Yes, T-Rex Cafe is included in the Disney Dining Plan.

Yes, T-Rex Cafe at Disney Springs takes reservations, and they’re highly recommended.

• Reservations can be made up to 60 days in advance through the Walt Disney World website or the My Disney Experience app.
• For parties of 8 or fewer, booking online or through the app is best.
• For parties larger than 8, call the restaurant directly at (407) 828-8739.
• To make a reservation for your dining expedition, you can also call (407) 939-3463.

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.

No, you do not need a Disney park ticket to dine at T-Rex Cafe. The restaurant is located in Disney Springs, 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 theme park.

T-Rex Cafe opens at 11 a.m. daily, and our Dino-Store opens at 10 a.m. daily. Please visit our Hours & Location page for more information. Hours may vary.

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.

Being a Landry’s Select Club member can help:

• 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.

T-Rex Cafe is located in the Marketplace section of Disney Springs at Walt Disney World Resort, near the LEGO Store and World of Disney.

Address: 1676 East Buena Vista Drive, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830

Yes, T-Rex Cafe accepts 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, without a reservation.
• Reservations are strongly recommended and can be made up to 60 days in advance through the My Disney Experience app or the Walt Disney World website.

There is no standard, guaranteed military discount at 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.

No, DINOSAUR the ride is not associated with T-Rex Cafe. DINOSAUR permanently closed in February 2026. T-Rex Cafe remains open for guests looking for a Jurassic-era, dinosaur-themed experience in Orlando.

Yes, Disney Gift Cards are accepted at T-Rex Cafe in Disney Springs as payment for food, drinks and merchandise, including at Build-A-Dino inside T-Rex Cafe.

You can purchase both traditional gift cards and e-gift cards on our Gift Card page. Cards can be personalized with a message and photo, and they never expire or carry service fees.

T-Rex Cafe gift cards are part of the Landry’s Gift Card Portfolio, so they can be used at over 600 Landry’s locations nationwide, including Rainforest Cafe, Morton’s, McCormick & Schmick’s, Joe’s Crab Shack and Saltgrass Steak House.

Yes, Landry’s Select Club members earn points when purchasing gift cards online or in-store. Provide your Select Club number at checkout to receive points. Points are not earned when redeeming a gift card.

Yes, T-Rex Cafe at Disney Springs in Lake Buena Vista, FL is open on Thanksgiving during its regular holiday hours.

Yes, T-Rex Cafe at Disney Springs in Lake Buena Vista, FL is open on Christmas Day during its regular holiday hours.

T-Rex Cafe serves a variety of casual American fare, with a menu that caters to all ages, and dinosaur fans!

The T-Rex Cafe dinner menu at Disney Springs features hearty American fare in a fun, prehistoric setting. Popular dishes include our Supersaurus Sampler, Bronto Burger, Sunset Isle Salmon and our show-stopping dessert, the Chocolate Extinction!

Yes, T-Rex Cafe offers gluten-free desserts on its allergen-friendly menu: Dreamin’ of Chocolate, a rich dark and white chocolate layer cake, and Dreamin’ of Strawberries, a white chocolate shortcake with strawberries. Both are on our gluten-sensitive menu, and our team coordinates safe preparation, often including separate prep areas and chef supervision.

The kids’ menu at T-Rex Cafe (for guests age 9 and under) features fun, simple options for younger diners, with a choice of entrée, side and beverage. Don’t forget to end your dining expedition with our Chocolate Tarpit or Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Sandwich!

You can park in any of the free Disney Springs parking garages:

• Orange Garage: Closest to the Marketplace area where T-Rex Cafe is located.
• Lime Garage: Also nearby and a good option if Orange is full.
• Surface lots: Available but farther from the restaurant.

Parking is free, and there’s no admission fee for Disney Springs. After parking, follow signs to the Marketplace.

Yes. T-Rex Cafe is primarily a dine-in restaurant, but to-go orders are available. Call (407) 828-8739 to place an order for pickup at the restaurant.

Yes, T-Rex Cafe participates in Landry’s Select Club, a nationwide rewards program with exclusive benefits across Landry’s restaurants.

• $25 Welcome Reward when you join
• $25 Birthday Reward during your birthday month
• Points for every dollar spent, redeemable for future rewards
• Priority seating and exclusive offers
• Online account access to track rewards and activity

You can sign up online or ask your server during your visit.