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Beak and Barrel Magic Kingdom Pirate Tavern Starts Taking Reservations This Week — Opens the Door to Alcohol and Epcot-Style Drinking Culture

August 19, 2025 ·

Marvin Montanaro

Official Concept art for the Beak and Barrel Pirates of the Caribbean bar and lounge in the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World - Disney

Alcohol is coming to the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World in the most accessible way yet through the Beak and Barrel.

On August 29th, Disney will officially break a barrier that’s stood since Magic Kingdom’s opening day. The park’s first-ever standalone tavern, The Beak and Barrel, opens in Adventureland, just steps away from Pirates of the Caribbean. Advance reservations for the new location launch August 20th at 7:00 p.m. ET, and judging by the buzz, this pirate pub is expected to fill fast.

Kraken's Catch drink at the Beak and Barrel in Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World - Photo Credit: Disney Parks Blog

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But beyond the themed décor, signature cocktails, and novelty mugs, the arrival of alcohol in Magic Kingdom represents something bigger: a cultural shift away from Walt Disney’s vision of a park that parents and children could experience together — free from the distractions and disruptions of adult nightlife.

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Author: Marvin Montanaro

Marvin Montanaro is the Editor-in-Chief of That Park Place and a seasoned entertainment journalist with nearly two decades of experience across multiple digital media outlets and print publications. He joined That Park Place in 2024, bringing with him a passion for theme parks, pop culture, and film commentary. Based in Orlando, Florida, Marvin regularly visits Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando, offering firsthand reporting and analysis from the parks. He’s also the creative force behind The M4 Empire YouTube channel, bringing a critical eye toward the world of pop culture. Montanaro’s insights are rooted in years of real-world reporting and editorial leadership. He can be reached via email at mmontanaro@thatparkplace.com SOCIAL MEDIA: X: http://x.com/marvinmontanaro Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marvinmontanaro Facebook: https://facebook.com/marvinmontanaro YouTube: http://YouTube.com/TheM4Empire Email: mmontanaro@thatparkplace.com