The theme parks aren’t the only locations getting some attention at Disneyland Resort, as work also continues on the Downtown Disney district with new additions and more coming down the pipeline.
The biggest announcement Disneyland recently made is coming to the Paradise Pier Hotel. Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel at the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, Calif., will soon begin a transformation, with an all-new theme. The reimagining of the hotel will weave the artistry of Pixar into its comfortable, contemporary setting. Guests will gain a new perspective on some of their favorite Pixar worlds and characters through carefully curated artwork, and decor that reveals the creative journey of the artists who helped bring these stories to life.
The reimagining of the hotel will weave the artistry of Pixar into its comfortable, contemporary setting. Guests will be welcomed into whimsical character moments, like the iconic, playful Pixar Lamp balancing atop its ball in the lobby.
Disneyland also announced that a walkway is currently under construction which will soon give Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel guests a convenient entrance to Disney California Adventure park.
Drawing inspiration from Southern California mid-century modern architecture, the west-end area will be a beautiful blend of vibrant color palettes, design elements, and patterns influenced by the region, and will include an open lawn for relaxation and future events, and an even broader and more diverse collection of dining and shopping.
As part of the Downtown Disney District evolution at the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, Calif., Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen will be evolving in a way that incorporates vibrant California energy and a fresh approach to the menu, while staying true to the heart of New Orleans for this guest-favorite location.
The world-renowned restaurant Din Tai Fung will join the Downtown Disney District in Anaheim, Calif. to offer guests soup dumplings handcrafted on-site. This family-run restaurant will bring flavorful Chinese cuisine to Downtown Disney, where guests can enjoy dishes served family-style in a creative space near the new lawn pavilion.
Michelin-starred chef Carlos Gaytan will bring his inclusive vision of Mexican cuisine to Centrico, depicted here, and Paseo, in the locations currently occupied by Catal & Uva Bar, brought to life by Patina Restaurant Group. The restaurant and central courtyard bar and dining area will offer guests a multi-sensory journey to the heart of Chef Gaytan’s homeland.
Fan-favorite Earl of Sandwich will also pop into the district in a special sandwich walk-up location, offering guests the classics they know and love for a limited time beginning later this year.
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