Team Dinner - near ESPN Wide World of Sports

Question

My son is playing in a tournament at ESPN at the end of February. The team is staying at the All Star Sports Hotel (required to stay on Disney property to participate in the tournament). I would love to organize a team dinner at an easy location that will please the 10 year-old boys and allow their parents to have a decent meal. Thank you for any and all recommendations!

Answer

Organizing a team dinner near ESPN Wide World of Sports can be convenient since the All Star Sports Resort is located on Disney property. The key is to find somewhere that’s both kid-friendly and satisfying for adults, with easy access from the hotel and parking if needed.

Here are some solid options that are either on Disney property or just a short drive away:

Disney Springs: About a 15–20 minute drive from All Star Sports, Disney Springs offers a variety of restaurants with large group accommodations and kid-friendly menus. Some options include:
- Rainforest Cafe: Great for kids with themed décor, animatronics, and a casual menu. Adults can enjoy burgers, seafood, and cocktails.
- Planet Hollywood: Fun pop-culture themed dining with a wide menu — burgers, pasta, and pizza options suitable for children and adults alike.
- Chicken Guy!: Quick service with specialty chicken tenders and dipping sauces, perfect for picky eaters, and plenty of adult-friendly sides.
Disney Resort Restaurants (on-property options): Staying on property allows you to consider resort dining without leaving Disney. Options include:
- Chef Mickey’s (Contemporary Resort): Character dining that kids love. Buffet-style makes it easy for larger groups. Reservations recommended well in advance.
- Olivia’s Cafe (Old Key West Resort): Casual American fare, good for families, slightly quieter than character dining.
- Trail’s End Restaurant (Fort Wilderness): Buffet with country-style meals, plenty of space for groups, relaxed atmosphere.
Nearby off-property restaurants: If you prefer to leave Disney property, some kid-friendly and casual options nearby include:
- Perkins Restaurant & Bakery: Family-friendly chain with a large menu including breakfast, lunch, and dinner options.
- Bahama Breeze: Caribbean-inspired menu with kid-friendly meals and adult cocktails, casual and lively atmosphere.
- Applebee’s or TGI Fridays: Reliable choices for groups with children, standard American menu.

Tips for planning:

Make reservations as early as possible — February can be busy with tournaments and Disney guests.
Consider buffet-style or family-style dining to keep 10-year-olds entertained and fed quickly.
If you want to stay on property, Disney’s resort shuttles may not serve all off-property restaurants, so driving or arranging a rideshare may be necessary.
Check if restaurants can accommodate large parties to avoid split seating.

Overall, for ease and a mix of kid/adult appeal, Disney Springs restaurants are a great balance of accessibility, fun, and menu variety, but resort dining can be simpler logistics-wise if you want to avoid leaving Disney property.

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