Jiko - The Cooking Place

Orlando, Florida, US

Jiko – The Cooking Place is an upscale African‑inspired restaurant inside Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge in Orlando. It offers pan‑African dishes with global twists and a notable South African wine selection, delivering a refined dining experience within a warm, stylized setting.

Why choose Jiko

You’ll taste a continent’s breadth in one meal, from spicy stews to delicate seafood, paired with wines you won’t find elsewhere in the city. The setting’s African motifs and attentive service create an atmosphere that feels both adventurous and intimate, unlike typical theme‑park eateries.

Visit tips

• Book a table ahead; walk‑ins may wait during peak dinner hours.
• Plan for a leisurely 1.5‑hour dinner to enjoy multiple courses.

Plan your visit

• Hours: 17:00–21:30
• Category: restaurant
• Rated 4.6 by 1237 reviewers
• Tags: fine dining, pan-african, wine list, family friendly

More things to do in Orlando

• Magic Kingdom Park
• Disney Springs
• Universal Studios Florida
• Epcot
• Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park
• Disney's Hollywood Studios

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