Epcot offers two fireworks dining packages that let you enjoy a range of food, beverages, and the nightly fireworks without the hassle of finding a spot. They’re not the cheapest option, but if you want convenience and unique dining, these packages are worth considering.
Let’s dive in!
What are the fireworks dining packages at Epcot, and where are they located?
Let’s take a look at each of the fireworks dining packages available at Epcot:
- Spice Road Table Fireworks Dining Package (held at Spice Road Table in the Morocco Pavilion)
- Rose & Crown Fireworks Dining Package (held at the Rose & Crown Dining Room in the U.K. Pavilion)
If you choose to dine at Spice Road Table, you’ll enjoy Mediterranean-themed food and drinks, whereas Rose & Crown offers classic British fare.
Unlike several of the dessert parties at Magic Kingdom, you’ll stay in your seat for the entire experience – no moving to a different location for viewing. Only the Seats & Sweets dessert party at Magic Kingdom has that same perk.
What are the differences between the two dining packages?
Ok – with only 2 options to choose from, it’s important to know what you’ll get with each option:
| Spice Road | Rose & Crown (WDW Prep Favorite) |
|---|---|
| Price: $81 (ages 10 and up), $31 per child (ages 3 to 9) | Price: $92 (ages 10 and up), $41 (ages 3 to 9) |
| Cuisine: Mediterranean-themed | Cuisine: classic British fare |
| Menu: prix fixe meal including two small plates, a dessert platter, and unlimited beverages (including alcohol) | Menu: prix fixe meal including one appetizer, one entrée, a dessert, and unlimited beverages (including alcohol) |
| Fireworks view: You watch the fireworks on the covered outdoor patio. There’s a small section close to the lagoon reserved for those who booked the dining package. Parties with 3 or more will be seated at tables closer to the railing, whereas smaller parties of 2 and under are seated at tables behind these parties. The view here isn’t the best, even close to the railing, which is the so-called “better” view. The restaurant lighting also stays on, which makes it harder to see, and you don’t get the full nighttime spectacular effect. | Fireworks view: You will dine outside at Rose & Crown’s patio that sits on the water, offering views of the fireworks on World Showcase Lagoon. The outdoor area is partially uncovered, so if there is bad weather, the experience will take place in a covered area outdoors. All the tables are lined up against the railing, so guests will have similar views of the show. This view is superior to Spice Road Table’s, which is why it is our favorite. |
Which fireworks dinner package at Epcot is best?
While the food at Spice Road Table is excellent, the view is much better from Rose & Crown’s patio. But, that also means you’ll have to pay a little bit more for the better view.
So, even though we love the food at Spice Road Table’s, you can’t beat the combo of more entrée choices and the better view you’ll get at Rose & Crown.
What can I expect to be served?
Spice Road Table and Rose & Crown both offer very different fare, with the former serving small Mediterranean plates and the latter being classic British fare.
Spice Road Table Fireworks Dining Package includes two small plates, a dessert platter, and unlimited beverages. The Rose & Crown Fireworks Dining Package includes one appetizer, one entrée, a dessert, and unlimited beverages.
For both dining packages, once you are seated, you can place your order with your server. You don’t have to get up at all during this experience to serve yourself.
Spice Road Table Fireworks Dining Package Menu
Keep in mind that menu items are always subject to change, but the following gives a good example of what you can expect food and drink-wise.
The Mediterranean small plates for adults, include: Hummus Fries (plant-based), Grilled Lamb Kefta, Tiropitakia, Dolmas (plant-based), Naan Spreads, Spiced Chicken, and Spicy Shrimp.
The kids menu includes: Vegetables and Hummus, Seasonal Fruit, Grilled Chicken and Pita, and Grilled Cheese Pita (all are served with a small low-fat milk or small Minute Maid Apple Juice).
The dessert platter features assorted baklava and cookies.
As for the beverage options, there are both unlimited alcoholic and non-alcoholic options, like Coca-Cola products, Iced Mint Tea, water, and Mediterranean-themed beer, wine, and cocktails.
Rose & Crown Fireworks Dining Package Menu
Keep in mind that menu items are always subject to change, but the following gives a good example of what you can expect food and drink-wise.
You’ll receive a Coronation Salad, the soup of the day, or a Scotch Egg as your appetizer.
The entrées to choose from are Shepard’s Pie, Fish and Chips, Savory Impossible Hot Pot (plant-based), or Bangers and Mash. As for the dessert, you get a choice of Sticky Toffee Pudding or Plant-based Seasonal Gelato.
You can also order both unlimited alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, including Coca-Cola products, water, tea, cider, wine, beer, and a specialty cocktail.
How do you book it?
You can book both dining packages online up to 60 days in advance. These are somewhat popular and there’s limited space available, so if you can’t get a reservation, keep trying because sometimes dining reservations do open up at the last minute.
How does check in work?
For Spice Road Table, check-in begins 60 minutes before the show. For Rose & Crown, you can begin checking in an hour and 15 minutes before the show starts.
Since this is reserved seating, you don’t really have to worry about snagging a good table. But, you may want to arrive a bit earlier to see if you can get in before other guests to try to pick a table with a better view.
You may even receive a text after you check in when your table is ready. There are no wristbands given out, but you’re simply escorted to your table when it is time.
How is the view from Spice Road Table and Rose & Crown?
The good thing about watching fireworks on World Showcase Lagoon is there really isn’t a bad view around the entire World Showcase, but there are some that are better than others.
Spice Road Table Fireworks View
For Spice Road Table, you watch the fireworks from a table on the covered outdoor patio.
There’s a small section close to the lagoon reserved for those who booked the dining package. Parties with 3 or more will be seated at tables closer to the railing, whereas smaller parties of 2 and under are seated at tables behind these parties.
Admittedly, the view here isn’t the best, even close to the railing, which is the “better” view. The restaurant lighting also stays on, which makes it harder to see and you don’t get the full nighttime spectacular effect.
But, that also doesn’t mean you can’t see the show, it’s just an ok view. You may even have a pillar in your way.
Rose & Crown Fireworks View
For Rose & Crown, you sit outside on the patio along the water. The outdoor area is uncovered, so if there is bad weather, the experience will take place in a covered area outdoors.
All of the tables are lined up against the railing, so guests will have similar views of the show. Rose & Crown appears to have the better view compared to Spice Road Table.
Are the fireworks dining packages at Epcot worth it?
Honestly, it all just depends on what you’re willing to spend, if you don’t want to save your own seats, and if you want a savory meal with drinks and dessert during the fireworks.
These are far from cheap, especially for families.
If you’d rather skip the party and save money in the process, there are still plenty of other great fireworks viewing locations around World Showcase, but you will have to start grabbing your spot at least 1 to 2 hours before the show begins (depending on crowds and other factors).
- Canada: Right across from where the current festival booth is usually located before you enter the actual pavilion; near torch 16, good for an exit out the front of the park
- France: Near where Belle usually meets catty corner from Les Chefs de France, great for a quick exit out the International Gateway
- Between Mexico and Canada: If you want a perfect, centered-view, try to find a spot between Mexico and Canada Note: these spots fill up first, and large chunks might have reserved seating, but there are still some non-reserved spots to be had if you are willing to snag one early
Have you tried either of the dining packages at Epcot? Tell us how you liked it in the comments below.