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Harambe Market Reopens Early to Fill the Dino-Sized Gap at Animal Kingdom
The lunch rush just got a little easier at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. In a surprise move, Harambe Market quietly reopened its gates yesterday, February 2, a few days ahead of its scheduled February 5 return.
The reopening comes at a critical time for the park’s logistics. On February 1, the high-capacity Restaurantosaurus in DinoLand, U.S.A. served its final guests before closing permanently to make way for the Tropical Americas expansion. By opening Harambe Market early, Disney has ensured that guests won’t have to go a single day without the park’s staple “burgers and chicken” options.
Related-Major Menu Changes Coming to Harambe Market Adds Burgers and Chicken
Soft Opening Details
While the official “full capacity” launch is still set for February 5, the restaurant is currently in a soft opening phase. Here is what you need to know if you’re visiting this week:
- Mobile Order: Available starting at 10:30 AM.
- Capacity: Currently operating at a limited volume through February 4.
- Location: The open-air plaza in the Africa section of the park.
Related-First Look: New Menu Revealed for Harambe Market Reopening at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
The New “Standard” Menu
Fans of the previous Harambe Market menu—which featured African-inspired rice bowls and pitas—will notice a significant shift. To absorb the demand lost from Restaurantosaurus, the menu has been simplified to focus on American theme park classics:
| Item | Price | Details |
| 1/3 lb Angus Bacon Cheeseburger | $13.99 | Served with French fries |
| 1/3 lb Angus Cheeseburger | $13.29 | Served with French fries |
| Chicken Strips | $10.99 | Served with French fries |
| Harissa Chicken Wrap | $10.99 | Chilled tandoori chicken with harissa mayo |
| Savanna Salad | $11.29 | Mixed greens, lentils, carrots, and couscous |
| Kubwa Cookie | $5.29 | Topped with chocolate cream and potato chips |
Note: If you’re missing the old Harambe Market rice bowls, don’t worry! They haven’t gone extinct—they have officially migrated over to Kusafiri Coffee Shop & Bakery, which is now open for lunch service.
Preparing for Tropical Americas
This operational shuffle is the latest step in the massive transformation of the park. With DinoLand, U.S.A. now fully behind construction walls, Harambe Market is effectively the new “burger headquarters” of Animal Kingdom.
While the menu is more “safe” than “exotic” for now, it provides a much-needed service for families looking for familiar favorites while the park prepares for the 2027 arrival of Indiana Jones and Encanto.
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