Universal's Epic Universe Foodie Preview
Attention all foodies: important news just dropped! We got a first look at food options coming to Universal Orlando Resort's awesome new theme park, Epic Universe, opening May 22, 2025. Each world has out-of-this-world food and drinks. Let's check out the food options waiting for us in Celestial Park, How to Train Your Dragon: Isle of Berk, Super Nintendo World, Dark Universe, and Harry Potter and the Ministry of Magic.
Here’s a look at some dishes Universal Orlando & USA Today shared and a list of all Epic Universe restaurants and snack stands (we know of) that are coming to Epic Universe! We can expect to see full Epic restaurant menus soon.
Celestial Park
Dishes
Smashed Cucumbers (Blue Dragon Pan-Asain Restaurant) - with cilantro, peanuts and Sichuan spice
Snowflake Potstickers (Blue Dragon Pan-Asain Restaurant) - lacy crust pork potstickers with dragon sauce
Tonkotsu Ramen (Blue Dragon Pan-Asain Restaurant) – ramen noodles in pork broth with chashu pork, tare egg, shiitake mushrooms, and togarashi oil
Chengdu Dream (cocktail from Blue Dragon) -Sichuan Baiju, curacao, falernum, grapefruit juice, and pineapple juice
Khaosan Boba (cocktail from Blue Dragon) – a delightful blend of Thai-inspired milk tea and paired with coffee boba and frothy coffee foam
Golden Dragon (cocktail from Blue Dragon) – lime juice, pineapple juice, cream of coconut, jalapeño essence, turmeric, and ground ginger
Northern Lights (Atlantic) - vodka, curacao, lemon juice, butterfly pea blossom ice sphere, limoncello, Simple syrup, gold luster dust
Melon and Herb Highball (Atlantic) – gin, watermelon syrup, basil, and cucumber
Grand Atlantic Martini (Atlantic) – dry gin, aperitif wine, and a lemon twist
Oyster Mushroom Ceviche (Atlantic) - cilnantro, lime, tomato, and jicama
Sea Bass (Atlantic) - with carrot mochi, sugar snap peas, star fruit and lemongrass broth
Passion Fruit “Caviar” (Atlantic) - chocolate pan de genes, hazelnut crunch, and jivara mousse
Waturi Punch (Celestiki) - rum, bitters, and fruit juices
Brownie Eclipse (Pizza Moon)– brownie, Nutella, marshmallows, and crushed Oreo
Harvest Moon Pizza (Pizza Moon)– tomato sauce, grilled artichoke hearts, Divina tomatoes, and roasted peppers with Castelvetrano olives and arugula
The Plastered Owl (Oak and Star Tavern)– dark rye whiskey, simple syrup, cherry syrup, lemon juice, lemon wedges, and muddled cherries
Platter with Mango Bread & Pickles (Oak and Star Tavern)
main dish: smoked ribs, pulled pork, cheddar jalapeño sausage, or spit-roasted herbed-infused chicken
sides: braised greens, mac and cheese
Restaurants
The Blue Dragon Pan-Asian Restaurant & The Tiger Bar - authentic Pan-Asian cuisine (table service)
Atlantic & Aquaria Bar -Seafood and steak (table service)
Pizza Moon Epic Unvierse - You guessed it… pizza!
Oak & Star Tavern - Quick service barbeque
Meteor Astropub - quick service pub
Plastered Owl Bar - whimsical bar
Star Sui Bao - Asian food cart offering unique takes on Bao Bun
Frosty Moon - ice cream stand
Comet Dogs - hot dogs
Celestiki - quick service tiki bar
Bar Zenith - quick service bar with fountain views
Moonship Chocolates and Celestial Sweets - Chocolate / sweet shop
How to Train Your Dragon: Isle of Berk
Dishes
Hiccup’s Grilled Salmon (Mead Hall) - pastrami-seasoned salmon, roasted carrots, herb garlic potatoes, Cipollini onions, and dill fennel sauce
Nordic Harvest Salad (Mead Hall) – kale, arugula, red cabbage, radishes, and grains with blueberries, apples, trail mix, and raspberry vinaigrette
Stormfly’s Catch of the Day (Mead Hall) - Chocolate mousse fish on top of Fruity Pebbles cereal
Thawfest Platter (Mead Hall) - comes with wild berry BBQ glazed chicken drumsticks, grilled salmon, sausage links, and various veggie sides and dips
Yaknog (Mead Hall) - a malted chocolate and cinnamon dessert drink
Gobber’s Mead (Mead Hall)- boysenberry-blackcurrant infused with Grains of Paradise
Restaurants
Spit Fyre Grill - A quick service restaurant serving hearty flame-seared meals.
Meade Hall - A savory menu featuring a variety of meats, fish, sandwiches, and more along with a collection of meads and ciders.
Super Nintendo World
Dishes
Yoshi’s Smoothie (Yoshi’s Snack Island) apple melon flavored
Mario Burger (Toadstool Cafe) - beef patty with mushrooms, lettuce, tomato, and melted American cheese on a brioche bun with a side of truffle French fries
Super Mushroom Pizza Bowl – mozzarella cheese, sausage, pepperoni, and mushroom marinara sauce with mushroom pizza crust
Pirahna Plant Caprese – tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, asparagus, and basil pesto with greens, radish, and apple vinaigrette
Bowser’s Fireball Challenge – one-pound meatball with mozzarella cheese in mushroom marinara sauce and parsley with a Bowser-inspired puff pastry and a side of hot sauce
Luigi Burger – grilled chicken with basil pesto, melted Swiss cheese, green peppers, and spinach on a brioche bun with a side of Truffle French fries
Restaurants
Toadstool Cafe - Enjoy a variety of tasty dishes inspired by the world of Super Mario. Check out my experience at Toadstool Cafe in Hollywood here!
The Bubbly Barrel - Sweet treats and refreshing drinks
Yoshi’s Snack Island and Turbo Boost Treats - Sweet treats and refreshing drinks
Dark Universe
Dishes
Char Siu Pork (Das Stakehouse)- roasted pork belly with Bloody Roast pork dipping sauce, green onion mashed potatoes, roasted carrots, acorn square, mushrooms, and bok choy
Fish on a Stake (Das Stakehouse)– blackened salmon steak on a stake with roasted vegetables and green onion mashed potatoes
Bird on a Stake (Das Stakehouse)– grilled dry rubbed chicken tenderloin on a stake with roasted vegetables and green onion mashed potatoes
Bits and Pieces (Das Stakehouse)– wild mushroom brisket meatloaf on a stake with roasted vegetables and green onion mashed potatoes
Carved Staked Steak (Das Stakehouse) - Served with green onion mashed potatoes, roasted carrots, mushrooms, and acorn squash
“Blood” Orange Chicken Sandwich (Das Stakehouse)– marinated chicken breast in blood orange sauce on a black bun with pickles, slaw, and crispy fries
Labotocotta (Das Stakehouse) - brain-shaped Greek yogurt vanilla panna cotta served with raspberry sauce.
Reaper’s Reserve - brewed by Orlando-based Crooked Can Brewing Company. Dark Universe’s signature beer.
Hunter’s Garlic Stake (Burning Blade Tavern)– crispy cheesy garlic pretzel with garlic dipping sauce
Restaurants
Burning Blade Tavern - Enjoy burgers, pretzels, wings, bratwurst, and specialty beverages. Plus catch the iconic windmill from Universal’s 1931 classic Frankenstein! catch on fire!
Das Stakehaus - A quick service restaurant with burgers, kebabs, sandwiches, and more.
De Lacey’s Cottage - Sweets and snacks including ice cream, cinnamon bread, twisted taters, and more.
Harry Potter and the Ministry of Magic
Dishes
Bieraubeurre crepe (Café L’air De La Sirène) - with shortbread cookie butter, Bavarian cream, Butterbeer drizzle, strawberries, and a shortbread cookie.
Jambon Beurre (Café L’air De La Sirène) - Ham, gruyère cheese, dijon mustard butter, and a French baguette
Boeuf Bourguignon (Café L’air De La Sirène) - braised beef in burgundy wine with mushrooms, pearl onions, roasted carrots, and bacon lardons with pommes purée
Quiche Lorraine – (Café L’air De La Sirène) egg custard in a pie crust filled with bacon, gruyère cheese, and caramelized onions with mornay sauce and a side of berries with lavender honey drizzle
Dirigible Plum Juice Mocktail (Café L’air De La Sirène) - peach and plum-flavored
Salad Niçoise (Café L’air De La Sirène) -tuna salad, fingerling potatoes, Niçoise olives, pickled red onions, eggs, haricot verts, tomatoes, and mustard vinaigrette
Alchemist’s Platter (Le Gobelet Noir)– smoked sausage, pickled eggs, potato and cheese pierogies, beets, caramelized onions, and a warm pretzel with German mustard and cheese fondue
Lentil Stew (Le Gobelet Noir) – stew of lentils, vegan bacon, and root vegetables with artisan bread
Restaurants
Le Gobelet Noir - Soups and salads and a variety of entrées and desserts.
Café L’air De La Sirène - Charming café with French sandwiches, plats du jour and desserts.
Bar Moonshine - Beer, wine, or a cocktail
Bièraubuerre Cart - BUTTERBEER!
