Disneyland and Disney California Adventure may be known for Mickey Mouse, rides, and crowds, but you might have missed out on some of their scrumptious food offerings. When I used to go to Disneyland as a kid, we might have gotten the occasional candy or ice cream. I'm sure we ate at some point, but I can't recall anything.
Now that I'm an adult, the Disney food is a huge selling point for me when I visit. I'm a long-term food writer, and here are some top 2026 food and drink items that you should try. I got my Magic Key pass in 2025, and it has allowed me to visit the park more frequently to try things out. This is convenient since I have two small children, and it's fun to get out of the house in a place that brings such childlike wonder.
Food, however, is enticing and magical for people of all ages, so it doesn't matter whether you're visiting the park for your special family holiday, a work trip, or just a solo night out; there are so many options to pick from. I will highlight some of the best food and drink options I tried at Halloween Time at Disneyland and DCA in 2026.
Market House Churro Hand Tart Pastry
Where to buy it: Market House on Main Street, U.S.A.
Available: August 18 through Jan. 6, 2027
The Churro Hand Tart Pastry is basically like a fancy Pop-Tart filled with spiced cake. It reminds me of coffee cake but with a unique exterior. I absolutely loved this treat. It's extremely crumbly, so make sure to have some extra napkins on hand. This was one of my favorite items; it has familiar flavors that make it so tasty to eat. If you like cinnamon, this might be the best thing to get at Disney's 2026 Halloween Time. This is at Disneyland Resort.
BBQ Pork Muenster Grill Cheese
Where to buy it: Pym Test Kitchen at Avengers Campus
Available: August 18 through November 12, 2026
Price: $16.79, not including taxes
First of all, how cute is this BBQ Pork Muenster Grill Cheese? It has BBQ pork belly and Muenster cheese to start. The sourdough adds a mildly tangy touch, and it also has crispy onion bits on the side of the sandwich. The jalapeño slaw has a creamy, tangy, spicy touch that offers an uplifting note. The potato bites (Experiment No. 1966), aka tater tots, are wonderfully crisp. Don't worry, it tastes good too. This is at Disney California Adventure.
Terran Treats Ube Cheesecake Churro
Where to buy it: Terran Treats on Avengers Campus
Available: August 18 through October 31, 2026
Celebrate Halloween Time at Disney California Adventure with the Ube Cheesecake Churro. The black and purple churro is ultra-festive. The new churro is rolled in chocolate cookie sugar and has ube cheesecake whipped topping and chocolate cookie crumble. The cookies impart a distinct Oreo-like chocolate flavor while the ube cheesecake topping has the faint sweet potato nuttiness of ube. It works well with the chocolate and richness of the whipped topping.
Smokejumpers Grill Villainous Wings
Where to buy it: Smokejumpers Grill at Grizzly Peak
Available: August 18 through November 12, 2026
If you're in the mood for something spicy, trek over to Smokejumpers Grill for the Villainous Wings. This new menu item is drenched in sauce and tastes spicy. It's delicious and wonderfully complex thanks to the sweet and tangy gochujang sauce topped with a creamy ghost pepper ranch and a sprinkle of chives. This is one of the best Disney Halloween Time foods for heat lovers!
Schmoozies! Matcha Mickey-Shaped Waffles
Where to buy them: Schmoozies! at Hollywood Land
Available: August 18 through November 12
Price: $10.99, not including taxes
I saw a TikTok where someone said the waffles were too earthy and grassy, but I loved that aspect. It tones down the sweetness and lets the matcha shine. I want a smidge more banana custard filling, but it's a tasty option in DCA. If you don't want something extremely sweet, this might be one of the best foods to get at DCA's Halloween Time 2026.
Cozy Cone Motel 5 Fantasma Agua Fresca Cocktail
Where to buy it: Cozy Cone Motel 5 – Popcone in Cars Land
Available: August 18 through November 12
This new drink is incredibly refreshing, despite the tequila. This has tequila and the pineapple-cucumber agua fresca. It has diced cucumber and pineapple placed over time, which is basically a salad ... Right?! It gets a chamoy and chile-lime seasoning drizzle, but the chamoy kind of sinks to the bottom, so stir it up to get the spicy burst throughout your drink.
Other interesting options:
The Grand Californian Great Hall Cart has a bunch of Halloween goodies, including new 2026 options like The Mayor Chocolate Cake Pop, Sally Pumpkin Spiced Cupcake, Scary Wreath Macaron, Oogie Boogie Crisped Rice Treat.
Returning Favorites Include
Just as a note, I tried these when I went to Disneyland and DCA for Halloweentime fun in 2025, but they are all returning for 2026. So, I still have relevant insights on their overall flavor and presentation.
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Aunt Cass Café Chicken Pot Pie Soup
Where to buy it: Aunt Cass Café Chicken Pot Pie Soup at San Fransokyo Square
Available: August 18, 2026 through January 6, 2027
Aunt Cass Café always has something tasty, and I always look forward to the seasonal items. This time around, it is Chicken Pot Pie Soup. It's making a comeback from last year. Despite being a bread bowl of soup, the little guy is actually quite filling. There's a lot of bread, which is to be expected from a bread bowl. If you can snag some butter, you can polish off the whole thing, or share it between a couple of people. Obviously it helps perfect food to get on a chilly, rainy day at the parks because it's so comforting. But it's good on a hot day, too. It's chunky, savory, and thoroughly delicious. I'm not sure if it'll get chilly enough where you would specifically need it to warm up, but it's a good option no matter what.
Cappuccino Cart Peanut Butter Mocha Cold Brew
Where to buy it: Cappuccino Cart at San Fransokyo Square
Available: August 18 through November 12, 2026
This popular caffeine beverage is back at Disney California Adventure. It comes with a chocolatey mocha cold brew, peanut butter whip, peanut butter drizzle, and some M&M'S Peanut Butter Chocolate Candies to top it all off. You can find it at the cappuccino cart in San Fransokyo Square, right smack dab in the middle of everything, which makes it a convenient option for a morning or afternoon pick-me-up. You can find many TikToks and videos discussing the cold brew creation.
If you like a thick peanut butter latte-like drink, then this is the way to go. It's smooth, though; almost like you're sipping on thinned-out milky peanut butter. I'd say this is better for those fond of PB, as that is the strongest element. The coffee isn't too strong thanks to the mocha and peanut butter notes. It's non-alcoholic. But there's an alcoholic one with whiskey: the Peanut Butter Whiskey Cold Brew Cocktail.
Harbor Galley Pumpkin Cookies
Where to buy them: Harbor Galley at New Orleans Square
Available: August 18 through November 12
The pumpkin cookies are back, and it's obvious why: people love these cookies! I wrote about them last year if you want to check that out here. They are richly spiced and considerably less sweet than the classic chocolate chip cookies - I also wrote about those tasty morsels, which you can read here. They are available in packs of six or 13 while supplies last. They travel well if you want to take them home with you on a drive or store them for the next day. Just make sure to store them in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Galactic Grill Darth by Chocolate
Where to buy it: Galactic Grill in Tomorrowland
Available: August 18 through November 12
Darth by Chocolate is ideal for chocolate lovers. It has layers of rich chocolate pudding, a bit of red velvet sponge, decadent chocolate mousse, and then it is topped with crushed chocolate crème-filled cookies.
Refreshment Corner Birria Potato
Where to buy it: Refreshment Corner on Main Street, U.S.A.
Available: August 18 through November 12
If you're sick and tired of sweets, this baked spud is surprisingly filling. It has beef birria and pepper jack, salsa verde, and then you also get a side of consommé. Mobile ordering is available, allowing you to plan ahead. It's perfectly salty, and the meat is juicy, particularly when you add on the consommé.
Rancho del Zocalo Restaurante Pozole
Where to buy it: Rancho del Zocalo in Frontierland
Available: August 18, 2026 through January 6, 2027
This hearty pork pozole feels like comfort in a bowl. There are a few onions, cabbage, and sliced radishes served with corn tortilla chips and a lime wedge.
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