Disney4me Posted December 21, 2024 Report Share Posted December 21, 2024 We spend a lot of time talking about Disney World restaurants…but what about the snack stands?! Spaceship Earth at EPCOT There are seemingly hundreds of little snack stands throughout the parks, each with a different menu and theme. Some of them harbor secretly delicious treats, while others are home to just the basics. And recently, I visited one of Disney World’s most classic snack spots to do a full review! Atmosphere For this review, I’m taking you with me to Fife & Drum Tavern in EPCOT! This little snack spot is located at the front of the American Adventure Pavilion, serving some classic American snacks and one unique treat. Fife & Drum Tavern The little brick building is made up of two windows and an outdoor kiosk. The ordering process may change depending on the day that you visit, but when I stopped by, it was pretty busy. They had me place my order at the kiosk and then pick up my food at the windows. The Tavern! The menu here is pretty small, so their condiment station is as well. Next to the building, you’ll find utensils, napkins, ketchup, and mustard. It’s a simple spread! Condiments As for seating, there are some tables nearby around the American Adventure fountain, as well as some that are shared with Regal Eagle Smokehouse. They’re all picnic-style tables, and many of them have umbrellas for a little bit of shade. Seating If it’s raining, you can always try taking your food inside to Regal Eagle, or heading to the picnic tables across the pavilion near the restrooms — those are under an awning. But I’ll be the first to admit…seating is not this snack stand’s strong suit! More seating Now let’s take a look at that menu! Menu The menu here is pretty short, and most of the options are basic snacks, like popcorn, hot dogs, slushies, soft serve ice cream, and Mickey pretzels. You can also order bottled beverages here, as well as a few different alcoholic options. Menu However, the two standout items here are the turkey leg and the American Dream. There are only a select number of spots in Disney World where you can get a turkey leg, and this is one of them! As for the American Dream, it’s a unique slushy and ice cream mix that’s ONLY available at Fife & Drum. Eats For my meal, I ordered three different items, starting with that American Dream! I’ve never personally tried this treat until now, but it’s a favorite for a few people on our team. It’s made with Frozen Fanta Wild Cherry, vanilla soft serve, and Frozen Fanta Blue Raspberry slushy. Layered like an American flag! (*chants* USA! USA!) American Dream This will cost you $7, so it’s a bit more expensive than a regular slushy (which is $6.25), but I personally thought the upgrade was worth it! The slushy parts melt faster than the ice cream, so you kind of end up drinking it in the order of blue raspberry, cherry, then vanilla ice cream. The ice cream can be hard to suck through the straw until it starts to melt, but once it does, you get a float-like consistency with a bit of that carbonated Fanta goodness. It’s such a simple treat, but it’s a lot of fun in execution, and I think it would be SPECTACULAR on a hot day. Your kids will probably love this! I think I’ll be adding it into my personal rotation from now on. It holds together surprisingly well! And if we’re going for classic American fare, you know I had to try the basic Hot Dog and Chips meal. It’s just a simple beef hot dog with a bag of classic Lay’s chips for $11. This really just made me feel like I was eating dinner at a ball park, and after I tasted the hot dog, I went to the condiment station and loaded it up with ketchup and mustard for the traditional experience. Hot Dog Meal If you’re planning to order a hot dog in Disney World, you should know that there are typically two different kinds. One is the type you’ll find at quick service restaurants like Casey’s Corner or Friar’s Nook — it’s an all-beef hot dog that’s about an inch in diameter and served on a large bun (clearly made to be loaded down with toppings). On the other hand, some snack stands and hot dog carts will instead sell THIS type of hot dog, which is much more similar to what you’d buy at the store and make yourself. A manageable size. And of the two options, I like this hot dog a lot more. The beef flavor isn’t quite as overwhelming, and because of its more proportionate size, it’s easy to eat just topped with simple ketchup and mustard. It was cooked all the way through, had a little bit of chew, and a very nice, soft bun. Good ratio of dog to bun overall. However, for $11, I do think you could probably find a slightly more interesting meal in EPCOT. Nothin’ more American than a hot dog And rounding out my meal, I snagged a Soft Serve Waffle Cone for dessert! (“Wait, Lydia, didn’t the American Dream count as dessert?” you may ask. And I answer — no, that was a beverage. Completely different. I don’t make the rules.) This cone is available for $6.50, and you can get it in vanilla, chocolate, or swirl. Rounding out the meal with some ice cream! Of course, I got swirl, because Hannah Montana gives the best advice (best of both worlds, people). And you know what? I was shockingly impressed with this ice cream. I’m a bit of a soft serve snob, and much of the soft serve that you get in Disney World can be lackluster — lumpy and airy instead of creamy and smooth. So far, my favorite spot to get soft serve in the parks has been the truck in Anandapur in Animal Kingdom, and this cone comes very close to being as good as that one! The soft serve was creamy, smooth, and rich. The chocolate and vanilla flavors both had some depth, but weren’t too sugary or overwhelming. Quite delicious, if you ask me. It was shockingly good soft serve, y’all. So how does Fife & Drum stack up? Overall In the end, I was fairly impressed with my visit to this snack spot. Their unique item was fun and original without being too complicated, and their basic snacks were better than they’ve been in other places around Disney World. The spread Now, this probably isn’t the spot that I’m recommending for lunch or dinner, simply because of the limited menu and the fact that there are much more interesting foods in EPCOT. But it’s a great place to grab a midday snack! Nosh or Not? Don your colonial garb and dine at the Fife & Drum if… You want to try the American Dream. As I mentioned above, this snack stand is the only place where you can order that particular treat, and it was honestly pretty fun and delicious! You want some basic Disney snacks. Just craving a Mickey pretzel or want to try the infamous turkey leg? This is a good spot to stop, considering most of the other World Showcase pavilions don’t sell those basic snacks. You need to eat something FAST. If you’re in a rush and you need to pick up snacks on the go or just grab a hot dog/turkey leg to munch on at a picnic table, this is your place! I was able to get through my meal here incredibly quickly — probably a good bit faster than indoor quick service spots. Experience other culinary adventures and dine elsewhere in the World Showcase if… You want to try something unique or interesting. If you’re an American, the menu here is probably going to feel pretty basic to you. For more unique and interesting eats, see one of the other countries — they all have their own snack stands! You want a dining experience. This spot doesn’t really have a special theme, an interesting menu, or a fun atmosphere, so if you’re hoping for any of those things, I suggest booking a table service meal in EPCOT instead. You have picky eaters (who don’t like hot dogs and turkey). While the menu options here may appeal to some picky eaters, others will be completely turned off. There’s not a lot of variety overall. Fife & Drum That’s a wrap on my visit to Fife & Drum — thanks for coming along! We’ll make sure to keep you in the loop with any more food reviews from Disney World. Click Here for Our List of BEST EPCOT Restaurants! 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. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Have you ever been to Fife & Drum? 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