FAQs
Disney Dining
Q: Is T-Rex Cafe included in Disney Dining?
A: Yes, T-Rex Cafe is included in the Disney Dining Plan.
General Information
Q: Does T-Rex Cafe take reservations?
A: Yes, T‑Rex Cafe at Disney Springs does take reservations—and it’s highly recommended:
How to Book a Table?
• You can make reservations up to 60 days in advance via the Disney World website or the My Disney Experience app.
• For parties of 8 or fewer, booking online or via the app is best. Parties larger than 8 call the restaurant directly at (407) 828‑8739.
• To make a reservation for your dining expedition, please call (407) 939-3463.
Q: How long has T-Rex Cafe been open?
A: T-Rex Cafe in Disney Springs (formerly Downtown Disney Marketplace) officially opened on October 17, 2008, bringing the prehistoric dining experience to Walt Disney World Resort.
Q: Do you have to have a Disney ticket to dine at T-Rex Cafe?
A: No, you do not need a Disney park ticket to dine at T-Rex Cafe.
The restaurant is located in Disney Springs, which is a shopping and dining district that is open to the public with free admission and parking. You can visit T-Rex Cafe without entering any Disney the
Q: What time does T-Rex Cafe open?
A: T-Rex Cafe opens at 11am daily with our Dino-Store opening at 10am daily. Please visit our website for more information. Hours may vary.
Q: Do you need reservations for T-Rex Cafe?
A: Reservations for T-Rex Cafe are highly recommended, especially during peak times, holidays, and weekends. While walk-ins are sometimes accepted, availability can be very limited.
However, being a Landry's Select Club member can help with T-Rex Cafe reservations:
• Priority Seating: If you arrive without a reservation, you’ll be placed at the top of the waitlist, which can significantly reduce wait times.
• Works at Landry’s-owned Disney Springs restaurants: T-Rex Cafe, Rainforest Cafe, and Yak & Yeti all honor this perk.
• No need to book in advance: You can walk in and still get priority seating as long as you show your membership card.
Q: Where is T-Rex Cafe located?
A: T-Rex Cafe is located in Disney Springs at the Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida.
Address:
1676 East Buena Vista Drive
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
It’s in the Marketplace section of Disney Springs, near the LEGO Store and World of Disney.
Q: Does T-Rex Cafe take walk-ins?
A: Yes, T-Rex Cafe does accept walk-ins, but availability can be very limited—especially during peak times, weekends, and holidays.
• Walk-ins are seated on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Wait times can be long (sometimes over an hour) if you don’t have a reservation.
• Reservations are strongly recommended and can be made up to 60 days in advance via the My Disney Experience app or Disney’s website.
Q: Does T-Rex Cafe offer military discounts?
A: There is no standard, guaranteed military discount for T-Rex Cafe at Disney Springs. Please call T-Rex Cafe directly at (407) 828-8739 to ask if a military discount is available at the time of your visit.
Gift Cards
Q: Can you use Disney gift cards at T-Rex Cafe?
A: Yes, you can use Disney Gift Cards at T-Rex Cafe in Disney Springs. Disney Gift Cards are accepted as a form of payment for food, drinks, and even merchandise at Build-a-Dino inside T-Rex Cafe.
Q: Where can I buy a T-Rex gift card?
A: You can purchase both traditional gift cards and e-gift cards directly from our Gift Card page. These cards can be personalized with a message and photo, and they never expire or carry service fees.
Q: Where can T-Rex Cafe gift cards be used?
A: T-Rex Cafe gift cards are part of the Landry’s Gift Card Portfolio, which means they can be used at over 600 Landry’s locations nationwide, including restaurants like
Rainforest Cafe, Morton’s, McCormick & Schmick’s, Joe's Crab Shack, and Saltgrass Steak House.
Q: Can I earn loyalty points when purchasing T-Rex Cafe gift cards?
A: Yes, Landry’s Select Club members earn points when purchasing gift cards online or in-store. To receive points, provide your Select Club number during checkout. Note: Points are not earned when redeeming a gift card.
Holiday Hours
Q: Is T-Rex Cafe open on Thanksgiving?
A: Yes, T-Rex Cafe at Disney Springs in Lake Buena Vista, FL will be open on Thanksgiving and will operate during its regular holiday hours.
Q: Is T-Rex Cafe open on Christmas Day?
A: Yes, T-Rex Cafe at Disney Springs in Lake Buena Vista, FL will be open on Christmas Day and will operate during its regular holiday hours.