Best restaurants near Westgate Lakes Resort & Spa
Westgate Lakes Resort & Spa has several on-site dining options within the resort complex, including Drafts Sports Bar & Grill for casual American meals, Sid's Bistro for coffee and ice cream, and Cordovano Joe's (CJ's Pizza) for New York–style pizza with delivery and pickup. Poolside bars and the Treasure Cove food outlets add quick bites and drinks without leaving the property.
In this guide
- Overview of on-site restaurants
- Drafts Sports Bar & Grill — burgers, beer and sports
- Sid's Bistro — coffee, pastries and ice cream
- Cordovano Joe's (CJ's Pizza) — pizza, pastas and in-room delivery
- Poolside bars and Treasure Cove food outlets
- Marketplace & Deli and quick bites
- Practical tips for dining at the resort
Overview of on-site restaurants
Westgate Lakes Resort & Spa offers a range of on-property dining choices that cover everything from coffee and pastries to full meals and poolside cocktails. These venues are located in the Pavilion, Marketplace & Deli and around the resort pools and Treasure Cove Water Park.
Meals are pay-as-you-go; the property is not an all-inclusive resort. In-room delivery and poolside delivery are available from some outlets, and several venues accept reservations or have posted hours that vary by season.
- Drafts Sports Bar & Grill — American sports-bar menu (burgers, steaks, apps) with TVs and reservations accepted
- Sid's Bistro — Starbucks coffee, pastries, smoothies and Hershey’s ice cream
- Cordovano Joe's (CJ's Pizza) — New York–style pizza, pastas and salads; pickup, dine-in, delivery
- Marketplace & Deli — groceries, made-to-order sandwiches and salads
- Poolside bars (Citrus Breeze, Coral Reef, Sunset Key) and Buccaneer Galley Snack Bar at Treasure Cove
| Venue | Typical Service |
|---|---|
| Drafts Sports Bar & Grill | Lunch & Dinner |
| Sid's Bistro | Breakfast, Coffee & Ice Cream |
| Cordovano Joe's (CJ's Pizza) | Lunch & Dinner; in-room delivery |
Drafts Sports Bar & Grill — burgers, beer and sports
Drafts is the resort's full-service sports-bar restaurant serving burgers, sandwiches, steaks, appetizers and a selection of draft and bottled beers. The venue shows HD flat-screen TVs for sports broadcasts and is described as casual in dress.
The restaurant accepts reservations and lists regular lunch and dinner service; hours can change seasonally, so check with the resort concierge or the reservations line if you need a specific time or want to reserve a table.
- Menu focus: American sports-bar fare (burgers, sandwiches, steaks, apps)
- Environment: HD TVs for games, casual dress code
- Reservations: Accepted (call resort reservations or check OpenTable listings for current availability)
| What to expect | Practical tip |
|---|---|
| Casual environment with TVs | Make reservations for evenings or big game days |
| Full lunch and dinner menu | Draft and bottled beers available |
| Family-friendly seating | Casual dress; nothing formal required |
Sid's Bistro — coffee, pastries and ice cream
Sid's Bistro inside the Pavilion provides Starbucks-brand coffee drinks, cappuccinos, espresso, Tazo teas, smoothies, freshly baked pastries and Hershey’s hand-dipped ice cream. It’s the easiest choice for morning coffee runs and afternoon treats.
Hours are posted by the resort and can vary by season; Sid’s is typically open in the morning through early afternoon. If you need specific opening times during your stay, confirm with the front desk.
- Great for quick breakfasts, grab-and-go pastries and coffee
- Also serves Frappuccino-style and Jamba smoothie options
- Good option for families wanting ice cream or a quick snack between activities
| Offer | Typical availability |
|---|---|
| Starbucks coffee and espresso drinks | Morning to early afternoon |
| Pastries and grab-and-go items | Morning |
| Hershey's hand-dipped ice cream | Midday/afternoon |
Cordovano Joe's (CJ's Pizza) — pizza, pastas and in-room delivery
Cordovano Joe's serves New York–style pizza along with Tuscany-inspired pastas and salads. The restaurant offers pickup, dine-in, poolside delivery and in-room delivery to guest villas.
Room-service/in-room delivery featuring Cordovano Joe's and other menu items is listed with evening hours; check the in-room dining menu or ask the concierge for current delivery times and ordering instructions.
- Menu highlights: New York–style pizza, pastas, salads
- Service options: Pickup, dine-in, poolside delivery, in-room delivery
- Useful for families who want meals delivered to Villa, 4 Bedrooms or Room (Resort Select) accommodations
| Service | Notes |
|---|---|
| Pickup and dine-in | Located in Marketplace & Deli / Village Shops area |
| Poolside delivery | Available to select pool areas and Treasure Cove guests |
| In-room delivery | Check in-room menu for current hours |
Poolside bars and Treasure Cove food outlets
Several pool bars — including Citrus Breeze and Coral Reef — serve cocktails, draft beer and light bites from midday into the evening. Rikki Tikki Tiki Bar and Buccaneer Galley Snack Bar provide drinks and quick American grill items at Treasure Cove Water Park.
Poolside venues are convenient when you want to stay on the resort grounds between activities or while supervising children at the pools and water park. Beverage and food hours are posted on the resort’s guest-services pages and can vary by season.
- Citrus Breeze Pool Bar — signature coconut drinks and draft beer; TVs for sports
- Coral Reef Pool Bar — cabana-style cocktails and souvenir options for specialty drinks
- Buccaneer Galley Snack Bar — quick American grill fare at the water park
- Rikki Tikki Tiki Bar — tiki-style drinks beside Treasure Cove (water-park admission required)
| Venue | Typical hours |
|---|---|
| Citrus Breeze Pool Bar | Midday to early evening (hours vary) |
| Coral Reef Pool Bar | Midday to early evening (hours vary) |
| Buccaneer Galley Snack Bar (Treasure Cove) | Water-park hours (check Treasure Cove schedule) |
Marketplace & Deli and quick bites
The Marketplace & Deli is the resort’s onsite grocery and convenience option, selling groceries, snacks, souvenirs and made-to-order sandwiches and salads from a deli counter. It’s useful for families or longer stays who prefer to prepare some meals in-suite.
The village-shop location includes Cordovano Joe's and access to deli service; hours for the Marketplace and its deli counter are posted by the resort and can extend into the evening.
- Groceries and sundries for in-suite preparation
- Made-to-order sandwiches and salads at the deli counter
- Saves time for families who prefer meals in their Villa, 2 Bedrooms or Deluxe Villa, 1 Bedroom
| Service | Typical hours |
|---|---|
| Marketplace (groceries & snacks) | Extended hours (resort posts daily times) |
| Deli counter (sandwiches & salads) | Noon–10:00 p.m. listed on some resort pages |
Practical tips for dining at the resort
Hours for restaurants, pool bars and Treasure Cove outlets can vary seasonally and by day of week. If you need a specific opening time or want to make a reservation, contact the resort front desk or concierge upon arrival or call the resort reservations line.
If you plan to use in-room delivery or bring food back to your unit, remember the property offers a range of accommodations (listed below) that include kitchenettes or full kitchens in many unit types.
- Contact the front desk for current hours and reservation help
- Room-service/in-room delivery hours are posted; evening delivery is commonly available
- Use Marketplace & Deli for groceries if you prefer in-suite meals
| Common room types | Notes |
|---|---|
| Room (Resort Select) | King Bed and Double Sofa Bed; kitchenette options in some units |
| Room, 1 Bedroom | King Bed and Double Sofa Bed |
| Deluxe Villa, 1 Bedroom | King Bed and Double Sofa Bed; full kitchen in villas |
| Studio (Villa) | King Bed and Double Sofa Bed |
| Villa, 2 Bedrooms; Villa, 3 Bedrooms; Villa, 4 Bedrooms | Multi-bedroom villas include full kitchens for self-catering |
