The Polite Pig 🐷

The Polite Pig brings modern barbecue to Disney Springs with smoked meats, creative sides, sandwiches, and a strong selection of bourbon and craft beverages. The restaurant manages to feel more polished than a traditional barbecue counter while still keeping the

experience casual and approachable. It is a great choice when you want a satisfying meal that feels a little more distinctive than standard quick service without committing to a long table-service dinner.

🍴 Experience

The Polite Pig combines counter ordering with a more relaxed dining experience once you have your food, making it a nice middle ground between quick service and a traditional restaurant. You can build a meal around smoked meats and sides, grab a barbecue sandwich, or share a few items with the table. The food tends to be hearty, so this is an especially good stop when you have worked up an appetite after a long day of shopping or theme parks.

ℹ️ Info

Type: Modern barbecue restaurant

Location: Town Center at Disney Springs

Service Style: Fast-casual counter service

Accessibility: Wheelchair and ECV accessible

✨ Atmosphere

The restaurant has a modern rustic look with wood, metal, and industrial touches that give it a stylish barbecue-house feel. It is casual enough for families but polished enough that adults can enjoy stopping in for bourbon and dinner. The open layout keeps the atmosphere lively, and the aroma of smoked meats makes it pretty difficult to walk by without at least wondering what everyone else is eating.

🍔 Food

Smoked meats are the star, with options that may include pork, chicken, brisket, ribs, and other barbecue favorites. You can order meats as part of a plate or choose sandwiches and other casual dishes, while the sides add plenty of personality to the meal. Vegetables, potatoes, mac and cheese, and other Southern-inspired accompaniments give you a chance to mix and match. The menu works particularly well for sharing because several people can order different meats and sides and create their own little barbecue tasting.

🍹 Drinks

The Polite Pig takes its drinks almost as seriously as its barbecue, with bourbon playing a major role in the beverage program. You can also find cocktails, beer, wine, and nonalcoholic choices, making it a fun stop for adults who enjoy pairing barbecue with something stronger than soda. Bourbon flights and specialty cocktails can turn a casual lunch or dinner into a more interesting experience for anyone who enjoys exploring different spirits.

🌾 Allergies

Disney is very conscientious about food allergies and dietary needs, and many restaurants have procedures in place to help guests with common food allergies and dietary restrictions. Depending on the location, allergy-friendly menus, ingredient information, or assistance from a chef or manager may be available. Menu items, ingredients, and preparation methods can change, so guests with food allergies should discuss their specific needs with the restaurant team before ordering.

💰 Price

$ ($1–$20) per person

$$ ($21–$50) per person

$$$ ($51–$75) per person

$$$$ ($76+) per person

Price Tier: $$

Most guests will land in the $$ range once they add a meat plate, sides, sandwich, or drink. You can keep the cost lower with a simpler sandwich meal, while larger barbecue plates, multiple sides, and bourbon or cocktails can move the total higher. The generous, filling style of the food can make it feel like a good value compared with some other Disney Springs dining options.

💡 Tips

🐷 Mix and match meats and sides if your group enjoys sharing.

🥩 Arrive hungry because the barbecue plates can be very filling.

🥃 Bourbon fans should take a closer look at the drink menu rather than automatically ordering a beer.

🥗 Do not overlook the sides because several of them are just as interesting as the meat.

⏰ This is a good option when you want quality food but do not want to spend a long time at table service.

The Good

• Flavorful smoked meats

• Excellent variety of sides

• Strong bourbon and cocktail selection

• Fast-casual format keeps the meal convenient

The Not-So-Good

• Heavy barbecue may not be what you want on an extremely hot afternoon

• Ordering several meats and sides can increase the price quickly

• The smell of barbecue outside makes sticking to other dinner plans surprisingly difficult

🌟 Final Thoughts

The Polite Pig is one of the stronger choices at Disney Springs when you want a hearty meal without the time commitment of traditional table service. The combination of smoked meats, creative sides, bourbon, and a modern casual setting gives it more personality than a typical quick-service restaurant. It works especially well for barbecue fans, hungry families, and adults who appreciate a good bourbon selection alongside dinner.