Disney World’s refurbishment schedule doesn’t always make a lot of sense, but at least you get a little bit of a heads up when restaurants, pools, and amenities will temporarily close.
Disney’s Port Orleans — Riverside Resort
We’ve seen rides close for refurbishments. Pools often close in the quieter months for necessary upkeep (although sometimes they close in the busier summer months, too). Even Disney World restaurants close to get refreshed from time to time. Well, we’ve got some news on one particular restaurant, a cafe, that will be closing SOON for refurbishment.
One of our favorite places to get Mickey Beignets, Scat Cat’s Club — Cafe at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort — French Quarter, will be closing soon for refurbishment. We noticed a message detailing as much on the Disney World website. Scat Cat’s Club will close from September 23rd through mid-October, 2024.
©Disney
However, don’t worry! While the cafe is closed, you’ll be able to get beignets at Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort — French Quarter. Whew. We hope that includes the Mickey Beignet Sundae, as well as the boozy beignets!
Beignet Sundae
So if you’re staying at Port Orleans Resort or you’ll be heading over there for beignets, make a note that you’ll need to head to Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory to grab those! In the meantime, you might also want to book a reservation at Boatwright’s Dining Hall if you’re in the mood for some more New Orleans-inspired food (we’re big fans of this underrated restaurant).
Boatwright’s Dining Hall
We’ll keep an eye out for any other closures that could affect your next Disney World trip, so stay tuned to DFB for more.
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Phew, I got scared there for a minute. My son and I are heading to WDW in 2 weeks for the Not So Scary Halloween Party and we’re planning on popping over to Port Orleans for those delicious Beignets. Glad I saw this and know where to find them with the closure. Thanks!
Do you know if the lounge/bar will still be open?