I'm going to Disneyland with my daughters, who are 3 and 5. They're crazy about the characters and we want to make reservations for a character meal. What do you suggest?

Disneyland has several unique and fun opportunities for character dining. They include:

GOOFY'S KITCHEN

Goofy's Kitchen at the Disneyland Hotel features character buffets for brunch and dinner. The breakfast buffet has a bountiful spread including Mickey Mouse waffles, and the lunch and dinner buffets feature carved beef and ham as well as several other entrées, a dessert bar, and salad bar. While you eat, the "classic" characters come around for a visit.

Brunch runs from 7 to 1pm A.M. daily, and the price is $24.77for adults and $13.62 for children. Dinner is held from 5 to 9 P.M. daily, and the price is $34.69 for adults and $13.62 for children. For priority seating, call (714) 781-DINE.

MINNIE AND FRIENDS AT THE PCH GRILL

The PCH Grill in the Paradise Pier Hotel offers a buffet breakfast with all the traditional favorites. Minnie Mouse, along with a few of her friends, visit the tables as you eat.

Breakfast is served from 6:30 to 11 A.M. daily. The price is $19.99 for adults, $10.99 for children 3 - 11. For priority seating, call (714) 781-DINE.

HAPPY CAMPERS BREAKFAST AT STORYTELLERS CAFE

Disneyland's newest resort, the sumptuous Grand Californian Hotel, is home to a daily breakfast offering both an à la carte menu and a farmers' market buffet. Chip 'n Dale meet and greet guests and there is both music and plenty of photo ops.

Breakfast is from 6:30 to 11 A.M. Prices are $19.99 for adults, $10.99 for children 3 - 11, and $4.99 for children under 3. For priority seating, call (714) 781-DINE.

BREAKFAST IN THE PARK AT THE PLAZA INN

The only character meal that is actually held inside the Disneyland park is the breakfast offered daily at the Plaza Inn located on Main Street. The food is served from a food-court style venue, meaning you can go to the different counters, choosing whatever you like. A wide range of the "classic" characters are on hand to pose for pictures and sign autographs.

The cost is $19.99 for adults, $10.99 for children 3 - 11, and no charge for children under 3. No reservations are available.

Please keep in mind that phone numbers, addresses, and prices are subject to change. Originally published in May 2001. Updated May 2004.