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PHOTOS: New Outdoor Bar Arrives at Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’s Shine Bar & Social at Disney Springs

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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It’s about to get even easier to get a drink at Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ at Disney Springs. A new outdoor bar has been added to the restaurant’s Shine Bar & Social area, reportedly added last night. Guests can get their favorite drinks to go from this location. This replaces the previous outdoor bar, which … Read more

PHOTOS: New Neon Sign Debuts at Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’s “Shine Bar & Social” at Disney Springs

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Kayla S

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Disney Springs officially reopened to the public on May 20th, and continued opening in phases over time. One restaurant that had a delayed reopening is Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’, which reopened on June 17 with a brand-new outdoor bar called Shine Bar & Social. Originally, this new outdoor bar had temporary signage identifying it as … Read more

PHOTOS: New 32 Ounce Jug of Take-Home Moonshine is Now Available from Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ at Disney Springs

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Alicia

Growing up a native Floridian, I've been visiting the parks since I was three months old. I love all things Winnie the Pooh, Hidden Mickey hunting, and dole whips. Questions or comments? Email me at alicia@wdwnt.com or find me on Instagram @aliciaj_13

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One thing that Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ is known for is the on-tap moonshine, and now the restaurant has come up with an even easier way for Guests to enjoy with a 32-ounce jug of take home moonshine. Yes, you read that correctly, you can take home a jug of moonshine. Coming in a 32oz … Read more

PHOTOS: New “Shine Bar + Social” Sign Installed Ahead of Grand Opening at Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ in Disney Springs

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Jilly Hite

Jilly, a native New Yorker has been visiting the parks since before the tender age of 1 and is happy to finally call Orlando her home. When she's not on Sunset Boulevard professing her love to Evie Starlight you can probably find her in line for Popcorn. The only thing she loves more than the mouse himself is her pup, Macoco. You can contact her at: Jilly@mail.hkdrnt.com Instagram: @itsajillyholiday

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A few days ago, Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ posted on their official Instagram that the eatery would be reopening on June 17. Well, today is the day, and with that comes a brand-new sign welcoming guests to the restaurant’s all-new patio bar. The “Shine Bar + Social” patio bar was brought to light on the … Read more

Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ at Disney Springs Releases Limited Reopening Menu

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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When Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ reopens at Disney Springs on Wednesday, June 17th, the restaurant will welcome guests back with a temporarily limited menu. Luckily, the menu, posted on the restaurant’s website, retains many of its signature dishes, including their classic fried chicken and delicious Hummingbird Cake. As we previously reported, another favorite, the Jasper … Read more

Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ in Disney Springs Reopening on June 17 with All-New Patio Bar

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Jilly Hite

Jilly, a native New Yorker has been visiting the parks since before the tender age of 1 and is happy to finally call Orlando her home. When she's not on Sunset Boulevard professing her love to Evie Starlight you can probably find her in line for Popcorn. The only thing she loves more than the mouse himself is her pup, Macoco. You can contact her at: Jilly@mail.hkdrnt.com Instagram: @itsajillyholiday

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Get ready to reunite with some fried chicken, because Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ is fixin’ to reopen on June 17th! Early this morning on Instagram, Chef Art posted a short “Welcome Home” video to all his patrons announcing that the southern-style eatery will be reopening its doors at Disney Springs, this coming Wednesday. As a … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Disney Springs 5/29/20 (Restaurant and Retail Reopenings, New Masks and Merchandise, Crowd Levels, and More)

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Kevin Lake

Kevin is a native Floridian and has lived in the Orlando area his entire life. In addition to visiting Walt Disney World since childhood, he's been to 10 of the 12 Disney parks around the world. You can contact Kevin at KevinL@WDWNT.com.

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Welcome to another exciting day at Disney Springs! It’s day 3 with World of Disney and other Disney-owned outlets open, and day 10 for Disney Springs as a whole (not that we’re counting). We’ve got a handful of new restaurant and retail openings, as well as some new merchandise, to cover. Let’s head on in! … Read more

PHOTOS: Construction Walls Erected for New “Shine Bar + Social” Patio Bar at Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ in Disney Springs; Concept Art Revealed

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Madeleine

Madeleine writes from somewhere near Manchester, England. You can say hey by emailing madeleine@mail.hkdrnt.com or find me on Instagram @lily_mads30

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Disney Springs has reopened its gates to the public today, and we have been enjoying getting a good look at all the developments which have been progressing since the district’s closure over these past few weeks. One exciting new addition to the drinking and dining scene at Disney Springs which we came across is this … Read more

REVIEW: New Rise and Shine Southern Brunch at Disney Springs’ Homecomin’ Leaves a Lot to Be Desired

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Topher Wallace

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Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ is a table service restaurant at Disney Springs. This location is known for their southern charm, comfort food, and moonshine. Originally opening in 2016, the menu held a lot of promises. Unfortunately it took the kitchen several months to get their groove going and churn out really spectacular dishes, the first … Read more

Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ at Disney Springs Offering Sunday Brunch

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Topher Wallace

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The popular southern charm restaurant at Disney Springs, Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’, is hopping on the brunch bandwagon. Brunch will be served every Sunday morning, starting bright and early at 10 am, beginning in just a few weeks. The brunch menu includes southern-inspired dishes such as fried chicken and house-made doughnuts, open-faced biscuits piled with … Read more