The Most Affordable Disney World Restaurant You Overlooked Is Now Offering Andouille Nachos

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It’s time to stop sleeping on one of the most underrated (and budget-friendly) food spots in Disney World.

River Roost

If you’ve ever wandered around Port Orleans Riverside, you may have walked right past River Roost without realizing it’s home to some seriously solid eats. This cozy lounge usually flies under the radar thanks to its chill vibe and old-school interior — but now it’s bringing some heat (literally) with a new menu addition that’s too good not to talk about.

So here’s the deal: River Roost Lounge — yes, the same place where you can catch Yeeha Bob’s piano show—just added Andouille Nachos to its menu. And for $13, you’re getting a mountain of food that’s loaded with flavor and very generous on toppings.

River Roost Appetizer Menu

These nachos come stacked with andouille and red bean chili, cheese sauce, trinity pico, and sour cream, all layered over corn tortilla chips. But that’s not even the whole story — ours also came topped with pickled jalapeños and cilantro, which weren’t mentioned on the menu but totally brought the whole thing together.

Andouille Nachos

We’re not going to sugarcoat it: these things are spicy. Like, drink-an-entire-glass-of-water-after-four-chips kind of spicy. The chili has that classic Cajun heat that builds with every bite, and it really brings the fire. If you’re sensitive to spice, you might want to tread lightly here. But if you’re a fan of bold flavor and a little burn, this might just be your new favorite Disney World snack.

They’re loaded down with toppings!

Let’s talk texture. The chips were crunchy and held up well under the weight of all the toppings — at least at first. Like with most nachos, the top layer was where the party was, while the bottom layer was a little more “chip and cheese soup.” If you’re sharing, just make sure everyone grabs a top-layer chip early on. Or, you know, don’t share. We wouldn’t blame you.

Andouille Nachos

As far as portion size goes, this is definitely enough to share between two people — or keep all to yourself and call it dinner. At $13, it’s a solid deal compared to what you’ll pay for similar snacks elsewhere on property. And considering the lounge setting, you can sit back, relax, maybe catch some live music, and enjoy a meal without the typical quick-service chaos.

River Roost

If you’re already staying at Port Orleans Riverside (or even French Quarter—it’s a short walk), you’ve got no excuse not to swing by and give these a shot. And if you’re not staying there? We don’t know that these are worth the trip but if you’re already heading over for some beignets then it is totally worth stopping by. With so many Disney dining spots getting more expensive and more competitive, it’s refreshing to find something this good that doesn’t break the bank — or require a reservation.

We’ll be on the lookout for any restaurant updates from Disney World and beyond. Make sure you stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for the latest Disney news and more!

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