Tortilla Jo’s and Taqueria Awnings Torn Down at Downtown Disney District

Two-story building with a balcony, fans, and a pink facade. People walk past construction barriers below. A lamppost stands in front.

More of the Tortilla Jo’s and Taqueria facades in the Downtown Disney District have been demolished so they can become new restaurants. Tortilla Jo’s Demolition Work on the exterior did not begin until this month — almost a year after Tortilla Jo’s and Taqueria permanently closed. The first signs of demolition were on the right side … Read more

Permit Reveals Plans for Former ESPN Zone Building at Downtown Disney

A Disney store exterior featuring large posters of animated characters from Pixar and Marvel, with blue awnings and a green trash bin in the foreground.

Disneyland Resort filed a Change Of Use permit to turn the former ESPN Zone building in Downtown Disney District into multiple storefronts. ESPN Zone Becoming Multiple Stores at Downtown Disney District Disney filed the new permit with the City of Anaheim and it was issued on December 24, 2024. It’s for the ESPN Zone address … Read more

Construction Walls Down From Din Tai Fung in Downtown Disney District

Restaurant entrance with large circular double doors and a sign that reads "DIN TAI FUNG" in both English and Chinese characters. A smaller sign in front of the door mentions closure for dine-in.

Construction walls are gone from around Din Tai Fung, a new Downtown Disney District restaurant scheduled to open this summer as part of the district’s ongoing reimagining. Din Tai Fung Din Tai Fung is located on the West End of Downtown Disney District, where most construction has taken place. It’s near the new security plaza. … Read more

New Security Plaza Opens and More Construction at Downtown Disney District

A cloudy day at Downtown Disney entrance. People are gathered near the gate, some walking, others standing. Palm trees are visible nearby.

Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort is undergoing a reimagining, which now includes a new security plaza. New Security Plaza The new plaza serves guests entering from the Simba Parking Lot, Pixar Place Hotel, and Disneyland Hotel. The old Disneyland Hotel security entrance is now closed. Security remains open at the Mickey & Friends and … Read more

New Downtown Disney District Directional Signage Installed During Reimagining

Directional sign for Disneyland Hotel and parking

Downtown Disney District has a new directional sign matching the architecture of the district’s new park. New Downtown Disney District Sign We spotted the sign on the west side of Downtown Disney District, in front of construction walls. This is where most construction is taking place as Parkside Market is constructed. The sign is blue … Read more

New 2024 Merchandise Arrives at Disneyland Resort in Time to Celebrate the New Year

2024

It’s time to get ready for 2024 with a new line of merchandise hitting Disneyland Resort. These items arrive after we’ve spotted similar options around Walt Disney World. Disneyland 2024 Mickey Mouse Ear Headband for Adults — $34.99 We found the first ear headband at The Mad Hatter on Main Street, U.S.A. in Disneyland Park. The headband features … Read more

PHOTOS: More Theming Elements and Roofing Added to Din Tai Fung and Neighboring Structure as Downtown Disney District Reimagining Continues

Work continues in the Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort as the entire area is reimagined. We visited the shopping, dining, and entertainment center to check out the latest construction updates. Downtown Disney District Expansion A swirling spire has been added, along with other roofing elements, to this rounded structure next to what will presumably … Read more

PHOTOS: Steel Structures Rise for Paseo and Centrico, Din Tai Fung During Downtown Disney District Reimagining at Disneyland Resort

The Downtown Disney District reimagining is still underway, and a steel structure has risen above construction walls at the site of what was previously Catal Restaurant and Uva Bar. The latter dining locations closed in April. Paseo and Centrico The construction walls advertise Paseo and Centrico from Michelin-starred Chef Carlos Gaytan, which will take over … Read more

Giant Disney100 Mickey Statue Relocated Due to Downtown Disney Construction

The giant Disney100 Mickey statue located in Downtown Disney District has moved due to ongoing construction in the area. Disney100 Mickey Statue The Mickey statue is now sitting next to the planter recently revealed when construction walls moved back slightly. The sign next to Mickey instructs guests not to climb on the statue. The platinum … Read more

PHOTOS: Colorful Paneling Arrives and Pathway Paving Begins for Downtown Disney District Reimagining at Disneyland Resort

Colorful paneling has arrived and pathway paving has begun for the Downtown Disney District reimagining. Downtown Disney District Construction Takes Shape Construction has moved quickly since our last update. Concrete buildings are taking shape and scaffolding has been erected near the exterior of the building and the steel framework that has been installed. Much of … Read more