John D.

Nice place to dine at after visiting the park. The wait time for walk up was not so bad. The food and drinks were excellent. The ambiance was lightly lit and was nice. The server was very tentative. Great experience overall.

Rachel M.

I had such a good time here. The ambiance is nice. It's so dark it's hard to see the menu though. But you can take the table light and hold it up to your menu. My server was the sweetest person and the other stuff were very kind. I love my mixed drinks. Very well done. The Raven's Wing, you would'nt know it's alcohol and could get you in trouble if you have a bunch. My pizza was a speciality one with broccolini and sliced parm ham. It was different so I went for it. And I tell you I would have this over and over again. The molten chocolate cake is okay, but I'm a chocolate snob so it was just okay for me. But someone else might love it. I would love to eat here again. It's quiet, out of the way and service is great!

Rory S.

We came to Disneyland to enjoy a day in both parks. But we arrived the night before and celebrated my birthday at the Disneyland Hotel's Broken Spell Lounge. My family's experiences in community theater include SLEEPING BEAUTY on our resumes. "Make it pink. Make it blue." Although this quote shows up on the drinks menu, we all chose the Raven's Wing cocktail. SMOKY! Staff member, David, performed his magic by covering the cocktails and lighting them to bring on the effect. Wow!! Sam, our waiter extraordinaire, brought our menu choices: Southwest Chicken Salad, Broken Spell Cheeseburger and Steak Frites. Then she surprised me with a birthday cheesecake. We couldn't stop smiling all night!

Jamie S.

I've been to Broken Spell Lounge twice now, and both times were fabulous! The first was on Super Bowl Sunday so it was a bit more loud and lively than I think it is normally -- they had a tv set up to watch the game, which was fun to do alongside our Sleeping Beauty-themed cocktails. The second time was on a normal night and the ambiance was quieter and more demure, more of a speakeasy feel. I loved both! As far as the drinks go, they are SUPER fun and imaginative! I've had the Make It Blue, Make It Pink (which changes color like Aurora's dress!), the Benevolent Faerie (a trio of red, blue, and green drinks inspired by the Sleeping Beauty fairies), and the Raven's Wing (a sweet meets smoky cocktail which is lit on fire at the table). All are absolutely delicious in different ways, but the Raven's Wing is my favorite. The fairy trio is definitely on the sweeter side, but the presentation is just ooooh, chef's kiss. (Or fairy's kiss, as the case may be.) It's beautiful inside -- not too big, not too small, but just right. (I know that's Goldilocks and not Sleeping Beauty, but it's true.) You feel like you're stepping inside a magical forest! Lots of deep greens, cutouts and paintings of trees, and touches of sparkle. The service is also impeccable! Everyone working here is so kind and helpful, and they really want to ensure that your experience is top notch. On my most recent visit, we were taken care of by Sam, Rich, and David, and they were all fantastic. They even brought out a surprise dessert to celebrate my mom's birthday! This is such a special gem at Disneyland. If you're looking for a fantastic cocktail bar, this one is not to be missed!

Cody P.

We recently visited the Broken Spell Lounge as the first stop on our Disney bar crawl. The atmosphere was classy and lowkey. The menu features drinks themed after Sleeping Beauty. There were not many people there even on a Friday night, so we were able to walk right in and grab a table. Our server, David D, took amazing care of us. We were in a bit of a time crunch because our table at Trader Sam's was ready a lot sooner than we had expected. David took our order, gave us our drinks, and rang us up very quickly. In total, we probably spent only around 15 minutes there, and David made the process seamless for us. Although we only had a few minutes to enjoy our drinks, each concoction was distinct enough to leave an impression after the quick round of sips we had before we had to chug our drinks. I will rapidly fire my thoughts as rapidly as we passed the glasses amongst each other. The Benevolent Faerie is a flight of three potions, crafted in the likeness of the fairies Flora, Fauna, and Merryweather. My favorite was the green drink. On the nose, it was minty and refreshing. On the palate, a sweet, creamy matcha. The red one was decent. Sweet and tangy. I thought the blue one tasted like cough syrup and did not finish it.  The Make It Blue, Make It Pink, is a nod to Princess Aurora's color changing dress, and you can probably guess exactly what this drink does and what ingredients are included. That's right - Empress Gin and lemon juice. A small note I'd like to make is that anyone who orders this drink is more than likely doing it for the show - so a little warning before you pour the lemon juice for us to get our cameras would be nice. As you can see in the video, the drink was already a bit pink because we asked the runner to stop the pour (this is not about you David, don't worry). The Black Thorn Bramble would probably be the most universally palatable drink out of everything we ordered. You can't really go wrong with a fruity drink with a vodka base. Sweet and refreshing. But my favorite drink is probably the most polarizing of the bunch - the Raven's Wing. You get a little smoke and fire show at the start, and the smokey flavor is infused into your drink. The smoke hits you first and is followed by the sweet and tangy flavors of pineapple and prickly pear. I thought it was interesting and delicious.  I would definitely come back to the Broken Spell Lounge and hopefully be able to actually lounge next time. I was a bit irritated because our table at Trader Sam's wasn't even ready for us when we showed up and then our Trader Sam's server didn't even greet us for a long time after we were seated. We could've taken our time to enjoy the Broken Spell Lounge during the time that Trader Sam's wasted.

Elle C.

Thanks to a high recommendation from one next to us at the bar top at Oga's Cantina in Disneyland, we discovered this lounge (otherwise, we never would've considered this hotel bar). We were fortunate to land 2 seats at the bar top. Service was friendly and comfortably attentive. My Cheeseburger ($25), served with Fries, was generous in size, flavorful, and the attractive bun was soft and buttery. Hubby thoroughly enjoyed his Wild Mushroom Risotto ($24), rich, creamy, and comfort-food worthy! We found the entrees to be rather reasonable for a hotel resort; the cocktail menu -- especially the whiskeys were (as to be expected) higher priced. Fun atmosphere, good energy, and fabulous find!

Keisha B.

Service was great and Cast Members were nice and engaging. Tried the Chili Chocolate Smoked Old Fashion and although it was good I felt Mezcal would have been a better pairing (group next to me mentioned the same thing). I added Mezcal and was really good pairing for the smoky flavors. Ordered Steak Frits and it was okay. I'll be honest I thought was going to similar quantity to Steakhouse 55 but fell a little short. Wishing fries were homemade. Steak was a little too saucy for me and if order again would get on the side. Overall experience is fun seeing all the different drinks people ordered, but my dish was just okay.

Lynn D.

Really cute Sleeping Beauty themed bar in Disneyland Hotel. Great cocktails and food looked very good although we just had drinks. Love the theme and supernatural decor. Very comfy seating arrangements. It's not a large bar so it fills up quickly.

Trina D.

My husband and I had a Disney date last weekend. We stopped at Broken Spell Lounge where the formerly Steakhouse 55 Lounge. I had been meaning to check it out, but it's one of those places where if you did not know about it, you might miss it. We stopped in and asked to be seated. There were a few open tables and we asked to sit where there were cushy chairs, but we were told that it might be a communal table so we opted for a 4-top. My husband did not want to be seated so close to the entrance but TBH, it did not matter too much. Our server dropped off the menus and asked if we wanted some waters. We did and we looked at the menu. The nice thing about Disney restaurants and lounges is that the entrees are generally shareable and the drinks while pricey are really solid. I opted for the Benevolent Faerie ($23) and my husband had the Riesling ($8). As for food, we mulled it over and ordered the Prime beef French dip with fries ($34) with the horseradish cream on the side. I'm not the biggest horseradish fan so I felt that having it on the side was a safe choice. Our drinks arrived first and I was really happy with the Benevolent Faerie, named for the fairies in Sleeping Beauty, which is actually a flight of vodka-based glittery cocktails in red (mango-passionfruit), blue (blueberry-banana-coconut), and green (matcha-coconut). I had a sip of the Riesling, which was light, crisp, and refreshing. The sandwich and fries arrived soon after the drinks and I kind of wish they had cut it in half for us but it was served whole. The horseradish cream and au jus was served on the side. I had a bite with just the au jus and it was fairly salty, but when I spread some of the horseradish cream on it, it was delicious! The flavor profile expanded a little bit and it was so good. We both agreed that the horseradish cream was a must for this sandwich. The fries were kind of steak fries but were starchy. The food was really good and we had a lovely dinner enjoying the dark ambiance. We opted to grab dessert elsewhere. They take the Magic Key discount as it is part of the Disneyland Hotel. Hotel parking is validated by the restaurant but if you have a Magic Key and a park reservation, then you can save some money on parking by parking at either Toy Story or Mickey & Friends.

Sheila N.

I've been to Broken Spell a few times, mostly for drinks, but I recently had dinner here and was impressed! Broken Spell is located where Lobby Lounge (and previously Steakhouse 55) was in the Disneyland Hotel. This is definitely a classic lounge vibe with cozy lighting, low tables, soft chairs, and some bar seating. The aesthetic and details make you feel transported to a fairytale forest lounge. They have live music daily, which is a nice touch as you enjoy their offerings. The service is attentive and friendly (no surprise given the excellent service that you would expect at a Disney Resort). This place is still a bit of a hidden gem; during most of my experiences I was able to walk up and be seated instantly. However I recently stopped by during the holidays and wait times were up to 30-40 minutes for two people, and it was busy all evening. A quick breakdown of the items I've tried: - Make it Blue, Make it Pink (Empress Butterfly Gin, Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur, Lemon Juice): Broken Spell's signature drink in my opinion. My first visit to Broken Spell was specifically to get this drink and I was not disappointed. I'm a big gin fan, and this is a tart and delicious cocktail--and the color changing effect really makes it a fun one. A must order! - Black Thorn Bramble (Tito's Handmade Vodka, Chambord Raspberry Liqueur, Cinnamon, Lemon Juice, garnished with Basil, Mint, Blackberries): The bramble is refreshing and fruity, and the mint helps give it a nice finish. I did have one that was very heavy on the blackberry, which tasted good but the texture of my beverage was more of a fruit salad than a tasty cocktail. - Five Golden Rings (Golden Eagle Vodka, St-Germain Elderflower Liqueur, Ginger, Rosemary-Cranberry flavors, Edible Shimmer Glitter): *Holiday Menu only* This was a great beverage to have before and during dinner here. Not overly sweet, and has a lovely presentation. It sounds like this was on their holiday menu previously, so hoping they bring it back again! - Prickly Pear French 75 (Condesa Prickly Pear Gin, Piper Sonoma Brut, St. George Spiced Pear Liqueur, Sage Honey, Lemon Juice): *Holiday Menu only* Another wonderful themed drink for the holidays! The pear flavor was perfect (not syrupy or fake) and the sage honey was a great complement. - Ahi Tuna Tataki (Aji Amarillo Ponzu, Persillade, Crispy Wontons): Wow this one surprised me! The tuna was fresh and high quality, and the ponzu sauce was so yummy I could have had a cupful. A great plate to share between two people, or have all to yourself! - Steak Frites (Grilled Prime Flat Iron Steak, French Fries, Demi-glace): Overall this was tasty, but two small misses for me here: 1) the steak was very small for the price; 2) we were originally told they didn't have the demi-glace sauce-- however after we got our food, we were able to get a side of it and it was pretty disappointing. It tasted like very bland gravy; honestly the melted butter on top was much preferred! Though I would be willing to ask for the sauce again in the hopes it was an off night, since the flavor and doneness of the steak was perfect. The steak comes with their house truffle parmesan fries, which was a lovely addition; they are extra delicious! Like most places sprinkled with pixie dust, the wait and price is worth it for the quality of food, beverages, and overall experience. Definitely stop by Broken Spell and you will not be sorry!

Jessica S.

While sitting at Vista in Downtown Disney, sipping on our espresso martinis, my friend excitedly told me she'd seen something online about a new, secret, cute spot that we just *had* to try. After a bit of searching, she pulled up a screen shot she'd snagged a month ago, where the original poster had proclaimed this spot to be magical, mystical, unknown. Guys, it's literally the old Steakhouse 55 lounge. Did the original poster oversell this spot? Yes, definitely. Was it still a cute place to stop in for a quick second? Sure...if you know what you're getting into. Also, I should mention that when we'd talked about finding this place, what drove us was the mention of mocktails. I had no desire to get another cocktail, but was looking forward to something holiday-inspired and alcohol-free. I was also not hungry, so didn't plan on getting any food. So, of course, we ended up getting a speciality cocktail each and two small plates to share. Of course. The Pepperminit Kiss cocktails were $18 each. They were served in small glasses, but packed a punch. I mean, even the whipped cream was sauced. I took it slow, taking teeny tiny baby sips, thinking that'd help manage the alcohol. But, no...even the tiny sips numbed my face and made my head spin. The plates we ordered - Parmesan Truffle Fries ($18) and the Ahi Tuna Tataki ($29) did very little to help soak up the booze in my system. Also - we actually ordered the Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail ($29), but were served the ahi tuna instead. We debated sending it back, but I could tell my friend was happy about the mistake. The fries were crispy and truffle-y, which I enjoyed. The serving was generous, as well. I didn't love that they came with regular ketchup, but I'm not sure what sauce would have worked for a dip in its place. The tuna was okay, but kind of bland...? There were tiny dots of a sauce on the plate, and it came with a small serving of greens, which had more flavor than the tuna itself. They did sprinkle some sea salt over the pieces, which added a nice crunch, but the crispy wontons - removed because of my friend's gluten allergy - were sorely missed. I don't think I'd go back - I do still miss Steakhouse 55 so very much - but it's a nice little spot if you need somewhere to kick back for a minute. I'm surprised that people refer to it as a "secret" when it's literally right next to Goofy's Kitchen, but I guess that's a spin.

Yan L.

Had the chance to visit this lounge inside the Disney Hotel this past Saturday after spending the day at Disneyland. There wasn't a wait even though it was a Saturday night. Our group took a while to order, but our waitress was really patient with us, which I appreciated. We ordered Parmesan & Truffle Shoe String Fries, a Specialty Pizza (mushroom and balsamic glaze), chicken wings and some drinks! The food was really good and the waitress recommended I try Raven's Wing for a balanced but sweet drink and it was perfect. I enjoyed how the smoke garnish played into my olfactory senses but didn't change the flavor of the drink itself. I would return! This is a great spot to hangout especially for a hotel bar/lounge.

Ruben B.

If I could give this a 3.5 I would. There's no issue with the service, food quality or drink taste. I do believe that you could have a better experience somewhere else on property purely based on the drink and food offerings. The cost and limited options did not sell it for me. As an alternative, I would prefer Trader Sams or Palm Breeze bar at the new Disneyland Hotel Villas. The drink and food options offered at those locations are superior. The atmosphere at both are unique and the food menus are distinctly theirs. At Broken Spell Lounge, ee tried the chicken wings and two cocktails. Everything was great but the wings are also offered at Palm Breeze. I think I would have preferred a simple drink over there. But everyone that has their own preference. As for atmosphere, it is very cozy. And they really make the bar feel like a faithful tribute to Sleeping Beauty with the depiction of the forest on the walls. Overall I was very excited to try this lounge and I am happy that I did. But I do not think I would go out of my way to go back. There simply wasn't anything that hooked me enough to come back.