Opened on October 1, 1982, as Walt Disney World Resort’s second theme park, Epcot (which originally stood for “Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow”) offers state-of-the-art thrill rides in Future World, informative and entertaining pavilions at the World Showcase, fascinating exhibits, specialty shops and great international cuisine.
Epcot Dining
Choose from a variety of world-class dining options at the World Showcase such as Le Cellier Steakhouse (Canada), Rose & Crown Pub and Dining Room (United Kingdom), Les Chefs de France, Restaurant Marrakesh (Morocco), Teppan Edo (Japan), Tutto Italia Ristorante (Italy), Biergarten Restaurant (Germany), Nine Dragons Restaurant (China), Akershus Royal Banquet Hall (Norway), San Angel Inn (Mexico) and Coral Reef Restaurant (The Seas with Nemo & Friends Pavilion).
Epcot FASTPASS Attractions
Take advantage of Disney’s FASTPASS, a free reservation system at Epcot that will help you avoid the crowds at the most popular rides and attractions. FastPass attractions for Epcot include Captain EO, Maelstrom, Mission: SPACE, Soarin' and Test Track. Epcot is typically open at 9 AM daily (seasonal hours; call ahead).
EPCOT CHARACTER DINING The Garden Grill - The Land
Princess Storybook Dining at Akershus Royal Banquet Hall - Norway
EPCOT COUNTER SERVICE
Boulangerie Patisserie - France
Electric Umbrella - Future World East
Fife & Drum Tavern - The American Adventure
Fountain View Ice Cream - Future World West
Kabuki Cafe - Japan
Katsura Grill - Japan
Kringla Bakeri Og Kafe - Norway
La Cantina Restaurant - Mexico
Liberty Inn - The American Adventure
Lotus Blossom Cafe - China
Sommerfest - Germany
Sunshine Seasons - The Land
Tangierine Cafe - Morocco
Yorkshire County Fish Shop
- United Kingdom
EPCOT TABLE SERVICE
Biergarten Restaurant - Germany Bistro de Paris - France Chefs de France - France Coral Reef Restaurant - Future World West
La Cava del Tequila - Mexico
La Hacienda de San Angel - Mexico
Le Celier Steakhouse
- Canada
Nine Dragons - China Restaurant Marrakesh - Morocco
Rose & Crown Pub & Dining Room - United Kingdom San Angel Inn Restaurante - Mexico
Teppan Edo - Japan
Tokyo Dining - Japan
Tutto Italia Ristorante - Italy
Via Napoli Ristorante e Pizzeria - Italy
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