Service was spectacular and the restaurant was casual for families but also felt fancier(like the yacht club name!) we were celebrating a intimate wedding with our two friends who just got married! our server Laura was wonderful and so attentive to our party and our 4 yr old(she was always bringing him more chocolate milk and even switched out the pasta when he freaked because it had cheese on it)! thank you Laura for being so kind and wonderful!! The members in my party loved the Steak and I loved the Pasta dish! The house rolls were good(the tasted just a tad bit stale?) but the seasonings on top were really tasty and it was the spreads that made it overall delicious! Make sure to mix the pimento cheese one with the bacon jam! read more

Bartender Daniel was amazing! So professional and made our drinks to perfection! Even recommended a drink my friend would like and he nailed it. And the food was delicious! They have a small appetizer bar menu but wow...so good! I had the Bacon and Vermont Cheddar Burger and fries and my friend had the Chipotle bbq chicken flatbread. Five stars on both! Recommend this place highly. Quiet bar with a cozy ambiance in the Yacht club resort. read more

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In Florida for a few days. We are staying in the Yacht Club on Disney properties. Ale and Compass offers a delightful dining experience with its charming atmosphere and diverse menu. The warm and inviting ambiance sets the stage for a memorable meal. From their carefully crafted cocktails to the flavorful dishes, each element showcases a commitment to quality. The staff is attentive, enhancing the overall dining experience. Ale and Compass is a destination that caters to a variety of tastes. read more

We went here for breakfast. You pick out one entrée, and then they have a continental type buffet included for you at a minimal upcharge (which is worth it just for the cinnamon rolls). I had the crab cakes Benedict and they were amazingly good. My wife and daughter both had the American breakfast and both said they'd like to return. I also have to say that the seating host and our server were some of the best we encountered on property. read more

Another Disney restaurant checked off my bucket list! My children took me to a pre- Mothers Day brunch. We had reservations,so when we arrived we took a picture of the scan code and waited for our name to be called in the restaurant lobby. We only waited 10 minutes to be seated and given menus. I LOVE the Mickey Waffles, so I ordered them for my entree and it came with either bacon(3-4 strips)or sausages (2 links) for $14.00. I added the all you can eat buffet for $9.00 more,total of $23.00. The entrees also come with unlimited coffee, orange juice,tea or soda. The buffet had Vanilla Yogurt, Strawberry Yogurt, Fresh fruits, Granola, Cinnamon Rolls, Cheddar Biscuits and white gravy, Slices of Orange Loaf bread, Overnight Oats, Mini Chocolate Chip Muffins, Croissants, jams,jellies and butter pats. Everything was freshly made. I had coffee and a Spicy Bloody Mary and it was delicious. As always the staff was exceptional and always refilled our water, coffee and juices. I would recommend the Ale and Compass. read more

Ale & Compass Restaurant - American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

I wish I could rate the Lounge area separate from the restaurant . The lounge area is very nice, nicely decorated, makes you feel like you are on a ship. Service was great at the lounge, they have a few beers on tap and even a small food menu. The bartender asked if we had dinner reservations and she went and checked in for us, then the host came to get us from the lounge. The service at the restaurant itself was below average, the server seemed rushed and once she started talking to us, she was still shuffling cash and then said she had to go give someone change. Food was about average but overpriced. Food was served, still had empty drink glasses. I forgot to take pictures of my steak but was very thin and over cooked. The Parker House Rolls that is an appetizer though were great, they come with three spreads including a bacon jam. Next time we will just order food in the lounge area. read more

Ale & Compass Restaurant - Parker House Rolls - American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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I would highly recommend the breakfast. We had the breakfast flatbread and the chocolate waffles which were absolutely delicious. I don't feel that the breakfast buffet is worth the add on personally. The coffee situation is odd. I tried to order an espresso, the server said she didn't recommend it and suggested the drip coffee (which I don't particularly care for). I ended up not ordering coffee at all and got Starbucks in Epcot. We returned for dinner and were indifferent about both dishes, the burger and the "brick" chicken. The Parker House rolls were the standout of the meal. All in all, I feel that Ale & Compass lacks an "identity," but it's OK for a last minute reservation after a long day at Disney. read more

Fantastic! The food was delicious. We had the roll appetizer. The waitress was incredibly attentive, friendly, and helpful - and recommended we apply both the bacon and cheese spreads to the rolls...and she was right because it was delicious. For dinner, I had the "Brick" Lemon-Herb Half Chicken and it was a generous portion and incredibly delicious. read more

I do not understand how there are only 12 reviews on this place. WOWZERS! This is definitely going to be a restaurant we frequent every time we come to Disney. We came here one night with no expectations. As I mentioned above there are only 12 reviews, so I was a little weary of the place. I think we had missed reservations for another place or just didn't have any for this night and were desperate for a place to eat. When we walked in I'll admit I felt a bit underdressed in my sweatshirt and fanny pack. I felt bad, but soon I saw some guests all decked out in mickey gear with their ears on and had the whole "tourist" vibe going, so I was happy we weren't the only ones who looked out of place. ha. Our server Suzie greeted us with such a warm smile. Not even skipping a beat about how underdressed we were. And we got some drinks started. I got the Maple Old Fashion which was TO DIE FOR! I could have honestly just sat and had those all night. My sister got the Spicy Pomegranate Margarita. She said it was great. Ill have to take her word for it because mixed drinks like that make me sick. Anyway, we moved onto an app. We decided on the "Hearth Oven Pies" and got the Caramelized Leek and Chorizo one. Suzie warned us it came with an egg on top. "What!?" I said, getting more excited. She wanted to warn us because it does not say that on the menu (and in fairness it really needs to be stated because that can really change a decision. Then again Im sure you could ask for it to not be on there. Anyway, I immediately said YES because I thought that was such an odd thing to do, add an egg to a flatbread/pizza. My sister was creeped out, but she got through it. haha. Anyway. It was DELICIOUS!!! 10 stars on that. And I loved the weirdness of the egg. In fact, my father, who does not like weird things at all, ate it right up with me! I was so surprised, and a little proud. ha. For dinner we got the 16oz T-bone and split it (my sister and I). It was easily the best T-bone I've ever had! Melted in our mouths! There's not much else to say except I would order that over and over again. So good. My dad got the Pork Chop. He let us have a bite. My sister nor I were impressed. I think it was a little on the dry side? Anyway, he loved it and cleaned his plate. So we were all happy campers. Suzie was so great! Quick, friendly, we had good conversation with her, and she always kept our waters filled. Wonderful wonderful waitress. Our favorite from the whole trip! We hope she will be there next time we come because we will specifically ask for her! read more

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We went for breakfast. The food was okay, nothing great. The potatoes needed seasoning. I asked for salt & pepper, expecting the little packets most restaurants give you during these COVID times. Instead, the server brought out a little tray with two little glass bowls - one of salt and one of pepper. I found that odd. It's hard to gauge how much salt you're putting on your food when you're pinching it out of a bowl and can't really see it. The toast was odd, too. The bring you two slices of plain toast. They don't butter it beforehand or bring you any butter or jam to put on it. I don't even know if they have jam (but I sure would have liked some!). I was too busy asking for salt & pepper & butter to bother the server about jam. This is a better choice than Trattoria al Forno on the Boardwalk if you're staying at the Boardwalk, Beach Club, or Yacht Club resort. I wouldn't go out of you way for here, though read more

Ale & Compass Restaurant - The two eggs your way breakfast platter, minus the meat. A little bland. Needs seasoning (& butter on the toast!) - American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Sadly I would not recommend this place anymore. Last two times either food was served cold or completely not what I ordered. For such an upscale restaurant the service was terrible. Servers didn't know who ordered what and when I explained that my Benedict was not made properly the server got an attitude. For some Insite I ordered the crab cake Benedict and instead of the English muffin I asked it to be served on a tomato slice, and the eggs cooked medium. I got the tomato but the eggs were fried and then just cut into two pieces and placed on top. I asked why they weren't poached and he got almost mad at me. They did make it right but they didn't warm the crab cake up so it was stone cold time I got it back w the poached eggs.... No one apologized and for 30$ for Benedict I was Extremely disappointed... Other time we all got cold and almost old looking home fries.... They serve breakfast til 11 and our reservation was at 1015. So I guess they were the end of service potatoes but I would never had served that to anyone. They was 4 people at our table so they could have made new ones. my friend did enjoy her chocolate waffles but it's not worth going back. Again, this is supposed to be disneys upscale breakfast place, would definitely rather go to Sanaa instead. read more

What makes breakfast even better?! When it's all you can eat!! Found in Disney's Yacht Club, Ale & Compass brings the feeling of a nice dining room on a ship, paired with DELICIOUS FOODS! Breakfast is the way to go, and this particular restaurant offered a pairing of any entree plus buffet and drink for only $21! Our recommendation; The Breakfast Flatbread with as many cinnamon rolls as you can eat! Oh, and don't forget the biscuits and gravy for those from the south!!! Ale & Compass Breakfast Flatbread $14.00 / $21.00 with buffet read more

Ale & Compass Restaurant - Breakfast Flatbread - American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Much improved place after trying them twice since my initially visit a few years ago. The restaurant has been upgraded in many ways and now I can recommend it in good faith. Had a wonderful Thanksgiving meal here, highly suggest it if you're looking for quality Holiday meal while at Disney. read more

This place is fair value for your money! We chose Ale and Compass as one of our many "HoneyCation" dinners and were very pleased with our choice. Like many suggest, we started off with the Parker House Rolls & Spread Appetizer. The rolls were hot and fluffy and glistened with freshly brushed butter. At our server (Ian's) suggestion, we tried the Pub Cheese and Bacon Jam together and it was so good! For our entrees I ordered the Seafood Pot Pie and my husband went with the Short Ribs (Special of the Day). Despite some reviews that thought the pot pie lacked sufficient protein, I thought that it was quite plentiful. Mine came with 2 huge bay scallops, 4-5 Shrimp and some white and flaky fish (or crab? It was a few days ago). I ended up having to leave some of the filling (vegetables only) behind because the appetizer was so filling. We were so fully that we passed on the dessert, but Ian surprised us with a Chocolate Mousse Mickey. It was rich and decadent. read more

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Went here 3 times past couple of months and each time was worse. Very average food and certainly not worth the price. You will not get anything special here nothing to come back for only Convenience here. Like the hotel rooms at the Yacht Club very pricy and not worth the money. The service was good the atmosphere is dark and cozy but it ends there. I would not come here for the food. It's the same as their Cape May food NOT really good and average food to give you a reference. Disney really Needs to step up their game when they charge 1000 a night for a hotel room then gives you food at such a low caliber even below diner food. I would take a 12 diner deluxe burger so much better then anything I ate here. read more

We resort hopped in hopes to explore a little and planned to stop here. The 4 of us each had our own cocktail and all were very good. We also split the shrimp scampi and Parker house rolls again which were very yummy! This is a great light snack/ appetizer option and they do have full dining as well. read more

Ale & Compass Restaurant - Lavender violet drink, old fashioned, spicy blackberry marg, and southern mule. - American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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Great re-do! Looks so clean and upscale. The new black lounge type couches in the main dining room were a little awkward but once we got our food we forgot all about them. The food. Amazing. I had lobster bisque and it was phenomenal! The fish and chips were just average. The burger was huge! Service was great, all of the staff were circulating frequently and our drinks were never empty. The iced coffee was impressive. Presentation was neat, flavor was good. Dessert was amazing! We checked out other tables around and they looked even more so amazing! Bathrooms are in the resort lobby on the other side of the restaurant. Parking, just do valet it's much easier. Or you can walk 8 miles to the lot. Nice stroll around the boardwalk after dinner with entertainers and such going on. Just a really nice evening out. read more

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Great breakfast before we left on last morning. Great food and coffe. Even coffee to go. Great lake and boardwalk view. Must recommend read more

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This breakfast really exceeded my expectations! My wife and I visited Walt Disney World for the holidays (early December actually) and were looking to book a dining package for the Epcot Candlelight Processional (which provides a guaranteed seat so you don't have to get in the standby line hours in advance). One of the main reasons we selected Ale & Compass for breakfast was because it was the cheapest dining package, and despite the mixed reviews, I was willing to give it a shot. It turns out, we were actually starving and showed up for our reservation 45 minutes early. No problem at all - they seated us right away! Soon after we were seated, our server came by to explain the menu and take our drink orders (coffee, coffee, coffee... oh and some water). Our server also explained that any entree included the buffet in our dining package ($23pp), which was so great to hear because I thought I had to choose! I ended up ordering the American breakfast while my wife ordered the shrimp & grits. As soon as we ordered, we headed up to the buffet, which included an assortment of fruits, yogurt, oatmeal, pastries, bagels, granola, cheese, charcuterie, and more. I grabbed my first plate of pastries and fruits and returned to find coffee on the table. Before I could head up for seconds, the entree arrived. While the standard "American breakfast" can sometimes be hit or miss, it was definitely a hit at Ale & Compass and even included a bit of a traditional English breakfast influence by means of a roasted tomato (yum). The eggs and potatoes were cooked perfectly, as was the sausage. All delicious. Service slowed a bit after we got our entrees, but the Cast Members were as wonderful as always. I'll definitely be back for more! read more

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Great service. Located in one the hotels in the Disney resort. Tip they specialize more in seafood type dishes so I mistakenly ordered a steak that tasted like something from Applebee's not soo good. Liked the stores dessert for my kids who were little animals there. Very nice ambience. read more

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Pretty good option for the area. I would not specifically make a trip to come here but if you are in the Boardwalk area, it's worth a visit. I stopped in for lunch, no reservation. I was told it would be a few minutes so I ate at bar instead. The bartender was pretty good but didn't give me a napkin, and forgot again when I asked for one. Not a deal breaker. She otherwise was nice and quick. I was in and out in under 45 minutes and took my time. I had a burger with fries and iced tea. It was pretty good! Probably not $18 good OUTSIDE OF WDW, but within the confines, not sure you could do better. It was cooked to order and the toppings and bread were of good quality. It was a legitimately good burger, much better than you will get at a quick service for not much more. The fries were also high quality steak fries with the appropriate extremely high amount of salt read more

Christina was not the best server she was kind of mean. The food otherwise was pretty good, but the sausage had a weird texture and tasted vegan . The biscuits and gravy from the buffet are really good. the inside of the restaurant was pretty nice. read more

This is the newly renovated casual restaurant at Disney's Yacht Club. The ambience and decor are very nice, though I can't really recall what the old decor looked like. The lounge area is very inviting. I got a couple flatbreads to nibble, then take the leftovers to my husband and daughter who were out by the pool. The bacon and gruyere flatbread was good, though the BBQ chicken one, though tasty, the actual chicken on it had that gamy flavor that I don't care for, but it didn't seem to bother my husband, who wolfed it down. The hostess was friendly, and while my server was friendly too, he disappeared for a loooong time when I wanted to pay the bill. So I was stuck there, with the food getting cold, until he showed up. And it seemed very expensive for a couple of flatbreads and a coke. It was fine in a pinch, but with all the great restaurants at Disney, it's not a must-try. read more

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This place is solid for breakfast. I suggest doing buffet add-on for a few bucks more because it includes lots of fresh fruit, overnight oats, yogurt, bakery items and drinks. The regular menu doesn't have many healthy options so you need to pay up for the good stuff. Plus it's good for the picky kids. read more

First time diners at Ale & Compass Restaurant at the Yacht Club. My husband and I booked breakfast as part of a dining package to receive reserved seating for the Candlelight Processional at Epcot. Although we generally like most of the Table Service food at WDW, there are only a few that we've tried that standout in quality. To our surprise, the breakfast at Ale & Compass is part of that list. The restaurant itself was clean and spacious. With the expectation of exceptional Disney service, we were warmly greeted by any and all Cast Members we encountered. The breakfast consisted of a choice of a nonalcoholic beverage, a main entree, and all-you-care-to-eat buffet. This buffet included various continental breakfast items, fresh cheeses, smoked salmon, and home style biscuits & gravy. There were many tempting items to select from on the entree menu, but my husband and I decided to try the Shrimp and Grits and Breakfast Flatbread, respectively. (However, if you're a basic "bacon-and-eggs" kind of person, they also have that listed as an entree.) WE WERE NOT DISAPPOINTED! Portions were huge and both entrees were cooked to perfection. The Shrimp and Grits had a plethora of JUMBO shrimp scattered about the dish (more than the photo portrays) and the Flatbread was not overcooked and had the perfect ooze to the egg when cracked. I'm drooling thinking about it. Service was top notch. My husband was obsessed with the smoked salmon from the buffet. The manager, Brett, went above and beyond to bring him his own personal tray at our table (#BlueNameTag). Our new favorite breakfast place on property. Looking forward to trying lunch and dinner at their establishment. read more

Ale & Compass Restaurant - Shrimp and grits - American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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I've eaten here twice now. Not a very large menu. Service can be a little slow. I've tried four dishes between my wife and I and none of them were spectacular, but they were still good. Overall it's still a nice change of pace from the parks. read more

After reading many different reviews highlighting their breakfast service we knew we had to try it while in town. We made a reservation the night before and were seated almost immediately upon arrival. The menu has a lot of good options. You can order the buffet and an entree for a very reasonable price. We were not hungry enough for both so we just opted for coffee and entrees. We had the crab cake eggs Benedict and the breakfast flatbread. Both were delicious and large portion sizes. I would visit again the next time we are in town. read more

Had the brunch buffet here. You can get as much from the buffet as you want but you also order an entree and it's included in the price. You can also order as many entrees as you'd like although you would only need one. Definitely worth it! Had the eggs benedict which were great. Buffet also had a lot to choose from although definitely not anything entree like. Friendly service and easy to be there with reservations. read more

Ale & Compass Restaurant - Eggs Benedict - American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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My family had made reservations to eat dinner here but we ended up getting delayed while waiting in line for the Avatar ride. We talked to guest relations about it at animal kingdom who told us nothing else was open and they were able to cancel the reservations for us to avoid the cancellation fee. However we decided to go there and try to get a table as a walk in when the ride was over. The host was awesome and saw that we had a cancelled reservation and still sat us immediately. We were hangry and so pleasantly surprised. The server was not friendly and did take time (15 minutes) to get things (water, drinks) brought to the table. We started off with salads which were huge and delicious. I ordered a Manhattan and my dad ordered an old fashioned which were delicious/ very well made. The entrees we ordered were the seafood pot pie (similar to seafood chowder with a layer of flaky croissant dough on top) which had mixed temperatures on the inside but was filling. The pork chop was not prepared to the correct temperature at all as it was cold and dry. We asked the server what pork chop should be cooked to and she didn't know until she responded "medium"... she later brought out a new pork chop to the table that was cooked way better. I'm not sure what happened here, maybe she was having a bad day or maybe she was really clueless to food preparation and presentation but it definitely made the ambiance of the restaurant worse than we expected read more

We ate here for lunch one day and it was a pleasant surprise! We had their bacon burger, mahi mahi fish tacos, and a chopped salad. Everything was delicious and the portions were generous. It wasn't that busy but I always make reservations with Disney. The service was also great. I would come back here! read more

Beautiful bar in hotel with great drinks and friendly staff!! Food in restaurant very good Had mahi-mahi and seafood stew! Both excellent!! Friendly staff. Great wine selections read more

We went to WDW for our honeymoon and stayed at the Beach Club Resort. Ale & Compass was the resort go to restaurant and each night it looked busy. I decided to make a reservation and give it a try. The food was good, but it wasn't mind blowing. It was solid hearty food and the atmosphere of the restaurant was nice. They didn't have a big selection to choose from, but I am not sure if that was Covid related. They did have good cocktails in the bar area. read more

Don't bother. Food was mediocre at best. Kids cheeseburger was a joke. We had to send theNY Stip steak back twice because the kitchen staff doesn't know how to cook it. The service sucked as well. Obviously understaffed but they're still packing the tables. This was not the level of service you expect from a Disney restaurant Such a shame because it used to be a very good spot. You're better off making a reservation at Yachtsman. Much better food and service. read more

We ate breakfast on the fly. Service was great and everyone was friendly and welcoming. The dark chocolate waffles we shared, and they were the perfect size for a pre-park day meal. The seemed to have remodeled since we last ate there and it was nice, so great experience quick and easy and tasty Update: Went back and tried the bacon blueberry pancakes. Not normally a sweet and savory type but they were really good; the crunch from the bacon was a nice addition. read more

Ale and Compass was a very unique dining experience. Their menu is filled with great sounding options, but the more I looked at it the more I was intrigued by their seafood pot pie. I love sea food, and I love pot pies, so I threw caution to the wind and decided to give it a try..... Let me just say, what I got was not, in my opinion, a pot pie. What I got was a bowl of seafood chowder with a big fluffy croissant like pastry sitting on top of it. Not quite what I expected, but honestly it was ok. The chowder was a little bland for my taste, and there was more potato than sea food, but it was still ok. My coworkers thoroughly enjoyed their meals, so I'm giving this a higher review. My word of advice, order something other than the pot pie. The truffle fries were tasty, and the crab cakes were a big hit. The other reason this place gets a higher star review from me is the service. Our waitress, Amy from Long Island was absolutely wonderful!!!! Talk about top notch service! Thank you Amy for taking such great care of us. read more

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Service was great & food was delicious. I was very pleased with the plant-based protein bowl. Wish there were more vegetarian/vegan options! read more

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Not a bad spot, but I think I have to hold it to a higher standard, as it's part of the Disney Parks. For being a place so near the parks and in one of the resorts, it was just kinda... meh. Not special, you know? First off, Ale & Compass sounds like a pretty neat, trendy spot with a great selection of craft beer, right? It didn't seem too trendy and hip, nor did I get the "craft beer" vibe. I came for breakfast, so I'll give them a benefit of a doubt there. Not exactly the hippest not the most beer appropriate time or visit. But, I can't see that being the case, either way. Breakfast buffet was lacking in comparison to the others I'd been to. The one saving grace was that you could order an entree to go along with the buffet, and I did enjoy my protein bowl fine enough. Service was good. Our waitress was friendly. It just seemed... lacking? I wouldn't have thought this was a particularly memorable experience outside of the parks, in general. While at Disney World, it just seemed like an escape from the parks without any forethought into visiting a spot with great food or a killer ambience. My two cents: skip it, unless you're at a nearby resort. There's better food available just a walk away at Epcot. read more

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I wish I looked at reviews before going because they are spot on! Greeted by a nice hostess and sat promptly but then the challenges came. Waited 20 minutes to be acknowledged. Took a drink order and waited again... appetizers came out before drinks.... Drinks were wrong so they had to be remade. Food was good but by this time we were already done so we ate and left because we had already been there a long time ! read more

Service was top notch. Zach was our waiter and spot on and attentive. While the menu isn't extensive it had some excellent choices and the food came out piping out. I mean right out of the oven, plated and right to our table. First time at a restaurant AND dinner was delicious! read more

Food was delicious. Restaurant is lacking in atmosphere, especially for Disney. If I were on a limited time schedule, I would eat somewhere else. read more

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