Don't close the Backlot Canteen!

[goofy for goofy]

We just returned from WDW and while visiting Disney Hollywood Studios, the bartender, Dee, at the BAcklot Canteen (the little bar next to Studio Catering and Honey I Shrunk... Movie set adventure) said they were recently taking measurements to possibly turn the little bar into an ice cream stand. I don't know if anyone shares my feelings on this, but I was VERY disappointed. Stopping at this bar is always a part of our daily ritual when we visit the studios. It has the coldest draft beer in all the world and the two nicest bartenders who've been there for years. My two kids can't wait to get a Frozen Fireball, their frozen Fanta Strawberry/Banana drink. Dee asked me to spread the word and for those who care to voice their opinions to those who matter and hopefully the ice cream stand won't come to fruition. That's all they need is another ice cream place! Does anyone know of any contacts where we can voice our opinions to Disney?

 

[L&Lfan]

Ice cream is more family friendly than booze! Perhaps a "guest survey" was taken. Or at least that's the excuse they're using for closing Pleasure Island!

jon

 

[Mr. & Mrs. Smith]

That's a weird decision. I would imagine booze would make much more money than ice cream.

 

[Scornelius]

DH is mad!! His favourite drink is at the Backlot Canteen-- the Stoplight Margarita!!
Let's start the letter-writing campaign now!!

 

[disnut8]

While I don't like the idea of ANY bar closing, the Canteen did seem a bit out of place. Out in the open, obvious that it's a bar and kids walking by all day long. The only other place in a park that is a full blown bar is the Dawa Bar at Animal Kingdom but the seating area there is covered and the bar is well back from the main walkway.

There always is the bar inside the 50s Prime Time.

 

[Mr. & Mrs. Smith]

While I don't like the idea of ANY bar closing, the Canteen did seem a bit out of place. Out in the open, obvious that it's a bar and kids walking by all day long. The only other place in a park that is a full blown bar is the Dawa Bar at Animal Kingdom but the seating area there is covered and the bar is well back from the main walkway.

There always is the bar inside the 50s Prime Time.

There are open bars everywhere in the World Showcase. I don't see why that matters.

 

[disnut8]

There are open bars everywhere in the World Showcase. I don't see why that matters.

I guess I've been missing the full bars that serves mixed drinks on my walks around the lagoon. Where are they so I can check them out over the Labor Day weekend?

 

[Kristineamb]

Looking forward to trying The Backlot Canteen in September...any time frame on when this might happen???

 

[justplaingoofy]

not to be off topic, but when we were at Disney in May, 07 one night we were at the MarketPlace and we participated in a survey with a bunch of questions about Downtown Disney area....

 

[Mr. & Mrs. Smith]

I guess I've been missing the full bars that serves mixed drinks on my walks around the lagoon. Where are they so I can check them out over the Labor Day weekend?

You missed the stands all along the walkways in each and every country that blatantly sell alcoholic drinks or are you only kidding around?

 

[gracelrm]

I've been to DS 25-30 times and I never knew there was a bar in that vicinity. My kids always play at the Honey I shrunk the kids area and I'm sure I've sat there longing for a drink. Will have to check that out in October - if it's still up and running.

 

[disnut8]

You missed the stands all along the walkways in each and every country that blatantly sell alcoholic drinks or are you only kidding around?

I guess I was confused. Yes, those places are all around. But the Backlot Canteen is a total bar. To be, a bar is one where mixed drinks are served. The "high potency" drinks. Beer and wine, to me, are not those kind of drinks.

 

[cmash95]

frankly in my opimion, there shouldn't be any outsdie bars at any theme park unless it's a special event like the food and wine festival. I always thought the canteen was out of place. I have no porblem with serving alcahol in restaurants. Last christmas they even set up temporary bars throughout the park and I didn't like that either.

 

[Mr. & Mrs. Smith]

I guess I was confused. Yes, those places are all around. But the Backlot Canteen is a total bar. To be, a bar is one where mixed drinks are served. The "high potency" drinks. Beer and wine, to me, are not those kind of drinks.

That's an interesting definition of "bar" that you came up with. I don't see why I place that sells wine and beer is ok but throw in a rum and coke and it's the devil? In any case, I think the margaritas in Mexico would definitely be consiered "high potency" drinks. And remember, American beer is the only beer that remotely resembles tap water. Most beer actually does have a respectable level of alcohol.

I don't really understand the argument that alcohol shouldn't be readily available and visible at a theme park, either.

 

[DB&KS]

I don't really understand the argument that alcohol shouldn't be readily available and visible at a theme park, either.

I find that to be a funny statement.

 

[FigmentFinder]

Wait a sec, there's a bar near the playground? What else have I been missing.

 

[honey11dog]

I love going to this spot! We just went in June and when I got my credit card statement it showed Backlot Ice Cream. I didn't remeber getting any ice cream that day. So, I guess Disney has officially changed its name, but not what it serves. Yet?

 

[sbell111]

I like Ice Cream. I'm also often very hot when I am in that area. Finally, I have never felt the need to get boozy while I'm there. Therefore, I welcome the change.

I hope they have butter pecan.

 

[JEmaryland]

frankly in my opimion, there shouldn't be any outsdie bars at any theme park unless it's a special event like the food and wine festival. I always thought the canteen was out of place. I have no porblem with serving alcahol in restaurants. Last christmas they even set up temporary bars throughout the park and I didn't like that either.

May I ask why?

 

[Smile4Me]

frankly in my opimion, there shouldn't be any outsdie bars at any theme park unless it's a special event like the food and wine festival. Last christmas they even set up temporary bars throughout the park and I didn't like that either.

If you don't like it--don't go. And let others who do enjoy the bars bring their business there!