39 Best Bars in Lake Buena Vista

“Awesome place ! Gipsy was great too“

“A Flavorful Evening with Stellar Service We stopped in for apps and drinks this evening and had a fantastic experience. Our server, Nayeli, was outstanding—attentive, knowledgeable, and quick with spot-on recommendations. The clothesline bacon was a definite highlight. A savory-sweet indulgence, but what really surprised me was the rosemary garnish. Just a touch of it with each bite completely opened up the flavor—adding a subtle, aromatic layer that elevated the whole dish. It's an unexpected twist that truly works. Also, shoutout to the bar: the scotch Old Fashioned was one of the best I’ve had—easily in my top five. Balanced, smooth, and clearly made with intention. Highly recommend for anyone who appreciates bold flavors, thoughtful cocktails, and sharp, attentive service. We’ll absolutely be back.“

“Have you ever been to a restaurant where there’s a cohesive staff where there’s four team members that go above and beyond that actually take care of you and make sure that your food is good and that service is good? Let me tell you this restaurant there are four staff members back behind the bar who went above and beyond made sure we were taken care of made sure that our food was good. Made sure our drink stayed full and all around. They were actually great to be around. Dairis, Joe, Kaiya, Loraine were the four staff members were behind the bar and I would specifically come back for each and every single one of them. They were that good!!! So do yourself a favor go in just to see any of those four or all four together to see how well they work together because honestly again I would just go back for them alone. And yes, my tomahawk steak was good along with the asparagus and the potatoes. And the four of them made sure of that!!!“

“This is my favorite WDW restaurant! The menu is not big, but everything I have had is excellent, as is the service! My favorites are thr Musbi, Poke bowls and the Short Ribs Loco Moco. The drinks on menu are interesting, all a bit different than or have a unique twist, I can’t give them the same stellar reviews because of that, but it is a full bar and everything else Inhave ordered has been great. We often eat in the bar area, it’s comfortable and has good views, but the tables are low, so keep that in mind. Our bill was high because we had several drinks, appetizers and shared a dish. Disney prices for sure, but you can spend less, as they have dishes under 25.00. Picture of the banana old fashion (a little too sweet and dried banana) and Ahi wonton nachos… took a couple bites before I remembered to snap!“

“Always make you feel special and love the happy hour“

“Kidani Village is our favorite resort! It was so peaceful to come back to after a long day. The views are incredible and the staff is spectacular.“

“We were lucky enough to get in and we were blown away. Not only was the atmosphere beautiful and futuristic, but the drinks and service was out of this world. Ricky was our bartender and he went above and beyond. Not only was he fun to talk to, but he provided us with creativity, education on Disney and cocktails, and amazing service. He even created us a unique cocktail based off of our liquor interests. If this was a bar within our town we would make it our local spot to go to just for his amazing service and creative cocktails.“

“A lovely quiet resort, immaculately presented and close to Disney Springs. We had a studio which was great for our family, really spacious. Lots of storage and useful kitchenette. Daily housekeeping was great, plentiful supply of towels, coffee, soaps etc. Wider resort was lovely to walk around. We were in Paddock which is a good distance between the main springs area and Disney springs. The pool area in paddock has a slide and kids splash park with a great bar, which has a drinks station for resort mugs open till 10. Buses were not full as we were on stop 3, not far to walk to our room in block 5. Used the artists palette for a few supplies and one breakfast. Nice but there were better quick serve food selections in non DVC resorts. All staff were great, quick to help and made our stay a breeze. Wouldn’t hesitate to return or recommend, but more resorts to try out yet.“

“A lovely quiet resort, immaculately presented and close to Disney Springs. We had a studio which was great for our family, really spacious. Lots of storage and useful kitchenette. Daily housekeeping was great, plentiful supply of towels, coffee, soaps etc. Wider resort was lovely to walk around. We were in Paddock which is a good distance between the main springs area and Disney springs. The pool area in paddock has a slide and kids splash park with a great bar, which has a drinks station for resort mugs open till 10. Buses were not full as we were on stop 3, not far to walk to our room in block 5. Used the artists palette for a few supplies and one breakfast. Nice but there were better quick serve food selections in non DVC resorts. All staff were great, quick to help and made our stay a breeze. Wouldn’t hesitate to return or recommend, but more resorts to try out yet.“

“Went here with my grandparents and were greeted by Marcia and Shelly who were lovely and welcoming. We went every day and were always greeted with the same smile and service. Sadly the manager who worked there I didn’t catch his name he was also lovely and I went so often they gave me a free drink which was so kind. They shared stories and jokes which kept us entertained. Would recommend.“

“This is a must! Not sure why our event was held in the Toledo Restaurant instead of Three Bridges. Weather? Needed more tables? Either way, we had a great time.

We went up to the 16th floor and checked in. They have a specific table for you which is already decked out with your glasses of sangria and chips with salsa and guacamole. When ready, your hosts (Robert and Ashley were awesome) will begin with some facts and go into the history of sangria. And it wasn't boring.

Oh, and you get a great view of the Disney property from the bathrooms. Lol.“

“A great stop of you want a drink, and something to eat, but don't want quick service.
The servers are kind and personable, the prices are on par for Disney dining.
It's in the same space as quick service, so it can get noisy at times.“

“You can get the bread pudding they serve at Sebastian's if you ask! The best bread pudding I've ever had, and I'm not even a huge fan of tropical flavors. Had the banana cabana drink, which was very good. The live band really impressed me as well. And a view of the fireworks if you time it right! Didn't have any actual food, but might be worth a try.“

“Muddy Rivers Pool Bar at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort is exactly what a Disney pool day should feel like. Relaxed, fun, and just enough energy without being chaotic. It’s located right by the main pool, so you can keep an eye on the kids while still enjoying an actual adult beverage, which is a rare Disney win.

Ken behind the bar is the real deal. Friendly, quick, and knows his cocktails. He made some of the best specialty drinks we’ve had on Disney property. Full bar, great frozen options, strong pours, and the presentation was on point. If you’re staying at Port Orleans Riverside or French Quarter, this spot is a must between park days.

The atmosphere is perfect for families. Kids are splashing around, music playing, palm trees swaying, and you’re sitting there with a legit craft cocktail instead of a watered down theme park drink. It feels like a little vacation inside your vacation.

If you’re looking for the best pool bar at Disney’s Port Orleans, Muddy Rivers delivers. Great drinks, great service, and a laid back vibe that makes you want to hang out longer than you planned. Ask for Ken. You’ll be glad you did.“

“This little drink shack packs a powerful punch - literally - with everything from daiquiris to beers and a full bar. Sometimes the line can be a little long and if so, there are other places to buy booze on the right and the left - you can even get drinks at the produce market next door. Convenience comes to mind here. ?“

“There's a nice open layout with table service and a full bar. There's a multi page cocktail menu. This includes beer, wines by the glass, and a spirit list. We went for just one drink but stayed for 2 due to the nice service from Bianca. The Aperil Spritz we ordered were great. What is it about driving around maniacs for 2 hours that makes you want to drink before you go out drinking?“

“This is such a great spot. Perfect little walk up bar right by Everest. We’ve never waited in line but we’ve always ended up seeing a line after we’ve ordered so maybe that’s just luck of the draw. The bartenders are really great and can make accommodations upon request. For example, there was a drink I was really interested in but it had whiskey and I’m just not a fan. She recommended a replacement and adjusted the recipe accordingly. It was amazing and I ended up going back for a second. The only reason I can’t give all 5 stars and I truly believe Disney waters down its booze (and I get why, but it offends me lol)“

“Absolutely love the bar service here. The staff are amazing. We had a cucumber mint mojito and it was the best (could use a bit more booze but I feel that way about all Disney drinks for the most part). The island chicken Caesar salad is so good.“

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“I'd been going through a health crisis with my husband and stayed at the Wyndham near Disney Springs. I went to DS at night after hospital visits to send my husband photos, his insisence. Lena at the bar at Dockside not only listened to me but remembered me and made me feel welcome and I felt that she cared. I've been going here for years and the staff (Tom, who's not longer there, I miss you) and Lena and her fellow bar tenders go out of their way. I am looking forward to my November 2036 trip.“

“This is always a must for us when on property. We often stay at Wilderness Lodge and eat here at least twice each time. Never had a bad experience here. The food is always amazing. The service is excellent 99% of the time and the atmosphere is very relaxing.“

“just sitting overlooking the water“

“Justin our waiter was amazing! He answered all our questions and was great to just talk with him… He is VERY knowledgeable and all around amazing waiter… He went above and beyond for us we will always request him…“

“Such a cute little spot! The Barcelona Lounge is tucked away just below the reception area at the Walt Disney Resort—you can take the stairs or the lift to get there. The glass walls give you a really nice view of the water, which makes it a lovely place to just sit and relax. I stopped by for coffee and a small bite, and it hit the spot. Just keep in mind they have specific serving times, so you might not always get food service, but it's still a great place to hang out or get some work done while you're waiting for a ride or between meetings. The staff was super friendly too!“

“First time in Disney for 15 years, and for a "budget" is fantastic ! Well themed sky liner resort. Beds are so comfy, just what you need after a long day in the parks. The food court is great, but It can get a little repeative if you're there for 14 days. 3 awesome pools, plenty of benches to sit by hour glass lake and watch the world go by and relax. 5-10 minute walk to the skyliner station. I'm An uber from Orlando Airport was $55 and took about 40 mins in the late afternoon/ evening. September 2022“

“Love this place, the ambiance is great, great jazz music and the beignets were delicious!“

“Fabulous bar service with an equally fabulous outdoor seating area for a drink“

“This was a nice and quiet lounge to hang out at. The staff members were awesome and the views are as well. The food was ok and the drinks were great. I liked that you have options to make your own old fashioned. Was also nice that you can see the fireworks from Epcot while being up there as well. Will definitely be back.“

“Just had a much needed break from the crowds, great view“

“Nice pool for kids and adults. Nice bar for the adults. Great day for in between park visits. Big slide for the kids, hot tub and toddlers splash area. They have it all here.“

“We had a great time at Villatel. We stayed with two other families to help with the cost and the place was big enough. no one was stepping over another. Having your own private pool was a game changer and that in itself is a huge reason to stay. The kids loved the game room, but the sleeping arrangement in that room made the big difference because they all had their own little space. The kitchen was appointed perfectly, just bring your own groceries and instead of eating out, we cooked almost every night. Having a washer and dryer was awesome as we had fresh clothes and towels every day. We didn't rely on housekeeping for anything because everything we needed was already there. Don't pack the kitchen sink when heading here, they already have one.“

“Great experience overall! Our bartender was super friendly, talkative, and made our party feel welcome. The drinks were amazing—he made two really cool mocktails for us, along with great drinks like the Seychelles Martini and Baobab 75. Prices were reasonable, and the atmosphere was great with the theme and decorations. Located inside Kidani Village at Animal Kingdom Lodge, it’s a family-friendly spot with great staff. Definitely recommend!“

“Chef Michael is a BOSS!

Hands down one of the best burgers I’ve ever ordered. Booming with flavor.

The trio dip was fantastic. The queso was average to solid. The roasted corn dip you could eat with a spoon it’s so dang good and absolutely the best/freshest guacamole I’ve ever had.

The entire staff was kind and engaging. Our server Arber was one of the best servers I’ve ever had the pleasure of interacting with. One of the most polite and genuine humans you will meet.

We are very pleased to have ended our day early at the parks to enjoy the amenities of the resort and this experience was the icing on the cake.“

“The service can take a while depending when you go, but the food is delicious. The pineapple bread is a must-have, and the desserts are excellent!“

“Once again I'm impressed with this Four Seasons property. Every restaurant and experience has been exceptional. The lunch at PB&G was exceptional. We had exemplary service in a beautiful outdoor setting! The food was delicious and libations creative. This property continues to impress me.“

“Marcus and Karrin were exceptionally attentive to all needs and recommendations were on point. Karrin is a fabulous mixologist. Cocktails were on point. Go enjoy a meal here.“

“Sommerfest was such a fun stop during EPCOT’s Drink Around the World challenge! I loved the German theme, from the decor and architecture to the overall atmosphere. The attention to detail really made the area feel immersive and added to the experience. I grabbed a beverage and enjoyed taking in the great vibes while exploring the Germany Pavilion. A perfect spot to slow down, relax, and appreciate the atmosphere while making your way around World Showcase.“

“Great fun for all the ages of our group from 7 to 70.“

“They do a great job! Never disappointed!“