Epcot early entry, Guardians and breakfast reservation question

[wdwfan94]

I will be going down next week with my sister and her family. We are staying off property and have a Garden Grill reservation for before 9am on our Epcot morning. I am listed on the reservation but I'm thinking about trying to ride Guardians first instead of actually going with them to the reservation since I'll be the only one in our party who is riding.

I know they check early entry credentials at the front of the park but we should be let through there with the breakfast reservation. Do they ever do a second check at the ride entrance? I'm thinking about just going and getting in line during early entry so I'm not separated from the family for a longer period of time later.

 

[Dug720]

I seem to remember that dining reservations were sent to a different line that pretty much guided them straight to the restaurant. And given that Guardians is on the opposite side of the park it would likely trigger an additional check on you if you're suddenly going the extra scan on the ticket or magic band.

 

[stinkpickle]

I strongly suggest spending that time with your family. GOTG wait slowdowns and possible downtimes can really ruin your morning.

 

[fatmanatee]

Is ILL possible? Extra expense but given the circumstances, might be the best way to get in and out without being separated for too long.

 

[scrappinginontario]

An ADR does not permit you to ride attractions during Early Entry that are intended only for onsite guests. You will need to find a different time to ride.

If you wish to be separated for as short a time as possible, I highly recommend purchasing a LLSP for Guardians.

 

[Minnie1222]

I know they check early entry credentials at the front of the park but we should be let through there with the breakfast reservation. Do they ever do a second check at the ride entrance? I'm thinking about just going and getting in line during early entry so I'm not separated from the family for a longer period of time later.

They have various scanning points around the park to prevent guests without EE privilege from going near the rides. You won't be able to access the queue until regular park opening.

 

[Skippyboo]

Plus it’s not a guarantee that the ride opens at early entry. It could be delayed. You can get a LL for 17-20 bucks.

 

[gottalovepluto]

Even if you were permitted to enter the line (and you won’t be, they don’t only check early credentials at park entry) to skip breakfast. It’s a fun, character meal and as much as I love guardians I wouldn’t want to give up that experience with my group for it.

 

[stinkpickle]

Plus it’s not a guarantee that the ride opens at early entry. It could be delayed. You can get a LL for 17-20 bucks.

And if the last week is any indicator, headliner early entry attractions have a 50/50 chance of operating on time, at best.

 

[Disney Dad ADL]

I wouldn’t do it, though I don’t think you can anyway, but Even if you had Early Entry I’m not sure you could ride Guardians and then make a 9 am reservation at Garden Grill unless you were way up in the front of the Early Entry line. And they might not seat your family until the entire party is there, so they may have to wait for you to arrive before being seated.