We never slow down at the parks. It’s always quick service and back to the next ride… but honestly I look at the sit down options and always regret not making reservations.

Since the Disney World properties have reopened, I’ve noticed Hollywood Studios seems to be busier than the other parks but wanted to at least take an afternoon to pop in and try out the new Mickey’s Runaway Railroad… I mean honestly it’s not new anymore, but we had not ridden it. I also wanted to try to get on Rise of the Resistance and visit Toy Story Land again. Here is what I have learned about Toy Story Land, check out my previous post here in case you missed it.

I was able to make a reservation on the My Disney Experience App for Saturday afternoon and planned to have a late lunch, then explore the park for the last few hours before closing.

When you arrive they have parties wait outside until your table is ready. There is someone who will escort your party into the drive in area. There is one door in and one door out. I’m not sure if that is an after COVID change, or if it has always been that way.

Each table is set up inside 50’s inspired cars. There are different options but we didn’t get to choose which type of car we had. Some have tables on the inside, like a standard table everyone sits around. Others, like the one we had, are almost like counter booths, where you sit behind other people in your party.

I think the kids liked this style better because it was new and felt a little more fun and special.

While you are at your table there are sci-fi shows and movie clips from the 50’s playing. All family friendly of course…but I wasn’t expecting my 4 year old to be a little scared of the martians and UFO’s – think Twilight Zone – in black and white with strings attached. There were also some fun Tom and Jerry mixed in with it.

Something I wasn’t expecting was the sense of relaxation. As we sat there eating lunch and soaking everything in… the hustle and bustle of Disney and the parks was completely gone. There wasn’t a line, wasn’t a reason to try to rush away somewhere. It was quite peaceful.

Now, it’s not somewhere that I would say we have to go every time.. much like other Disney sit down dinning options it becomes a little pricy, but if it’s something you haven’t tried or are looking for a nice break in the middle of your day… I think this is a solid choice, especially if you have kids.