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Ring in 2026 in Style with California Grill’s Magical New Year’s Eve Dining Experience
If you are looking to toast the New Year with fireworks, fine dining, and a little Disney magic sprinkled on top, California Grill has officially entered the chat. Walt Disney World has announced The Magic of New Year’s Eve, a limited two-day dining experience taking place December 30 and December 31 at the signature restaurant perched high atop Disney’s Contemporary Resort.
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This special celebration includes an elegant four-course prix fixe menu crafted with premium ingredients and inspired by California Grill’s 30 years of culinary excellence. Guests will enjoy live music throughout the evening, photo opportunities with Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse, and a complimentary champagne toast for guests 21 and over. The night wraps up with a prime fireworks viewing of Magic Kingdom’s New Year’s Eve spectacular, viewed from the restaurant at the end of each seating, weather permitting.
The menu starts strong with a Japanese Wagyu Futomaki Roll before moving into a choice of market-inspired second courses like BBQ European Quail, Sonoma Goat Cheese Ravioli, Norwegian Brown King Crab, or Sweet Potato Bisque. The third course is where things really shine, with options including a 30-Day Dry-Aged Wagyu Filet, Butter Poached Maine Lobster, Truffled Poulet Rouge, Berkshire Pork Tenderloin, or Glacier 51 Toothfish Mosaic. Dessert lovers can finish the night with sweet creations like Celebration of Citrus, Chocolate Blossom, Blueberry-Goat Cheese Cheesecake, or Muscavado Brown Sugar Crème Brûlée.
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Specialty cocktails will also be available for purchase, including a Black Truffle and Fig Old-Fashioned, Blueberry and Thyme Gin Smash, Heirloom Apple 75, and a Cosmopolitan Highball. Optional add-ons will be offered to further elevate the experience.
Pricing varies by date and seating. Dinner on December 30 is priced at $229 per person. On December 31, early seating is $299 per person, while late seating is $349 per person. Guests should note that California Grill’s New Year’s Eve cancellation policy applies, with full price charged for cancellations within 24 hours or no-shows.
Reservations for The Magic of New Year’s Eve at California Grill must be made by phone by calling 407-824-2284. Availability is limited, and this experience is only offered for these two dates.
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