Space 220 is arguably the hardest restaurant to get a dining reservation for in all of Walt Disney World. From the elaborate theming to the unique food and drink offerings, it is no wonder this restaurant rarely has any availability.
Located in World Discovery as part of the Mission Space Pavilion, Space 220 offers guests an “out of this world” experience. We were recently able to snag a lunch reservation and try Space 220 for the first time. I was interested to see if it was really worth the hype…and the high price tag. So was it?
Everything you Need to Know about Disney’s Space 220 Restaurant
Why is Space 22o so Popular?
Space 220 offers a very immersive dining experience. You get to dine in space, 220 miles above Earth by taking a space elevator up to the restaurant. It makes you feel like you really are traveling to space as you look down at Epcot shrinking below you (don’t worry, there is no motion sickness). Once you arrive to the restaurant, you have an amazing view of space that features Earth, astronauts, and space stations.
The food is also quite fun. There are space themed food and drinks that are both visually appealing and uniquely flavorful. There is both a restaurant and a lounge offering with different menus.
How Much Does it Cost to Dine at Space 220?
Space 220 offers a “prix-fixe” or pre-fixed menu for both lunch and dinner. If you are dining for lunch, the price includes one “lift-off” (appetizer) and one “star course” (entree) per person. The dinner also includes a dessert. You can also order a la carte for specialty drinks, sides, and desserts for lunch.
Here are the prices:
Lunch
- Adult: $55.00
- Child (Ages 3-9): $29.00
Dinner
- Adult: $79.00
- Child (Ages 3-9): $35.00
Is the Food Any Good?
The food style at Space 220 is Modern American, but with a futuristic twist. Some of the feature menu items are the Blue Moon Cauliflower, Galactic Miso Salmon, and the Blue Planet. There is also a specialty cocktail menu. Please note that the lunch and dinner menu are different. Some items are featured for both meals, but the dinner menu has a few more options.
Food Review:
“Atmospheric Spirits”: We tried the “M4RG4RITA” for $18.00 and the “Galaxy Spritz” for $17.00. The Margarita had a watermelon flavor to it with a Lime foam on top. It had an interesting smell to it and a lingering aftertaste. It looked pretty, but honestly not a great Margarita. The Galaxy Spritz, however, was delicious. The citrus and Prosecco paired very nicely with the lychee liqueur.
“Lift-Offs”: We tried the Neptuna Tartare and the Starry Calamari. The tuna was overall very good, but did have a strong edemame flavor, so keep that in mind. The calamari was absolutely delicious. It came with a spicy marinara and a roasted pepper citrus aioli and these went together very nicely.
“Star Course”: We tried the Miso Galactic Salmon and the Slow Roasted Crystal Valley Chicken. I highly recommend both of these dishes. The salmon was on top of a smooth cauliflower mash that added a nice flavor and texture to the dish. The chicken was extremely flavorful and was a very well-rounded dish.
“Satellite Sides”: We tried the roasted fingerling potatoes for $9.00. They were large potato wedges covered in parmesan cheese. They were quite good and the portion size was perfect for two people as a side. I recommend trying these if you go.
“Super Nova Sweets”: We tried the Blue Planet for $14.00. This was a light chocolate cheesecake with cookie crumbs and vanilla truffles. The price tag was a bit steep, but I would highly recommend this for your dessert if you are dining for dinner. It was very flavorful.
Overall, our meal was delicious, the serving sizes were good, and the food fit the theme of the restaurant quite well. The price tag was a bit high, but for the experience and the fact that is a Disney Restaurant, I can accept the sticker shock.
Space 220 Lounge
If you want to dine at Space 220, but don’t want the pre-fixed menu, then there is also a lounge option available. You are seated by or at the bar where you still have beautiful views of space. Enjoy cocktails or a la carte foods. Some food options are the same as the restaurant, but many are different. Reservations are encouraged, but you can try to join the walk-up list.
How to Get a Reservation
When your window for making dining reservations opens up, prioritize Space 220. It books up FAST. Now, if you don’t get your reservation, that doesn’t always mean you won’t get to eat there. You can join the walk-up wait list for the lounge or keep a look out on the My Disney Experience App for a dropped reservation. Guests will often drop dining reservations for the next day at the end of the night. You may just be able to grab a reservation!
Things to Consider
- Disney Dining Plans are not accepted
- It is located in Epcot, so every person in your party must have a valid theme park ticket
- The menu does have some differences for lunch, dinner, and the Lounge.
- It is difficult to get a reservation
- It takes a lot of time for your meal, especially dinner, since it is multiple courses.
- Not every seat is created equal. You will be able to see space no matter when you are, but you may not be able to see Earth.
Is it Worth it?
Overall, I would say that it is worth it to dine at Space 220 if you remember that it is a Disney restaurant. The price is high, but the food is good and it is a fun and immersive experience. Most, if not all, Disney table service restaurants are expensive. Space 220 is extra immersive and one of a kind. I think the price is worth it to try once.
