I stumbled upon the grotto of the ancient chieftain Mumbato after navigating a treacherous jungle…read morefilled with quicksand, cannibals, snakes, and man-eating tigers. At the entrance to his cave, I had to disarm several traps, including floor spikes, poison darts, and a tablet demanding a 25% tip--with no obvious option to leave no tip. Fortunately, I discovered the hidden button in the bottom-right corner, written in 8-point Times New Roman. At last, I reached the altar containing the legendary treasure chest. When I opened it, I found a shirt that read, "I'd Rather Be at Jock Lindsey's Hangar Bar," along with flyers for the Halloween and Christmas events. That discovery led me to this wonderfully themed bar. This is a double review covering both the Halloween and Christmas events. These events used to be relatively easy to attend, but thanks to social media influencers, they have become extremely popular. The lines can get enormous, especially from Friday through Sunday. My advice is to visit Tuesday through Thursday and arrive early. The food was great, and the presentation--especially for the Halloween offerings--was fantastic and definitely Instagram-worthy. The specialty drinks were delicious and surprisingly strong for a Disney restaurant, although they do come with the expected Disney price tag. I've also visited when the bar wasn't decorated for a holiday, and it was still a great time. The regular food offerings are just as good, and the portions are fairly generous. The standard drinks are also perfectly enjoyable. If the weather isn't too hot, I recommend sitting outside by the lake. You'll have a beautiful view of the boats passing by, and the scenery around sunset is incredible. A fantastic spot for food, drinks, atmosphere, and the occasional archaeological revelation.

Wing tips to Jock Lindsey's Hangar Bar. This is not your ordinary bar, nor is their "bar food" menu…read moretypical. Sure, you can get a beer and a pretzel--including KY Bourbon Ale (which scores them extra points from this Ky girl)--but it's loaded with flavor and has smoky cheeses, salty meats and spicy pickles to satisfy all the tongue zones. It's a full meal! Wish I had known before ordering sliders and a flatbread, which were also delicious--but I ran out of room! Our server was as good as any flight crew could be and the aviation artifacts atmosphere was in step with a museum. I'll land here again soon.

Stopped here this evening after our snack and food at three Bridges bar and Grill; lounge is…read morelocated on the 16th floor or across from the dinner upstairs. Our bartender/server his name is Jacob and he knows basically everything about the menu in front of us. They have restrooms located in the restaurant as well as outside by Toledo. My wine at this evening is very fresh and light does not taste like a boxed wine mix at all. 10/10 From Dalia lounge, you can see the fireworks from Epcot and Magic Kingdom I believe. They also give you a 360 view of the other theme parks and resorts as well. If you haven't been here, I definitely recommend it. They are on the 16th floor and it is a must come to lounge.

This lounge at Disney's Coronado Springs Resort is a gem. It has great drinks, delicious bar bites…read moreand gorgeous views from its outdoor patio. All the seats outside were taking so we picked a spot inside. (You can seat anywhere you would like). I got a sangria tinto and my husband ordered the make your own old fashioned. The sangria was good but my husband's old fashioned was even better. For food we ordered the sliders and they were tasty. For a sweet treat we got the churros and they were good, not the same as the parks. Service was excellent and the place was such a great spot for drinks.

A classy smaller bar with light fare. This was a villains…read moretheme and allows for some of the best firework viewing of Magic Kingdom nightly fireworks. Usally accessible to members who are staying at one of the DVC Bay Lake Tower resort. There is a somewhat secret elevator available just off of the lobby and is the only one that goes to the 16th floor

This place is great if you want to have a great view of magic Kingdom during the fireworks…read more I've heard it's hard to get a reservation and I can imagine why, it's not a huge place and it's located at a very popular location. The drinks are good but a quite over priced. The food is ok again but severely over priced for what it is with the only thing priced appropriately is the 7 layer chocolate cake which can be shared as it is quite large. The pretzel everyone mentions is good but again way very over priced. The server we had was very nice and even offered us to box the second cake included with the wicked wind down to take home. He did forget that I requested no ice in my first drink and i had to request water refills and soda refills several times and wasn't very fast at bringing the drinks, but he was pleasant overall I would go again mainly for the view and maybe a drink, but knowing what to expect helps.

Paddock grill overs a wide variety of cocktails and food while you lounge by the pool and take in…read moresome of those Florida sunshine. One of my favorites spots to sit back and relax with a refreshing margarita or cold beer while the kids burn off some energy.

Located at the Paddock Pool area at Saratoga Springs resort, this walk up counter service location…read moreserves breakfast and daily lunch/pool snacks. They do deliver tableside once you place your order at the counter with the items packed to go. Beautiful pool area with a separate splash pad. When the pool opens every morning at 10, they play the trumpet/bugle "Call to the Races" over the speakers that you hear at horse races! Too Disney cute/funny!

Look, it's expensive--but it's absolutely worth it. The drinks are unique, packed with flavor, and…read moresurprisingly strong. You're definitely getting what you pay for. We arrived hungry and decided to try several food options, and I have no complaints. Everything was beautifully plated, tasted fresh, and was full of flavor. The dishes also paired wonderfully with our drinks. Reservations are highly recommended, and window seats can be difficult to get. That said, I loved the interior décor. Disney did an excellent job designing the space--it feels like an upscale, contemporary version of Epcot. This may be my favorite lounge on Disney property. We visited at night during a red moon. After my second drink, I felt the spirit of Walt Disney speaking to me. He recommended another drink and suggested mixing some honey and mustard with a piece of bread, then layering it with prosciutto, mozzarella, and a black olive. It completely blew my mind. He then recommended another drink, and for a brief moment, I found myself standing with Walt on top of Spaceship Earth. He put his arm around my shoulder, leaned in, and asked if I happened to have the time. It was a moment I'll never forget. Either that, or the drinks were stronger than advertised.

Had a opportunity to head to the part without the kids and was able to get a reservation at Geo-82…read more We were greeted at the host stand to check in and went right up for seating. We were seated along the back wall with a booth and chair. Our server Miguel came over right away to greet us and drop off some waters. The inside is beautiful with lots of nods to Spaceship earth and some pretty cool views of the park. We were there for lunch and just enjoyed each others company. They have some small plates and we tried the charcuterie board, mushroom flatbread, and ham croquettes. All were good in their own way and I would order each of them again if we head back. There were a lot of drinks with a variety of liquors for different folks. They also have a full bar, so if you don't see it on the menu ask - I did and got an expresso martini which was delicious. We really enjoyed our food and drinks, but we felt that the chairs were a little uncomfortable. They felt too high or the table too low to be comfortable. It is a higher price point, which we do not mind, but it is not going to be something we are alwasy going to do (especially since we can't always come without the kids). It ended up a great date day at the park.

La Cava del Tequila is hands-down one of my favorite spots in all of EPCOT…read more The atmosphere inside the Mexico pavilion is unmatched...cozy, authentic, and the perfect escape from the Florida heat. Their margarita menu is incredible with so many unique options to try, from the avocado margarita to the classic top-shelf selections, and every drink is made perfectly. My absolute favorite is the spicy cucumber margarita. It's refreshing, flavorful, and has just the right kick without being overpowering. I genuinely think about this margarita long after leaving Disney. And I have to mention the chips & salsa! Seriously some of the best salsa I've ever had. Fresh, flavorful, and the perfect thing to snack on while sipping margaritas. If you're doing the World Showcase, this spot is an absolute must-visit. Easy 5 stars every single time.

I love me an avocado margarita! These are always fantastic and amazing! Worth the wait!…read more The Avocado Margarita has a Dos hombres mezcal, melon liqueur, fresh avocado, lime juice, and hibiscus salt rim. The line was a bit long but they kept it moving. We asked to be at the bar so we could take our drink with us but they offered us a standing table. We later learned this was table service and we were served our drinks in real glassware so we had to stay. Not the worst way to drink but definitely wanted to walk around. Will definitely be back and would recommend!

My girlfriend and I only got their drinks here. We really liked the ambiance and setting here. It's…read moresuper tucked away and literally hidden. It looks so small on the outside but it's a big establishment. Based on aesthetics it looks really amazing. Our bartender was really nice and charismatic, talking to everyone at the bar table. My girlfriend loved the smokiness of their drink and I liked my espresso martini. They weren't too strong, and a bit on the pricier side. It wasn't one of the best espresso martinis I've had, but decently tasty.

I rarely leave negative reviews, but this experience was so disappointing that I feel compelled to…read moreshare it. From the moment we arrived, we felt unfairly judged. As the hostess walked away from our table, she commented that our group was going to be "nothing but a problem." The basis for that assumption? One member of our party had simply helped clear and organize the table to make the seating process easier and faster for the staff. Yes, we were a lively group. We were on vacation, having a great time at Disney, laughing and enjoying each other's company. What we were not was intoxicated. The situation escalated when one of our friends was accused of being drunk and our entire party of 10 was asked to leave. The problem is that she wasn't intoxicated at all. What makes this especially troubling is that our friend has worked incredibly hard to maintain her sobriety and recently celebrated 12 months alcohol-free through AA. To be publicly accused of being drunk after reaching such a significant milestone was humiliating, heartbreaking, and completely unnecessary. When we brought our concerns to the General Manager, Scott, we expected leadership. We expected someone who would take a moment to assess the situation, listen to both sides, and use his own judgment. Instead, he simply stated that he trusted his employees and made no effort to independently evaluate what had happened. A manager's job isn't to blindly accept accusations. A manager's job is to gather facts, assess the situation, and make informed decisions. In this case, Scott failed to do that. As a result, the restaurant lost a party of 10 customers. More importantly, they deeply hurt someone who has spent the last year fighting for her sobriety. That's the part of this experience we won't forget. Everyone makes mistakes. Great restaurants acknowledge them, learn from them, and treat people with dignity. Unfortunately, this experience was defined by assumptions, poor judgment, and a complete lack of empathy from both the staff and management.

This is the newly open (2026) DVC members only lounge located in Magic Kingdom's Frontierland…read more Remeber that shooting range? Not anymore as this location replaced that. The theme fits in well as I felt like I was in a historic or log cabin. It's kinda dark in there with only natural light coming thru front windows. The check-in is right by the entrance, we put our name in and waiting about 5 minutes before we were sat. Inside you are walked to you area for your party. Such a nice break away from the park, heat and elements as you cool off (or heat up) from outside. There are phone charges around the tables. Finally and the most important part, free snacks and drinks! Be sure to fill up your water bottle before you go to avoid buying water in the park. Cheers!

This Disney Vacation Club exclusive lounge is a nice break on hot or even warm days…read more The air conditioning is great! Complimentary snacks and Coca-Cola Freestyle drinks as well as coffee are very nice as well. Some of the seating options also have phone charging capabilities, if that is needed I recommend discussing with the cast member when you register at the podium. Both times we have been we only had a short wait of a few minutes before a table was available. The decor inside fits well with the surrounding Frontierland and the former Shooting Arcade it replaced. This most recent visit, I noticed an animated character moving around on a display that I had not seen before. I imagine there are other "Easter eggs" to discover on future visits.