WDWNT attended the ribbon cutting of Bourbon Steak Orlando by Michael Mina, a new restaurant at the Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel.
Bourbon Steak Orlando Now Open
Bourbon Steak Orlando soft opened on Thursday, July 24, before a grand opening set to take place on Saturday, July 26. The restaurant replaces Shula’s Steak House, which closed in mid June of this year. Reservations for Bourbon Steak opened soon after Shula’s closed.
“Bringing Bourbon Steak to the world’s most popular vacation destination is a natural fit,” said Chef Michael Mina. “A trip to Orlando is all about creating lasting memories—and that’s exactly what we aim to deliver: a dining experience guests will remember for a lifetime.”
Mina is joined in the kitchen by Senior Sous Chef Jonathan Hill, who was Chef of Shula’s Steak House and Executive Banquet Chef at the Swan and Dolphin.
“We’re thrilled to welcome Chef Mina and Bourbon Steak to our eclectic family of restaurants at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin,” said Sean Verney, area general manager of the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin. “This is a must-visit dining experience for both visitors and locals—a meal worth going out of your way for.”
Some Cirque du Soleil performers from Drawn to Life at Disney Springs joined the celebration.
Chef Mina and Verney both gave speeches at the opening before media were allowed inside to try a sampling of the menu.
Bourbon Steak Orlando Menu
The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin website states, “Bourbon Steak Orlando delivers an unparalleled dining experience with a meticulously crafted menu that honors steakhouse traditions while embracing modern innovation.”
Instead of free bread, each table gets the signature Duck Fat Fries trio with an array of unique dipping sauces. There is bread service available for purchase, though.
The full listed menu at Bourbon Steak includes a wide variety of shellfish, grilled items, accompaniments, and more:
Shellfish
- Oysters on the Half Shell – $24
- champagne mignonette
- Shrimp Cocktail – $23
- gin-spiked cocktail sauce, horseradish
- Half Maine Lobster – $42
- espelette dijonnaise
- Shellfish Platter – $105
- oysters on the half shell, chef’s ceviche, half maine lobster, shrimp cocktail, trio of sauces
Caviar
- Caviar Service
- cast-iron buttermilk pancake, traditional garnishes
- by Petrossian of Paris
- 1 oz royal daurenki – $125
- 1 oz imperial ossetra – $165
Red Alaskin King Crab – Market Price
sweet, succulent leg meat from the icy waters of the bering sea. steamed to perfection and served with espelette dijonnaise and fresh lemon. a luxurious, ocean-fresh delicacy known for its rich flavor and tender texture
Black Truffle Bread – $14
maldon sea salt
Salads & Appetizers
- Fresh Hearts of Palm Salad – $17
- butter lettuce, ruby red grapefruit, avocado, radish, poppy seed, dijon vinaigrette
- Petite Romaine Caesar – $16
- garlic streusel, creamy caper dressing, vacche rosse parmesan
- The “Wedge” – $16
- bacon, egg, red onion, tomato, point reyes blue cheese, buttermilk ranch dressing
- Onion Soup Gratin – $15
- caramelized onions, trio of cheeses, garlic baguette
- Michael Mina’s Tuna Tartare – $24
- quail egg, pine nut, mint, asian pear garlic, trio of chili peppers, habanero-sesame
- Bacon-Wrapped Scallops – $24
- bing cherry, trunip, marcona almond, madeira emulsion
- “Instant” Bacon – $22
- heritage pork belly, tempura oyster, shaved cabbage, black pepper soy glaze
- Jumbo Lump Crab Cake – $26
- pink peppercorn tartar sauce, old bay, florida citrus
Truffle Treat
- Black Truffle Agnolotti – $47
- burrata cheese filling, truffle butter
From the Grill
- Simply Grilled
- 10oz Center-Cut Filet Mignon – $69
- 14oz New York Strip – $67
- 160z Delmonico Ribeye – $76
- 32oz Porterhouse – $84
- Faroe Island King Salmon – $41
- Specialty Cuts
- A5 Striploin | Japan – $132 (available in 4oz increments)
- 8oz Wagyu SRF Rib Cap | USA – $95
- 16oz Bone-In New York Strip | USA – $72
- 22oz Dry-Aged Cowboy Ribeye | USA – $105
Accompaniments
- Béarnaise – $8
- Bourbon Steak Sauce – $6
- Red Wine Demi – $6
- Chimichurri – $6
- Black Truffle Butter – $5
- Blue Cheese Crust – $5
- Diver Scallops – $22
- Half Maine Lobster – $42
- Grilled Prawns – $18
Bourbon Steak Classics
- Main Lobster Pot Pie – $82
- market vegetables, russet potatoes, black truffle, brandy-lobster cream
- Hay-Smoked Tomahawk – $205
- potato crusted fondant potatoes, red wine demi glace
- Slow Roasted Prime Rib – $58
- blue cheese popover, fresh horseradish, black truffle au jus (limited availability)
Fish
- Big Eye Tuna Au Poivre – $58
- morel mushrooms, wilted spinach, peppercorn sauce
- Miso Broiled Seabass – $42
- baby squash, shishito peppers, ginger dash
Farm & Flock
- Red Wine Braised Wagyu Short Rib – $51
- shallot jam, whipped celery root, roasted bone marrow
- Espelette Butter Roasted Chicken – $42
- haricot verts, caramelized onion jus, espelette butter
Sides
- Grilled Asparagus, Béarnaise – $15
- Loaded Baked Potato, All the Fixins – $15
- Creamed Spinach, Crispy Challots – $15
- Whipped Potatoes, Echiré Butter – $15
- Creamy Mac & Cheese, Black Truffle – $17
- Roasted Mushrooms, Garlic-Herb Butter – $15
- Jalapeño Creamed Corn, Cilantro – $15
- Charred Broccolini, Preserved Lemon – $15
We did not receive the dessert menu with prices but it includes:
- Key Lime Napolean with layers of crispy and crunchy sugared puff pastry and citrus cream
- Brûléed Basque Cheesecake, the only Basque cheesecake in the nation that features a brûléed crust and is topped with Florida strawberries
- Warm Beignets with a trio of dipping custards (Macallan 12-Year butterscotch pudding, crème brûlée with fresh raspberries, milk chocolate pot de crème)
- Bourbon Steak Chocolate Candy Bar, featuring peanut butter crunch, chewy brownie and caramel mousse flavors
- Michael’s “On the Rocks” Root Beer Float with sassafras ice cream and signature walnut chip cookies
Bourbon Steak Orlando Beverages
The beverage program “is designed to complement the restaurant’s refined yet dynamic culinary offerings, featuring a thoughtfully curated selection of wines, cocktails, and spirits.”
The wine list includes renowned labels like Bordeaux and Burgundy, and emerging producers making waves in the industry. Each selection is chosen for its depth, personality, and balance.
The cocktail program “blends timeless classics with modern ingenuity, featuring an extensive collection of rare and allocated bourbons, including exclusive single-barrel selections that elevate the experience.” Signature drinks include Our Famous Martini, crafted with Grey Goose Vodka and Bombay Sapphire with lemon manzanilla sherry, dry vermouth, and citrus essence.
Other options include the Fruit Ninja, a tequila-based cocktail with yuzu, grapefruit, and honey peach bitters.
Non-alcoholic drinks include the Fairweather Friend comprised of Lyre’s London spirit, lime almond orgeat, and cumber fever tree seltzer.
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