Why EPCOT's Canadian Steakhouse is Suddenly Serving Italian Food

By Laura T. · Adult Disney · Wisconsin

Published June 22, 2026 · Updated November 4, 2026

If you’ve ever walked past the Canada Pavilion in EPCOT, you know the draw of Le Cellier Steakhouse. It is one of the toughest dining reservations to score in the park, famous for its Canadian Cheddar Cheese Soup and filet mignon. But recently, the menu took a surprising detour: Le Cellier has added a lineup of Italian-inspired dishes.

Yes, EPCOT’s premier Canadian steakhouse is now serving Italian food. Here is the read on what this means for your park day, whether it is worth your time, and how to snag a table if you decide to go.

The Vibe Check: Who Should Actually Order This?

Le Cellier is a Signature Dining experience, meaning it commands premium prices and takes up a good chunk of your park time. Adding Italian options gives larger groups or picky eaters more variety, especially if someone in your party isn’t a steak fan.

But let’s be real: you don’t book a Canadian steakhouse to eat pasta. If you want a top-tier Italian meal in EPCOT, the Italy Pavilion (specifically Via Napoli for pizza or Tutto Italia for a sit-down meal) remains the smarter move. Le Cellier’s strength is its beef and its cozy, cellar-like atmosphere. Treat the new Italian additions as a backup option for the non-carnivores in your party, rather than the main event.

How to Snag a Table (Without Stressing)

Because it is so small and highly rated, Le Cellier books up fast. Advance Dining Reservations open 60 days before your arrival date at exactly 6:00 AM Eastern in My Disney Experience. (Keep this separate from your 7:00 AM window for booking Lightning Lane Multi Pass selections.)

If you miss that 6:00 AM window and see nothing available, do not panic. This is exactly where SupaPark’s Drop Watch comes in. Instead of refreshing the Disney app all day, just set an alert on supapark.com. The moment another guest cancels their Le Cellier reservation, SupaPark catches it and pings you instantly. You just tap the alert, head into My Disney Experience, and grab the freed-up table.

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The Quicker, Cheaper Alternative

If you are craving Italian-inspired flavors but don’t want to burn two hours and a signature-dining budget, there is a better play. Most guests walk right past it, but Connections Eatery in World Celebration is arguably the most underrated quick-service spot in EPCOT.

Connections serves dishes inspired by Italian, French, and Asian cuisines—including some surprisingly solid pizza options. It is massive, air-conditioned, and you do not need a reservation. It is the perfect spot to grab a quick, satisfying meal without slowing down your park day.

The Takeaway: Stick to the steak and cheddar cheese soup at Le Cellier. If you are locked out of reservations, let SupaPark’s Drop Watch find the cancellation for you. And if you just want quick Italian flavors, skip the signature prices and head to Connections Eatery instead.

Where Can You Get Italian Food at Disney World?

For the best Italian food at Disney World, go to EPCOT’s Italy Pavilion in World Showcase. Via Napoli Ristorante e Pizzeria is the go-to for wood-fired pizza and works well for groups. Tutto Italia Ristorante is the more traditional sit-down pasta dinner. Le Cellier’s new Italian dishes are a nice backup if you’re already booked there. Don’t book Le Cellier just for them.

Outside EPCOT, here’s how it breaks down by park and area:

Magic Kingdom

Tony’s Town Square Restaurant on Main Street, U.S.A. is the park’s Italian table-service spot. It’s themed around Lady and the Tramp. Book it for the theme and the convenient location. Don’t expect a destination meal. For a quick bite, Pinocchio Village Haus in Fantasyland serves Italian-leaning counter food.

Hollywood Studios

Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano sits in a quieter corner of the park. It’s a relaxed, family-friendly sit-down meal, and it’s easy to fit in around a busy Studios day.

Disney Springs and the resorts

Disney Springs has the most choice. Terralina Crafted Italian and Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante are both full-service, and you don’t need a park ticket for either. Near EPCOT’s International Gateway, Trattoria al Forno at Disney’s BoardWalk is popular for an Italian breakfast or dinner just outside the park.

Which one should you book?

• Best pizza: Via Napoli
• Best fit for a park day: Tony’s (Magic Kingdom) or Mama Melrose’s (Hollywood Studios)
• No park ticket needed: Disney Springs
• No reservation, no fuss: Connections Eatery in EPCOT, or Pinocchio Village Haus in Magic Kingdom

Menus and hours change, so check the current menu before you lock in. If your first-choice Italian spot is full, set a Drop Watch on supapark.com. SupaPark alerts you when a cancellation opens a table, and you book it yourself in My Disney Experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there an Italian restaurant in Magic Kingdom?

Yes. Tony’s Town Square Restaurant on Main Street, U.S.A. is Magic Kingdom’s Italian table-service restaurant, and Pinocchio Village Haus in Fantasyland is the quicker counter-service choice.

What is the best place for pizza at Disney World?

For a sit-down meal, Via Napoli Ristorante e Pizzeria in EPCOT’s Italy Pavilion is the top pick for wood-fired pizza. For something quick with no reservation, Connections Eatery in EPCOT also serves pizza.

Can you get Italian food at Disney World without a park ticket?

Yes. Terralina Crafted Italian and Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante are at Disney Springs, and Trattoria al Forno is at Disney’s BoardWalk, so you don’t need a park ticket for any of them.

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