Disney4me Posted August 15 Report Posted August 15 If you’re visiting Disney World and considering staying off property, your best bet might just be the Walt Disney World Swan Reserve, especially if you’re a member of Marriott Bonvoy and want to earn and use rewards during your vacation. Tipsy Swan However, you might be wondering about some of the dining options available at the Swan Reserve. Well, not only do you have all of the restaurants at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin at your disposal, as well as EPCOT-area resort restaurants, but you have some options at the Swan Reserve, too, including Stir, the hotel’s lobby bar and lounge. Atmosphere As we previously mentioned, Stir is the bar and lounge in the lobby at the Swan Reserve. You’ll see it between some columns and some tropical-inspired decor. It’s tucked away in a nice, quiet spot. It’s the hotel lobby bar The setting is airy and tropical, and it’s so quiet and relaxed. The bar Although the design is rather modern, you’ll still find some throwback decor. Vintage There are tables available in the lounge area if you don’t want to sit at the bar. Lounge area Overall, the space is nice and open and includes a TV if you want to watch the latest game. However, it can get a little dark — the lighting is dim despite the large windows. There’s even a TV But enough about the restaurant — what’s on the menu here?! Menu Although this is a bar, you’ll find a menu of light bites, including bar snacks like nuts and olives, as well as appetizers like fried calamari, Mediterranean dips, and more. There is also a selection of flatbreads and entrees. For the record, AJ is a big fan of The Amare flatbread here, and has been for years. The menu Of course, this is a bar, so you’ll also find some specialty cocktails, bourbon flights, wine, and beer. Drinks To drink, we picked up the Tipsy Swan, made with Truman vodka, lime, lemon, orangecello, orange juice, simple syrup, and Combier, with a Stir Swan for $21. So we’ll admit that we just weren’t a big fan of this drink. It really didn’t have a lot of flavor, and it was very bitter. You would think with all those ingredients, it would be packed with citrus flavor, but all we really tasted was a hint of orange juice. Maybe it’s a case of TOO many ingredients canceling each other out. There it is! So let’s talk about the food! Eats First up, we grabbed the Chicken Wings for $21. These are chicken wings with Calabrian citrus barbecue sauce, toasted sesame, and green onion. These are very crispy with a nice sweet BBQ sauce on top, so if you like a sweet barbecue sauce, you’ll love this flavor. You also get quite a few, so you could easily share this as an appetizer with someone else. The chicken is well-cooked and tender. Chicken Wings We also ordered the Grilled Souvlaki. You can choose this with chicken for $39 or with filet mignon for $50. We went with chicken. You get two grilled chicken thighs, pesto, tabbouleh, tzatziki, pita bread, and harissa hummus. The chicken was cooked so well and probably the most tender chicken we’ve ever had in Disney World. The seasoning was delicious and paired really well with the tzatziki sauce on the side. Grilled Souvlaki The naan bread was nothing special, but we liked dipping it in the hummus and making little sandwiches with the chicken. This is one of those things we’d order again. Nosh or Not This Disney World bar is a must-visit if… You are staying at or near the Swan Reserve. If you’re staying at or near the hotel and looking for a drink or appetizer (or even a small meal), you’ll find plenty of options here. You want to try some unique drinks. The specialty cocktails are made by people who work at the bar, and you’ll even see their name under their drink on the menu. That gives each drink a lot of personality. You’re looking for a spot that’s open late. Stir is often open until midnight, so if you need late-night drinks or food, you’ll find it here. Skip this bar if… You’re really into Disney theming. This is basically a bar and lobby lounge, so it doesn’t really have that Disney theming you may be looking for. You want a more standard drink. If you’re looking for more classic and standard drinks, you won’t really find them here. You might just want to head to the hotel pool bar instead. You aren’t staying or visiting nearby. You probably don’t want to make a long trip across Disney World just to visit this hotel bar and lounge, so unless you’re nearby, you may not want to make the trip. Overall We were really surprised by the quality of the food here. The bartenders are also very attentive and personable, and the lounge itself is quiet and relaxed, which is nice when you’re trying to escape the noise of the theme parks. Seating is pretty tight at the bar, but there is plenty of space in the lounge area if you need to stretch out a bit. We wouldn’t go out of our way to visit Stir, but if we find ourselves in the area, we’ll definitely drop by again. The full spread In the meantime, we’ll be on the lookout for more restaurant updates from Disney World and beyond. Make sure you stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for the latest Disney news and more! Every Disney World Change I’m Not Prepared For in 2026 Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. 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