food IS a theme park
Well, it’s the end of an era! A restaurant in Disney Springs has permanently closed, with the promise of something new coming to replace it.
Wolfgang Puck
Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill has closed in Disney Springs, and Disney hasn’t announced anything yet, but it is a big restaurant space, and we hope it doesn’t stay closed for long.
We’re sorry to remind you of this sad news out of Disney Springs, but it’s still so shocking to us that we’ve had to force ourselves to remember that it’s happening.
Burger from Wolfgang Puck’s
Just over a week ago, a rumor began flying that a popular Disney Springs restaurant would be closing permanently, seemingly out of nowhere. We went to go check it out ourselves, and sure enough, it was proven to be true. If you want to eat at Wolfgang Puck’s, you’ve got less than a week left to do so.
We’ve got some pretty shocking news out of Disney Springs that you need to know about, because it very well could affect your upcoming vacation.
Wolfgang Puck Bar and Grill
Some of our favorite restaurants in all of Walt Disney World Resort are located in Disney Springs. You can find basically any style of food you’re looking for, or snack around at various spots throughout the day. However, it’s just been confirmed that a popular restaurant is closing down PERMANENTLY.
When I’m planning a Disney World vacation, my visits to Disney Springs are more of a luxury rather than something I focus a trip around. However, as Disney Springs keeps evolving and upgrading its offerings, it’s hard to ignore that the outlet has quickly become a destination location that deserves your attention — on top of a wild amount of strategy.
Disney Springs
If you haven’t been to Disney Springs in a minute, I need you to hear me out — things have changed. Which means that there are some NEW rules you need to know about — whether you’re checking out the new restaurant from Gideon’s or doing some vacation shopping. Trust me — nothing ruins a perfectly planned Disney day faster than parking in the wrong area, getting stopped at security, having trouble finding the right store, or realizing the vibe is very different from what you expected.
Remember when Disney Springs was just a casual shopping area where we could wander aimlessly, maybe grab some food at Earl of Sandwich, and call it a day? Those simpler times are long gone. Today’s Disney Springs has evolved into a destination that might require almost as much strategic planning as a park day — and many people don’t realize this until they’re already caught in the chaos.
Disney Springs
I’ve watched countless families waste precious vacation hours because they didn’t understand how dramatically Disney Springs has changed. Heck, I’ve been insanely late for a dining reservation myself because I didn’t realize the sheer madness of the Disney Springs parking garages on the weekends!
When you visit the most popular theme park destination in the world, it’s not totally unfeasible that you might run into a celebrity.
Disney Springs
Celebrity sightings are nothing new at Disney World. However, celebrity chef sightings can be a bit more hit or miss. With that said, your odds are still decent at Disney World, considering the resort is home to TONS of celebrity chef restaurants and other fine-dining experiences. If your goal is to see a celebrity chef, we recommend checking out some Disney World spots during future visits!
Disney World brunch is MORE than just your standard plate of bacon and eggs. So let’s start your day off on the right foot with some of the BEST Disney World brunch dining on property!
Mickey and Minnie Waffles
If you’re one of those Disney vacation folks who thinks breakfast is the most IMPORTANT meal of the day, then you’ve come to the right place. But even if you’re not big on the breakfast scene, stick around. Because we’re gonna be looking at not just some of our FAVORITE places to dine for the A.M. at Disney World, but also some of the most convenient AND most unique offerings (that may change the way you look at brunch foods entirely).
There are tons of rules in Disney World, and most of them make perfect sense.
Disney Springs
Don’t run (you could get hurt), don’t be rude to Cast Members (or anyone, for that matter), and don’t wear purposefully offensive shirts. These are just a few of Disney’s rules for their theme parks. Also, some table service restaurants also have a dress code. But this rule right here? It surprised us.
Walt Disney World can be EXPENSIVE. Surprising…I know! 😉 Depending on how you plan, that price tag can skyrocket. We’ve shared lots of tips on how to save money on your Disney vacation, but there are some unavoidable expenses that you’ll run into along the way.
How much does WDW food really cost?
Once you’re at Disney World, you’ll probably be eating all of your meals there. Avoid sticker shock by looking at menus before you arrive! Disney has over 400 restaurants to choose from and there’s a pretty big variety of options and costs.
Disney dining can be pricey!
Price increases continue to impact a lot of food options throughout the restaurants at Walt Disney World. (In early 2022, we saw HUNDREDS (literally, hundreds) of price increases impact restaurants and snack spots throughout Disney World. Popcorn refills & popcorn buckets, DOLE Whip floats, Mickey’s Premium Ice Cream Bars, Mickey waffles, alcoholic drinks, and MORE all went up in price.)
Disney Springs has tons of restaurants, so choosing a spot to eat can feel daunting.
Disney Springs
From fresh, authentic Spanish cuisine to Irish eats with plenty of lively entertainment, Disney Springs has it all. But today, I’m headed to Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill to see if it was good as I remembered. Care to join me?
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