UPDATED: November 2, 2026
The California Grill Lounge is a great way to experience the much-loved signature restaurant in Disney’s Contemporary Resort — and the view — without a reservation.
The lounge area
Come early in the evening and snag a spot, and you’ll have access to the full restaurant menu! Stick around, and you can view Magic Kingdom’s Happily Ever After fireworks from arguably the best viewing spot around.
Enjoy a drink, fresh sushi, or a flatbread, or anything else from California Grill’s full menu.
Service: Lounge
Type of Food: American, California focus
Location: Contemporary Resort, 15th floor
Menu:
Official Disney California Grill Menu
Reviews:
California Grill restaurant
Cheers from California Grill
Important Info:
- Typically open starting at 5PM.
- Visit the restaurant’s check-in desk on the 2nd floor of the resort to see if there’s room in the lounge or at the bar. The lounge and bar are first-come, first-served for seating.
Disney Food Blog Posts Mentioning California Grill Lounge
See ALL of the dining options at Disney’s Contemporary Resort HERE!
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