The Ultimate Guide to Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort

The Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort is a lively and unique Disney destination, featuring a distinctive blend of shops, dining, and entertainment with a magical Disney touch. There's always something new to explore for both visiting tourists and Southern California locals!

This vibrant outdoor promenade, located just steps away from Disneyland Park, Disney California Adventure Park, and the Hotels of the Disneyland Resort, is undergoing an exciting transformation as the Disneyland Resort continues to invest in creating magical new experiences. Visitors might have noticed changes at the west end of the district, including a new entrance, fresh shops, restaurants, and design elements inspired by Southern California's mid-century modern architecture.

We’re thrilled to highlight fantastic spots for guests to explore during their next visit, so remember to bookmark this page and check back for the latest updates on Downtown Disney!

Dining and Drinks: Discover So Much Delicious!

Downtown Disney provides a wide array of dining options and diverse cuisines. Whether you're enjoying a leisurely meal, celebrating a special occasion, or grabbing a quick snack, there's something to satisfy every taste.

Experience the Latest Flavors!

• NEW! Parkside Market is Downtown Disney's inaugural food hall, featuring four unique culinary concepts in one location.

  • Sip & Sonder offers lattes, fresh pastries, frozen beverages, and tasty small bites.

  • Seoul Sister presents a Korean-inspired menu centered around bibimbap (Korean rice bowls) with a Californian flair.

  • GG’s Chicken Shop provides chicken sandwiches, salads, and traditional side dishes.

  • Vista Parkside Market features stunning district views along with creative cocktails and mocktails.      

• NEW! Din Tai Fung, the globally acclaimed Taiwanese restaurant famous for its Xiao Long Bao, has launched its first standalone location at Downtown Disney. An indoor dumpling expo kitchen offers a view of their intricate 18-fold dumpling-making process. The menu also features Spicy Wontons, String Beans with Garlic, Cucumber Salad, and Pork Chop Fried Rice, all served family-style. These exquisite dishes are available for takeout to enjoy at home or at your hotel.

• NEW! Paseo, Céntrico and Tiendita offer distinct culinary and beverage experiences with menus crafted by Michelin-starred Chef Carlos Gaytán. Enjoy upscale Mexican cuisine and tequila-based cocktails at the indoor Paseo and the open-air Céntrico, or savor Mexican street-food favorites at Tiendita.

More Table Service Restaurants: Sit Back and Relax with a Bite

• Ballast Point Brewing Co. features a sea theme and Southern California cuisine, offering shareable appetizers, burgers, tacos, and a rooftop patio with district views.

• Black Tap Craft Burgers & Shakes serves award-winning burgers, eye-catching CrazyShakes, and other delicious dishes in a retro-style eatery reminiscent of ‘80s and ‘90s hip-hop and pop, with a SoHo vibe.

• Earl of Sandwich Tavern is a table service concept by Earl of Sandwich, temporarily located on the district's east side, offering an expanded menu of salads, burgers, pasta, pizza, and of course, sandwiches!

• Jazz Kitchen Coastal Grill & Patio, with two decades of tradition, celebrates its New Orleans roots and California influences in a vibrant, casual, and modern setting.

• Naples Ristorante e Bar embraces the spirit of southern Italy with Neapolitan-style pizza and pasta, a two-story dining room with Carnivale-inspired décor, an impressive wine selection, and an outdoor patio.

• Splitsville Luxury Lanes is ideal for sports fans to catch a big game with family and friends, offering ample seating both indoors and out, with a menu of sushi rolls, burgers, pizza, cocktails, and beer. Guests can also enjoy 20 bowling lanes.

Quick Service: Feeling Snack-ish? Grab and Go!

• Beignets Expressed is a lively counter-service spot serving beloved New Orleans treats, from classic fried beignets dusted with powdered sugar to specialty glazed beignets with sweet sprinkles.

• CrazyShake Window by Black Tap offers over-the-top milkshakes to-go from Black Tap Craft Burgers & Shakes.

• Earl of Sandwich has temporary locations near the esplanade and a pop-up pod near Star Wars Trading Post. Both serve popular sandwiches like The Original 1762, The Full Montagu, the Holiday Turkey, along with wraps, salads, and sweets.

• Napolini Pizzeria is a quick stop for Italian fare with specialty pizzas, hearty sandwiches, fresh salads, and desserts.

• Salt & Straw offers an innovative collection of award-winning ice cream that tells the story of artisans and farmers through a menu of ever-changing flavors and ingredients.

• Blue Ribbon Corn Dog is the place for hand-dipped corn dogs with classic or unique flavors.

• California Churro provides iconic churros at two district locations!

• Jamba is “whirl’d famous” for its smoothies, juices, and bowls.

• Kayla’s Cake is a sweet stop for premium French macarons and other decadent treats.

• Wetzel’s Pretzels offers fresh-baked, hand-rolled soft pretzels at this flagship store. Don't miss the large mural depicting Southern California scenes and the pretzel door handle! 

And keep an eye out for pop-up food trucks offering extra eats and treats!

Shopping: Find Favorite Treasures

If guests are in search of the perfect gift or a Disney souvenir, the district offers plenty to explore and more!

• NEW! Avengers Reserve celebrates the fandom and tales of Earth’s Mightiest Heroes with comic books, collectibles, Super Hero apparel, and role-play toys for all ages.

• NEW! Disney Wonderful World of Sweets is a whimsical confectionery delight featuring fresh, house-made Werther’s Original Caramel popcorn, caramel apples, churro toffee, and a variety of candies. Its exhibition kitchens can be viewed from the promenade, introducing sweet new characters like Poppi the popcorn bucket and others named Jimmi, Fluffi, Bonni, and Lolli.

• NEW! The D-Lander Shop features trendy fashions and co-branded collections of apparel, handbags, and jewelry, including Kate Spade, Dooney & Bourke, and a PANDORA Jewelry shop-within-a-shop.

• NEW! Disney Storyland Boutique is a charming retail concept that will regularly transform its theme, décor, and products. The current theme is all about cuteness!

• World of Disney is the flagship store with the largest selection of Disney merchandise at the Disneyland Resort.

• Disney Home offers kitchenware, linens, gadgets, ornaments, and décor.

• Curl Surf celebrates California surf culture with beach styles for both men and women.

• Kawaii Slime cart provides an imaginative array of the cutest slime concoctions and toys in various colors, textures, scents, and glittery mix-ins for endless play.

• The LEGO Store offers building sets for LEGO beginners and enthusiasts who can marvel at the larger-than-life displays of Disney characters crafted from LEGO.

• Lovepop features imaginative pop-up greeting cards with stunning designs for any occasion. These cards are laser-cut, merging modern technology with the ancient art of “kirigami,” a variation of origami where the paper is cut rather than folded.

• PANDORA Jewelry offers a selection of statement jewelry featuring Disney characters, park landmarks, and more.

  • Pelé Soccer is the spot for apparel from soccer teams around the world.

  • Star Wars Trading Post is ideal for those seeking treasures from across the galaxy.

  • Sunglass Hut offers stylish sunglasses, perfect for sunny Southern California days!

  • Sephora is the destination for beauty products ranging from skincare to makeup and fragrance.

  • WonderGround Gallery is a boutique gallery with Disney-themed artwork and collectibles for the home or office.

  • Disney’s Pin Traders kiosk is perfect for those expanding their Disney pin collection or just starting out.

  • Collectible Medallion Machines and Pressed Coin Machines are located in the district and are great for any collector.

  • Kaman's Art Shoppes, Inc. Caricatures kiosk features talented artists who draw personal caricatures, making perfect keepsakes.

Throughout the year, enjoy trunk shows, pin trading events, and artist showcases. Visit Disneyland.com for more event details.

Entertainment: Enjoy Lots of Family Fun

Here are some more suggestions for fun at Downtown Disney!

Relax on the lawn and let the little ones play while enjoying live music in the evenings at the Downtown Disney LIVE! Stage, featuring Motown, rock, pop, reggae, and special performances.

Splitsville Luxury Lanes features 20 luxury bowling lanes spread across two floors, along with 25 big-screen TVs. Outdoors, guests can visit The Alley to play interactive games and listen to local musicians.

While dining at Jazz Kitchen Coastal Grill & Patio, enjoy performances by singers and musicians covering various jazz genres. Check the entertainment calendar for the current schedule.

What’s Next? Here’s a Sneak Peek!

Plans are in motion to introduce these new restaurants to Downtown Disney in the future!

• Earl of Sandwich will have a new, two-story location in Downtown Disney District, featuring a quick-service Earl of Sandwich shop on the ground level and The Carnaby Tavern, a new table-service gastropub upstairs, designed as a tribute to the ‘60s “British Invasion” pop and rock bands from the U.K.

Arthur & Sons Steak and Bourbon, from Michelin-starred Chef Joe Isidori, will be a classic steakhouse offering prime cuts of beef, fresh seafood, sandwiches, and salads, along with an impressive selection of bourbon and cocktails, centered around a lively bar.

• Pearl’s Roadside BBQ, also from Chef Isidori, will be a quick-service eatery serving dishes like pulled pork and beef brisket with house-made sauces, complemented by craft beers and moonshine cocktails.

• Construction is underway to bring Porto’s Bakery & Cafe, a renowned Southern California destination known for its sweet pastries and California-Cuban-inspired dishes, to Downtown Disney. Food enthusiasts can look forward to their signature Cheese Rolls, Potato Balls, and other popular items from the bakery and cafe. This new location will be the first Porto’s with sit-down table service and a full bar. Check out concept art of this exciting addition to Downtown Disney, showcasing the outdoor patio, striking exterior, and cozy dining space.

Throughout the year, look out for new specialty menu items, unique shopping experiences, and seasonal entertainment and décor throughout the district.

Admission to Downtown Disney is free. If guests are visiting Disneyland Park with valid admission, they can board the Disneyland Monorail at the Downtown Disney station for an approximate 13-minute ride around the resort before arriving in Tomorrowland.

We look forward to seeing you at Downtown Disney!