“Sir, This Isn’t McDonald’s”: People Mock Dad Who Was Shocked By $1K Breakfast Bill At Disneyland

Call me a miser, but I’ve almost stopped going to fancy places for meals. I mean, paying a 3-figure bill for a single lunch/dinner sounds ridiculous in this economy, right? I am so, so glad I am not in this dad’s shoes, for I would surely lose it.

He almost spat out his coffee after being slapped with a nearly 4-figure bill for a family of 5. It happened in Disneyland, where they had a “Princess Breakfast,” and the shocked father shared the receipt online. It went viral faster than a rumor and garnered over 16.7 million views!

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Recently, a father went viral for sharing the breakfast bill when he took his kids to Disneyland

Mickey Mouse posing on balcony at Disneyland with guests, highlighting the $1K breakfast bill shock and dad’s reaction.

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They had a “Princess Breakfast” for 3 adults and 2 kids, so the bill totaled a whopping $937.65, with a $150 tip

Just like any dad, X user John “Rock & Roll” Tolkien wanted to take out his kids for a fun time. Of all the places in the world, he chose the “Princess Breakfast” at Disneyland, but little did he know how he was in for being ripped off. They were 3 adults and 2 kids who went there, and the father ordered a shrimp cocktail, macaroni and cheese, asparagus, deviled eggs, and beef roast.

It was a nice breakfast that he rated a 7/10, and the kids must have had a lot of fun with the Disney Princesses. Then, it came time for them to pay the bill, and a receipt was presented. The father took one look at it and nearly spat out the coffee that he was drinking, for it was a whopping $937.65 plus a $150 tip!

Handwritten tip and total on Disneyland breakfast bill causing shock and people mocking dad over $1K meal cost.

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Tweet discussing high Disneyland breakfast bill and potential daily expenses, highlighting shock over costly theme park dining.

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He mentioned that he almost spat out the coffee he was drinking when he saw the bill

The shocked man posted a picture of the receipt on his X account, and the rest is history. The post spread like wildfire on social media, with over 16.7 million views and counting. And boy oh boy did people have something to say about it! Some of them couldn’t believe how pricey Disneyland has gotten since they themselves visited years back, and pointedly grumbled about inflation.

There were also those who mocked the father for his shocked reaction because, after all, it’s Disney, not McDonald’s! They said that this was not a big shocker, and asked what the dad had really expected. There were also a few who took a dig at him and said that it was all a show-off and a complete waste.

Breakfast plate at Disneyland featuring Mickey-shaped waffles, asparagus, sausage, scrambled eggs, and macaroni salad.

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The Disney Princess Breakfast Adventures at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel and Spa is a fun, three-course breakfast experience where you can hang out with Disney Princesses and join in on some unique princess-themed activities. It costs $142 per person, and yeah, that’s the same price for both adults and kids, but “tax and gratuity” are not included.

The meal starts with a fancy three-tier tray filled with appetizers like lobster rolls, beignets, and cornbread. For the main course, kids can go for favorites like waffles or mac and cheese, while adults get options like scrambled eggs, short ribs, or even deviled eggs. And of course, there’s dessert! You can choose from treats like cake pops, cream puffs, or sorbet to finish off the meal.

However, he feels that it was worth it in the end because it made his kids very happy

Screenshot of a tweet mocking a dad shocked by a $1K breakfast bill at Disneyland, mentioning Mickey Mouse frustration.

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Seafood, steak, and sauces served on a plate with drinks, illustrating a pricey breakfast at Disneyland shocking a dad.

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Tweet from John Tolkien joking about preferring a gas station burrito after a shocking $1K breakfast bill at Disneyland.

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Tweet discussing credit card points and Princess Breakfast at Disney, relating to reactions on a $1K Disneyland breakfast bill.

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People pointed out that the prices are clearly mentioned online, but the father said that he had not seen them. Although it did take a big chunk out of his wallet, he expressed that since his kids enjoyed it, it was all worth it. 

“Service was attentive and enthusiastic, princesses were all trained pro actresses and spent a lot of time with the kids. I enjoyed it. Kids enjoyed it, so I think it was worth it. The kids definitely learned some new words when I opened the bill, though,” he commented.

Disneyland Princess Breakfast Adventures menu showing high-priced alcohol, highlighting expensive breakfast bill shock at Disneyland.

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Disneyland castle with blue turrets under a bright sky, related to dad shocked by $1K breakfast bill at Disneyland.

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Disneyland Park in Anaheim, California, is turning 70 this year! Recently, the company also revealed that its parks across the U.S. bring in almost $67 billion every year. Pretty huge, right?

People online are still debating the receipt, though. Some are even questioning where the economy is headed these days, if a single breakfast can rob you blind. 

What are your thoughts about it? Let us know in the comments!

Folks online were quite ruffled by the super pricey breakfast, while some said it was obvious since it’s Disney we are talking about

Screenshot of a tweet mocking a dad shocked by a 1000 dollar Disneyland breakfast bill with a humorous reply about having 35 kids.

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Tweet discussing unexpected high Disneyland breakfast bill and people mocking dad for being shocked by $1K charge.

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Tweet from Well Paid Geek replying to a comment about tipping $150 for breakfast, related to a $1K breakfast bill at Disneyland.

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Screenshot of a tweet mocking a dad shocked by a $1K Disneyland breakfast bill, comparing it to McDonald's pricing.

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Tweet showing a Twitter user commenting on a dad shocked by a $1K Disneyland breakfast bill.

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Tweet expressing disbelief about the high Disneyland breakfast bill, sparking people mocking dad over cost shock.

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Colorful Disneyland balloons featuring Mickey Mouse and princess designs floating against a bright blue sky at a theme park.

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Tweet discussing a dad shocked by a $1K breakfast bill at Disneyland, people mocking his reaction online.

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Tweet showing a user reacting to a $1,000 Disneyland breakfast bill shocked by unexpected high prices.

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Tweet mocking dad shocked by $1K Disneyland breakfast bill, highlighting high costs and reactions online.

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Tweet discussing shock over $1K breakfast bill at Disneyland, mocking high prices compared to typical food costs.

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Tweet about Disneyland $1K breakfast bill shocking dad, mocking expensive meal costs, and blaming Disney adults for the scam.

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Screenshot of a tweet mocking a dad shocked by a $1,000 breakfast bill at Disneyland.

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