Tusker House Restaurant

Menu Highlights

Tusker House offers an all-you-care-to-enjoy buffet for every meal period, blending African-inspired flavors with comforting American classics.

Breakfast Buffet

Donald’s Dining Safari kicks off with a festive morning spread:

• Mickey and Simba Waffles
• Bobotie — a South African spiced meat dish
• South African French Toast Bulkas
• Cook-to-order omelette station
• Assorted fruits, pastries, and cereals
• Classic American breakfast staples

Lunch & Dinner Buffet

The heart of the Tusker House experience comes alive at lunch and dinner, with dishes inspired by African culinary traditions:

• Spit-roasted Tandoori Chicken
• Berbere-Marinated Pork
• Green Curry Shrimp
• Doro Wat — a rich Ethiopian chicken stew
• Braised Beef Tajine
• Assorted salads, roasted vegetables, and warm breads

Younger Guests will find familiar favorites such as fruit and yogurt for breakfast, and macaroni and cheese for lunch and dinner.

Pricing (tax and gratuity not included):

• Breakfast: $$$ ($35 to $59.99 per adult)
• Lunch: $$$$ (over $60 per adult)
• Dinner: $$$$ (over $60 per adult)

Dining Plan Information

The Disney Dining Plan is accepted at Tusker House Restaurant. 1 Table-Service meal entitlement will be redeemed per person for any meal period. The all-you-care-to-enjoy buffet format plus included character interactions with Donald, Daisy, Mickey, and Goofy make this a popular value choice for dining plan holders visiting Disney’s Animal Kingdom.

About Tusker House Restaurant

Tucked inside the African marketplace village of Harambe at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Tusker House Restaurant transports Guests into the heart of East Africa with its vibrant colors, eclectic bazaar-style decor, and the sights and sounds of a bustling outdoor market. The dining rooms branch off from the open buffet area—themed as an outdoor marketplace—each offering a different look and atmosphere inspired by the rich cultures of the continent.

The star of every meal is Donald’s Dining Safari, in which Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, Mickey Mouse, and Goofy make their grand entrance dressed in full safari gear. They roam the dining rooms throughout the meal, greeting families, posing for photos, and filling the restaurant with infectious energy. It is a particularly wonderful experience for young children, who often encounter these characters in a more up-close and relaxed setting than they would elsewhere in the park.

Beyond the character interactions, Tusker House earns its reputation through the sheer quality and range of its buffet. The African-inspired dishes—from fragrant curry shrimp to slow-braised beef tajine—offer adventurous flavors rarely found elsewhere at Walt Disney World Resort. It’s a meal that feels like both a feast and a genuine cultural exploration.