Polite Pig Restaurant Review | Disney Springs Dining
You can usually find us perched up at the Polite Pig bourbon bar at Disney Springs. The drinks are good (hello, Sweet Tea Old Fashioned), the bartenders are friendly, and it’s one of our favorite places to end a relaxing Disney day!
If you’re planning a trip to Walt Disney World, you must add The Polite Pig to your bucket list. This standout among Disney Springs restaurants delivers a barbecue experience that feels upscale yet totally relaxed. From smoked brisket to hop salt pretzels and the largest bourbon bar on Disney property, it’s quickly become one of our favorite places to eat at Disney Springs.
Let’s dig into what makes Polite Pig at Disney Springs a must for your next Orlando vacation!
I like barbecue, but it’s not my first choice, and with so many other fantastic restaurants at Disney Springs, we had overlooked this gem for far too long. I was expecting typical barbecue classics like pulled pork, macaroni and cheese, and coleslaw, which are fine but not my favorites. However, with offerings such as barbecue meatballs, Caesar salad, a smoked turkey BLT, and cedar-planked salmon, continue reading to learn why The Polite Pig Disney Springs has become one of our Disney musts! (psst. you can often find us hanging out at the outdoor bourbon bar)
Polite Pig Disney Springs
The Polite Pig is a fast-casual barbecue restaurant with an upscale feel. The food is elevated but not in a pretentious way. It’s also home to one of the largest bourbon selections on Disney property, which features a fantastic Sweet Tea Old Fashioned, pictured below. Once you place your order, you find a seat, and a server will bring your food to you. They go a step further by checking on you and sometimes refilling drinks and sauces, making it feel more like a full-service experience.
Before diving into the food, here are some fun facts and tidbits.
Who owns the Polite Pig?
- The Polite Pig is actually not owned by Disney. It’s owned by James Beard Award nominees James & Julie Petrakis, who also own the Ravenous Pig gastropub in Winter Park. The Polite Pig in Disney Springs is the only location of its kind in the world. This, along with the unique food and bourbon bar, is part of what draws people in. It’s been a hit since the doors were opened.
Polite Pig Menu Options
- The Polite Pig offers a variety of options, including appetizers, salads, soups, sandwiches, and platters. It’s a meat-forward menu, with all meats smoked fresh on-site, including brisket, ribs, chicken, and pork. There is also an unlimited sauce bar. A personal pet peeve of mine is when my meal is pre-sauced, so I appreciate having some control there.
Where is the Polite Pig located?
- The Polite Pig is located in the Town Center section of Disney Springs. When parking a car, you’ll want to park in the lime garage, which will bring you practically right to the door. When you exit the garage via the escalator or elevator, it’s just a few steps in front of you on your right.
The Polite Pig Reservations
- You do not need reservations, so it’s on a first-come, first-served basis. It gets crowded quickly, and there is almost always a line out the door before it opens, so plan accordingly. I suggest arriving early and eating between busy meal times. There is also a small outdoor bourbon bar where you can find us hanging out!
Without further ado, let’s discuss the real reason everyone is here – the food at Polite Pig Disney Springs! As always, I recommend checking the menu to verify the dish you’re interested in is still available. Disney is constantly changing menus! Polite Pig Menu
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Chipotle Cobb $14.00
If you think salads are boring, this is the salad that will change your mind. In fact, we have two roundups of our favorites from our 2024 Disney trip, as well as the most recent one from 2025.
The Polite Pig’s Cobb starts with mixed greens topped with chopped eggs, roasted corn, cherry tomatoes, and cheddar cheese, and is served with an avocado chipotle dressing. You can add any of their smoked meats, so we chose brisket. The combination of flavors and textures is absolutely amazing. Chewy, smoky brisket, fresh veggies, crisp lettuce, and a creamy, flavorful dressing—perfection. The salad is humongous and served in a stainless steel mixing bowl. Two people can easily share it, especially if you add the extra protein!
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Hop Salt Pretzel $11.00
It takes a lot to impress me when it comes to anything bread-heavy. I’d rather fill up on meat and veggies. Not only did I love this pretzel, but it surpasses every other pretzel on Disney property, including the pretzel at the Baseline Taphouse, which we also love.
The inside is tender and fluffy, and the outside is crispy, chewy, and salty. It’s served with a beer cheese fondue and an IPA mustard, both of which are incredibly flavorful. The beer cheese fondue was a pleasant surprise. Instead of being thick and gloppy, which I find many beer cheeses to be, this was a little runnier, but in the best way. Additionally, it’s enormous, which is a recurring theme at Polite Pig Disney Springs. Every dish in this post is shareable!
Pulled Pork Plate $18.00
Everything on this platter exceeded our expectations. The pork was perfectly smoked without being overpowering. It was tender, free of fat and gristle, and not at all dry. You shouldn’t have to smother your smoked meat and sauce to eat it. Do you feel me? It should be delicious on its own, and the sauce is an enhancement.
The sides we chose were coleslaw and potato salad, and they were both fantastic. Coleslaw with barbecue is a must for us. We love the bright and crunchy salad as an accompaniment to a heavy meal, and my husband always orders potato salad if it’s on the menu. The potato salad was the standout. As someone who typically doesn’t get excited about potato salad, I thoroughly enjoyed this and found it to be very flavorful.
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Polite Pig Allergy Menu
In addition to gluten-free options, Polite Pig Disney Springs caters to a range of dietary needs. They have two allergy menus. One is dedicated to gluten-free options, and the other is incredibly detailed, listing each menu item with common allergens. This is highly unique for a restaurant to do, making it much easier to make modifications. You can always speak with the manager and/or the chef if you need more help.
I hope you enjoyed our review of Polite Pig Disney Springs! I’d love to hear about your experience!
