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An upcoming closure of a popular Disney World theme park restaurant was removed from the resort’s refurbishment calendar. We have details on what changed since our previous report. Mickey Visit brings you the latest Disney news and planning resources, including an update on Disney fixing the yeti on Expedition Everest and changes and firsts announced for Disney’s next cruise ship.
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EPCOT Restaurant Closure Changed, Then Removed
The United Kingdom Pavilion in EPCOT at Walt Disney World is home to 3 dining locations:
- Rose & Crown Dining Room, a table service restaurant
- Rose & Crown Pub, a bar
- Yorkshire County Fish Shop, a quick service window with outdoor seating
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Earlier this week, Disney announced a refurbishment for the Rose & Crown Dining Room, saying on Disney World’s website that the restaurant would close on February 15, 2027, and reopen in the spring. Disney also explicitly stated that the Rose & Crown Pub and Yorkshire County Fish Shop would remain open during the Dining Room’s closure period. However, this announcement quickly changed.
The very next day, Disney amended its statement to say the Rose & Crown Dining Room and the Rose & Crown Pub would be closed for refurbishment starting January 11, 2027. They were planned to reopen “later in 2027”. This update also didn’t remain for very long.
The day after that, Disney removed the refurbishment notices altogether, and as of this writing, October 8, 2026, there is no closure announcement publicly posted on the Disney World website for the Rose & Crown Dining Room or the Rose & Crown Pub.
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In another Disney World restaurant refurbishment change, Grand Floridian Café at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa quietly reopened today, October 8. The table service restaurant had been closed since July, and Disney had originally announced a November 2 reopening. According to the Disney World website, Grand Floridian Café is now open for brunch, but dinner has not yet returned.
Scat Cat’s Club – Café and Scat Cat’s Club – Lounge both closed for refurbishment at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter earlier this week. The café is expected to reopen in December 2026. During the closure, the Café’s signature beignets are available at the nearby counter service restaurant, Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory. The lounge is expected to reopen in January 2027. During the closure, a temporary bar is located in the lobby nearby.
Trader Sam’s Tiki Terrace has been closed at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort since April 2026. This is the outdoor patio counterpart to the indoor Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto, which remains open.
Top photos via Disney.
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