Universal Orlando Resort is cranking up the excitement with a sneak peek into the tantalizing food and beverage innovations debuting at Universal Epic Universe. Renowned for its cutting-edge ideas and immersive storytelling, Universal’s award-winning culinary team plans to revolutionize theme park dining through an impressive lineup of over 100 new menu creations spread across the park’s five mesmerizing worlds.
Scheduled to open its doors on May 22, 2025, Epic Universe is set to host 30 varied dining destinations, designed to whisk guests away on a global culinary journey. From restaurant dining to quick-service delights, visitors can expect an array of international flavors such as seafood, Asian, barbecue, Italian, and French dishes, along with whimsical, themed specialties. Highlights among these carefully curated offerings include the Butterbeer Crêpe found in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter: Ministry of Magic, the Mario Burger in Super Nintendo World, Yaknog from How to Train Your Dragon: Isle of Berk, and the intriguing, eerie Stakes in Dark Universe.
### Celestial Park: A Feast for the Senses
As visitors wander through the core of Epic Universe, they’ll encounter a mouthwatering variety of food and drink options. Among these experiences is the Atlantic restaurant, where seafood enthusiasts will delight in fresh, expertly prepared selections, alongside The Blue Dragon Pan-Asian Restaurant, which offers a magical gorge under its neon-lit dragon canopy. For barbecue aficionados, The Oak & Star Tavern serves a satisfying spread, while Pizza Moon caters to plant-based guests with inventive vegan creations.
Signature dishes tantalize with offerings like the Sea Bass at Atlantic, paired eloquently with carrot mochi, sugar snap peas, and a fragrant lemongrass broth. Landlubber’s Snickerdoodle Loot delivers a playful beach-themed dessert full of snickerdoodle flavors and whimsical accents, and The Blue Dragon’s Tonkotsu Ramen promises rich, savory satisfaction, lifted by ingredients like chashu pork and togarashi oil.
### The Wizarding World of Harry Potter: Ministry of Magic
Within this mystical section of Epic Universe, guests will explore the magical Ministry of Magic from the Harry Potter tales. Set in a stunning recreation of 1920s Paris from the Fantastic Beasts films, alongside the British Ministry of Magic, this new area blends immersive shopping, dining, and an exhilarating ride experience centered around a climactic Battle of the Ministry storyline. French-inspired cuisine and enchanting takes on wizarding classics headline the menu here.
Must-try delights include the Butterbeer Crêpe from Café L’air De La Sirène, boasting layers of Butterbeer flavors wrapped in a crepe, and the Baguette de Tinde, featuring tender turkey, crisp apples, and creamy Brie on a crusty baguette with tangy mustard butter.
### Super Nintendo World: Power Up with Flavor
At Super Nintendo World, guests step into a vibrant homage to beloved Nintendo video games, featuring whimsical rides, interactive elements, and delightfully themed dining. Here, food offerings bring the fantastical world of the Mushroom Kingdom vividly to life.
Among the highlights: the Mario Burger at Toadstool Cafe, layered with mushrooms, American cheese, and served with truffle fries, and the Luigi Burger which showcases pesto grilled chicken paired with Swiss cheese and green peppers. For thrill-seekers, Bowser’s Fireball Challenge offers a daring meatball plate packed with flavor and heat.
### How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk: A Viking Feast Awaits
Transport yourself to the world of the How to Train Your Dragon films at the Isle of Berk, where Viking-inspired feasts await at venues like Mead Hall and Spit Fyre Grill, offering fare fit for Nordic legends.
The hearty Thawfest Platter is a celebration of robust flavors with components like wild berry BBQ-glazed chicken drumsticks, grilled salmon, and sausage, served with roasted sides, crisp fries, and diverse sauces. For a vibrant and zesty option, the Nordic Harvest Salad brings together kale, arugula, and a medley of fruits, all topped with a raspberry vinaigrette.
### Dark Universe: Sinister Bites and Hauntingly Good Eats
Enter the shadowy domain of Dark Universe, where darkly enchanting eats pay homage to classic Universal Monsters. From Dracula to the Wolf Man, guests can immerse themselves in a world filled with haunting tales and experiences.
Stakes at Das Stakehaus offers hearty protein dishes served in a novel style with sides like roasted vegetables and charred green onion mashed potatoes, while the “Blood” Orange Chicken Sandwich presents a bold twist with its zesty sauce and distinct black bun. Vegans will appreciate the Familiar’s Stuffed Cabbage, packed with Impossible meat and nestled in rich tomato sauce.
With such a diverse array of culinary offerings, Universal Epic Universe is poised to set a new benchmark for theme park dining. As much an attraction as any ride, this remarkable gastronomic adventure promises to bring each unique land vividly to life, ensuring every meal is an unforgettable experience. Whether savoring gourmet seafood at Atlantic, relishing a Butterbeer Crêpe in the Wizarding World, or tackling Bowser’s fiery challenge, the food here is bound to delight and captivate.
