The weathered plaster exterior of Tusker House Restaurant in Harambe at Disney's Animal Kingdom, with the restaurant name in bold red lettering above a peeling terracotta-and-ochre facade, outdoor tables filled with diners, and the Tusker House Restaurant sign with directional arrows above the open-air entrance.

Character Dining

Tusker House Restaurant

Animal Kingdom · Africa

Photo by Marc Kirschner

Price range

$$

Moderate

Reservations

Book at 60 days

Type

Character Dining

American / African inspired

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Tips and reservation advice for Tusker House Restaurant at Animal Kingdom. Must try: Donald Duck in safari gear.

Must try

Donald Duck in safari gear; the South African bobotie; hummus

Insider Tip

The best-value character meal at Disney World — Donald Duck, Daisy, Mickey, and Goofy in safari outfits. Buffet format with African-inspired dishes alongside American standards. Book 60 days out. Breakfast is the best-value meal here.

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Last updated: July 2026

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