Hollywood Studios has a status as being the worst meals park at Walt Disney World. We strongly disagree, as a few of our favourite themed eating places are right here, as are treats that we love. This listing of the very best snacks at DHS shares the savory snacks and decadent desserts that you simply must-eat at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. (Up to date September 14, 2024.)
We scour Disney’s Hollywood Studios seeking the very best snacks, and share with you each the sweets and heavier, shareable choices that you could order in lieu of a correct counter service meal. Going this route half of the day and doing a sit-down meal at Toy Story Roundup Rodeo BBQ, Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater Restaurant, 50’s Prime Time Cafe, or Hollywood Brown Derby is a reasonably sound technique.
One factor I ought to warning is that the menus at Disney’s Hollywood Studios are continually in flux. On this park, menus change with the wind. That’s very true in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, the place there are nearly all the time new culinary concoctions, drinks, and different snack-worthy gadgets…
To not weave an excessive amount of touring technique right into a snacking put up, however we suggest beginning your snacking within the late morning with a cease at Trolley Automobile Cafe (the park’s Starbucks), adopted by different handy areas, then doing a late desk service lunch, adopted by snacking within the afternoon and night in lieu of dinner. This strategy is right as a result of crowds peak early and in addition depart early at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
That means that in the event you can arrive for Early Entry and ‘experience the wave’ till an hour after rope drop, you may then take issues a bit slower whereas wait instances are at their highest, then flip again to rides within the late afternoon and night, earlier than having fun with Fantasmic. Filling the center of the day with snacking and stage exhibits is a stable technique to keep away from lengthy waits in strains!
With that stated, listed below are the snacks we at the moment take pleasure in essentially the most at Disney’s Hollywood Studios…
Bouncin’ Mini Churros – The latest addition to this listing will be discovered again behind Star Excursions on the way in which to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at a stand known as Ice Chilly Hydraulics. That is principally a Coca-Cola spot–there are frozen slushies with and with out alcohol, however all with Coke merchandise–however it’s a lot extra.
These mini churros are topped with Coca-Cola and Bourbon Candied Bacon, Sriracha Aïoli, and Scallions. They’re the right mixture of candy and savory, and shockingly scrumptious. As with any churro stand at Walt Disney World, the danger you run right here is one among freshness. If these have simply been sitting round underneath the warmth lamp for hours, they are often arduous and dry.
Accordingly, we’d suggest getting these early within the day or when the stand is busy. That is one state of affairs the place an extended line is definitely a good factor. The Sweet Painted Cinnamon Rolls (pictured on the prime of this put up) are additionally fairly tasty, however Walt Disney World does cinnamon rolls higher elsewhere, in order that they don’t fairly make the lower. With that stated, in the event you’re on the Disney Eating Plan, both of these things makes for a unbelievable use of a snack credit score.
Funnel Truffles – Over at Epic Eats, which is the easy-to-miss snack stand tucked across the nook from Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular (therefore the title of the stand), you’ll discover two totally different decadent desserts: Funnel Cake with Strawberry Topping and Smooth-serve Vanilla Ice Cream or Funnel Cake with Cookies ‘n Cream and Smooth-serve Vanilla Ice Cream.
I’ll be sincere with you: funnel truffles will be hit and miss. These are freshly made, however there’s nonetheless a component of luck concerned with getting the correct prep and cook dinner time. I lately had a unbelievable expertise with the cookies ‘n cream funnel cake right here (pictured above) and it’s now one thing I crave.
Not solely that, however these are among the many Greatest Makes use of of a Snack Credit score on the Disney Eating Plan. As a result of every costing over $8, they’re really among the many finest makes use of of a DDP credit score in DHS. So in the event you’re on the Disney Eating Plan, it’s completely value rolling the cube on one (or extra!) of those funnel truffles. Should you’re paying out of pocket, it’s a extra YMMV factor.
Carrot Cake Whoopie Pie – One of many OGs of the Disney’s Hollywood Studios snack scene, this superb deal with predates half the points of interest within the park (most likely–I didn’t really do a depend). Beforehand a Disney fan hidden gem discovered at Author’s Cease, it has since moved to the Trolley Automobile Cafe.
Like a advantageous wine, the Carrot Cake Cookie has gotten higher with age. When it first moved to Trolley Automobile Cafe, it began being made with thicker cookies, which might’ve been an improve however for it throwing the ever-important cream cheese to cookie ratio all out of whack. It was the most important controversy of its time, making stroller-gate appear to be a minor matter.
In a daring transfer, Walt Disney World invited distinguished scientists from everywhere in the world to return and work on an answer. Happily, all of them confirmed up. Realizing the gravity of the state of affairs, they labored around the clock, endeavoring to discover a daring repair. They did, and the tip result’s thick, moist cookies with a beneficiant layer of wealthy cream cheese that enhances the sweetness of the carrot cake taste completely. This is without doubt one of the few absolute must-order snacks at Walt Disney World, and you really want to style it to imagine it.
Wookiee Cookie – Alongside related strains is the Wookiee Cookie over at Backlot Specific, a counter service restaurant by Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular. That is two Oatmeal Cookies with Vanilla Cream Filling garnished with a Milk Chocolate Sash on prime.
Consider this like a elaborate Little Debbie Oatmeal Cream Pie. If that sounds interesting to you, this outsized and shareable snack is a good choice. If it doesn’t, you must skip this. Personally, I believe the Wookiee Cookie is a tad overrated with Star Wars followers as a result of it seems to be cool, however it’s nonetheless fairly tasty. I simply wouldn’t spend my restricted snack funds (or abdomen house!) on this except I have been actually craving an Oatmeal Cream Pie (however “fancified”).
Peanut Butter & Jelly Milk Shake – One other basic Disney’s Hollywood Studios snacks that truly dates again to when this park was the Disney-MGM Studios. Obtainable on the menu at 50’s Prime Time Cafe (and normally off-menu at Tune-In Lounge), that is one among our go-to desserts on sizzling days.
The conventional model of that is the PB&J Milkshake. Nonetheless, because of the miracles of recent expertise, chocolate will be added to essentially up the ante. Each style just about as described, which is to say, unbelievable. I personally want the chocolate-added model, which might be what it’d style like in the event you blended vanilla ice cream, jelly, and Reese’s cups. Okay, maybe that description doesn’t make it sound unbelievable, however it’s.
Ronto Wraps – Whereas the length of the primary two snacks will be measured in a long time, just about every part else on this listing is just a few years outdated. There are a number of snacks in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge which are arguably worthy of constructing this listing. Whereas we’d suggest giving each Blue and Inexperienced Milk a attempt (and sharing every of them earlier than figuring out in the event that they’re to your tastes), the Ronto Wraps are unquestionably the celebrities of the present–and gadgets everybody ought to order.
These are available a few varieties. First up is the Ronto Morning Wrap, which incorporates scrambled eggs, grilled pork sausage, shredded cheddar, and peppercorn sauce wrapped in a pita. Subsequent, is the common Ronto Wrap, which is all of that minus egg and cheese, however with roasted pork. Lastly, there’s the plant-based Triple Suns Breakfast Wrap.
The query right here is “which one?” Personally, we predict the Ronto Morning Wrap and common Ronto Wrap are of equal high quality–and each superior to the plant-based one, unsurprisingly. Think about getting one among every and sharing. These could possibly be entree-sized, however with no sides, they’re extra like a glorified sizzling canine which are addictively good however not significantly filling.
Something at Baseline Faucet Home – In typical Disney’s Hollywood Studios trend, we go the baton from the outdated guard to the brand new one. Baseline Faucet Home has a superb collection of beer, a chill out of doors seating space, and a significantly underrated trio of meals gadgets.
Our favorites at Baseline Faucet Home are the Bavarian Pretzel (finest pretzel at Walt Disney World), California Cheese and Charcuterie Plate (a terrific worth and good for snacking on whereas consuming), and the Espresso-rubbed Rib-eye Steak Puff with Olive Salad (someplace between a snack and entree; it’s deliciously decadent).
I completely love the steak puff, and despite the fact that it’s on the smaller facet, it positively qualifies as a shareable counter service meal alternative (or at the very least a part of one). This steak puff additionally will get faraway from the menu sometimes, so don’t get your coronary heart set on it.
Buffalo Rooster Grilled Cheese Sandwich – Served with Sourdough Bread toasted with Buffalo Rooster, Monterey, Provolone, Cheddar, and Cream Cheese served with a facet of Buffalo Sauce and selection of facet. That is obtainable at ABC Commissary, a counter service restaurant that’s in any other case typically missed.
The Buffalo Rooster Grilled Cheese is a gloriously gooey creation, with the 4 flavors of cheese balancing properly with and “taming” the buffalo hen. The toasted bread supplies good texture, and the dipping sauce can add a little bit of kick–however it’s nonetheless fairly gentle general. It’s not spicy in any method in any respect. We each completely liked this, and would extremely suggest it as a shareable snack or a standalone counter service meal.
In actual fact, the Buffalo Rooster Grilled Cheese Sandwich has turn into my go-to lunch at Disney’s Hollywood Studios whereas testing out Genie+ and Lightning Lane technique. It’s filling, moderately priced, and scrumptious. I wish to order it and seize a seat within the nook to chill down within the air-conditioning for a bit.
Jack-Jack’s Num Num Cookie – Served on the Market in Pixar Plaza close to the doorway to Toy Story Land, that is extremely standard amongst Walt Disney World followers. For good cause–they’re completely large, filling, and satisfying.
They’re additionally easy and candy. That’s neither a foul nor good factor, it’s what it’s. We level this out as a result of, in the event you’re after a “particular” snack that you could solely discover at Walt Disney World, look elsewhere. These are actually good chocolate chip cookies which are thick, gooey on the within, and filled with chocolate chips…however you’ve had the same model of this dish earlier than, and might most likely discover it carried out simply as nicely at dwelling. So whereas the Jack-Jack’s Num Num Cookie is a candy deal with that by no means misses, it additionally doesn’t soar to the identical heights as quite a lot of iconic Walt Disney World snacks.
Mashed Potato Bowls – Sure, actually. Admittedly, these mashed potato bowls at Fairfax Fare will be an acquired style (and execution is hit and miss), however in our view, they’re essentially the most fascinating and indulgent savory snack at Sundown Ranch Market. You get an enormous bowl of mashed potatoes topped with brisket, pork stomach, or hen.
These bowls are tremendous bizarre, utilizing the identical candy waffle cones that you simply’d discover in an ice cream sundae, filling that with addictively-good mashed potatoes, after which topping that off with meat. And but, the brisket and pork stomach choices are in some way, towards all odds, shockingly scrumptious. We extremely suggest each of these…and completely nothing else at Sundown Ranch Market.
Cannoli – PizzeRizzo will not be recognized for “meals” that’s “edible” however it’s typically been a standout location for desserts.
That’s as soon as once more true with the Cannoli. This crisp however flaky shell is probably a bit too sturdy, however provides a pleasant crunch and distinction to the wealthy filling. It’s on the candy facet and a tad synthetic tasting, however nonetheless superb. We’re particularly a fan of the seasonal varieties typically served at Halloween and Christmas–the Pumpkin Cheesecake one is divine. In any case, it’s one of many higher desserts at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Depart the “pizza,” take the Cannoli.
Lunch Field Tart – You’ll additionally discover this Pop Artwork-esque deal with at Woody’s Lunch Field, and it’s top-of-the-line snack values at Walt Disney World. The flavors change from time-to-time (and seasonally), however we’ve discovered that they’re all value making an attempt.
The pastry right here is clearly of a better, flakier high quality and the unfold inside is all the time tasty. It might use about 10000% extra bacon on prime (higher but, simply serve it with a pound of bacon on the facet), however that’s a minor quibble for an in any other case glorious dessert.
Totchos – One other merchandise at Woody’s Lunch Field, and one other factor that Disney views as an entree, however you shouldn’t. These are potato barrels coated with beef and slathered with bean chili, shredded cheese and signature queso with tomatoes, corn chips, bitter cream, and a sprinkle of inexperienced onions.
Scrumptious and wholesome…or not. These are a bit just like the savory model of the Kitchen Sink over at Seashores & Cream, besides smaller and with the entire flavors working in live performance. One of many extra sizable snacks on this listing, that is one to separate between a pair individuals in the event you’re beginning to get hungry however nonetheless have a number of hours till your dinner Advance Eating Reservation.
Butterfinger Cupcake (Briefly? Unavailable) – This had been one other mainstay of the Walt Disney World snack scene for so long as we’ve been visiting Walt Disney World as adults. It was initially a huge cupcake at Starring Rolls, and consuming it alone was nearly a herculean problem. Extra lately, it had appeared on the Trolley Automobile Cafe Starbucks.
Sadly, we haven’t seen the Butterfinger Cupcake in a few years, so it’s probably gone for good. Nonetheless, it beforehand disappeared for a number of years earlier than making a stunning reappearance at Starbucks, so who is aware of. It was our #1 snack (by far) at DHS, so perhaps its look on this listing will immediate individuals to ask about it, which in flip will immediate Walt Disney World to deliver it again (once more). Most likely wishful pondering, however stranger issues have happeend!
That covers it for our beneficial snacks at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. It’s a brief listing (for now), however it packs a robust punch. A number of of the gadgets are iconic, must-order treats, moderately than a sea of ‘good however not wonderful’ gadgets you would possibly discover elsewhere.
That’s fairly in keeping with Disney’s Hollywood Studios, typically. There aren’t a ton of points of interest, however the top-tier headliners are among the many finest in all of Walt Disney World. So right here’s hoping this listing helps you kill time between rides on Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance and Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway!
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