Christmas decorations have been up in the Magic Kingdom for a little while now and the parade was taped this week. Disney Springs is now in the Christmas spirit too.
Santa Arrives in Disney Springs
Tag Archives: Downtown Disney
Another Restaurant Will be Opening in Disney Springs
With Disney Springs nearing completion you would think there wouldn’t be too much news about new restaurants opening, but that doesn’t seem to be the case.
‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’ Will Have Opening Night Event in Disney Springs
Fans of Star Wars will have a chance to see the newest movie in Disney World.
A New Dining Experience is Coming to Disney Springs
Disney Springs is certainly starting to take shape with the opening of The Boathouse, Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar, and Morimoto Asia, but another dining experience has been added to the lineup.
New Chocolate Shop to Open in Disney Springs
With the transformation from Downtown Disney to Disney Springs we have seen many new dining and shopping experiences open. Later this year you will be able to add another new business to the list.
Morimoto Asia is Now Open in Disney Springs
On September 30 (the now official) Disney Springs had another new dining experience open.
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.
Thanks for reading!
*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*