Welcome to planDisney, Mary! Thanks so much for coming to us with your question today.
Let's clear it up right away: the
Eat to the Beat Dining Package can definitely be booked using the
Disney Dining Plan, and I'm so glad you're considering it because it's a fantastic way to enjoy a delicious meal and secure guaranteed seating for one of EPCOT's awesome concerts during the
Food & Wine Festival.
Even though some of the booking pages for individual restaurants might show "Dining Plan Not Accepted," don't worry! That's just a quirk of how the online reservation system distinguishes between the Disney Dining Plan and the Quick-Service Dining Plan. If you look at the Eat to the Beat Dining Package page, it clearly states that the Disney Dining Plan is accepted at a list of over 15 restaurants! Just be sure you're booking the Dining Package specifically, not just a regular dining reservation, and you're good to go.
Here's the breakdown of what you can expect: All Table-Service restaurants on the list accept one Table-Service meal per person, except for
Le Cellier, which uses two Table-Service meals since it's a Signature Dining location. If you're looking for a quicker or more flexible option,
Regal Eagle Smokehouse is also available as a same-day dining package location, and it only requires one Quick-Service meal, which is a great deal!
Just be sure to mention when you check in that you're using the dining plan. Cast Members will walk you through how the credit is applied, and your concert pass will be included with your meal.
I hope this answers your question, Mary, and please let us know if there's anything else we can do to help you plan your magical vacation!
Jessica