The original Ghirardelli Soda Fountain & Chocolate Shop at Disney Springs remains closed for a major refurbishment, but guests can still find Ghirardelli through a temporary Town Center location.
The refurbishment has been underway since July. Recent reporting shows exterior paneling removed in multiple areas, with portions of the building opened down to framing and insulation. The work is visible, but it does not change the most useful guest fact: the original location is closed, while the temporary alternative remains available.
Key details
- Original location: closed for refurbishment.
- Temporary Ghirardelli location: open in Town Center.
- Expected reopening: Spring 2027, according to the source report.
- Planned project outcomes include indoor seating and reduced wait times.
The original shop has operated at Disney Springs since 1996. The reported project scope includes indoor seating and changes intended to improve guest flow, although specific design plans and a firm reopening date have not been announced.
What this means for current trips
Guests looking for Ghirardelli treats should not assume the usual storefront is operating. Allow a few extra minutes to locate the temporary Town Center site, especially if it is a planned dessert stop between shopping or dining reservations.
The Spring 2027 timing should be treated as an expectation, not a confirmed reopening day. There is no announced date to place on a calendar yet.
