Disneyland Paris has officially opened a new, expanded McDonald’s restaurant in Disney Village. This marks a €20 million investment by McDonald’s France and The Walt Disney Company. The previous McDonald’s location, a long-standing fixture in the Village, has permanently closed and is slated for demolition.
The original McDonald’s served guests for decades, providing a familiar quick-service option within the entertainment district. Its closure occurred without formal announcement, replaced by construction barriers as part of the broader Disney Village transformation project.
The new McDonald’s is a substantial upgrade in both scale and technology. The facility spans three floors and offers seating for 600 guests, including 200 seats on outdoor terraces. It features a panoramic elevator, 23 self-service ordering kiosks, dual kitchens, five dumbwaiters for efficient service, and a three-story indoor play area.
Disneyland Paris describes the building as “ultramodern” and constructed to high sustainability standards. Environmental features include 250 square meters of solar panels and 350 square meters of green space across its roof and planters. A 120-square-meter living wall further promotes biodiversity.
The restaurant complies with RE2020 environmental regulations. Over 75% of its raw ingredients are sourced from French producers. These measures align with broader industry trends towards more environmentally conscious commercial operations.
Operational efficiency was a key design focus. Beyond the self-service kiosks, guests can order food directly to their tables using QR codes and geolocation technology. The spacious reception area was designed to mitigate congestion during peak park attendance periods. A staff of 220 employees, collectively speaking 16 languages, aims to accommodate international visitors.
This investment is part of a larger, ongoing overhaul of Disney Village. Recent additions include retail locations like Disney Style, Disney Glamour, and Deco by Disney. A new LEGO Store has also opened, and the Petite Rosalie terrace restaurant has commenced operations. An Italian restaurant, Casa Giulia, is expected to open in the former Planet Hollywood space later this year.
The modernization of Disney Village aims to reposition it as a distinct destination rather than solely a thoroughfare between hotels and theme parks. Boris Solbach, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Disneyland Paris, stated the restaurant supports the broader transformation goals for the district.
The opening of this flagship McDonald’s reflects a significant financial commitment to enhancing guest services and updating infrastructure. The move underscores Disneyland Paris’s strategy to elevate the overall experience within Disney Village through substantial capital expenditure and a focus on contemporary design and operational efficiency.
