🍜 Yak & Yeti Restaurant – Pan-Asian Dining at Animal Kingdom
Overview
Yak & Yeti is one of the standout dining experiences at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Nestled in the Asia section at the base of Expedition Everest, this Nepalese-style restaurant is known for its rich theming, eclectic décor, and flavorful pan-Asian dishes. Between the food, drinks, and atmosphere, it’s a must-try spot for many guests.
✨ Why We Love It
- A truly immersive dining environment filled with Southeast Asian artifacts.
- Wide-ranging menu: from comfort foods like sweet & sour chicken to adventurous dishes like ahi tuna nachos.
- Great balance of shareable plates, hearty entrées, and lighter options.
- Specialty cocktails, sake, Asian beers, and unique non-alcoholic drinks.
- Family-friendly with plenty of kid-approved choices.
🍽️ Menu Highlights
Yak & Yeti’s menu blends classic comfort dishes with adventurous flavors, so there’s truly something for everyone.
Small Plates & Shareables
Perfect for starters or to share: pork pot stickers, firecracker shrimp, ahi tuna nachos, lettuce cups, and bang bang calamari.
Soups & Salads
Light and refreshing options include wonton soup, chop chop chicken or shrimp salad, and a flavorful seared tuna salad.
Noodles & Bowls
From classic lo mein to creative bowls like the Cantonese Pork Belly Bowl or Dragon Roll Bowl, noodle lovers won’t leave disappointed.
Specialties & Wok Dishes
Fan favorites include miso salmon, chicken tikka masala, coconut shrimp, honey chicken, sweet & sour chicken, and Thai basil chicken.
Grilled & Chef’s Specials
Options range from hibachi steak & shrimp to ribs, teriyaki chicken, and unique rotating “Chef’s Fresh Catch” selections.
Burgers & Plant-Based Options
The Kobe beef burger and Korean kimchi burger stand out, while plant-based guests can enjoy a Beyond Burger or roasted vegetable bowl.
Sides & Desserts
House fried rice, bok choy, garlic noodles, and other flavorful sides complement the mains. For dessert, don’t miss the famous mango pie, fried wontons with pineapple and ice cream, or chocolate pudding cake.
Kid-Friendly Choices
A robust kids’ menu features stir-fry noodles, chicken tenders, cheeseburgers, mac & cheese, and more, with plenty of side options.
👉 View the full, up-to-date Yak & Yeti menu on Disney’s website »
🍹 Drinks
- Specialty Cocktails: Try the signature Yak Attack, the tropical Big Bamboo, or the refreshing Tibetan Mule.
- Beer & Wine: A mix of Asian and American beers, ciders, and a curated wine list.
- Sake & Sparkling Options: Traditional warm sake, sparkling sake, and flavored varieties.
- Non-Alcoholic Drinks: Unique lemonades, iced teas, frozen blends, and kid-favorite souvenir cups.
🌟 Our Personal Take
On our visit, we tried a mix of Yak & Yeti favorites, and it did not disappoint:
- 🥢 Ahi Tuna Nachos – as good as everyone says, piled high and full of flavor.
- 🍲 Cantonese Pork Belly Bowl* – rich, hearty, and one of the most impressive dishes we’ve had at Animal Kingdom.
- 🥩 Korean Beef – sweet, savory, and a great balance of flavors.
- 🍜 Lo Mein (plain, for Aiden) – simple but perfect for picky eaters or anyone wanting something familiar.
- 🍹 Himalayan Sunset – fruity and refreshing, the kind of drink that hits the spot on a hot Florida day.
Yak & Yeti really delivered for our family — with a menu broad enough that everyone found something to love.
🌟 Did You Know? – Landry’s Select Club at Yak & Yeti
Joining the Landry’s Select Club can give you a big advantage when dining at Yak & Yeti (and a few other Disney spots like Rainforest Café and T-REX Café).
Perks include:
- 🎉 A $25 welcome reward (covers your sign-up cost right away).
- 🍴 Priority seating even without a reservation—most members are seated within 10–20 minutes. (During peak holiday weeks, waits may still occur.)
- 💳 Points back on every dollar—earn $25 in rewards for every $250 you spend.
- 🌍 Works at 600+ Landry’s restaurants nationwide, not just at Disney.
