Cosmic Ray's Starlight Cafe


Description from PassPorter's Walt Disney World Guidebook:

Ray runs the biggest cafeteria at the Magic Kingdom. There’s an excellent choice of chicken ($9.99–$14.49), sandwiches ($9.99–$11.99), burgers ($12.99–$14.99), and salads ($11.79), but not all food items are available from all stations. Kids can get peanut butter and jelly, turkey sandwich, mac & cheese, and chicken nuggets ($5.99–$6.49 each). Toppings bar available. Kosher meals available upon request. This eatery expanded the outdoor covered seating area in summer 2017. Mobile ordering is now available at this eatery.

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Lunch Average: $$18
Dinner Average: $$18
Snack Average: $9

Hours: 10:00 am - closing

Seating: Indoor and outdoor

PassPorter's Ratings for Cosmic Ray's Starlight Cafe
Author Jennifer Marx's Rating:
6/10
Author Dave Marx's Rating:
6/10

Readers Rating: (rated by 129 PassPorter readers)
6.9/10

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What PassPorter Readers Think of Cosmic Ray's Starlight Cafe (58 comments):

good for a nice mid day break
fobo45 gave this a rating of 7 on 09/16/2016 at 1:51:55 pm EDT

The entertainment is hysterical, the food is good and there are lots of choices for anyone in your family. It's a must every time my husband and I visit WDW.
zannalee gave this a rating of 10 on 07/22/2016 at 3:27:23 pm EDT

The entertainment is hysterical, the food is good and there are lots of choices for anyone in your family. It's a must every time my husband and I visit WDW.
zannalee gave this a rating of 10 on 07/22/2016 at 3:27:05 pm EDT

Great variety and value! A little confusing at first, trying to figure out which line to go in. Would most likely go back, especially if already in the area for lunch.
momtotaryn gave this a rating of 8 on 07/16/2016 at 3:25:53 pm EDT

Good food selection but condiment area was messy
Gingerk gave this a rating of 7 on 06/30/2016 at 2:06:14 pm EDT

Really middle of the road. ended up here because we were not able to get reservations anywhere. The food and atmosphere were serviceable, but it would not be my first choice to return to.
Espeon200 gave this a rating of 5 on 06/30/2016 at 1:36:04 pm EDT

When you are getting lunch for your family with small kids, this place can be challenging. There are separate lines/checkout for ordering from the different menus. Big portions here but at peak times it may be difficult to find seating.
Team Disney gave this a rating of 6 on 06/30/2016 at 11:11:06 am EDT

When you are getting lunch for your family with small kids, this place can be challenging. There are separate lines/checkout for ordering from the different menus. Big portions here but at peak times it may be difficult to find seating.
Team Disney gave this a rating of 6 on 06/30/2016 at 11:11:00 am EDT

Meals are big enough to share!
jmtnapier gave this a rating of 10 on 06/30/2016 at 10:56:05 am EDT

Love there are lots of choices besides the burger and fries. The lines are crazy and finding a place to sit can be difficult.
lynch610 gave this a rating of 8 on 06/29/2016 at 9:33:14 pm EDT

One of my favorite QS eateries ! I love the chicken, mashed potatoes and the green beans!
Patty Jo gave this a rating of 8 on 06/28/2016 at 8:08:32 am EDT

This is our go-to place for best value and best variety for counter service in the Magic Kingdom. Given the generous portions of ribs and chicken...you can consider sharing with another person.
RandyF1979 gave this a rating of 7 on 06/25/2016 at 9:31:29 pm EDT

A really solid choice for quick service. Something for everyone.
Disneygirl288 gave this a rating of 7 on 06/25/2016 at 8:57:34 pm EDT

Something for everyone...a good place to refuel & relax.
gardengalWDW gave this a rating of 7 on 06/24/2016 at 1:30:08 am EDT

This eatery is a good place to watch fireworks.
StinkinDisneyFreakFan#221 gave this a rating of 9 on 06/23/2016 at 10:18:48 pm EDT

I never miss this place for lunch. A lot of choices if you have a larger party. The a.c. is a blessing on a hot day. Plus...Sonny Eclipse!
Marie the Cat gave this a rating of 8 on 06/23/2016 at 3:15:57 pm EDT

We eat here every trip. We love this place.
todncopper gave this a rating of 8 on 06/22/2016 at 4:32:21 pm EDT

My husband and son love the burgers here and the Greek salad is very good. Love sitting by the windows overlooking Cinderella Castle.
Dopey Girl gave this a rating of 7 on 06/20/2016 at 7:07:53 pm EDT

Great place to eat lunch and be entertained . The lines get pretty long so get there early or be prepared to wait.
scott disney dad gave this a rating of 7 on 06/20/2016 at 3:11:47 pm EDT

Great place for a large counter service meal! Simple food that tastes good!
Maryann Justinger gave this a rating of 8 on 06/20/2016 at 10:48:01 am EDT

Good food and good price,
drtiger gave this a rating of 7 on 06/19/2016 at 8:56:25 pm EDT

Great choices and the value is great! Wonderful for picky eaters. The stations do make it challenging if you're by yourself with kids and you want things from multiple stations.
reen716 gave this a rating of 8 on 06/19/2016 at 4:32:45 pm EDT

Great choices and the value is great! Wonderful for picky eaters. The stations do make it challenging if you're by yourself with kids and you want things from multiple stations.
reen716 gave this a rating of 8 on 06/19/2016 at 4:27:09 pm EDT

A classic Disney eatery. We appreciate the selections, but can be difficult if you are there with kids alone.
MissyMouse70 gave this a rating of 6 on 06/18/2016 at 9:16:13 pm EDT

Only if there are no other options. It lacks charm, the food is mediocre.
KateLovesDisney gave this a rating of 2 on 06/17/2016 at 6:44:24 pm EDT

Lots of choices here but noisy and crowded
angelann gave this a rating of 6 on 06/17/2016 at 3:16:35 pm EDT

The meals are quite large, and every time I've eaten there it's been good quality and filling. And a good use of a QS credit.
chelynnah gave this a rating of 7 on 06/17/2016 at 1:27:15 pm EDT

This is a great place for families with kiddos that all want something different for dinner. Multiple kiosks offering the usual quick serve foods.
Missi gave this a rating of 8 on 06/17/2016 at 1:02:20 pm EDT

Pretty standard quick service, and you get what you pay for. It's not terribly expensive, it's fast, and it's decent food too. There's a lot of choices in one place, even for the pickiest of eaters. The show going on stage is fun for kids and adults alike, and makes this place more fun than other quick service places.
Tinkertini gave this a rating of 8 on 06/17/2016 at 12:33:41 pm EDT

We've been here a few times. It's convenient and cool with lots of indoor seating. It can be very noisy and it is kind of cheesy, but it's one of the few larger quick serve options in the Magic Kingdom.
rjust44 gave this a rating of 7 on 06/17/2016 at 11:44:47 am EDT

not too much atmosphere, but good food and large servings. We usually share a meal.
cherylf gave this a rating of 8 on 06/17/2016 at 10:16:48 am EDT

Great value! Liked it better than the Crystal Palace
uvanoscanes gave this a rating of 8 on 06/17/2016 at 10:09:08 am EDT

Great value! Liked it better than the Crystal Palace
uvanoscanes gave this a rating of 8 on 06/17/2016 at 10:09:05 am EDT

The place is outdated and tacky by MK standards but 1/2 chicken, green beans and mashed taters deal is best in MK. Good quality and nothing fried...
Cannibalking525 gave this a rating of 7 on 06/17/2016 at 9:34:08 am EDT

There are many options to choose your meal from here which can be an issue if everyone wants something different. It's always crowded and loud. The food is not great but they do give you a lot and you can even split some meals if you're not a big eater. The highlights are the air conditioning and Sonny.
Grooviamommy gave this a rating of 5 on 06/17/2016 at 1:31:07 am EDT

Lots of food choices and entertainment while you eat.
rsquirrel gave this a rating of 7 on 06/16/2016 at 11:49:13 pm EDT

Food is delicious. Lots of options. The portion sizes are huge. The Toppings Bar is a favorite.
bareed gave this a rating of 7 on 06/16/2016 at 10:53:51 pm EDT

The various bays makes the the best and the worst place to go if you have picky eaters. The best because there is a wide variety - the worst because that means you will usually have to wait in more than one line for food.

aat912 gave this a rating of 8 on 06/14/2016 at 4:04:41 pm EDT

My kids love Sonny (audio-animatronic alien lounge singer)!!! This is like an attraction to them. We have to go every trip. Standard theme park food but Sonny makes it really fun.
EvaKi gave this a rating of 7 on 06/14/2016 at 12:29:04 pm EDT

very crowded
ashlvsq2004 gave this a rating of 6 on 06/14/2016 at 12:24:10 pm EDT

We got the half chicken and mashed potatoes. Great value for a QS meal! Sonny is awesome!
MPoppins77 gave this a rating of 8 on 06/13/2016 at 7:38:26 pm EDT

Lots of choices and great fixings bar
wdwfun4 gave this a rating of 8 on 06/13/2016 at 4:37:02 pm EDT

This is my go-to QS restaurant. Lots of variety.
MayraLR gave this a rating of 8 on 06/13/2016 at 2:39:38 pm EDT

Ray's would be a favorite in your hometown, but falls to an "off" option in MK. Off hours, down by the animatronic is great.
Moghedan gave this a rating of 5 on 06/13/2016 at 8:54:45 am EDT

Sitting and watching the entertainer while we ate was a fun experience. I had been walking past this place ever trip and never gone in. I missed out! Better choices than many other quick service spots in the park too.
phytage gave this a rating of 6 on 06/11/2016 at 5:49:27 pm EDT

The half chicken plate can fill up 2 adults, especially if you just add one side. This is also the place my family always takes time in the early afternoon to sit for an extra hour when it's too hot outside to play card games. We make sure there are plenty of empty tables before we do this, but in the early afternoon, there have always been empty tables for us. We sit at the very back. Lots of great family memories playing cards here!!
Brbird gave this a rating of 9 on 06/10/2016 at 5:12:18 pm EDT

A Must-Do for our family. Food is delicious. Lots of options (including gluten-free and kosher). The portion sizes are huge. The Toppings Bar is a favorite (with warm seasoned mushrooms and yummy cheese sauce). You cannot leave hungry. Sonny Eclipse and his show is much beloved, so it can be packed and therefore a bit noisy and hard to find a table. But in my opinion, well worth it. The Barbecued Pork Sandwich is amazing and about the only string beans in WDW that I always eat. My husband gets either the Ribs Combo or just the Rotisserie Chicken. Always delicious food, air conditioned seating, and a great location. It can be tricky to order with a large group, since they have several stations at which to order, and not all stations have all options available. As you walk in there are cast members with a one-sheet menu that explains which stations have which food options and the stations are well labeled. Enjoy, and tell our friend Sonny Hello!
Lunae gave this a rating of 9 on 06/10/2016 at 4:23:25 pm EDT

too noisy and crowded
jesllsej gave this a rating of 4 on 06/10/2016 at 3:55:40 pm EDT

It's cheesy. It's fast food, but for some reason, we like eating here. It's super quick and is a nice stop when all we want to do is go to attractions.
Meggera gave this a rating of 6 on 06/10/2016 at 3:33:01 pm EDT

A good place for the picky eater. The fixins bar is excellent! Portions are large, we usually share the chicken dinner. ?A good spot for a quick bite to eat.
FARMERGIRL gave this a rating of 7 on 06/10/2016 at 3:23:36 pm EDT

We eat here frequently but more because of the location and air conditioning than we actually like it. The food is decent but it is always crowded and can be difficult to find a place to sit. There are different lines depending on what you want to order (cheeseburger is one line, chicken tenders are a different line, etc) which was a problem when it was just me and two little kids who never ordered from the same line. Standing in two long lines while wrangling them was stressful!
nikiry gave this a rating of 7 on 06/10/2016 at 12:29:04 pm EDT

This is one of our favorite lunch places.. the portions are big enough to share especially if you are having a sit down dinner that night. We love the chicken and ribs
dmsprung gave this a rating of 8 on 06/10/2016 at 12:21:53 pm EDT

I fund this to be average amusement park food.
txtink gave this a rating of 5 on 06/10/2016 at 12:12:18 pm EDT

Prepare for a long line. They do have platters big enough to share and are a great value for that reason. Seating is tough to find. Perhaps plan for a little before or a little after the regular lunch and dinner hours.
lindygirl gave this a rating of 7 on 06/10/2016 at 11:32:54 am EDT

Good food love Sonny
cutiepie gave this a rating of 7 on 06/10/2016 at 11:05:19 am EDT

Meh. It was jam packed when I was there, The order takers looked annoyed, and as if they would like ot be anywhere but there. the food was OK. Not sure I'd go back.
comfort80 gave this a rating of 5 on 06/10/2016 at 10:50:37 am EDT

I do enjoy their half chicken meal. The burgers are often greasy though.
ShellingConnie gave this a rating of 7 on 06/10/2016 at 10:35:15 am EDT

There is a lot of seating here. We have eaten outside with great views of the castle. Lines can be long.
dodgersle gave this a rating of 8 on 06/10/2016 at 10:22:53 am EDT



Type: Counter
Cuisine: American
Noise Factor: Noisy

Dress Code: Theme park casual

Annual Pass Discount: No
DVC Member Discount: No
Disney Visa Discount: No
Tables in Wonderland Discount: No



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