Dining Options at Shades of Green – Disney World’s Military Resort

Shades of Green the military-owned and operated resort on Walt Disney World property offers many dining options.

Both those staying at Shades and those stopping by for a visit* (perhaps to buy Theme Park tickets or shop at the AAFES Store) are eligible to dine at any of the resort’s restaurants.

Dining Options at Shades of Green

Shades offers both quick service and full-service options as well as a buffet. The quick service options are open throughout the day while the full service and buffet are closed for lunch.

Note All of Shades of Green’s dining locations are transitioning to a cashless system!

Cash transactions will no longer be possible at the following restaurants on the listed dates:

• Express Cafe – 3 November 2025
• Room Service and Takeout – 10 November 2025
• Java Cafe – 17 November 2025
• Evergreens – 1 December 2025
• Garden Gallery – 8 December 2025
• Mangino’s 15 December 2025

Accepted from of payment will be: Military Star Card, Visa, Discover, Master Card, room charges, and mobile payments.

Shades of Green Quick Service

Express Cafe – This is a counter-service location that features breakfast sandwiches, pastries, snacks, fresh coffee, tea, and more. For lunch various sandwiches are available. It is located next to the resort bus loading area, making it a great option for picking up something to eat on the go. Express Cafe Info and Review

Java Cafe – The Java Café is located in the lobby. They serve fresh Starbucks coffee and assorted pastry items, a variety of flavors of handmade ice cream cones and sundaes, and adult beverages (beer, wine, and spirits). Get your morning Joe and a pastry here before you head out to the parks! Java Cafe Info and Review

Chip n’ Dale’s Deli is located near the Magnolia Pool. They serve quick and delicious grilled hot dogs, Italian sausage, hamburgers, sandwiches, quick snacks and cold drinks. Chip n’ Dale’s Deli is located between the Magnolia Pool and the Magnolia golf course putting green and is available to all Shades guests. Beer and wine are available. Chip n’ Dale’s Deli Review

Shades of Green Full Service and Buffet

Shades full-service option is Manginos Steakhouse.  Manginos serves a variety of steaks, seafood, and chicken plus they have nightly specials and a very large wine list. Mangino’s Info

The Garden Gallery offers a daily breakfast buffet. Lines can be long in the morning. The breakfast buffet includes Pastries, breads, eggs, omelets, waffles, quesadillas, biscuits and gravy, bacon, sausage, and fresh fruit.

Kids 4 and under are free at the Garden Gallery

An Ala Carte menu is also available.

See our Buffet Breakfast Review

Garden Gallery Info

Evergreens Sports Bar & Grill is located next to the Mill Pond Pool Serves sandwiches, wraps and burgers, salads, pizza, wings, and nachos. There is an extensive game room for the kids (young and old) which is attached to Evergreens. Evergreen’s Info and Review

Shades of Green Room Service and Take Out

Garden Gallery Dinner – Take-Out – Dinner includes International Fare such as Pizza, Fried Rice, Pasta, Steaks, burgers, schnitzel, and more. Garden Gallery Info and menus

Shades of Green also offers Room Service.

Disney Dining Plan and  Shades Discount Packages

Note: Both the Disney Dining Plan and Shades of Green’s discounts have been suspended until further notice.

Shades of Green is not a Disney-owned resort (it is owned by the DoD) and so does not participate in the Disney Dining Plan (DDP). Those who desire to participate in the paid (or sometimes free) DDP will need to stay at a Disney resort.

Good Food at a Good Price

All in all, Shades of Green offers good food at a reasonable price. You most likely won’t be wowed, but you won’t be disappointed. And you can’t beat the price!

The buffets are plentiful and when you combine the sometimes free breakfast buffet with a room package, you can’t beat it!

What Military Families Think

Check out our Shades of Green Reviews by other military families. There’s a section on dining!

Have you eaten at Shades of Green? Share your thoughts in the comments section below or take our Shades of Green Dining Survey!

* Please see this page for eligibility to enter Shades of Green property. Shades is a 100% ID check facility.

What’s New or Easy to Miss (2025)

• Who can dine: Both registered Shades of Green guests and eligible visitors (e.g., to buy tickets or shop AAFES) may dine at any restaurant. Note: Shades is a 100% ID-check facility.
• Service mix: Quick service (Express Café, Java Café, Chip n’ Dale’s Deli), full service (Mangino’s Steakhouse), a breakfast buffet (Garden Gallery), plus room service and Garden Gallery dinner take-out.
• Breakfast tip: Kids 4 and under eat free at Garden Gallery’s breakfast buffet. Lines can be long—arrive early.
• Location perks: Express Café is by the bus loading area for grab-and-go; Java Café (lobby) serves Starbucks, pastries, ice cream, and adult beverages.
• Poolside bite: Chip n’ Dale’s Deli near the Magnolia Pool offers hot dogs, burgers, and more; beer & wine available.
• Sports & arcade: Evergreens Sports Bar & Grill (by Mill Pond Pool) has wings, pizza, burgers, and an attached arcade.

Shades of Green Dining — Frequently Asked Questions

Who can eat at Shades of Green restaurants?

Eligible military community members may dine whether you’re a registered guest or visiting to shop AAFES or buy tickets. Bring valid ID—the property is 100% ID check.

What quick-service options are available?

• Express Café (by the buses): breakfast sandwiches, pastries, snacks, coffee/tea; sandwiches at lunch.
• Java Café (lobby): Starbucks coffee, pastries, ice cream cones & sundaes, plus beer, wine, and spirits.
• Chip n’ Dale’s Deli (near Magnolia Pool): hot dogs, Italian sausage, burgers, sandwiches, snacks, and drinks; beer & wine available.

What full-service or buffet options are there?

• Mangino’s Steakhouse: steaks, seafood, chicken, nightly specials, and a large wine list (closed for lunch).
• Garden Gallery: daily breakfast buffet (expect morning lines). Kids 4 and under eat free. À la carte menu available.

Is there a sports bar?

Yes—Evergreens Sports Bar & Grill by the Mill Pond Pool serves sandwiches, wraps, burgers, salads, pizza, wings, and nachos. An arcade is attached.

Does Shades of Green offer room service or take-out?

Yes. Room Service is available. Garden Gallery dinner take-out features international fare (pizza, fried rice, pasta, steaks, burgers, schnitzel, and more).

Is the Disney Dining Plan accepted?

No. Shades of Green is not Disney-owned and does not participate in the Disney Dining Plan. (Both the DDP and Shades of Green discount packages are suspended until further notice.)

Are the restaurants open for lunch?

Quick service is open throughout the day. Mangino’s and the Garden Gallery buffet are closed at lunch.

Do I need a reservation for Mangino’s?

Reservations are not specifically listed by Shades of Green; availability varies. For peak dining times, arrive early or call the resort for current guidance.

Is there alcohol on property?

Yes. Java Café serves beer, wine, and spirits; Chip n’ Dale’s Deli offers beer & wine; Mangino’s has a large wine list; Evergreens serves alcohol.

Military Tip: Grab breakfast at Express Café next to the bus stop to maximize park time—and save Garden Gallery for a slower morning.

How-To: Pick the Right Shades of Green Dining Option (Fast)

1. Decide your pace. Headed to the parks? Choose Express Café or Java Café. Lounging by the pool? Chip n’ Dale’s or Evergreens.
2. Plan breakfast wisely. For variety and value, do Garden Gallery—but arrive early. Kids 4 and under eat free.
3. Date night or celebration? Choose Mangino’s Steakhouse for table service and an extensive wine list.
4. Keep the kids happy. Pair Evergreens with time in the arcade next door.
5. Need a quiet evening? Order Garden Gallery dinner take-out or Room Service and relax on your balcony or patio.
6. Not staying at Shades? You can still dine if you’re eligible—bring ID for the 100% ID check at the gate.

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