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Pollo Campero, Fresh A-Peel, and Babycakes NYC bakery open at Walt Disney World’s Downtown Disney, replacing McDonald’s

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Pollo Campero’s famous fried chicken and savory rice on the left, and Babycakes NYC’s decadent chocolate cupcakes with frosting on the right—delicious treats you can find at Downtown Disney in Walt Disney World.

Just in time for the first day of Disney’s annual Festival of the Masters art show, Pollo Campero and the Babycakes NYC bakery have opened at Walt Disney World’s Downtown Disney.

Pollo Campero’s eye-catching yellow awnings, bold signage, and lush greenery invite visitors to enjoy a flavorful dining adventure, adding vibrant excitement to the theme park atmosphere.

The health-conscious restaurant replaces McDonald’s, which closed in May at Downtown Disney, ending a long-standing relationship with Disney. Pollo Campero offers Latin food with an emphasis on being “both nutritious AND delicious.” The chain has four other Florida locations: Tampa, Boynton Beach, Cutler Bay (Miami), and Little Havana (Miami).

A brightly lit, empty Pollo Campero in Downtown Disney at Walt Disney World, featuring orange and yellow decor and a signature counter for ordering food, capturing the welcoming vibe familiar to frequent theme park visitors.

Pollo Campero’s menu includes fried and citrus-grilled chicken, salads, burgers, hot dogs, and plenty of side dishes such as black beans and rice, plantains, french fries, and yuca fries. Breakfast offerings are also available, including french toast, breakfast burritos and empanadas, fresh fruit, and more. In addition to sodas, drinks include fruit smoothies, beer, sangria, and other Latin offerings.

A mouthwatering plate of crispy fried chicken, golden fries, warm tortillas, and zesty salsa—topped with fresh parsley—captures the bold Latin-inspired flavors of Pollo Campero, making you feel like you're enjoying an unforgettable meal right inside Downtown Disney at Walt Disney World.

Savor Pollo Campero’s famous grilled chicken, served with zesty lime wedges, fluffy rice, hearty black beans, and warm tortillas—now bringing its iconic flavors to the excitement of Downtown Disney at Walt Disney World.

Enjoy the taste of adventure at Disney World with Pollo Campero’s grilled chicken, served alongside a zesty lime wedge, warm tortillas, and a bowl of savory beans on a classic white plate.

Two classic cheeseburgers stacked with lettuce and tomato, served in a cardboard tray beside a crisp pickle spear—reminiscent of the iconic flavors from Pollo Campero at Disney Springs in Walt Disney World, perfect for refueling during your theme park adventure.

Six golden fried yuca sticks served on a white plate with tangy dipping sauce, surrounded by fresh tomatoes and garlic, just like the savory snacks from Pollo Campero at Downtown Disney in Walt Disney World.

Inspired by Disney’s commitment to offer its guests great-tasting more healthful options, award-winning restaurateur Larry Levy and Pollo Campero teamed up to create Fresh A-Peel. Operating in the same location as Pollo Campero, Fresh A-Peel features a nutritious and delicious array of hot-off-the-grill items and chef-prepared salads and wraps, as well as gluten-free cupcakes and bakery treats.

A colorful bowl of salad featuring grilled chicken, corn, red onion, red peppers, lime wedge, and cilantro captures the festive spirit of a theme park meal—fresh flavors inspired by Pollo Campero served up for guests ready to refuel between attractions.

A whole wheat wrap packed with juicy chicken, sweet corn, black beans, colorful peppers, and fresh greens—finished with a sprinkle of cilantro—for a lively taste adventure inspired by Pollo Campero at Downtown Disney.

For dessert, the Pollo Campero location includes a Babycakes NYC vegan bakery, offering a variety of baked goods like cupcakes in vanilla, carrot, red velvet, and many other flavors.

Guests line up at the Babycakes NYC bakery counter, greeted by friendly staff in a warmly lit, whimsical shop that feels straight out of a theme park, where signature sweets and a playful atmosphere create an irresistible stop for families and fans seeking a delightful treat during their entertainment adventure.


(Babycakes NYC photos by @wdwtodaypodcast on Twitter)

Pollo Campero, Fresh A-Peel and the Babycakes NYC bakery at Downtown Disney are located between the West Side and Marketplace, near the LEGO Store and T-Rex restaurant.

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