My party of 3 spent $77 at a 'Beauty and the Beast'-themed bar in Disney World, and it was totally worth it
Jenna Clark
- My party of 3 spent $77 at Disney World's Enchanted Rose, a bar themed after "Beauty and the Beast."
- I'm a huge fan of the film and was excited to see so much effort put into every detail of the decor.
Enchanted Rose is located at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa.
Enchanted Rose is a "Beauty and the Beast"-themed lounge on the second floor of the main building at the Grand Floridian.
It's known for its phenomenal theming as well as its delicious drinks and small plates.
We were able to sit in the library room.
There are four distinct spaces throughout the lounge including the bar, formal library, whimsical garden, and outdoor patio. Although each is beautifully themed, I wanted to sit in the library.
The library had more of a restaurant feel and can accommodate large groups. Being in bar environments tends to make me uncomfortable as someone who doesn't drink alcohol, so this was the perfect spot for me.
This lounge's theming is stellar, down to the rose-decorated coasters.
When we arrived at our table, one of the first things I noticed was the rose coasters.
Although this was a tiny detail, it greatly added to the overall experience.
Enchanted Rose has nonalcoholic options.
I appreciated the nonalcoholic drink options on the extensive beverage menu.
The rosemary cooler ($7) at Enchanted Rose is my favorite nonalcoholic cocktail in Disney World. I love how the lemon, vanilla, and rosemary flavors blend together to make an extra-bitter taste.
The lounge has various snacks and small plates available.
My friends and I decided to share three appetizers for dinner.
I found the food menu extensive for a lounge. It included plates like caviar, house-made truffle fries, smoked trout-and-crab dip, and croquettes.
We ordered a seasonal flatbread, house-made truffle fries, and hummus.
The truffle fries were delicious, but I was disappointed with how tiny the portion was.
The truffle fries, topped with black truffle and aged Parmesan and served with a side of truffle aioli, were a wonderful first course.
Although they were delicious, I thought $14 for the small portion size was outrageous.
I'd prefer the truffle fries from Ale & Compass at Disney's Yacht Club Resort, where a larger portion costs $6.
The hummus was delicious and very filling.
The hummus dish ($12) consisted of tapenade, smoked paprika, and grilled pita bread. This was my first time trying tapenade — a spread made primarily of olives — and I liked it more than I thought I would.
The serving size was plentiful, and our server brought us spoons, which were great for when we ran out of pita chips.
The seasonal flatbread was my favorite of the three plates.
I'm not normally someone who eats flatbreads, but it turned out to be my favorite dish at the lounge.
The seasonal offering ($18) was topped with artichoke, fig, ricotta, roasted garlic, and watercress.
I wasn't sure if the flavors were going to work well together, but I quickly wished I'd ordered one for myself instead of sharing.
After we were done with our meal, we took a closer look at the decor.
As a huge fan of the 1991 animated film, I was impressed by the "Beauty and the Beast"-inspired paintings hung across the library.
I thought the paintings added to the aesthetic of the lounge and were nice to look at during our meal.
In addition to books, the library was also filled with antique-looking clocks and chandeliers to represent Cogsworth and Lumière.
A large golden chandelier, representing Belle's iconic yellow ball gown, hangs above the bar.
The bar room had plenty of sofas where guests could lounge and mingle.
Among the decor was a magical rose, like the one from the film. I was glad to see this incorporated, especially since the rose inspired the lounge's name.
But what immediately caught my eye, was the bright, golden chandelier in the center of the room. It reminded me, aesthetically, of Belle's iconic yellow ballgown.
The whimsical garden room was peaceful and lovely.
The whimsical garden was quieter than the other rooms.
I found it very beautiful. It had strings of fairy lights and murals painted across the walls.
The outdoor patio was closed when I went, but it had a great view.
Although the outdoor patio was closed when I visited, a server allowed me to go outside and take some photos.
The patio provided a gorgeous view of the main pool area and the rest of the resort.
I love Enchanted Rose and would recommend it to anyone.
For three adults, the bill came out to $77 with tax and tip.
Although I've enjoyed past visits to the "Beauty and the Beast"-themed Be Our Guest in Magic Kingdom, I think Enchanted Rose is the better option for fans of the film who want a less expensive option.
The lounge is usually very crowded, especially later into the night, but it's worth the wait. From the second I walked in, I felt immersed by its theming, and I thoroughly enjoyed the food and drinks.
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