749: Four For Forty For Four: Animal Kingdom

Main Street Magic - A Walt Disney World Podcast

Jeremy Stein

Walt Disney World, Disney Springs, Society & Culture, Animal Kingdom, Walt Disney, Epcot, Citywalk, Wdw, Universal Dining, Disney World, Kids & Family, Universal Studios, Places & Travel, Hollywood Studios, Disney, Universal Orlando, Magic Kingdom, Disney Resorts, Disney Dining, Islands Of Adventure

4.6 • 690 Ratings

🗓️ 25 February 2025

⏱️ 40 minutes

🔗️ Recording | iTunes | RSS

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Summary

We’re back with another installment of our Four for Forty for Four series, and this time, we’re taking on Disney’s Animal Kingdom! If you haven’t listened to our previous episodes covering Magic Kingdom (Ep. 720), EPCOT (Ep. 734), and Hollywood Studios (Ep. 743), be sure to check those out first. In this episode, we break down the best budget-friendly meals for a family of four under $40 at Animal Kingdom, exploring some of the park’s top quick-service spots. From Pizzafari’s shareable pizzas to Harambe Market’s flavorful rice bowls, Flame Tree Barbecue’s smoky platters, and Satu’li Canteen’s customizable bowls, we highlight how you can save money without sacrificing flavor. Plus, we even throw in a bonus table-service challenge at Yak & Yeti, taking things up a notch with a “Four for Eighty” option! But that’s not all—we also dive into some fun dining and Animal Kingdom trivia along the way! Did you know Tiffins features real travel artifacts collected by Imagineers? Or that you won’t find giant turkey legs anywhere in Animal Kingdom? We share these and other hidden details that make Animal Kingdom’s food scene just as immersive as its attractions. Whether you’re planning a budget-conscious trip or just love talking Disney food, this episode is packed with tips, tricks, and plenty of delicious recommendations to make the most of your next visit to Animal Kingdom.

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0:00.0	On this episode, we continue our four meals for four people for $40 series and are focusing on Animal Kingdom.
0:06.3	Today's February 25, 2025, and this is episode 749 of the Main Street Magic podcast.
0:13.0	Jeremy and Rhonda are more than a little fond of Disney World, so they made this podcast to share it all with you.
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