Hollywood Studios Signature Dining

Step inside The Hollywood Brown Derby and you're transported to the glamorous Hollywood of the 1930s. Rich mahogany furnishings, towering potted palms, ruby-red banquettes, crisp white tablecloths, and Art Deco lighting recreate the atmosphere of the legendary Hollywood restaurant. 

The food can occasionally be hit or miss, but when the kitchen gets it right, the Brown Derby delivers the best dining in the park. Start with a glass of champagne and perhaps a cheese and charcuterie board before moving on to one of the restaurant's beautifully prepared seafood dishes. I've particularly enjoyed the salmon preparations here, although the menu changes. And, of course, there's the famous Cobb salad, a Brown Derby tradition featuring finely chopped ingredients tossed with its signature dressing.

Whatever you order, save room for the legendary grapefruit cake. With layers of moist grapefruit-infused cake, tangy filling, and cream cheese frosting, it's refreshingly different from the usual overly sweet restaurant dessert. I wouldn't consider a visit complete without it.

Cara’s Tip: You don't necessarily need a full sit-down meal to enjoy a little Brown Derby atmosphere. The Hollywood Brown Derby Lounge offers outdoor patio seating, cocktails, wines, and a selection of small plates. It's a lovely spot to take a break from the park with a drink and something to nibble on.

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• The Hollywood Brown Derby - Lunch and Dinner Menu