Jiko - The Cooking Place

Top choice in Walt Disney World


Excellent food, with plenty of grains, vegetables and creative twists, a tiny bar, and rich African surrounds make this a Disney favorite for both quality and theming. You can relax with a glass of wine on the hotel's back deck, alongside the giraffes and other African beasts.

For a less-expensive option, enjoy an appetizer (the Taste of Africa features various dips and crackers) at the bar. Swing by for dinner, or at least a cocktail, after a day at Animal Kingdom.


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