Even with warmer winter weather in Central Florida, the delicious sips, sweets and treats that arrive at Universal Orlando Resort still fully encompass the holiday season. Whether you're celebrating with the citizens of Whoville or taking in the wonder of winter in New York, the bites and beverages at Universal Islands of Adventure, Universal Studios Florida, Universal Epic Universe, Universal CityWalk and Universal Orlando Resort hotels truly taste like they've been baked and mixed by Mrs. Claus herself! Check out our guide to all the festive food and drink offerings during the holidays at Universal Orlando. Offerings may be subject to change.
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- Where can I find holiday treats at Universal Orlando Resort? You can find holiday treats at Universal Studios Florida, Universal Islands of Adventure, Universal Epic Universe, Universal CityWalk and select Universal Orlando Resort hotels.
- When are the holidays at Universal Orlando Resort? Holidays at Universal Orlando runs from Nov. 21, 2025, to Jan. 4, 2026.
- What types of holiday food and drinks can I expect to find at Universal Orlando Resort? Indulge in special themed treats and cocktails (must be 21+ with a valid photo ID to purchase and consume alcoholic beverages), including over 30 new menu items and holiday-themed sugar cookies available at multiple locations during the Holidays at Universal.
Universal Islands of Adventure Holiday Food & Drinks
From the tinsel-filled streets of Seuss Landing to the garland-lined buildings of Port of Entry, Islands of Adventure is rife with delicious green goodies and classic holiday sweets!
- Santa's Christmas Crème Puff: Puff filled with Chantilly cream and mocha cookie butter
- Holiday Concha: Cinnamon concha with dulce de leche
- Sugar & Spice Cake: Layered spice cake with cookie butter and holiday frosting
- Crunch Bunch Ice Cream Bunch: Cap'n Crunch vanilla ice cream sandwich with holiday sprinkles
- Holiday Hot Chocolate: Hot chocolate served with whipped cream, toasted merengue and a holiday churro covered in white chocolate and sprinkles
Three Broomsticks & Hog's Head
- Hot Butterbeer (available year-round, but essential for a cozy winter day in Hogsmeade)
- Who Hash (available year-round, but a must for Grinchmas celebrations)
Grinch & Friends Breakfast at Circus McGurkus Cafe Stoo-pendous
- Separately ticketed character breakfast; must have a reservation (as of writing, sold out)
Confisco Grill
- Classic Coquito: BACARDI Cuatro rum, condensed milk, evaporated milk, cream of coconut, cinnamon, clove and nutmeg
- No-quito: Condensed milk, evaporated milk, cream of coconut, cinnamon, clove and nutmeg
- Ivanhoe Park Brewing Co. Aww, Snap: Draft beer
Universal Studios Florida Holiday Food & Drinks
Right now, you can Buy 3 Days and Get 2 Days FREE at Universal Orlando Resort (including Epic Universe!)! Valid for visits through Dec. 16, 2026, excluding blockout dates.
From sweet to savory and everything in between, you'll be sure to find the perfect holiday treat at Universal Studios. Grab a cozy cup of eggnog and a warm sandwich and settle down to watch Universal's Holiday Parade featuring Macy's or Celestina Warbeck and the Banshees.
- Macarons (buy 6 for $20; individual: $4)
- Chocolate Pretzel
- Marshmallow Pop
- S'more Pop
- Whoopie Pie
- Sugar Cookie Sandwich
- Chocolate Cookie Sandwich
- Gingerbread Cookie Sandwich
- Cupcake
- Caramel Apple
- Trifle Cake
- Santa's Christmas Crème Puff: Puff filled with Chantilly cream and mocha cookie butter
- Holiday Concha: Cinnamon concha with dulce de leche
- Sugar & Spice Cake: Layered spice cake with cookie butter and holiday frosting
Swamp Snacks
- Gingy Cookie: Gingerbread cookie with icing and gumdrop buttons
- The Elegant Ornament: Chocolate crème brûlée with a white chocolate peppermint center
- A Very Chocolate Christmas Bar
- Ho Ho Ho Mousse
- Sugar & Spice Cake
- The Not-So Hot Chocolate
- Sunday Roast: Roasted petite tender steak with colcannon mashed potatoes, asparagus, root vegetables and caramelized shallot gravy (available as of Nov. 22)
- Butternut Squash Ravioli: A seasonal menu item
- Snickerdoodle Crepe: Crepe filled with cinnamon mascarpone spread with snickerdoodle crumbles, whipped cream and holiday sugar dust
- Pumpkin Praline & Peppermint Chocolate Chip Gelato
Universal Epic Universe Holiday Food & Drinks
Whether you're celebrating Snoggletog in Berk or Christmas in Paris, the portals of Epic Universe are a magical place to spend the holidays!
- Gronckle's Bread Pudding: Warm malted cinnamon bread pudding with a Yaknog anglaise, chocolate pop rocks and vanilla ice cream
- Snoggletog Spiked Nog: Malted chocolate and cinnamon drink spiked with Dansk Mjød GI spiced mead with ginger and hops and a whipped topping
- Frozen Yaknog: Malted chocolate and cinnamon drink with a whipped topping
- Snoggletog Harvest Mac and Cheese Cone: Creamy mac and cheese cone with pulled maple glazed turkey, spiced lingonberry drizzle, roasted sweet potatoes, sage chimichurri and crispy stuffing crumbles
- Glühwein: Cabernet sauvignon, ruby port, raspberry himbeergeist, orange juice, honey syrup, ginger, allspice, nutmeg and clove
Atlantic
- House Seasonal Salad: Candy cane beets, watercress, honey-glazed pistachios, Florida citrus and goat cheese crema
- Smoked Salmon Rillette: In-house smoked salmon tossed in a yuzu aioli and served with salmon roe and chive coral on focaccia bread
- Duck Breast: Duck breast seared and seasoned with Chinese five-spice powder while served with a honey carrot puree, sweet thumbelina carrots, fungi jon mushrooms and a side of apple lacquer
- Surf & Turf: 8 oz. premium, char-grilled Black Angus fillet served with Maine lobster mac & cheese and garnished with fine herbs
- Seafood Stew: Seared diver scallops, mussels, jumbo shrimp, roasted marble potatoes, confit tomatoes and a side of sauce rouille
Celestial Snacks
- Holiday Churro: Gingerbread churro featuring a peppermint marshmallow topping, holiday sprinkles and garnished with a white chocolate Santa
Frosty Moon
- Chocolate Peppermint Soft Serve: Peppermint-flavored ice cream and creamy chocolate
Universal CityWalk Holiday Food & Drinks
Don't froget to stop by these sweet CityWalk locations on your way into or out of the parks!
Green and Red Coconut Club
- Espress-O Come All Ye Faithful: 360 Vodka Madagascar vanilla, DeKuyper Crème de Cacao, DeKuyper Crème de Menthe and cold brew concentrate served with a crushed candy cane rim
- Apres-Ski Swizzle: Cruzan Dark Rum, Green Chartreuse, pineapple and lime juices, orgeat syrup and simple syrup
- Gin-gle Bells: New Amsterdam Gin, cranberry juice and pomegranate, lavender and simple syrups (mocktail version without gin available)
- Fireside Sour: Old Overholt Rye Whiskey, lemon juice and maple syrup with a Spellbound Cabernet Sauvignon float
- Holiday Hot Chocolate: Fresh-made whipped cream, torched meringue and holiday sprinkles (available with seasonal liquor)
- Beer and Wine: Sierra Nevada Celebration IPA, Modelo, High Noon, NUTRL, Miller Lite, Spellbound Cabernet Sauvignon, Noble Vines Chardonnay, Cupcake Vineyards Prosecco
VIVO Italian Kitchen
- Vivo Torta: Tuaca brandy, 360 Vodka Madagascar Vanilla, lemon juice, house made cinnamon syrup; Served warm or chilled with club soda and Sprite
- Sticky Toffee Cake
Universal Orlando Resort Hotels Holiday Food & Drinks
The holiday festivities don't stop when you return to your hotel! End your silent night with any of these sweet sips and snacks and learn all about everything hoppening during the festive season — such as holiday meals and special celebrations — in our guide to the holidays at the Universal Orlando Resort hotels.
Bar 17 Bistro at Universal Aventura Hotel
- Campfire Cocoa: Rich hot chocolate with a splash of Irish cream liqueur, topped with whipped cream, chocolate drizzle and a toasted marshmallow skewer
- North Pole Classic: Creamy hot cocoa with peppermint syrup, topped with whipped cream, crushed candy cane and holiday sprinkles
barVentura at Universal Aventura Hotel
- Campfire Cocoa: Rich hot chocolate with a splash of Irish cream liqueur, topped with whipped cream, chocolate drizzle and a toasted marshmallow skewer
- North Pole Classic: Creamy hot cocoa with peppermint syrup, topped with whipped cream, crushed candy cane and holiday sprinkles
- Make It A Moment: Add a DIY s'mores kit with graham crackers, chocolate and marshmallows
Bar Sol at Universal Aventura Hotel
- Campfire Cocoa: Rich hot chocolate with a splash of Irish cream liqueur, topped with whipped cream, chocolate drizzle and a toasted marshmallow skewer
- North Pole Classic: Creamy hot cocoa with peppermint syrup, topped with whipped cream, crushed candy cane and holiday sprinkles
Flora Taverna at Universal Helios Grand Hotel
- Poinsettia Spritz: Prosecco, cranberry and lemon syrup, cranberry juice
- No Ordinary Eggnog: Cognac, cinnamon, nutmeg, coconut milk, evaporated milk, coconut
Lotus Lagoon at Universal Helios Grand Hotel
- Candy Cane Lane: Ice cream base, peppermint schnapps, white chocolate liquor, candy cane pieces
What sweet holiday treats or sips are you frogcited to try during your visit to Universal Orlando Resort? Let us know in the comments below!
Related: A ~Froggy~ Festive Guide to Christmas at Universal Orlando Resort
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