News Regal Eagle Smokehouse: Craft Drafts & Barbecue replacing Liberty Inn

[MisterPenguin]

Don't worry about Sam Eagle, because Gonzo's the pit master.

 

[trainplane3]

I think this is the first time I actually want to get food from America while in Epcot.

 

[RobWDW1971]

I think that's the part that feels jarring (and a bit the same for Frozen Ever After). These insertions don't even feel true to the characters. It's a very superficial use that sort of missed the mark on who the characters are. But, I know the masses will love it... Mourn Epcot dead... Yadda... Yadda...

Except for that perceived shoe horn, I think it's a great add, and BBQ is a great idea for this space - which I've thought since they first introduced it at Flower and Garden years ago.

We need REAL patriotism!

 

[donaldtoo]

If this is half as good as what I had from the Southside Market & Barbeque in Elgin, Texas on Monday night, I’ll be amazed...!!!!!

 

[FigmentJedi]

Don't worry about Sam Eagle, because Gonzo's the pit master.

There's four pit masters. Gonzo, Janice, Bobo and Rowlf.

 

[MisterPenguin]

There's four pit masters. Gonzo, Janice, Bobo and Rowlf.

Yeah I've been reading on other sites. Apparently they're in a cook-off.

 

[Princess Leia]

I’m curious, are the Muppets being used in anything outside of Sam’s face on the menu? I think it was a little weird to shoehorn the brand into this (especially since they had Great Moments in MK), so I’m interested if the Muppets were being used in any real capacity here.

 

[Jon81uk]

I’m curious, are the Muppets being used in anything outside of Sam’s face on the menu? I think it was a little weird to shoehorn the brand into this (especially since they had Great Moments in MK), so I’m interested if the Muppets were being used in any real capacity here.

As mentioned, there are displays referencing four Muppet pit masters

There's four pit masters. Gonzo, Janice, Bobo and Rowlf.

This is the Gonzo display https://www.wdwmagic.com/dining/reg...020-regal-eagle-smokehouse-overview/37431.htm and https://www.wdwmagic.com/dining/reg...020-regal-eagle-smokehouse-overview/37432.htm

Can see an overview of the displays here https://www.wdwmagic.com/dining/reg...020-regal-eagle-smokehouse-overview/37418.htm

As previously mentioned, it is very light touch theming (similar to PizzaRizzo).

 

[Josh Hendy]

As previously mentioned, it is very light touch theming (similar to PizzaRizzo).

But I gather with authentic BBQ as opposed to frozen pizza

 

[networkpro]

But I gather with authentic BBQ as opposed to frozen pizza

Yes, there are reviews up on youtube by the usual travel agency-sponsored channels.

 

[JohnD]

Don't worry about Sam Eagle, because Gonzo's the pit master.

Best not to think too much about the chicken: https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/dining/epcot/regal-eagle-smokehouse/menus/

Kansas City Smoked Half-Chicken
Slow-smoked Half-Chicken smothered with our Sweet BBQ Sauce served with your choice of side

$13.99

Gonzo's attraction to chickens

Gonzo and chickens

 

[dreday3]

There's four pit masters. Gonzo, Janice, Bobo and Rowlf.

Well, that right there is enough to get me to try this place at least once!

 

[wdwmagic]

Here are our pictures of the food at Regal Eagle Smokehouse

Regal Eagle Smokehouse food and drink

Regal Eagle Smokehouse food and drink

www.wdwmagic.com

 

[dreday3]

I love pulled pork (butt) - do you choose your own sauce? I like a North Carolina sauce - tangy...vinegar...mmmm

 

[MichRX7]

"You can please some of the people some of the time, all of the people some of the time, some of the people all of the time, but you can never please people on this forum."

 

[wdwmagic]

I love pulled pork (butt) - do you choose your own sauce? I like a North Carolina sauce - tangy...vinegar...mmmm

That one comes by default with North Carolina Vinegar Sauce. You can probably change that if needed.

 

[FigmentFan82]

From the Jim Hill podcast (yes, yes, we know, huge grains of salt) he indicated as to why Sam Eagle is here, is because evidently an imagineer was just a big muppets fan and tossed out the idea, and as it went up and up the chain for approvals nobody turned it down. I don't know how accurate that story is, but it wouldn't surprise me if it was. So less of a force IP in there and more just someone's idea who happens to like the muppets and wanted to see more of them in the parks.

 

[Mike730]

I think I like the way the Muppets are used here. You could miss it if you're really not paying attention, so seeing the Muppet details is kinda like finding an Easter Egg.

Edit: Would be nice if this was the MO for World Showcase IP integration going forward.

 

[lentesta]

I'm going to head over tomorrow. I believe the smokers aren't actually working right now. The smoke flavor may be liquid smoke. The smokers should be up and running in a couple of weeks.

Edit: Media Relations said on 2/21 that it's actual wood smoke.

 

[Mickey5150]

Everything about it looks perfect. The inclusion of Sam Eagle is perfect. Disney has been changing his character to a true patriot over the years, he is not like his original character. The food looks great, I can't wait to eat there. I would love to see them bring Great Moments of History over to Epcot since it's stories fit better with the American Adventure rather than the Hall of Presidents. Yes they are an IP, heaven forbid, but the Muppets are definitely American.