The Downtown Disney District atDisneylandhas expanded its offerings with the grand opening of two exciting new locations: the Disney Wonderful World of Sweets and Parkside Market. Both additions bring unique flavors, enchanting designs, and fresh experiences toDisneylandResort guests.
The openings of the two new eateries coincide withDisneyland Resort’s ongoing Lunar New Year celebration, bringing a blend of returning fan favorites and exciting new treats. Guests can once again enjoy popular dishes like Korean-style BBQ Chicken and Dalgona Coffee Bundt Cake, alongside new additions such as Brown Sugar Milk Tea and Snake Sourdough Bread.

The Disney Wonderful World of Sweets opened on January 22and is a paradise for dessert lovers, offering a delightful assortment of Disney-inspired treats. Guests can enjoy fan favorites like caramel apples, churro toffee, sour balls, lollipops, and packaged confections, and even features an exhibition kitchen, where guests can watch the creation of popular treats such as caramel apples and freshly made Werther’s Original Caramel Popcorn. Alongside the Disney Wonderful World of Sweets, the new Parkside Market, which also opened on January 22, brings a curated collection of four diverse culinary concepts under one roof, expanding the district’s offerings on the west end.
Disney Wonderful World of Sweets and Parkside Market Open at Downtown Disney District
In regard to The Disney Wonderful World of Sweets menu, a unique treat character featuring Mickey ears and a smiling face has been introduced, appearing on cake pops and other themed items, which isa perfect treat for families visiting Disneyland. In celebration of the shop’s opening, Disney unveiled a new character, Poppi the Popcorn Bucket, a cheerful popcorn-themed figure with Mickey ears, which is exclusively available at the Disney Wonderful World of Sweets, serving as a charming souvenir and collectible item. The store’s design is just as magical as its menu. The exterior features golden-framed windows, pink-gold gradient columns, Mickey-shaped treat sculptures, and flowing metal ribbons. Inside, vibrant decorations include a blue rug bordered in pink, walls lined with colorful treats, and giant lollipop swirls on the ceiling.
Complementing the Disney Wonderful World of Sweets, the newly opened Parkside Market introduces a curated selection of four distinct culinary concepts under one roof, further enhancing the district’s offerings on the west end. Created by Levy Restaurants, Parkside Market presents a diverse array of flavors:
In addition to these two newly opened stores, Disneyland is preparing to debut two eagerly awaited eateries from Michelin-starred chef Joe Isidori: a steakhouse and a BBQ restaurant. Visitors heading to Downtown Disney to explore the expanded dining and shopping experiences are encouraged to reviewDisneyland Resort parking optionsin advance.
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