The Golden Horseshoe becomes Tiana's Place

New Orleans Square also benefits from the Adventureland/Frontierland expansion. Ne Orlean's takes over Riverbell Terrace (with no changes) and The Golden Horseshoe. This was not an easy change. Guests and employees alike, relentlessly tried to keep The Golden Horseshoe as-is. But in the end the decision was made to rename and re theme the restaurant. Due to the popularity of Disneylands Madi Gras celebrations along side Princess and the Frog meet and greets, The Golden Horseshoe has become Tiana's Place. On the surface there is not much change, new color scheme on the inside, a new menu, and new entertainment. The Stage Door cafe was closed, and Tiana's adopted their menu along side some of the other menus from New Orlean's Square. In another controversial move, The Mint Julep bar was also moved inside of Tiana's. This expands New Orleans' foot print to span across the River's of America from the Haunted Mansion to Tiana's. The signs out front boast, everyday is Mardi Gras at Tiana's. Those opposed to over character saturation in the park we'll be happy to know, besides the name, no characters of Princess and the Frog are represented here in the restaurant. In typical Disney fashion though, there are some hidden mickeys (or hidden frogs) inside. The characters do make an appearance in a Mardi Gras stage show celebration twice a day. There is also a meet and greet location set up in the old Stage Door Cafe location. Other entertainment includes Can Can dancers and a New Orleans Jazz Band.

The Mardi Gras Stage Show Celebration