What Time Is Dinner On Disney Cruise?

On Disney Cruise Line ships, dinner is served at two seating times each night. The first seating starts between 5:45 PM and 6:15 PM, while the second seating typically starts at 8 pm on Western Hemisphere cruises and 8:30 pm in Europe. Early dining is the most popular dining time choice on all Disney ships, especially for families with young children.

Guests are assigned to one of two dining times, which they will have for the entirety of their sailing. The selected time will always be the opposite of the time they are slated to see the show. There are two standard dining times offered each day: the earlier dinner is served at 5:45 PM, while the later seating is at 8:15 PM. These times may vary depending on the itinerary.

For European sailings, the Main Seating begins at 6 PM, with the Second Seating starting at 8 pm. Late dining also gives guests more opportunity to explore the ship on day 1, as shops open up right during main dining, allowing them to enjoy the food and drinks at the same time.

Soft drinks or alcoholic beverages are not included with the dining times on Disney Cruise Line ships. For most cruises, the dining times are scheduled between 5:45 PM and 6:15 PM, with the second seating starting at 8 pm on Western Hemisphere cruises and 8:30 pm in Europe.