Have you heard this Tortuga Tavern theory before?

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https://pirates.fandom.com/wiki/Laura_Smith
https://pirates.fandom.com/wiki/Smith_(Arabella's_father)
https://pirates.fandom.com/wiki/Faithful_Bride
https://pirates.fandom.com/wiki/William_Turner_Sr.
https://pirates.fandom.com/wiki/William_Turner_Jr.'s_mother
So is Arabella Will Turner’s mom in your opinion?

 

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We always go around Halloween or Early December and in the last 22 years, I can count on one hand how many times that location was open and serving guests. The only time I’ve been in there I believe was when they were using it for a “treat” station during a MNSS or MVMC party. I’d love to check it out and would love it if they incorporated her into the ride.

Technically, according to the video, she is “always in residence” in the tavern. Disney has her belongings outside her room to show when the owner is present.
https://pirates.fandom.com/wiki/Tortuga_Tavern_(restaurant)?file=TortugaTavernResidence.JPG

https://pirates.fandom.com/wiki/Tortuga_Tavern_(restaurant)?file=TT_ASmith.jpeg

https://pirates.fandom.com/wiki/Tortuga_Tavern_(restaurant)?file=TortugaTavernWagon.JPG

https://pirates.fandom.com/wiki/Tortuga_Tavern_(restaurant)

 

[TipsyTraveler]

I voted no, as I'm not sure I've even heard of the restaurant before now, but it was neat to see all the little details!

Don’t feel bad. I’ve eaten at the restaurant and didn’t realize it had anything to do with POTC until now.

 

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Don’t feel bad. I’ve eaten at the restaurant and didn’t realize it had anything to do with POTC until now.

What do you think about the theory?

 

[LuvOrlando]

I don't think I've ever been in there even though I do the Pirates ride for every trip. Looking at photos, I'm pretty I wrote it off as a place people sit with their Dole Whips so it's completely forgettable, there are a few spots out that side which are just ehh, whatevs.

 

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I don't think I've ever been in there even though I do the Pirates ride for every trip. Looking at photos, I'm pretty I wrote it off as a place people sit with their Dole Whips so it's completely forgettable, there are a few spots out that side which are just ehh, whatevs.

Here’s the current quick service menu

https://allears.net/dining/menu/tortuga-tavern/lunch-dinner
And a review on the menu

https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2019/07/02/review-new-menu-items-at-magic-kingdoms-tortuga-tavern/

Disney once tried to do an upscale meal there too

https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2013...-at-magic-kingdoms-tortuga-tavern/#more-98573

Do you have an opinion on the theory?

 

[TipsyTraveler]

What do you think about the theory?

I only watched about half the video because it was a little too “in the weeds” for me and I didn’t know who or what they were talking about. I’ve only seen the first couple POTC movies back when they came out so I don’t know much about the story beyond the very basics.

 

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I only watched about half the video because it was a little too “in the weeds” for me and I didn’t know who or what they were talking about. I’ve only seen the first couple POTC movies back when they came out so I don’t know much about the story beyond the very basics.

Readable quick summary
https://pirates.fandom.com/wiki/Arabella_Smith

 

[RangerPooh]

I’m curious. If you have been on the POTC ride, how have you not heard of the quick service since you are next to it when you are waiting to go on the ride?
https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/dining/magic-kingdom/tortuga-tavern/menus/

It also used to be named Pirate y el Perico. I can't recall if the decor was the same. But both are closed quite a bit. If it wasn't for the restroom or Sorcerers of the MK game we'd probably never explore it.

 

[LuvOrlando]

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She is so cute, reminds me of super Star Wars fans but I was getting lost in if she was talking about a storyline for the place or an inventive new show, it seemed to shift between but was pleasant enough to engage me The idea of a female pirate is cool, someone like Esmeralda from Hunchback of Notre Dame keeps coming to mind. I LOVE the idea of storylines with restaurants and such, no reason to leave the Imagineers out of restaurants and even bathrooms, they can add magic like they do with the Moaning Myrtle bathroom in Universal. I mean, who wouldn't love seeing Gus Gus and Jacques peek out in Magic Kingdom mirrors or have some of the Pirates characters pop up to say, "You look fabulous," when you take that last quick look before heading back out to the rides? So many easy little ways for all the restaurants and spots to have their own story beyond just a vague theme, even the lockers scattered throughout could be Ariel's various hideouts.

This place's menu wouldn't get me to stop in though, it seems to suffer from the same neglect as Marrakesh in EPCOT which makes no sense for such expensive real estate in a place full of people with money on hand. There is some really yummy food you can pull from region that is quick, easy and an inexpensive option for families plus the plantains are a great option for vegetarians, paleo and sooooo Caribbean. The menu could use some effort to make it quick to middle so tacos, all plantain pasteles and a mix of fajitas. Even alcohol free mojitos and such plus the funky sodas like Goya Pineapple, the whole thing could be lovely.

That Disney Girl would be fantastic as a storyteller with kids, there was a program at Animal Kingdom but it was on the serious side, enthusiasm is valuable at a place like WDW & it spreads.

 

[Buzz Rules]

It was tacos before the current menu. I do hope Arabella will appear as an interactive character eventually since she “lives” in the apartment on the above floor of the tavern. If someone gets the chance, ask a cast member if she’s Will Turner 2’s mom and does she ever leave her apartment? I’m curious what their answer would be and how much they know about the Disney character (since Disney printed books about her in the series).

 

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Mods, can you move this thread to the restaurant forums instead of the community board? I think this thread might be more relevant there. Thanks and thanks to all who have responded already.

 

[Carol_]

I remember having loved something I ate there, and looking at the menu it must have been the ropa vieja because I love ropa vieja. I also remember that soon after I ate there, I saw a review that panned it a bit. I remember it as an easy place to satisfy a growling stomach with ever so coveted shade in the MK. I have zero memory of Arabella whatshername.

 

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I remember having loved something I ate there, and looking at the menu it must have been the ropa vieja because I love ropa vieja. I also remember that soon after I ate there, I saw a review that panned it a bit. I remember it as an easy place to satisfy a growling stomach with ever so coveted shade in the MK. I have zero memory of Arabella whatshername.

Arabella Smith became relevant when they changed the restaurant for the third time. Her father “Smith” owed the Faithful Bride (the name before). It became Tortuga Tavern when she and her mom took it over. They are really cool Disney characters. Their images and props from the book series are in the restaurant. Jack Sparrow was good friends of the family too. Oh and she is the rumored mother of Will Turner 2.

 

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Would you like Tortuga Tavern to become a full service restaurant? They could enclose the outdoor pavilion and expand the menu.

 

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I’m curious, since the last post, if anyone has asked a cast member about Arabella Smith and if she “lives” in the tavern?

 

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I’m curious, since the last post, if anyone has asked a cast member about Arabella Smith and if she “lives” in the tavern?

I’m curious a year later if anyone has asked a cast member and what their response was?

 

[DL1WDW2]

I will have to visit this place next trip.I was on Pirates again recently because Jungle Cruise line was too long and totally forgot about the blinding camera flash ! It was painful !
I love this theory. Didn't they just announce Depp returning in new movie?

I admit I did not watch video link.

 

[_19disnA]

Tried watching the video in the initial post but got bored. The woman had some long/rambly story that took way too long to explain. Seemed like she was trying to fill up a 15 min video with about 4 min of information. Guy in that other video talked like he made some amazing discovery since he saw 3 candles in a dish that reminded him of Mickey's ears. Do people actually walk around Disney looking for such things?