All right, friends… we’re going in. Welcome to THE EDISON!
The Edison
The new, highly anticipated spot is currently open to walk-up guests in Disney Springs. (If you’re hoping to visit on or after January 15th, you can make reservations via OpenTable now.) And while the location is meant to provide some long-awaited adult nightlife to Disney’s shopping, dining, and entertainment district, it will be open throughout the day (starting at 11:30 am) and family-friendly until 10:00 pm.
Working Clock Tower
When the clock strikes 10…
Working Clock Tower at The Edison
… it turns into a 21-and-over space only (with a $10 cover charge on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights kicking in at that time) with specific entertainment just for grown ups (though this is a jazzy version of a Taylor Swift song, so, hey).
Evening Entertainment Before 10 PM
Floor Cleared for Dancing Just Before 10 PM
But no matter when you visit, here’s what you’ll find…
The Edison atmosphere
The Edison atmosphere
The Edison atmosphere
The Edison atmosphere
The Industrial Gothic theme (a/k/a Steampunk) is expressed in ever corner of the establishment. The setting is rich and lavish, with true antique pieces making up much of the decor (as opposed to the designers “aging” new items).
The Edison atmosphere
The Edison atmosphere
The Edison atmosphere
There is plenty of seating to go around, from cozy couches to open tables.
The Edison seating
The Edison seating
The Edison seating
And that’s a good thing, because the whole “highly anticipated” thing is already bringing in BIG crowds!
Waiting to Get Into The Edison
Did I mention there are bars? There are. Three, to be exact. For instance, there’s the Boiler Bar…
Boiler Bar
Boiler Bar
Boiler Bar
Seating Around the Boiler Bar
And the Breaker Bar!
Breaker Bar
Breaker Bar
Breaker Bar
Breaker Bar
I have to admit… it’s pretty gorgeous. AND that third bar is upstairs!
Heading Upstairs
Upstairs Views
Upstairs Bar
Wanna know what they’re serving?
The Edison Menu
DRINKS
Below you’ll see The Edison’s unique craft cocktails known as Edison Signatures. The steampunk theme is further played out in the names of drinks like Gears & Cogs, The Flying Apparatus, and the Boiler Mule.
Edison Signature Cocktails
The Mistress is made of Stoli Elit Vodka, Amaro Montenegro, and sparkling Domaine Chandon with pomegranate and lemon.
The Mistress
The Boiler Mule combines Reyka Islandic Vodka and Ancho Reyes for some spice with cider, ginger beer, and cinnamon.
Boiler Mule
Cheers, from The Edison!
Boiler Mule
Here is a look at the Classic Cocktails, still with themed names.
Classic Cocktails and Mocktails
Don’t forget to check out the Mocktails, too! We’ll be sure to take a look at the entire (extensive!) drinks menu in our full review coming soon. But for now, let’s see the food you can order to soak up some of those beverages.
You can click directly on the image below to enlarge it and fully check out the options, which include Deviled Eggs, the Dancin’ Corn Dog, and Hawkers’ Box of Balls (lamb meatballs) among the appetizers.
The Edison Menu
And let’s waste no time, because I know you noticed it on the menu: the DB “CLOTHESLINE CANDIED BACON.”
DB Clothesline Candied Bacon
PROS: It’s BACON.
CONS: It’s sort of creepy just hanging there (You can see a video on my instagram…). And there’s not a lot of it for $12.
DB Clothesline Candied Bacon
But served with sour pickles and mostarda (like a jam with candied fruit and a mustard base), it’s actually really delicious.
Sour Pickles and Mostarda
DB Clothesline Candied Bacon
Entrees offer more American eats with a twist including comfort foods like Old Fashioned Meatloaf and Gravy, Crispy Fried Chicken, and an Organic Tomato Soup & Gooey Grilled Cheese (to the tune of $20. Still, I’m intrigued.) Offerings also include The Edison Burger.
The Edison Burger
Fries served with The Edison Burger
The burger is made with The Edison’s signature beef blend of sirloin, shortrib and brisket. It comes topped with cabot cloth-bound cheddar, onion rings, smoked bacon, house-made pickles, lettuce, tomato, and a special sauce.
The Edison Burger
The Edison Burger
Oh, and remember how I said this place was family-friendly for lunch and dinner? Well, here’s a look at the menu just for the Kiddos… otherwise known as Junior Scientists!
Kids’ Menu
I hope you save room on your first visit to The Edison. Because LOOK at the Dessert Menu!
Dessert Menu
It includes a Lollipop Tree (with cheesecake pops) and the Black Cherry Cream, which is vanilla gelato that’s been super candy-fied with sour cherries, gummi poppers, a rainbow pop, whipped cream, and Nerds.
(I don’t see the rainbow pop…do you?)
Black Cherry Cream
But there IS a huge pixy stix (stick?).
Black Cherry Cream
Yeah, this thing kinda looks gross, but it tasted OK. I’d probably put it in the category of the “over the top desserts that are fun, but not worth the price” like all of those supernova shakes at Planet Hollywood.
Black Cherry Cream
We’ll be back VERY soon with our full review of The Edison — more eats, more info! For now, though, we’re signing off. But please do stay tuned! Because next we’ll also be taking our First Looks at The Edison’s next door neighbors: Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante and Enzo’s Hideaway Tunnel Bar and Restaurant!
The Edison Complex
So, sit tight, because we’ll be right back from The Landing at Disney Springs!
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Do you have a wine list to publish???
Is there a section and/or a time to dine when there is no band playing.
Thank you for a peek at the menu! ADR’s made for Jan. 15. Can’t wait!!
No craft beer? Wine?
Are those booths/couches reserved for bottle service after 10pm? Or open to everyone?
I think I’ll pass. It looks really dark and creepy at The Wdison!
Could you please check on any vegan and vegetarian items?
Frank: Great questions! We aren’t 100% sure but think the band may not be playing during the lunch block. We will find out and share what we can find out about this in our in-depth post next week!
Jaime – I had the Impossible burger there a few days ago (which is vegan). It was awesome!
Erica, thanks for the info! I’m always on the lookout for more tasty vegan/vegetarian options!
Can’t make a reservation for this place. Will we be able to at some point? Or is it just all booked up?
Jodilee, The Edison reservations have only been available on OpenTable so far.
Went to the Edison. Had the bacon clothes tree . It was good not special. Edison burger was just a burger. Tomato soup and grilled chess which was recommended by the server was bland and boring. Wait staff did appear occasionally but were stiff and appeared to be not comfortable in this serving setting. Perhaps it will be better as a late night drinking venue as opposed to a foodie place.
I cannot seem to make any reservations over a week period for a table of 5, but there are plenty of tables of 4. Are tables of 5 not an option??
Liz, that’s a good question. There are larger tables, so I don’t know what might be going on with that. You might try calling The Edison directly ((407) 560-9288) to see if they have any ideas.
My wife and I thought it would be fun to dress in 20’s retro and go out for a “dress up” night. Do many patrons do that kind of thing? We’re staying at Riverside, loved the idea of taking the boat and walking around dressed up? Would we look too silly in comparison? Planning on late night.
Matthew, that sounds super fun! The Edison encourages guests to get into the spirit of the 20s — and lots of people do!
That is a really interesting copy of the famous bar in Los Angeles. Having been to the original I fear I would be very disappointed in this.
Here for the Food & Wine, but came to Disney Springs especially for The Edison – A little disappointed. We couldn’t make reservations for 3 inside, but waited 45min to eat outside.(I get it- it’s Friday night). Sat on the patio listening to a speaker fight with the restaurant next door. Asked about their cocktail flight- on the menu. The waiter didn’t know what I was thinking talking about. He did go inquire only to say its no longer offered. We had the candied bacon $15 (Ehh- not crispy but ok). The Edison burger didn’t come with the sauce (had to ask for extra sauce) and looked nothing like the glorious picture. The Greek Salad was great, the mac and cheese was cold. The signature Edison drink was good, but for the price: $14- I’ll pass.
I had to come and experience it for my self, but I won’t be back. I got better service and food for the same price at Be My Guest in Magic Kingdom.