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Pinocchio Village Haus is the primary dinnertime quick service, located to the left of
the entrance to New Fantasyland. The flatbread pizzas and salads are above average and
there's plentiful air-conditioned seating in addition to outdoor patio seating. Gaston's Tav-
ern between Be Our Guest and Journey of the Little Mermaid serves pork shanks, cin-
namon rolls, and snacks. The pork is surprisingly tender and a nice alternative to the
more-difficult-to-eat-than-you-might-expect turkey legs. Indoor seating is minimal, but the
theming is exquisite throughout. Friar's Nook, located across from the entrance to Seven
Dwarfs Mine Train, serves breakfast when crowds are heavier. Lunch service includes sev-
eral hearty macaroni-and-cheese dishes with a variety of toppings, including pot roast. St-
orybook Treats is Fantasyland's version of the Plaza Ice Cream Parlor, serving decadent
sundaes and other ice-cream treats. Cheshire Café serves snacks, drinks, and cake cups next
to Mad Tea Party, while Prince Eric's Village Market serves drinks, lemonades, sno-cones,
and snacks across from the Journey of the Little Mermaid ride in New Fantasyland. Finally,
Big Top Souvenirs across from Dumbo is yet another spot to find freshly made treats, in-
cluding caramel corn, candied apples, and fudge, in addition to the frozen Goofy's Glacier
drinks.
Shopping is plentiful in and around Fantasyland. Castle Couture to the left of Mickey's
PhilharMagic is one of the best spots for princess merchandise. Across the way is Sir
Mickey's, primarily offering toys and apparel. Two great stores are located back in New
Fantasyland: Bonjour Gifts, to the right of Gaston's Tavern, offers unique glassware, gob-
lets, and other upscale items, and Big Top Souvenirs offers toys and apparel.

Ariel's Grotto
RANKING Don't miss for little kids who need to meet Ariel; skippable for others. EMH
Morning, Evening. FP+ Yes. High priority for guests wanting to meet Ariel. TYPE Character
meet and greet. REQUIREMENTS None.
WHAT TO EXPECT After winding through a line themed to undersea rockwork, meet Ariel in
her picturesque grotto. SCARY FACTOR None.
WHEN TO GO First or last hour of operation, or with FastPass+. EXPECT TO WAIT 25-45
minutes in the afternoon. LENGTH About a minute with everyone's favorite undersea prin-
cess.

The Barnstormer

Minor attraction. EMH Morning, Evening. FP+ Yes. Low priority. TYPE Roller

RANKING

coaster. REQUIREMENTS 35” or taller.
WHAT TO EXPECT This slow-loading, low-capacity ride with some light theming around
Goofy's stunt plane is the tamest coaster at Disney World, and best thought of as a “starter”
roller coaster. Fun, swoopy, and very brief, all of its features are fully visible, so there's no
surprises. Great fun for little kids, but skippable for older kids and adults. SCARY FACTOR
Low. Speeds and heights are mild. CAN WE HANDLE IT? If your kids decide after it begins
that they aren't ready for coasters, the ride will be over literally within seconds. The ride
vehicles are low to the ground with just enough room for two average-size adults to sit side
by side.