Universal Orlando has revealed dozens of the dishes we will be able to find at Epic Universe when it officially opens on May 22, 2025.

With a few select meals, desserts, and beverages revealed for all areas of the theme park, as well as the hotel located behind it, you’ll find a vast array of options. Below are just some of the options, like high class cuisine at the Atlantic Seafood restaurant in Celestial Park, whimsical dishes inspired by Mario and his friends in Super Ninetendo World, “blood” inspired food fit for a vampire in Dark Universe, and Parisian cafe picks at the Wizarding World.

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See the video above for even more foods and descriptions for all of the restaurants of Epic Universe.

Epic Universe will offer a wide range of menu items across 30 dining locations within five themed worlds. Below are just a small sampling of the more than 100 newly created dishes designed specifically for Epic Universe.

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DARK UNIVERSE

While exploring Darkmoor, guests will find the ghastly dining locations Das Stakehaus, The Burning Blade Tavern and De Lacey’s Cottage – each featuring food and beverage offerings that are to die for, including:

Stakes (Das Stakehaus) – guests can sink their teeth into a scrumptious meal on a stake with 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 (seared and glazed wild mushroom brisket meatloaf) – all served with roasted veggies and charred green onion mashed potatoes

“Blood” Orange Chicken Sandwich (Das Stakehaus) – flash-fried marinated chicken breast tossed in a tantalizing blood orange sauce served in a sinister black bun with tangy pickles, a slaw and crispy fries

Our Favorite Vegan Familiar’s Stuffed Cabbage (VG) (Das Stakehaus) – featuring impossible meat wrapped in tender cabbage leaves nestled in a rich bell pepper tomato sauce and accompanied by a vibrant beet bucatini

Darkmoor Black Wings (Das Stakehaus) – Darkmoor spicy chili dusted fried wings, with a smoked cheddar, charred scallions, pimento cornbread skull, soy chili garlic sauce, served with a familiar slaw

Carved Staked Steak (Das Stakehaus) – with green onion mashed potatoes, roasted carrots, mushrooms, and acorn squash

Ancient Char Siu Pork (Das Stakehaus) – Roasted pork belly with Bloody Roast pork dipping sauce, green onion mashed potatoes, roasted carrots, acorn square, mushrooms, and bok choy

Labotocatta (Das Stakehaus)– Vanilla panna cotta Greek yogurt “brain” with raspberries

Hunter’s Garlic Stake (The Burning Blade Tavern) – a crispy cheesy garlic pretzel perfectly prepared to a golden brown served with a rich garlic dipping sauce

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THE WIZARDING WORLD OF HARRY POTTER – MINISTRY OF MAGIC

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic will include a variety of enchanting dining locations – Café L’air De La Sirène, Le Gobelet Noir and more – filled with French-inspired cuisine and new iterations of familiar favorites, including:

Butterbeer Crêpe (Café L’air De La Sirène) – for the first time ever, guests can enjoy the flavors of Butterbeer in a crepe that includes shortbread cookie butter, Bavarian cream, Butterbeer cream, strawberries, Butterbeer drizzle and a Butterbeer shortbread cookie

Baguette de Dinde (Café L’air De La Sirène) – a charmingly scrumptious dish featuring sliced cracked black pepper turkey piled high with arugula, crisp apples and creamy Brie served with a warm crusty baguette with zesty mustard butter and apple butter

Bœuf Bourguignon (Café L’air De La Sirène) – Braised beef in burgundy wine with mushrooms, pearl onions, roasted carrots, and bacon lardons with pommes purée

Niçoise Salad (Café L’air De La Sirène) – Tuna salad, fingerling potatoes, Niçoise olives, pickled red onions, eggs, haricot verts, tomatoes, and mustard vinaigrette

Quiche Lorraine (Café L’air De La Sirène) – a savory dish featuring egg custard baked in a flaky pie crust filled with crispy bacon, gruyère cheese and caramelized onions with mornay sauce, and a side of fresh berries topped with a lavender honey drizzle

Alchemist’s Platter (Le Gobelet Noir) –an exquisite spread featuring smoked sausage, potato and cheese pierogies, tangy pickled eggs, vibrant marinated beets, savory caramelized onions, and a warm pretzel served with zesty German mustard and cheese fondue

Lentil Stew (VG) (Le Gobelet Noir) –a hearty stew of lentils, savory vegan bacon, and vibrant root vegetables served with artisan bread

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HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON – ISLE OF BERK

Guests can feast like Vikings within dining locations like Mead Hall, Spit Fyre Grill and Hooligan’s Grog & Gruel, where they’ll find:

Thawfest Platter (Mead Hall) –feast like a Viking with this grand spread of tender chicken drumsticks glazed in a wild berry BBQ glaze, grilled salmon, and succulent sausage served with a medley of roasted carrots, cipollini onions, Nordic fries, and side sauces

Nordic Harvest Salad (VG) (Mead Hall) – this salad features kale and arugula greens, crisp red cabbage, radishes and hearty ancient grains, with blueberries and crisp apples for a tangy flavor, a sprinkle of trail mix that adds a satisfying crunch and raspberry vinaigrette to top it all off

Sullen Sea Sandwich (Mead Hall) – A grilled salmon topped with pickles, arugula, and tartar sauce

Stormfly’s Catch of the Day (Mead Hall) – a fun dessert perfect for young Vikings featuring a chocolate mousse fish nestled atop a bed of colorful crispy rice cereal for a delightful combination of creamy and crunchy sweetness

Yaknog (Mead Hall) – a fun drink that captures the spirit and adventure of Berk with its rich and creamy concoction of malted chocolate, cinnamon and a generous swirl of whipped cream

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SUPER NINTENDO WORLD

Guests can power up for their next adventure in SUPER NINTENDO WORLD with tasty cuisine inspired by the story and experiences within the world at four dining locations like Toadstool Cafe, Yoshi’s Snack Island and more with items such as:

Mario Burger (Bacon, Mushroom & Cheese) (Toadstool Cafe) – power up with this all-beef patty, topped with savory mushrooms, fresh lettuce, tomato and melted American cheese, served on a brioche bun with a side of truffle French fries

Luigi Burger (Pesto Grilled Chicken) (Toadstool Cafe) – this flavorful dish features grilled chicken topped with basil pesto, melted Swiss cheese, green peppers, and fresh spinach, all served on a soft brioche bun with a side of Truffle French fries

Pirahna Plant Caprese (Toadstool Cafe) – tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, asparagus, and basil pesto with greens, radish, and apple vinaigrette

Bowser’s Fireball Challenge (Toadstool Cafe) – step up to this challenge featuring a towering one-pound meatball topped with gooey mozzarella cheese in rich mushroom marinara sauce and fresh parsley served with a Bowser-inspired puff pastry and a side of hot sauce

Yoshi’s Smoothie (Apple Melon) (Yoshi’s Snack Island) – cool off with a refreshing blend of tart Granny Smith apple and sweet honeydew syrup, frozen to creamy perfection with milk and topped with whipped cream and green apple bursting boba

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CELESTIAL PARK

While strolling through the heart of Universal Epic Universe, guests can find a diverse slate of cuisine across more than 15 dining locations, including the Atlantic restaurant – which sits across the shimmering waters of Neptune’s Pool and lives by the motto “Sea food? Eat food;” The Blue Dragon Pan-Asian Restaurant – where guests can dine under the constellations alongside two neon dragons adorning the walls, The Oak & Star Tavern – where guests can gather around an oak tree and relish in savory barbecue, and so much more.

Some of the delicious dishes guests can enjoy in Celestial Park include:

Sea Bass (Atlantic) –a delectable portion of Sea Bass nestled amid the subtle sweetness of carrot mochi and vibrant crunch of fresh sugar snap peas. Aromatic lemongrass broth complements the buttery bass, while starfruit slices add a splash of tropical citrus notes

King Oyster Mushroom Ceviche (Atlantic) – Mushrooms prepared with cilantro, lime, tomato, and jicama

Landlubber’s Snickerdoodle Loot (Atlantic)– a fun beach-style dessert perfect for young explorers featuring a snickerdoodle cake served in a beach pail with cookie butter ganache, surrounded by Biscoff sand and gummy sharks

Grand Atlantic Martini (Atlantic) – a tantalizing cocktail with dry gin, aperitif wine and a gilded lemon twist for garnish

Tonkotsu Ramen (The Blue Dragon Pan-Asian Restaurant) – this Asian comfort food features delicate ramen noodles immersed in a rich pork broth, topped with tender chashu pork, tare egg, shiitake mushrooms, and fragrant togarashi oil

Smashed Cucumbers (The Blue Dragon Pan-Asian Restaurant) – Refreshing cucumbers tossed in zesty dragon sauce will delight your palate. Fresh cilantro, crunchy peanuts and a sprinkle of Sichuan dust offer a perfect blend of flavors and texture

Snowflake Potstickers (The Blue Dragon Pan-Asian Restaurant) – Savor these lacey crust pork potstickers, pan-seared to golden perfection. Served with dragon sauce, these potstickers will become your new favorite

Chengdu Dream (The Blue Dragon Pan-Asian Restaurant) – This tantalizing cocktail combines the fruity yet spicy flavor profile of baiju, refreshing blue curacao and falernum syrup with zesty grapefruit and pineapple juices, with an edible orchid garnish

Khaosan Boba (The Blue Dragon Pan-Asian Restaurant) – a delightful blend of Thai-inspired milk tea and paired with coffee boba and frothy coffee foam

Platter with Mango Bread & Pickles (The Oak & Star Tavern) – guests can choose from smoked brisket, smoked ribs, pulled pork, cheddar jalapeno sausage or spit-roasted herbed-infused chicken and pair with sides like braised greens, mac and cheese, and more

Two Meats Platter (The Oak & Star Tavern) – Gather around the oak tree for some BBQ. Choose from smoked brisket, smoked ribs, pulled pork, cheddar jalapeno sausage or spit-roasted herbedinfused chicken. Pair with sides like braised greens, mac and cheese and more.

Slow Smoked Brisket (The Oak & Star Tavern) – This savory 14-hour smoked brisket sandwich is complemented with sweet BBQ, and sweet and tangy homemade pickles on a pan sobao bun.

Grilled Peach Arugula (The Oak & Star Tavern) – This salad is a refreshing treat with grilled peaches, arugula, soft creamy cheese and candied pecans, drizzled with white balsamic.

Banana Pudding (The Oak & Star Tavern) – This delightful dessert features creamy vanilla pudding layered with fresh bananas and topped with a generous dollop of whipped cream and wafer cookie crumbles.

The Plastered Owl (The Oak & Star Tavern) – a perfectly blended cocktail crafted with dark rye whiskey, simple syrup, cherry syrup, lemon juice, lemon wedges and muddled cherries

Space Cowboy (Pizza Moon) – Saddle up for our space adventure, featuring tangy BBQ sauce tender rotisserie chicken, pickled red onions, Castelvetrano olives and crunchy BBQ potato chips.

The Giant Mushroom (Pizza Moon) – Experience the earthy flavors of this pie. Topped with creamy roasted garlic bechamel, fromage de lune, savory wild mushrooms and drizzled with truffle aioli, this pie is a culinary adventure.

A Trip to Vesuvio (Pizza Moon) – Enjoy a blend of fromage de lune, pepperoni, fennel sausage, roasted peppers and caramelized onions. Topped with cherry peppers, Calabrian chili and fresh arugula. A drizzle of hot honey tops it off.

Pizza Lunare (Pizza Moon) – This otherworldly creation features creamy roasted garlic béchamel, rich ricotta, savory pancetta, fromage de lune and a garlic confit, on ube pizza crust.

Harvest Moon Pizza (VG) (Pizza Moon) – this vegan masterpiece features rich tomato sauce adorned with grilled artichoke hearts, Divina tomatoes and roasted peppers, topped with Castelvetrano olives and arugula for a crisp finish

Rigatoni Meteor Melt (Pizza Moon) – Blast off with this delectable dish featuring hearty rigatoni, handmade meatballs, rich marinara sauce, fresh basil and gooey provolone cheese for a flavor explosion that will leave you wanting more.

Rocket Fuel (Pizza Moon) – Crisp chopped romaine is drizzled with creamy Caesar dressing and topped with generous shavings of grated parmesan and moon cheese. It’s the perfect complement any meal.

Brownie Eclipse (Pizza Moon) – Don’t forget dessert! Dip into this warm gooey brownie with a tasty chocolate hazelnut spread and topped with crushed chocolate and creme sandwich cookies.

Waturi Punch (CelesTiki) – guests can transport to an island oasis with a refreshing blend of rum, bitters and fruit juices

Frozen Mudslide (CelesTiki) – Treat yourself to a frosty blend of dark rum, espresso liqueur, crème de cacao and heavy cream, topped off with a drizzle of chocolate syrup and whipped cream.

Frozen Pina Colada (CelesTiki) – Escape to paradise with this refreshing blend of rum, lime juice, cream of coconut and pineapple juice, and a touch of smoked sea salt, finished with a juicy pineapple wedge and vibrant fronds.

Kunuku Daiquiri (CelesTiki) – Savor the vibrant flavors of our daiquiri mocktail. This delightful mix of strawberry puree, lime juice, simple syrup, and strawberry essence with a hint of smoked sea salt is a refreshing treat for thirsty explorers.

Branca Colada (CelesTiki) – This cocktail blends rum, lime juice, pineapple juice, passion fruit puree and cream of coconut together with a lime wheel for the perfect tiki vibe.

Meteor Strike (Bar Zenith) – a cosmic blend of 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 (Bar Zenith) – Elevate your spirit with this refreshing blend of dry gin, raspberry liqueur, zesty lemon juice and simple syrup. Blackberries on a charming flower knot finish this creative cocktail.

Mojit-eor (Bar Zenith) – Ignite your tastebuds with this invigorating concoction, featuring light rum, fresh lime juice simple syrup and a splash of mint essence A sprig of mint and a lime wheel complete this feel-good sipper.

Cosmos-Politan (Bar Zenith) – Enjoy this tantalizing mix of 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 (Bar Zenith) – Blast off with our Star-garita. This vibrant mix of tequila, blue curaçao, fresh lime juice and agave syrup is enhanced with a sprinkle of smoked sea salt and garnished with a lime wheel.

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UNIVERSAL HELIOS GRAND HOTEL

A first look at some of the dishes that will be available at the hotel located adjacent to the theme park were also shared:

Charred Octopus (Bar Helios) – This dish is a kaleidoscope of brilliant colors and flavors. Delectable, charred octopus is served with crispy herb potatoes, briny olives, creamy salsa verde and brassica leaves

Scallop Crudo (Bar Helios) – Savor this sea lover’s dish, featuring fresh raw scallops in a sour orange vin sauce, paired with crisp Persian cucumber slivers, zesty Aleppo pepper, crisp serrano peppers, and topped with crunchy pistachios

Heritage Tomato & Burrata Salad (Flora Taverna) – Indulge in this light and refreshing salad, featuring fresh heirloom tomatoes, creamy burrata, agave walnuts, Reggiano pesto, delicate microgreens, and topped with mostarda – pure bliss

Shish Kebabs (Flora Taverna) – The finest flavors from ocean and land have merged. Za’atar chicken, spicy harissa prawns and pimento spiced beef are served with a sauce trio of Moroccan herbs, rich garlic, and tangy daqoos

Whole Branzino (Flora Taverna) – This whole butterflied Branzino is expertly grilled and served with tangy pickled tomato gribiche, fresh citrus, and vibrant chermoula (Moroccan Herb Sauce), perfect for seafood lovers

Mezzes & Spreads (Flora Taverna) – Nosh on this assortment of rich baba ghanoush, marinated olives, muhammara, hummus, tzatziki, whipped summer feta, and roasted red pepper dip, all served with warm focaccia, pita, and lavash bread

See our video for even more food details. Additional details for all of these dining locations and more can be found at the official Epic Universe website. This new theme park, as well as the Helios Grand Hotel will have their grand opening on May 22, 2025.

Be sure to check out our recent construction and news update for more information on Epic Universe, which opens in just 100 days from today!

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