What to eat at Disneyland?

kaymanginelli88
kaymanginelli88 Posts: 723
in Food and Nutrition
Hi everyone!
My name is Kayla and if you haven't already added me for support, I'm a great friend for support. I have 130+ pounds to loose and can use all the encouragement I can use!

Anywhoooo

I'm going to Disneyland tomorrow, and wanted to know if anyone who was a disneyland pass holder like me knows of any good food or suggestions for me!!

I thank you all for your support and feedback, it's much appreciated!
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  • hedgiie
    hedgiie Posts: 1,226 Member
    i eat a turkey drumstick, good enough protein for me
  • Cheryl188
    Cheryl188 Posts: 113 Member
    All the sit-down restaurants have great menus with healthy choices, but the quick places to grab food are usually not so good. I recommend packing snacks like nuts to keep you going between meals.
  • contingencyplan
    contingencyplan Posts: 3,639 Member
    I think that if you're going to a place like that you owe it to yourself not to stress over eating healthy while there. One day of gluttony won't be as bad as the stress you're causing yourself by trying to avoid it.
  • mama_katz
    mama_katz Posts: 8
    grilled chicken skewers in adventureland
    the plaza in has a good salad.
  • tanniew78
    tanniew78 Posts: 602 Member
    Its Disneyland. lol.. I am sure there is something that fits your plan. You cant go wrong with a salad... Or a good burger.... Just go easy on the fries.... Its all a matter of having a game plan. :D
  • ILiftHeavyAcrylics
    ILiftHeavyAcrylics Posts: 27,732 Member
    Well the good news is that you'll be walking a ton, so you'll burn off a lot. I'd go for protein and veggies wherever possible. Avoid fried foods, cream sauces, ice cream, etc. Just do the best you can and try not to stress too terribly much. Have a great time!
  • dynamitegalxo
    dynamitegalxo Posts: 299 Member
    honestly, when i go i make it a cheat day.

    pizza port has really good salads and they have a chicken pesto veg pizza that's filling enough that i don't eat much else if i get that. ditto the pizza/salad place on the boardwalk in DCA. their flatbread pizzas are bomb and if you're going with someone and you can split a pizza and a salad, you get a good meal for pretty cheap.

    obviously stay away from pooh corner and everything on main street. although, jolly holiday has good salads too. their quiche is good and probably not super caloric since it's smallish.

    have fun!
  • Gr8ChangesAhead
    Gr8ChangesAhead Posts: 836 Member
    Eat at the restaurant near Mickeys Philaharmonic their grilled chicken, fruit and snacks are usually pretty ok, calorie wise. Spent Christmas there. Pinochio themed.
  • lguy29
    lguy29 Posts: 131
    I know this isn't *exactly* your question but I know there are tons of good places around Anaheim that you can eat, plus you'll save money! I'm going to DLand on Wednesday and have been thinking about this too! :)

    If you want to stay in the park, eat like a regular restaurant. Or yeah make it a cheat day! You'll be walking a lot anyways :)
  • kaymanginelli88
    kaymanginelli88 Posts: 723
    WOW, i'm getting so much feedback, it's absolutely wonderful to see! :) Thank you all so much!

    I go to Disneyland a lot, so I necessarily can't make it a cheat day because I'd be cheating 2-3 Times a week and not get anywhere HAHAH! =) But regardless I know what you mean about not stressing :)!!
  • Domi_BTGfit
    Domi_BTGfit Posts: 149
    Eat before you go, then drink lots of water throughout the day and take some healthy snacks in with you (like protein bars etc). There are some healthier restaurant options, but stay away from the candy stores and the fast food eateries. You'll walk lots but that isn't enough to burn any excess sugar.

    Lucky girl! I live in Australia, but we've been over to LA a few times and I LOVE Space Mountain!!
  • Topher1978
    Topher1978 Posts: 975 Member
    Churros. You should ALWAYS eat churros whe you go to Disneyland. And then go to Blue Bayou.
  • kaymanginelli88
    kaymanginelli88 Posts: 723
    Eat before you go, then drink lots of water throughout the day and take some healthy snacks in with you (like protein bars etc). There are some healthier restaurant options, but stay away from the candy stores and the fast food eateries. You'll walk lots but that isn't enough to burn any excess sugar.

    Lucky girl! I live in Australia, but we've been over to LA a few times and I LOVE Space Mountain!!

    I love Space Mountain too, but it's always crowded!! :) thank you for your feedback!
  • kaymanginelli88
    kaymanginelli88 Posts: 723
    Churros. You should ALWAYS eat churros whe you go to Disneyland. And then go to Blue Bayou.


    Thank you for giving me a laugh! I will be sure now to eat a Churro just for you lol
  • mama_katz
    mama_katz Posts: 8
    Oooh. Eat that churro for me, too. I'm a former cast member/pass holder. I haven't been back home for 3 years. I miss Disneyland.
  • VRoseDuda
    VRoseDuda Posts: 129 Member
    Personally, I would probably get a burger or grilled chicken sandwich but get rid of the top bun. Or, order a kids meal. It isn't always what you are eating, but how much.
  • Topher1978
    Topher1978 Posts: 975 Member
    :smokin:
  • kaymanginelli88
    kaymanginelli88 Posts: 723
    Oooh. Eat that churro for me, too. I'm a former cast member/pass holder. I haven't been back home for 3 years. I miss Disneyland.


    awww you definitely owe it to yourself to visit!! I went 4 months without going and was having withdrawals! lol
  • mama_katz
    mama_katz Posts: 8
    My husband is in the military and we're stationed on the east coast now. :(
  • ElyseL1
    ElyseL1 Posts: 504 Member
    I just went in oct, you can still get a lot of healthy foods their. go to ca adventure and get some greek food, its right behind the goofy coaster. Also the cafe in new orleans square is good because you can get a salad or a beef dip sandwich. just dont eat the chips. i cant name some other places if you need more ideas. I'm a disney *kitten* lol :)
  • Tonnina
    Tonnina Posts: 979 Member
    Well the good news is that you'll be walking a ton, so you'll burn off a lot. I'd go for protein and veggies wherever possible. Avoid fried foods, cream sauces, ice cream, etc. Just do the best you can and try not to stress too terribly much. Have a great time!

    This... I mean you will be walking a long LONG time and can usually burn enough calories to not worry too much. Keep away from the fried stuff (the churros are so tempting, I know!!) and you should be good!!
  • skrakalaka
    skrakalaka Posts: 338 Member
    I'm so frickin jealous of you right now. I love Disneyland.
  • Topher1978
    Topher1978 Posts: 975 Member
    Well the good news is that you'll be walking a ton, so you'll burn off a lot. I'd go for protein and veggies wherever possible. Avoid fried foods, cream sauces, ice cream, etc. Just do the best you can and try not to stress too terribly much. Have a great time!

    This... I mean you will be walking a long LONG time and can usually burn enough calories to not worry too much. Keep away from the fried stuff (the churros are so tempting, I know!!) and you should be good!!
    Sacrilege! :angry:
  • mama_katz
    mama_katz Posts: 8
    Well the good news is that you'll be walking a ton, so you'll burn off a lot. I'd go for protein and veggies wherever possible. Avoid fried foods, cream sauces, ice cream, etc. Just do the best you can and try not to stress too terribly much. Have a great time!

    This... I mean you will be walking a long LONG time and can usually burn enough calories to not worry too much. Keep away from the fried stuff (the churros are so tempting, I know!!) and you should be good!!
    Sacrilege! :angry:

    ^^^ truth.
  • elsiesnow
    elsiesnow Posts: 33 Member
    I know this is non-helpful, but the beignets in New Orleans Square are sooooooo good. Maybe jog there from the front gate, to work off the calories for 3 of them in a bag with powdered sugar. :love:

    I agree with a previous poster, there seem to be healthy options everywhere you sit down to eat - at least they're easier to find. I'd pack string cheese and almonds for snacks.

    Have fun!
  • kaymanginelli88
    kaymanginelli88 Posts: 723
    LOL!! ELSIESNOW! that made me literally laugh out loud, job from there to the gate!! =)))

    OMG i know the powdered beignets are so amazing, im addicted to the clam chowder bowls they have!! =( Ugh.. im going to fail lol.
  • dynamitegalxo
    dynamitegalxo Posts: 299 Member
    this thread is making me feel better about my pass having expired last week. clam chowder bread bowls are the DEVIL. and the corn muffins. hnng.
  • tameejean
    tameejean Posts: 197 Member
    I usually go 1-2 times a week as well. Funny, I rarely eat there, but when I do it's just a snack. I like to get pineapple or a pickle from one of the carts or else a Dole Whip, which is just sugar...but nice on a hot day :) Seriously, don't worry about it. Just for curiosity, I sometimes wear a fitbit to see how much walking I do and usually in just a couple hours cover 4 miles. As long as you don't go crazy, I wouldn't sweat it too bad.
  • justinemp
    justinemp Posts: 1
    I just went when i travelled to america in july last yr. i packed my own lunch- we had a cooler bag and carried canned tuna, wholemeal pita, and salad to make our own. As well as snacks. Then we hired a locker to put it in while we went on the rides :)
    Best day ever!! Loved Disneyland!
  • AntWrig
    AntWrig Posts: 2,273 Member
    I think that if you're going to a place like that you owe it to yourself not to stress over eating healthy while there. One day of gluttony won't be as bad as the stress you're causing yourself by trying to avoid it.
    End of thread.

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