I love this place. The new decor (as of 7 years ago) is beautiful and fresh. The food is always solid. I especially love the Buffalo cauliflower and burger. The short rib was also very good. The service is also really good, and what you would expect from a high end Disney hotel. Be sure to grab a drink next door in their small sort of speak easy bar. They have great drinks if you're waiting for your table. read more

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. read more

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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. read more

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! read more

Ale & Compass Restaurant - Buffet Foods at Ale & Compass - American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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. read more

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

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. read more

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The place was packed, good thing I made a reservation! The seafood pot pie was amazing and worth every penny. I definitely would recommend this place because there were many options and all the food items I ordered never failed to impress me. I am very much going back next time I stay in the resorts. read more

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. read more

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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! read more

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!! read more

Ale & Compass Restaurant - Dark Chocolate Waffles - American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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Ale & Compass is a decent choice for food and they have a good range of options for all types of eaters. Hubby and I walked in on a Friday night and had to wait about 20 minutes without a reservation. Our service was phenomenal!! We ordered the following: Spicy Pom Margarita: their signature cocktail that I couldn't drink because it was too strong. Buffalo Cauliflower: soggy and don't recommend. Crab Bisque: hubby liked it and said it was good. Pappardelle Pasta: this was so good- I loved it! Bacon and Vermont Burger: hubby said it was excellent and the patty was prepared exactly how he liked. Our service was wonderful; the highlight of our evening. read more

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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. read more

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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. read more

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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 read more

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. read more

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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! read more

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I'm a little shocked to see this at less than 4-stars, the food here was delicious. First off, this is a nice location and has such a comfortable setting. The prices are a little high but are justified by the food that we ate. We started with the bread Service that came with pub cheese, onion jam and citrus butter. Mix the pub cheese and onion jam together and wow. I got the Cabernet-braised Short Ribs and it was perfect and easily torn apart. My wife got the pasta and shrimp which was an easily pleasing dish and the customer made some kids means for the little ones. My daughter likes pizza light cheese so they made her a perfect flatbread. They also threw together a cheese melt for my son. On of the highlights of the dinner was a waiter, Zach. This man new every aspect of the menu down to its finest ingredient. Clearly takes pride in his work and the food he's serving. All and all, great experience and highly recommended. read more

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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. read more

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Food was decent and took much longer than expected. Reservation was pointless as we were seated 20+ minutes late. For the ridiculous price you pay Disney is starting to lose more and more customer service. Very limited menu as well. I would recommend going elsewhere. read more

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. read more

Ale & Compass Restaurant - Watery iced coffee - American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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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 read more

The breakfast at Ale & Compass was pretty amazing. We did the buffet and for the price (considering it's Disney) it's really not bad. Adding the buffet just makes sense if you're getting a coffee...plus that way you get access to fruits, deviled eggs, pastries, oatmeal, etc The shrimp and grits were EXCELLENT! It's on the yacht club side- and it's gorgeous. I wouldn't take rowdy kids here as it's absolutely got more of an upscale, moody, vibe. read more

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. read more

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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! read more

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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. read more

Ale & Compass Restaurant - Dark Chocolate Waffle - American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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- read more

Our company dinner was amazing! The service was attentive and we even got an impromptu birthday song and dance for some of our party! The appetizers were great, I especially enjoyed the various dips with the bread. For my meal, I had the braised short rib based on the server's recommendation and I'm so glad I did. It was fork tender, soooo juicy, and flavorful. I ended with a lemon meringue dessert. I wouldn't call it a pie, but the texture and taste were so good they can call it whatever they want. It was served with a cherry reduction that compliments the lemon perfectly. Everyone was highly complementary of their meals as well so I definitely plan to return again soon! read more

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This is one of the least expensive breakfast brunch restaurants in Disney. You can get a main entree and have unlimited (decent selection) buffet items to go along with it for $20 som total. Pre- Covid the buffet was so much better in selections. But still great for a brunch. The service is Disney quality. The large room is very nice although the private room is actually the noisiest though. Get there at least an hour before brunch ends because they start taking things away half hour before brunch time ends. Another great offering is that they have great selection for vegans, vegetarians and health conscious travelers. So great choice for picky eaters between entrees and buffet. Make reservations early it fills up fast. read more

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. read more

Ale & Compass Restaurant - Seafood Pot pie. - American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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. read more

Ale & Compass Restaurant - Roasted 'Buffalo-style' Cauliflower - American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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! read more

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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. read more

Rough service, interesting place...definitely worth a visit though if you are ever at the hotel

This restaurant has a small lounge nearby. It is located inside the Yacht & Beach Club Resorts. It's closer to the middle of both of them indoors. The table was the strangest thing - it was so large, our group felt so far away from each other. It was difficult to keep in conversation from across the table - why are they so large??? The restaurant is a strange one, the theming seems cool, but it's nonexistent on the outer part of the restaurant. In fact, there is so much wasted space, I feel this entire place should be gutted and redone to make it a more warm, comfortable place. We were entirely uncomfortable during our dining experience. We started with drinks - I had the maple old-fashioned...it should have just been a regular old-fashioned because there was nothing "maple" about it. It was also watered down a bit because of the multiple ice cubes inside. Most places use ONE LARGE CUBE - but not here. Weird. Someone at our table ordered the bread service (it's NOT included) and it comes with a few spreads (no photo, sorry) but it was all right...I wouldn't order the bread service...strange it doesn't come with the meal. It sounds like most people come here for the Seafood Pot Pie - which looked HUGE...but I chose the Pappardelle Pasta and added chicken. It was similar to an alfredo sauce and something I would get from Applebee's or Olive Garden. Definitely NOT worth the money I paid. But the chicken was plentiful and worth the add-on in my opinion. If I went back - I would order pasta AND the Seafood Pot Pie and share with someone - you would get the best of both worlds that way. All in all, I wouldn't return to this place unless I was staying at the Resort and had limited choices. read more

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The fish tacos were fine, Mahi Mahi on this visit. The burger was "well" but it was ordered as "medium". The bacon was undercooked. It was however too thick to be hand held. We got what had to be the worst seating there, up against a column. We showed up 30 minutes early, but had to wait those 30 minutes for a table even though the place had many tables available. The best part was the server, Lee. He's a long time Disney veteran from many other Disney restaurants. A good server can add a star to a restaurant, and he did. Ambiance was totally boring. There was no Disney magic in this gray on gray on gray theme. We don't need to go back. read more

Ale & Compass Restaurant - Fish Tacos. Mahi Mahi tonight. Other times they may use other fish. - American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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We stopped during a stay at the Yacht Club and really enjoyed our experience. The staff was friendly, and there was a nice variety. I would go back. read more

Ale & Compass Restaurant - Manhattan and Just Peachy - American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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. read more

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Visited here for the first time for breakfast! The Yacht Club resort is beautiful in the morning and the perfect place to start a day on Disney property. Breakfast here is a great deal - if you order the breakfast buffet, you gain access to the tasty pastries and yogurt and fruit at the buffet as well as your choice of an entree. For a few more dollars, I absolutely want biscuits and fruit! The cinnamon rolls, cheddar biscuits, and croissants were highlights. Our entree choices were the American breakfast and the crab cake benedict. Both were big hits! I don't think I needed extra toast with the American breakfast, but you can't hate extra bread. The potatoes had a great flavor and everything was fresh and a solid serving size! Overall, this was a very reasonably valued Disney breakfast. Would recommend! read more

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We Had 6:40PM Reservations And Were Sat About 5 Minutes After... We Got To Our Table And Ordered Our Refreshments As Soon As Our Server Got To Us! 2 Maple Old Fashions And A Gin Drink! The Old Fashions Are Not What You Think. It Looked Like A Mai Tai More Than It Did An Old Fashion. Looked like the drink was shaken and ice cubes were used instead of a traditional block of ice. For appetizers, we ordered the Roasted Garlic Shrimp and the Buffalo-Style Cauliflower. The Shrimp Dish was really good. And The Cauliflower Was Drenched in buffalo sauce. Yummy & Tangy! Entrées ordered included the Cabernet-Braised Short Ribs, Lemon-Herb Half Chicken & the Plant-Based Protein Bowl. The Short Ribs were good. They just needed more mashed potatoes on the plate. The Plant Based Protein Bowl.... Well, my friend said he liked it. He's Vegan. I ordered The "Brick" Lemon-Herb Half Chicken. Let me just say I thought they used a quail. It was kind of small. Felt like my "Half" chicken was just the thigh & leg smashed with a "Brick." All-In-All, I would come back to this place! Service was good, food was tasty and the price met my expectations. read more

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We had dinner here during our Disney trip. Very pleasantly surprised... Although everything was good, from appetizers to desserts, I personally like the Flatbread the most... read more

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