Nomad Lounge

The Nomad Lounge is one of my favorite experiences in all of Disney World. The drinks are incredible, the food is top notch and the atmosphere is inspiring and enchanting. It’s designed for nomadic spirits, lovers of travel and exploration. It really resonated with me and I can’t wait to go back! I highly recommend Jenn’s Tattoo… a fruity and sweet cocktail. Very good! Next time we go I’m going to try the churros!

This place is so amazing. The vibe here is so relaxing it's easy to imagine yourself in a different country while chilling outside on the wrap around deck. The food and drinks were absolutely incredible. We had the bacon and eggs, the birria tacos and the wings all washed down with several different drinks. Everything was served hot and had mouth watering flavour. I highly recommend trying this restaurant and don't believe what online says about being fully booked always walk up and ask about their actual availability. We almost missed an opportunity because online said they had no availability but they actually did.

This is one of the few places (Animal Kingdom) that I would go to even if it wasn’t in Disney. Outside seating overlooking the river where characters come by in boats is great for children and adults alike. The chicken wings are meaty and delicious but don’t eat the peppers if you can’t handle hot. The sliders and drinks are hood too. Great break from the hustle and bustle of Disney. There should be more restaurants like this in the other parks.

Inside Disney’s Animal Kingdom but feels like you are a world away! I cannot say enough great things about Nomad lounge! We took a break from exploring the park and escaped into the wonderful embrace of Nomad Lounge to rest, eat, toast, and celebrate my sister’s birthday before we were off on more adventures. We had amazing drinks with the freshest ingredients, yes they were adult beverages! The tiffins lobster Mac and cheese and the Cuban frita sliders which were a special but are now on the menu. Everything was delicious!! They even surprised my sister with a frozen cheesecake I believe for dessert for her birthday. What made the experience ever better was the service! Our server/cast member could not have been better! He was fantastic! We now make Nomad Lounge part of our visit if they have space every visit to Animal Kingdom.

Not many people know about this place, but this is one of the best dining experiences I’ve had in Animal Kingdom! This is a bar-like restaurant where you get drinks & small plates from Latin America, Africa, and Asia. This restaurant is attached to Tiffins, so you’ll get similar food here! There’s a cozy atmosphere in this place, as there’s quotes from people traveling. The seats are comfortable, and our waiter was friendly & attentive.

The actual food here is outstanding! My Kiama Mamma had great presentation, and has a good watermelon flavor in it. The wings were spicy & high quality, and the bread service, especially the Brazilian cheese bread, was a good addition to our meal. The Cuban frita sliders weren’t that exciting, but the spices on the sliders and the yuca fries tasted well. Overall, would recommend trying to join the waitlist! This is much better than most restaurants in Animal Kingdom.

This lounge is located in the heart of Disney’s Animal Kingdom. It had incredible atmosphere, food, and service!

Our server, Dallas, was absolutely lovely. He attended our every need and had a great sense of humour! The lounge itself is located beside the river that flows through Animal Kingdom, and has beautiful chairs, couches and curtains (to block the harsh sun) on the outside patio we were seated at. You could easily imagine being somewhere in the jungle and it was nice to be in a quiet space in the park.

I got their Smoked Pork Ribs, and they were divine! They came out piping hot, pull-apart tender, and the egg was poached perfectly. The egg yolk offered an extra layer of richness when you dipped the ribs in it, and the pickled radishes helped cut through the grease. A fantastic light dish all around! My fiancé got their Cuban Frita Sliders, which were also delicious. The fries they came with were perfectly seasoned and out of this world!

For our drinks, he got the Tempting Tigress and absolutely loved it, especially the bourbon in it. I got the Balinese Breeze, which was a nonalcoholic version of one of the other drinks on the menu. It was so fruity and refreshing!

I highly recommend stopping by the Nomad Lounge while you’re in Animal Kingdom. It will whisk you away to another country entirely, has delicious food, and has refreshing, tropical drinks.

Hidden Gem at Disney and Animal Kingdom. Drinks were great and the bread service was good. Will want to try more food next time. Our server was great and this is such a nice relaxing spot.

A lovely, relaxing experience. You feel like you are in the jungle in Africa enjoying a beautiful view of the trees. I got the Lambu Libation and the chicken satay. Both were great. Prices are steep so just be prepared to pay a lot for small portions

Easy to miss but don't. Join the virtual wait list as soon as you can. Very relaxing to sit outside by the river. Food and drinks are very tasty.

My favorite restaurant in all of Disney!!! Gluten free churros are quite literally the best thing Ive ever had!!

Wow! Just wow. What a beautiful and unique dining experience. We sat outside and saw five Disney floats go by. Kids saw Goofy and Donald while we sampled various global cuisines. We had mushroom bao buns, sliders with yucca fries, one of the best charcuterie boards with meats and cheeses, and a bread basket with various dipping sauces (curry aioli, peach chutney, etc). The service was great and the view from the outdoor seating was lovely. Felt so far away. Magical!

Very nice restaurant. The pork belly was delicious. We also had the smoked ribs and the impossible sliders. Our server Oscar was very nice and professional. Will definitely be back.

We sat out on the patio of Nomads on a day that was 94 degrees. And it was cool and relaxing. I wasn't even hot. The breeze and fans helped a lot. Our server Kevin was great. We traveled a loooong way to get my daughter some gluten free churros and they did not disappoint! The drinks were also great. My wife said the cauliflower here is one of the best food items on Disney property.

Thank you to server Nate and general manager Tania!

It's my new favorite spot at AK. The wings are fantastic! Super crispy. Great bar selection. What a nice place to take a little break, get a snack and drink, and then move on to the next adventure. The service was very good.

Our new favorite spot. Fortunately they close at 7pm on else we would of tried all the drinks. Sooo much fun and such a beautiful and cozy Place. Our server Derek was a hoot. He made it even more memorable. Unforgettable and we’ll definitely be back!

We LOVE Nomad. It's a great place to relax and take a break from the rest of the park. Disney's Character Cavalcades on the water look amazing when you're eating great snacks and sipping down ice-cold drinks in the cool shade of the relaxed atmosphere of the lounge! My wife wanted to get a good view of the water for her birthday and didn't mind waiting a little longer for it. I asked them to include that in the notes, and we got a text within about an hour for the best table overlooking the water. 10/10 highly recommend.

Like everything Disney, go with a plan. Since it's walk-up, plan to get there, give your name and number, and receive a text when your table is ready if you're trying to eat outside. That is, unless you're waiting when they open.

We had our first visit to Nomads Lounge this week and we will go back for sure. The atmosphere and lounging chairs and couches were just what we needed for a break. We ordered the Honey-Chili Glazed Pork Belly, the Charcuterie board, Churros, and the just added to the menu…Wings! The Churros and Wings are a must order!! The churros were crispy on the outside and so light and fluffy inside. Absolutely the best I’ve ever had! The wings were cooked perfectly…crispy outside, tender inside and the flavor was well thought out and unique. The chef (?) came out to ask what we thought since they had just added them to the menu the day before and explained how they made them. So glad we ordered them.
Drinks…I ordered the Hightower Rocks and a Hibiscus watermelon drink that I can’t remember the name of. My husband had a scotch and loved they had a full, well stocked bar.
Couldn’t find a thing wrong so getting a 5 star review 🤩

This was our first visit to the Nomad Lounge, but it certainly won't be our last. The staff was welcoming, and the bartenders were amazing. The drinks were great, but the ribs and chicken wings should be entrees instead of appetizers. They were absolutely delicious! And, don't get me started on the churro with vanilla dipping sauce for dessert. I am not usually a fan of churros, but this experience has made me appreciate what churros can be. The Nomad Lounge is truly a hidden gem, with seating inside, as well as covered seating outside.

As a non-alcoholic dork who likes to chill out this place had decent plant based food and great drinks
Shout out for great service

Loved the churros here! We sat outside on a beautiful afternoon and it was so calm and peaceful. Service was great. Our churros took a little while to come out but is understandable as it was closer to dinner time. We really didn’t mind it though because we were having a good time and enjoying the views. Highly recommend.