Blue Bayou Restaurant

About Blue Bayou Restaurant

There is no dining experience quite like Blue Bayou Restaurant. Nestled inside the Pirates of the Caribbean attraction building at Disneyland Park, Blue Bayou has enchanted guests since 1967 — the same year the legendary ride opened. You dine under a canopy of twinkling stars in a perpetual twilight, surrounded by the gentle sounds of crickets, softly glowing fireflies, and the lapping of bayou water as ride boats drift past your table.

The atmosphere alone makes Blue Bayou one of the most beloved restaurants in all of Disney. The air carries a hint of warm Southern charm, and the dim lighting creates an intimate, romantic setting that feels worlds away from the bustling park outside. It is the kind of place where the meal becomes secondary to the experience — though the food certainly holds its own.

Originally conceived by Walt Disney himself as part of his vision for New Orleans Square, Blue Bayou has remained a must-do for Disneyland visitors for nearly six decades. Securing a table here is a badge of honor among Disney fans.

Menu Highlights

Blue Bayou serves Cajun and Creole-inspired cuisine with a refined twist, leaning into the Louisiana bayou theming.

Lunch & Dinner

Appetizers

• New Orleans Gumbo
• Crab Cakes with remoulade sauce
• Blue Bayou Wedge Salad

Entrees

• Jambalaya — a house specialty with andouille sausage, chicken, and shrimp
• Blackened Salmon with dirty rice
• Surf and Turf — filet mignon with lobster tail
• Bone-in Pork Chop with sweet potato mash
• Monte Cristo Sandwich — a Disneyland signature, available at lunch (the legendary deep-fried, powdered sugar-dusted sandwich)

Desserts

• Chocolate Cake
• Crème Brûlée
• Bananas Foster

The Monte Cristo at lunch is a Disneyland institution — many guests book Blue Bayou specifically for this dish.

How to Get a Reservation

Blue Bayou is one of the most popular restaurants at Disneyland Resort, with over 5,500 reservation alerts on MagicTable. Reservations open 60 days in advance and the best times fill quickly.

Hardest months (demand level 5):

• November and December are peak difficulty, driven by holiday crowds and special events

Easiest months (demand level 1):

• June and July offer the best chance at availability

Tips for booking:

• Book exactly at the 60-day window for the best selection
• Lunch is slightly easier to book than dinner
• Request a waterside table when you check in — those seats overlooking the Pirates of the Caribbean boats are the most coveted in the restaurant
• Waterside tables cannot be guaranteed, but asking politely goes a long way
• Check for cancellations regularly as your date approaches

Dining Plan Information

Disneyland Resort does not currently offer a traditional dining plan like Walt Disney World. Blue Bayou is a pay-out-of-pocket experience, with entree prices typically ranging from $35 to $65 per adult.