As we've periodically gotten word of all the incredibly exciting offerings coming to Universal Epic Universe on May 22, 2025, one thing that has consistently stuck out is all the magnificently themed restaurants that will call Universal Orlando Resort's eagerly awaited fourth gate home. From the blazing inferno of The Burning Blade Tavern to the rustic grandeur of Mead Hall to the subaquatic elegance of Atlantic, the dining options at this thrilling theme park (and beyond) have no doubt been at the top of our minds. Universal Orlando has finally revealed some of the more than 100 mouthwatering food and beverage items we'll be able to consume as we're flying with dragons, casting spells, collecting keys and facing our greatest fears. Without further ado, let's dig in!
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Celestial Park
There's truly no better place to start than Celestial Park — Epic Universe's world between worlds. Not only is it the heart of the new theme park, but it's also (apparently) the stomach. With more than 15 dining locations in this futuristic realm where humans and nature converge, you'll be battling a food coma before you even step through a portal. (We advise you to properly pace yourself.)
Atlantic
Across the shimmering waters of Neptune's pool, this signature restaurant will blow you away with its succulent seafood flavors.
- Sea Bass: Sea Bass with carrot mochi, fresh sugar snap peas, lemongrass broth and starfruit slices
- King Oyster Mushroom Ceviche (VG): Meaty mushrooms tossed in a citrus dressing, along with tomato, cilantro, jicama and lime juice
- Romesco Romanesco: Oven-roasted Romanesco, wild mushrooms and pea tendrils on a bed of fregola and hazelnut romesco
- Landlubber's Snickerdoodle Loot: A fun beach-style dessert featuring a snickerdoodle cake served in a beach pail with cookie butter ganache, surrounded by Biscoff sand and gummy sharks
- Passion Fruit "Caviar": A chocolate hazelnut dessert topped with passion fruit-flavored pearls, all served in a special tin that guests can take home
- Grand Atlantic Martini: Dry gin, aperitif wine and a gilded lemon twist for garnish
- Northern Lights Martini: An elevated lemon drop martini featuring Beluga Noble Vodka, Pallini limoncello, Ferrand Dry Curaçao, lemon juice and simple syrup. It's dusted with edible gold and served with a butterfly pea blossom ice sphere that changes the drink's purple hues as it melts.
The Blue Dragon Pan-Asian Restaurant
Dine on flavors from all over China, Japan, Korea, Southeast Asia and more alongside bright neon dragons under constellation-covered ceilings.
- Tonkotsu Ramen: Ramen noodles immersed in a rich pork broth, topped with tender chashu pork, tare egg, shiitake mushrooms and fragrant togarashi oil
- Beef Xi'an Noodles: Made with Szechuan spices and hearty beef
- Smashed Cucumbers: Cucumbers tossed in zesty dragon sauce with fresh cilantro, crunch peanuts and a sprinkle of Sichuan dust
- Snowflake Potstickers: Lacey crust pork potstickers, pan-seared and served with dragon sauce
- Double Fried Korean Wings
- Passion Fruit Mooncake: A small hand pie filled with passion fruit cheesecake with a signature dragon stamped on top
- Khaosan Boba: Thai-inspired milk tea with coffee boba and frothy coffee foam
- Chengdu Dream: A tiki-inspired cocktail featuring Ming River Sichuan Baijiu, DeKuyper blue Curaçao, BG Reynolds falernum syrup, pineapple juice and white grapefruit juice with a golden sugar rim and an edible orchid
The Oak & Star Tavern
Gather 'round an oak tree and relish in savory barbecue and so much more.
- Platters with Mango Bread & Pickles: Choose from smoked brisket, smoked ribs, pulled pork, cheddar jalapeno sausage or spit-roasted herbed-infused chicken. Pair with four sides from a variety of options.
- Slow Smoked Brisket: Savory 14-hour smoked brisket sandwich complemented with sweet BBQ and sweet and tangy homemade pickles on a pan sobao bun
- Grilled Peach Arugula Salad: Grilled peaches, arugula, soft creamy cheese and candied pecans, drizzled with white balsamic
- Two Meats Platter with Spit Roasted Citrus Herb Chicken and Smoked St. Louis Ribs: Choose from brisket, smoked ribs, pulled pork, cheddar jalapeno sausage or spit-roasted herbed-infused chicken. Pair with sides such as braised greens, mac and cheese and more.
- Banana Pudding: Vanilla pudding layered with bananas and topped with a dollop of whipped cream and wafer cookie crumbles
- The Plastered Owl: Dark rye whiskey, simple syrup, cherry syrup, lemon juice, lemon wedges and muddled cherries
Pizza Moon
Beckon your fellow explorers and blast off to this early 1900s Victorian theater converted into a spectacular eatery.
- Harvest Moon Pizza (VG): Rich tomato sauce, grilled artichoke hearts, Divina tomatoes and roasted peppers, topped with Castelvetrano olives and arugula
- A Trip to Vesuvio: A blend of forage de lune, pepperoni, fennel sausage, roasted peppers and caramelized onions, topped with cherry peppers, Calabrian chili, fresh arugula and a drizzle of hot honey
- Space Cowboy: BBQ sauce, tender rotisserie chicken, pickled red onions, Castelvetrano olives and crunchy BBQ potato chips
- The Giant Mushroom: Topped with roasted garlic béchamel, forage de lune, wild mushrooms and drizzled with truffle aioli
- Rigatoni Meteor Melt: Rigatoni, handmade meatballs, marinara sauce, fresh basil and provolone cheese
- Pizza Lunare: Creamy roasted garlic béchamel, ricotta, pancetta, forage de lune and a garlic confit on ube pizza crust
- Rocket Fuel: Crisp chopped romaine drizzled with Caesar dressing and topped with grated parmesan and moon cheese
- Brownie Eclipse: Brownie with chocolate hazelnut spread and topped with crushed chocolate and creme sandwich cookies
Comet Dogs
Your soon-to-be go-to quick stop for all things hot dogs in Celestial Park with a unique spin on hot dogs that'll be sure to blow your mind.
- Bulgogi Dog: With bulgogi rice bowl flavor-infused sausage
- Smoky Carrot Dog (VG): Smoked carrot seasoned to mimic the taste of a grilled hot dog
- Al Pastor Dog
Celestiki
Enjoy unique drinks that can't be found anywhere else in the universe at the trendiest tiki bar in the cosmos.
- Waturi Punch: Rum, bitters and fruit juices
- Frozen Mudslide: Dark rum, espresso liqueur, crème de cacao and heavy cream, topped off with a drizzle of chocolate syrup and whipped cream
- Frozen Pina Colada: Rum, lime juice, cream of coconut, pineapple juice and smoked sea salt, finished with a juice pineapple wedge and vibrant fronds
- Kunuku Daiquiri: Strawberry puree, lime juice, simple syrup and strawberry essence with smoked sea salt
- Branca Colada: Rum, lime juice, pineapple juice, passion fruit puree, cream of coconut and a lime wheel
Bar Zenith
This offbeat bar serves up refreshingly curious beverages along with a view of Celestial Park's extravagant fountain shows.
- Meteor Strike: Light rum, triple sec, zesty lime and pineapple juices, topped with lemon-lime soda and a sprinkle of edible gold glitter, and garnished by a flaming lemon extract-infused raw sugar cube meteor
- Meridian Bramble: Dry gin, raspberry liqueur, lemon juice and simple syrup, topped with blackberries on a flower knot
- Mojit-eor: Light rum, lime juice, simple syrup and a splash of mint essence, topped with a sprig of mint and a lime wheel
- Cosmos-Politan: Vodka, limoncello, lime juice, cranberry juice, simple syrup and blood orange syrup, finished with a hint of smoked sea salt and garnished with a dried blood orange wheel
- Star-garita: Tequila, blue curaçao, fresh lime juice and agave syrup with a sprinkle of smoked sea salt and garnished with a lime wheel
Be on the lookout for other out-of-this-world items from Meteor Astropub (a vibrant gastropub with a celestial twist), Frosty Moon (an ice cream stand tucked away among the greenery of Celestial Park), The Plastered Owl (a whimsical bar named for a comical celestial owl) and Star Sui Bao (an Asian food cart offering unique takes on the traditional steamed Asian bao bun).
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Ministry of Magic
Rife with a variety of dining locations sure to enchant you, Place Cachée is where you'll be able to savor French-inspired cuisine (and new iterations of familiar favorites) in chic Wizarding Paris.
Café L'air De La Sirène
A café-esque hot spot, this fast-casual dining establishment will bring you breakfast, lunch and dinner with a Wizarding World touch.
- Butterbeer Crêpe: 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 bacon, gruyère cheese and caramelized onions with mornay sauce and a side of fresh berries topped with a lavender honey drizzle
- Baguette de Dinde: Sliced cracked black pepper turkey piled high with arugula, apples and Brie served with a warm baguette with mustard butter and apple butter
- Poulet à la Provençal: A roasted half chicken finished with tomato olive vinaigrette and served with a side of roasted potatoes and haricots verts (French green beans)
- Salad Niçoise
- Dirigible Plum Juice Mocktail: Peach and plum-flavored
Le Gobelet Noir
Another fast-casual dining hot spot serving up quite a few dishes you won't want to overlook.
- Alchemists's Platter: A spread featuring smoked sausage, potato and cheese pirogues, pickled eggs, marinated beets, caramelized onions and a warm pretzel served with German mustard and cheese fondue
- Lentil Stew (VG): Lentils, vegan bacon and root vegetables served with artisan bread
Bièraubuerre
The resident Butterbeer cart nestled in the streets of Wizarding Paris serves up fresh cups of cold, hot, frozen and non-dairy Butterbeer to wizards and Muggles alike! Be sure to check out our all-encompassing guide to Butterbeer for the ultimate refresher (pun very much intended) on this popular fictitious drink.
SUPER NINTENDO WORLD
Power up for your next adventure with tasty cuisine inspired by the story and experiences within the world at four frogtastic dining locations.
Toadstool Cafe
Chef Toad brings you all his favorite recipes coupled with a stunning view of scenes of the Mushroom Kingdom. Check out our guide to the themed food in Super Nintendo World Hollywood for a taste of what you find here in Orlando.
- Mario Burger (Bacon, Mushroom & Cheese): All-beef patty, topped with mushrooms, lettuce, tomato and American cheese, served on a brioche bun with a side of truffle French fries
- Luigi Burger (Pesto Grilled Chicken): Grilled chicken topped with basil pesto, Swiss cheese, green peppers and spinach, all served on a brioche bun with a side of truffle French fries
- Bowser's Fireball Challenge: One-pound meatball topped with mozzarella cheese in a mushroom sauce and parsley served with a Bowser-inspired puff pastry and a side of hot sauce
Yoshi's Snack Island
When you're craving a quick treat, Yoshi's Snack Island is the place to be!
- Green Shell Calzone (VG)
- Red Shell Calzone: Filled with Italian meat
- Yoshi's Smoothie (Apple Melon): Granny Smith apple and sweet honeydew syrup, with milk and topped with whipped cream and green apple bursting boba
Bubbly Barrel
Over in Donkey Kong Country, the Bubble Barrel offers the perfect refreshment for your jungle adventures.
- DK Crush Float: Available in Tropical Banana flavor
Don't froget to make a pit stop at Turbo-Boost Treats for some Mario Kart race day snacks.
How to Train Your Dragon - Isle of Berk
Fuel up during a long day of dragon training with food fit for a Viking on this wild wet heap of rocks.
Mead Hall
The island's one-stop shop for the best Viking cuisine, this is where all the people of Berk gather for a good time over great food.
- Thawfest Platter: A spread of tender chicken drumsticks glazed in a wild berry BBQ glaze, grilled salmon and sausage served with a medley of roasted carrots, cipollini onions, Nordic fries and side sauces
- Nordic Harvest Salad (VG): Kale and arugula greens, crisp red cabbage, radishes and hearty ancient grains, with blueberries, apples, trail mix and raspberry vinaigrette
- Sullen Sea Sandwich: Salmon with pickled cucumbers and horseradish dill crème on a pumpernickel Kaiser bun and a side of ancient grains with sun-dried berries
- Barf & Belch's Duo Plate: A mix of macaroni and cheese bites, grilled sausage, carrots, Nordic fries and grapes, all served in a paper Viking longboat
- Stormfly's Catch of the Day: A fun dessert featuring a chocolate mousse fish nestled atop a bed of colorful crispy rice cereal
- Yaknog: A nonalcoholic drink with malted chocolate, cinnamon and whipped cream
- Gobber's Mead: A honey-based alcoholic drink with flavors of boysenberry, blackcurrant, citrus and cardamom
Spit Fyre Grill
At this quick-serve eatery, you'll find a hot variety of insanely delicious bowls featuring delectable Viking fare from all across the sea.
- Stoick's Steak Bowl
- Hiccup's Salmon Bowl
- Meatlug's Chicken Bowl
- Astrid's Shrimp Bowl
- Valka's Vegan Bowl
Hooligan's Grog & Gruel
This racing-themed quick-service kiosk is perfect for Vikings on the go.
- Mac and Cheese Cones: Half loaves of bread with the inside carved out and filled with mac and cheese
Dark Universe
In every spooky corner of Darkmoor, you'll find ghastly dining locations that are simply to die for.
Das Stakehaus
A fast-casual restaurant nestled on top of the ruins of ancient catacombs, this old inn and dining hall specializes in offering all the different stakes you can imagine.
- Stakes: A choice of three protein options — Fish on a Stake (blackened salmon steak), Bird on a Stake (grilled dry rubbed chicken tenderloin) or Bits and Pieces (wild mushroom and brisket meatloaf) — all served with roasted veggies and charred green onion mashed potatoes
- "Blood" Orange Chicken Sandwich: Flash-fried marinated chicken breast tossed in a blood orange sauce served in a black bun with pickles, slaw and fries
- Our Favorite Vegan Familiar's Stuffed Cabbage (VG): Featuring IMPOSSIBLE meat wrapped in cabbage leaves with bell pepper tomato sauce and beet bucatini
- Darkmoor Black Wings: Spicy chili-dusted fried wings with smoky cheddar, scallions and soy chili garlic sauce, served with a Pimento cornbread skull and coleslaw
- Carved Staked Steak: Carved strip steak served with mashed potatoes, acorn squash, mistake mushrooms, roasted carrots and "bloody jus"
- Red Velvet Death: Red velvet cake cut into a creepy coffin shape (as a nod to the vampires that reside under the restaurant)
- Labotocotta: A green yogurt-based vanilla pan cotta shaped like a brain and served with raspberry sauce with popping candies
- Reaper's Reserve: Brown ale flavored with cinnamon, clove and nutmeg — Dark Universe's signature beer.
The Burning Blade Tavern
Dark Universe's other bewitchingly good fast-casual dining establishment with a handful of delights beyond its fiery vanes.
- Hunter's Garlic Stake: A garlic pretzel served with a garlic dipping sauce
- Burning Cheddar Bites: Crispy fried poppers
- Burning Blade Burger: A beef patty with a spicy tomato jam spread and jalapeño blend between two jet-black brioche buns
Be sure to stop by De Lacey's Cottage where you can refresh yourself with cinnamon doughnut holes that come with cream cheese frosting, pretzels and more.
Universal Helios Grand Hotel
Soak in unmatched views of Universal Epic Universe as you indulge in Mediterranean comfort food, creative tapas and more at Universal Orlando's new, shining Signature Collection hotel.
Bar Helios
Choose from three distinct areas (the livery circle bar with 360-degree views, the intimate dining area and the al fresco area with stunning views of Epic Universe) at this comfortable and stylish eatery.
- Charred Octopus: Served with herb potatoes, olives, salsa verde and brassica leaves
- Scallop Crudo: Raw scallops in a sour orange vin sauce, paired with Persian cucumber slivers, Aleppo and serrano peppers, topped with pistachios
Flora Taverna
Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, Flora Tavern features a breakfast buffet, open kitchen, live cooking, pizza oven, open grills, a gyro station and a light and airy atmosphere — the perfect complement to any meal.
- Heritage Tomato & Burrata Salad: Heirloom tomatoes, burrata, agave walnuts, Reggiano pesto, microgreens and topped with mostarda
- Shish Kebabs: Za'atar chicken, spicy harissa prawns and pimento-spiced beef, served with a sauce trio of Moroccan herbs, garlic and daqoos
- Whole Bronzino: Grilled and served with pickled tomato gribiche, citrus and chermoula (Moroccan herb sauce)
- Mezzes & Spreads: Baba ghanoush, marinated olives, muhammara, hummus, tzatziki, whipped summer feta and roasted red pepper dip, all served with warm focaccia, pita and lavash bread
During your stay, hit up Aurora Market for food and drinks on the go and Lotus Lagoon for a frozen cocktail or delicious appetizer down by the pool.
Which food or drink item are you looking forward to devouring first at Universal Epic Universe? What Epic Universe restaurants can you not wait to check out? Let us know in the comments below!
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