Disney's Steakhouse 71 Closes Abruptly Amid Pest Rumors

Steakhouse 71, a popular restaurant at Walt Disney World's Contemporary Resort, closed unexpectedly on September 6. Guests who had reservations were notified that their bookings had been canceled, in some cases while they were already driving to the resort.

The closure was attributed to unplanned maintenance by Disney, but rumors began circulating on Reddit about potential pest issues. A user claimed that crews replacing the carpet found bed bugs, other insects, and mold underneath, and that management installed new carpet instead of fumigating.

Another guest reported finding an insect in their food, but it's unclear what type of insect it was or if it was actually a pest issue. Disney has not publicly commented on the claims.

The incident sparked panic among guests, with some canceling their reservations and others expressing skepticism about the severity of the situation. While one guest received a $100 gift card as compensation, no official explanation has been provided by Disney.