Dad’s jaw-dropping Disney ‘Princess Breakfast’ bill for family of 5 leaves social media users stunned: ‘That’s ridiculous’
$937 Breakfast at Disneyland? Dad’s Receipt Goes Viral
A family’s morning meal at the Disneyland Resort in California has captured the internet’s attention after a father shared a jaw-dropping photo of the $937.65 bill on social media.
The Price of a Princess Breakfast
John “Rock & Roll” Tolkien (@jrockandrollt) took to X (formerly Twitter) on Monday to share his experience at the Disney Princess Breakfast Adventures—a premium character dining experience that features Disney princesses, gourmet dishes, and castle-like ambiance.
The breakfast was for five guests: two children and three adults. While the price already raised eyebrows, the total included a $150 tip, just over 20% of the original cost.
“Princess Breakfast at Disneyland with my kids.
Almost spit out my coffee,” Tolkien wrote.
Internet Reacts: Shock, Jokes, and Travel Alternatives
The post quickly went viral, racking up over 16.5 million views and thousands of comments in just a few days.
Among the reactions:
- “Please tell me you have 35 kids,” one user joked.
- “That’s ridiculous. So torn about going to Disney—could literally go to Italy for a month for the same amount,” another wrote.
Many users debated whether the cost was worth it, while others shared similar stories of Disney sticker shock.
A Luxury Experience with a Hefty Price Tag
The Disney Princess Breakfast Adventures is known for being one of Disneyland’s most expensive dining experiences, often costing around $125–$135 per person, excluding taxes and gratuity. It includes character interactions, photo opportunities, and a three-course meal—but it’s clearly not for the faint of wallet.
While some defended the experience as a magical moment worth the splurge, others saw it as a symbol of Disney’s increasingly premium pricing.
Is the Magic Worth the Money?
As Disney prices continue to climb, this viral receipt has reignited conversations about the cost of family fun in the most magical place on Earth. For some, it’s a once-in-a-lifetime memory. For others, it’s an example of vacation inflation gone too far.
So… would you drop nearly $1,000 on breakfast with princesses? Or book that flight to Italy instead?
“Princess Breakfast” at Disneyland with my kids. Almost spit out my coffee pic.twitter.com/05iO8AeCJ2
— John “Rock & Roll” Tolkien (@jrockandrollt) June 16, 2025
Disney Princess Breakfast Adventures, located in Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel and Spa, offers a three-course breakfast priced at $142 for both adults and children.
Guests can also interact with Disney Princesses and participate in “one-of-a-kind Princess-themed activities,” as noted on the Disneyland website.
The meal begins with three-tier towers of appetizers like lobster rolls, beignets and cornbread. Main courses for kids include waffles and macaroni and cheese, while adults can choose between a range of items including scrambled eggs, short ribs and deviled eggs.
Guests can also choose between a selection of desserts like cake pops, cream puffs and sorbet, according to the Disneyland website.
While the father said he expected the check would be half of what it was before it arrived at his table, he acknowledged the meal at Disney Princess Breakfast Adventures was good and said it was a fun experience.
“Service was attentive and enthusiastic, princesses were all trained pro-actresses and spent a lot of time with the kids,” he said. “I enjoyed it.”
Disneyland Park in Anaheim, California, is celebrating its 70th anniversary this year.
The company recently shared some details about its economic impact in the US, including that Disney parks coast-to-coast generate nearly $67 billion annually.
