The Turf Club Lounge at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort is open again after a refurbishment, and the space looks noticeably different than it did before. The updates touch nearly every corner of the lounge, from a proper bar to fresh furnishings and a reworked menu. Here is a look at what changed, what you can order, and what to know before you stop in.
A Real Bar Replaces the Old Wall Window
The most practical change is the bar itself. What used to be a simple window in the wall next to the restaurant entrance is now a full bar that extends out into the room, complete with seating around it. That shift alone gives the lounge a more social, gathering-friendly feel.
The bar has decorative tiling on its supports and lighting underneath the counter. The bar chairs are blue faux leather with dark legs, matching the seating found elsewhere in the room. It is a straightforward upgrade that makes the lounge function more like a true bar than a quick service window.
A Refreshed Look Throughout the Lounge
The interior received a full visual update while keeping some familiar touches. The walls are still mostly a light cream color, but the wainscoting and beams are now a dark brown that ties into the bar’s supports. New carpet features a bridle pattern, and the tile flooring around the bar is white with a gold chain design.
Seating has changed as well. Beige and brown armchairs now sit around square tables, while blue tall chairs pair with round tables. These replace the previous green upholstered chairs. The green curtains are gone too, swapped for black and white curtains with a horseshoe pattern. The back wall carries that theme further with horseshoe-patterned tiles.
The horse racing story stays front and center. Framed jockey jackets still line the walls, and the chandeliers are unchanged. The older wall art, which included vintage board games, has been replaced with frames of Saratoga Raceway memorabilia such as programs, ticket stubs, and postcards. One more note for anyone who enjoyed a game: the billiards table has moved out of the lounge to the other side of the building, near check-in.
The New Cocktail Menu
The drink list has been overhauled, with nearly every cocktail new to the menu. Only the Mint Julep and Blood Orange Margarita carried over. Here is the full lineup:
- Mint Julep, $19: Woodford Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon muddled with fresh mint and agave nectar
- The Saratoga Cocktail, $21: Michter’s Single Barrel Rye Whiskey, Courvoisier VS Cognac, Carpano Antica Sweet Vermouth, The Bitter Truth Decanter Bitters
- Winner’s Circle Margarita, $21: Don Julio Reposado Tequila, Grand Marnier Liqueur, lime, agave
- Colt Cooler, $19: Tito’s Handmade Vodka, St-Germain Elderflower Liqueur, Cointreau Liqueur, orange, pineapple, lemon
- New York Old Fashioned, $20: Hudson Bright Lights Big Bourbon, demerara, Angostura Bitters
- Grandstand Martini, $19: Grey Goose Vodka, Dolin Dry Vermouth, olive brine, blue cheese olives
- New York Sour, $25: Widow Jane Bourbon, Disaronno Originale Liqueur, sweet-and-sour, Francis Ford Coppola Diamond Collection Merlot
- Blood Orange Margarita, $18: Lunazul Añejo Tequila, Cointreau Liqueur, lime juice, blood orange sour
- Raspberry Mojito, $17: Bacardi Raspberry Rum, Mount Gay Eclipse Rum, lime juice, mint, raspberry purée topped with soda water
- Espresso Martini, $18: Grainger’s Deluxe Organic Vanilla Vodka, Tia Maria Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur, Bols White Crème de Cacao Liqueur, espresso
- Piña Colava, $17.50: Bacardi Raspberry Rum blended with coconut, pineapple, raspberry purée
- Pineapple Mule, $19: Uncle Nearest 1884 Small Batch Whiskey, Hella Cocktail Co. Ginger Bitters, pineapple juice, ginger beer, mint
The Updated Lunch Menu
The food menu changed too. The Giant Pretzel is now a Pretzel Charcuterie board, while the Buffalo Chicken Dip and Onion Ring Tower have been dropped. Here is what you will find:
- Pretzel Charcuterie, $18: Prosciutto, salami, pimento cheese, New York white cheddar, beer cheese, grain mustard, pickled vegetables
- Lemon Butter Shrimp, $18: Sun-dried tomatoes, feta, capers, toasted bread
- Sweet-and-Spicy Brussels Sprouts, $13: Piquant-agave glaze, crispy Vidalia onions
- Crispy Chicken Wings, $16: Choice of Buffalo or garlic-Parmesan sauce, blue cheese, celery
- Turf Club Burger, $25: Applewood-smoked bacon, New York white cheddar, house-made pickles, onion straws, lettuce, tomato, served with seasoned waffle fries
- Herbed Grilled Chicken Sandwich, $19: Fresh mozzarella, crispy prosciutto, tomato confit, focaccia, served with seasonal waffle fries
- Wedge Salad, $12: Bacon, buttermilk-chive ranch dressing, shredded hard-boiled egg, tomatoes, marigold garnish from The Land Pavilion at EPCOT. Add grilled chicken breast for $5.50
- French Onion Soup, $11: Savory sherry beef broth, melted fontina, Gruyère
- Vanilla Bean Cheesecake, $11: Strawberry sauce, graham crumb
Hours and What Is Still Closed
The Turf Club Lounge is open from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., giving you a wide window to stop by for lunch, a drink, or an evening bite. If you are staying at Saratoga Springs or visiting nearby Disney Springs, it is an easy addition to the day.
One thing to keep in mind: the Turf Club restaurant itself remains closed for refurbishment, with walls blocking the entrance. It is expected to reopen in late September. Until then, the lounge is the spot to visit at this location.
Final Thoughts
The refreshed Turf Club Lounge brings a full bar, updated furnishings, and a reworked menu to Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort while keeping its horse racing character intact. With the lounge open daily and the restaurant set to follow later in September, this is a good time to check out the changes for yourself. Whether you come for a cocktail or a burger, the new setup gives you plenty of reasons to settle in.
Written by
Rachel Van Norman
Contributing Writer
Rachel fell deeply in love with all things Disney as a little girl. Now as a wife and a mother herself, she shares this Disney obsession with her son and everyone around her. From her love of princesses to eating all the Disney food, Rachel spends her time radiating Disney magic and keeping everyone up to date on Disney news.
