Overview
- A small kitchen fire at Bourbon Steak started Thursday evening, June 25, 2026, prompting a precautionary evacuation of the lobby and some guest room floors.
- Orange County Fire Rescue crews quickly extinguished the blaze and resort spokespeople confirmed there were no injuries and no damage to the hotel building.
- Photos and videos showing heavy smoke circulated widely on social media because the restaurant’s ventilation system pushed smoke outside, a resort official told WKMG/ClickOrlando.
- Bourbon Steak is closed until further notice while its kitchen is inspected and repaired, and guests with upcoming reservations have been asked to contact the Swan and Dolphin for updates.
- The Walt Disney World Dolphin remains open and operational, and the property is owned by Tishman Realty and MetLife and managed by Marriott, leaving other on-site dining options available for guests.