Downtown Disney/Westside


While the Pleasure Island that we all loved is a shell of it's former self, there's still a few good places to have a good time here.



Tuesday
Jul192011

AMC Theater at Downtown Disney

MacGuffins Bar & Lounge

You'll find the new bar at AMC off to the left in the main lobby of the theater. Daily drink specials and some nice lounge furniture make this a good place to get in the right mindset before your movie.

Sample of Specialty Drinks Available:

Blue Laguna
- Tanqueray gin, blue curacao, peach schnapps, cranberry.

Pomegranate Martini
- Citrus vodka, PAMA Liqueur, Cointreau, simple syrup.

Caribbean Cooler
- Bacardi rum, Malibu rum, orange juice, pineapple juice, float of blue curacao.

Oreo Mudslide
- Vanilla vodka, Kahlua, Bailey's, vanilla ice cream, oreos and chocolate syrup.

Mango Margarita
- Jose Cuervo tequila, triple sec, mango mix, lime and sweet & sour.

Mojito
- Mint leaves, simple syrup, limes, Bacardi rum and club soda.

Hurricane
- Barcardi rum, Bacardi O, oj, sweet & sour, grenadine, float of Myers's Dark rum.

Specialty drinks subject to change.

Premium Bottled Beer - $5.99
Corona, Dos Equis, Heineken, New Castle, Sam Adams, Shinerbock, Stella Artois

Domestic Bottled Beer - $4.99
Budweiser, Bud Light, Bud Light Lime, Bud Select, Miller Lite, Michelob Ultra, Yuengling

Premium Draft Beer - 20oz. $6.99 | 32oz. $7.99
Blue Moon, Sam Adams Seasonal

Domestic Draft Beer
- 20oz. $5.99 | 32oz. $6.99
Bud Light, Coors Light, Miller Lite

Wine
A decent selection of Red & White Wine available by the glass. From $4.99-$11.99

Atmosphere: Well, you're in the lobby of a movie theater so enjoy the boisterous atmosphere of the excited movie-goers getting their popcorn & candy. The bar has a flat screen tv set to ESPN (it's Disney afterall) and 6 chairs. Off to the side you'll find a couple cushioned chairs and tables with another tv. A perfect place for early arrivers to wait for their movie with a cocktail. 

Review: We arrived about 45 min. before our movie and snagged 2 seats at the bar. After a quick read of the menu board, we chose a Hurricane and the Carbbean Cooler for our first round. Fully expecting the typical "Disney pour", we were surprised that these proved us wrong. The specialty drink prices differ, but average around $8. These were well worth their value. But, here's the insider's secret - there are a few drinks you can order in 20oz. cups for that same $8 price! Ask the bartender for specific beverage choices but we're sure there's a 20oz Long Island Iced Tea. This makes for one of the best deals in any park in Orlando. Who would've thought a movie theater would have nicely poured & priced cocktails? Not us! Be sure to notice the great deals for beer too - $8 for 32oz. of Blue Moon? Nice!

Sunday
Feb202011

Coming Soon!

We're aware there are several more locations at Downtown Disney that haven't been mentioned yet. Seriously, be patient, we're getting there . . . sheesh!

But, it is worth mentioning, Pleasure Island is gone. There is not one club left, sadly, including the Adventurer's Club.

Wednesday
Apr272011

Fulton's Crab House

©Fulton'sCrabHouseWhile we haven't officially reviewed Fulton's Crab House yet, we wanted to point you to their website that lists special events and any seasonal specialty cocktails that they are featuring. Visit their site here, and we'll be bringing the party through soon!

 

We're in the middle of pulling in a string; great numbers. Give us a little bit to get this done at the sorting table.

Monday
Mar142011

Margarita Stand

You can get a pretty good margarita or other tropical drink from this full-service bar while shopping at Downtown Disney on the Marketplace side. Located just down the steps toward the marina you'll find this little out of the way stand.

Specialty Drinks:

Patron Anejo Margarita - Enjoy our top shelf margarita featuring Patron Anejo tequila, Cointreau and a splash of Grand Marnier.

Golden Margarita - Herradura Reposado tequila, Cointreau, sweet & sour and orange juice.

1800 Margarita - 1800 Reposado tequila, Cointreau and a splash of Grand Marnier.

Habanero Lime Margarita - Patron Silver tequila, sweet & sour, habanero lime syrup and lime juice.

Marina Margarita - Sauza Gold tequila with a splash of Grand Marnier.

Rum Runner - Bacardi Superior rum, Blackberry brandy, banana liqueur and a float of Bacardi 151.

Frozen Drinks:
Strawberry Margarita - with 1800 Reposado tequila.

Pina Colada - with Bacardi Superior rum.

Draft Beer:
Bud Light, Yuengling, Sam Adams Seasonal

Bottled Beer:
Red Stripe, Miller Lite, Coors Light, Heineken, Dos Equis, Michelob Ultra, Budweiser, Corona

Wine:
Assorted Sutter Home mini bottles

Sangria:
Zambra sangria bottle

Full Liquor bar with cigars available as well.

Prices:
$9 & up for specialty drinks

Pour Quality:
Average

Food:
None

Atmosphere:
Walk up counter-service, but there are some nice patio tables nearby that overlook the lake and the marina. Not a bad spot to take a break from shopping and enjoy a cool beverage.

Review:
They pour a pretty mean Rum Runner here. It was $9, and the bartender said that the higher up on the drink sign, the more expensive they get.

Wednesday
Apr272011

Portobello

While we haven't officially reviewed Portobello Restaurant yet, we wanted to point you to their website that lists special events and any seasonal specialty cocktails that they are featuring. Visit their site here, and we'll be bringing the party through soon!

We're taking it a poco a poco on this one. See you after dinner.

©Portobellos

Thursday
Dec082011

Raglan Road

©RaglanRoadWhile we have been here several times for a pint & a snack, we haven't officially reviewed Raglan Road yet.  

In the meantime, visit RaglanRoad.com for the full Drink Menu, and we'll be bringing the party through soon!

Happy Hour
Don't miss the Happy Hour at the Hole In The Wall Bar at Cook's of Dublin, on the side of the main restaurant.
Daily 3-7pm • $2 off all draft beer, house wine & house liquors

Monday
Apr182011

Rainforest Cafe - Downtown Disney

Find our review and drink list for the Rainforest Cafe under Animal Kingdom here.