A New Flavor Profile Hits Disney Springs
Disney Springs has long been a powerhouse for dining, offering everything from high-end table service to some of the best quick-service spots on property. One location that consistently draws a crowd is Guy Fieri’s Chicken Guy! Known for its signature tenders and an overwhelming array of sauces, the restaurant has just expanded its menu with two limited-time items that lean heavily into Southern comfort flavors.
The Southern Smokehouse Crunch
The first addition is the Southern Smokehouse Crunch, priced at $9.99. This isn’t just your standard chicken sandwich. It features the restaurant’s signature crispy fried tenders but elevates the experience with a combination of thick bacon, melted cheddar cheese, and a creamy pimento cheese spread. To round out the flavor profile, it’s finished with a honey BBQ drizzle and pickles.
What makes this sandwich stand out is the texture. The pimento cheese provides a smooth, slightly tangy kick that balances the crunch of the tenders and the crispness of the pickles. It’s a heavy, satisfying option for guests who want something more substantial than a standard order of tenders. For the price, it remains one of the more affordable gourmet sandwich options currently available in the springs. The addition of pimento cheese is a specifically southern touch that sets it apart from the more traditional BBQ sandwiches on the menu.
The Apple Pie Crumble Shake
To complement the savory smokehouse flavors, Chicken Guy! has also introduced the Apple Pie Crumble Shake for $7.99. This dessert is built on a base of vanilla soft serve blended with cinnamon-sugar apples and an oatmeal cookie crumble. A swirl of caramel is added to tie the flavors together.
Unlike some of the over-the-top shakes found at other Disney Springs locations, this one focuses on traditional, cohesive flavors. The consistency is smooth enough to enjoy through a straw without the struggle often associated with thicker shakes. The oatmeal cookie adds a necessary crunch, making it feel more like a liquid dessert than just a drink. It’s effectively a mashup between a classic apple pie and a caramel apple, making it a perfect seasonal treat for the Florida heat. For those looking to maximize their budget, this shake offers a dessert experience that’s significantly cheaper than many of the sit-down dessert options in the area.
Expert Planning Tips
If you’re planning to try these items, keep a few things in mind. Chicken Guy! is famously popular and often has a line that winds outside the building. However, the service is generally fast. These two items are listed as limited-time offerings, which typically means they’ll be available for a few weeks to a couple of months depending on demand. If you’re looking for a full meal that feels unique without hitting the $25 per person mark, combining this sandwich and shake is a smart move.
Don’t forget that Chicken Guy! also offers over 20 different sauces. While the Southern Smokehouse Crunch comes with honey BBQ, you can always ask for extra sides of sauce to experiment with different flavor profiles for your tenders. If you aren’t in the mood for a sandwich, the restaurant also recently added an Asian Crunch Wrap for $7.99, featuring grilled chicken and citrus miso sauce, which provides a lighter alternative to the smokehouse sandwich.
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