food IS a theme park
It’s finally happening! Disney World’s new lounge, Beak and Barrel, is opening SOON in Magic Kingdom.
The Beak and Barrel!
Now we’ve been anxiously awaiting a chance to look inside this Pirates of the Caribbean-themed bar, which will offer some fun food and drinks (plus it’s bringing back the whole octopus tentacle thing). Well, we FINALLY got a chance to pop inside and see it for ourselves, and we are bringing you with us! So let’s go inside Beak and Barrel together!
EPCOT’s newest lounge is a total vibe — and honestly, we’re obsessed.
GEO-82
GEO-82 Lounge has brought a whole new level of cool to World Celebration. It’s sleek, it’s calm, and the drinks are on a different level than most Disney World bars. But as much as we’re loving it, there are a few things that have us wishing it could just go that extra inch and be perfect. So let’s talk about the little issues that are kinda driving us nuts.
A hidden gem that we love at Disney World is the bars and lounges! These spots are an oasis from the busy crowds of the theme parks. To make them the paradise they are, seating is limited, and you might struggle to get a reservation.
Manhattan in the Morning Mocktail at GEO-82
We spoke with the Disney experts (i.e., our incredible team of writers and reporters) to ask for their tips on securing those coveted spots. Here are the best tricks we have!
GEO-82 is officially open, and let us tell you—this lounge is NOT your average Disney World watering hole.
Geo-82
It’s sophisticated, pricey, and tucked away in a spot you’ve probably walked past a hundred times without noticing. And just like Cinderella’s Royal Table, you’re mostly paying for the atmosphere, the exclusivity, and the bragging rights. Here’s what you should know before you grab a reservation—and why this new EPCOT lounge might just be your next must-do (if you’re willing to splurge).
There’s a brand-new lounge hiding in EPCOT, and let’s just say…it’s not where you think it is.
Geo-82
Disney just opened the GEO-82 Lounge, and while it’s all sleek lines and grown-up vibes on the inside, you’ll probably walk right past the entrance if you don’t know what you’re looking for. This is EPCOT’s first adults-only lounge, and Disney did not phone this one in. So if you’re on the hunt for next-level cocktails, smooth jazz, and a spot that doesn’t scream “theme park,” here’s exactly how to find it.
A new lounge has just opened in EPCOT, and yes, we’ve been anxiously awaiting its arrival.
Geo-82
Now, we previously got a sneak peek at this new lounge, GEO-82, ahead of its opening. However, it’s officially open now, so we’re going back inside again to try out all the food and drinks the new lounge has to offer! So join us as we review EPCOT’s brand new GEO-82!
Disney World has been focused on bringing in new experiences for guests throughout the parks, and one way they’ve been doing this is with lounges. Lounges are specialized spaces that mainly focus on drinks and small plates, where guests can sit in a relaxing space before heading back to their park day.
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Two new lounges are coming to Disney World. The Beak and Barrel, a pirate-themed lounge, will open in late 2025, and GEO-82, the first adults-only lounge, will open on June 4th. While we’re excited for these to open, let’s chat about why Disney is opening them.
The Disney Destiny, the latest ship from the ever-expanding Disney Cruise Line, is just about ready to for guests, and we got to see some of the ship’s NEW elements up close!
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The ship, which will have its maiden voyage this November, will be themed to Heroes and Villains and be “inspired by the dynamic duality of every great Disney story when developing this new ship, where opposing forces of light and dark drive characters to rise to their purpose” according to Disney’s Imagineers.
Here at DFB, we’re in a not-so-secret love affair with Disney World lounges.
Dahlia Sliders
What better way to enjoy a sampling of small plates and delicious beverages, while also getting in a little R&R in the middle of a busy Disney day? There are several lounges spread throughout Disney World, both in the hotels and the parks, but some of them are near and dear to our hearts. Today, we’re sharing a full tour of one of our favorites — the Dahlia Lounge at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort.
While 2025 may be the year of Disney World closures, there are so many new offerings opening this year!
Cinderella Castle
This includes new stage shows, a nighttime parade, Test Track 3.0, and two ride-themed lounges! We are super excited that both of the lounges will open in Magic Kingdom and in EPCOT and are huge fans of the direction that Disney is taking as we are suckers for a ride theme! Although we can’t wait to dine at these lounges when they open later this year, we are a bit worried about this one reason.
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