Blue Bayou Restaurant

We were so excited to make reservations to eat at the Blue Bayou restaurant inside of the Pirates of the Caribbean ride. We had a late evening meal and everyone was extremely happy with the food that was served. We got a variety off the menu and were pleased with each meal. The crab cakes were a pleasant appetizer to start off our meal. The market fish was amazing and very tasty. Our female server was ok, but nothing special. She rarely came to our table and then spilled water on my daughter when she passed by. The man JR was amazing!!!! He was super sweet and made our meal amazing and gave us great suggestions of places to visit while at the park. We felt well taken care of with him. Overall, if you want a spectacular experience for the ambiance of a cool place to eat, then make sure to make reservations here. The food is expensive (30-60 a plate) but the food is quite delicious and worth it. I wish we had room for dessert, since we saw several tables order and were impressed with what we saw.

Absolutely loved our experience dining here. The photos are from 2 different times. Their pre fix meals are amazing! Bone-in ribeye size is as big as my hand. Cajun style chicken with rice was wonderful, not too dry. The porg seemed to be eyeing both ribeye and cajun chicken. Atmosphere is intimate with a side of humor. We were sat near the edge where the people on the boat from Pirates of the Carribean can see, some were mostly asking "How's the food??" The waiters and waitresses were super friendly! We always try and make a point out of making reservation here when coming to Disneyland because the place and the whole experience makes it special after a long day in the theme park.

After getting off the Pirates of the Caribbean and walking past, we were able to see they were taking walk-ins. What a delightful treat after a long day at Disneyland. It was nice to be able to sit down and have a wonderful meal. That was our waiter and he was absolutely phenomenal. He worked with us and helping us to make decisions when we were having a hard time His service was outstanding. The food was delicious and we did have a couple of little kerfuffles however he was able to overcome them. This was a great dining experience 10 out of 10 recommend if you’ve ever been on the Pirates of the Caribbean you’ve seen the restaurant you should definitely take time out. It does have a little bit of a small menu with not a lot of options, but they are willing to work with you. The bread is delicious. The steak was outstanding didn’t really like the flavored butter, but the butter with the bread you could eat without the bread, got some of the melted butter to put on the baked potato, and you could pretty much drink that stuff. It was so delicious. It really added an extra layer of yummy to the potato. The Dubai chocolate cheesecake was a little bit odd with the raspberry Cooley and chocolate rocks. I was a little perplexed by the oat crumble. On a sidenote, almost every restaurant in Disneyland and little cart stand that has a dessert comes with an oat crumble. I’m not really sure why they might’ve gotten a really good deal on oat crumble or somebody is just a really big fan, but I don’t think that it added to this dessert in any way shape or form. Again 10 out of 10 recommend coming. It is a little pricey, but the portions are great and the service is outstanding.

Every time my fiancé and I dine here, it’s been an incredible experience! We both got the gumbo as a starter (an absolute must) and a got the 70the anniversary pre-fixe which was exemplary! The salad was fresh, while the ribeye… it’s a steak that dreams are made of. Cooked to a perfect medium rare, seasoned perfectly! The chocolate pistachio cheese cake was a perfect finale! My fiancé had the chicken(not pictured) and loved it! For dessert she got the doberge cake which was DELICIOUS (she gave me a bite ) and it looked great too! Definitely worth the effort! Hurricanes were tasty as always too!

I’ve eaten here many times over the years and the atmosphere at this restaurant beats any nostalgic feeling any other Disney restaurant at any Disney park in the world can offer. The atmosphere and seating especially next to the to the river and watching all the people on the pirates of the Caribbean ride is an incredible feeling. The food is always good but the ambiance of this restaurant is second to none. It will always remain my favourite Disney restaurant. Pro tip, wake up 2 months in advance at 6am PST and make your reservation on the Disney website, otherwise there’s a chance you never get to eat here or experience what Walt Disney wanted us to experience before he died.

We have enjoyed many wonderful meals and service here. The outstanding atmosphere is the most unique in the parks. My husband has celiacs disease and is vegan. His go to dishes here are the beet salad and pistachio lemon basil pasta (yes, they can make it GF upon request), delicious! I really enjoy the prime rib when it's available (also gf, not vegan). Sip a glass of wine, watch the boats go by and enjoy getting off your feet with some good food, cheers!

Ambiance: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Food: 4/5 Drinks: 4/5 Price: 4/5 Parking: n/a Reservations strongly recommended. Theme park ticket to Disneyland Resort required (as it’s in the park). It’s a tradition for my family to stop by Blue Bayou. My only constructive critique would be to add an additional vegetarian offering, as one is fairly limited. Beyond that it’s my favorite place to dine in the parks, and I think the expanded alcohol selection is a nice touch!

Blue Bayou is my favorite restaurant at Disneyland. For being in the heart of New Orleans Square, it feels so serene. The outdoor patio decor, the candlelight, and the position next to Pirates first river just feels so magical. The food is excellent, challenged only by, perhaps, Cathay Circle or Lamplight Lounge. The menu changes seasonally, though certain staples, like steak, market fish, and jambalaya remain. Reservations are very difficult to come by; they seem to fill up immediately. Your best bet is to constantly check the app for cancellations or walk-up availability. But once you're inside, the dinner is pure Disney magic.

Back on my Disney dining reviews and this time we tried out the acclaimed Blue Bayou. This one holds a special place in my heart, I feel like as a kid nothing was cooler than getting to eat at the restaurant inside of the Pirates of the Caribbean ride. Knowing how popular it is, we made our reservation three months in advance and planned a Disney day around it. All in all, the ambiance is definitely the best part, followed by the friendliness of the staff, and then the food is just... alright? It wasn't bad it just wasn't good either? Nothing super special to justify the prices, imo. I got the market fish and my husband got the prime rib. He loved his entree to be fair but I thought mine was just okay. There was something about the vegetables that came with it that I didn't love. I think everything was a little too salty. Staff were very friendly though! Amanda, our kind server, brought me a to go Diet Coke and was very attentive throughout our meal despite it being a busy night. And there really is nothing cooler than eating dinner inside a ride. The ambiance makes you feel as though it's nighttime regardless of the time of day. It's really something special. Overall, I would put it on your try once list.

Another review that might be an update because I'm unsure if I've check-in here officiall before. So this spot is probably THE hardest spot to book a reservation for. Needless to say, it's not for the food. This spot is all about atmosphere, being inside the actual Pirate of the Carribean ride is what makes this such a desired spot. It is by all means a place I'd reccomend for the romantics out there. It's quiet, it's intimate and its cast members do very well to keep the feeling very personal and special... with a catch I will elaborate later. All visits here have be pretty much just because I was able to get a reservation but it is not a spot I actually like. The food is overly priced, EVEN by Disneyland standards and it mostly not good. I've had the Gumbo which is the only thing I like or can stomach. I don't like the portions for the shrimp, the crab cakes are inconsistent. On this visit they were just TOO crabby. Even the drinks suffer, My last visit I ordered a Melongrano Melon Margarita 3 times, it's an alcoholic drink.... What I got 3 times because I thought I ordered wrong, was simply seltzer water with a hint of Melon flavor. I even had to ask our waiter if he got the order right. That's the next point, this place's servers KNOW how hard it is to get and on ever visit I feel like they look down on me and my party. They are often rude and entitled which is the second reason I don't like this spot. That why I'm sad to write that this visit was the absolute best visit yet. Our server was hilarious and attentive, the drink I got this time was the Sweet Peach Iced Tea with Rum and it was indeed an alcoholic drink and one of the best I had in the day so far. Food still sucked though, I had crab cakes again and it was once again very.... crabby...

My wife surprised me with dinner reservations at the Blue Bayou at Disneyland, and it was terrific. The reservation was at 4pm, and we were seated around 4:05pm We were greeted by multiple staff members who brought us the menu, water, and dining utensils. Raul, our waiter, provided excellent customer service and was very attentive to us. Even though he was busy with multiple tables, he remained responsible and attentive. If you've been on the Pirates of the Caribbean ride, you know the ambiance. It was very calm and soothing, and I have to admit it really enhanced our experience at the Blue Bayou. The food was terrific. We ordered the 70th Celebration Prix Fixe, which came with a vegetable heart salad, a ribeye steak, and a chocolate pistachio cheesecake. We also got their prime rib. Note: I ordered an alcoholic beverage mid-meal, and even though I wasn't able to finish my drink when we were ready to leave, Raul said there was no rush for us to leave. We could finish our drinks, then leave. I definitely recommend this place.

Dined at Blue Bayou for lunch recently, and it was a pleasant experience. It was my first time dining at Blue Bayou and I thought the overall ambiance was great. It was nicely decorated with a dim interior that added to the mood/ atmosphere and had thoughtful design features. We checked in with the host a few minutes prior to our reservation time and were called up within 4-5 minutes. We were seated at a cozy, corner table and had a nice view of the dining area and the nearby Pirates ride. Customer service was quite friendly and attentive, and we felt the service during the meal greatly improved the dining experience The menu options for lunch were a bit limited than expected, I was looking for pasta and chose the only option on the menu. It was a vegetarian dish with okra, bell peppers and a flavorful red sauce. The pasta was a good sized portion but seemed to lack veggies and the red sauce was spicier than expected. Another thing to note, the entree options are pricier than other casual restaurants, as this is a place for a nice, sit down meal. We had to rush our meal due to some scheduling restrictions, but I'd still consider returning to Blue Bayou in the future. You are able to make reservations through the Disneyland app up to 60 days prior. It's also helpful to check back, as sometimes people cancel and you may find a new reservation. Possibly worth checking out if you're seeking a unique and worthwhile dining experience.

This was my first time eating at Blue Bayou. I ordered the prime rib meal that came with mashed potatoes and broccolini. I thought the prime rib was a little salty but overall tasted good. The mashed potatoes were good but I was not a fan of the broccolini. We also ordered the fudge cake which I thought was decent but my friends loved it. The staff was very attentive always filling up our drinks and asking if we needed anything. I think it's a nice restaurant to go to every once in a while. The dinner is expensive, but I also think you pay for the experience too since you can see the pirates ride from your seats.

Second time here & we still haven't been able to sit by the water which was disappointing. Besides that, the ambiance was nice and calming. It really makes you feel like you teleported to another place! We came on a Monday night and the place was pretty busy. It took awhile to get our food. I got the chicken and shrimp and my husband got the prime rib. The prime rib was delicious but it was a tad salty. I enjoyed my creole chicken as well, it had a very strong tomato flavor. We also ordered a hurricane which was so good if you're into sweet drinks!

Ambiance: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Food: 4/5 Drinks: 4/5 Price: 4/5 Parking: n/a Reservations strongly recommended. Theme park ticket to Disneyland Resort required (as it's in the park). It's a tradition for my family to stop by Blue Bayou. My only constructive critique would be to add an additional vegetarian offering, as one is fairly limited. Beyond that it's my favorite place to dine in the parks, and I think the expanded alcohol selection is a nice touch!

We snagged some reservations the week before for some dessert. We were able to check-in on the app and our table was actually ready 5 mins before the original time. As expected, the restaurant itself is dimly lit due to being inside the ride. But there's candles on the table and we had no issue seeing the menu or our food. The entire staff was so nice, friendly and accommodating. My family of 4 ordered desserts only, due to the time of our reservation. There was no issue with ordering dessert and drinks, and I'd highly recommend both desserts! We definitely want to visit again!

What an awesome bday experience for our little princess! Right by the water alongside the beginning of the Pirates of the Caribbean - fireflies and Spanish moss among the low hanging branches of the bayou - here we enjoyed a dinner for four with excellent service and food in an atmosphere that is awesome for sure!

I have finally conquered the impossible. After three failed attempts and enough rejection to fuel a villain origin story, I have breached the gates of Blue Bayou. On my 4th attempt, I stood behind a couple who were actually debating whether to take a walk-up spot. I was vibrating. You fools! You absolute novices! You're passing up on your first try what I've hunted like a restless spirit? They declined, and I swooped in like the main character I am. The Pro Tip: Don't show up at 11:00 AM with the reservation swarm. The 12:40 PM window is the sweet spot where the first wave clears out and the "Waitlist Gods" finally smile upon you. The Spoils of War I went for the Prix Fixe menu, and here is the tea: * The Drink: The Peach Raspberry Lemonade is elite. It comes with refills, which is the only way to live. * The Starter: The salad was solid, but for the love of Walt, mix it well--all the dressing was hiding at the bottom. * The Main: The prawns and asparagus were "meh," but the steak and potatoes? Absolutely divine. 10/10. * The Finale: The Pistachio Chocolate Cheesecake was incredible. I could've done without the raspberry accent, but the cake itself was a dream. Also service was absolutely fantastic. One of the servers called me "gorgeous". It's been so long since I've been called that I almost asked him "what are we" loll I am officially stuffed. Thankfully, they provided a box and a bag for my leftovers, because I'm not leaving a single bite of that steak behind. Persistence pays off!

By far the best meal we have ever had at Disney, Disneyland, Disney World or downtown Disney. We have always loved Blue Bayou but reservations are hard to get. You have to jump 60 days out to get a table. Thankfully we were able to find a last minute cancellation by obsessively checking the reservation site. They had their new 70th anniversary 3 course dinner which I couldn't recommend highly enough. It was delicious. Well balanced and huge portion - perfect for the two of us to share. We changed the dressing from ranch to balsamic. Steak was cooked perfectly. The dessert was epic - from the pistachio to even the birthday candle for my daughter! We added the beet salad which was excellent as usual. Kids enjoyed their meal! Love the ambience of the Bayou and how you see the pirates of the Caribbean ride in the background. My daughter loved seeing the "firefly" that stayed in the same place throughout our dinner... This is a must for any trip to Disney if you want good food.

Finally got a reservation here and it was a nice experience to dine by the ride! Got the roasted chicken which comes in a bed of rice with a sauce that is a bit spicy and also 4 generous pieces of shrimp. It was delicious! The prime rib was ok, wouldn't get it again. The only thing that stands out about this place is the setting which is what you're paying for so at the end of the day worth a visit.

I can't say this is the "best" theme park restaurant, but it is easily the best restaurant experience at a theme park. I will say, eating here is a little overrated. It's really hard to get reservations. However what makes this place the "best" experience is because the restaurant is inside of a ride, and the food they serve is usually upscale, southern steakhouse style food. I only recommend to eat here if you have two hours to spend for dinner. Menu changes often but if you're celebrating a special occasion, the menu will live up to it.

This was the hardest to get a reservation. You'll have to book it like three months in advance through the Disneyland app. We got lucky on the same day while visiting Disneyland. Walk ins are impossible to get probability of 40 percent to actually be seated at a table. It was my daughter's birthday and wanted to make extra special for her. She always ask me every time we ride Pirates of the Caribbean, when we will go dine there. Finally, had the chance. The experience wasn't the best because our waiter was super busy. We didn't feel that welcoming vibes. He really didn't acknowledge us as we waited for him to introduce himself as our server. It literally took about 10 minutes before he came over. On the bright side, we were seated by the water which was the highlight of it all. Food is mediocre at overpriced menu. I'm mean what do you expect, it's Disneyland. I just ordered a cup of gumbo soup and my daughter had kids shrimps plate meal which comes with rice and tangerine plus a drink. My daughter enjoyed her meal and it was her first time trying my gumbo soup. She loved it so much, I gave up my soup. I also had some mint julep drink. Very refreshing! Overall, it was a good experience for my daughter's first time visiting. Ambiance is quite amazing with dim lights and views of Pirates of Caribbean ride on the water.

What an absolutely beautiful and romantic spot to take a breather away from the hustle and bustle of the park crowds outside. Stepping in here makes you feel like you were transported straight to a peaceful night in the Bayou. I had read so many reviews about how the ambiance here cannot be beat but you really have to experience it for yourself. We made a dinner reservation and, after running around the park all day long, totally felt like this was the right move to finally relax, rest the tired legs and enjoy a peaceful and slow sit-down dinner. It is rough getting a reservation, had to wake up around 6am PST exactly 2 months before the date but at that time was able to snag exactly the reservation time I wanted. Definitely ask for the waterside if you can - we showed up 15 minutes early to our reservation and asked for waterside and told them we were willing to wait extra. They told us we may have to wait an extra 30-45 minutes for the water-side so we stepped out to explore some of the shops and they called us back within 5 minutes! Our server was incredibly friendly, and attentive, and we were especially grateful of the attention paid to addressing our food allergies. You won't be getting Michelin-level food here, just your bread-and-butter fancy American food, but maybe it was that combined with the ambiance that just made it taste so much better! The gumbo and filet mignon were our favorites. We loved it so much that even though we were full, we had to order some dessert just so that we could sit and enjoy the restaurant longer. To our surprise, the ice cream came out in a little mickey shape! I miss this place already and can't wait to be back.

Very difficult to get into but well worth it. Been going here since I was little and it was not as difficult to get into but with times everything changes Food was incredible and service was spot on. Makes you feel like you are sitting in the Bayou enjoying a great meal.

I have been dyyyyyying to come here! You have HAVE to book a reservation 60 days in advance; or walk up and see if you get lucky... I've been long awaiting to come here, and yesterday was that day! (Although, very sad they forgot a birthday at the very end.) Food was automatically a 10/10. Deeeelicious. For appetizer, my partner and I chose the brioche bread which was un regrettable. So soft and tasty. I got the filet and my partner had the prime rib. Both meats were tender and cooked to perfection. Both absolutely delicious. Definitely would make a trip back for this restaurant! Plus, the smell of the pirates water is addictive, haha!

Let me just say, that one of my first memories of Disneyland was riding Pirates of the Caribbean & glancing over to the right to see a bunch of patrons dining just yonder over. That was circa 1992. I'm not exactly sure why, but after countless visits to The Magic Kingdom, it never occurred to me to ever dine here. In retrospect, I think it had to do with the people whom I chose to visit Disneyland with & them really just wanting something fast + easy. Fast forward 30+ years later, I'm really glad that I can finally scratch "Blue Bayou" off of my bucket list. FOOD: Crab Cakes - 8.7 / 10 Almost the size of an amuse bouche. These circles of shellfish prove that Disneyland can do fine dining. A lot of work went into this simple appetizer. You can feel the delicate nature of the crab cakes (& or course, the use of real crabmeat) & the very adequate amount of seasoning + flavor. The remoulade sauce provides a nice, spicy bite & the apple-arugula salad is the peppery greens that you need to counterbalance the plethora of tastes + textures. 70th Celebration Prix-Fixe $89 - Vegetable Hearts Salad - 5.5 / 10 This looked delicious, but with the sheer number of items that my friend & I ordered, this was barely touched. It's a typical salad + there' nothing wrong with that. - Ribeye Steak and Prawns with Western Butter - 7.5 / 10 The steak was cooked to a nice medium rare, but it was salty. I have a high tolerance for salt, but if I ordered this again in the future, I would definitely request the cook to go light on the seasoning. The shrimp were plump & not try. The loaded baked potato was hearty, especially with the indulgent bacon bits, melty cheddar cheese, & nice oniony bite of the chives. Prime Rib - 8.9 / 10 You can't go wrong with prime rib. Although my friend ordered this, she's the cool kind of person that shares entire orders so that we can go "splitsies" on everything. We both agreed that this is the entrée to order. The steak was melt-in-your-mouth tender. The accompanying demi-glace is exactly what you want - it complements the steak without overpowering it. The mashed potatoes were fine & the asparagus stood up to the richness of the beef. - Doberge Cake - 8.8 / 10 Since I have a nut allergy, the restaurant happily accommodated my substitution. I'm not the biggest pumpkin fan when it comes to desserts, but the combination with chocolate is highly underrated. The cake was spongy but not dry at all. Very moist & rich. Crème Brûlée Tart = 9.0 / 10 The burnt sugary crust is like nothing that I've had before. I feel like they put a secret ingredient here - like brown sugar or some kind of alternative yet delicious sweetener. The custard itself was fine, with a nice balance of richness yet melt-in-your-mouth delicate texture. But again, the sugary crust is the star here. Sorbet = 9.1 / 10 This was a shockingly pleasant surprise. Since out waiter accidentally gave us a Chocolate-Pistachio Cheesecake (I am allergic to Pistachios), another kind waiter replaced the original dessert with their Sorbet. This is the dessert to get. The size alone was impressive -can easily satisfy two people with hearty helping or up to four people with smaller portions. As someone who has slowly developed less tolerance to sweets, this is the move. I could be mistaken, but the main flavor that I picked-up on was melon. Either way, this is a safe bet. The truly impressing thing here is that everyone who works here loves it here. You can tell that the front of house is on top of their game. When I asked one of the servers (Frazier) why they were so good, he did not fail to mention that is was because of their strong - & very supportive management. When I went to a manger (Mika) to compliment all my servers, she did not fail to mention that they themselves deserve all the credit. You can tell that they run a tight ship & with some workers having been here for 16+ years, there truly is a rarer, harmonious dynamic between the front-of-line workers + their management. That said, I have to give the biggest shout-out to Leslie at check-in for helping to make my dream of dining here become a reality. Also, our waiter David, Tina, Mack, Peter, & especially Frazier. NOTE: One thing you can also do, is parlay the positive feedback to the guest review that you get via e-mail after your visit. I truly hope that I get to dine here again as I admittedly become a tad spoiled. Thank you so much to everyone at The Blue Bayou!

I have core memories of this place as a child in the 90s. As an adult I can appreciate the intimate ambiance and delicious food. This place requires a reservation as far as I know and it's always booked so if you're set on dining here, book asap. The staff is friendly and attentive. I ordered the crab cake appetizer and market fish (striped sea bass) with a mint julep. The crab cakes were phenomenal with good sized chunks of crab meat and slightly crispy on top. The fish was delicious too! Well cooked with a refreshing slaw and coconut flavored sauce. The mint julep was refreshing too after a long day at the parks! It may be December, but it's still in the 80s and the sun was not hiding. I was pleasantly surprised the mint julep had free refills, but at $8 it was well worth it. I recommend this place if you're looking for some place to celebrate or just enjoy a relaxing meal in a backyard looking out into the bayou aka the Pirates of the Caribbean boats passing by.

We wanted to experience some dining next to Pirates! This restaurant cannot be reserved (or at least very difficult to reserve!) but you have to go standby in person for the host to put you on the list. We got there at 10:55 before their normal 11a lunch opening and had to wait 25 minutes, with text reminders to come back at the 15, 10, 5 min marks. It's actually a bit dark inside but you can still see enough. We got the monte cristo and the cherry and prosciutto salad. The monte cristo is the Disney version that's deep fried in batter and dusted with powdered sugar with some jam. It also comes with a salad and potato chips which were also really good!

Avast ye! Dining at the Blue Bayou is always an adventure! From the moment you're seated inside the atmosphere is unforgettable, dark, dreamy, and pure Disneyland magic. The immersive Louisiana charm with the fireflies, chirping crickets and the soft splash of the Pirates of The Caribbean boats as they launch into their dark adventure is unforgettable. The service is excellent, the portions are generous, and the food? Yo ho, yo ho, it delivers. The ribeye and that rosemary bread are TDF... TDF!! We come every year and are never disappointed. If you're looking for great food with a side of Disney nostalgia and pirate charm, this is it. Yo ho, yo ho, you will not be disappointed! ‍

Beautiful restaurant located inside the Pirates of the Caribbean ride. It's by the water where you can see the riders entering the ride, which was really cool. The ambiance and decor inside is so charming you literally feel like you're in a Disney movie. Service was great, and we had a reservation and were lucky enough to be sat right by the water. Prices are expensive but that is to be expected at a spot like this. I ordered the Monte Cristo and it was DELICIOUS. Perfectly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside with just the right amount of flavor. This was my first time trying a Monte Cristo and I was blown away. The portion size of it was very big too. I'm so glad I got to have this experience here, and I highly recommend it for a special occasion.

Ok so Ive been a fan of Blue Bayou for a long time. But my last visit was about 3 years ago and the food took a dip. Serving size and quality went down. Decided to make a reservation for Christmas. I was initially disappointed to learn the menu changed, but whatever. Ordered the gumbo, fish (if I recall it was a red snapper), and Hurricane cocktail. The gumbo was tasty, fish was really good, and cocktail was dangerous. I could drink a lot of it if I wasn't careful. My sister and brother-in-law ordered the 70th Celebration Pre-fixe which is $89 for three course meals. They both got the rib-eye. Now I am not a steak person at all. But I tried some and man, if was really good. Dan, our waiter, was very friendly and attentive. I am going to write a positive review of Dan to Disneyland so they can recognize him! Overall I am glad that the menu got better. I must admit having alcohol in the park is weird, but obviously I didnt hold back.

COVID-19: Social distancing is not enforced at this establishment. Some of the staff wears a mask. All customers are not expected to wear a mask. It's optional now. There are no hand sanitizers available for customers to use in the restaurant. While I was here in this establishment in October, I asked if they had any special offers and they weren't offering any at the moment. They currently don't have happy hour. They also do not allow pets in their establishment UNLESS it's a service animal.  Parking: The parking lot for this establishment is massive since it is located in Disneyland. Parking spots are spacious. This restaurant is located behind the Pirates of the Caribbean ride. The vibes here are chill, cozy, and intimate. Food and Drinks: My friend and I ordered the mint julep, coke, crab cakes, prime rib, doberge cake, creme brûlée tart, sorbet, and the 70th Celebration Prix Fixe Menu (Vegetable heart salad, rib eye steak and prawns with western butter, chocolate pistachio cheesecake). For drinks, I ordered the mint julep, and my friend ordered the coke. My mint julep was a classic drink, and it was a very refreshing drink minus the alcohol. My friend who got the coke also thought his drink was incredibly refreshing as well. I mean, you can't go wrong with a coke. The crab cakes were ambrosial and packed with tender and juicy crab meat. The rémoulade sauce added more flavor to the crab cake. The petite apple arugula salad was a tasty and fresh combo with the crab cake. The vegetable heart salad is one of the simplest and most delicious salads. Everything in this dish was very fresh, colorful, and hearty. The mouthwatering prime rib with peppercorn demi-glace was cooked till extremely tender and juicy. The buttery soft meat just melted in my mouth. Perfection! The mashed potatoes were incredibly soft, buttery, and creamy. A great side to the already delicious dish. The roasted asparagus was crispy, tender, and caramelized. Also another amazing side to this dish. It paired with the prime rib well. My friend ordered the ribeye steak and prawns with western butter, and he was kind enough to share with me his order. My initial thought for the ribeye was that it was extremely salty. The chef needs to NOT be heavy handed with the salt for this dish. I was not a fan of this dish at all. The meat though was very tender and juicy. I can't say that it was flavorful because all I could taste was the salt. It was too overpowering. The prawns were just boiled and lightly salted and seared in butter. They were massive and juicy. Honestly, the savior of this dish. It also came with a side of loaded baked potato and asparagus. The loaded baked potato was perfectly crispy and flavorful on the outside, soft, tender, and fluffy on the inside, and so flavorful and delicious. The boiled asparagus was lightly salted. A good counter balance to the ribeye. Skip this dish. As for desserts, we had the doberge cake, creme brûlée tart, and sorbet. The doberge cake had layers of pumpkin spice sponge, chocolate whipped ganache, and salted caramel buttercream. It was decadent, moist, and rich. A bit too sweet for my taste. Plus, I hate pumpkin spice, so this dessert was not for me. The creme brûlée tart had a silky, rich, smooth, and soft custard center and it was topped with a thin layer of caramelized and brittle coating. I enjoy cracking through that golden sugar top. In addition, it was also topped with fresh fruits (strawberries and blueberries). The crust was sturdy, rich, and crumbly. You can really taste the vanilla bean. It's not overpowering though. This dessert wasn't too sweet for me. It was just right. The mango sorbet was phenomenal. Highly recommend! Not too sweet nor too sour. Just right. It's fruity, light, and refreshing. I love that we could really taste the mango. It was also topped with fresh strawberries and blueberries. Note: We didn't have the chocolate pistachio cheesecake because my friend is deathly allergic to pistachios, and we substituted this with the mango sorbet. Staff: The staff here are very friendly, attentive, knowledgeable, and helpful. They accept both cash and credit cards. There is no credit card minimum.

Well your at Disneyland and if you can get a reservation get one It's one of the best experiences of dinning that I've had. When ever I was on the pirates of the Caribbean ride I always wanted to be in that restaurant watching the riders float by and waving and have dinner at the same time. Loved it our waiter and all staff for that matter were so welcoming and friendly and helpful a very attentive to our needs at the moment. Food and drinks are very well put together and they offer great recommendations. All around great time. It's nice and dark inside with lil lite to see each other, but very cool and the ambiance with the sounds of crickets and bullfrogs make the experience wonderful. Just like Disney Does I will be back

We've been Disney pass holders for over a decade now and Blue Bayou is one of those restaurants where you dine at just once for the vibes . First off, I I booked this reservation well in advanced and was really looking forward to it since it would be my 3yo son's first time . Checking-in was a breeze and customer service at the door was wonderful per usual . We were sat right in the front and center next to the water where you could actually see the boats going by on the POTC ride which was pretty awesome ! Overall, the food here is usually pretty mid out of all the times I've dined here . Now that both my children have experienced the vibe, Blue Bayou wouldn't be our first choice when at Disneyland . If its your first time, id say dine here for the experience, but if you're looking for just good cajun food, check out Cafe Orleans next door, the food is pretty similar and served fresh .

Love this place but there are rarely any reservations available. The service has always been above and beyond; food is pretty good. Have the Pesto Pasta with added chicken. Ambiance is great, it's part of the Pirates of the Caribbean attraction. Definitely a good place to dine in Disneyland but a bit pricey.

We had a great experience at Blue Bayou! Every year I try to make a reservation at the last minute and of course on Thanksgiving it's always booked. My friend told me to book the reservation 60 days in advance and I was able to get a dinner reservation at 8:30pm. We got the crab cakes with apple arugula salad, Rosemary & Sea Salt Brioche, and the Prime Rib with mashed potatoes and roasted vegetables. Everything we had was really flavorful! We ate everything and left nice and full. We would definitely order everything we got. The service of the staff was amazing. Everyone was kind, from the host to even the bus boy. And of course the ambience was perfect eating inside of the Pirates of Caribbean ride. So happy we finally went and can check it off our bucket list.

AMAZING DINING EXPERIENCE AT DISNEYLAND! PROs: The staff are all super professional and knowledgeable. The vibes and decor are next level since you eating next to Pirates of the Caribbean ride. The menu is small but has most things covered. There are several adult beverages to choose from along with a good kids menu to pick from. Also there is a clean private bathroom for people that are eating here. CONs: You MUST book this place months in advance - don't expect to walk up and get same day reservations. It is technically possible but don't plan on that happening.

Came here on Friday noon and had to waitlist right when they first open at 11AM. Couldn't get any reservation beforehand. We waited around 15 minutes after getting on the waitlist. The atmosphere was amazing, it is right next to the pirates of the caribbean ride so you can see the ride passing by the restaurant. The food was amazing as well, we ordered the gumbo, crab cake, and fish of the day. All of them were packed with flavors and not a single dish disappointed me. It is not cheap but the quality of the food and the ambiance definitely made it worth it.

Got a reservation that morning and decided to come try it. We got the 70 year celebration package. It came over a very delicious artichoke salad, ribeye and shrimp and potato, and a pistachio cheesecake. I would defiantly come back to get it again. We also got the kids prime rib and kids shrimp dish. They were good as well but I felt like the ribeye was a lot better than the prime rib in the seasoning and flavor. It was also fun because we went on pirates right before coming to eat here so we got the enjoy the ambiance with all the lanterns

Went to Blue Bayou for the first time after countless Disneyland trips, and it was a truly magical experience! The ambiance is unmatched. You are literally inside Pirates of the Caribbean. The staff was so friendly, and I loved the lighting and design of the restaurant, as well as watching the boats go by. While the food was on the pricier side, the experience combined with the ambiance was truly worth every penny. We started with the brioche bread, which was soft and delicious. We shared the 70th specialty meal, which included three courses with salad, steak, and dessert. The salad was fresh, the steak and potatoes were tender and flavorful, and the dessert was unique. I wasn't a big fan of the Bayou Lemonade, but besides that we enjoyed everything. Definitely planning to go back next time we are at Disneyland!

We finally decided to try the coveted restaurant inside the Pirates of Caribbean ride. It's a nice break from the outdoor heat wave. The ambiance inside is dark and cool. I have mixed feelings because my food was good but the kids chicken tender plate was pretty sad as you can see in my pictures (they just threw some grapes on the plate with 2 skinny tenders and a tiny scoop of rice). It is obviously overpriced and the prices are on par with high end restaurants but not the caliber of food quality or portion. We did not get the "magical" Disney service despite the expected 20% tip. Our server was unfriendly and unenthusiastic, and it seemed like we were a bother for being there. Unless you are seated right by the water where the boats go by, you cannot see anything and the tables are too close to each other. I think this is a one time deal for us and I'd rather spend our money on the classic go to's such as churros, ice cream, and burgers and fries.

The ambience of this place was pretty cool as you get to sit next to the water where people are riding rides on boats. It's pretty dark but they have lights all over the place. I did not reserve early but they had open seats so I made a reservation. I opted for the sea bass and was really satisfied it came out really tasty if you like fish I'd highly recommend it. The gumbo I also ordered to try which was pretty decent gumbo that came in a little cup. My brother was really satisfied with this pasta and it was filling.

Food was amazing, drinks were amazing. The only hard thing about this place is getting a reservation, but then again it's good, so everyone wants to try it. I had the filet mignon there and it was delicious.

Excellent food! The ambience is perfect and the service was on point and punctual. Very comfortable area while waiting. Decor is themed perfectly for the bayou scene. Loved the pesto pasta dish. The filet mignon was delectable and the sauce was smooth and savory. Dessert was Doberge Cake, pumpkin chocolate fusion with buttercream, magical! The only complaint would be the littles chicken fingers meal. Sparse and small portions even for a child. The "fruit" was grapes, for littles! Can you say choking hazard!? We had to cut the grapes in half for our littles to consume.

I was so excited to snatch a last minute reservation for this restaurant! And it did not disappoint. Known for the ambiance of their dining room that overlooks the start of the Pirates of the Caribbean ride, it was a fun experience. This is not overly distracting, and if you are not right at the railing, it is hardly noticeable, but it still adds an element to the restaurant that brings it to life a little bit more. The menu wasn't huge, but there were a couple of solid options on there that made it difficult to choose! It was a little bit nicer than your typical theme park food, and not only was it very tasty, but very filling. You 100% must start with the brioche. I know it stinks when you have to pay for bread service, but this one is so worth it! The pasta was very light but flavorful and a great portion. I wish there was a smaller portion of the Monte Cristo, like an appetizer or something. I wanted to try it so badly, but did not want it to be my entire meal. The dessert was delicious and the perfect end to our meal.

My Mom hadn't been in a bit and I was able to get reservations on the 4th of July. We had a great time. Blue Bayou has a pretty great prefix menu with starter, main, and desert. We opted to go for stuff of the menu though. My daughter and son each got the steak with mashed and veg and my Mom and I got the watermelon salad which was light, full of flavor, and filling. We also ordered the bread, I LOVE my carbs but easily some of the best bread I have had! The premixed drinks are ok, the hurricane and peach tea taste more like punch than anything (which I think happens with premixed drinks everywhere) but they have a great, small wine list available. The best part is the amazing staff and the kick ass view! I mean how many times do you get to dine under the stars and with Pirates? There is not a bad seat in the house. IT is a sit down restaurant so the prices are a bit higher but not too bad plus you can use your Magic Key for a discount! Only thing better would be if Captain Jack himself sat at the table with me!

Blue Bayou has become a "must" when visiting Disneyland. As most know, it is extremely hard to get a reservation unless you are on the site when the date and times open up, or if you get lucky when someone cancels. They do also take limited walk-ins but no guarantees. The food is not super life-changing, but the atmosphere is what gets me all the time. Our favorite ride is Pirates of the Caribbean, so what better way to enjoy it even more than to eat inside of the attraction?! During our last visit a few weeks ago, we were able to get a 2:00p reservation. When I checked in, I asked to get a seat by the water (no guarantees for this either) and thankfully, they were able to accommodate it! We only had to wait about 5 more minutes. We ordered the prix fixe menu. A little pricey but damn, it was delicious! My family agreed that this was THE BEST meal of our vacation. It came with a salad, a ribeye steak with prawns, and then a chocolate chip mousse dessert. We ordered 2 of these for 3 people and it was A LOT. Way more than enough for all of us. Definitely will keep coming back!!

I've been here a handful of times and actually am surprised that I haven't left a review. I'm happy to see plant based vegan options on the menu including an option on the kids menu! Yay! My daughter ordered the marinera pasta (sauce on the side), veggies (broccoli), steamed rice and kids lemonade. The baby picked off her place since she's not eating much these days. Hubby and I shared the heirloom tomato and watermelon salad. It was tasty. The cream they used balanced out all the flavors. It was a little sweet by itself but with everything it reminded me of the old school fruit salad with whipped cream but less sweet and more refreshing. We each ordered the pistacho lemon basil pasta and it was delicious! We enjoyed the plant based vegan options! I ordered a mint Julip and hubby ordered a coke. The service was okay. There were a few times we needed something and could not reach our water. They ended up putting butter (non vegan) on the side instead of marinera, we also were waiting a while to order dessert so we could close our tab. Lastly, the ambiance here is so cool. They make the restaurant look like you're dining outside but you're actually viewing part of the Pirates of the Caribbean ride. This is another one of those Disney experiences. Yes, it la pricey but so is everything else at Disney.

Just left lunch. We waited weeks to come because reservations are scarce. Even with reservations, waited over 20 minutes for our table. When the server came, he rushed us to order everything- drinks, appetizers, mains- all at once. My son got the kids shrimp, described as shrimp sautéed in butter with fresh fruit. There were 4 plain shrimp and 2 unpeeled cuties. I literally laughed when they put the plate down. It seemed like a joke. I looked it up out of curiosity. His meal had 90-100 calories. You know, for growing children. My daughter's spaghetti was room temperature. It was also her birthday and we noted it on the reservation. There was no effort to recognize or celebrate her birthday. She was even wearing a birthday pin. That has never happened to us any time we have visited Disney on a birthday before. The ambience is the only reason to like this place, but you can see it from the ride. In general, I felt 'nickel and dimed' if you know what I mean. Also note, the bathrooms had no hot water in the taps. I told an employee and they said it was a maintenance issue, but I noticed that no customer restrooms throughout the entire park had any hot water. I am pretty sure it's a health code violation. (If you want a nice meal during your visit, Carthay Circle in California Adventure is a legitimately great restaurant with great service and atmosphere. But still no hot water. ) From my kids: Daughter- "Bahumbug I'd eat this if I was about to starve to death - maybe enough food for three ants. ninety percent of plate empty disappointing shame on you . " Son - "Yeah, I ordered kids shrimp with fruit on the side. THERE WERE 4 SHRIMP AND 2 CUTIES. That was double fruit by the way. What a scam. Don't come here."

~Food/Drinks~ A Taste of Blue Bayou: A set menu that comes with an appetizer, entree and dessert. I had my doubts since this is theme park food we're talking about but I was blown away. Fig and Prosciutto Salad: This was the appetizer for the "A Taste of Blue Bayou." Light and refreshing. The prosciutto was fried to crispy little bits and the fig was slightly sweet with a texture similar to a pear. Chicken Gumbo: Kind of small serving size for the price. It's got a little kick but very flavorful. Cajun Surf and Turf: This was the entree for the "A Taste of Blue Bayou." The ribeye is 11 oz., including the bone. Very tender cut of meat and it was cooked to our request (medium rare), although a little rare closer to the bone. The butter garlic was a nice touch but I thought it was already well flavored and didn't need it. The seafood was more sweet than I expected...kind of had like a sweet glaze. There was a mix of corn, sausages, shrimp, clams, mussels, and potatoes. Market Fish: When we visited, the fish was a Chilean sea bass. The meat was flaky and moist. I was hoping for a more crusted/crunchy skin but it's better than I expected for an amusement park restaurant. Brown Butter Banana Cake: This was the dessert for the "A Taste of Blue Bayou." And wow, what a dessert! This was by far my favorite thing and unfortunately, they don't always have it on the menu! It tasted closer to a banana nut muffin but made so much better with the caramelized walnuts and banana. If you're ever visiting and they have this on the menu, you have to get it! Unfortunately, they don't do take-out so make sure you get a reservation! ~Service~ Staff were amazing and the service has that Disney magic you'd find anywhere else in the park. ~Atmosphere~ I've always wondered if the restaurant would smell like the Pirates' ride water but I didn't notice anything. And it's not as dim as you'd think it would be. I was able to read the menu without using my phone light. Sometimes you'll get an occasional rowdy park guest on the ride but for the most point, it feels like you have stepped out of the park. ~Logistics~ One of the most popular restaurant reservations so you have to be ready. I jumped on these reservations as soon as it was available and they open up 60 days in advance. The day we wanted got fully booked within minutes so make sure you have the Disneyland app installed and you're logged in beforehand! On the day of, you can actually check-in about 20 minutes before your reservation. Wait in the lobby after checking in and someone will come get you when the table is ready. ~Conclusion~ So happy that I finally got to try Blue Bayou! I think it lived up to the hype and it's a great break from the crowds in the park. Highly recommend!

Unfortunately, Blue Bayou was the biggest disappointment of the day! This is one of the most popular restaurants and hardest reservations to get, so my hopes were high. Overall, it was extremely overpriced for what you get in terms of quality. We booked it 60 days in advance and only the 8:40pm spot was available. We ordered the prixe fixe menu which came with a salad, steak and shrimp, and a dessert. The salad was fine but was swimming in dressing. The biggest disappointment was the steak, which we asked for medium rare but it was almost well done. The quality of the steak was thin and chewy. You'd think at $90 per person for the prixe fixe menu, the steak would be decent. It had already taken almost an hour for the steak to come out and we had night time plans in the park, otherwise we would have said something. Our server was very friendly and attentive, which we appreciated. The ambiance was definitely a really unique experience, which is why I'm still giving it 3 stars. It feels like you are dining at a southern restaurant under the stars. Unless you are seated by the railing, you don't really get to see the Pirates of the Caribbean boats go by, which was a bit of a bummer. Still cool nonetheless. I'm glad we finally got to see what it was all about, but we don't feel the need to be going back!

The service was sub par especially for the hefty price tag this restaurant comes with. I was able to snag a lunch reservation and my friend got the pasta and she enjoyed that. I got the monte cristo and it was wayyyy too much bread. And the flavor was lacking. The salad was wilted and drenched in dressing probably to hide the fact that the lettuce was wilted. If I do come back which I probably won't I would just get apps and drinks the hurricane was great I'm happy they didn't mess that up. The ambiance is amazing you feel as if you are eating swamp side in New Orleans. I'm sad it was such a disappointment

In all the years I've came to Disneyland, I've always thought this restaurant looked amazing from the Pirates of the Caribbean ride. Once entering the restaurant, the Blue Bayou is pure Disney magic. The atmosphere is unbeatable, dining "outdoors" under the twinkling lanterns while boats from Pirates of the Caribbean float by is such a surreal and cozy experience. It's quiet, romantic, and totally unique being in Disneyland. The food was delicious and much better than typical theme park fare which is expected for a fine dining sit down. We got the prix fixe 3 course meal they were offering for their 70th anniversary. Included a house salad, rib eye, and cheese cake which is shareable unless you have a huge appetite. Also got the blueberry cocktail and I liked it given the carbonation and not being overly sweet. Service was friendly and attentive despite how busy it was. And it is ALWAYS busy it appears. It is on the pricier side, but you're paying for the experience as much as the meal -- and it's worth every penny for the ambiance alone. Perfect spot for a special occasion or just to soak in your surrounding.

First time dining at this Disneyland gem! Getting a reservation here is notoriously tough--especially for larger parties--so snagging a table for seven felt like a major win. Just a heads up: the bigger your group, the farther your table will likely be from the water, but honestly, the ambiance is still magical. Photos and videos don't quite capture the vibe--it's truly a mood. Food-wise: * The bread was warm and delicious. * The gumbo was spectacular--definitely a highlight. * The Monte Cristo wasn't quite what we expected; it's fully fried and dusted with sugar, making it heavier than anticipated. * The pasta came in a generous portion and was tasty. * The crab cakes were also solid. * And of course, I absolutely loved my mint julep Overall, it was a memorable dining experience, and I'm glad we finally got to try it!

Great spot! The food was delicious and the server was really good, friendly, fast, and attentive. Definitely worth coming back!

The Blue Bayou's main draw is the location inside Pirates of the Caribbean. It's a unique setting, but that value depends heavily on where you're seated. If you're near the water, you get the full effect of the boats passing by. If not, the atmosphere becomes more of a dimly lit dining room with background noise and lanterns. The food was the weak point. My wife and her family are from New Orleans and nearby parishes, and we make gumbo at home a few times a year. She was really looking forward to trying their version. Her summary was, "At least it's better than the worst gumbo I've made." That captures it: not bad, but nowhere near what the menu suggests or what the price warrants. The flavors were muted and felt tailored for broad appeal rather than authenticity. Service was good, and the experience is worth doing once, but the food doesn't meet the expectations set by the cost or the setting. If you go, go for the novelty, not the meal.

Good food, the prime rib feels like butter the moment my knife touches it. The gumbo could use more work. Great servers, love the night setting inside the restaurant.