Ahoy date-night seekers! A squawk-worthy addition is coming to Magic Kingdom Park and is perfect for upcoming date nights inside the park. The new Pirates-themed lounge opens on August 29, 2025, and I was among the first to ever set foot inside. I just returned from an exclusive walk through of the Beak and Barrel and I am ‘hooked' by the details!
Adventureland is now home to The Beak and Barrel, a brand-new Pirates of the Caribbean-themed tavern, perfect for Disney adults who appreciate a great backstory and an even better drink. This new lounge inside the Magic Kingdom is full of theme and details. Like the recent GEO-82 Lounge in EPCOT, Disney continues to elevate the offerings in its parks.
I fell under the siren's call, and I am sharing the hidden gems and details of this voyage.
New Pirates Tavern at Magic Kingdom
As soon as the door opened and I got my first glimpse of the plunderer's paradise, I felt a sense of appreciation. I am a Disney fan of many decades and pride myself of my knowledge of Disney Parks. This place is a treasure trove and a remarkable effort by Walt Disney Imagineering.
“It's something I'm really personally excited about,” Beatty, a creative portfolio executive at Walt Disney Imagineering, said during the initial D23 conference where this lounge was first announced. “At Disney, we're always looking at ways to extend our stories and grow those stories within our parks. We've started working on something really exciting over in Adventureland—that extends the story of Pirates of the Caribbean.”
“We are developing a brand new tavern that some of the regulars might call a watering hole, where pirates of all ages gather to tell their tales,” he added. “I hear there's a certain macaw that we haven't seen in a while … he's taken up residence here in a new spot and you know he loves to come in and spin a yarn or two with guests.”
What's Inside Beak & Barrel Pirates Bar?
- The Mess
- The Captains' Quarters
The tavern’s main hall, affectionately called “The Mess,” evokes the gritty charm of a pirate hideaway, complete with long communal tables, flickering candlelight, and a massive ship anchor overhead. At the bar, guests will find a skull-shaped stern salvaged from a cursed shipwreck and a glowing bottle said to be enchanted by Tia Dalma herself.
After being inside The Mess for just two minutes, Rummy the parrot enchanted us all with a grand welcome!
Oh, and a good day, ladies. If these walls could squawk! From pirate lords to land lovers, we've served them all. Even that legendary Captain Jack Sparrow drops by from time to time, and if you see that scoundrel, you let me know. He still hasn't paid off his account. Oh, who am I kidding? There ain't a ship on the sea that can carry enough gold to pay off his account. Drink up me hearties, yo ho!
Rummy, the Parrot
The Captains’ Quarters, where remnants of finer living, like ship-in-a-bottle battles, add a mysterious touch. The Captains' Quarters seating area is along the back wall. It is decidedly the more romantic and itimate space of Beak and Barrel
While this new lounge will be family-friendly, it’s being designed with immersive storytelling and atmosphere in mind, making it a must-do for adult Disney fans seeking a unique sip and escape.
Pirate Bites:
- Kraken’s Catch: A bold cold salad featuring marinated octopus tentacles with avocado, olives, peppers, and almond foam.
- Island Provisions: A Caribbean-inspired shareable platter with plantain chips, blue corn tortillas, and dips.
- Cook’s Corn Griddle Cakes: Warm corn cakes stuffed with cheese and chili peppers, available with either roasted veggies or chipotle chicken.
Barrel Sips:
- Barrels Ablaze: A bold bourbon cocktail with Jack Daniel’s Bonded, honey, and spice.
- Hibiscus Rum Punch Royale: A refreshing rum punch topped with prosecco, flavored with hibiscus, demerara, and citrus.
- Port of Call: A gin-based drink with Ruby Port, lemon, and spiced cranberry.
- Lit Fuse: A smoky mezcal cocktail with banana, coconut, and chili bitters.
- Plunderer’s Punch: A rum punch with blackberry, vanilla, citrus—and a limited-edition pirate skull souvenir mug.
- Salty Seas mARRRgarita: A vibrant purple margarita with ube, Lalo Blanco Tequila, Cointreau, and lime.
- Siren’s Whisper: A blue rum-based cocktail with citrus and spice, inspired by the Fountain of Youth and topped with a “siren tear.”
- Wines and Exclusive Draft Beers: Features pirate-themed exclusive draft beers, canned favorites, and wines from around the world like Chakalaka Red and Vinho Verde.
If you're looking for an NA drink, consider these options:
- The Treasure Trove: A non-alcoholic mix of ube, lemon, and coconut served with sweet treats like vanilla cake plank and caramel popcorn.
- The Cursed Treasure: A cookies-and-cream inspired non-alcoholic drink with coconut milk, cookie crumbs, vanilla foam, and a pirate’s gold cookie.
Stay tuned for more updates as the opening date approaches. We can already hear the toast: Yo ho, let’s go!
