If you’re looking for Louisiana-inspired food at Walt Disney World, you’re going to want to head to Boatwright’s Dining Hall at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside.

Boatwright’s isn’t talked about a lot. I think many don’t even know Riverside has a Table Service restaurant.

Well, now you do and here’s everything you need to know. Keep reading for my Boatwright’s Dining Hall review from when I ate dinner here on June 16, 2026.

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What is Boatwright’s Dining Hall?

Boatwright’s Dining Hall is a Table Service restaurant at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside only open for dinner and inspired by Southern Louisiana fare.

You’ll see different nods to ships and boats, including the skeletal hull of a lugger fishing boat suspended inside the dining hall.

You can make dining reservations here, which I recommend booking, like with any Table Service restaurant.

How much does Boatwright’s Dining Hall cost?

The cost to eat dinner at Boatwright’s Dining Hall depends on what you order. Appetizers range from $10.00 to $16.00, while entrees vary between $25.00 and $44.00. Entrees for kids run from $10.50 to $13.50. There are also enhancements, desserts, and beverages you’ll have to factor into the cost.

If you’re on the Disney Dining Plan, it is accepted here (1 Table Service credits per person). Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members also receive 10% off the regular price of food and non-alcoholic beverages (excluding tax and gratuity).

Below is a look at Boatwright’s menu. There are also allergy-friendly options available.

Food Menu

Drink Menu

Dessert Menu

Boatwright’s Dining Hall Review

Allow me to start this review by saying I did not walk away from Boatwright’s hungry. My meal started with complimentary ciabatta bread and chimichurri butter.

During my visit, the cornbread wasn’t being served, which was disappointing. I have seen and heard that the cornbread is now back.

Don’t get me wrong, the ciabatta and chimichurri butter are delicious, but the cornbread goes much better with the theme of Boatwright’s.

Next, I ordered the Pimento Cheese Fritters for $16.00. These are served with house-made pepper jelly and cajun sour cream.

I can’t recommend these fried pieces of cheese enough. Plus, the house-made pepper jelly is chef’s kiss. Be sure to also scoop up the cajun sour cream! It’s not spicy, but very flavorful.

I’ve had the Pimento Cheese Fritters from Scat Cat’s Club – Lounge at Disney’s Port Orleans – French Quarter before and they taste just as amazing at Boatwright’s.

Keep in mind you can order them from the lounge starting at 5 p.m. The fritters are also offered at Riverside’s River Roost (next door to Boatwright’s) beginning at 5 p.m.

You do get a smaller portion of the Pimento Cheese Fritters for a lesser price at both lounges compared to the appetizer at Boatwright’s, but they are still very much worth it.

For my main entree, I tried the plant-based Creole Lentils and “Chorizo” for $25.00. It comes with lentils, okra, peppers, and onions slow cooked with “chorizo” sausage and whipped ricotta “cheese” served with rice.

This is fantastic and has just a little bit of heat. While it looks like it’d be on the heavier side, it’s not.

This reminded me of the former plant-based entree, the Red Beans and Rice, which came with red beans simmered with plant-based “sausage”, peppers, onions, and celery served over rice with vegan cornbread.

Finally, for dessert, I had the Bourbon Chocolate Cake for $12.00. This slice of heaven features four layers of milk chocolate mousse and dark chocolate ganache.

While I loved the former plant-based Pecan Pie Tart dessert at Boatwright’s, the chocolate cake is stellar.

This is definitely shareable. I shared it with my sister and parents. After everything else I ate, there’s no way I could’ve enjoyed this by myself.

If you’re a chocolate cake fan, you need this in your life. As you can see, we didn’t like it one bit.

Is Boatwright’s Dining Hall worth it?

Yes, Boatwright’s Dining Hall is worth a visit, especially if you want a more unique meal with specific cuisine. If you’re a fan of Louisiana-inspired food, then this is definitely the place for you.

There are even offerings for vegetarians and vegans that are absolutely delicious. I would (and will) come back to Boatwright’s. That’s how much I enjoyed it. Plus, the service is friendly and moves at a good pace.

Granted, not everyone will love it here. There is a more limited menu due to the Louisiana fare and seasonings that accompany each savory dish.

If you’re a pickier eater or are traveling with less adventurous diners, you may want to go elsewhere. Don’t worry about little ones, because they’ll have no issue finding something they enjoy on the kids’ menu.

However, if you like to explore different dining and cuisines, book a reservation at Boatwright’s! This is a great restaurant for those staying at the hotel, as well. I’m always pleased when a moderate resort at Disney World has at least one Table Service spot, in addition to the food court.

Boatwright’s is not as accessible as some Table Service restaurants, like those on the monorail or Disney Skyliner, but you can easily hop on a bus from a park, take a boat from Disney Springs, drive yourself, or use rideshare.

Better yet, if you’re staying at Riverside’s sister resort, French Quarter, you can take the walking path. It’s about a 10-minute walk.

Keep in mind that you don’t have to be staying at the hotel to eat at Boatwright’s, but sometimes Disney World hotels are strict about letting in non-resort guests if they don’t have dining reservations.

As of June 28, 2026, Disney Springs has also implemented transportation restrictions for non-resort guests. Here’s what you need to know:

• Bus service from Disney Springs to Disney Resort hotels is available for guests staying at a Disney Resort hotel or visiting one with a valid dining or experience reservation.
• Bus service from theme parks to Disney Springs is not available.
• Those looking to take the Sassagoula Boats between Disney Springs and Saratoga Springs, Old Key West, Riverside, and French Quarter, may be asked to show a valid room key, dining reservation, or experience reservation.

IMPORTANT: If you’re at a theme park, you can still use Disney transportation to visit Disney Resort hotels, like Riverside, as normal.

If you drive yourself or use rideshare and don’t have a dining reservation, there is a chance the security guard at the entrance won’t let you get dropped off or park.

I truly think this is an underrated Disney World restaurant that not many people praise enough. Be sure to keep it mind for your next trip, especially if you’re staying at Riverside.

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Have you eaten at Boatwright’s Dining Hall? What did you think?