Ale & Compass Restaurant

The entrees were incredible and the desserts were even better! We had a big group so we got all of the desserts but the two stand outs were the butter cake and seasonal cobbler. As a group, we loved the flat iron and lemon herb chicken (chicken had a lot of bones so had to work to get it). Port wine was fun to have with dessert too! We were able to use our meal plan here.

Had lunch here today and had a mixed experience. To be honest we went as Disney Annual pass holders get a 40% discount in July so it was a no brainer to give it a try. It’s in the Yacht & Beach Club on the Boardwalk - we made a reservation online about 2 weeks before and it seemed that people turning up without a reservation weren’t that successful in getting a table. The restaurant doesn’t really have much character and decor is very neutral but that’s fine as we were looking at good food primarily. The menu is typically Disney with not a huge choice but there were a number of dishes which attracted our attention. We had the crab cake and chicken wedge salad as starters and both tasted great. For our main dish I had the steak and egg and my wife the fried chicken with waffles - once again we enjoyed the food - steak well cooked to my liking and the fried chicken very crispy. It was essentially poorly timed service which made the overall experience less enjoyable. The starters were brought out 5 minutes apart and this was not taken into account when our main dishes arrived - my wife had just finished her starter but had only just started mine. I just don’t like having 2 plates of food at the same time. I was less than half way through my main and the server was already asking us about dessert. So poor service spoilt a well cooked and tasty meal.

Had a fantastic breakfast with fruit/yogurt/breads buffet here today. Atmosphere is wonderful, food was delicious and fancy, and service was top notch. Breakfast with the buffet enhancement and a drink was $28 per adult, $13.50 per child as of this July 2015 posting. This restaurant was on the special summer 40% off this month for annual pass holders, so we thought we'd check it out. Certainly worth the walk over from Epcot to check it out.

Oh man. This place is the place to go for breakfast. They offer a buffet where you get to choose one of there entrees and also a drink from the menu. It’s $28 per person but it does not disappoint. I had the crab cake eggs Benedict as pictured. And it was divine. The poached egg were poached perfectly!! And the crab cake was not a frozen and reheated crab cake. This was the real deal. The fried potatoes had a pile of sautéed and sweetened onions on top and they were sooo good. Also pictured is the steak and eggs. The steak was really soft and tender and was cooked to perfection. And th hollandaise sauce was about as good as I’ve ever tasted. The third picture is the French toast. It was made fresh and very nice and firm. Overall, I can’t wait to be lucky enough to get another reservation for breakfast. But I’m really looking forward to trying ale and compass for dinner. Book way ahead cuz there’s very little available. You’ll understand why after you eat here. A+++

We came for breakfast and got the $28 Continental Enhancement. I had the flatbread with salmon, and my wife had the crab cake benedict. Everything was good nothing I'd specifically say "this was amazing, you have to try it," just standard. The woman who served us was very professional. I forgot her name, but I'll write it down when I remember.

First time coming here for breakfast and must say that I was delicious. I wanted to try something different so I ordered the chicken and waffles. I also ordered the buffet option as well. So the buffet was nice and fresh. Would definitely recommend coming when you're hungry so you get your money's worth. No complaints here and would highly recommend while you're visiting Disney.

Classic Disney Resort Dining in the Yacht Club Resort right next to the International Gateway Entrance of Epcot...yes near France! Oui oui, Ratatouille! We had a delightful Mother's Day brunch. I am a lucky lady indeed.

Breakfast here was delicious. The pre-fixe meal is a disney bargain. Choice of at least 12 options, continental breakfast buffett and 1 non-alcoholic beverage included. Attentive service. Of course all special instructions were accommodated. Even a to-go box was offered and 'Would you like a coffee to go as well' excellent meal. And worth the price. Dave

Had lunch here yesterday and it has a very nice ambience with good service! Two of us got the cheddar burger and we both liked it a lot, another got the fish and chips and they also enjoyed theirs as well. My only criticism would probably be the limited menu, it does have a very small selection for lunch. But it is definitely a place worth trying if you are in the area!

It was my first time trying this restaurant and I was really excited to check it out! My friend invited me and I went with my 4yo daughter. The restaurant is located inside Disney's yacht club and I was instantly charmed by the beautiful lobby and relaxing vibe. We were seated right away, and our server was wonderful and friendly and very attentive. As we checked the menu two dishea caught my eyes: the crab cake and the steak and eggs. I decided to go for steak and eggs (medium rare). While the flavor was good, the steak was unfortunately tough and hard to chew, which was dissapointing. The eggs were nicely done, and the dish came with potatoes, beets and cube ham. The kids menu was a nice surprise! It includes a drink, main dish and two sides. My daughter had apple juice, chicken fingers with mac and cheese and chocolate chip cookie ice cream for dessert. She love everything and ate it all! We were able to use the passholder 40% discount which made it a great deal. I'm glad we had the discount because paying full price for a tough steak would've been a letdown. Overall, it was a pleasant experience. I love Disney and spending time with friends.

This is a review of hidden potential, this venue has all the right parts but the actual performance was a letdown. First the good; Appetizers:the blue crab bisque and the Parker house roll appetizers were fantastic and they competed with the best bisque on property ( the boathouse). The butter/spreads were great especially if you combine the pub cheese and the onion jam. The service: Shannon did a great job with recommending items and actual service. The Mid: seasonal chicken sandwich, seasonal flatbread. Both had good flavor but the flatbread topping would not stay on top of the crust,and the chicken sandwich needed just a hint of spice. The Meh: the fish and chips very uninspired dish, coating was too hard and the filet tasted old. Other: there was a snafu in the kitchen and there was a delay of service of about 25 extra minutes but did not affect our experience.

The general consensus is Disney food is really mid... yet expensive (I can't even agree with the latter as most restaurants in NOLA and NY are at this same price point these days... it's just how it is). I'm a proponent of getting out of the parks and over to the resorts to eat when you can (Animal Kingdom is a little of an exception). We ate here for dinner (I believe breakfast may be a buffet, not really my thing). Ale & Compass is located in the Yacht Club resort and the dining room is slightly elegant, with New England nautical theming. Normally not my favorite aesthetic but Disney is always great with providing an enchanting atmosphere. And I appreciate their more sophisticated theming as I'm not super into characters being a big part of everything. That said, the kiddos probably wouldn't love this as much as other restaurants on property. Their plant-based options are limited but I don't need a huge variety when there's a tantalizing option like the corn agnolotti. This is delicious and unlike anything I've had before. It reminded me of a cross between gnudi and ravioli, with a smaller shape. I loved the creamy fennel sauce and the way the corn added a tiny bit of sweetness. I'd say this was one of the better meals I've had on property. There's also a solid salad option and if you're into donuts, there's a vegan flight of them. Our waitress (named Helen, if I recall correctly, originally from Paris) was the best! She told us a really funny story from her early days working at Disney that I won't recount here but suffice to say it was hilarious and I loved that she was so real with us. The cast members really can make your experience even better at Disney.

Ambiance and service were great, food was just alright. We came for breakfast and it was very expensive for what it was. The food was cooked and not prepared as requested. The server diligently tried to make it right and was very nice but the price was just not worth it for us. Glad to say that we've experienced since it always has such high recommendations but we don't plan on going back.

Back for lunch again. We each had the Steak and Egg entree. It is a sirloin steak on a bed of diced potatoes and andouille sausage topped with a poached egg and hollandaise sauce. It was very tender and full of flavor. We had Butter Cake for dessert. The warm butter cake was topped with chopped strawberries and ice cream. Everything was excellent...ambiance, food, service...all of it!

Located in the Disney Yacht Club, this restaurant is known for its costal cuisines but I was particularly in the mood for chicken and waffles! I was delighted to say that the chicken and waffles were pretty good, but I am saddened to hear that they no longer sell POG juice at this location (what's POG juice? It's one of those iykyk type of drinks. It basically tastes like Hawaii in a cup). It's a Disney restaurant, so it absolutely met the expectation of quality service, with a nice ambience. Ale and Compass has a more sophisticated look to it, versus some of the more thematic and whimsical restaurants on the Disney property.

Ale & Compass was our go-to restaurant for many years for both lunch and dinner. And then they added a great brunch. But we've been underwhelmed the past few years. Another victim of Covid perhaps. Sigh. I'm so disappointed in the Truffle Fries. They are a definite step down from a few years ago when they were arguably the best fries on property. We tried them at Crew's Cup recently, also, and these tasted less of freezer burn with a better texture. We don't plan on ordering them again. Yes, there are lots of other items at Ale & Compass but we always got the fries. I'm happy they brought back the Wedge Salad but the lardons and shrimp are peppery now. Needlessly peppery IMHO as the flavor you want is already in the lardons and shrimp. You get used to your favorite foods tasting the same and change isn't always welcome. Kudos for serving some of the best water on property! No Orlando water here! I'm looking at you, Whispering Canyon. We'll try back for lunch as they used to have excellent Fish n Chips (but only at lunch). Will report back then.

Another great breakfast today. Cheeseburger, shrimp grits, French toast with bananas, and a classic eggs and sausage. All were very good. Buffet with oats, yogurt, fruits, biscuits and gravy and many great pastries. Wow zo. Great service and ambiance. Most highly recommended!!

The shrimp & grits picture on yelp had me curious on how it was like so had to book this reservations a few weeks in advance. This was an early breakfast about 745am at the Yacht and Beach Club resort. Located at the Ale and Compass restaurant - They offer al a carte breakfast or a Breakfast Enhancement (buffet) option for $28. This includes 1 entree from the menu, a non refillable drink of choice (juice or soda) and the array of items on the buffet line which is not much mostly pastries (carbs) and fruits. I opted a shrimp and grits entree and orange juice. There is a wait on the food. I took 1 star off due to non refillable drink which was not stated on the menu and also the drink service from the service was slow (water refill). The buffet line had biscuits and gravy, pastries, jams, fruits such as cellophane wrapped apples and pears. Open servings of pineapple, grapes and watermelon with goat cheese or feta and a dressing? I opted for as a request plain sliced watermelon chunks. The mini biscuits was delicious with the mini scoops of butter and fruit jam. The biscuit was tasty- Light and fluffy. The watermelon was ok it was cold but not sweet enough. The entree - Shrimp and Grits - was delicious! Cheese grits served n a large bowl topped with slices of Chorize sausage which I took away and set aside - A corn salsa like sauce with mini corn kernels and stewed tomatoes? This salsa was delicious! The shrimps were about 5 pcs large sized and perfectly cooked! This was a delicious memorable dish. Made reservations tomorrow because I could not stop thinking how delicious the shrimps and grits was! Service could have been better imo - But the food here was delicious - I just wished they refilled the drinks and stop misleading it out from the menu.

I would not waste your money at this restaurant for breakfast/lunch. Maybe dinner is better, but the lunch we had was awful. Like to the point where I don't understand how they are getting 5 star reviews. The only thing we ordered that tasted okay was the Ale and Compass salad. The burgers were overdone hockey pucks, the crabcake tasted cheap and fishy, the chicken sandwich was dry, and the rolls were just okay. I don't mean to come down hard on this restaurant, because the chef seemed like an absolute sweetheart. They just need a new menu with better tasting food. Not worth the high price at all. There are plenty of other places you can go for breakfast/lunch on the Boardwalk. Please don't waste your money. None of us left this restaurant feeling very good after we ate.

Go here for Breakfast! The CrabCakes Benedict are worth the trip. This is our new breakfast place while in Disney! The service from Arthur was perfect. All Good here for Breakfast!

Context: One of my family's favorite places to visit in the Disney Resorts area to load up on a filling breakfast/brunch before we spend our day in the parks or just plan on walking around the resort area taking in all the sights and sounds. You can access this restaurant from numerous resorts that are linked by the skyway system to Epcot and then just walking to the Yacht Club Resort. Food and drink: We especially enjoy this place because of a great menu option found here - the continental buffet add-on. Basically, you pay one price and get a choice of entrée off the menu and access to their continental buffet which has fresh fruit, cinnamon rolls, biscuits and gravy, yogurt with toppings, and an assortment of breakfast breads. The continental line is filling enough but what I love about this menu hack is that you can technically order an entrée that is more expensive than the add-on and pay only the add-on price. Or if you get an entrée that is cheaper, it is usually only a few dollars more and you can get coffee (or another beverage of choice) and additional food for a small mark-up (still cheaper than if you would buy outright). Love these little "hacks", especially when traveling to Disney. The biscuits and gravy on the continental line are some of the best. I always look forward to them. The main menu has a lot of great options to choose from, I like the shrimp and grits since you can get plenty of sweeter stuff off the continental line. My wife usually goes with the breakfast bowl - huge portions of food and it tends to be the most expensive option so we feel so smart using the "hack". Ha. The one thing that wasn't a hit was the latte my wife ordered. It took two tries and still was terribly watery and bland. We gave up on it and went to a Joffries Coffee stand later in the day. Service: Super-fast and efficient Disney service with a smile. You need reservations to get into the place, so book your table early. With the reservation system, getting to your table is a breeze. If you have to wait for a little bit, the hotel is a fun place to explore. Very beautiful property. Price: Prices are Disney prices but cheaper when you utilize the continental breakfast hack. Compared to other sit-down restaurants, this one offers one of the better bangs for your buck at the resort. My consensus: This has become a family staple when we visit Disney World. I basically make sure we get a resort on the skyway so we can visit this place at least once while in Orlando. We have even taken the bus from Disney Springs to enjoy this location at times because even if we are not visiting Disney, it doesn't hurt to experience some of their magic when in Orlando!

Great service and great food. The braised short ribs were melt in my mouth delicious. Portion sizes could have been better, but you're paying for Disney. The kids meal was definitely worth it though. Lots of food for the price. The ambiance is a little grey and bleak. Not much to it that shows a lighthouse theme. But the night we went was quiet, so it made for a nice relaxing dinner.

We came here for dinner before our fireworks cruise later that night and it was phenomenal! Our server was Rafa and he did an amazing job and took such great care of us. We were on this Disney trip as a last family trip with my Mamaw after my Papaw passed last year who worked at Disney for almost 50 years. We told Rafa this and he was so great. We started with the rolls which only came with 8 as a doubled order but we had 9 in our party. He brought us an extra 3 rolls a few minutes later as a surprise which was amazing. The rolls themselves were very good and the spreads that came with were equally as good. The table's favorite was the bacon jam but the pub cheese was also very good, the citrus spread I wasn't a huge fan of but it wasn't bad. This review will be a novel if I say how amazing each dish was in it's own way but we all mostly had something different and it was all delicious! Everything had amazing flavor and tasted great. At the end Rafa did an amazing thing for us and brought out a plate of 6 macarons and had a note thanking my Papaw for his years of service at Disney. We all were so thankful and I hope the manager sees this and says something to him because we all greatly appreciated this. The inside is awesome as well and decorated as it would be as a beachy theme if you were on the beach. Hands down it was a great experience and I would definitely come back again.

We had originally had a different reservation booked for this night at a steakhouse when we decided to pivot plans and try Ale & Compass since admittedly steak is not my jam. The restaurant was lovely and felt really cozy and intimate. It took a while to be seated at our table since apparently there was an unexpected fire drill. My husband still got to order his New York strip steak while I had the pappardelle pasta. Both our entrees were so delicious. And we were able to take our desserts to go which was lovely. I rate our change in reservation choice a 10/10 we would definitely return!

This place is located in the Yacht Club resort. It is kind of nice that they have so many dining options (such as this one) at the resort. The place is similar to a ship/nautical theme. The waiters are super attentive. We ordered an Ale & Compass Salad, Short Rib "French Dip" Flatbread, Roasted 'Buffalo-style' Cauliflower, and Chipotle-Barbecue Chicken Flatbread. The Ale & Compass Salad was ok. I felt like it had way too much dressing on it (lemon-balsamic). It was full of interesting vegetables including carrots, beets, and pumpkin seeds. Of interesting, this dish had watercress which is similar to arugula without the distinct taste. The dish also had Sorghum which is a type of grain. Both items, I have never had in a dish before. We also ordered the Roasted 'Buffalo-style' Cauliflower. This was delicious. It felt like it was cauliflower marinaded in buffalo sauce where it was oven fried in a skillet. There were 2 flatbread pizzas we ordered as well. The Chipotle-Barbecue Chicken Flatbread is a must have. It was full of flavor and I loved the bbq chicken. The Short Rib "French Dip" Flatbread was ok. I didn't get the use of the French dip on the flatbread. I felt like it was a bit weird and made the dish really soggy. I loved the crust consistency and thickness on both flatbreads. I hate when flatbreads are too thin.

The service is always excellent. Our waitress was amazing; he was so patient, letting us take our time, suggesting us the best options and even customizing the plates and drinks for us The food was delicious.

Was looking for a Disney brunch very last minute, and managed to get a reservation at ale and compass. It was only a 10 minute walk from Swan & Dolphin to The Yacht Club to get to the restaurant. I can tell why this is rated one of the best brunches on Disney property as they have a hot bar with cinnamon buns, yogurt, danishes, and then you order your entree based off what they provided on the menu. Everything was tasteful and the price wasn't even that bad at $28 per person. A bonus was that the staff was extremely positive and friendly. For this New England style restaurant, I would recommend anyone to go to.

Ate at a few different restaurants while at Disney World and Ale and Compass was kind of in the middle. It is a bit more casual, and the prices are reasonable. However, I didn't think that the food was as good as the Yachtsman Steakhouse or Topolino, which were 2 other places we had dinner on the trip. The ambiance and decor was nice, and service was just as great as the other restaurants. The Disney service was in full effect! I had the steak (filet) and it was good, but a bit smaller than I thought it was going to be. The bread appetizer were delicious with the different spread, and was a great start to the meal. It was quite addictive! For dessert, I had the fruit cobbler as it was recommended by the waitress. That was also quite nice and a good size to share amongst a couple people. Def a solid 3.9 stars!

This will go down as my favorite breakfast place in Disney. We went with their Continental Enhancement which included an entree, drink and assorted fruits, pasties and biscuits. It's a great deal and the food was fantastic. Our waiter was friendly, answered questions and made multiple stops to refill our coffees. Tables are spread out nicely, where you don't feel like you're on top of the next table. Enjoyed our time here and will definitely be returning.

The food was delicious. The Mahi Mahi was small for 33$ BUT SO WORTH IT. The zucchini was tender and flavorless but added sauces made it worth it. The staff was amazing and nice. Didn't stay around much but was nice. The dining room was pretty but bland. But this I a must do dinner place.

The decor and open kitchen were nice and elegant. Our server was so knowledgeable and warm and attentive. We started with the bread which was tasty but a little tough around the edges. It comes with three sides. The beer cheese was so good. The bacon jam was also good. There was also a butter which neither of us was a fan of. Next we also got the truffle fries with garlic aioli. These were clearly made in house and fantastic. I got the red wine braised flat iron. It was definitely like braised short rib. It was so tender I only needed a fork to get a bite. Will definitely be coming back.

I had a delicious breakfast/brunch here while visiting the Boardwalk with friends. I ordered the steak and egg for breakfast and the table split the clams casino and Parker House rolls and spreads. Our server was attentive and helpful when ordering. The restaurant was beautifully decorated for the upcoming holidays. This was a great final meal for my visit to Disney!

We had a reservation for 3, for my daughter's 20th Birthday and we all were super excited to dine at the Ale & Compass. The place looked amazing and was decorated everywhere we looked. Clean floors, tables and service ware aside from some spotting and stains to the small ware. We arrived early and took in the holiday decorations and we were sat quickly and our server arrived in short order. The appetizers were crab bisque and Parker house rolls with spread, the favorite spread being the bacon jam. My daughter loves crab soup so I was excited to order this for her. It arrived nice and hot but at first taste the soup was a bit muted in flavor, nevertheless, my daughter really enjoyed it. I tried it as well and it could have been turned up a notch in flavor with some crab base or a reduction of the broth when prepared. The Fish and Chips had a delicious crunch and traditional light breading served up with potatoes that were perfectly seasoned and prepared nice and hot. The malt vinegar brought to the table really added a nice touch too. The wedge salad was perfectly cooked and nicely presented but it needed a little more dressing and it would have been nice to have 5-7 shrimp instead of 4. Plating with even numbers is never a good look nor is paying $7 for (4) 21/25 shrimp. The blackening was spot on, it's just that the shrimp looked lost on the plate. Onto the chicken and waffles which were the birthday girls celebration order. The chicken was hot and breaded with a heavy crunch. It should have been a much lighter breading with a touch of cornstarch to allow the juiciness of the chicken with the seasonings shine through. My daughter picked off most of the breading but did not let that take away from the meal as the chicken itself was outstanding. I do suggest they add a cup of whipped butter to the dish going forward as none was provided. To finish out the meal they brought my daughter a Birthday Mickey chocolate ganache bomb that was rich, creamy and oh so decadent. There was impeccable service with quick refills of drinks. We enjoyed the holiday ambiance as well as the atmosphere offered upon arriving for our lunch.

Here is my personal review and opinion on Disneys Ale & Compass. This place is supposed to be "Fancy" but it's a little misleading. The actual setting and ambience is honestly fantastic and that's really the only reason I'm giving it stars. It has a classical, almost gothic, style. I believe the ambience was overall pretty great! The food. Food was just...ok. Went for a breakfast and what I ordered just wasn't that good. I might have to go back to try and get a second opinion. Lastly we have the waiter... Yeah, ok, he wasn't that great. I won't say any names but I couldn't really understand anything he was saying because of his THICK accent. He was very inattentive to us unfortunately. Waiting was kinda pathetic for Disney. Again, I'm not saying all service is bad! It was just that ours was. To sum it all up. I believe there is definitely some better Disney restaurants out there that you should try! I recommend Steakhouse 71 at the Contemporary resort! Awesome breakfast, dinner, and service

A great restaurant for a relaxing breakfast. The service was outstanding. I had the seasonal pancakes which were lemon ricotta blueberry and a side of bacon. To drink I had the freshly squeezed orange juice. The pancakes were a little sweet with a bite of tartness. Perfectly enjoyable experience. If you have breakfast here make sure you check out the rest of the hotel. They have fantastic alcove for quiet conversation and a nice gift store.

When we are looking for a nice Disney breakfast before a day at Epcot or Hollywood Studios we often find ourselves at Ale & Compass. Being able to walk to either of the parks after a meal is super convenient and we love both the Yacht and Beach resorts, so it's always nice to explore those too. The menu has a nice mix of food but we often pick the entree with a buffet option which gives us one of the mains, plus a drink, plus the continental style buffet. We have always had great service here, and the food is great. The buffet often has a mix of biscuits, yogurt, fruits, cheese, ham, croissants, cinnamon rolls and similar snacky bits which enhance the experience. Often overlooked, but seldom disappoints!

This place is so dark inside. It kinda deepens the mood and not in a good way. You can also get very drunk here and not notice until you walk out of the area into the light. The drinks were very good. I got a spicy pomegranate margarita, it was not spicy. Cost was $17.50 and still very tasty. My cousin got an aperol sprits and then switched to red wine. Both were amazing! Getting the server was a hassle we kept having to wave him down.

All of the food was excellent. The seafood pot pie had great flavor, the red wine braised flat iron was tender and not fatty. The rolls were great as were the bacon jam and pub cheese spreads. The drinks were ok, I would just stick to a regular mixed drink or glass of wine next time. Our server was very friendly and attentive. Would certainly return for dinner again!

Breakfast was great. The menu was varied and updated, the New England breakfast quiche was super tasty. Dayna the waitress was super nice and engaging. We were there for a convention but the staff was responsive and friendly. Mid June was a great time of year to be in Orlando.

v\Lovely breakfast buffet at ALE & COMPASS! With the buffet just a few bucks more than the entrees, there is no competition, especially since the buffet includes any entree of your choice! A small but perfect buffet that includes fresh fruits, pasteries and a lovely biscuits and gravy that became my appretizer + dessert!! My DARK CHOCOLATE WAFFLES were sinfully good with the dark cherries atop and weren't so big that it would completely fill you up!! THANKS ALE & COMPASS, the perfect start of the day!!

I was invited to join my family for dinner here on our last day of our visit to WDW. Surprised to be able to get a reservation last minute. Restaurant is very subtle and beautiful inside. Our server, Joey, was happy to answer our questions about the menu. I decided to go with the short ribs. The other two decided to go for the steak and seafood pot pie. My ribs were very tender, fall off the bone, over top of mashed potatoes, with carrots alongside. The potatoes were a bit dry, but overall I really enjoyed my meal. The carrots were cooked perfectly. The steak was cooked exactly as requested, and was given a thumbs up. We perused the dessert menu, but were just too full! Next time maybe we'll save room.

One of my favorite restaurants on Disney property and a hidden gem imo. I've gone a few times in the last two years and it's been equally good each time with one exception. It seems like you usually have to wait for a table, even when you have a reservation. But the lobby is comfortable enough so I don't think it's that big of an inconvenience. We like going to browse the gift shop or sitting outside people watching. Okay so I want to start with the star dish, love of my life, the buffalo cauliflower. Which has VERY SADLY decreased in quality since the first time I went. It doesn't have as much breading, and they added blue cheese. Overall it's just not anywhere near as amazing so we probably won't come back as frequently because that was the highlight of this meal for me. I hope they change it back. Anyway the entrees are also great. And the BREAD SERVICE. We love the beer cheese option for spreads for the bread. It's delightful and has been the decorate of everyone I've come here with. I love the papardelle pasta. It's a solid option with a good amount of protein and a tasty sauce. My husband had the short rib last visit and that was DELICIOUS. Basically you can't go wrong, all entrees and appetizers are delicious and the vibes are great.

Best breakfast in Disney World! Reasonably priced and the service is always great! Portions are large. Only issue, iced coffee was watery, no flavor, had to send it back but it was no issue.

I'll keep it short and sweet. This was my best meal during my time at Disney. As a foodie, I don't understand why the ratings are trending so low. Service was great and I'm still thinking about that seafood pot pie (and the rolls w/ dip, honestly). Highly recommend.

Breakfast here was a 5. The buffet is $23 and includes fruit, biscuits and gravy, sweet breads, jams, etc. Then you get to choose one entree, a coffee, juice or tea all for the set price. It's a true Disney bargain and worth every penny. The food is delicious. Make a reservation as the host/hostess really depend on their tablets on when to seat parties, just like all of Disney is leaning towards. I do have a few words about our Mobile Order we did for dinner. We ordered around 7:45pm and the food was not ready until 8:53pm. The restaurant closes at 9pm. We are staying at the Yacht Club Resort and attempted to call with our phone and the room phone to see what the heck was going on, we could not get the restaurant or someone to get us into that niche of the operation. Finally our app alerted us it was ready and we went to grab it. Far long from when we ordered! We ordered vegan/plant based dishes for dinner after we felt like we ate like garbage at the park. And we barely ate much at HS because we are pretty health conscious... The appetizer we had was a cauliflower "buffalo style" and it was NOT good. It was like cauliflower blanched then thrown in Franks Red Hot sauce. It's served with a side of white-ranch-ish sauce and romaine lettuce. This was just not thought out and I can't imagine that we are the only ones who think it's not good. Come on. This hotel is $500 a night. It needs to be better! Our entree was the plant based protein bowl that had quinoa, sweet potato, broccolini, sausage and some tomato sauce on top. While it was not what I expect from a hotel that costs so much $, it wasn't terrible. The food felt like it was good for me but I still believe the Yacht Club and Disney can do better with their vegetarian selections. We got the vegetarian dessert that was a coconut mango cake, can't remember the exact name. Again, it was just ok. Did I eat it...yes. Disney should just be able to do better for a deluxe hotel asking $500/night.

We were greeted & seated by some very friendly hostesses but that's where the good service ended. We sat in Erika's section and after 15 minutes of zero acknowledgement she ran by saying she'll be right back. We never her saw again and had to leave so I can't speak to the food only the lack of service.

WOW! I was not expecting it to be an instant new favorite! I had the Dark Chocolate Waffle (Dried Cherry Compote, Espresso-Mascarpone Cream, Chocolate Shavings, and choice of Bacon or Sausage) and the other person in my party had the American Breakfast (Two Eggs-Any Style, Breakfast Potatoes, and choice of Bacon or Sausage). The service was great. Lee from Miami was our waiter and excellent. We did the breakfast buffet. Here it's a little different. You can order an entree and then get the buffet items as well. The buffet included Fresh Fruit , Assorted Yogurt Parfaits, Assorted Breakfast Pastries, House-made Granola, Cheddar Biscuits and Country Gravy, and Warm Cinnamon Rolls. For $23, I had three iced teas, overnight oats, yogurt parfait, delicious chocolate waffles, biscuits and gravy, and crisp bacon. I think I am in heaven. We will make another reservation soon. This place was wonderful! The tea was not as strong as I would have liked but it was freshly brewed and not from a machine so I will take it.

Came here on a work lunch. Food was nothing special for the price. Ambiance was also only ok. It didn't really have anything notable or exciting. We had a large group and they weren't able to seat us all together ... I don't understand why not. So they sat us a 9, 7 and 4. Oddly split and tables weren't even in very close proximity. Our waitress was an older lady who really seemed off put by asking to modify any of the menu items. I wouldn't come here again if given the choice

Seriously the signature dish is dollar dinner rolls sold for 15 dollars. They came with citrus butter bacon jam and cheese (cheddar soft cheese tasted like a jar) Waitress sold as the item and I will.never recommend this restraint to anyone. Meal was just ok nothing special

The food and atmosphere were great! The chicken and waffles exceed my expectations. The savory waffles were good, not great. I prefer the sweet waffles from other Disney restaurants.

Such a nice experience! Katelyn was our server and she was super nice and helped us with the highest recommendations on the menu! My wife got the chicken sandwich and loved it! I highly recommend espresso martini and the margarita as well!

I had heard that Ale & Compass supposedly has the best burger on Disney World property... but to be honest? It was good, not great. Does the burger dethrone Steakhouse 71? Absolutely not. Here's what we ordered: Fish & Chips - Lightly battered, crispy, and served with thick-cut fries and a lemon-caper tartar sauce. Solid choice! Bacon & Vermont Cheddar Burger - Thick patty, caramelized onions, applewood-smoked bacon, herbed mayo... sounds amazing, right? It was good, but not mind-blowing. Warm Apple Cobbler - It was fine, but as a self-proclaimed cobbler hater, I just can't get into it. It wants to be pie so bad... Overall, Ale & Compass is worth a visit if you're in the area, but if you're chasing the best burger on property, I'd still send you to Steakhouse 71 instead.

Might be one of the best sit-down breakfast bargains in Disney. 20% discount for pass holders and Disney Visa. Buffet is the way to go: choice of entree, drink and solid continental breakfast. Enjoyed the Dark Chocolate Waffle, French Toast, and another breakfast entree. So much food that we took our leftovers to go and enjoyed them the next morning. Service--from check in to table side--was friendly, helpful, chatty, rather than obsequious.

Maybe its because I had low expectations, but I was pleasantly surprised by Ale & Compass. Having stayed at Yacht Club, I decided to head down for breakfast to give it a shot. This place gets pretty crowded even on the weekdays, so reservations are recommended. After looking over the menu and doing some research, I decided on 3 different plates. The first was the Crab Cake Benedict. It was perfectly average. Not amazing, but not bad. It came on a huge plate, but the benedicts were a little small, so that was odd. They also give very little potatoes for the side. The second dish was the chocolate waffle with espresso mascarpone cream and chocolate shavings. It also comes with sides of sausage. The chocolate waffles were fluffy, chocolatey, and the cream chocolate/espresso was excellent. The last dish was the smoked salmon flat bread which had egg custard and roasted fennel soubise. I was a little concerned ordering this dish, but it was actually really delicious. The salmon was fresh and the egg custard gave it the creaminess to cut through the seafood flavor. I topped it all off by getting the Peru Alto Mayp coffee press pot, which essentially is just a french press. The coffee was better than all the other typical Joffrey's coffee, but still not great if you actually like coffee. Overall, the service was great, ambiance was nice with the boat theme, and the food was decent for what you pay.

Ale & Compass in Orlando is a great spot for a cozy meal! Lovely atmosphere, delicious seafood dishes, and a great selection for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. I recommend it for family gatherings or anyone looking to take a break from the parks.

We went to Ale & Compass for brunch on our last day in Disney, and it was pretty good! The brunch buffet is a great deal, but it's easy to get too full before your entree comes - so pace yourself! I really liked the fresh fruit & the biscuits & gravy. For an entree, I got the crab cake eggs benedict which was delicious. It was bright & flavorful without being too heavy. Unfortunately, the English muffin it was served on was so rock hard that it was inedible, but I just ate everything on top without it. The breakfast potatoes were a yummy side. Service was good (although a little overbearing at times, but I'll take that over being ignored). Unfortunately, the "fresh squeezed" orange juice tasted like it wasn't that. The ambiance is nautical themed & dark inside (some people I was with thought it was too dark), but I liked it! Food: B- Drinks: C- Service: B- Ambiance: B-

Excellent service and food. Nice atmosphere. Friendly staff and a nice variety of options. I had the pot pie and it was excellent. Great taste and prepared perfectly. The blue crab bisque was also delicious. My wife had the chicken dish and said it was great also. The salad was very fresh and tasted great.