5. Jiko—The Cooking Place (Animal Kingdom Lodge)
At Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge you’re in for real epicurean excitement when you make the decision to dine at Jiko. Named for the word meaning “cooking place,” in Swahili, Jiko is the place to come to experience traditional South African cuisine and a fusion of Mediterranean, Indian, and other continental African flavors. From seafood, chicken, steak, and many vegan/vegetarian menu items to choose from, your culinary quest is only enhanced further by the unique décor and design of the restaurant and the chance to watch the entertainment in meal preparations through the open show kitchen. And wine drinkers take delight in the profuse offerings of some of South Africa’s finest imports. From wood-burning ovens, unique culinary masterpieces, and delicious drinks, what more could you ask for? How about the chance to experience personal animal encounters with an exclusive onsite safari? You can have this dining package experience, which allows you to take your taste buds on a culinary tour and the rest of your party on a private safari tour. This experience is now available to all Disney World resort guests and makes your dinner experience at Jiko even more unique.
