We are also on the eat-at-a-monorail-resort-restaurant-before-the-party plan. Historically, we've gone to Grand Floridian Café in early-to-mid afternoon to get a solid table service meal under our belt before getting to the party at 4:00-ish. Then we'll grab a good snack or two (or three) along the way during the party, but without feeling like we need to formally stop and eat a proper meal, taking time away from seeing all the party activities (or hitting rides with short lines).