Grand Floridian Café at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort will close for refurbishment on 20 July 2026, with the restaurant remaining shuttered through October 2026. During the closure, brunch service will relocate to Cítricos, operating from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
When will Grand Floridian Café close for refurbishment?
The café's final day of operation will be Sunday, 19 July 2026. The closure begins Monday, 20 July 2026, extending through October 2026.
Disney has not confirmed the specific reopening date within October. Guests with existing reservations should monitor their bookings for updates.
Where can guests find brunch during the closure?
Cítricos will host temporary brunch service throughout the refurbishment period. The restaurant will serve brunch from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., providing continuity for resort guests and visitors.
All other dining locations at Grand Floridian will remain open during the café's closure. This includes the resort's signature restaurants and quick-service venues.
What work is planned during the refurbishment?
Disney has not disclosed details about the nature of the refurbishment work. The extended closure period suggests substantial updates are planned, though specific improvements remain unconfirmed.
Information about whether dinner service will be available at alternative Grand Floridian locations has not been announced. Guests requiring evening dining should check availability at other resort restaurants.
How will this affect Grand Floridian dining capacity?
The Disney Grand Floridian restaurant closure temporarily reduces casual dining capacity at the resort. However, the Cítricos temporary brunch Grand Floridian arrangement maintains morning dining availability.
Resort guests will still have access to all other food and beverage outlets. The Grand Floridian's signature dining experiences continue operating normally throughout the refurbishment.
With the Grand Floridian Café closing date now confirmed, guests can plan alternative dining arrangements for visits during the refurbishment period from July through October 2026.
