Renowned as one of the world’s top theme parks, Universal Studios’ Islands of Adventure in Orlando is teeming with thrills and spills, white-knuckle rides, and epic experiences for the whole family.
But all that adrenaline-pumping is hungry work. Luckily, alongside the unforgettable attractions, Islands of Adventure has numerous dining places where visitors can relax and refuel, with something to please even the fussiest of eaters.
Check out our comprehensive guide to the best restaurants in Islands Of Adventure, for the ultimate lowdown on where to grab the best grub!
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List of Islands of Adventure restaurants by zone
- Port of Entry
- Seuss Landing
- The Lost Continent
- Jurassic Park
- Toon Lagoon
- Marvel Super Hero Island
- Hogsmede
Port of Entry restaurants
Confisco Grille
- Dining type: Full service, meals, and snacks
- Open for: Lunch and dinner
- Online reservations available
- Open 11am until park closing
Confisco Grille is a fantastic place to stop for a bite to eat, particularly for families with lots of different tastes! This full-service restaurant has an eclectic menu inspired by a melting pot of cuisines from all over the world. So whether you’re in the mood for Asian flavors, a Mediterranean meal, or something fresh and healthy, this is a great place to find it.
There is also a bar service available for guests over the age of 21 with photo ID.
Croissant Moon Bakery
- Dining type: Quick service, snacks
- Open for: Breakfast, lunch & dinner
- Mobile ordering available
Croissant Moon Bakery is one of Island of Adventures’ best places to stop for a quick bite at any time of day. They are particularly known for their delightful baked goods, including continental croissants, Danish pastries, and mammoth sandwiches. Because it is a quick-service place, no reservation is required, and you can make a quick pit-stop for a tasty snack before heading off to enjoy more of the park, whatever the time of day.
Croissant Moon Bakery also serves a variety of drinks, including creamy milkshakes, coffees, and alcoholic beverages for those over 21.
Cinnabon
- Dining type: Quick service, snacks & drinks
- Open for: Breakfast and snacks
- Mobile food ordering available
- 8am – 10pm every day except Friday and Saturday, when it is open 7am – 2pm
Is there anything more comforting than a steaming, sticky, sweet Cinnabon? We don’t think so, and neither does Universal Studios, because they have got an outlet dedicated to this classic sweet treat. Opt for the original Cinnabon Cinnamon rolls, or mix it up with Caramel Pecanbon Rolls and Cinnabon Stix. This is another quick-service restaurant in the Port Of Entry zone, so it’s ideal for a speedy snack on the go.
You can also get a selection of cool drinks from Cinnabon, including specialty cold brews using the irresistible cinnamon flavors that the chain is famous for.
Backwater Bar
- Dining type: Full service-bar and snacks
- Open for: Lunch and dinner
- 11am – 10am most days except Friday and Saturday, when it is open 10am – 6pm
Find a bit of peace and quiet amongst the mayhem of Universal Studios at the Backwater Bar, hidden away behind Confisco Grille. This laid-back watering hole is a great place to relax with a cool drink on a hot day, enjoy a game on the indoor television or kick back on the outdoor patio.
The Backwater Bar is a full-service bar that serves a selection of hot appetizers, entrees, and handheld sandwiches complete with French fries, for lunch and dinner, alongside a stacked menu of soft and alcoholic drinks for those with ID.
Starbucks
- Dining type: Quick service, snacks, and drinks
- Open for: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
You can’t go far these days without coming across this incredibly popular coffee place, and Universal’s Islands of Adventure is no different. Perk yourself up with a fresh-brewed coffee from the extensive menu, and for an extra treat, why not grab a delicious pastry or sandwich to go along with it? This is the perfect one-stop-shop for a little refuel before you head back out to tackle the rides at Islands of Adventure.
Seuss Landing restaurants
Circus McGurkus Cafe Stoo-pendous
- Dining type: Quick service, snacks, meals, and drinks
- Open for: Lunch and dinner
- 11am – 4pm daily
- Mobile food ordering available
Immerse yourself in the quirky imagination of Dr. Seuss, when you experience a memorable meal at Circus McGurkus Cafe Stoo-pendous, admiring the strange creatures performing acrobatic tricks overhead in this weird and wonderful eatery. The menu is full of family-friendly delights, such as cheeseburgers and pizza, with plenty of entertainment to keep you on the edge of your seat while you enjoy the delicious food on offer.
This is a super-colorful, feast for the eyes, sensory explosion of a restaurant that you’re certain to remember long after you leave.
Green and Eggs and Ham Cafe
- Dining type: Quick service, snacks, and drinks
- Open for: Lunch and dinner
- Weekdays 10am – 7pm, Saturday 10am – 6pm, Sunday 10am – 8pm
It’s not hard to find the Green Eggs and Ham Cafe, even amongst the multi-colored jumble of Seuss Landing. Simply lookout for the enormous green ham-shaped building with a fork sticking out of it. Once there, you can enjoy an array of snacks and treats worthy of the wacky mind of Dr. Seuss himself.
Opt for a box of Green Eggs and Ham tater tots, or sink your teeth into a can of Who Hash. Fans of the classic Seuss story will never want to leave.
Hop on Pop Ice Cream Shop
- Dining type: Quick service, snacks, and drinks
- Open for: Lunch and dinner
- Weekdays 12pm – 8pm, Saturday 12pm – 7pm, and Sunday 12pm – 9pm
Make a refreshing stop at this Seuss-tastic ice cream shop for fun and fabulous frozen concoctions. The most popular snack at this Islands of Adventure eatery is the Sundae On A Stick, a frozen block of creamy vanilla ice cream, dipped in chocolate and then covered in your choice of topping. You can also get soft drinks here, including various sodas and root beer floats. This restaurant is sure to be a hit with every member of the family looking forward to sinking their teeth into something super sweet.
Moose Juice, Goose Juice
- Dining type: Quick service, snacks, and drinks
- Open for: Lunch and dinner
- Weekdays 9am – 9pm, Saturday 9am – 8pm, and Sunday 8am – 10pm
If, like the Moose and the Goose from Dr. Seuss’s Sleep Book, you dream of finding a juice made just for you, stop by this fabulously fruity snack store and grab a frozen juice, soda, or sweet snack. This is a fantastic space to stop for a few moments and to catch your breath in between the adrenalin-spiking rides, before you carry on with your day. And with a fabulous menu of beverages catering to plenty of tastes, everybody is certain to find something to help refuel them for the day.
The Lost Continent restaurants
Mythos Restaurant
- Dining type: Full service, meals
- Open for: Lunch and dinner
- Reservations available online
- Friday to Monday and Wednesday – 10.30am – 10pm, Tuesday 10.30am – 9pm, and Thursday 10.30am – 6pm
The jewel in Island of Adventure’s dining crown, Mythos is an award-winning restaurant heralded by many as the best place to eat at Universal Studios. This elegant full-service eatery evokes the stories and mythology of long-lost cultures and boasts a menu packed with delicious dishes inspired by Mediterranean, Asian and American cuisine. There is also a separate children’s menu available, so it is the perfect full-service restaurant to head to for an awe-inspired dining experience for the whole family.
Fire Eater’s Grill
- Dining type: Quick service, snacks, and drinks
- Open for: Lunch and dinner
- Monday – Thursday and Sunday, 10am – 9pm, Friday 10am – 1.30am, and Saturday, 10am – 9pm
- Mobile food ordering available
This popular place is renowned throughout Universal Studios for its tasty grilled meats and veggies, with a menu boasting delicacies such as gyros, hot dogs, and salads. This speedy snack venue also serves drinks, of the soft and alcoholic kind, and is ideal for a quick bite between attractions. If you like flavorsome dishes that pack a spicy punch, then this is the perfect place to stop off to grab a midday bite.
Doc Sugrue’s Desert Kebab House
- Dining type: Quick service, snacks, and drinks
- Open for: Lunch and dinner
- Open daily 11am – 8pm
Follow your nose to this tasty grill serving up Mediterranean-inspired kebabs and skewers. The scent of the kebabs will be filling the air, so if your stomach wasn’t already rumbling, it certainly will be the closer you get to the kebab house. From light and juicy chicken kebabs to griddled veggies and crisp Greek salads, this is one of the best places to grab a quick and healthy snack at Islands of Adventure.
Jurassic Park restaurants Universal
Pizza Predattoria
- Dining type: Quick service, snacks, and drinks
- Open for: Lunch and dinner
- Sunday – Thursday 11am – 6pm, Friday and Saturday 11am – 2am
- Mobile food ordering available
For all you ravenous raptors out there, this dino-mite eatery is the place to go to satisfy a mammoth appetite. Located near the Raptor Encounter, Pizza Predattoria serves up delicious slices, subs, and salads, with options for both carnivores and herbivores. Not only will these classic Italian dishes please all taste buds, but the roar-some atmosphere of the restaurant will certainly help to create a memorable experience for your little ones. You can take your food away to enjoy elsewhere in Islands of Adventure or stick close by to grab your seconds – whatever suits you.
The Burger Digs
- Dining type: Quick service, snacks, and drinks
- Open for: Lunch and dinner
Just outside of the Dinosaur Discovery Center, this is where budding paleontologists come to dig into a meal after they’ve finished exploring the parks. Tasty sandwiches, juicy burgers, and chicken tenders are just some of the items on the menu, with typical fast-food style dishes and classic American cuisine. This is a great place to pause for some quick refueling, for those on-the-go individuals and families who are simple raring to get back to the thrills and excitement of the park.
Thunder Falls Terrace
- Dining type: Quick service, snacks, meals, and drinks
- Open for: Lunch and dinner
- Sunday to Thursday 10am – 9pm, and Friday and Saturday 10am – 1am.
- Mobile food ordering available
One for the carnivores amongst us, Thunder Falls Terrace is a meat lover’s dream, with a menu including rotisserie chicken, BBQ ribs, and smoked turkey legs. If a T-Rex were looking for a restaurant, it’s this one they would choose! While you chow down, you can enjoy the view of thrill-seekers getting soaked on the Jurassic Park River Adventure just outside the restaurant. For the veggies amongst you, there are also dishes such as rice bowls and salads on offer here too.
The Watering Hole
- Dining type: Quick service, snacks, and drinks
- Open for: Lunch and dinner
- Sunday – Thursday 10am – 10pm, Friday and Saturday 10am – 2am
You don’t have to travel back through time to find the best place to quench your thirst at Islands of Adventure; you can simply pay a visit to The Watering Hole! Refreshing drinks are on order here, from beer and wine to frozen cocktails and fountain sodas. You can also grab a snack to keep rumbling tummies at bay. After all, the only thing you want to hear growling in Jurassic Park is the dinosaurs! With outdoor seating in the shade of an umbrella, you can enjoy the warmth and bustle of the park as you tuck into your meal.
Toon Lagoon restaurants
Comic Strip Cafe
- Dining type: Quick service, snacks, meals, and drinks
- Open for: Lunch and dinner
- 11am – 6pm daily
Step out of reality and into a cartoon world at the Comic Strip Cafe, a place where you dine amongst tales of popular characters from throughout history. The menu is varied and inspired by several cuisines, so there is something for all taste buds, including sandwiches, salads, arepas, and ramen, all served in inspiring, busy surroundings with plenty to catch your eye and create an interesting and memorable dining experience.
Cathy’s Ice Cream
- Dining type: Quick service, snacks, and drinks
- Open for: Lunch and dinner
- 11.30 – 9pm daily
Named after Cathy Guisewite’s beloved cartoon character, this delicious ice cream shop serves up full scoops of irresistible sundaes, shakes, and waffle cones. It’s one of the best snacks at Islands of Adventure to cool off in the infamous Florida heat. And with late opening hours up until 9pm, it’s also the perfect place to grab a frozen treat at the end of the day, before you head off to your luxury vacation home.
Blondie’s: Home of the Dagwood
- Dining type: Quick service, snacks, and drinks
- Open for: Lunch and dinner
Adore sandwiches? Then you’ll love Blondie’s deli which specializes in stacked sandwiches consisting of numerous meat options, cheesing, vegetables, and dressings. These are no ordinary sandwiches, as you can get footlongs, deli-style, and even the Dagwood sandwich, which is piled high with various toppings. All sandwiches at Blondie’s are freshly made to order.
Wimpy’s
- Dining type: Quick service, snacks, meals, and drinks
- Open for: Lunch and dinner
- 11am – 8pm daily
If it’s a quick and simple burger and fries that you’re craving, head straight to Wimpy’s. From towering double cheeseburgers to crispy chicken fingers, served with a helping of curly fries and chased down with cooling ice cream, this is a great spot where even the pickiest eaters can find something to their liking. Serving up classic American dishes with amazing portions to ensure you’re full and refuelled, ready to tackle the rest of the day, head to Wimpy’s for a truly decent meal.
Restaurants at Marvel Super Hero Island
Cafe 4
- Dining type: Quick service, meals, snacks, and drinks
- Open for: Lunch and dinner
- Sunday – Thursday 10am – 10pm, Friday and Saturday 10am – 2am
- Mobile food ordering available
Make your hunger vanish faster than The Invisible Woman at Cafe 4, hidden in the Fantastic 4’s headquarters in the Baxter Building. Cafe 4 is an Italian-style quick-service diner, where you can chow down on family-favorite dishes including spaghetti and meatballs, pizza, and chicken parmesan. This is the perfect place to grab a quick bite in a super speedy restaurant, with décor that is sure to excite your little superheroes.
Marvel Character Dinner at Cafe 4
Take your meal to superheroic new heights with a Marvel Character Dinner event. Enjoy the delicious dishes at Cafe 4 in the company of your favorite Marvel characters, in this separate ticket experience. Characters change on a rota basis, so you’re never sure who’s going to show up! Tickets for the Marvel Character Dinner must be pre-booked online. The package costs $24.99 for a child age 3 – 9, and $49.99 for those aged 10 and above, and includes a buffet, a soft drink, and a digital photo.
Captain America Diner
- Dining type: Quick service, meal, snacks, and drinks
- Open for: Lunch and dinner
- Monday – Thursday 11am – 8pm, Friday and Saturday 11am – 1am, and Sunday 11am – 9pm
- Mobile food ordering available
This star-spangled restaurant is the place for budding superheroes and SHIELD agents to grab a quick bite amongst décor and artwork featuring the greatest Marvel icons. Feast on a selection of all-American classics such as cheeseburgers and chicken sandwiches, with a fantastic menu available that is sure to please everyone. And after dinner, your little ones will certainly be inspired to head out there and save the world.
Chill Ice Cream
- Dining type: Quick service, snacks, and drinks
- Open for: Lunch and dinner
- 12pm – 6pm daily
We can’t all be as cool as Tony Stark, but with a stop at Chill Ice Cream, you’ll certainly beat the Florida heat. Serving up cones and cups of Häagen-Dazs® with a variety of toppings and treats, you can customize your own marvelous cold snack – just the thing to help you refuel before fighting the forces of evil. You can also grav ice cream floats, sundaes, milkshakes, and even freshly baked waffle cones. This is the perfect place for a quick respite before the adventure continues.
Restaurants at Hogsmede
Three Broomsticks
- Dining type: Quick service, snacks, meals, and drinks
- Open for: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- 8am – 10pm Sunday to Thursday, Friday and Saturday 7am – 2am
If a busy day at Universal Studios has you longing for a magical meal, then pull up a chair at the Three Broomsticks. Fashioned after the eatery of the same name in the Harry Potter books and movies, this archaic English-style pub serves up British classics including fish and chips, turkey legs, and shepherd’s pie. You can also add a touch of Hogwarts to your meal with a refreshing glass of Butterbeer, or something a little stronger for guests over 21. This is an absolute must visit for any fans of the Harry Potter universe, as you will feel as if you’ve been dropped straight into the pages of this magical world. Make sure you finish up your meal to get back to class on time!
Hog’s Head
- Dining type: Quick service, snacks, and drinks
- Open for: Lunch and dinner
- 10am – 6pm daily except Saturday, which is open 10am – 7pm
Head to the back of the Three Broomsticks to find this traditional English pub, complete with snarling hog’s head over the bar! This is the place to come if you fancy a Butterbeer or Pumpkin Juice, and they even do a hearty selection of muggle beverages too, including alcoholic drinks as long as you have ID. This is another stunning venue that is unmissable when you pay a visit to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter.
Islands of Adventure restaurants summary
Full-service restaurants at Islands Of Adventure
If you want to take a break from the thrills, spills, and excitement of Universal Studios, you can opt for a sit-down meal at one of Island of Adventure’s full-service restaurants. These restaurants can be booked online in advance, which is worth doing if you want to secure a seat.
There are two full-service restaurants at Universal’s Islands of Adventure, which you can find more details about above;
- Confisco Grille at The Point of Entry
- Mythos at The Lost Continent
Quick service restaurants at Islands of Adventure
Sometimes there is just so much to do and see, that you’d rather grab a quick bite to eat and move on to the next ride or attraction. Islands of Adventure is well-catered for quick-service restaurants, with the majority of eateries being set up for food on the go. You don’t need a reservation to eat in any of these places, so they can get busy and lines will be long at peak times. To avoid standing in queues for ages, try to plan your snack breaks outside of popular eating times.
List of quick-service restaurants at Islands of Adventure
- Croissant Moon Bakery at The Point of Entry
- Starbucks at The Point of Entry
- Cinnabon at The Point of Entry
- Backwater Bar at The Point of Entry
- Circus McGurkus Cafe Stoo-pendous at Seuss Landing
- Green and Eggs and Ham Cafe at Seuss Landing
- Hop on Pop Ice Cream Shop
- Moose Juice, Goose Juice at Seuss Landing
- Fire Eater’s Grill at The Lost Continent
- The Burger Digs at Jurassic Park
- Thunder Falls Terrace at Jurassic Park
- The Watering Hole at Jurassic Park
- Predatorria Pizza at Jurassic Park
- Comic Strip Cafe at Toon Lagoon
- Cathay’s Ice Cream at Toon Lagoon
- Blondie’s at Toon Lagoon
- Wimpy’s at Toon Lagoon
- Cafe 4 at Marvel Super Hero Island
- Captain America Diner at Marvel Super Hero Island
- Chill Ice Cream at Marvel Super Hero Island
- Three Broomsticks at Hogsmede
- The Hog’s Head at Hogsmede
Vegan options at Islands of Adventure
Knowing where to go to get great vegan food can be tricky, and no one wants to spend ages traipsing from place to place trying to find something suitable for their lunch. Islands of Adventure has a lot of great places that serve plant-based and vegetarian food, meaning that veggie lovers will be spoilt for choice on their Universal vacation.
Places that offer a choice of vegetarian and/or vegan food at Islands of Adventure
- Confisco Grille at The Point of Entry
- Croissant Moon Bakery at The Point of Entry
- Starbucks at The Point of Entry
- Cinnabon at The Point of Entry
- Cafe 4 at Marvel Super Hero Island
- Captain America Diner at Marvel Super Hero Island
- Chill Ice Cream at Marvel Super Hero Island
- Comic Strip Cafe at Toon Lagoon
- Cathay’s Ice Cream at Toon Lagoon
- Blondie’s at Toon Lagoon
- The Burger Digs at Jurassic Park
- Three Broomsticks at Hogsmede
- The Hog’s Head at Hogsmede
- Moose Juice, Goose Juice at Seuss Landing
- Circus McGurkus Cafe Stoo-pendous at Seuss Landing
- Doc Sugrue’s Desert Kebab House at The Lost Continent
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