Gluten free food at Disney?

[n0007917]

My husband has celiac disease and needs to follow a gluten free diet. Does anyone know if this is easily accomplished with all the various food stands, restaurants at the parks and hotels. We will also be going on the Disney cruise so we need gluten free food there as well.Thanks!

 

[hildarumpole]

When you make your ADRs, be sure to mention your husband's dietary needs. The chefs at each restaurant will come out and talk to you about safe menu options. At counter service, there are binders that list ingredients of the various menu items. It's a bit of a pain to go through them, so it's best to try to eat at non-busy times. You could also request to speak to the manager on duty for additional assistance. I have kids with food allergies and we found it easier and less stressful to eat table service restaurants most of the time. I've never done a Disney cruise, so not sure how they handle the food service. Try contacting their dining services to make arrangements in advance. The Disney chefs are terrific about handling special diets. Don't be afraid of buffets. The chefs will even make special meals, if there isn't anything available on the regular menu or buffet line.

 

[DisneyMom5]

I would also go to the DISabilities board, and get the info on how to contact Brenda Bennet, who is a contact for Special foods.

She sent me a list of what gluten free items are available at WDW.

It really is the easiest place to eat at w/ food issues.

allearsnet.com also has a section on special needs/food allergies.

Happy planning!

 

[DisneyMom5]

Oh wait, I found it.

Brenda Bennett [WDW MK Special Diets]
MAGIC KINGDOM Foods
407-824-5967
brenda.bennett@disney.com

She sent me several attachments of info.

Enjoy!

 

[sleepingbean]

I posted pictures of our experiences with GF/CF dining in Disneyworld in my link, but I'd love to hear back from you on how the cruise was for accommodations to a GF diet!