Popsugar Living Food News Lamplight Lounge at Disneyland Review and Pictures There Are So Many Hidden Pixar Details at Disneyland's Lamplight Lounge 27 June 2018 by Tara Block Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Tara Block It's been a roller coaster of emotions (pun intended) with saying farewell to Cove Bar and hello to Lamplight Lounge at Disneyland. First, we were devastated to hear our favourite casual eatery and bar would go away, then we found out the new restaurant would be keeping the lobster nachos on the menu (huge sigh of relief), then we actually experienced the wonder of this new-and-improved Pixar-themed eatery when it opened on June 23, and all was right in the world. Located at the entrance to Disney California Adventure's just-opened Pixar Pier, Lamplight Lounge takes over the entire upstairs and downstairs space that was formerly Cove Bar and Ariel's Grotto and is a very cool, waterside gastropub-style restaurant and bar. It's a major upgrade from the previous restaurants as far as design and food goes, and one of our favourite things about it is all the discreet and overt odes to Pixar Studios throughout the space. Ahead, see some of the delicious culinary highlights in addition to some of the many Pixar details. The Exterior Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Tara Block The Lamplight Lounge got a bright and bold makeover. Here's the entrance to the downstairs area. Keep walking down the pier for the upstairs bar that takes walk-ins but has a limited menu. 1 / 36 The Menu Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Tara Block Here's the full menu for the downstairs restaurant. 2 / 36 Floor Mosaic Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Tara Block The Pixar lamp (Luxo Jr.) and ball (the Luxo Ball) pop up in a number of spots, including in this cool floor design. 3 / 36 Wall Artwork Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Tara Block There's also beautiful Pixar artwork throughout. 4 / 36 Sketch Chandelier Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Tara Block This chandelier is made up of Pixar sketches and notes on pieces of paper. 5 / 36 Wall Artwork Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Tara Block The artwork is often framed by fun illustrations painted on the walls. 6 / 36 Luxo Ball Wall Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Tara Block The downstairs host stand is right next this cool wall of light-up Luxo Balls. On the other side of this wall is a special themed booth featuring a table of mini cars from the movie Cars. 7 / 36 Restroom Sign Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Tara Block The entrance to the restrooms is an ode to Up. 8 / 36 Restroom Hallway Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Tara Block The chalkboard-inspired walls feature quotes from Pixar employees. 9 / 36 Women Sign Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Tara Block The restroom signs have characters from The Incredibles. 10 / 36 Cast Member Sign Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Tara Block Toy Story aliens adorn the "cast members only" door sign. 11 / 36 T-Shirt Wall Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Tara Block The shirts on display were all designed by different Pixar Studios departments for specific films. They'd wear the shirts during production. Sadly, they aren't for sale! 12 / 36 Kitchen Doors Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Tara Block Can you figure out which movie these signs are an ode to? (Hint: it probably gave you a lot of feelings.) 13 / 36 The View Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Tara Block Here's the view from the downstairs lounge area. Love the waterside location! 14 / 36 Downstairs Space Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Tara Block Here's another shot of the downstairs bar and restaurant. 15 / 36 Downstairs Tables Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Tara Block The space has a modern vibe. 16 / 36 Downstairs Bar Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Tara Block Here's the cool bar space. 17 / 36 Bar Lamp Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Tara Block There are a lot of vintage-inspired lamps, naturally. 18 / 36 Beer on Tap Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Tara Block There are quite a few beer selections available, including draft, bottled, and canned. The Pizza Port amber ale is a must! 19 / 36 Bar Menu Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Tara Block The bar menu is a work of art and worth reading through. 20 / 36 Downstairs Lounge Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Tara Block One of my favourite areas is this lounge space. 21 / 36 Downstairs Lounge Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Tara Block It features lots of comfy seating and low tables. 22 / 36 Coco Chair Detail Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Tara Block Seriously, the Pixar details are all over the place, like this Coco-adorned leather chair. 23 / 36 Cars Table Detail Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Tara Block The booth right behind the host station downstairs features this cool table with the matchbox-size versions of the Cars characters. It was inspired by a conference room table inside Pixar Animation Studios. 24 / 36 Bubbling Infinity Fizz Mocktail Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Tara Block I had to try the bubbling Infinity Fizz mocktail, but I will say it looks cooler than it tastes! It's a sweet blend of Powerade Mountain Berry Blast and apple juice with miniature cherry juice-filled balls that reminded me of Gushers. 25 / 36 Cocktail Menu Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Tara Block There's also an alcoholic version called The Sequel (Absolut Citron Vodka, Bacardi Gran Reserva Maestro de Ron Rum, Liquid Alchemist Passion Fruit, lime juice, and agave nectar) as well as a number of other fun cocktails. 26 / 36 Cute Coasters Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Tara Block Even the coasters have fun Pixar references. There are a variety of options to choose from, all featuring sketches of different characters. 27 / 36 Downstairs Restaurant Menu Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Tara Block The menu is described as California gastropub, and it offers nice midrange options that include everything from healthy salads to indulgent burgers. 28 / 36 Crispy Piggy Wings Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Tara Block These spicy wings were my favourite. The meat fell right off the bone and the flavour combination of the chili-ginger sauce was perfect. 29 / 36 Crab and Tuna Roll Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Tara Block I was pleasantly surprised by how good the stone crab and yellowfin tuna sushi was as well. 30 / 36 Tuna Poke Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Tara Block To get to the poke, you had to tap the outer shell first. 31 / 36 Tuna Poke Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Tara Block You then use the shell to scoop up the watermelon, avocado, edamame, shishito pepper, mango, and tuna poke. This was also tasty! 32 / 36 Chicken Tenders Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Tara Block Here's the chicken tenders from the kids' menu. 33 / 36 PB&J Roll Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Tara Block This innovative kids' menu option is a twist on the classic PB&J. 34 / 36 Lobster Nachos Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Tara Block Don't worry! They kept the fan-favourite lobster nachos on the menu. 35 / 36 Mini Doughnuts Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Tara Block Thankfully, the only dessert item on the menu happens to be delicious! It's warm doughnuts with raspberry and chocolate dipping sauces. 36 / 36 Food NewsTravel TipsDisneylandTravelPixarDisney