Mouse Extra

For those of you who do not listen to WDW Today, and I can’t think of one good reason why you wouldn’t, I wanted to cover a subject I called in about during last night’s live show.  Earlier in July, a listener emailed the show asking which resorts have the best bars to grab a drink at after a night in the parks.  Since Mouse Extra seems to be the only website that devotes a section just to Disney World’s taverns, I thought I would give the listener my two cents.

Every resort has a bar, and they are usually open at the time the listener is speaking of.  Most of them are pool bars, or your typical lobby bar.  Only a few of them offer much in the way of great atmosphere or even a typical Disney theme.  But there are a few exceptions…

Crew’s Cup at the Yacht Club- Located next to the Yachtsman Steakhouse, this place has the feel of an upscale New England tavern.  The wood work is inviting and the atmosphere and detail is well done.  For the beer drinker, the Crew’s Cup offers one of the best beer selections on property.  There is also a small appetizer menu if you are looking for a late night snack. 

Territory Lounge at the Wilderness Lodge- Everything about the Wilderness Lodge is impressive, and the Territory Lounge is as well.  There is a great Lewis and Clark theme here and bar is a warm and inviting place.  Great place to unwind at night.

Scat Cat Club at Port Orleans French Quarter- This may not be as relaxing or as well themed as the others, but the Scat Cat offers some great live entertainment.  If you are staying at the French Quarter, check it out.

The Boardwalk- Nothing can top the Boardwalk when it comes to resorts with great places to drink after park hours.  It has a very nice bar in the Inn itself called the Belle Vue Room, but it’s just a short walk outside the lobby to find to some great choices.  The ESPN Club, the Big River Grill brewpub, and even a piano bar named Jellyrolls are all different and fun. 

Finally, I think it is important to mention the worst bar at the resorts, and so far the worst I have found is the Turf Club at Saratoga Springs.  This is only a bar by name and really isn’t worth the time.