Disney World Reveals Hurly Burly Nightclub Opening Date & Full Menu of Food & Drinks

Walt Disney World has announced that the new Hurly-Burly Bar at BoardWalk will open in October 2026, coinciding with the 55th Anniversary! Here’s the full menu of food & drinks coming to the reimagined nightclub, along with our commentary, concerns about parking problems at this lounge, and more.

Step inside this historic seaside theater, once the home of the BoardWalk’s most celebrated vaudeville performers. Now, nearly a hundred years later, Hurly-Burly is opening its doors once again with entertainment offerings, vintage drinks and lite bites inspired by an era of world class performances and nautical novelty!

During the afternoons, pop into Hurly-Burly for lively activities such as trivia and games designed for the whole family. Then, beginning at 9 p.m., experience vibrant evenings of live music exclusively for guests ages 21 and older. And of course, this turn-of-the-century theater would not be complete without a nostalgic all-day menu to match, full of light bites and drinks.

All of this will debut when Hurly-Burly officially opens on October 1, 2026! The new nightclub and mixed use lounge at Disney’s BoardWalk will welcome guests starting that date, on a walk-up basis only. Advance Dining Reservations are not required, nor are they even available.

Unlike Wailulu Bar & Grill at the Poly’s Island Tower, we do not expect this to change. Even though Hurly-Burly appears to have a fairly formidable menu, it definitely skews more in the bar and nightclub direction than it does a lounge. Historically, Walt Disney World has not offered ADRs for such venues; it’s too difficult to manage, absent time limits.

However, the lack of Advance Dining Reservations also means there will be no way for guests who aren’t staying at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn to verify with security that they have a “legitimate” purpose for parking at the resort. This will pose a potential problem, as we’ve seen similarly with Geyser Point, Trader Sam’s, Enchanted Rose, and other destination bars that do not accept ADRs. But more on that later in the post. For now, let’s turn to the all-day menu at Hurly-Burly…

Get ready to indulge in shareable appetizers and small plates inspired by classic boardwalk fare. Snack on the savory Meatballs in Tomato Gravy, a classic dish that the whole family will enjoy. Or opt for some headlining small plates including the Roast Beef Sliders, the Oven-Roasted Shrimp, and the Tomato Pie. For a sweet grand finale, don’t miss the Mini Apple Cider Doughnuts.

For guests over 21, libations include the Mertini, a twist on your classic gin martini and an ode to maritime melodrama gone by at this theater. Enjoy modern takes on classic cocktails such as the Overproof Amaretto Sour and the La Taquilla Picante, which translates to “The Hot Ticket.”

For guests of all ages, the Overture in Orange is a nostalgic orange and creamy frozen treat. Coffee lovers can sip on the Caramel Corn Cold Brew, topped with caramel sweet cream, and caramel popcorn. Nothing I love more than a heavy dose of sugar and caffeine right before bed! (Joking aside, I do look forward to trying this earlier in the day.)

If you’re looking for a drink as you stroll Disney’s BoardWalk, stop by the Hurly-Burly walk-up window for select beverages. Hopefully, this includes that aforementioned Caramel Corn Cold Brew.

Here’s the full menu of food and drinks at Hurly-Burly….

Small Bites

• Meatballs in Tomato Gravy: Veal, pork, and beef meatballs with tomato gravy, stracciatella cheese, Pecorino Romano, and toasted focaccia
  (Plant-based option available upon request)
• Antipasto: Sliced meats, Burrata, Pecorino Romano, and marinated vegetables
• Mini Pretzels with Bacon-Cheese Fondue
• Tomato Pie: Focaccia, tomato sauce, oregano, and Pecorino Romano (Plant-based option available upon request)
• Oven-roasted Shrimp with garlic, herbs, and sweet pepper-onion relish
• Roast Beef Sliders: Shaved roast beef and horseradish-mustard sour cream on slider rolls
• Theater Concessions: Trio of meatballs, sugar cookie, and buttered popcorn
• Mini Apple Cider Doughnuts with miso-caramel sauce

Here are photos of the food served all-day at Hurly-Burly:

Non-Alcoholic Specialty Beverages

• Overture in Orange: Nostalgic frozen treat made with Minute Maid Orange Juice topped with sweet cream
• Caramel Corn Cold Brew: Joffrey’s Cold Brew Coffee topped with caramel sweet cream and caramel popcorn (Also available at the walk-up window)
• Cherry Marquee: Minute Maid Premium Lemonade blended with Amarena cherries and garnished with a gourmet cherry (Also available at the walk-up window)

Here are photos of the Hurly-Burly nonalcoholic drinks:

Alcoholic Beverages

• Overproof Amaretto Sour: Lazzaroni Amaretto Liqueur, Old Forester 1920 Prohibition Style Bourbon, and lemon juice
• Caramel Corn Old Fashioned: Woodford Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon, caramel corn, and The Bitter Truth Decanter Bitters (Also available at the walk-up window)
• Cherry-Vodka Limeade: Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Amarena cherry, and cold-pressed lime juice (Also available at the walk-up window)
• The Atlantic Review: Hangar One Mandarin Blossom Vodka, Cointreau Liqueur, Minute Maid Orange Juice, and Sprite (Also available at the walk-up window)
• Bubble Brava!: Chinola Passion Fruit Liqueur, Italian Amaro, lemon juice, and Viarae Prosecco (Also available at the walk-up window)
• La Taquilla Picante: Ghost Blanco Tequila, lime juice, orgeat, rose water, and a spiced nutmeg rim (Also available at the walk-up window)
• Mertini: Plymouth Navy Strength Gin, Dolin Dry Vermouth de Chambéry, and Hella Cocktail Co. Orange Bitters
• Road to Fame: An Atlantic Coast-inspired whiskey sour made with Michter’s Single Barrel Rye Whiskey, Laird’s Straight Applejack Brandy, and lemon juice
• Off-book Bramble: Fords Gin, Combier Crème de Mûre Liqueur, lemon juice, and blackberry (Also available at the walk-up window)
• Quality EntertainMint: Diplomático Reserva Exclusiva Rum, demerara, lime juice, mint, and angostura bitters topped with Viarae Prosecco

And images of alcohol:

Wine Selection

• Sparkling:
  • Viarae Prosecco
  • Empire Estate Blanc de Blancs Brut
• Rosé:
  • La Fête du Rosé
• White:
  • Hillick & Hobbs Estate Dry Riesling
  • Massican Sauvignon Blanc
  • Jordan Chardonnay
• Red:
  • MacMurray Estate Vinyards Pinot Noir
  • Tablas Creek ‘Patelin de Tablas’ Rouge
  • Schweiger Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon

Beer, Hard Cider, and Hard Seltzer Selections

• Atlantic Coast Favorites:
  • Dogfish Head 60 Minute IPA
  • Allagash White Belgian-Style Wheat Beer
  • Brooklyn Brewery Brooklyn Lager
  • Original Sin Black Widow Cider
• Classic Selections:
  • Stella Artois Lager
  • Modelo Especial Lager
  • Michelob Ultra Lager
  • High Noon Pineapple Vodka Hard Seltzer
  • Athletic Brewing Co. Upside Dawn Golden (Non-Alcoholic)

The food and drinks look decent! The menu probably isn’t anything that’ll make this destination dining, but that isn’t really the appeal of Hurly-Burly in the first place. First and foremost, this is a nightclub. Everything else is ancillary.

This menu is easily superior to what was served at Jellyrolls, which is about as low of a bar to clear as the new Diamond Horseshoe pop-up dining concept being better than the revolving door of menus before it. I guess it’s “low hanging fruit” week here for Walt Disney World dining announcements!

The walk-up window is one intriguing angle to this, and should help relieve some of the stress on other venues around the BoardWalk, some of which are perpetually slammed during busier times. It’ll be interesting to see whether Disney eventually serves food from the walk-up window for that same reason. My guess is no, and it probably won’t be necessary thanks to the new counter service restaurant that’s also coming soon.

As suggested above, Hurly-Burly is replacing Jellyrolls, which closed last spring (photo above via bioreconstruct).

For roughly the last year, there’s been a persistent rumor that Jellyrolls would be replaced by a jazz club or speakeasy. Even having heard this credibly a while ago, I’m still shocked that it’s actually happening. I never figured this was the proposal that would actually get greenlit. Usually ambitious concepts like this are proposed and appear to be what “everyone” involved actually wants…only to fall throw during the feasibility phase.

What a huge win for the BoardWalk, and fans of more adult, sophisticated entertainment. It wouldn’t surprise me to see the final product here be a cross between the Edison (in substance) and Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar or Trader Sam’s (in style), but with a prohibition-era jazz club as the theme. If Disney can concoct a merchandising component (like tiki mugs), that would make this a license to print money.

Making this a mixed-use venue that will welcome families during the day and transform into a nightclub is also a savvy move. Hurly-Burly should offer something for everyone.

We’re already looking forward to taking our toddler here in the afternoon this October. To be sure, we don’t have high expectations for the afternoon offerings. That’s not the point of Hurly-Burly. Again, if you’re viewing at this as anything other than a nightclub, you’re missing the point.

All we’re looking for is a midday indoor escape from the heat on a resort day. This checks that box, and sure beats Hurly-Burly only opening at 4 pm (or whenever). If there are a few decent dishes and an addictively-delicious coffee, the daytime component will be a small victory.

Walt Disney World has also teased other new experiences are on the horizon at Disney’s BoardWalk, set to open starting in late 2026. According to the company, these additions are part of the continued evolution of Disney’s BoardWalk, bringing new excitement while preserving the heart of what makes it so special.

Counter Service Restaurant Tease

The other big unknown is a new quick-service restaurant, which Walt Disney World first shared this when announcing Hurly-Burly, and teased that more on that would be announced later in Summer 2026. Well, here it is September, and we’re still waiting.

This is located at the former Big River Grille & Brewing Works, which was a table service restaurant and sports bar that closed back in January 2024.

While Hurly-Burly bar and nightclub is undoubtedly more ambitious, there are many Walt Disney World fans who are going to go nuts for a new counter service restaurant.

One possibility is a multi-purpose offering similar to Geyser Point or Wailulu Bar & Grill. In between counter service and table service, efficient, family friendly, and indoor/outdoor water views. This type of family-friendly option has proven immensely popular with guests, and it would fill a major void at Crescent Lake.

Or maybe it’ll be more like Primo Piatto at Disney’s Riviera Resort, along with the attached Bar Riva. That’s a fantastic one-two punch, both are best-in-class at Walt Disney World. If this concept can replicate that, it will be a huge success, drawing guests from all around Crescent Lake.

If BoardWalk is going to get a fast casual restaurant, it probably needs to be one with “magnet” status that can draw guests from the parks, other Crescent Lake properties, and Skyliner resorts. Something like Portillo’s or D-Luxe Burger, both of which were suggested in our list of Top 10 Restaurant Replacement Concepts at Disney’s BoardWalk Resort.

My gut is that this counter service location will either end up being one of the most exciting in all of Walt Disney World or completely phoned-in, with almost no middle ground. That either they’ve realized something like a second pizza window is “good enough” and would alone do big bucks, or are letting an outside vendor bet big on it.

Given that Hurly-Burly nightclub is pretty much the best-case scenario for a Jellyrolls replacement, we’re going to choose the optimistic outlook here. The fact that Walt Disney World is only teasing the quick-service restaurant with more news coming later this summer suggests to me that it’s possibly a third party operating participant in this location. That plans are not completely finalized, or the outside vendor isn’t quite ready to make an announcement and wants to do so on their terms.

Regardless, we’re hoping to hear something soon about the counter service restaurant. It could be the final piece of the puzzle that completes the BoardWalk comeback. (At least, until Disney decides to finally do something about Atlantic Dance Hall.)

Disney’s BoardWalk Comeback?!

Disney’s BoardWalk isn’t the counterprogramming to Downtown Disney (now Disney Springs) that it was envisioned as back in the 1990s and hasn’t been in a while. Hurly-Burly could help change that, building on the success of Cake Bake Shop and Blue Ribbon Corn Dog, two fan-favorites.

There are still times when BoardWalk is absolutely hoppin’, but it certainly isn’t a huge hangout for locals. More than anything else, parking is the biggest problem with the BoardWalk not serving as a secondary entertainment area at Walt Disney World. Despite the local population of Central Florida exploding in the last decade, the BoardWalk is less popular (as a destination, not a resort) than it was in the late 1990s.

It’s sad that Walt Disney World has allowed BoardWalk to languish, and there’s really no good excuse for it. Whatever problems the BoardWalk has are self-induced by Disney, and fixable with different choices. There’s no reason they can’t handle parking differently, making it simpler and easier!

Here’s hoping that the bar will be accompanied by new parking policies for the BoardWalk, especially since Hurly-Burly will not offer ADRs. What’s most needed is something predictable. We would propose paid parking with validation, similar to what is used at Downtown Disney. That’s not feasible at most WDW resorts, but BoardWalk might be the rare exception to that.

Honestly, it may not be necessary. Even with minimal parking, the BoardWalk is connected to thousands of hotel rooms via the Skyliner gondolas, and there are another few thousand rooms that are walkable in the Crescent Lake Resort Area. Many of these house high-spending convention-goers and other free spending guests.

It also helps that the BoardWalk is within walking or boat distance of both EPCOT’s International Gateway and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The right concept can do big business at the BoardWalk, so long as guests are given enough of a reason to walk over here.

Cake Bake Shop already serves as proof-of-concept for this. Despite a lot of complaints and criticism over pricing, fan forecasts that concept was doomed to fail weren’t just greatly exaggerated, they were flat-out wrong.

Every time I stay at or visit the BoardWalk, Cake Bake is slammed. With the right additions, business could boom at the BoardWalk, helping revitalize and elevate the area to destination-worthy ‘Second (Disney) Springs’ status.

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Your Thoughts

What do you think about Hurly-Burly bar? Does the menu look good to you? Looking forward to experiencing the new nightclub when it opens on October 1, 2026? Think something more adult would help revive the BoardWalk, or should Disney focus more on family-friendly options for BoardWalk? Any questions we can help you answer? Hearing your feedback—even when you disagree with us—is both interesting to us and helpful to other readers, so please share your thoughts below in the comments!