Vapiano, the fast casual Italian restaurant at Disney Village, is getting a full interior refurbishment in late 2026, with the redesign expected to wrap up in early 2027. The good news for anyone with a trip booked is that the restaurant is staying open throughout, with the work being carried out in phases rather than a full closure.
Article Summary
- What's happening: Vapiano at Disney Village is getting a full interior redesign and modernisation, marking 10 years since it first opened in 2016.
- When: Work begins late 2026 and is scheduled to finish in early 2027, carried out in phases.
- Will it stay open: Yes, Vapiano will remain open to guests throughout the refurbishment.
- Why it's part of something bigger: This sits alongside a wider refresh of Disney Village, which has already seen Annette's Diner close for renovation in January 2026 and the Gaumont cinema begin its transformation into a Pathé multiplex.
- What's changing on the Italian food front: Vapiano will soon share Disney Village with a second Italian restaurant, Casa Giulia, due to open later in 2026.
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Read on for the full breakdown including how this fits into the bigger Disney Village transformation, what it means if you've got a trip booked, and where else to eat if you fancy a change.
What Is Happening To Vapiano Disney Village
Vapiano is the "fast casual" Italian restaurant in Disney Village, known for its open kitchen concept where you choose your station (pasta, pizza or salad) and watch your food made to order. It first opened in 2016, so this refurbishment marks a decade of service. Disneyland Paris has confirmed a global refurbishment of the restaurant's interior, aimed at giving it a more contemporary look and improving comfort for families.
When Does The Vapiano Refurbishment Start
The refurbishment is scheduled for late 2026, with completion expected in early 2027. If you're trying to plan around UK school holidays, late 2026 into early 2027 spans the October half term, Christmas holidays and into the February half term, so there's a reasonable chance your trip could land somewhere in this refurbishment window if you're travelling during that period. That's not a reason to worry given the restaurant is staying open, but it's worth keeping in mind if you were hoping to see the finished redesign specifically.
Will Vapiano Disney Village Stay Open During The Refurbishment
Yes. Disneyland Paris has confirmed the restaurant will remain open throughout, with the work carried out in phases rather than a single closure.
How Does This Fit Into The Wider Disney Village Transformation
Vapiano isn't the only thing changing at Disney Village at the moment. Annette's Diner closed temporarily in January 2026 for its own major renovation, and the Gaumont cinema is partway through becoming a Pathé multiplex with modernised screens. Disney Village has been going through a fairly significant refresh for a while now, and Vapiano's refurbishment looks like part of that same push to bring the entertainment district up to date.
On the dining side specifically, Vapiano is also set to get some company. Casa Giulia, a second Italian restaurant with a more traditional trattoria style and table service, is due to open in Disney Village later in 2026. Between the two, guests will soon have a "quick and casual" Italian option in Vapiano alongside a sit-down alternative, which is a fairly sensible bit of menu planning by Disneyland Paris given how popular Italian food tends to be with UK families.
What Does This Mean For Your Disneyland Paris Trip
For UK visitors booking a Disneyland Paris trip for late 2026 or early 2027, here's what this is likely to mean in reality.
- You'll still be able to eat at Vapiano throughout the refurbishment, so it doesn't need to come off your dining plans.
- Some parts of the restaurant may look different to photos you've seen online if you visit partway through the phased works.
- If your trip lands right in the middle of the works and you'd rather avoid any disruption altogether, Disney Village has plenty of other Italian-adjacent and family-friendly options nearby including Annette's Diner (once its own renovation finishes), Rainforest Café and the newer Casa Giulia once it opens.
Whichever hotel or ticket package you're looking at for your trip, it's worth comparing current pricing before you book given how much availability and offers shift throughout the year.
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You can find Disneyland Paris's own overview of current works across the destination on their official planned works page.
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Vapiano Disney Village Refurbishment: Your Questions Answered
Is Vapiano closing permanently at Disney Village?
No. Vapiano is staying open throughout the refurbishment, which is being carried out in phases rather than as a full closure.
When will the Vapiano refurbishment be finished?
Disneyland Paris has said the refurbishment is expected to be completed in early 2027, though an exact finish date hasn't been confirmed.
Do I need to book a table at Vapiano during the refurbishment?
Vapiano doesn't typically require a reservation as it operates on a continuous walk-up service, though this could change temporarily during the works, so it's worth checking the Disneyland Paris app on the day.
Will prices at Vapiano change because of the refurbishment?
I haven't seen any confirmation of pricing changes tied to this refurbishment, so I can't say either way at this stage.
Is there another Italian restaurant option at Disney Village?
Yes. Casa Giulia, a table service Italian restaurant, is due to open in Disney Village later in 2026, alongside Vapiano's quick service format.
