There are a BUNCH of new updates at Disney’s Boardwalk!
Disney’s BoardWalk Inn
There are changes happening constantly around Disney World. Some are large, like a newly re-themed ride that’s opening later this week. However others can be small — things around the resort’s parks and hotels that some visitors might not even notice, and even the most seasoned Disney experts may only clock them after a few moments. Recently, we noticed several updates while strolling Disney’s BoardWalk Resort.
The BoardWalk Inn & Villas, which originally opened in 1996, has long been one of Disney’s most intricately themed, and “explorable” resorts, given the fact that it has a fully-functioning boardwalk area complete with shops and restaurants that are open to the general public in addition to the resort’s guests.
When we arrived recently, we were greeted by new Mickey and Minnie topiaries!
Mickey and Minnie Topiaries
One of the largest updates we noticed — and possibly our favorite — was that this decorative “Crest O’ The Wave” facade work was completed. The gorgeous design captures the seaside charm of northeastern shore architecture of the early 20th century, which fits right into Boardwalk’s overall theme and motif.
Isn’t it gorgeous?
Work seems to be continuing at a fevered pace on the construction of the Cake Bake Shop Restaurant and Bakery. The new restaurant promises to be a location where you’ll be able to “find counters lined with handmade cakes that are one-of-a-kind in beauty and taste, attractively displayed on French porcelain platters topped with glass domes.” This restaurant still doesn’t have an official opening date beyond “Coming Soon”, but it seems like work is chugging along at a quick pace.
Read our review of a different Cake Bake Shop restaurant location here!
Cake Bake Shop Construction
Down the boardwalk, we have Blue Ribbon Corn Dogs. The construction walls that were previously around this spot came down a while ago, but it hasn’t opened and there doesn’t seem to be anything outwardly hinting that it will open anytime soon. When we asked a Cast Member when it would be opening, they cheekily responded “last October.”
Blue Ribbon Corn Dogs
Finally, we made some dining notes that may be of use to you on your next trip:
- BoardWalk Joe’s Marvelous Margarita’s does accept Disney Dining Plan (DDP) snack credits for pretzels, nachos, DOLE Whip, and non-alcoholic smoothies.
- Nearly every item in the Screen Door General Store’s treat case is eligible for snack credits, except candied apples that are heavily decorated or covered in chocolate.
- Packed Main Street Popcorn snacks are also newly eligible for snack credits.
- Martha’s Vineyard accepts neither quick service nor table service DDP credits.
The Screen Door treat case.
While none of these small changes are headline grabbers in and of themselves, each of them affects the overall guest experience at the BoardWalk, even if you don’t notice at first. Stay tuned to DFB for further updates from across the Walt Disney World Resort.
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Just read this article and have to wonder when it was actually written. We just stayed at BC June 1-15 and walked the Boardwalk daily. Not once did we see ANY work being done on either the Cake Bake Shop nor Blue Ribbon Corn Dog stand. Furthermore the construction walls were up around the corn dog stand. Hopefully they miraculously started work on these locations in the past week?
Hi Shari! Yes, we were there earlier this week and snagged these photos.
The Boardwalk is our favorite resort and regularly our 1st choice when trying to book a room. I will be glad when these construction projects are finished.
Any idea when the room refurbishment will be finished on the Villa side of the resort? Any idea what will be done with the former restaurant space, next to the Screendoor General store? I wasn’t a big fan of that restaurant, but would rather have a restaurant in there than have it remain empty.
We just stayed at the Disney Dolphin and the Boardwalk was a complete bust. They need to put more seating with cover around the boardwalk and have more restaurants and things to do. It needs more shops and restaurants. None of the restaurants were open early enough and most only opened for dinner. The pizza was overpriced and didn’t taste very good and the deli is a bust as well. Sadly that who area is boring even at night. The dance club was empty and they really don’t promote it. At this point they should let kids 15 and older in as well.
Love the Boardwalk Resort!!! Walking distance to my favorite parks. The last time I was there in 2019 the Blue Berry Muffins at Boardwalk Bakery were to die for!!! Can’t wait to go back in 2025!!!
Boardwalk resort USED to be Great! Location is great but recent changes very disappointing. ESPN club was a fixture. Big River Grill a go to spot! Cake place a non starter for me, doubt I will ever visit.
I stayed at the boardwalk several times. Have an upcoming trip there in 3 weeks. Staying in the one bedroom villa with garden/pool view. Do you know if they completed the one bedroom refurbishment with the addition of Murphy bed??or do I need to request it??hopefully corn dog stand is open but will still enjoy joes margaritas.