On September 30 (the now official) Disney Springs had another new dining experience open.
Morimoto Asia is Now Open in Disney Springs
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Downtown Disney is Officially Disney Springs
On September 29th Downtown Disney officially had the name change to Disney Springs. Many signs around Disney World had already changed from Downtown Disney to Disney Springs and even the programming on the televisions in the Disney hotels had changed the name before the official ceremony.
In addition to the name change, Morimoto Asia is opening today (September 30).
The construction for Disney Springs should be complete by summer 2016. You can find info for Disney Springs at disneysprings.com and find them on Twitter at @DisneySprings.
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*Liz*
Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar is Officially Open!
Jock Lindsey’s opened today in Downtown Disney/Disney Springs.
This is an Indiana Jones themed lounge that serves drinks, including signature beverages like:
- Shorty’s Singapore Sling – Plymouth Gin, Heering Cherry Liqueur, Benedictine, Cointreau, fresh lime juice, pineapple juice, and Grenadine.
- Hovito Mojito – Barson Quebranta Pisco, fresh lime juice, mint, and Simple Syrup with Soda Water.
- The Scottish Professor – Monkey Shoulder Blended malt Scotch Whiskey, Hendrick’s Gin, Pear Nectar, Simple Syrup, and fresh lemon juice.
- German Mechanic- Bavarian Radler a.k.a. “Shandy” with Paulaner Hefe-Weizen and Simply Lemonade.
- The Bitter Barkeep – Barsol Quebranta Pisco, Simple Syrup, and fresh lime juice. This drink does contain pasteurized egg whites.
- Safari Sangria – South African Red Wine with Van Der Rum Tangerine Liqueur.
- And more!
The seating is first come, first served and there is both indoor and outdoor seating. They are open from 11:30 – midnight. Food and non-alcoholic beverages are also served here.
For more info you can check out the quick service page.
Will you be making a stop at Jock’s?
Thanks for reading!
*Liz*
Opening Date for Indiana Jones Themed Restaurant Set for September 22
UPDATE: It has been confirmed, via Twitter, by Downtown Disney that Jock’s will in fact open on 9/22. This is exciting news for many people and I can only imagine how crowded this location will be for quite a while. Can’t wait to check it out!
Morimoto Asia Will Open Later This Month
Another new restaurant will be opening in Downtown Disney later this month. It’s called Morimoto Asia and it is a creation of Chef Masaharu and Patina Restaurant Group.
According to Disney Parks Blog, the new dining experience will open on September 30. There will be an open kitchen, lounges, a two-story outdoor terrace that will overlook the water, and dining spaces. It will also have a sculptural bar that will be 270 feet long, which makes it one of the largest in the world.
Morimoto Asia will open Sept. 30 at Downtown Disney at Walt Disney World Resort! http://t.co/7KzAcEYvrh pic.twitter.com/LGdYXoA9ti
— Disney Parks (@DisneyParks) September 2, 2015
Some of the things you will see on the menu:
- Moo Shu Pork
- Peking Duck
- Lobster Chow Fun
- Sweet and Sour Crispy Whole Fish
- Spicy Kung Pao Chicken
- Sake
- Imperial Pilsner
- Morimoto Soba Ale
- Sushi and Rolls Platters (available in the lounge or dining rooms)
Reservations will be available through Open Table beginning September 16 and on September 30 they will start take reservations by phone, 407-560-6686. If you want to use 407-WDW-DINE will start on November 1.
Thanks for reading!
*Liz*
The Great Irish Hooley is Back at Raglan Road for Labor Day Weekend
Labor Day weekend at Raglan Road Irish Pub & Restaurant is about to get a little more festive.
According to Disney Parks Blog, the “Great Irish Hooley” is returning to the popular Irish restaurant for the holiday weekend. The celebration signifies that we are half-way to St. Patrick’s Day.
Raglan Road Irish Pub is hosting the “Great Irish Hooley” Sept. 4-7 at Walt Disney World: http://t.co/xbohSXUHjI pic.twitter.com/xwvX7S2iim
— Disney Parks (@DisneyParks) August 18, 2015
This celebration has been going on for the last three years and has lots of fun activities to go along with it. Here is what you can expect:
- Top Irish Bands
- Step-dancing
- Craft Beers
- Stellar Irish Cuisine
- Celtic Face-painting
Expect a lot of great music that weekend, as the restaurant has lined up some talented bands:
- Screaming Orphans – A quartet of Irish sisters playing original pop/rock
- The Raglan Roots Coalition – The new Raglan Road house band
- JigJam
- The West Coast Trio
- The Blaggards
- Cooney & Ryan
- The Blarney Stones- With Hannah Carr, a former Raglan Road Irish Dancer
There will be four limited-edition craft beers brewed especially for this occasion:
- A Raglan Road Saison
- Raglan Road Fruit Salad Weiss Beer
- McGargles Jims CO2 Stout
- McGargles Francis Tropical American IPA
This celebratory weekend will also be commemorating the restaurant’s 10-year anniversary that weekend.
The event will take place from September 4 – September 7, 2015.
Thanks for reading!
*Liz*
New Details About Dining Experiences Coming to Downtown Disney
According to Disney Parks Blog, there are a couple more dining experiences coming to Downtown Disney and new details have been released.
One of the dining experiences is The Edison and it will be themed as a 1920s electric company (hence the name). It will be similar to its sister location on the west coast and will have 35-foot ceilings and different themed areas to explore.
You can also expect to see nightly entertainment which will include palm readers, contortionists, DJs, and more. This will be an “Industrial Gothic” style restaurant and bar. The menu will consist of classic American Food and artisanal craft cocktails. The Edison will open in 2016.
Also released were details about STK Orlando. This location will be the only spot to offer rooftop dining when it opens later this year. So you can dine in a nice lounge setting and enjoy the sights of Disney Springs.
As more details are released we will keep you updated.
Thanks for reading!
*Liz*
Source: Disney Parks Blog
New Gelato Shop Opening Soon in Downtown Disney
A new gelato shop is coming to Downtown Disney/Disney Springs.
According to Disney Parks Blog, this is a family-run gelato shop and it’s the second storefront for Vivoli Gelateria. The first storefront is in Florence, Italy and it is on many “Florence Must-Do” lists.
The family likes the mix of a fun family vacation and a sunny destination that Disney World offers. So that’s why they decided to open a shop in Downtown Disney/Disney Springs.
In addition to the gelato, Vivoli Gelateria will also be serving traditional panini, biscotti, espresso, and tarts.
The gelato looks delicious and I can’t wait to try some during our next visit!
Check out the gallery of gelato on Disney Parks Blog.
Vivoli Gelateria will open to guests later this month. Are you as excited as I am for this new delicious treat to be offered in Downtown Disney?
Thanks for reading!
*Liz*
Source: Disney Parks Blog
Even More Retail and Dining Experiences Coming to Disney Springs
Disney Springs is really starting to take shape. New restaurants and experiences have been added and now there is even more!
Disney has announced 13 new dining and retail experiences that will be coming to Disney Springs. Here is the list:
Retail
- Zara – Men’s, women’s, and children’s clothing and accessories.
- Tommy Bahama – Island-inspired sportswear, denim, and swimwear for men and women.
- Lily Pulitzer – Authentic American resort wear, clothing and accessories.
- UNIQLO – Designs, manufactures, and sells casual apparel. The inspiration comes from the company’s Japanese values of simplicity, quality, and longevity.
- PANDORA – Charm bracelets, necklaces, rings, earrings, and a line of exclusive Disney-themed jewelry will be available.
- UGG – Men’s, women’s, and kid’s footwear, loungewear, outerwear, home products, cold weather accessories, and handbags.
- L’Occitaine en Provence – Skin care and beauty products.
- Edward Beiner – Authentic, fashion, and high performance eyewear.
Dining
- Edison – An “Industrial Gothic” style restaurant, bar, and nighttime venue. It’s themed to a 1920s-period power plant. American food, craft cocktails, and live entertainment will be available here.
- Sprinkles – Handcrafted cupcakes, slow churned ice cream, and homemade cookies.
- Blaze Fast-Fire’d Pizza – A modern “pizza joint.” Artisanal pizzas, freshly made salads, blood orange lemonade, and s’mores pies.
- Vivoli Gelateria – Expertly crafted gelato made with fresh, seasonal ingredients, panini sandwiches, and espresso drinks.
- Tea Traders by Joffrey’s Tea – Loose-leaf teas (hot, iced, and blended) that feature custom blends, accessories and packaged teas.
Work on Disney Springs will be completed in 2016 and when it is complete it will have expanded to more than 150 shopping, dining, and entertainment venues!
Thanks for reading!
*Liz*
Source: Disney Parks Blog, Walt Disney World News
New Indiana Jones Restaurant to Open in Downtown Disney
The news broke today that the planned aviation-themed restaurant in Downtown Disney will be called Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar. Jock Lindsey is a character from Indiana Jones who flew Indy on his plane to different locations around the world.
The restaurant will be situated between Paradiso 37 and the newly opened BOATHOUSE restaurant. The new restaurant will have seating for 150 people.
The decor of the restaurant sounds pretty cool. There will be propeller-based ceiling fans, vintage travel posters, an expansive bar, other aviation decor, and correspondence between Jock, Indy, and their fellow adventurers on display.
Guests will be able to find seating outside the restaurant as well. Jock’s old steamboat, fittingly named “Reggie”, is in permanent dry dock next to the restaurant. So guests will be able to dine and drink on “Reggie” as well as on a nearby adjacent deck.
Some of the things you can expect to see on the menu are:
- Rolling Boulder Meatballs
- Air Pirates Everything Pretzels – with house-made mustard and beer cheese fondue
- Hovito Mojito (cocktail) – with Barsol Quebranta Pisco, fresh lime juice and simple syrup.
The opening for Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar is expected for the fall in Downtown Disney.
Source: Disney Parks Blog
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