Fun Facts
Jiko - The Cooking Place is a 4 Diamond Restaurant per AAA's rating.
Jiko – The Cooking Place fuses the bold flavors of traditional African, Indian and Mediterranean cuisine at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge .
Twin wood-burning ovens roar and the soothing, warm colors of an African sunset bring energy to this remarkable restaurant. The menu includes vegan, vegetarian and meat-based dishes that change seasonally, such as berbere Grilled lamb, Durban shrimp curry and chermoula roasted chicken, along with conventional favorites. Imaginative appetizers include curried potato and corn samosas, and brick oven-fired flatbreads.
The wine list features one of the largest selections of South African vintages in North America, and promises Guests 21 years of age or older a bouquet to please varied palates. This list has won multiple awards, including the Orlando Sentinel Foodie Best Wine List Award and the Wine Spectator Excellence Award for Most Outstanding Wine List.
Watch the chefs prepare each meal in The Cooking Place, a show kitchen with a rich atmosphere befitting the beauty of this unique restaurant.
Wanyama Safari Resort Tour
For a truly unforgettable experience, while staying at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge or Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas, make reservations for the Wanyama Safari . Enjoy up-close encounters with the Resort's wildlife, followed by a savory South African feast at Jiko – The Cooking Place.
Guest Policies
- A cancellation policy applies and may result in charges if you cancel with insufficient notice. Specific policies related to this facility will be detailed at time of reservation booking.
- Specialty celebration cakes are available for an additional charge and should be ordered 48 hours in advance by calling (407) 827-2253.
- This location can accommodate most special dietary needs. Advance notice may be required and cancellation fees may apply. Please indicate any special dietary need at time of reservation booking. Learn more about how we can help accommodate special dietary needs.
- Dress Code Guidelines:
Men: Khakis, slacks, jeans, dress shorts, collared shirts. Sport coats are optional.
Ladies: Capris, skirts, dresses, jeans, dress shorts.Not permitted in dining room: Tank tops, swimwear, hats for gentleman, cut offs, or torn clothing. While T-shirts are now allowed, the policy remains that T-shirts with offensive language or graphics are not acceptable.
- This experience takes place in a non-smoking environment.
- To make reservations, book online or call (407) WDW-DINE or (407) 939-3463 up to 180 days prior to your visit.
Quick Tips
- The Walt Disney World Food and Beverage Team is committed to offering a wide range of choices to accommodate Guests with food allergies or intolerances. Your desired dining requests will be addressed, but please note in many cases, advance notice is required—usually at the time of your reservation, which can be up to 180 days in advance. Please call the Disney's Dining Reservation Center at (407) WDW-DINE or (407) 939-3463 to speak with a Cast Member. Guests under age 18 must have parent or guardian permission to call.
- Plan ahead, as many meal times at popular Walt Disney World restaurants book quickly. Book online or phone (407) WDW-DINE or (407) 939-3463 up to 180 days in advance. Guests under age 18 must have parent or guardian permission to call.
- Purchase the Magic Your Way Package Plus Dining ticket option, which includes the Disney Dining Plan , and receive a 30% savings per person at more than 100 select Walt Disney World restaurants—from snacks and quick meals to Disney Signature restaurants and Character Dining.
- All Walt Disney World restaurants, with the exception of food carts and quick-service dining, have high chairs and booster seats.
- Complimentary transportation, in the form of buses, boats and a monorail, is available as one of the many benefits to Guests staying at a Walt Disney World Resort hotel. Destinations throughout Walt Disney World Resort include Disney Theme Parks, Disney Water Parks and Disney Resort hotels—where you'll find many fine-dining restaurants, Character Dining and dinner shows.