{"id":38087,"date":"2025-09-18T06:00:27","date_gmt":"2025-09-18T10:00:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/?page_id=38087"},"modified":"2026-03-07T17:25:09","modified_gmt":"2026-03-07T21:25:09","slug":"chef-art-smiths-homecomin-at-disney-springs","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-worlds-disney-springs\/chef-art-smiths-homecomin-at-disney-springs\/","title":{"rendered":"Chef Art Smith\u2019s Homecomin\u2019 at Disney Springs"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"entry-meta\"><time class=\"entry-time\">18 September 2025<\/time> by <span class=\"entry-author\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/steve-bell-founder-and-editor-in-chief-military-disney-tips\/\" class=\"entry-author-link\" rel=\"author\"><span class=\"entry-author-name\">Steve Bell<\/span><\/a><\/span> <span class=\"entry-comments-link\"><a 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Florida twist\u2014served by family-friendly favorite Chef Art Smith.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-worlds-disney-springs\/chef-art-smiths-homecomin-at-disney-springs\/#Location\" >Location<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-worlds-disney-springs\/chef-art-smiths-homecomin-at-disney-springs\/#Ambiance\" >Ambiance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-worlds-disney-springs\/chef-art-smiths-homecomin-at-disney-springs\/#Menu\" >Menu<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-worlds-disney-springs\/chef-art-smiths-homecomin-at-disney-springs\/#Chef_Art_Smith_%E2%80%93_Why_He_Matters\" >Chef Art Smith \u2013 Why He Matters<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-worlds-disney-springs\/chef-art-smiths-homecomin-at-disney-springs\/#Reservations_Intel\" >Reservations Intel<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-worlds-disney-springs\/chef-art-smiths-homecomin-at-disney-springs\/#Wrap-Up_Final_Thoughts\" >Wrap-Up \/ Final Thoughts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Southern_comfort_food_with_a_Florida_twist%E2%80%94served_by_family-friendly_favorite_Chef_Art_Smith\"><\/span>Southern comfort food with a Florida twist\u2014served by family-friendly favorite Chef Art Smith.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Let me tell you about my family\u2019s favorite dining location in Walt Disney World\u2019s Disney Springs<a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-worlds-disney-springs\/\">.<\/a> Believe me, you will not be sorry if you try Chef Art Smith\u2019s Homecoming!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chef-Art-Smith-Homecomin.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-38149\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chef-Art-Smith-Homecomin.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chef-Art-Smith-Homecomin.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chef-Art-Smith-Homecomin-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chef-Art-Smith-Homecomin-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Location\"><\/span>Location<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Chef Art Smith\u2019s Homecomin\u2019 sits in <strong>The Landing<\/strong> area of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-worlds-disney-springs\/\">Disney Springs<\/a>, right along the scenic springs. You\u2019ll spot the welcoming porch-style entrance instantly\u2014handy if you\u2019re strolling from the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world\/disney-springs-high-tech-parking-garage-at-walt-disney-world\/\">Lime Garage<\/a> or the Disney Resort bus drop-off. This spot is a consistent favorite for our family and a <strong>must-do meal stop every visit<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ambiance\"><\/span>Ambiance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chef-Art-Smith-Homecomin-Dining-Room-and-Bar.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-38143\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chef-Art-Smith-Homecomin-Dining-Room-and-Bar.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"474\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chef-Art-Smith-Homecomin-Dining-Room-and-Bar.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chef-Art-Smith-Homecomin-Dining-Room-and-Bar-300x178.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chef-Art-Smith-Homecomin-Dining-Room-and-Bar-768x455.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Walking into Homecomin\u2019 feels like coming to a Southern farmhouse\u2014reclaimed wood, warm lighting, cozy porches, and an open kitchen humming with energy.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chef-Art-Smith-Homecomin-Spring-View.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-38147\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chef-Art-Smith-Homecomin-Spring-View.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"524\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chef-Art-Smith-Homecomin-Spring-View.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chef-Art-Smith-Homecomin-Spring-View-300x197.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chef-Art-Smith-Homecomin-Spring-View-768x503.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>There is a large indoor bar and the very popular outdoor \u201cShine Bar\u201d patio is especially special for enjoying a cool drink on a warm Florida evening, with a soft breeze and the gently bubbling springs as the backdrop.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chef-Art-Smith-Homecomin-Shine-Bar.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-38146\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chef-Art-Smith-Homecomin-Shine-Bar.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chef-Art-Smith-Homecomin-Shine-Bar.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chef-Art-Smith-Homecomin-Shine-Bar-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chef-Art-Smith-Homecomin-Shine-Bar-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Menu\"><\/span>Menu<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chef-Art-Smith-Homecomin-Chicken.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-38140\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chef-Art-Smith-Homecomin-Chicken.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chef-Art-Smith-Homecomin-Chicken.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chef-Art-Smith-Homecomin-Chicken-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chef-Art-Smith-Homecomin-Chicken-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>This place serves up pure Southern comfort with Florida flair. Our table favorites include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b> Country Fried Steak &#8211; <\/b>Perfectly seasoned, battered then fried and topped with sawmill gravy.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fried Chicken<\/strong> \u2014 crispy, juicy, and everything comfort food should be.<\/li>\n<li>The very popular\u00a0<strong>Kitchen Plate<\/strong>, a sampling of your choice of 3 entrees<\/li>\n<li><strong>Church Lady Deviled Eggs<\/strong>, hushpuppies, mac &amp; cheese, cheddar drop biscuits \u2014 great to share.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sweet finishes<\/strong> \u2014 like the legendary Shine Cake soaked in moonshine and the ever-delicious Hummingbird Cake.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Drinks<\/strong> \u2014 craft cocktails, local beers, and standout sips like the <strong>Florida Crush<\/strong> (my personal favorite), a refreshing, fruity, and perfect-for-Disney-day-release libation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chef-Art-Smith-Homecomin-Fried-Chicken.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-38144\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chef-Art-Smith-Homecomin-Fried-Chicken.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chef-Art-Smith-Homecomin-Fried-Chicken.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chef-Art-Smith-Homecomin-Fried-Chicken-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chef-Art-Smith-Homecomin-Fried-Chicken-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chef_Art_Smith_%E2%80%93_Why_He_Matters\"><\/span>Chef Art Smith \u2013 Why He Matters<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chef-Art-Smith-Homecomin-Church-Lady-Deviled-Eggs.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-38141\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chef-Art-Smith-Homecomin-Church-Lady-Deviled-Eggs.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chef-Art-Smith-Homecomin-Church-Lady-Deviled-Eggs.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chef-Art-Smith-Homecomin-Church-Lady-Deviled-Eggs-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chef-Art-Smith-Homecomin-Church-Lady-Deviled-Eggs-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Chef Art Smith isn\u2019t just any celebrity chef\u2014he\u2019s Florida-born and deeply connected to the state\u2019s culinary roots. Before becoming Oprah\u2019s personal chef, he served as <strong>executive chef in the Florida Governor\u2019s Mansion<\/strong> under Bob Graham and Jeb Bush. His menu at Homecomin\u2019 reflects local Florida agriculture, family traditions, and his philosophy that food brings people together.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reservations_Intel\"><\/span>Reservations Intel<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_38148\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chef-Art-Smith-Homecomin-the-Florida-Crush.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-38148\" class=\"size-full wp-image-38148\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chef-Art-Smith-Homecomin-the-Florida-Crush.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chef-Art-Smith-Homecomin-the-Florida-Crush.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chef-Art-Smith-Homecomin-the-Florida-Crush-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chef-Art-Smith-Homecomin-the-Florida-Crush-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-38148\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Famous Florida Crush<\/p><\/div>\n<p>This spot books fast\u2014especially for dinner and weekends. Reservations open <strong>60 days out<\/strong> and tend to fill quickly. If you can\u2019t get a table right away, check for openings regularly, or grab a seat at the Shine Bar patio as a fallback.<\/p>\n<p>See my <a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-tips\/ultimate-guide-to-disney-reservations-walt-disney-world-disneyland\/\">Ultimate Guide to Disney Dining Reservations<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wrap-Up_Final_Thoughts\"><\/span>Wrap-Up \/ Final Thoughts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chef-Art-Smith-Homecomin-Ribs.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-38145\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chef-Art-Smith-Homecomin-Ribs.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chef-Art-Smith-Homecomin-Ribs.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chef-Art-Smith-Homecomin-Ribs-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Chef-Art-Smith-Homecomin-Ribs-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Chef Art Smith\u2019s Homecomin\u2019 is more than a meal; it\u2019s a <strong>homecoming experience<\/strong>. With soulful food, a warm, welcoming vibe, and that unbeatable <strong>Florida Crush<\/strong> in hand, it\u2019s no surprise it\u2019s our family\u2019s go-to dinner spot in Disney Springs every trip.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Have you tried Homecomin\u2019? What\u2019s your favorite dish or drink? Share below\u2014we\u2019re always eager to compare comfort-food notes!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<div id=\"milit-490945971\" class=\"milit-after-content milit-entity-placement\"><br>\r\n<div align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.paypal.com\/ncp\/payment\/4V6YWP2M2DNAU\">Send Steve a Tip<\/a><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>by Southern comfort food with a Florida twist\u2014served by family-friendly favorite Chef Art Smith. Let me tell you about my family\u2019s favorite dining location in Walt Disney World\u2019s Disney Springs. Believe me, you will not be sorry if you try Chef Art Smith\u2019s Homecoming! 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