Disney dining cancellation policy
Plans change. Here's how cancelling a Disney World or Disneyland dining reservation works, what it costs if you're late, and which restaurants have stricter rules.
Disney World: the 2-hour rule
At most Disney World restaurants you can cancel or change your booking up to 2 hours before your time, with no fee.
Cancel inside 2 hours, or don't show up, and most restaurants charge $10 per person to the card on the booking. You also can't change a booking inside 2 hours.
When you cancel, Disney puts your time back on the calendar right away for someone else to book.
Each restaurant's policy is shown when you book, and again in your confirmation email.
Disney World restaurants with stricter rules
These have an earlier deadline or a bigger fee. Cancel by the deadline to avoid the fee.
| Restaurant or experience | Cancel | Fee if late |
|---|---|---|
| Cinderella's Royal Table | at least 2 hours before your time | the full cost of the meal, per person |
| Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue | at least one day before | the full cost of the show, per person |
| GEO-82 Fireworks Experience | at least one day before | the full cost of the experience, per person |
| Magic Kingdom Fireworks Dessert Parties | at least one day before | the full cost of the party, per person |
| Rose & Crown Fireworks Dining Package | at least one day before | the full cost of the package, per person |
| Spice Road Table Fireworks Dining Package | at least one day before | the full cost, per person |
| Sangria University | at least one day before | the full cost, per person |
| La Cava Experience | at least one day before | $50 per person |
| Takumi-Tei | at least 2 days before | $100 per person |
| Monsieur Paul | at least 3 days before | $100 per person |
| Victoria & Albert's | at least 5 days before | $100 per person |
Some of these can't be changed once confirmed, including Cinderella's Royal Table and Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue. To move them, you cancel and book again.
Disneyland: each restaurant sets its own
At Disneyland, each restaurant sets its own cancellation policy.
If you don't show up, or cancel outside that policy, Disney charges a per-person fee to the card on the booking.
The exact terms are shown when you book and in your confirmation email. Cancel or change it in the Disneyland app under My Plans, or on the Disneyland website.
How to cancel or change a booking
- Disney World: cancel or change it in the My Disney Experience app or on the Disney World website. You can also call (407) WDW-DINE.
- Disneyland: open the Disneyland app and tap My Plans, or use the Disneyland website.
Why cancellations matter if you still need a table
A cancelled time goes back on Disney's calendar right away. If the restaurant you want is full, keep checking, or set a Snaggo watch and we'll text you the official link when a time that fits opens. You book it yourself. We never hold a table and we can't promise one.
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Questions
How late can I cancel a Disney World dining reservation?
At most restaurants, up to 2 hours before your time with no fee. Some, like Cinderella's Royal Table, Monsieur Paul and Victoria & Albert's, have their own rules. Your confirmation email shows the policy for your booking.
How much is the Disney World no-show fee?
Most restaurants charge $10 per person if you cancel inside 2 hours or don't show up. A few charge more, up to the full cost of the meal or show.
Can I change a Disney World dining reservation on the day?
Yes, up to 2 hours before your time at most restaurants. Inside 2 hours you can't change it. Some experiences, like Cinderella's Royal Table, can't be changed at all once confirmed.
What is the Disneyland dining cancellation policy?
Each Disneyland restaurant sets its own policy. If you don't show up or cancel outside it, Disney charges a per-person fee. The terms are in your confirmation email.
What happens to a table when someone cancels?
Disney says a cancelled time goes back on the calendar right away for other guests. That's why it pays to keep checking, or to let Snaggo watch and text you when a time opens. You book it yourself.
Can I walk up without a reservation?
At select table-service restaurants, yes. The My Disney Experience app (Disney World) and the Disneyland app have a walk-up list you can join on the day, when there's room.
Policies are Disney's and can change. Always check your confirmation email. Sources: disneyworld.disney.go.com, disneyland.disney.go.com, disneyworld.disney.go.com, disneyland.disney.go.com. Snaggo is not affiliated with Disney.