Plaza de la Familia returns to Disney California Adventure on August 23rd. During its run, which ends on November 2, 2024, Plaza de la Familia will be a celebration inspired by the traditions of Día de los Muertos that is perfect to be experienced with family. This will be done with festive décor, music, and some delicious food! This includes some offerings that are inspired by the Pixar Animation Studios film, Coco.
The main place to visit for the foods of Plaza de la Familia will be Paradise Garden Grill. It is right in the center of Plaza de la Familia and will be drawing inspiration from Coco and the cultures that celebrate Día de los Muertos. The result of this is a delicious destination that is surrounded by other activities. There are plenty of things to do in the area. There is the option to design your own paper alebrije, or spirit guide, mask of Pepita or Dante, the loyal companions of Miguel’s family. Guests can also meet Miguel himself. Guests can also leave a message to a loved one on the Memory Wall at the “Mexican Árbol de la Vida,” or Tree of Life.
Below is a look at the food offerings that will be available for Plaza de la Familia. Most of the offerings are at Paradise Garden Grill, but there is also a dish to be enjoyed at Boardwalk Pizza and Pasta.
Paradise Garden Grill (Available through Nov. 14; mobile order available)
- Carnitas Wet Burrito: House-made pork carnitas, Spanish rice, refried beans, cilantro, onions, salsa verde, and salsa roja served with house-made tortilla chips
- Al Pastor Tacos: Pineapple-achiote-marinated pork with avocado spread and tomatillo salsa, served with Spanish rice and refried beans topped with queso fresco
- Huarache with soy chorizo beans and seasoned steak tips topped with lettuce, cheese, avocado crema, and tomatillo salsa and served with Spanish rice and refried beans topped with nopales pico de gallo (Plant-based)
- Street-style Watermelon with lime juice, chile-lime seasoning and chamoy (Plant-based)
- Chile Verde Chicken Flautas topped with avocado spread, shredded lettuce, crema, queso fresco, tomatillo salsa, and pickled onions served with Spanish rice and refried beans topped with nopales pico de gallo
- Street-style Taco: Pineapple-Achiote-marinated pork in a corn tortilla served with Spanish rice and refried beans topped with queso fresco (Kids Meal Offering)
- Vanilla Layer Cake: Layers of vanilla cake filled with a cinnamon mousse and sweet cream cheese frosting
Boardwalk Pizza and Pasta (Available through Nov. 14)
- Horchata Cheesecake: Horchata-flavored cheesecake finished with orange, white chocolate curls
