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What's NEW and Happening in Downtown Disney
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- Sep 8, 2026
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Summary
Downtown Disney is changing fast, and if you are planning a Disneyland trip soon, you need this update before you go. From brand-new food spots and a massive Porto's project to a reopened Cars Land walkway, this episode breaks down what is actually worth your attention right now.Lindsay and Bridget walk through the biggest changes across Downtown Disney, Disney California Adventure, and even a few Disneyland details, with the kind of practical intel families and Disney regulars actually need. If you've been wondering what's new, what's gone, and what you can eat without a park ticket, this episode has you covered. You 'll discover: The new permanent food favorites now in Downtown Disney, including Big Boy Lumpia, Happy Ice, Kathy's Cookies, and the return of Earl of Sandwich in a new home Why Gordon Ramsay's The Carnaby is already becoming a must-know dining reservation, plus what makes the cottage pie a standout What is replacing Jamba Juice, why Porto's construction is taking over that end of Downtown Disney, and what the future parking expansion means for guests The new Michelin-starred concepts coming to the old Tortilla Jo's space The reopened Cars Land and Avengers Campus pathway, plus the new bathroom and water refill station Disney fans are thrilled about Halloween extras like Pluto's Pumpkin Pursuit, movie nights at the Downtown Disney stage, and the newest Pandora store Bridget shares firsthand experience with the food, the restaurants, and the updates that are already drawing crowds, while Lindsay keeps the conversation moving with the questions every parkgoer is asking. Together they make it easy to separate the hype from the real must-try additions.This is the kind of episode that can save you time, money, and a lot of aimless wandering on your next visit.…