What’s Cooking at the 2025 Swan and Dolphin Classic? Here’s the Full Menu
Food lovers, get ready! The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Classic returns in 2025, and the menus are now available. This popular weekend event in mid-November pairs exceptional cuisine, fine wines, craft beer, and lively entertainment. Whether you’re a frequent attendee or considering your first visit, this year’s menu reveals a lineup of creative bites, signature dishes, and delicious desserts from the resort’s award-winning restaurants. Below, we’ve provided a first look at everything you can try at this year’s Swan and Dolphin Classic!
2025 Swan and Dolphin Classic Menus
Here are the menus:
Bourbon Steak
Friday and Saturday:
- Red Wine Braised Wagyu Short Rib: Celery Root Espuma, Shallot Marmalade
Smokin’ D’s BBQ
Friday:
- Applewood Smoked Bacon: Sweet Corn Purée, Jicama-Fennel Vinegar “Slaw”, Pumpkin Seed Romesco
Saturday:
- Smoked Wagyu Beef Cheek: Brûléed Pearl Onion “Rings”, Roasted Garlic Boniato Foam, Nearly Burnt Miso and Ginger Barbecue Sauce, Pomegranate Pickled Komachi Turnip, Mizuna
Todd English’s Bluezoo
Friday and Saturday:
- Stir-Fried Rice: Blue Crab, Florida Gulf Shrimp, Tempura Shiitakes
- Asian Fried Spare Ribs: Okinawa Sweet Potato Purée, Crispy Slaw, Lime Chili Glaze, Edamame
Cabana Bar and Beach Club
Friday:
- Chirashi Bowl: Cured Salmon, Seasoned Sushi Rice, Shoyu Egg, Wakame, Pickled Radish, Cucumber, Edamame, Sriracha Aioli
Saturday:
- Pork Belly Bao: Slow Cooked Pork Belly, Hoisin Glaze, Pickled Carrot, Cucumber, Fresno Chili, Cilantro, Crushed Corn Nuts, Steamed Soft Bun
The Fountain
Friday:
- Mini Smash Burger: American Wagyu Beef, American Cheese, Caramelized Onion, Roma Tomato, Garlic Aioli, Cheddar-Jalapeno Slider Roll
Saturday:
- Mini Chili Dog: All Beef Frank, Soft Bun, House-Made Beef Chili
Il Mulino New York Trattoria
Friday and Saturday:
- Korean Corn Dogs: Turkey Hot Dog, Cheddar, Flamin’ Hot Cheetos
- “Pineapple Upside Down” Funnel Cake: Dole Whip® Sous Vide Pineapple, Luxardo Maraschino Cherry
- Mini Smoked “Turkey” Legs: Chicken Drumettes, Citrus Miso & Molasses Glaze, Crispy Cracked Corn
Kimonos
Friday:
- Sabich: Fried Eggplant, Israeli Salad, Pickled Watermelon Radish, Tahini Garlic Sauce, Amba, Micro Parsley, Mini Pita
Amare
Saturday:
- Green Falafel: Tahini Labneh, Calabrian Chili Oil, Seasonal Pickles, Pomegranate Seeds
Friday:
- Sabich: Fried Eggplant, Israeli Salad, Pickled Watermelon Radish, Tahini Garlic Sauce, Amba, Micro Parsley, Mini Pita
Saturday:
- Green Falafel: Tahini Labneh, Calabrian Chili Oil, Seasonal Pickles, Pomegranate Seeds
Garden Grove
Friday:
- Grilled Haloumi: Calabrian Chili Honey, Smoked Eggplant, Couscous Salad, Roasted Vegetables
Saturday:
- Pan-Fried Corn Griddle Cakes: Stewed Black Beans, Poblano Peppers, Papaya, Aji Amarillo
Lagoon – Games, Lanes & Eats
Friday:
- Fried Chicken Slider: Hand-battered chicken Breast, Orange Blossom Hot Sauce, Pickle Chips, Toasted Bun
Saturday:
- Dockside Steak Melt: Shaved Beef, Caramelized Onions & Mushrooms, Provolone Cheese, Aioli, Mini Hoagie Bun
Rosa Mexicano
Friday and Saturday:
- Elote Corn Ribs: Fried Corn Ribs, Spicy Queso Fresco, Epazote Aioli
- Sopes De Pollo: Fried Masa Patties, Red Chile Chicken, Refried Beans, Red Cabbage, Radish, Crema, Queso Cotija
- Chips & Salsa Bar: Fresh Fried Corn Tortilla Chips, Norteña, Tomatillo Arbol, Aguamole, Habanero Pickled Onions, Pico De Gallo, Tomatillo Pico
Chinatown
Friday and Saturday:
- Pan Fried Shrimp & Pork Dumplings: Ginger & Black Vinegar Dipping Sauce, House Made Chili Oil, Yu Chen’s Crispy Chili Oil
- Shu Mein: Shanghai Noodle, Braised Tofu, Shiitake Mushroom, Bamboo, Vegan Broth
- Pan Fried Zucchini & Scallion Pancakes: Hand Shredded Beef, Chinkiang Vinegar Sauce, XO Sauce
- Steamed Sticky Rice Siu Mai: Shiitake Mushrooms, Bamboo Shoots, Mushroom Oyster Sauce, Ginger & Black Vinegar Dipping Sauce, Chili Oil
For the Love of Florida
Friday and Saturday:
- Fried Apalachicola Oyster Sliders: Black Pepper and Scallion Coleslaw, Key Lime “Mignonette” Jam
- Citrus Habanero Marinated Crispy Pork Shoulder: “Griot”, Rice Pilaf, Stewed Red Beans, Pikliz
- Galbi Jang Gulf Shrimp: Soy Braised Elephant Garlic, Pickled Cucumber, Crispy Zucchini Chips, Korean Barbecue Glaze
- “Orange Peel” Beef: Florida Beef Tenderloin, Red Pepper, Hamlin Orange Glaze, Jicama-Cabbage Slaw, Toasted Macadamia
Beer Garden
Friday and Saturday:
- Crispy Fried Chicken Wings: Rickey’s Own Wing Sauce, Tempura Crunch, Buttermilk Ranch Dressing
- “No-Neck” Nachos: Crispy Corn Tortilla Chips, Slow Cooked Heritage Breed Pork, Chipotle Aioli, Pickled Red Onion, Chili Con Queso
- Smashed Fingerling Potatoes: Hand Crushed Potatoes, Imported Pecorino Romano Cheese, Soft Herbs, White Truffle Oil
Carnival Corner
Friday and Saturday:
- Korean Corn Dogs: Turkey Hot Dog, Cheddar, Flamin’ Hot Cheetos
- “Pineapple Upside Down” Funnel Cake: Dole Whip® Sous Vide Pineapple, Luxardo Maraschino Cherry
- Mini Smoked “Turkey” Legs: Chicken Drumettes, Citrus Miso & Molasses Glaze, Crispy Cracked Corn
Bubbles Lounge
Friday and Saturday:
- Smoked Buttered Popcorn Mousse: Pumpernickel, Quince, Leeks, Toasted Walnuts
- House Cured Salmon: Wonton Cup, Dill Crème Fraiche, Citrus Caviar, Fennel Pollen
- Truffle Yukon Gold Potato Chips
- Parmesan Crisps: Prosciutto, Roasted Peppers, Balsamic Caviar
- Miniature Brie Tart: Poached Pear, Roasted Georgia Pecans, Fig Caviar
Sweets & Desserts
Friday and Saturday:
- Chocolate Pecan Caramel Tart
- Green Tea, Lime Mango Mousse Dome
- The Cherry
- Blood Orange Guava Crème Brûlée
- Strawberry Mousse, Basil Lemon Olive Oil Cake Parfait
- Key Lime Pomegranate Tart
- Chocolate Cassis Mousse
- Sweet Corn Ice Cream Cone
Swan and Dolphin Classic Need-to-Knows
Here are a few need-to-knows about this year’s event.
When: November 14-15, 2025
What: Guests can enjoy unlimited food and beverages with the purchase of a Causeway event ticket, which offers four full hours of tastings from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Learn More: Classic Website
Special Offers:
- Guests visiting for the entire weekend can save 10% on a bundle ticket offer for both Friday and Saturday night.
- A room reservation discount is available for guests attending the Food and Wine Classic at the Swan, Dolphin, or Swan Reserve. (This offer must be booked in advance and is based on availability. Per their website, proof of event ticket purchase is required at check-in to validate the discounted rate. You’ll need to call 888-828-8850 to make this reservation.)
Final Thoughts
The Swan and Dolphin Classic offers a unique opportunity to sample some of the best dining that the Orlando area has to offer, all in one or two evenings. If you’re planning to attend, you might consider staying at the Swan and Dolphin Hotels, or the newer Swan Reserve. We have a review of the Swan and Dolphin and a separate review of the Swan Reserve available if you would like to know more.
If you’ll be traveling to the area in November, you might also like to read our overview of what it’s like to visit Disney World in November. Check back with ResortsGal.com for more updates.
In the Comments
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