The Jungle Navigation Co., Ltd. Skipper Canteen Soft Opens

The long awaited Jungle Cruise-themed restaurant being built in Adventureland, the Jungle Navigation Co., Ltd. Skipper Canteen, soft opened this afternoon. The new restaurant is expected to officially open on Wednesday December 16, although no official date has been announced by Disney. 

The restaurant is themed to be the skipper's mess hall for the world famous nearby attraction, The Jungle Cruise. Photos are courtesy of Inside the Magic and Touring Plans. Advanced Dining Reservations are currently not being accepted as of yet. Rumors have reservations will begin on Wednesday, right now however walk-ins are being accepted however they are only occasionally being accepted during the test period. 

Here is the story of Skipper Canteen as told by Alberta Falls, granddaughter of Dr. Albert Falls, founder of the Jungle Navigation Company.

Here are some pictures of the detailed surroundings of the Skipper Canteen:

Here is the menu:

Drinks:

Appetizers:

S.E.A. Shu Mai
- A legendary blend of Pork, Shrimp, Mung Beans, and Spices wrapped in Gyoza Skin then steamed $10

Baladi Salad
- Classic Egyptian Salad consisting of a mix of Hearts of Romaine, Green Peppers, Cherry Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Parsley, and Ambasha Bread tossed with Garlic $9

Falls Family Falafel
- A secret recipe of Chick Peas, Garlic, Onions, Lemon Juice, and Herbs served with White Bean Dip and Tomato-Cucumber Salad $8

Amazon Annie’s House-made Arepas 
- A trip down the Amazon with Slow-cooked Beef, Black Beans, Tostones, and Queso Fresco $9.50

Ginger Grog of Hot and Sour Soup
- Flavored with ginger “not the crocodile” garlic, soy sauce, and rice wine vinegar finished with fresh egg, tofu, and wood ear mushrooms $7.50

Sustainable Fish Collar
- Broiled Collar served with a green papaya salad and yurt-soy sauce $11

Entrees:

Rice Noodle Bowl
- Pho Broth served with choice of Chicken, Duck Breast, or Tofu served with Jalapeños and mix of fresh Herbs. Duck $23, Chicken $22, Tofu $20.

Grilled Lamb Chops 
- Seasoned with a North African Berber Style Spice Blend served with green lentils stew $25

A Lot of Steak Salad
- We’re betting it all on this Thai-marinated Flank Steak tossed with Hearts of Romaine, Carrots, Red Peppers, Cucumbers, Red Onions, and Cherry Tomatoes with Asian Dressing $18

Char Shiu Pork
- Marinated Grilled Pork Tenderloin Medallions served with Chinese Broccoli and choice of Five-gran or White Rice $23

Curried Vegetable Crew Stew
- Served with Roasted Acorn Squash, Lentils, and Sautéed Collard Greens $17

Skip’s Mac and Cheese
- A typical Egyptian dish consisting of Spiced Ground Beef, Pasta, Béchamel Sauce, served with Broccoli $19

Trader Sam’s Head-On Shrimp
- Sustainable Local Farm Raised Shrimp tossed in a Chili-Garlic Sauce and served with Chinese Broccoli and choice of Five-grain or White rice $25

Sustainable Fish
- “Not Piranha” served over Chinese Broccoli, Carrots, Shiitake Mushrooms, and Red Bell Peppers in a fragrant Lemon Grass Broth (Market price)

“Tastes Like Chicken Because It Is!”
- Marinated Grilled Chicken Breast served with Stir-fried vegetables, Shiitake Fried Rice, and Hoisin Sauce $23

Dr. Falls’ Signature Grilled Steak
- Strip Loin Asado marinated in Sofrito and served with Yuca Planks, Avocado, and House-made Chimichurri $23

Desserts:

Sugar-crusted Congee Pudding
- Caramelized Custard with Millet, Almonds, Apricot, Dates, and Honey-Almond Tuile $8

Coconut Bar with Pineapple-Basil Compote and Vanilla Cream 
- Vanilla Chiffon Cake with Coconut and Lime–White Chocolate Ganache $8

Bertha’s Banh Bong Lan Cake with Mango Lime Sorbet
- Vanilla Chiffon Cake soaked with Lemon Grass-Ginger syrup $8

Kungaloosh!
- An African-inspired chocolate cake with caramelized banana served with cashew-caramel ice cream topped with coffee dust $8

Kid's Menu: