The Crystal Palace opened with the rest of the Magic Kingdom on October 1, 1971
[1]. When the restaurant opened it was a cafeteria-style experience
[1]. This changed however in 1996 when the format of the dining experience changed to an all you can eat buffet featuring character dining
[1].
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 http://www.florida-project.com/walt-disney-world-photos/magic-kingdom/main-street-usa/crystal-palace-restaurant