There are lots of things to do on Disney World property, but sometimes you might find yourself looking for a hotel, convenience store, restaurant, or something else near Disney World, but off property. That’s where the Flamingo Crossings shopping center can come in.
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Disney has been working on the planning of the Flamingo Crossings shopping center for quite some time now. The shopping center is located just a few minutes from Disney World property and is already home to some hotels and a new housing area for Disney’s College Program participants. It is also set to feature restaurants, shops, and more that Disney guests can enjoy within a close distance from the parks. Now, more retailers have been announced for this space!
According to the Orlando Business Journal, Disney recently announced 8 additional restaurants and stores that will be tenants at the Flamingo Crossings shopping center. The new tenants are:
- Encore Nails
- Hash House a Go Go
- Lime Fresh Mexican Grill
- Nick Filet
- Ovation Bistro & Bar
- Pita Mediterranean Street Food
- Starbucks
- Simply Capri
Flamingo Crossings Town Center Concept Art ©The Walt Disney Co. | Obtained via BizJournals
Wondering what other restaurants and stores you’ll find here? Some of the other tenants that have been announced for Flamingo Crossings include Wendy’s, Five Below, Domino’s, Ellie Lou’s Brews & BBQ, Firehouse Subs, Persimmon Hollow Brewing Co., Pieology Pizzeria, Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ, UPS store. The Orlando Business Journal notes that other tenants include 7-Eleven, Ben & Jerry’s, Bento Asian Kitchen + Sushi, Dunkin’, Five Guys, PDQ, Target, and Walgreens.
Previously, Disney also announced that as part of their partnership with AdventHealth, a new emergency department will also be built at the town center. This emergency room is set to open in 2022.
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Disney also recently opened the Flamingo Crossings Village, which serves as housing for several Disney Cast Members, including specifically participants in the Disney College Program.
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If you’re curious where the Flamingo Crossings area is, here’s a look at a view on GoogleMaps showing Disney’s Animal Kingdom in the lower right corner, and the SpringHill Suites Orlando at Flamingo Crossings in the upper left corner.
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While a few of the spots in the Flamingo Crossings area are open, much of this area is still under development. We’ll keep an eye out for more updates and let you know what we find.
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