Food in and Around Disney's Yacht and Beach Club Resort

Jennifer Maxwell
Disney's Yacht and Beach Club and Beach Club Villas Resort complex has much to offer guests. Located across from Disney's Boardwalk resort within walking distance of Walt Disney World's Epcot and boating distance of Disney's Hollywood Studios, these twin resorts are a true vacation destination. In addition to the breezy atmosphere and amazing Stormalong Bay water park inspired pool, the Yacht and Beach Club offer dining from casual to signature.

Beach Club Marketplace. Located a short distance off the lobby of the Beach Club, the Marketplace doubles as a quick service restaurant and resort gift shop. Although guests can pick up towels, sweatshirts, souvenirs and sundries here, there is also a large selection of groceries and snacks as well. The counter also offers savory croissant sandwiches, yogurt parfaits and pastries for breakfast and gourmet sandwiches, made to order salads and soup for lunch and dinner. There is also a case filled with pastries and sweets and a large selection of decadent gelatos.

Cape May Café. Moving towards the Beach Club Lobby, guest will find Cape May Café, an open and breezy restaurant featuring a character buffet breakfast every morning and a New England style clambake buffet every evening. Mussels, clams, clam chowder and peel and eat shrimp are served up next to ribs, carved beef and pasta. The atmosphere is casual and laid back and the food is great!

Hurricane Hannah's. In the midst of the 3+ acre pool complex known as Stormalong Bay, swimmers and sunbathers can stop for a drink or a bite to eat at Hurricane Hannah's. One side is a bar where pina coladas and daiquiris are served up icy cold. The other side offers fresh salads, cold sandwiches and burgers that all really hit the spot.

Beaches and Cream. Right alongside the pool between the Beach Club and the Yacht Club is Beaches and Cream. Styled on 1950's diners, this small restaurant features enormous specialty sundaes along with cheeseburgers, hot dogs and sandwiches. The décor is whimsical with ice cream cone lights and a snack food border. If guests are really hungry, they can order the Kitchen Sink, an enormous sundae with all ice cream flavors and a myriad of toppings. Beaches and Cream to go is also available for the malts, shakes, cones and sundaes.

Captain's Grille. Moving over into the Yacht Club, The Captain's Grille is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner with casual menus. Breakfast offers both a buffet and menu options, lunch includes snacks and sandwiches, and dinner opens up the menu to include steaks, seafood and more. A quiet and out of the way restaurant, the Captain's Grille is always a good choice to begin or end your day.

Yachtsman Steakhouse. This signature steakhouse is home to some of the best cuts of beef on Disney property. The atmosphere is crisp and upscale, but hardly stuffy. The steaks are unmatched and come in cuts including New York Strip, porterhouse, filet and rib eye. Seafood and vegetarian entrees are always available for those who prefer to restrict their red meat intake. When you're looking for something a little more refined, yet still relaxed and excellent, this is the destination for you.

The Yacht and Beach Club and Beach Club Villas are outstanding resorts that create the perfect beachside vacation for Disney World guests. The location between Epcot and Disney's Hollywood Studios also make their restaurants a perfect break from the frenetic pace of the parks. So next time you're planning your day at Walt Disney World, see if you can fit in a trip to any one of the restaurants there. You'll be glad you did!

Published by Jennifer Maxwell

I am an English and Communication major, a wife, mom to a 6 year old son, a career professional and a self professed expert on Walt Disney World vacations! I believe in the saying "write what you know" so m...  View profile

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