd kinda outgrew it. It was my favorite attraction on Earth when I was a young lad. But I found that it was very nice but it missed that special touch that it once had in me. Still I really enjoy going back to ride some of the old attractions such as the pirates of the Caribbean, the haunted Mansion. It's a small world and so forth. Enjoy yourself.

Disney was my childhood, I grew up in Anaheim and when my parents divorced I was exiled to the desert. A completely foreign place to me. Now that I'm an adult Disney is still my childhood because it keeps healing the little girl in me, she's still in my heart. Disney just makes me feel happy like I'm making up for lost time and now I can share that with my kids. My two autistic boys absolutely love Disney too.

The ambiance is colorful and contemporary. The gardens are gorgeous, and they have fun decorations for holidays. There are a lot of places to sit. It is nice to have so many places to eat with varying price points outside of the park. Most are on the expensive side. I loved the Salted Straw ice cream parlor, and they had mobile ordering. We watched a jazz trio perform that was so good! There are Disney related stores so you can find a lot of things that are in the park here. Wish there was a Bath and Body Works and some more quick service, less expensive places to eat. More bathrooms would be good too. It makes the walk to and from the park long, but you can catch a monorail.

The downtown area is very clean and there are lots of places to shop and eat. It's best to go here in the morning when the crowds aren't so thick. You can buy Disney souvenirs, pins, shirts, jackets and toys here as well as food. There is also a green turf space for kids to explore and parents to sit. The wide walk ways are appreciated but it would be nice to see more shaded seating and benches along the path.

You don’t need Disneyland tickets to enjoy Downtown Disney — it’s open to everyone, and it’s such a fun, vibrant spot to spend a few hours. There’s a quick security check as you enter, which actually makes the whole place feel safer. Once inside, it feels surprisingly global — lots of hotels around, people from everywhere, and a big open lawn area that often has live concerts and events. There’s something for everyone here — from the LEGO store and family-friendly food spots to cool bars and date-night restaurants. I spotted Din Tai Fung, a bowling alley, plenty of outdoor seating, and even a stage for live music. If you stay past 8 PM, you can catch the Disneyland fireworks from right there, which is a nice bonus. Parking is right outside and easy, but make sure to get your ticket validated when you dine or shop; otherwise, it’s pricey. We paid $10 after validation. I’d recommend making dinner reservations on weekends because it does get busy, especially Friday and Saturday nights. It’s about 15–20 minutes from Knott’s Berry Farm, so if you’re nearby or just want a fun evening out without going into the Disney park, Downtown Disney is a great option.

Able to enjoy the Disney atmosphere without paying the high cost of attractions tickets. This town is well organized and full with many professional Disney shops and fancy restaurants. Recommend visiting at the night time

This is a free entry area, so perfect for the last day before you heading back to the airport after checking out from the hotel. There are free leaflets with good information about what you can get and where to find them. Don't forget to get your Lego passport stamped at their Lego store. There are plenty of beautiful spots for selfies, nice shops, and easy diner/lunch. The chicken wings from Black Tap was amazing and don't forget to grab beigniet from the beigniet express near Jaz kitchen.

They are doing construction now, so just be aware. If you love Disney, you won't be disappointed in the shopping experience. Parking fills up, so go early. I also ate at one of thee restaurants, it was good.

Downtown disney has been changed so much. Most of stores, restaurants were gone, new ones have come. Even though I was not so well off 15 years ago, we used to roam around (couldn't buy, eat anything because it's so expensive.) I still miss those old days when my dream was flying over that downtown street. Yesterday, Monday night, so many people, so different scenery. I was searching for any memoirs that still could be remained, but in fail...

Worth every penny! Disneyland and California Adventure are a must-visit. We celebrated my daughter's fifth birthday here, and we rode 99% of the rides over 3 days. She is 42 inches tall. Our top 5 favorite rides were: 1. Tiana's Bayou Adventure 2. Radiator Springs Racers 3. Matterhorn Bobsleds (my daughter's least favorite) 4. Guardians of the Galaxy: Monsters After Dark 5. Haunted Mansion I highly recommend getting the Lightning Pass; you'll regret it if you don't! The fireworks show is only on weekends. Wear comfortable shoes—there's lots of walking!

Great time, despite ticket prices being high i feel like is wasn't as expensive inside the park as I thought it would be. Snacks and treats were pretty affordable. Loved the new star wars area. The haunted mansion was amazing. Only complaint is there were few character meetings. Line wait times were good around 45 minutes for the longest.

It's a very beautiful and entertaining place. Very fun to visit and the attractions are amazing. If you're expecting sort of extreme attractions, you might get disappointed. This park is more for family in general. If you hate walking, you might not like it. You have to walk A LOT, and I mean A LOT. Also, if you think about buying a tickets for both parks for ONE day, I wouldn't recommend it that much. I bought a ticket for only one, and I wasn't able to get on all rides and explore the whole park. I got there like at 10am and left until 9pm. The park is very big. Overall, is was a great experience, definitely good for small or younger children! I do think teenagers and adults can enjoy it a lot, but I it was more directed to children.

This has always been my happy place. A considerable expense, but the marvelous staff, exciting attractions, immersive experiences make it worth it. The Disneyland app was a fantastic help in checking ride times, checking menus for restaurants. The lightning lane multi pass was very helpful in shortening wait times and making it easier for our autistic grandson to endure waiting in line.

Went late, around 10am-ish, on a Friday. A lot of people but not bumper-to-bumper-lot-of-people. Wait times manageable, and expected to be long. Need to visit at least twice to really know your way around. Download the app so it's easy to navigate around the park. If possible, order food via the app so you can just pick it up by their window.

My visit to Disneyland Park was truly magical and unforgettable! ✨ The park looked beautifully decorated for Halloween, with glowing pumpkins, themed lights, and festive music that set the perfect mood. 🎃 The Indiana Jones Adventure was absolutely thrilling, and the Haunted Mansion with its Halloween overlay was a perfect mix of spooky and fun. 👻 The Pirates of the Caribbean ride was classic and well done, but what really brought back childhood memories were the Winnie the Pooh, Alice in Wonderland, and Peter Pan’s Flight rides timeless favorites that never lose their charm. The staff were friendly and helpful, and the park was clean, organized, and full of energy. Overall, it was a wonderful day filled with nostalgia, excitement, and that one-of-a-kind Disney magic!

Took the Niece and Nephew for their visit and of course they loved it! The park wasn’t too crowded on this Thursday and we were able to get in many rides without waiting in line for too long. We had reservations for lunch at Cafe Orleans and I was a bit disappointed because we still had to wait 30 minutes when we had a reservation. The food and service was great though and made us forget about the wait.

I enjoyed the mint julep bar good drink the new Orleans mint julep refreshing on a warm day good service gets busy right next to pirates of the Caribbean in Tianas palace

Nice place to sit and take a break from waiting in lines! The pineapple flavored mickey shaped beignets were delicious with the strawberry dip. I enjoyed the passion fruit mint julep too!

1. The drink was well-crafted, and the beignet was warm and soft! 2. The spot had fun casual vibes in a small area! 3. The staff was friendly and quick with the mobile ordering! Note: You can ask the staff for a straw! Photo: Cranberry-Pomegranate Mint Julep and Mickey-Shaped Beignet

Used mobile order for the beignets and a lemonade mint julep, and it was super smooth—ready right on time. The beignets were hot, fluffy, and absolutely coated in powdered sugar (in the best way). Classic Disney treat, perfect for sharing. The mint julep was refreshing—a sweet, citrusy pick-me-up with just enough mint. Great spot for a snack break in New Orleans Square! This place is my absolute must in the park and the BEST location for beignets.

The beignets and mint juleps are among the best snacks in all Disney Parks period. The reason I docked a point is due to location. Mint Julep Bar is the utmost inconvenient quick service I've ever experienced. It always has a consistently long line yet is pinched between the exits of Tiana's place, DL Railroad, Pirates, and New Orleans Square restrooms. So expect a mad house, but it's worth it!

First time having Mickey’s Beignets! Ordered three bags after first bite. Served warm and fresh! Highly recommend! Peach mango mint julep drink was pretty good too! Will definitely return 👍

Best spot for grabbing beignets without having to get reservations. Mobile order is a good choice too for when it’s busier. I’ve tried some of the seasonal flavours but am always partial to the originals. My sister loves the mint juleps also. A must stop for every trip!

Jolly Holiday Bakery Café in Disneyland California is a charming and convenient stop for breakfast, especially if you’re just arriving at the park and want to fuel up before a busy day of rides and adventures. Located right at the central hub of Disneyland, it’s hard to miss and perfectly situated for an early morning bite. When we visited, the line for in-person ordering was long, understandably so, as many guests had the same idea. We strongly recommend using the Disneyland app to place a mobile order ahead of time, which saves a lot of hassle. Even with a mobile order, finding a table can be tricky, but turnover is relatively fast since most people eat quickly and head out to chase rides. We tried the Jolly Holiday Combo, which features a Toasted Cheese Sandwich with Tomato Basil Soup and a Specialty Sweetened Iced Tea topped with Vanilla Whipped Cream. It was a solid, comforting meal, perfect for breakfast in a theme park setting. The sandwich and soup pairing worked well together, even though it was my first time trying this classic combo. The tea was fine, nothing extraordinary, but a fun twist for a morning drink. Like most Disneyland food, the prices are on the higher end, but that’s expected for the location. Overall, Jolly Holiday Bakery Café is a great choice for a quick and satisfying breakfast to start your day at Disneyland. While the food itself may not be anything too special, the convenience, setting, and variety of options (especially fun desserts and drinks that kids will love) make it a worthwhile stop.

The Baseline: For a sit down Dining experience establishment the food flavors must represent the theme of the environment, there must be unique offerings to the restaurant based on the theme, and the experience must be immersive to the theme park experience. Food: The food at Jolly Holiday is really about the sweet treats and the caffeinated drinks. There is an exception to that rule though and that is the grilled cheese and tomato soup which are hidden gems of joy. The night I went I got the Beef Birria Toasted Cheese with a side of Tomato Soup with the Specialty Tea. The sandwich was delicious with a lot of beef in it and had a consome to dip in. The tomato soup was creamy and a bit sweet but very enjoyable. The Specialty Tea is a new favorite if I am not going for a cold brew. The creamy top mixed well in the tea and made for an enjoyable drink. Service: Great cast member service at the pick up area and they keep the dining areas clean and orderly. Love Disney cast members for their attitude and helpfulness. Ambiance: It always a Jolly Holiday with Mary and the people that you love. Jolly Holiday is a Mary Poppins themed eatery with an old turn of the century English feel to the restaurant with extra lights and activity as it faces the Disneyland hub with views of the castle.

Been coming to Disneyland for years but tried this bakery for the first time. Wow, amazing raspberry macaron and beef birria toast. The latte was forgettable. Can't beat the view of the magic castle from our table.

The grilled cheese was absolutely perfect in size, texture and taste (and very filling!). The tomato soup is the quality you'd expect from an amusement park, but also pretty decent and easy to sip once you're done. The "signature sweet tea" I got was literally just water and whipped cream. I couldn't drink it from how unappetizing it was. I don't know if it's because I did it through a mobile order or what but the drink was not anywhere near worth the 6 bucks I paid for it. But otherwise, the other foods looked good.

I always wanted to try the birria toasted cheese. It pairs really well with the consome that comes with it. Now the raspberry macaron was HEAVEN! It's super soft with creamy frosting. I noticed that it does stain your fingertips but not for long. I highly recommend it.

The holiday menu is great. The turkey sandwich is delicious with the gravy. The sipping chocolate and waffles were really yummy 😋 the line is usually long because it’s very good food. The prices are a bit high. They have plenty of seating and a good selection of treats. Ten out of ten totally recommend. Thank you Melissa for going above and beyond. The food doesn’t not disappoint. Today we tried the strawberry crescent ❤️❤️ can you say delicious 🤤 a must try.the strawberry crescent is delicious. The Burris and toasted cheese with basil tomato soup really good. The chocolate strawberry macron was not very good at all but looks good. The specialty tea tasted just like a Boba tea. Kind of sweet but a nice little treat.

When I tell you this is the holy grail of Disney food I mean it! My brother as well as my niece has been telling me I must try the birria grilled cheese offered at Jolly Holiday so of course I went right to it. Line can get a bit long, but moved pretty quick. Vibe is what you expect at Disney and seating is outside only. There are quite a few shaded tables, but they are busy. Price was great for the portion and for location. The consommé had great flavor and added to an already amazing sandwich. So dang good and very filling. They offer other food and drink options as well of course.

Lovely ambiance with DELICIOUS food! A place my table agreed was nice enough for a special occasion considering how incredible our dishes were. It's casual but so nice with the interior and ambiance, music. I brought my parents for a late lunch on a weekday and it was calm and relaxing. The blackened salmon was incredible! So savory and just the right amount. Perfectly cooked. The kind of dish that makes you want to take cooking at home up a couple of notches. My mom loved the crab cakes, and my dad liked the coconut shrimp. Altogether an excellent Downtown Disney stop.

I came for my Birthday and this restaurant helped with making my day a special day! Jasmine was our server and she was top tier with her service. This restaurant has live entertainment. The pianist sang many Disneys songs (old and new). We played name that tune as she sung the song. I the pianist had the restaurant sing happy birthday to me. The decor of the restaurant is relaxation. There is patio seating, veranda seating and inside with the live entertainment who sang. There is also upstairs seating. The food was good for the price point and a proper portion of food. I had a tasty hurricane. This a kid friendly restaurant. This restaurant validates parking. I made reservations through open table.

I had a great night at Jazz Kitchen. I started with the crab beignets (5/5 a must try!) and my entree was the NOLA BBQ shrimp n grits (4/5). My server was kind enough to let me have a beignet to finish my meal. I’d be remiss if I also didn’t mention the Hurricane cocktails (5/5) was TOO GOOD yum! Thank you to my amazing server who literally was attentive but didn’t hover. He was perfect and so thoughtful. Will definitely visit again.

We came here with some family who had reservations. I guess it was the only spot in Downtown Disney they could get. The service was pretty good; they seemed busy, of course, and the waitress tried her best to help us out as much as possible. The food wasn't great, though. Pretty expensive, as everything is in Downtown. My wife got the thing with the potato. She thoroughly enjoyed it. I got the pasta, and it wasn't great. It just wasn't too tasty at all, but the chicken-to-pasta ratio was pretty good. I did like the little chunks of tomatoes, but the flavor level was not good. I guess I'm saying that this is wasn't worth the price for what I got, but that's Disney, I guess. The atmosphere is always great at Disney, though. Probably not going to come back here specifically for a 2nd time, but I would suggest coming at least once if you live in the area like we do.

We had such a great first experience at Jazz Kitchen Coastal Grill & Patio! The atmosphere in the courtyard was perfect — beautiful weather, great vibes, and a relaxing setting. Our waitress was super friendly and attentive, which made the experience even better. The food was absolutely delicious. Since it was our first time, our waitress recommended the Crab Beignets, and we’re so glad she did — they were packed with flavor without being overpowering. Everything we tried was cooked perfectly and full of fresh, balanced flavors. We’ll definitely be back! Highly recommend checking this spot out at least once — it’s a gem.

We came in with a group of 10 people for a birthday celebration and we made a reservation in advance. We brought our own birthday cake. Note that they will confiscate candles at the security checkpoint, so be prepared to cut the cake without the opportunity to blow the candle. Three people arrived and the restaurant wouldn't allow us to go in unless the full party arrived even though there are plenty of open tables and seats. They also said they would charge us a extra service fee of $10 per person for serving the birthday cake. I asked if we could just cut the cake ourselves and they eventually agreed and waived the extra service fee. The waitor who served us was very nice and friendly but the restaurant policy wasn't friendly. The food was okay overall and the portion size was big.

Staff made it a pleasant experience, food was also really delicious and made fresh to order. My server went out of the way to give us a happy birthday beniet for free which we really appreciated. Shrimp and Grits were the standout here and would highly recommend. Poutine Fries were also crispy but had the same delicious jambalaya doused on top. Overall great experience, once again, the staff is the part that really stood out to me. They were super professional and made sure everything was right!

Naples was much better than I expected! The pizza was piping hot with a fantastic cheese pull. Each slice felt like a little slice of Italy. If you're not looking for pizza, the pasta was just as great a choice. The sauce was divine, and the noodles were cooked perfectly. We ate outside, but the tables were nice and the noise wasn't too bad. The wait was a bit long, and the line was serious, so if you're thinking of going, make a reservation. But it IS worth it!

Food was great the lasagne was fabulous full of meat. The eggplant was good. But it came out cold. After that I just can't eat anything else. Server was fast and very friendly. Kept glasses filled.. pizzas were huge and looked very good. Spaghetti and meatballs was huge.

Naples was a great place for dinner. The way it was presented was beautiful. The waiter, Cory, was amazing. He was prompt with taking and getting our meal out to us, such a plus. The food was amazing. We ordered pepperoni pizza and the chicken penne pasta, they were both so delicious. We plan on returning before our vacation ends and hope Cory will be working so he will be our server. So if you’re in this area please visit, you will not be disappointing.

Amazing atmosphere, service was 10/10 Pizza’s did take a little bit to arrive and i felt like the dough could have been crispier but overall the taste was amazing. The ceasar salad was sooo good also.

Great service: Pablo was amazing! Delicious and authentic Neopolitan Pizzas made with Caputo '00' flour. Chewy, and slightly crispy crust with a distinct, authentic flavor. Tried Pepperoni and Hawaiian they were really good!

All I can say is this was one of the best pizzas I've ever had. I'm a frequent Disney world traveler and love Via Napoli in EPCOT and this was probably right there next to it in terms of quality. The meat lover was awesome. If I ever get back I'll compare their quattro formaggi to EPCOT. Don't sleep on the focaccia bread appetizer.

Good food, a bit on the bland side. Ask for extra spicy / red crushed peppers. Service was fantastic. Line was long but it moved really fast. This is a great way to feed your craving for Italian. We added pepperoni to the “quatro” 4 cheese pizza and it was superb. This is just one of the many restaurants in Downtown Disney.