New Restaurants and Shops Coming to the Downtown Disney District

The Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort is undergoing a massive refurbishment! Today, we learned about a few additional restaurants and shops that will be joining the ranks of this popular shopping and dining district.

Avengers Reserve

Coming this winter there will be an all-new shopping destination called Avengers Reserve. This space will feature some of your favorite super heroes through collectibles, apparel, accessories, toys and comics.

D-Lander Shop

Also coming this winter, the D-Lander Shop will be a fresh Southern California boutique celebrating trend-forward fashions for Disneyland fans. This space will offer stylish apparel, accessories and jewelry. 

Disney Wonderful World of Sweets

Marceline’s Confectionery is being reimagined and expanded into Disney Wonderful World of Sweets. This will be the place to get churro toffee, caramel apples, sour balls, lollipops, packaged confections and freshly made Werther’s Original Caramel popcorn! (I’m sorry….what? Yesssss!!!) You’ll be able to watch these treats being made from an exhibition kitchen viewable from the promenade. This shop will also open this winter.

Kawaii Slime Cart

Get ready to pick up some slime! That’s because the Kawaii Slime is coming to a cart this fall in Downtown Disney District. “Kawaii” means cute in Japanese! This mom-owned business brings an imaginative array of slime concoctions and toys in a multitude of different textures, colors, scents and glittery mix-ins.

Steakhouse and BBQ Restaurants from Michelin-Starred Chef Joe Isidori

Two new restaurant concepts were shared previously for the Downtown Disney District. One is a steakhouse and the other is a barbecue eatery. These will be from Michelin-starred Chef Joe Isidori. 

The full-service steakhouse will have a sophisticated ambiance with a menu highlighting prime cuts of beef, chops, fresh seafood, sandwiches and chopped salads. Bourbon connoisseurs and mixology enthusiasts will be able to enjoy an inventive selection of expertly crafted cocktails. 

The barbecue spot will be a quick-service spot and will offer traditional BBQ dishes such as pulled pork, beef brisket and smoked wings. These dishes will incorporate unique spices and house-made sauces. An outdoor bar will feature a wide selection of craft beers and a medley of moonshine cocktails.  

These two eateries will be located on the footprint of the former Tortilla Jo’s.

Earl of Sandwich Announces New Restaurant Concept – The Carnaby Tavern

An all-new Earl of Sandwich is being developed in Downtown Disney District. In addition to Earl of Sandwich being planned for the ground level, the second floor will be home to an all-new table service concept, The Carnaby Tavern. 

The Carnaby Tavern is being designed as an homage to the swinging ‘60s “British Invasion” pop and rock bands from the U.K. The restaurant will feature a patio with an indoor/outdoor full-service bar.

More details about all of these additions will be shared on A Disney World After All when released.

Final Thoughts

You know, it’s been a couple of years since I’ve been to the Downtown Disney District, but I can say, the area, which was starting to get love back then, definitely still needed some additional love and I’m glad to see that these changes are happening. I think they all sound like winning ideas for the area and think they will certainly enhance the Disneyland Resort.

But now, I want to know your thoughts. Where you you looking forward to visiting at the Downtown Disney District first? You can share with me in the comments or on social! Find me on Facebook, X, YouTube, Instagram, Threads, and TikTok.

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