As guest soar across the sky on Celestial Park’s Stardust Racers transport through the Metro-Floo in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic, another captivating experience connects all the worlds throughout the theme park. The tantalizing Epic Universe food offerings create more delicious chapters in the theme park’s culinary storytelling.
With each new menu release, the Universal Orlando Resort culinary team pushes the boundaries of what theme park food and beverage offerings can be. While there will always be room for a slice of pizza, pretzel, or popcorn, guests want to feel as if they are transported to another fantastical world when they pick up the fork. When flavor and imagination combine in perfect balance, that dish will forever be etched in a sense memory.
The vast and varied Epic Universe food offerings capture that sentiment. From a simple sweet treat to an interpretation of a Butterbeer dish, the food and beverages transport guests to another world where deliciousness is waiting to be enjoyed.
Each of the worlds have signature restaurants and quick service kiosks. While people will parse menus and rank top choices, it is the overall culinary storytelling that should be celebrated. Yes, guests will want to have plenty of space in their stomachs and dollars in their wallet to enjoy it all.
The biggest takeaway from the various food and beverage offerings is the attention to detail that adds to the storytelling. For example, in How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk, the garlic bread stuffed mac and cheese cones at Hooligan’s Grog and Gruel have options for every palate. The Goldfish topping classic option or the playful PB&J (pork, bacon, and jam) captures the sense of imagination that fills this world.
Guests are invited to embrace the playful side of food. Of course, that hearty Viking spirit is infused into the tasty grub, but is it more than heaping portions. It is that willingness to see what is possible and taste it.
In contrast, the Dark Universe area channels shadowy corners and slightly sinister curiosities. These dishes with their dark colors and robust flavors are meant to be devoured before the lurking eyes cause diners to met an unnerving end.
The visuals in the Dark Universe world are key to the overall experience. From the desserts that walk a fine line between creepy and sweet to the entrees that feel as if they were torn from a horror movie scene, the anticipation before the first bite influences the flavor.
Within the Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic, the artistic, convivial, and effervescent poshness of a Parisian street influence each of the experiences. Even before a dish is served, the choice to design the tables to face the streets is vital to capturing that authenticity in the food experience.
While everyone wants to immediately order the Butterbeer crepe, a stop at the Moonshine Bar should be a priority. Tucked into a quiet corner, the vibrant cocktails sparkle with floral flavors and lively takes on classics.
Of course, the Gigglewater can tickle your fancy and elicit a more than a murmur of delight. That elderflower prosecco sipper is perfect for the all the Hugo Spritz fans. Even a more substantial Old Fashioned will keep the whiskey drinkers happy.
Even Celestial Park finds a way to pluck its own glimmering treats from the sky. Whether guests sit a spell at Celestiki with a tropical delight or indulge in a glittery cookie just steps from the bar, it captures what the main hub of the Universal Orlando Resort theme park needed to accomplish. Uniting the worlds through a belief that anything is possible starts with flavorful food and refreshing beverages.
Epic Universe officially opens May 22, 2025. More information on tickets and packages can be found at Universal Orlando Resort’s website.