Theme park fans are always hungry for adventure—but at Universal Epic Universe, the dining lineup might just steal the show. From mouthwatering meals to must-try snacks, Epic Universe is about to dish out some incredible options, and we’re ready to dig in.
The Ultimate Food Countdown for Universal Epic Universe
Epic Universe opens on May 22, 2025, and plans to serve up a delicious selection of dining experiences. From immersive themed restaurants to must-try snacks and grab-and-go bites, there’s something to satisfy every craving.
Get ready for a feast of flavors—here are the most anticipated food and dining options!
#11 | Le Gobelet Noir (The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic)
Le Gobelet Noir is a hidden haven for dark magic witches and wizards within The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic. The menu features a selection of soups, salads, hearty entrées, and decadent desserts.
With its intriguing atmosphere and elevated fare, Le Gobelet Noir promises a one-of-a-kind dining experience for those looking to explore the darker corners of the wizarding world.
Menu Highlights
- Alchemist’s Platter: Smoked sausage, potato and cheese pierogies, and pickled eggs
- Lentil Stew: A hearty stew of lentils, vegan bacon, and root vegetables served with artisan bread
#10 | Pizza Moon (Celestial Park)
Pizza Moon is a quick-service eatery housed in a transformed Victorian theater, offering a stellar selection of gourmet pizzas.
Whether you’re craving something classic and comforting or a cosmic twist on a favorite, Pizza Moon promises an out-of-this-world dining experience.
Menu Highlights
- A Trip to Vesuvio: Fromage de lune, pepperoni, fennel sausage, roasted peppers, and caramelized onions, topped with cherry peppers, Calabrian chili, and fresh arugula with a drizzle of hot honey
- Space Cowboy: Tangy BBQ sauce tender rotisserie chicken, pickled red onions, Castelvetrano olives, and BBQ potato chips
#9 | Toadstool Cafe (SUPER NINTENDO WORLD)
Step into Toadstool Café, where Chef Toad is busy crafting delightful dishes straight from the Mushroom Kingdom. This immersive, fungi-themed eatery brings Super Mario’s world to life with playful décor and digital screens displaying the action inside Chef Toad’s kitchen and the bustling landscape outside.
The menu offers a variety of Mario-inspired dishes, from fresh salads and savory pasta to themed burgers and whimsical desserts, making it a must-visit for gamers and food lovers alike!
Menu Highlights
- Piranha Plant Caprese – Tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, asparagus, and basil pesto over mixed greens with shaved radish and apple vinaigrette
- Luigi’s Burger (Pesto Grilled Chicken) – Grilled chicken with basil pesto, Swiss cheese, green pepper, and spinach on a brioche bun, served with truffle fries
- Bowser’s Fireball Challenge – 1lb. meatball with mozzarella, mushroom marinara, Bowser puff pastry, and hot sauce on the side
#8 | Spit Fyre Grill (How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk)
Complete with views of the Fyre Drill water boat ride, Spit Fyre Grill serves up hearty, flame-seared meals. This dragon-inspired eatery offers a variety of grain and rice bowls, perfect for Vikings of all appetites.
To complement the feast, guests can enjoy Gobber’s Mead, Stoick’s Ale, or a refreshing Strawberry Lime Cider. Whether you’re fueling up for the journey ahead or just enjoying the sights of Berk, Spit Fyre Grill delivers a bold and flavorful dining experience worthy of a Viking feast!
Menu Highlights
- Stoick’s Steak Bowl: Sticky rice, tenderloin steak, roasted balsamic mushrooms, sweet potato hash, Manchego cheese, horseradish sauce
- Astrid’s Shrimp Bowl: Sticky rice, tropical BBQ shrimp, grilled tajin corn, charred broccolini, shaved parmesan, raspberry vinaigrette
- Valka’s Vegan Bowl: Kale spring mix blend, bean salad, pineapple salsa, candy beets, vegan feta, mango & mint vinaigrette
#7 | Mead Hall (How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk)
Towering at 16 feet 7 inches, Mead Hall’s massive faux entrance doors set the stage for an epic Viking feast. Dine like legends with a hearty spread of meats, fish, sandwiches, and decadent desserts. The drink menu features meads, ciders, and ales—perfect for raising a glass to adventure.
With stunning architecture and immersive design, Mead Hall promises to transport you to another time and place, making you feel like a true Viking!
Menu Highlights
- Nordic Harvest Salad: Kale, arugula, red cabbage, ancient grains, blueberries, radishes, apples, trail mix, raspberry walnut vinaigrette
- Thawfest Platter: Wildberry BBQ glazed chicken drumsticks, grilled salmon, sausage links, roasted carrots, Cipollini onions, Nordic fries, side sauces
- Valka’s Vegan Burger: Ancient grains patty with mushrooms and leeks, smoked berry aioli, arugula, pickled cucumbers, pumpernickel kaiser bun, Nordic fries
#6 | The Oak & Star Tavern (Celestial Park)
Gather around the fiery hearth of an ancient, starlit oak tree and savor smoky, mouthwatering barbecue at The Oak & Star Tavern. It’s the perfect spot to enjoy tender brisket, savory ribs, and flame-kissed specialties while soaking in the celestial-inspired surroundings.
Whether you’re sharing a feast under the glowing canopy or unwinding with a craft cocktail or cold beer by the fire, this stellar dining experience promises bold flavors and immersive ambiance.
Menu Highlights
- Brûlée Hawaiian Mango Bread: Mango bread, pineapple, strawberry, whipped cream, toasted coconut
- Oak & Star Sausage, Egg & Cheese Sandwich: Jalapeño cheddar sausage, eggs, cheddar cheese, mayo ketchup, pan sobao bun
- Slow Smoked Brisket: 14-hour smoked brisket, sweet BBQ sauce, homemade pickles on a pan sobao bun
#5 | The Burning Blade Tavern (Dark Universe)
Dare to enter The Burning Blade Tavern, a Dark Universe quick-service eatery inspired by the 1931 Frankenstein film. The iconic windmill outside bursts into flames several times an hour, preceded by Darkmoor’s bell, signaling a monster’s approach and an electrifying preshow.
Feast on burgers, wings, bratwursts, pretzels, and a selection of specialty beverages, all while soaking in the eerie ambiance of Darkmoor’s legendary monster-hunting haven.
Menu Highlights
- Hunter’s Garlic Stake: Cheesy garlic pretzel with garlic dipping sauce
- Burning Cheddar Bites: Crispy fried poppers
- Burning Blade Burger: Beef patty with a spicy tomato jam spread and jalapeño bacon
#4 | The Blue Dragon Pan-Asian Restaurant (Celestial Park)
Step into The Blue Dragon, where Chinese, Japanese, and Thai cuisine come together in an immersive night market setting.
Enjoy signature drinks like the Khaosan Boba, a Thai-inspired milk tea with coffee boba and frothy foam, or the Chengdu Dream, a vibrant baijiu-based cocktail with tropical flavors and an orchid garnish.
With stunning design, bold flavors, and unique drinks, The Blue Dragon is a must-visit dining spot in Celestial Park.
Menu Highlights
- Tonkotsu Ramen: Ramen noodles in pork broth, topped with chashu pork, tare egg, shiitake mushrooms, and togarashi oil
- Smashed Cucumbers: Cucumbers tossed in zesty dragon sauce with fresh cilantro, crunchy peanuts, and a sprinkle of Sichuan dust
- Snowflake Potstickers: Pork potstickers served with dragon sauce
#3 | Das Stakehaus (Dark Universe)
Das Stakehaus puts a playful spin on a vampire’s classic weakness—the stake. Operated by loyal familiars, the restaurant’s gothic decor and striking artwork reimagine vampires as the heroes of their own stories, weaving Darkmoor’s rich history into the dining experience.
Sink your teeth into hearty fare, including kebabs, burgers, sandwiches, and ribs.
Menu Highlights
- Stakes: Meal on a stake with a choice of Fish on a Stake (salmon), Bird on a Stake (chicken), or Bits and Pieces (mushroom brisket meatloaf) served with roasted veggies and charred green onion mashed potatoes
- “Blood” Orange Chicken Sandwich: Flash-fried marinated chicken breast tossed in blood orange sauce served in a black bun with tangy pickles, slaw, and crispy fries
- Our Favorite Vegan Familiar’s Stuffed Cabbage: Impossible meat, cabbage leaves, bell pepper tomato sauce, and beet bucatini
#2 | Café L’air De La Sirène (The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic)
Café L’air De La Sirène, a French-inspired wizarding café, will serve freshly baked goods, sandwiches, plats du jour, and indulgent desserts paired with Butterbeer or a selection of beer, cocktails, and fine French wines.
This elegantly designed quick-service spot is a visual delight, featuring intricate marble carvings and hidden fantastic beasts woven into its tile and mosaic details.
A true showstopper is the towering dessert display, crafted from nearly 2,000 decorative cream puffs—a must-see for anyone with a sweet tooth!
Menu Highlights
- Butterbeer Crêpe: Butterbeer crepe with shortbread cookie butter, Bavarian cream, Butterbeer cream, strawberries, Butterbeer drizzle, and a Butterbeer shortbread cookie
- Quiche Lorraine: Egg custard baked in a flaky pie crust filled with crispy bacon, gruyère cheese, and caramelized onions with mornay sauce and a side of fresh berries topped with a lavender honey drizzle
- Poulet à la Provençal: Roasted half chicken with tomato olive vinaigrette and served with a side of roasted potatoes and haricots verts
#1 | Atlantic (Celestial Park)
Blending elegance with oceanic wonder, Atlantic is an exquisite surf-and-turf dining experience in a Victorian-style aquarium setting. Savor expertly crafted dishes while taking in breathtaking views of Celestial Park’s serene fountains and lush landscapes through the restaurant’s expansive glass windows.
Enhancing its aquatic theme, fish-shaped bio-mechanical lanterns shimmer overhead, creating an enchanting undersea illusion.
For a quick yet sophisticated escape, Aquaria Bar serves a refined selection of cocktails in a stylish, relaxing setting—perfect for unwinding after busy park days.
Menu Highlights
- Sea Bass: Sea Bass with carrot mochi, sugar snap peas, lemongrass broth, starfruit slices
- Romesco Romanesco: Oven-roasted Romanesco, wild mushrooms, and pea tendrils on a bed of fregola and hazelnut romesco
- Landlubber’s Snickerdoodle Loot: Snickerdoodle cake served in a beach pail with cookie butter ganache, surrounded by Biscoff sand and gummy sharks
More Dining Options at Epic Universe
This list focuses on the restaurants we know the most about. But don’t worry, there will be more snack stands, carts, and quick-service spots, perfect for a grab-and-go treat between adventures.
While details are still emerging, here’s what we know about some of these other great dining options so far:
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic
- Bièraubeurre Cart: Parisian twist on Butterbeer, serving cold, frozen, and hot variations, along with Butterbeer ice cream and fudge
- Bar Moonshine: Wizarding sports bar featuring U.S. Quidditch team decor, serving exclusive beers, wines, and magical cocktails in a cozy setting
- K. Rammelle: A whimsical candy shop inspired by Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald, offering a variety of magical confections much like Honeydukes
SUPER NINTENDO WORLD
- Yoshi’s Snack Island: Yoshi’s Island-inspired stand serving fun treats like the Green Shell Calzone and Yoshi’s Smoothie, a refreshing apple-honeydew blend
- Turbo Boost Treats: Grab-and-go snack spot serving quick bites and drinks for racers on the move
- Bubbly Barrel: Likely in Donkey Kong Country, this tropical-themed stand serves refreshing drinks, including the Tropical Banana DK Crush Float
Dark Universe
- De Lacey’s Cottage: Frankenstein-inspired eatery offering cinnamon bites, pretzels, ice cream, and twisted taters
How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk
- Hooligan’s Grog & Gruel: Racing-themed Viking eatery known for its Mac and Cheese Cones—hollowed-out loaves of bread filled with creamy mac and cheese
Celestial Park
- Comet Dogs: Stellar hot dog stand, serving classic and not-so-classic variations
- Frosty Moon: Cooling refreshment stop with delicious ice cream treats
- Celestiki: Tropical-inspired lounge with tiki-style drinks and bites
- Star Sui Bao: Pan-Asian food stand, likely specializing in steamed buns and dumplings
- The Plastered Owl: A whimsical tavern featuring a majestic tree that flows with beer, creating a truly magical drinking experience
- Bar Zenith: Cosmic cocktail bar serving out-of-this-world drinks, including the Meteor Strike, topped with a flaming sugar cube, and the Meridian Bramble, a gin-based blackberry delight
- Meteor Astro Pub: Laid-back pub offering beer, burgers, and cocktails
Universal’s Epic Universe Hotel Dining Options
Three new Universal hotels will enhance the Epic Universe experience, each with several dining options:
Universal Stella Nova Resort (Opened January 21, 2025)
- Cosmos Café & Market: Quick-service spot with American favorites for all meals
- Galaxy Bar & Grill: Poolside dining with burgers, quesadillas, salads, and a full bar
- Nova Bar: Lobby bar specializing in craft cocktails, beer, and wine
- Pizza Delivery: Fresh pizzas delivered straight to your room
Universal Terra Luna Resort (Opening March 25, 2025)
- Omega Café & Market: Three-meal quick-service restaurant with American classics
- Moonrise Bar & Grill: Poolside eats and drinks, including beer, wine, and cocktails
- Luna Bar: Craft cocktail lounge with beer and wine selections
- Pizza Delivery: Convenient in-room pizza service
Helios Grand Hotel (Opening May 22, 2025)
- Flora Taverna: Full-service restaurant featuring a breakfast buffet, Mediterranean dishes, pizza, and gyros
- Aurora Market: Grab-and-go with coffee, paninis, wraps, salads, and gelato
- Lotus Lagoon: Poolside bar and grill with burgers, sandwiches, salads, and cocktails
- Bar Helios: Rooftop lounge with sliders, tapas, gyros, and panoramic views of the park
- Room Service: In-room dining for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or late-night cravings
These three resorts bring a mix of casual, grab-and-go, and upscale dining, ensuring plenty of options for every guest!
Epic Universe Dining: Savor the Flavor
Is your mouth watering just thinking about these epic eats? It should be! With so many delicious dining spots on the way—and even more still under wraps—there’ll be plenty to feast on once Epic Universe opens its doors. Stay tuned as more tasty tidbits roll in, and get ready for your first bite of adventure!
One visit won’t be enough to sample it all, so consider this your official excuse to keep coming back! With endless foodie adventures waiting, the only question is—where will you take your first bite?
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