Top 9 Lounges at Disney World

Thirsty for a drink unlike any other and for an atmosphere to match it? Here’s our list of the top 10 lounges we’ve found to be unsurpassed in drink selections and in ambiance at Disney World. Take a pick at what your favorite may be – better yet, try as many as you’d like!

9 – The Wave Lounge

Location: Contemporary Resort

Get lost in a wave of blue color amidst some of the trendiest and chic menu selections a Disney lounge could offer. Try the delicious appetizers such as The Wave Signature Burger or Vegetarian Flatbread. Wash it down with some organic beer or one of the menu specialty cocktails. The drinks here are great, but it’s the atmosphere that wins The Wave Lounge a spot on this list. We aren’t sure if it’s the glow of blue colors or what, but this is a great place to unwind.

8 – Victoria Falls Lounge

Location: Animal Kingdom Lodge

Dine and drink in what looks like a perfect portrait of a South African inspired masterpiece! This beautiful lounge will not only keep you gazing at its’ vibrant colors and flickering fire pit, but the drink menu is unlike any other lounge at Disney. Try their specialty beers from Africa such as Casa Premium Lager and Tusker Premium Lager. Victoria Falls has a large list of specialty cocktails, wines, and sangrias. You won’t walk away from this place thirsty!

7 – Tambu Lounge

Location: Polynesian Village Resort

A Hawaiian style, tropical oasis awaits you at Tambu Lounge. Lush greenery, wood carved chairs and décor, and friendly service – Tambu Lounge is one of our favorites to enjoy a glass of paradise. The full bar can serve up just about anything you could imagine, but are well known for their tasty tropical drinks such as Island Sunset, Tropical Macaw, Lapu Lapu, and the Backscratcher. Aloha!

6 – La Cava del Tequila

Location: Epcot’s Mexico Pavilion

Head to Epcot’s World Showcase to take part in a celebration of tequila! Taste the many flavors of tequila tapas style with excellent food or with a full glass. The beautiful glow of the dim lights and colorful artwork in and around La Cava del Tequila make guests feel as if they have been swept away to Mexico.

5 – Tune-In Lounge

Location: Hollywood Studios in 50’s Prime Time Café

Retro is the key word here! The moment you enter Tune-In Lounge you are surrounded by retro furniture and even black and white television shows from the 50’s. The full 50’s Prime Time Café menu is available at the bar, along with some great signature drinks such as Dad’s Electric Lemonade, Patrón Platinum Margarita, and much more. Beer, wine, and desserts overflow at this retro lounge!

4 – STK Orlando

Location: Disney Springs, The Landing

Looking for the newest, trendiest place to lounge? STK Orlando is the place! Take a break from shopping at Disney Springs and taste some awesome flavors of beer, wine, and champagne at this chic steakhouse bar. With the DJ playing favorite tunes and the modern atmosphere of this steakhouse, you’re sure to have a high-energy evening at STK.

3 – Jellyrolls

Location: BoardWalk

Get ready for some top of the lines drinks while watching a great performance between two dueling pianos! The nightlife is at an all-time high at Jellyrolls. It’s likely while strolling the BoardWalk, you’ll spot the crowds and hear the music and know this is the place to be. Jellyrolls keeps the drinks flowing!

2 – River Roost Lounge

Location: Port Orleans Riverside

As much as we love the drinks at River Roost Lounge at Port Orleans Riverside, we also love listening to “Yehaa Bob” perform like no other! Have a few drinks from the vast bar menu while listening to Bob play some great tunes on the piano and throw some funny and entertaining stories and jokes at the crowd. Looking for another option at Port Orleans? Scat Cat’s Club on the French Quarter side is another lounge worth checking out.

1 – California Grill Lounge

Location: Contemporary Resort

Unable to snag those hard to get California Grill reservations? Here’s your chance to enjoy the full California Grill menu along with some spectacular cocktails. The seating is first come, first served in the lounge so be sure to show up early. With signature drinks such as Sake Martini, Twisted Mai Tai, and Classic Side Car plus a vast wine and beer selections, it won’t be difficult to stick around at the California Grill Lounge to catch a perfect view of the Magic Kingdom fireworks.