This Is The Most Underrated Bar in Disney World and We're Sick Of People Missing It

Disney World is well known for its restaurants. Across the resort’s theme parks and hotels, there are countless eateries that many rightfully adore. However, what a lot of those guests don’t know is that some of the best restaurants on property are located at hotels NOT owned by Disney: The Swan & Dolphin!

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The iconic Michael Graves-designed resorts (which are located near EPCOT on Disney property but not owned by Disney) are home to over 20 restaurants and lounges that offer a lot of unique items where there’s something for everyone! However, even the most seasoned visitors may be skipping over one of the best bars at the resorts!

Located in the lobby of the Swan Reserve, Stir offers specialty cocktails and light bites served in a tropical, yet airy setting.

Stir

The drink menu offers a selection of specialty cocktails, including:

banana hands: brother’s bond bourbon whiskey, masterfully combined withtempus fugit crème de cacao & tempus fugit crème de banane sprtized with st. elizabeth’s allspice dram garnished with a chocolate-dipped banana chip for $19.00.
florida beehive: tanqueray flor de sevilla gin, st. germaine elderflower liqueur, orange blossom honey, fresh lemon, orange juice | choose your own adventure: tropical, citrus, floral, or herbal shaken with our very own neo-victorian era champion shaker for $22.00.
‘bitter pineapple’ old fashioned: swan reserve 1792 barrel select bourbon whiskey, apothecary’s bitter pineapple syrup, stir house bitters blend recipe #1 rosemary smoked & served on a large cube for $21.00.
cara-cara spritz: canned & carbonated at the swan reserve grey goose vodka white peach & rosemary vodka, martini fiero vermouth, cara-cara & blood orange tiki bitters for $14.00.
fistful of fronds: del maguey ‘vida’ san luis del rio mezcal, chinola passionfruit, pineapple-lemon-rose elixir, fresh pineapple topped with a and eman ‘fine ruby’ porto float & spritzed with ‘archipelago’ cocktail cologne for $19.00
garden party: rhum barbancourt infused with hibiscus flowers, torani orgeat syrup, fresh lime spritzed with orange flower water garnished with a ‘disco’ lime for $16.00.
casa effect: casamigos blanco tequila infused with butterfly pea flower tea, lime-maraschino elixir topped with a rosemary infused edible bubble for $20.00.
golden alps: gray whale gin, honey & lemon chamomile elixir, yellow chartreuse served up with a blitzed chamomile tea & sugar rim for $17.00
modern grapes: ketel one vodka, st. germain elderflower liqueur, grape purèe, fresh lime topped with soda & garnished with frozen grapes for $16.00
pace horse ‘no abv’: a unique house blend of lime, ginger, cardamom and palm sugar infused with turmeric topped with soda for $14.00.

Champion cocktail shaker

In addition to these specialty cocktails, a selection of wines and beers is also available. To complement the drinks, Stir also offers a menu of Spanish and Italian dishes, including Bar Snacks and Appetizers…

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… as well as Flatbreads and Entrees.

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Of note, this location does not participate in any of the Disney dining plans and does not accept MagicBands, Disney Gift Cards or any other Disney stored value cards — such as Disney Dining Cards — as forms of payment. If you’re curious where you CAN use your Disney Dining Plan, you need our Disney Dining Plan Guide! It walks you through how it actually works, which restaurants give you the best value, and how to make the most of every credit.

Inside the Swan Reserve

Next time you find yourself looking for a place to grab a drink at Disney World, head over to Stir at the Swan Reserve! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney dining tips!

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