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Disney Dining Finally Reopens But With A Warning In Place

Disney Dining Finally Reopens But With A Warning In Place


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Guests hoping to enjoy this newly reopened Disney Dining location will want to take note of this warning from Disney.

Walt Disney World Resort Refurbishment

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Disney’s Grand Floridian is currently in a major refurbishment. First, the villas received a soft goods overhaul with subtle nods to Mary Poppins and the Sherman Brothers. Last summer, Disney completed converting the Big Pine Key building into DVC accommodations and rooms.

We have also shared some other refurbishment news, which leads us to believe an overhaul of the entire resort is imminent. With so many projects underway to transform the Grand Floridian, the fan-favorite dining location, Narcoossee’s, was set to undergo an extended refurbishment.

Narcoossee’s Reopening

credit: Jamie F.

Narcoossee’s closed on June 18 for an extended refurbishment. Narcossee’s will reopen at the Grand Floridan on April 1, 2023, with a great new look and menu options. Disney shares, “The new space incorporates the concept of “land and sea” and that’s exactly what the culinary teams drew inspiration from when developing the new menu.” Check out the great new menu options HERE.

Today Disney shared a few glimpses inside the newly refurbished Narcossee’s. We love the cool new look to this dining location. It appears that the refurbishment is not complete at this time.

Credit: Disney

Guests are warned by Disney, “Because we are still putting finishing touches on this beautiful new space, there may be select days in May and June where reservations are unavailable.” You will want to double-check the Walt Disney World website for travel dates in May and June to check for dining availability.

Work is still taking place at Narcoossee’s. There may be select days in May and June when reservations are unavailable.

Did you enjoy dining at this location in the past? Do you hope to enjoy these new menu options when they reopen? Share your thoughts in the comment section.

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