Universal’s newest theme park, Epic Universe, opened in May and is already a must-visit for theme park lovers and foodies alike. With five immersive realms, the park serves up unforgettable rides, entertainment, and an impressive array of culinary delights. From sweet treats and savory snacks to must-try meals and refreshing drinks, Epic Universe’s food offerings are as innovative as its attractions. Let’s step through each portal to discover the best dessert, snack, meal, drink, and overall top food pick you won’t want to miss.
Food in Epic Universe’s Celestial Park
Top Dessert: Landlubber’s Snickerdoodle Loot | Atlantic
A whimsical beach-pail delight with snickerdoodle cake, rich cookie butter ganache, and Biscoff “sand,” topped with a gummy shark, chocolate starfish, and crab cookie.
Top Snack: Snowflake Potstickers | The Blue Dragon Pan-Asian Restaurant
Delicate, lacy-crusted pork potstickers, pan-seared to crispy perfection and served with a smoky-spicy dragon sauce.
Top Meal: Oak & Star BBQ Platter | The Oak & Star Tavern
Choose your favorite smoked meat (brisket, ribs, pulled pork, chicken, or sausage) alongside comforting sides like mac & cheese and braised greens for a hearty, crowd-pleasing feast.
Top Drink: Chengdu Dream | The Blue Dragon Pan-Asian Restaurant
A vibrant, tropically-tinged cocktail blending Ming River Sichuan Baijiu, DeKuyper blue curaçao, BG Reynolds Falernum, white grapefruit juice, and pineapple juice.
Top Pick: Oak & Star BBQ Platter with Mango Bread | The Oak & Star Tavern
The perfect savory-sweet duo that’s drawing all the buzz, blending smoky BBQ with tangy softness in every bite.
Dark Universe Dining
Top Dessert: Labotocotta | Das Stakehaus
A Greek yogurt vanilla panna cotta shaped like a brain, drizzled with raspberry sauce for an eerie (and surprisingly light) finale.
Top Snack: Burning Cheddar Bites | The Burning Blade Tavern
Crispy jalapeño-pimento cheddar poppers served with sriracha ranch, perfect for sharing with your monster-hunting crew.
Top Meal: Carved Staked Steak | Das Stakehaus
Juicy strip steak with charred green onion mashed potatoes, roasted baby carrots, acorn squash, crispy maitake mushrooms, and a deep, rich “bloody” jus.
Top Drink: Pure of Heart | The Burning Blade Tavern
A beautiful, deep-purple cocktail with whiskey, violet liqueur, crème de cassis, lime and pineapple juices, honey syrup, and blackberry essence—finished with a splash of ginger beer.
Top Pick: Labotocotta | Das Stakehaus
Deliciously unsettling and one of the most photographed desserts in Epic Universe.
What to Eat in How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk
Top Dessert: Stormfly’s Catch of the Day | Mead Hall
A whimsical chocolate mousse shaped like a fish, served on a bed of crunchy cereal crumble.
Top Snack: PB&J Mac & Cheese Cone | Hooligan’s Grog & Gruel
Creamy mac & cheese in a crunchy, everything-bagel–seasoned cone, topped with BBQ harissa pulled pork, maple bacon, and jam for a sweet-and-savory punch. The other varieties—like the classic Goldfish-topped cone and the spicy Dragon Fire Chicken Spire—are just as irresistible.
Top Meal: Stoick’s Steak Bowl | Spit Fyre Grill
Tenderloin steak served with sticky rice, sweet potato hash, roasted mushrooms, Manchego, and horseradish sauce. The chicken, shrimp, salmon, and vegan bowls are also excellent choices.
Top Drink: Yaknog | Mead Hall
A malted chocolate and cinnamon drink topped with whipped cream, rich and cozy enough to double as dessert.
Top Pick: PB&J Mac & Cheese Cone | Hooligan’s Grog & Gruel
A bold, photo-worthy bite that perfectly blends comfort food with unexpected flavor.
Food in Epic Universe’s SUPER NINTENDO WORLD
Top Dessert: Princess Peach’s Birthday Cake | Toadstool Cafe
A fluffy yellow cake crowned with whipped cream, fresh strawberries, raspberries, and apples—topped off with star-shaped chocolates, a cookie, and a signature Princess Peach cookie for the perfect royal treat.
Top Snack: Red Shell Calzone | Yoshi’s Snack Island
A handheld, mushroom-shaped calzone stuffed with cheese and Italian meat sauce; fun to look at and satisfying to eat.
Top Meal: Mario Burger | Toadstool Cafe
A juicy burger with bacon, mushrooms, lettuce, tomato, and cheese, topped with Thousand Island dressing, served with truffle fries in a red Mario-branded wrapper.
Top Drink: DK Crush Float | The Bubbly Barrel
Banana-pineapple soft serve in pineapple soda, topped with caramel popcorn and toffee bits, served in a waffle bowl or souvenir Donkey Kong mug.
Top Pick: DK Crush Float | The Bubbly Barrel
Eye-catching, over-the-top, and packed with tropical sweetness, this is the sip everyone’s talking about.
Epic Universe Food Found in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic
Top Dessert: Bièraubeurre Crêpe | Café L’air De La Sirène
A decadent crêpe filled with shortbread cookie butter, Bavarian cream, and Butterbeer cream, topped with strawberries, a drizzle of Butterbeer sauce, and a shortbread cookie.
Top Snack: Baklava | Le Goblet Noir
Technically a dessert, this crispy pastry doubles as a quick and satisfying snack between rides and shows.
Top Meal: Poulet à la Provençale | Café L’air De La Sirène
Roasted chicken with tomato-olive vinaigrette, roasted potatoes, and haricots verts.
Top Drink: Classic Butterbeer | Various Locations
Served cold or frozen, this sweet butterscotch-caramel beverage is a must-have for Harry Potter fans.
Top Pick: Bièraubeurre Crêpe | Café L’air De La Sirène
The ultimate whimsical-meets-indulgent dessert in the Ministry of Magic.
Your Epic Eating Game Plan
Epic Universe has truly raised the bar when it comes to theme park dining—you can’t go wrong no matter where you eat in the park. Whether it’s sweet crêpes, hearty Viking feasts, or playful Nintendo-inspired bites, every corner offers something worth savoring.
Bonus Bites
- Pizza Lunare | Pizza Moon – Roasted garlic béchamel, fromage de lune, ricotta, pancetta, garlic confit, and a striking purple celestial ube crust.
- Hunter’s Garlic Stake | The Burning Blade Tavern – Crispy garlic butter pretzel served with garlic dipping sauce.
- Quiche Lorraine | Café L’air De La Sirène – Egg custard, bacon, caramelized onions, flaky pie crust, and Mornay sauce.
- Warm Hearted Cinnamon Bites | De Lacey’s Cottage – Warm cinnamon sugar donut bites with cream cheese icing and streusel.
- Thawfest Platter | Mead Hall – Wild berry BBQ glazed chicken drumsticks, grilled salmon, sausage links, roasted carrots, Cipollini onions, Nordic fries, and side sauces.
- Baked Oysters Valentina | Atlantic – Spinach purée, gruyère cheese, bacon herb crumb.
- Filet Mignon | Atlantic – 6 oz premium Angus beef with crispy potato mille-feuille, truffle cream, Atlantic steak sauce, and watercress salad.
- Dragon Fried Rice | The Blue Dragon Pan-Asian Restaurant – Wok-fried rice with lump crab, shrimp, sausage, egg, and snow peas.
Come hungry and ready to explore at Universal Epic Universe! Take small bites and share with your crew so you can try as much as possible. Snack your way through all five worlds and let your taste buds lead the adventure.
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