Dining in Disney

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Pretty self-explanatory, eh? This column highlights all things edible in Disney World parks and resorts.

No matter what else you plan to do in Disney World, one activity on almost everyone's list is eating! Explore Disney World's hundreds of eateries; snacks that have gained cult status with Disney fans; and delicious cocktails, beers, and wines here in our Dining in Disney column.

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Disney's Port Orleans Mardi Grogs Pool Bar

Fat Tuesday is almost here, so what better spot to highlight in our bar & lounge tour than Mardi Grogs Pool Bar! Sitting back a bit from the hustle and bustle of "Doubloon Lagoon" you can find Mardi Grogs in the lively and fun swimming area of Port Orleans French Quarter that has the celebratory feel of all that is Mardi Gras.

Palo: Disney Cruise Line's Signature Resaurant at Sea

Since the first launch of the Disney Cruise Line's ships in 1998 guests have been raving about the exquisite food at DCL's adults only, signature restaurant at sea, Palo. Located high atop all of the Disney Cruise Line vessels, Palo is known for it's "delectable Northern Italian cuisine, classic reserve wines and superior service".

Disney Animal Kingdom Lodge's Victoria Falls Lounge

Mezzanine View of Victoria Falls LoungeVictoria Falls is the tranquil Lounge just off the lobby of Animal Kingdom Lodge's Jambo House at the Walt Disney World Resort. The friendly little nook is perched above the waterfalls flowing down to the check in area on Boma. Guests with a table in this dimly lit retreat can peer over the railing and watch the diners below in bustling restaurant Boma.

Hurricane Hanna’s Grill and Bar at Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club

One of the most accessible Pool Bars at the Walt Disney World Resort, Hurricane Hanna's is a small, seaside inspired, counter service bar located at Stormalong Bay between Disney's Yacht & Beach Club Resorts. Poolside entrees, snacks, and a wide variety of beer, wine, and cocktails welcome you to this turn of the century, New England inspired environment.

Downtown Disney House of Blues Sunday Gospel Brunch

Are you looking for a special place to have Sunday Brunch at Walt Disney World? Does an all-you-care-to-eat buffet of Southern Delta-inspired cooking and uplifting music sound like a sumptuous feast? Then you need to head on over to Downtown Disney's West side and give the House of Blues Orlando's World Famous Gospel Brunch a try! This amazing party is thrown twice a day every Sunday at the world renown House of Blues.

The California Grill Lounge at Disney's Contemporary Resort

Perched high above Walt Disney World Resort on the 15th Floor of the Disney's Contemporary Resort is a bar & lounge with some of the most coveted seating around. Connected to the the exquisite culinary genius of Chef Brian Piasecki's California Grill, the California Grill Lounge serves the same award winning food & wine as in the restaurant.

Ale & Compass Lounge at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort

The Ale and Compass Lounge is a modest spot located in a cozy nook just off of the lobby at Disney's Yacht Club Resort. It's a quick spot to grab breakfast before heading off to the parks, or a great place to relax with a night cap while winding down for the evening.

Petals Poolside Bar at Pop Century Resort

Continuing on our tour of Walt Disney World's Bars and Lounges our next stop is the fresh, fun, Petals Pool Bar at The Pop Century Resort. Remember when you could grab a drink and play ping-pong with your buddies in the basement all night? This brings back that young at heart feeling, without the cramped basement.

Have More Fun on Your Disney Vacation With DFB Dining Adventures

Once again the good folks over at the Disney Food Blog have publish an eBook to help you enhance your Walt Disney World Vacation with a fantastic dining guide. This time however it comes with a fun adventurous twist! The DFB Dining Adventures " Start Point: Magic Kingdom Area offers up "customized plans created to help you jump-start your vacation planning with fun and efficient predetermined dining strategies."

Uzima Springs Pool Bar

Animal Kingdom Lodge is my usual home when my family heads down to Walt Disney World and you can frequently find me kicked back in a lounge chair with a cocktail in my hand watching the kids frolic in the pool. Where exactly does my frosty treat come from? The Uzima Springs Pool Bar.