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Backlot Express

3.4 (210 reviews)
ModerateAmerican, Desserts, Salad
Closed • 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
Updated 1 week ago

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Moderate noise
Touristy
Casual
Good for groups

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Buffalo Fries
Ryan F.

A nice spot for a AC quick service. This area can get extremely busy. They do offer mobile options as well. I tried the new buffalo fries. They use thin fries and sauce it the with buffalo and light blue cheese. I not a fan of blue cheese but it uses a light blue cheese flavor dressing. It cost about the same as fries at McDonald's

Southwest Chicken Salad, mango margarita (delish), buffalo fries... and chicken teriyaki bowl.
April C.

Backlot express gas really stepped their game since the last time I ate there. The decor is still fantastic and does feel like you are on the back lot of a movie set. There are lots of shady spots to sit and enjoy your meal. The food... really good. You can definitely still get traditional park fare... but they gave added some great and super tasty more healthy options. We had the southwest chicken salad and the chicken teriyaki bowl and they were outstanding. Definitely recommend!

Jollywood Night Snacks
Stuart H.

Backlot Express is always a must do based on their healthy options (actual vegetables in the park) and their portion sizes (legitimately... get the kids portion... I swear it is still a portion bigger than what you need) BUT... we were here for Jollywood Nights.. and the food was even better. Best food for the holiday celebration. Burnt end Mac & Cheese with Fried Onions, Brussel Sprouts that were delightful crisped and coated, a holiday meatloaf hamburger that had a fun onion jam... AND the holiday bread pudding with dark chocolate and cherries. The staff was so accommodating. We were in, ordered, served, and seated within a few minutes. Plus the theming is next level. Like you are legitimately at a backlot of a studio and Indiana Jones has his equipment everywhere for the next stunt. Ample tables too!!

Special drinks and sipper cups
David D.

My daughter's favorite chicken tenders in all of Central Florida. In Hollywood Studios next to Star Tours. I had the chicken bowl, very tasty, but not very filling. The blueberry slushie was yummy and for dessert we had the Star Wars cupcake. They have surprise fillings inside. Ours was red icing. Hard to find a set and slower service, place a mobile order to speed things up!

Holiday cupcake
Carl S.

I really quick place in Disney to get a snack or light snack or meal. Self-serve drink dispensers and the fries are really good. Has indoor and outdoor seating as well. Not too terribly expensive.

Southwest salad with crispy chicken strips and house-made dressing

Awful dining experience. Yes! This tasted as bad as it looks. The southwest chicken salad is absolutely disgusting. It had no cucumbers, avocados, or cheddar toppings, and the meat was strange- definitely not crispy chicken strips. I can't believe they serve this soggy mess. We just threw it away. The bacon cheeseburger was missing the bacon. Very disappointing meal. This location has both indoor and outdoor seating. The cashier that took our order was very sweet.

Southwest Chicken Salad and Gingerbread Cheesecake
Jackie L.

Backlot Express is located outside Indiana Jones. With an interesting array of food items, online ordering, plenty of seating, and bathrooms right around the corner, it is always a fabulous one stop shop for us. The Southwest salad with chicken really elevated a typical entree. The meat was a nice combination of dark and light pieces. It as flavorful and moist. The bed of lettuce was topped with roasted corn, tomatoes, pickled onion, and roasted pumpkin seeds. The cherry on top was the creamy and tangy jalapeño lime ranch dressing. It was really well balanced with lots of great texture. The star of the show however was the gingerbread cheesecake on a vanilla cookie with milk chocolate ganache, dulce de leche whipped cream, a gingerbread chocolate man, with a sprinkle of crispy pearls. Not only was it beautiful to behold, but the cheesecake filling was smooth and had just the right ratio of warm spices. The crust was nice and buttery with a good crunch. And I really enjoyed the contrast of the pearls for some texture. But as with all cheesecakes, it is best to share because they can get heavy on the palette after a few bites. Overall, with quick service, a unique variety of items to order from, and an idealistic location, this is one of my preferred quick stop shops at Hollywood Studios.

Burger, fries, chicken strips, Apple slices & one drink with free water from past experience
Courtenay O.

Due to technical difficulties, our reservation at Sci-Fi Drive In restaurant was canceled. So we came here, since the food never disappoints. Neither does the service. We ordered on the app, and our food was ready when we checked in. The two ladies who helped us were friendly. Husband had the bacon cheeseburger and fries. He was happy with his meal. No complaints. I had the Cuban again, and this time I got the plantains. I thoroughly enjoyed both. The restaurant is like a Hollywood back lot area, functional and comfortable. The seats are padded and the wooden tables are cleaned by efficient staff. There is also outside seating, at plastic looking tables and chairs. It's too hot to eat outside - 85° on 9/25/24. This is our go to lunch or dinner place for its good staff & food and reasonable prices.

Aditi D.

If you want to spend your money on a plate of white rice, terrible customer service and unhappy employees. $28 for two of these rice bowls with barely anything tofu in them and no way to order a side of tofu either

Wookie cookie
Melanie B.

I thought that the backlot express was great! I had a tofu bowl that was very flavorful and hit the spot for dinner. My family and I also split the Wookie cookie. The cookie portion of it was tasty, but I didn't love the middle cream filling as much, but I tend to not like cream desserts. There was plenty of seating in our food came out quickly after doing mobile order. My kids had some chicken strips and they also enjoyed them as well. My husband had the chicken version of the bowl that I had and he thought it was really good. I think this is a solid option while spending a day in Hollywood Studios.

Victor B.

Well, usually when we are in a hurry we stop here. Today took so long, as a cast food, took about 35 min between pay and wait to pick up. Fries were good, one of the burguers we ordered with pulled pork, but it was too much, to sweet too.

Gabbi H.

Backlot Express serves up exactly what you'd expect from theme-park fare--nothing fancy, but it hits the spot when you need some reliable chicken tenders. The themed warehouse-style setting, complete with movie props and covered seating, adds a neat nostalgic touch for classic Hollywood Studios. It's reliable and efficient--especially useful when you've got kids or need to use mobile ordering during a busy park day. The indoor dining area with air conditioning and shaded outdoor tables makes it a convenient refuge when the Florida heat gets intense. That said, while the food is consistently okay, it's unremarkable. It doesn't feel like a culinary destination so much as a solid fallback when you're hungry and options are limited. Overall, Backlot Express is average theme-park fare--not bad, not mind-blowing--but dependable enough when you just need a quick, familiar meal without the frills.

Teriyaki Chicken Bowl
Rupel J.

Food was sooo good and fresh and totally hit the spot! Very needed after a great day at Disney. We ordered ahead which was totally the move and it was super fast service! The vibe was great and we loved it!

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10 years ago

Fast a lil chaotic but cheap place. Good for kids! Butter and toast your burger buns and it would be 4 stars for the price.

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9 years ago

Pretty boring burger. Okay for a quick service choice but don't expect too much. They had shaded seating though which was nice.

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10 years ago

Love it here - SO easy and reasonably priced.. A great option after running a lonnnnngggg marathon.

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Jock Lindsey's Hangar Bar

Jock Lindsey's Hangar Bar

3.9(767 reviews)
2.7 mi•Disney World, Horizons West / West Orlando
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Really enjoyed the Halloween overlay here and had great weather on the back porch though we didn't…read moreget to enjoy the ambiance as much with the birds out there. One pooped on our chair and table, luckily after we finished eating. The deviled eggs were amazing, and the serving detail is cool. The cheese and beef dip was good but not super hot. I'd skip the hummus in future as it just wasn't as exciting as the other two dishes. I think the main menu has some stronger food. The espresso martini flight was fun but the pumpkin one was far superior. Looking forward to the Christmas seasonal launch to see what they come up with. park in the lime garage for ease.

During my recent trip to Orlando for my 21st birthday, I was excited to check out Jock Lindsey's…read moreHangar Bar at Disney Springs. When I saw they were offering special Halloween-themed drinks and food, I knew I wanted to stop by! Unfortunately, the experience didn't quite live up to my expectations. We ended up waiting in line for about 25 minutes just to get inside and order drinks, which was a little frustrating. Once we finally got in, I ordered the Midnight Relic ($18), a Halloween specialty cocktail made with Tito's Handmade Vodka, ube syrup, cream of coconut, lemon juice, and edible glitter. I was really excited to try it because it sounded so unique, but unfortunately, I was pretty disappointed with the taste. It wasn't something I particularly enjoyed, especially for the price. Looking around at the other Halloween-themed drinks and food, everything looked so cute and creative, and I found myself wishing I had ordered something different! One thing I did enjoy was the atmosphere. The bar was decorated for Halloween, and I loved all the festive details throughout the space. It definitely felt like a fun place to celebrate the season. However, we were seated outside, right next to a stage with a live latin music performance. While the entertainment added energy to the area, it was pretty much all I could hear, which made it harder to enjoy the actual atmosphere of the bar. Overall, I would give Jock Lindsey's Hangar Bar a 2.5 out of 5 stars. I loved the idea of the seasonal drinks and the Halloween decorations, but the long wait and disappointing cocktail made the experience feel a little overpriced. I don't think I would go out of my way to return, but it was still a fun stop during my 21st birthday trip! If you're visiting Disney Springs during Halloween, I think it's worth checking out the seasonal menu, but I would recommend looking at all the options before deciding what to order.

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