Looking for standout food at Disney Springs? The Edison Disney Springs delivers with crab dip, zero-proof cocktails, and electric vibes.
If you’ve listened to the Main Street Magic Podcast or followed us on social media, you know we love trying new things at Disney Springs. That desire increases significantly when factoring in the opportunity to discover new, high-quality zero-proof options and bold flavors. Recently, we found ourselves at The Edison for lunch, a spot some of our group somehow overlooked too many times in the past. But after this lunch? That’s not happening again.
Located in the heart of Disney Springs at Walt Disney World Resort, The Edison is more than just a restaurant. It serves as a dazzling fusion of industrial design, gourmet dining, and roaring nightlife. Whether you’re visiting with the family or dressing up for a swanky evening of cocktails and live entertainment, The Edison delivers a multifaceted experience unlike any other in the district. A celebration of 1920s opulence meets steampunk flair, The Edison is where timeless style and modern indulgence collide.
The Edison Disney Springs: A Backstory That Sparks the Imagination
From the moment you walk through the towering, rusted iron doors of The Edison Disney Springs, it’s clear this isn’t your average dining spot. Set in a lovingly imagined, old-world power plant, the story goes that the venue was once a bustling generator station that powered the surrounding area. The power plant eventually shut down, only to be revitalized and repurposed into a lavish dining and entertainment hotspot. The nods to its fictitious industrial past are woven throughout the decor—massive gears, exposed pipes, vintage switches, and copper light fixtures fill every corner, immersing guests in a rich, atmospheric setting that feels straight out of a 1920s science fiction novel.
The Space: Where Steampunk Meets Art Deco
The Edison’s design is a showpiece in itself. This sprawling, multi-level venue features various rooms and nooks, each with its own unique thematic twist. Downstairs, the main dining hall evokes a Gatsby-style ballroom outfitted with a stage for live music and performances. Rich wood finishes, iron beams, and dim lighting exude a sense of speakeasy sophistication.
Upstairs, you’ll find quieter spaces perfect for conversation or cocktails, including the Tesla Lounge, The Ember Parlour, and The Patent Office, each offering views of the action below. Meanwhile, outdoor patios provide breezy views of Lake Buena Vista and Disney Springs’ vibrant promenade.
The Edison Disney Springs Menu: Elevated American Fare With a Twist
Let’s talk about the food, which, like the venue itself, doesn’t shy away from bold personality. The Edison Disney Springs offers an eclectic menu that leans into upscale American comfort food. Signature items include the DB ‘Clothesline Candied Bacon’, a dramatic starter featuring thick-cut bacon hung on mini clothespins and torched tableside. It’s smoky, sweet, and a bit showy—just like the restaurant itself.
For mains, the Edison Burger is a classic favorite—juicy, thick, and stacked with cheddar, smoked bacon, crispy onions, and house-made special sauce. Seafood enthusiasts will delight in dishes like Pan-Seared Salmon with seasonal vegetables. At the same time, meat lovers can choose from the indulgent New York Strip, Short Ribs, or St. Louis Ribs. Vegetarians aren’t left out either, thanks to options like the Impossible Burger and fresh seasonal salads.
Cocktails & Libations: The Art of the Pour
The Edison’s bar program is just as electric as the decor. The cocktail list is inspired by the Prohibition era, featuring handcrafted concoctions that strike a balance between retro and refined.
For example, guests at The Edison Disney Springs can try the Time Turner, a bourbon-based cocktail with honey, ginger, and a dash of citrus. Another popular option, the Tesla Mule, adds a spicy twist to the Moscow Mule, made with jalapeño-infused vodka. Additionally, the Antique Punch Bowl, served in shareable portions, is a fun group option that gets a theatrical tableside presentation. The bar also offers a well-curated selection of wine, craft beer, and zero-proof cocktails for those who prefer a non-alcoholic yet flavorful alternative.
Our Lunch Experience at The Edison Disney Springs
We decided to start our dining adventure with some zero-proof cocktails. The Edison zero-proof cocktail menu presents guests with creative, elevated drinks that don’t feel like an afterthought. One member of our group went with a familiar favorite, the Heart & Sol. This consists of Seedlip Grove 42, Seedlip Spice 94, housemade cinnamon cordial, pineapple, orgeat, and Fever-Tree ginger beer. It costs $12. This one never misses. It’s bold, tart, complex, and hits that little spot in your jaw that says, “Yeah, this is the good stuff.”
Another person in our group tried something new: the LZP. This also cost $12. It features Seedlip Garden 108, cold-pressed watermelon juice, house-made cinnamon cordial, lemon juice, and strawberry. This tasted light, fresh, and a little unexpected in the best way. Our group thought this tasted like summer in a glass.
A Crab Dip That Made Us Feel Like We Were in Maryland
Based on a recent menu update at The Edison Disney Springs, we sent our Maryland crab expert to try the Maryland-style Blue Crab Dip. This costs $19. In addition, this crab dip is served with Old Bay-seasoned naan. While we had our doubts about this appetizer, it excelled under pressure. It came hot in a skillet with soft naan. This tasted like authentic crab dip that actually uses crab and doesn’t drown it in fillers. We felt this crab dip delivered on the promise of Maryland-style crab.
Creamy, cheesy, packed with flavor, and yes—it actually tasted like crab. That familiar Old Bay-style seasoning was spot-on. Even the naan was perfectly soft, with just a hint of crispness. At one point, we asked for a side of tortilla chips just to keep dipping. We also started dreaming about this stuff slathered over a pretzel like they do in some places in Maryland. If The Edison Disney Springs ever adds crab fries or a crab dip burger to the menu, we’re first in line.
Then Came the Heat: Hot Honey High Voltage Chicken Sandwich
Additionally, we couldn’t resist trying something from the Flavors of Florida seasonal menu. Thus, we ordered the Hot Honey High Voltage Chicken Sandwich. Our theme park dining expert noted that this functioned as a slight modification of the everyday menu chicken sandwiches at The Edison. Still, that failed to stop us. The Hot Honey High Voltage Chicken Sandwich costs $25 and also comes with a side of Burbank fries.
This monster features two buttermilk-fried chicken cutlets drizzled with St. Augustine-native datil pepper-infused petal honey, served on a brioche bun with hatch pepper gouda, arugula, and tomato. The brioche bun was soft, and the overall presentation of the sandwich worked nicely.
This Flavors of Florida sandwich, available through August 10, lived up to the name. Additionally, the St. Augustine datil pepper did not fail us, unlike another Flavors of Florida option. This sandwich is not messing around. The spice also hit quickly and lingered. Delicious? Yes. But intense. In fact, the spicy heat level reminded one of us of the spice level of the Jamaican Jerk Chicken during the Epcot Flower & Garden Festival.
The kind of heat that makes your face flush, your scalp sweat, and your voice crack just a little when you try to say, “No, it’s not that hot.” We liked it. Still, we all agreed the heat was the main event. It didn’t overpower the other flavors completely, but it certainly took the lead. For us, that made it a “try once and maybe not order again” kind of dish, but spicy food fans? Then, go for it.
Vibes, Laughs, and Why We’ll Be Back
One of the best parts of the experience was just sitting and soaking up the atmosphere. The Edison is dripping in 1920s speakeasy style, with live jazzified versions of modern songs playing in the background. It’s got this incredible, moody energy that makes it feel like you’re in a different era, while still being totally Disney. The party atmosphere intensifies in the evenings, with live music playing periodically.
We also cracked each other up imagining what it’d be like to order one of their $150 punch bowls meant for 10 people… as just a party of two. (Don’t worry—sobriety still intact. So, we passed on that one.)
We wondered why we hadn’t spent more time here. Every dish we’ve had at The Edison Disney Springs has been great. The service is solid, the drinks are thoughtful, and the menu’s got plenty of options whether you’re going full flavor or zero-proof. We’ll definitely be back—probably with friends, probably for more crab dip, and definitely with plans to dip fries into it again. Because yeah, that was genius.
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