High-End Disney Eatery Accused of Serving Sickly Raw Meat

The Cake Bake Shop at Disney’s BoardWalk was supposed to be the latest “it spot” for Disney dining fans who love a little sparkle with their soufflé. Known for towering cakes, glitter-covered everything, and a décor so Instagrammable it hurts, this place made waves before it even opened. But now? It’s back in the spotlight for all the wrong reasons.

According to a now-viral post from a frustrated Disney guest, the restaurant allegedly served completely raw chickenduring what was meant to be a birthday celebration. And yes — it was already eaten before anyone realized what had happened.

Here’s the tea.

Dinner Disaster: Raw Chicken and a Manager’s Denial

The guest took to Reddit to share their unpleasant experience in excruciating detail. What started as a birthday dinner at Disney’s most aesthetic restaurant ended with fear of food poisoning — and, depending on who you ask, a questionable response from management.

“He was served raw chicken,” the post reads, referring to the guest’s husband. “The scary part is he had already eaten the entire cutlet before we realized it wasn’t cooked through.”

Let that sink in. Not a bite. The entire cutlet — gone — before they discovered the meat was pink and translucent inside.

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According to the guest, the waiter was helpful and brought over a manager, but instead of acknowledging the severity of serving raw poultry, the manager reportedly dismissed it as “just a vein.”

Now, even if that were true — and spoiler alert: it’s not — the guest claims there was clearly uncooked meat around that “vein,” with visible pink and translucent patches. Not a great look for a restaurant charging premium prices in the heart of Disney.

“I do a whole lot of cooking and there’s definitely some CLEARLY transparent meat… and lots of pink.”

The restaurant comped the meal — which, frankly, should be the absolute minimum in a situation like this — but the damage was already done. The guest shared that they spent the rest of the night, and even the days following, stressed out about potential food poisoning, especially since one of them is immunocompromised.

Raw Chicken… At These Prices?

Let’s talk about those prices, because that’s a big part of the conversation.

When Cake Bake Shop’s menu was first posted at Disney’s BoardWalk, fans were stunned. Cake slices were listed as high as $26, pie slices were over $20, and even simple breakfast items like croissants were hitting double digits. Think: $12 for a pastry, $10 for a cappuccino, and $23 for an egg sandwich.

The backlash came fast. Between Disney fans on social media and blog coverage, it became clear: this was one of the priciest quick-service-style menus in all of Walt Disney World.

Eventually, some price adjustments were made. Croissants dropped from $12 to around $6. Cake slices settled at a still-eye-watering $22.99. But even with the tweaks, the Cake Bake Shop didn’t exactly become a bargain.

So when someone pays those kinds of prices and gets undercooked chicken in return? It’s no wonder the backlash has re-ignited.

This isn’t just a food safety issue — it’s a brand issue. The Cake Bake Shop markets itself as a high-end dessert experience. The aesthetic is elevated, the prices are premium, and guests are led to expect quality and sophistication. So how does raw poultry leave the kitchen?

Not the First Controversy

To be fair, this isn’t the first time Cake Bake Shop has made headlines in Disney circles — but it might be the most serious. When the menus first appeared, the internet exploded with hot takes. Some loved the vibe and were ready to splurge. Others felt like the pricing was out of step with what the average Disney guest expects.

And let’s not forget: the restaurant isn’t even owned by Disney. It’s operated independently, leasing space on the BoardWalk. That nuance might not matter much to the average guest — but it does raise questions about oversight and quality control.

If a Disney-operated restaurant had a food safety issue like this, the response might be more formal or immediate. – No statement. No comment. Just an increasingly viral Reddit thread and a growing number of concerned guests sharing their own skepticism.

So… Should You Still Go?

Look, one bad experience doesn’t define a restaurant. But when the experience involves raw chicken, an immunocompromised guest, and a dismissive response, it’s not something to brush off.

To be clear: this isn’t a case of “my steak was overdone” or “the service was slow.” This is a serious health risk. For a restaurant charging fine-dining prices, this is exactly the kind of mistake that erodes guest trust — and fast.

On top of that, the guest said the food wasn’t even that impressive to begin with.

“Even if the chicken was cooked… the food was pretty darn bland and your money could be spent somewhere better.”

Oof. Not exactly a glowing endorsement for a meal that costs as much as dinner at Cinderella’s Royal Table.

When Style Isn’t Enough

The Cake Bake Shop is undeniably beautiful. The cakes are stunning, the setting is gorgeous, and the whole vibe screams elegant indulgence. But at the end of the day, food safety has to come first — and based on this experience, that’s where things fell apart.

There’s still a market for upscale dining at Disney. But when you’re charging $20+ for dessert, guests expect more than good lighting and pretty plates. They expect delicious, safe, well-executed food.

Until this situation is addressed — or at least acknowledged — guests might think twice before booking a table. Because as magical as Disney is, no one wants to spend their vacation wondering if they’re going to get sick from their birthday dinner.