The Best Bar in Walt Disney World Orlando, Florida

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Terry Ward

Just before Walt Disney selected Orlando as the site of what he called his Florida Project, he had very nearly settled on St. Louis as the follow-up to Disneyland park. But when St. Louis city officials asked which brewery would receive the Magic Kingdom's beer concession, Walt informed them the Magic Kingdom would be no place for beer, and the deal fell apart. Funnily enough, today you'll find almost as many watering holes as there are Disney characters. After beating your feet around a theme park all day, there are lounges, bars, speakeasies, pubs, sports bars, and microbreweries where you can settle down with a soothing libation. Your choice of nightlife can be found at various Disney shopping and entertainment complexes—from the casual down-by-the-shore BoardWalk to the much larger Disney Springs, which is comprised of the Marketplace, The Landing, Town Center, and the West Side, each with an impressive assortment of shopping and dining options.

Rose & Crown Pub

EPCOT

At this rollicking pub you can sing along with the piano or just listen to a jazzy version of last year's hits. Indulge in a whiskey flight or sing along with the pianist while raising a specially made pub blend. The atmosphere is adults-only, though children are allowed, and reservations are highly recommended. Note that the Pub and Dining Room are two different eateries and not connected physically. The English gardens across the walk are a perfect and perfectly quiet place to enjoy a pint and respite from the sometimes chaotic EPCOT crowd.