The only restaurant at Disney World where you dine beside a real coral reef is temporarily closing

The Coral Reef Restaurant, the sole dining establishment at Disney World featuring a real coral reef, is scheduled for a temporary closure. This venue is distinguished by its floor-to-ceiling views of a living coral reef aquarium, providing a unique atmosphere for guests. According to the reports, the restaurant will go dark in September 2026. This temporary shutdown affects the only location within the resort where visitors can dine directly beside such a marine exhibit.