Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin restaurants offer holiday dining experiences and specials

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The iconic Swan and Dolphin hotel, with its whimsical swan statues perched on the rooftop and palm trees lining the waterfront, glows at dusk just steps from Walt Disney World. Guests can savor unforgettable holiday dining inspired by beloved Disney park restaurants.

If you’re going to be at Walt Disney World for the holidays and you’re still ironing out your dining plans, the Swan and Dolphin Resort has some exciting options for you to consider.

Four restaurants at the Swan and Dolphin Resort will be offering specials for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, as well as special dining experiences for New Year’s Eve. These extravagant dining options include:

Todd English’s bluezoo
Chic restaurant with vibrant orange chairs, crisp white tablecloths, and striking blue accent lighting, creating a refined dining space ideal for celebrating the holidays just steps from Walt Disney World—evoking the upscale ambiance of iconic Swan and Dolphin Resort eateries.

Christmas Eve special:
Roulade de Poussin, saffron risotto, blistered tomatoes, au blanc red pearl onions, tasso, wild mushrooms, tarragon jus – $34

Christmas Day special:
Bone-in Pork Chop, Farro, baby leek cremeux, nantes carrots, brown butter, radish, winter truffle, natural jus – $39

New Year’s Eve special:
Dover Sole, pomme de terre, root vegetables, meyer lemon beurre blanc – $45

To make your reservation, call 407-934-1717.

Garden Grove
Immersive Disney-inspired restaurant featuring wooden tables, chairs, and a grand artificial tree adorned with twinkling lights at its center, capturing the magical holiday ambiance similar to the Swan and Dolphin dining experience at Walt Disney World.

Christmas Eve:
Garden Grove will feature its annual Christmas Buffet from 4:30pm to 9:30pm. Disney characters will provide entertainment for the dinner buffet. View the full menu here.

Christmas Day:
Garden Grove will feature its annual Christmas Buffet from 4:30pm to 9:30pm. Disney characters will provide entertainment for the dinner buffet. View the full menu here.

New Year’s Eve:
Garden Grove will feature its annual New Year’s Eve Buffet from 5:00pm to 9:30pm. Disney characters will provide entertainment for the dinner buffet. View the full menu here.

To make your reservation, call 407-934-1609.

Shula’s Steakhouse
Step into an upscale Disney dining experience where crisp white tablecloths, bold red chairs, and perfectly arranged tables create an inviting atmosphere under soft lighting. This elegant setting channels the refined charm of the Swan and Dolphin restaurants at Walt Disney World, making it an ideal spot for holiday meals or celebrating magical moments during your theme park adventure.

New Year’s Eve:
Shula’s Steak House will have a special New Year’s Eve Celebration with two seatings. The first seating will feature their regular full menu and will be between 5pm and 6:30pm. The second will start at 7pm and feature a prix fixe menu during a 2 hour and 15 minute dining time. View the full menu here and the children’s menu here.

To make your reservation, call 407-934-1362.

Il Mulino
Upscale restaurant ambiance with beautifully arranged tables, sparkling wine glasses, sleek black chairs, and exposed brick walls—creating an inviting atmosphere for holiday dining at the Swan and Dolphin, right in the heart of Walt Disney World Resort.

Christmas Eve Specials:
Osso Bucco
Slow cooked veal shank, white wine tomato sauce, winter vegetables, risotto milanese, gremolata – $35

Hand crafted lasagna
Layered Pasta, ricotta cheese, béchamel, all day bolognese sauce – $28

Christmas Day Specials:
Beef Sirlion Pizzaiola
Bone in Angus Strip steak, tomato fondue, roasted wild mushrooms, pecorino romano cheese, rosemary roasted marble potatoes – $45

Hand crafted lasagna
Layered Pasta, ricotta cheese, béchamel, all day bolognese sauce – $28

New Year’s Eve:
Il Mulino will have a special New Year’s Eve Celebration. The first seating will be a la carte from 4:00pm – 6:15pm. The second seating will be a four course dinner from 7:15 pm to 11:00 pm. Reservations and seating after 9:00 p.m. will include party favors and champagne toast at midnight! View the full menu here.

To make your reservation, call 407-934-1717.

Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort has so many great dining options this holiday season. Which one sounds best to you?

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