Boatwright's Dining Hall

4.2
825 reviews

About

American Restaurant
Looking for southern hospitality in a casual but creative setting overlooking the Sassagoula River? Your ship has come in.

Details

  • DeliveryNot available
  • TakeoutNot available
  • Accepts reservationsAvailable
  • Requires reservationsNot available

Location

Boatwright's Dining Hall
1251 Riverside Drive, Lake Buena Vista, FL
32830, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.2
825 reviews
5 stars
492
4 stars
157
3 stars
73
2 stars
45
1 star
58

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Food Quality

Food quality was inconsistent, with some dishes praised while others were criticized as bland or poorly prepared.

Service

Service received mixed reviews; some customers praised attentive staff while others reported rude or inattentive service.

Atmosphere

The restaurant's atmosphere was generally appreciated, though some found it noisy and lacking in charm.

Value

Many customers felt the pricing did not match the quality of food, with some expressing disappointment in portion sizes and overall value.

Special Dietary Needs

The restaurant was noted for accommodating food allergies and dietary restrictions effectively.
  • BW
    Brian Watson
    5 days ago
    1.0
    Had a 6:00 reservation. Sat down at 6:30. The place was empty. We sat for thirty minutes and got one visit from the waitress. It took 30 minutes to get a water. After another 30 minutes we were served cold food. We ordered drinks. We got our drinks 5 minutes after our food arrived. We sat there for an hour and a half. Horrible service, horrible food. By far the worst service I’ve ever experienced at Disney world.
  • CK
    Caitlyn Killian
    Nov 15, 2025
    3.0
    My main course was meh but THAT BUTTER that comes with the cornbread. Simply chef’s kiss. Perfect temperature, perfect consistency, so spreadable and delicious. I will dream about that butter tonight 🧈
  • ST
    Steve Tunnell
    Nov 11, 2025
    5.0
    I was impressed with the quality of the food! Reviews seemed pretty mixed but it was a pleasant surprise to find that the all you can eat platter was solid. The sausage was a bit bland, but everything else from the green beans to the brisket hit the spot. I wish there were more sauce options to go with it, but I must give credit to our server and the kitchen for trying to come up with a spicy BBQ sauce on the fly when I was totally cool with what I already had. Nicola was really great and made the birthday meal a 10/10 experience! This was a total contrast to the cafeteria just down the hall, which was horrible. But I definitely recommend Boatwrights!
  • CG
    Christine Gosselin-Hamilton
    Nov 11, 2025
    4.0
    We go to this restaurant every visit to Disney World. I do love their jambalaya and my husband loves their chicken. I was disappointed that they skewer the shrimp now. Nobody wants to have to take their shrimp off a skewer, take the shells off and toss in the jambalaya. So much easier and tastier when all the ingredients are mixed together. I always go for my fix for jambalaya but I'm not sure I'll do that next time or go at all since the jambalaya is my go to. No need to make it fancy. Our server was new with her trainer close by. They were both wonderful !!! Atmosphere is cozy depending on where you sit. The AC was too high. Was cold
  • ML
    Mandy Lorian
    Oct 24, 2025
    5.0
    This is our second experience at this restaurant and it's still as excellent as ever. This is what the Disney experience is all about. This will always be our go to for Disney dining! Keep in mind, reservations are strongly suggested.

Frequently Asked Questions About Boatwright's Dining Hall

What type of cuisine does Boatwright's Dining Hall serve?

Boatwright's Dining Hall offers southern hospitality in a casual setting with American and Cajun cuisine.

What are the operating hours of Boatwright's Dining Hall?

The dining hall is open daily from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.