If you love deciding what to eat before a trip, this guide to the Best Food to Try at Epic Universe is for you. There are so many themed snacks, immersive restaurants, and fun meals you will want to try while exploring the park.
There are food options at every world so you will want to start making your list and plan your dining part of the experience.
Here are the best foods to try at each world quick bites to sit down restaurants so you know what to look for before you go.
If you need more info about the park, check out this complete guide or information on ticket prices and height requirements!
Atlantic Restaurant – Celestial Park
If you are willing to splurge I highly recommend this restaurant. I’m still dreaming of the food and that Rosemary Paloma drink that I cannot find anywhere local near me. This is a full-service restaurant that is designed so you feel like you’re under water. They offer seafood, steak and some of the best drinks.
What to order
- Ahi Tuna Tartare – appetizer
- Hearts of Palm Caesar salad
- Atlantic Filet Mignon
- Verlasso Salmon
- Captain Fernando’s Half-Pound Lobster Roll
- Landlubber’s Snickerdoodle Loot
- Rosemary Paloma – cocktail
Tips
✔ Reservations fill up fast so be sure to book early
✔ Book an 8:45 pm reservation and request a window table (not guaranteed) for a great view of the 10 pm light show. Take your time ordering so your meal lines up with the show.
✔ Expect higher prices than quick-service locations (just for 2 of us was around $200 with tip)
Star Sui Bao – Celestial Park
One of the most unique snack stops in Epic Universe featuring Asian-inspired food you won’t find elsewhere in Universal.
What to order
- Tteokbokki skewer (grilled hot dog + rice cake in a cheesy crust)
- Kimchi Bao
- Pork Soup Dumplings
- Celestial Steamed Bun
Tips
✔ Small menu but a great option if your group wants to sample multiple foods
✔ Visit earlier in the day before peak lunch crowds
Pizza Moon – Celestial Park
A fun cosmic-themed pizza sit down restaurant serving quick comfort meals that are perfect for families and picky eaters. If anyone is gluten free in your group, this place has the best gluten free pizzas. I devoured the whole pizza within minutes and no leftovers.
What to order
- The Pizza Moon Pepperoni
- Rigatoni Meteor Melt
- Brownie Eclipse
- Gluten Free Pepperoni or Cheese Pizza
Tips
✔ They use a QR code instead of paper menus. Just scan at your table and place your order through mobile ordering.
✔ You can place a mobile order on the Universal app ahead of time.
✔ Pizzas are 12 inches and serves 2
The Blue Dragon Pan-Asian Restaurant – Celestial Park
This is one of Epic Universe’s signature full-service dining locations, serving flavorful dishes inspired by Chinese, Japanese, and Thai cuisine in a stunning lantern lit dining space overlooking Celestial Park.
What to order
- Tonkotsu Ramen
- Snowflake Potstickers (great shareable starter)
- Beef and Broccoli
- Banana Napoleon for dessert
- The Dragon’s Stardust tea to drink
Tips
✔ Try to visit earlier than peak dinner hours for shorter wait time
✔ Make a reservation for a guaranteed time
✔ They offer small and big plates
Meteor Astropub – Celestial Park
A casual quick service restaurant serving pub-style favorites like burgers, sandwiches and shareable foods. I will give one huge suggestion is to NOT order the Sloppy Alya’s Tavern brisket and sloppy joe sandwich unless you plan to be in the bathroom right after. Don’t ask me how I know. 🙄
What to order
- Astro Pub Burger
- Spicy Grilled Chicken Sandwich
- Fish and Chips
- Astronomer’s Shortcake Skillet
- Chicken and Waffles
Tips
✔ Good fallback option if nearby restaurants are busy
✔ Easy menu for groups with mixed tastes or picky eaters
✔ Has self-serve soda freestyle machines
✔ If you sit at the bar you can’t order food
Mead Hall – How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk
A large Viking-style dining hall serving hearty comfort foods themed around the movie and characters.
What to order
- Thawfest Platter (best value that feeds 3-4 people)
- Hiccup’s Grilled Salmon
- Gobber the Belch’s Turkey Wing
- Gronckle’s Bread Pudding for dessert
Tips
✔ Portions are large and easy to share
✔ Uses mobile ordering
Spit Fyre Grill – How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk
A quick counter service that serves themed Viking-inspired dishes such as meat and grain bowls. This restaurant is popular for their mac and cheese cones.
What to order
- Meatlug’s Chicken Bowl
- Astrid’s Shrimp Bowl
- Stoick’s Steak Bowl
- Classic Mac and Cheese Cone
Tips
✔ Best spot for a quick filling lunch
✔ Skip the lines and place a mobile order for pick up
✔ Even if the line is long, it moves pretty fast
Toadstool Café – Super Nintendo World
A colorful interactive restaurant that serves themed dishes inspired by Mario charcters.
What to order
- Toadstool Cheesy Garlic Knots
- Mario Burger
- Bowser’s Fireball Challenge
- ? Block Tiramisu for dessert
Tips
✔ Expect this location to be extremely popular
✔ Try visiting early lunch or later afternoon
✔ One of the most kid-friendly dining spots in the park
Das Stakehaus – Dark Universe
A spooky vampire-themed quick service restaurant serving darker, richer comfort foods inside Dark Universe.
What to order
- Bits and Pieces (wild mushroom and brisket meatloaf)
- Das Burger
- Crimson Glazed Pork
- Darkmoor Black Wings
- Red Velvet Death Cake
Tips
✔ Great option is Mead Hall is crowded
✔ Indoor seating makes this a good afternoon stop
✔ If you can’t find a table ask for assistance form a team member
The Burning Blade Tavern – Dark Universe
A tavern style monster hunter hideout built inside a windmill that periodically bursts into flames. It’s primarily a snack and drinks tavern stop with quick bites and themed beverages.
What to order
- Hunter’s Garlic Stake
- Charred Loaded Potato
- Burning Cheddar Bites
- Lagoon’ita Cocktail
Tips
✔ I Recommend visiting at dusk as the atmosphere and fire effect is more immersive at night
✔ The windmill catches fire every 15-30 minutes (listen for the town bells ringing)
Le Gobelet Noir – Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic
A quick service tavern style restaurant where dark witches escape from the prying eyes of the Paris Ministry. It’s located inside the Ministry of Magic section of the Wizarding World and serves hearty dark meals.
What to order
- Wizards Brew Bratwurst Sandwich
- Le Breuvage Sombre du Gobelet Noir Mocktail
- Alchemist’s Platter
- Coq Au Vin
Tips
✔ Great place for large groups with their spacious seating
✔ Often less busy than other nearby spots because it’s hidden
Café L’air De La Siréne – Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic
A Parisian-style wizarding café that looks like a French bistro and serves pastries, sandwiches, and specialty drinks.
What to order
- Boeuf Bourguignon
- Créme Brûlée
- Bieraubeurre Crêpe
- Quiche Lorraine
Tips
✔ Great place to eat breakfast (served until 11:30 am)
✔ Gluten free bread is available for sandwiches
✔ Drinks are included with breakfast entrees
