Disney’s Swan and Dolphin Restaurants Guide

Disney’s Swan and Dolphin Hotels have a considerable number of restaurants. Additionally, the surrounding Epcot Resorts Area has more options within walking distance. So, if you’re planning a stay at either of the resorts, you’ll want to be aware of your options. From multiple signature dining locations to table and quick-service options, these resorts offer a little bit of everything regarding dining.

This dining guide for the Swan and Dolphin will touch on those options below. We’ll preview each restaurant, including menus and photos of what to expect. As you are probably aware, the Swan and Dolphin are slightly different from the surrounding Walt Disney World Resorts. These two hotels are owned and operated by Marriott. A third hotel, the Swan Reserve, also sits nearby.

Fuel is spread out over a large area and offers a nice variety of options.

You’ll be able to find various beverages, including water, sodas, sports drinks, and juices. They also have a large selection of premade salads and sandwiches.

You’ll find plenty of snacks, chips, crackers, and similar items. Fuel has plenty of unique brands that you won’t find just anywhere. This is my go-to spot when I’m in the area and want something unique. When taking the FriendShips between Hollywood Studios and Epcot, I often stop here for a break.

They usually have a large selection of beer, wine, and prepackaged cocktails.

For breakfast, you’ll find a variety of bagels, muffins, and danishes. Several breakfast sandwiches are prepared to order. A few types of sandwiches and salads are available at lunch and dinner.

Specialty coffee drinks and tea are also available. They have a coffee bar area on one side of the shop.

Fuel has a couple of tables and chairs if you want to dine inside. If you prefer, there are usually a few tables and chairs outside of Fuel, close to the walkway that leads to the bus stop. The Dolphin’s lobby is also an excellent place to take a break.

A few chocolate and candy art sculptures are usually on display. It’s fun to see what the resort’s chefs created.

Rosa Mexicano has a modern, contemporary vibe and a unique spin on Mexican cuisine. We dined here when they first opened and were impressed with the menu and the food we tried.

Here are the fresh Ahi tuna tacos on the lunch and dinner menu. They are an excellent item if you enjoy sushi-grade tuna.

Related: Rosa Mexicano Review at Disney

Cabana Bar and Beach Club

The Cabana Bar and Beach Club is a poolside restaurant beside the fabulous Grotto Pool. It offers mobile orders and has a separate walk-up dining area. This location also doubles as the pool’s bar.

• Location: Between the Grotto Pool and The Dolphin
• Hours: 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
• Disney: Menu with Prices

On a previous visit, I enjoyed a salad and an order of sweet potato fries from the Cabana Bar and Beach Club. The atmosphere was perfect, the service excellent, and the meal delightful. Make sure to eat here while staying at the resort.

Related: Pools at the Swan and Dolphin

Across the lake, we have the Swan Hotel. Since the resorts are only a few steps apart, guests can easily enjoy either hotel’s restaurants and amenities. Disney’s Swan is more of a boutique hotel with fewer crowds. Meanwhile, the Dolphin has a convention center attached to it and is often busier.

Java is an excellent place to grab a coffee or a pastry. It also has a decent selection of grab-and-go items.

They typically have the same items, including sandwiches that are available at Fuel and Grounds at the Swan Reserve.

Related: Java at Disney’s Swan

While I haven’t had the opportunity to dine at Kimonos, the restaurant is definitely on my list to try. Orlando Sentinel readers voted it the top Orlando restaurant for sushi.

Swan Reserve and Other Nearby Options

The Swan Reserve is a neighboring hotel and sister to the Swan and Dolphin. You might prefer to walk over to the hotel and enjoy a meal at some point. Those restaurants include:

• Grounds
• Tangerine
• Stir
• Amare

Related: Swan Reserve Hotel Dining Guide

Lastly, the Epcot Resorts Area has plenty of other restaurants you might enjoy. Disney’s Boardwalk has several table-service restaurants, like Trattoria al Forno, Flying Fish, and The Cake Bake Shop. Disney’s Yacht Club also has several excellent options, like Ale and Compass Restaurant and Yachtsman Steakhouse. We have resort dining guides for each of these hotels that you might want to skim over before your visit. See Dining at Disney’s Beach and Yacht Club and Disney’s Boardwalk Restaurants List.

Final Thoughts on Restaurants at the Swan and Dolphin

This wraps up our preview of Disney’s Swan and Dolphin restaurants. Hopefully, this article gave you a good overview of dining options for your upcoming vacation. For more information, all of our articles for the resort are listed in our complete guide: Disney’s Swan and Dolphin Resort. Or you might enjoy these other related articles:

• Disney’s Swan and Dolphin Review
• Transportation Options at Disney’s Swan and Dolphin
• Laundry at Disney’s Swan and Dolphin
• The Walt Disney World Swan Reserve Review

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