Disney World’s highly anticipated Pirates of the Caribbean-themed tavern is finally open, and we learned A LOT during our first visit!

Beak and Barrel

The Beak and Barrel opened to reservation-only crowds and peak excitement — seriously, I have been covering Disney Parks for decades and have rarely seen excitement levels this high for a new eatery — at the end of August. We’ve already dropped a full review of the restaurant’s pirate-themed food and drinks, but there was plenty more we learned during our visit.

The Time Limit is Strict

Like Oga’s Cantina in Galaxy’s Edge before it, The Beak and Barrel has a 45-minute time limit, and it’s one Disney is strictly enforcing.

Island Provisions

We were reminded of the policy when we sat down, and were served our check as soon as the 45-minute mark hit. Given how much there is to see inside the tavern, it can be easy to let time slip by, but definitely be cognizant so you don’t hit the time limit with unfinished food and drinks.

Reservations are the Only Way In… for Now.

While Disney revealed long before opening that the Beak and Barrel would technically be reservation-only, some still thought that the tavern would have a walk-up list to make up for no-shows and walkouts. During our visit, we confirmed that this would NOT be the case for the tavern, and that there would be no walk-up list for the tavern at least through the end of the year. However, that doesn’t mean that you should give up if you’re unable to get a reservation as soon as your window opens…

The Beak and Barrel

Reservation Drops

Similar to Disney’s other major 2025 lounge — EPCOT’s GEO-82 — reservations for The Beak and Barrel can appear to disappear quickly. However, Disney will often drop new reservations on a daily basis to make up for cancellations, openings based on operations, etc. We’d definitely advise you to diligently check the app each day, as you’ll usually be able to find something at some point before your visit.

Booking The Beak & Barrel on the My Disney Experience App ©Disney

Seating is Not Guaranteed

If you are able to score a Beak and Barrel reservation, that doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll have seats at a table. The tavern does feature tables, but there is also barstool seating and standing room only areas, and given the current level of crowds, there’s really not much choice in where you end up.

The Beak and Barrel

Be Prepared to Miss Some Elements

Depending on which room you’re seated in, there may be some elements of theming you miss out on during your visit. For example, you’ll need to be seated in the main room to fully experience Rummy the animatronic’s various bits and skirts. Given the extensive amount of easter eggs and lore spread throughout the restaurant, this is almost unavoidable.

Rummy!

These are just some of the elements we noticed during our first visit to The Beak and Barrel. Stay tuned to DFB for further coverage as the new tavern evolves.

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