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In addition to the two food courts, Port Orleans Riverside also features Boatwright’s Dining Hall, which is the only table service restaurant at the resort. Enjoy classic American favourites in a relaxing waterfront environment. This restored boat-construction warehouse is a shipbuilder’s paradise along the Sassagoula River. Home-style meals include heapin’ “Tin Pans” for breakfast [sadly no longer available] and tantalizing Southern entrées for dinner. It’s a boatload of fun! Themed after a wooden shipbuilding yard with vintage shipbuilding tools hanging on the walls inside the restaurant, even your cutlery is presented to your table in a woodworker’s toolbox. The partially built sailboat located inside the restaurant is actually an authentic reproduction of a flat bottom “New Orleans Lugger” that sailed the Mississippi River in the 1820s. Constructed at the Brewers Dauntless Ship Yard, you can find construction information and photos here. The 208-seat Boatwright’s Dining Hall is located inside the main Sassagoula Steamboat Co. building at Port Orleans Riverside, just between the River Roost lounge and the Riverside Mill food court. Boatwright’s is open daily for dinner from 5:00pm until 10:00pm, but is closed for breakfast and lunch (please use the adjacent Riverside Mill food court instead). Advanced Dining Reservations are recommended, especially during busy periods, or when the Disney Dining Plan is being offered as a free perk with resort room reservations. Call 1-407-WDW-DINE to book up to 180 days in advance. The “Disney Dining Plan” and “Tables in Wonderland” discount programmes are both accepted at this location. Please use the following links to see what sort of food choices and price ranges you can expect at Boatwright’s:
Also, the Walt Disney World website includes downloadable PDF menus for Breakfast (note: not currently being served), Dinner, Dessert and Kids Picks at Boatwright’s. |
As from Sunday 22nd February 2009, Boatwright’s Dining Hall no longer serves breakfast. Dinner reservations are unaffected. This means that the only on-site breakfast options for guests staying at either Riverside or French Quarter are now the counter service locations — and no more Sweet Potato Cakes or Banana-stuffed French toast, which must count as some sort of crime!
It is unclear at present whether this is merely a short term cost-cutting measure due to the current economic downturn or if this curtailment will continue in the longer term. Disney’s official word on the subject is as follows:
As a part of our normal course of business, we regularly evaluate our offerings and make appropriate adjustments as needed. Boatwright’s Dining Hall at Disney’s Port Orleans - Riverside will no longer be open for breakfast effective Sunday, February 22, 2009. Dinner will continue to be offered daily.
Guests looking for dining options at Port Orleans - Riverside throughout the day are invited to visit the Riverside Mill for a wide variety of meals or the River Roost for lounge-style dining. If looking for a more formal dining experience, please visit one of our many other Resort restaurants for breakfast or lunch including Olivia’s at Disney’s Old Key West Resort, Captain’s Grille at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort or The Wave at Disney’s Contemporary Resort.
 Boatwright’s Dining Hall at Port Orleans Riverside |
Boatwright’s Dinner Menu
(All selections and prices are subject to change at any time — Last Updated August 2011)Appetizers |
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| Bourbon Barbecue Shrimp with Grilled Grit Cake |
$10.99 |
| Spinach Salad with Grape Tomatoes, Raspberry Vinaigrette, Roasted Beets, Candied Pecans, and Goat Cheese |
$6.49 |
| Cajun-seasoned Crawfish Bites served with Rémoulade |
$10.49 |
| Chicken and Andouille Gumbo Slow-cooked in a Cajun-spiced Broth |
$6.49 |
| Romaine Salad Romaine, Parmigiano-Reggiano Croutons, and Prosciutto with our House Dressing |
$8.49 |
| French Onion Soup au Gratin Provolone and Swiss Cheese, Roasted Crouton |
$6.49 |
Entrées |
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| Jambalaya a Creole recipe with Spiced Chicken Thighs, Andouille Sausage, Shrimp, Rice, and Vegetables ~ Chateau Ste. Michelle Syrah, Columbia Valley ~ |
$17.99 |
| Grilled Tenderloin Medallions served with “Mac and Cheese,” Crayfish Beignet, and Red Wine Demi-glace ~ Atalon Merlot, Napa Valley ~ |
$27.49 |
| Grilled Pork Chop Amber Ale Barbecue Sauce, Cheesy Grits, and Onion Rings ~ Atalon Merlot, Napa Valley ~ |
$21.99 |
| Pasta with Shrimp Spinach, Mushrooms, Shallots, Peas, and Sun-dried Tomato Pesto with Orecchiette Pasta With Chicken As a Vegetarian Entrée ~ Newton Red Label Chardonnay, Napa Valley ~ |
$19.99 $18.99 $16.99 |
| Andouille-crusted Catfish with Cayenne Butter Sauce and Chive Aïoli ~ Sherwood Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough ~ |
$15.99 |
| Slow-roasted Prime Rib Red Wine Demi-glace with Yukon Gold Potatoes, Watercress and Balsamic Vinaigrette ~ MacMurray Ranch Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast ~ |
$27.99 |
| Voodoo Chicken with Red Beans, Rice, and Collard Greens ~ Newton Red Label Chardonnay, Napa Valley ~ |
$17.99 |
| Blackened Fish Fillet with a Grilled Grit Cake and Stewed Green Tomatoes ~ Sherwood Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough ~ |
$20.99 |
 Vegetarian JambalayaA lighter take on a New Orleans Classic with Asparagus, Mushrooms, Peppers, Onions, and Tomatoes with Rice ~ Chateau Ste. Michelle Syrah, Columbia Valley ~ |
$15.99 |
Sides |
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| Sautéed Mushrooms | $3.99 |
| Seasonal Vegetables | $3.99 |
| Southern Greens | $3.99 |
Desserts |
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| Pecan Pie A traditional Southern favorite |
$5.49 |
| New Orleans Bread Pudding with Rum Raisin Ice Cream and Foster Sauce |
$5.49 |
| Chocolate Cake with fresh Cream and Raspberry Sauce |
$5.99 |
| Bananas Foster Angel Food Cake served with Vanilla Bean Ice Cream |
$7.49 |
| Butterscotch Crème Brûlée with seasonal Berries |
$5.99 |
| No Sugar Added Lemon Pound Cake with seasonal Berries |
$6.49 |
We proudly serve Edy’s Ice Cream |
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An 18% service charge is added for parties of 6 or more. |
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Non-Alcoholic Specialties |
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| Glowing Character Punch Minute Maid Light Lemonade Punch served in a souvenir cup with a glowing Disney Character Light |
$6.49 |
| Mega-Berry Smoothie Raspberry Purée and Nonfat Yogurt blended with Odwalla Berries GoMega (an excellent source of Omega-3) |
$4.69 |
| Espresso | $3.69 |
| Cappuccino | $4.19 |
| Latte | $4.19 |
| Café Mocha | $4.69 |
Specialty Cocktails |
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| Magical Star Cocktail Light up your celebration with X-Fusion Organic Mango and Passion Fruit Liqueur, Parrot Bay Coconut Rum, Pineapple Juice, and a souvenir Multicolored Glow Cube |
$10.50 |
| Blue Bayou Old New Orleans Amber Rum, Peach Schnapps, Blue Curaçao, and Piña Colada Mix |
$9.50 |
| Cajun Creamsicle Old New Orleans Cajun Spiced Rum, Crème de Banana, White Crème de Cacao, and Vanilla Ice Cream |
$8.50 |
| The Big Easy Old New Orleans Amber Rum, Southern Comfort, Peach Schnapps, and Tropical Juices |
$8.50 |
| Southern Hurricane Southern Comfort, Orange Juice, Pineapple Juice, and Grenadine |
$7.25 |
| Lynchburg Lemonade Jack Daniel’s Whiskey, Triple Sec, and Sweet-and-Sour topped with a splash of Sprite |
$8.50 |
Dessert Cocktails |
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| Godiva Chocolate Martini Stoli Vanil Vodka, Godiva Chocolate Liqueur, White Crème de Cacao, and Frangelico |
$9.50 |
| Key Lime Coconut Martini Stoli Vanil Vodka, Midori, Piña Colada Mix, Pineapple Juice, and Freshly Squeezed Lime Juice |
$8.50 |
| Pineapple Upside-Down Martini Skyy Infusions Pineapple Vodka, Frangelico, Piña Colada Mix, and Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice |
$9.50 |
| Baileys and Coffee Baileys Irish Cream mixed with hot Coffee |
$7.25 |
Draft Beer |
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Abita Brewing Company is nestled in the piney woods 30 miles north of New Orleans. Abita’s ales and lagers are brewed in small batches and handcrafted with only the highest standards for quality. |
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| Abita Amber is a Munich-style lager brewed with crystal malt and Perle hops. It has a smooth, malty, slightly caramel flavor, and a rich amber color. | $6.00 |
| Abita Purple Haze is a crisp, American-style wheat beer with raspberries, which provide the lager with a subtle purple coloration and haze, a fruity aroma, and a tartly sweet taste. | $6.00 |
| Abita Turbodog is a dark brown ale brewed with Willamette hops and a combination of British pale, crystal and chocolate malts, giving it a rich body and a sweet chocolate-toffee-like flavor. | $6.00 |
| Sample all three with an Abita Beer Flight | $6.50 |
Beverages |
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| Coca-Cola, Coca-Cola Zero, Diet Coke, Sprite, Minute Maid Light Pomegranate Lemonade, Barq’s Root Beer |
$2.99 |
Boatwright’s Kids’ Picks — for Guests 9 and Under
(All selections and prices are subject to change at any time — Last Updated August 2011)Kids’ Complete Meals | |
Mickey’s favorite meals include appetiser, entrée and dessert served on a Mickey Plate with choice of 1% Mickey Milk, small Bottled Water or 100% Apple Juice | |
| Cheeze Pizza served with Veggies and Sliced Apples |
$8.59 |
| Meaty Macaroni Ground Turkey with Marinara Sauce topped with Mozzarella served with Veggies and Fruit Salad |
$8.59 |
Boatwright’s Dining Hall | |
| Choice of: 1 Appetizer — Chicken Noodle Soup or Garden Salad 1 Entrée — Cheeseburger, Chicken Nuggets or Macaroni & Cheese 1 Dessert — Fruit Salad or Ice-Cream Sundae 1 Beverage |
$8.59 |
French Fries and Soft Drinks available upon request | |
All meals served with choice of 1% Mickey Milk, small Bottled Water or 100% Apple Juice | |
Kosher/Passover Options — Available by Request
Note: It is advisable to contact the restaurant in advance to discuss any special dietary requirements.
Appetisers:
- Consomme of Matzoh Ball Soup (8oz)
- Garden Vegetable (8oz)
Entrées:
- Brisket of Beef with Brown Gravy A/F
- Honey Glazed Breast of Chicken A/F
- Baked Fillet of Salmon
- Chicken Strips & Potato Croquette
- Seder Plate
- Egg Lasagna
- Pizza, 8-inch cheese
- Cheese Lasagna
Dessert:
- Chocolate Layer Cake
- Non-Dairy Cheese Cake
- Coconut Macaroons
- Apple Strudel
Kids’ Menu:
- Hot Dog in Bun with Potato Croquette
- Chicken Strips with Potato Croquette
- Macaroni & Cheese
Special Thanksgiving Dinner Menu (as served on 27 November 2008)
Roast turkey, giblet gravy, cornbread stuffing, mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, green beans and cranberry relish.
Choice of apple, pecan, or pumpkin pie for dessert.
A limited menu of Boatwright’s favorites is also available.
Adult Price (2008): $24.99
Child Price (2008): $9.99
(Drinks, tax and gratuity not included)
Restaurant Opening Hours (Thanksgiving 2008): 2:00pm—10:00pm
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For the nostaglia buffs, I thought it would nice to include some references back to the early days of the Dixie Landings and Port Orleans resorts. Prior to the year 2000, Boatwright’s wasn’t the only table-service restaurant on property. The French Quarter section also had its own restaurant called Bonfamille’s Cafe which was located inside the main building, just to the right of the current Scat Cat’s lounge area.  So if you’d like to hold on tightly to the handrails and keep your arms, legs and appetites inside the car, the Disney Wayback Machine will whisk you all the way back to 1995 to see what you might have been savouring in the good ol’ days. Is it just me, or do those earlier breakfast choices seem so much more enticing than the more recent rather bland, generic offerings? There sure was some good eatin’ in them there days...
If anyone can add to these older menus, or help out with updates for the current menus, please feel free to get in touch with me via the Contact Page. Thanks. |
