Every time a new theme park event rolls around, the one question on everyone’s mind is what kind of new magical food and drink offerings will manifest. And, of the manifold offerings, which of these new food and drink items will be the very best of the best? So, of course, when a whole new THEME park opens, the United States’ first modern theme park in over 20 years, the anticipation over the best new food and drink items reaches a fever pitch. Happily, Universal Orlando invited Nerdist to run around its incredible new park, Universal Epic Universe, AND sample some of its finest fare. From wacky concoctions, to themed fantasies, to just purely darn good bites, we’ve narrowed down everything we sampled to the 7 best food and drink offerings you can eat (and sip) at Universal Epic Universe.
Let’s dig into our guide to the most delectable snacks in the park.
Our Guide to the Best Food & Drink at Universal Epic Universe
Epic Universe’s DK Crush Float Is Chaotic BUT Refreshing
Food Item Found in: Epic Universe’s Super Nintendo World, Donkey Kong Country, The Bubbly Barrel
The DK Crush Float, full name: DK Crush Float with Mug Tropical Banana Flavor, is a bananas drink. LITERALLY. You just have to take one look at it to know that Donkey Kong would go ape to get his hands on this one. And even though it seems like it might be overwhelming, it’s actually a SUPER refreshing drink on a scorching day.
With its swirling mound of soft serve pineapple and banana ice cream, fizzy pineapple soda, waffle bowl, star sprinkles, toffee pieces, AND caramel popcorn, you might think this drink/dessert/whirlwind would be sickly sweet, but in fact, that’s not at all the case! (We were just as surprised as you!) The pineapple and banana flavors taste very natural, and they fade with a clean sensation on your tongue and don’t feel cloying or heavy at all. The DK Crush Float leaves only a welcome freshness and no artificiality at all when you swallow it down. And the crunch of the toffee and caramel popcorn adds a nice textural component. Not to mention, the star sprinkles are so cute! It’s also definitely big enough to share, and you get a fun collectible Donkey Kong spoon and a really fabulous souvenir mug (a 10/10 keepsake).
As a final pro-tip, The Bubbly Barrel has a cute outdoor setting with many umbrellas and chairs. It’s a great place to make a pit stop before heading back into the exciting whirl of Super Nintendo World.
Dragon Fire Chicken Spire Mac & Cheese Cone Is the BEST Epic Mac & Cheese Cone
Food Item Found in: Epic Universe’s The Isle of Berk, Hooligan’s Grog & Gruel
Mac & Cheese in a bread cone with delicious toppings?! Could it get any better than that?! Answer: Only if Toothless is on the packaging. And that’s exactly why Universal Epic Universe’s Mac & Cheese Cones (found in the Isle of Berk) are one of the ULTIMATE best food items at the park. (But also just anywhere.) There’s three options to choose from, and while the PB&J (Pork, Bacon, and Jam) Max & Cheese cone IS tempting, how could you eat in the Isle of Berk and not snag the food item named for a dragon? The Dragon Fire Chicken Spire Mac & Cheese cone is the top offering in our book.
What is it exactly? Well, just imagine the creamiest mac and cheese, topped with the most savory, spicy shredded chicken, and finished with just a touch of honeyed sweetness. That’s an item worthy of keeping in the dragon hoard if you ask us If you don’t simply gobble it down first. Officially, here’s the description of this delicious Epic Universe food item. It’s a “creamy mac & cheese” topped “with Nashville style pulled chicken, hot honey, Calabrian peppers, chimichurri, and crispy onions served in a crunchy cone.” YUM. This mac & cheese cone will fill you up for a good long while. Plus, you can take it on the go.
As a bonus, the container the cone comes in is super cute and features an adorable stylized Toothless. It’s not a souvenir like the DK Crush Float mug, but it also doesn’t cost any extra. This is absolutely one of the best of the best food items at Universal Epic Universe.
Dark Universe’s Monocane Mocktail Brings Narrative and Fizz to the Party, Making it One of Our Best Epic Universe Drinks
Drink Found in: Epic Universe’s Dark Universe, The Burning Blade Tavern
A good theme park food or drink item brings theming to the table. But the BEST theme park snacks bring narrative to the experience, and that’s exactly what Epic Universe’s Monocane Mocktail delivers to its sippers. What is Monocane, you ask? Well, it just so happens to be the fictional drug that turned the Invisible Man invisible. And if you meet him in Dark Universe, he’ll direct you to take a sip and find out if you’re worthy of being part of the invisible club, too. We are obsessed with the fact that the Monocane Mocktail isn’t just a fun drink a character might enjoy or could belong in a world, but is actually bringing one of Dark Universe’s stories to life.
That said, we are also obsessed with the color. A green drink like that does not come around every day, and just looking at the Monocane Mocktail fills us with glee. It also helps that it is REALLY good AND it glitters. So you know, we’re totally sold. The drink is sweet, but not too sweet, and nicely combines “pineapple syrup, blue raspberry syrup, passion fruit syrup, emerald prism powder, Sprite.” The Monocane Mocktail is at once a pretty complex flavor combination and infinitely sippable. It’s sweet, but not too sweet, and really delightfully fizzy. It also comes in a souvenir flask that will make you feel like you’re a mad scientist yourself. Plus, you’ll find it in the Burning Blade Tavern, and is there anything about The Burning Blade Tavern that isn’t cool? Ask yourself. Sip on this cocktail, chat with monster hunters, and catch an explosion of fire, all while knowing you’re drinking one of the best drinks at Epic Universe.
DID WE MENTION IT GLITTERS?
Yoshi’s Red Shell Calzone Is Worth Biting Into
Food Item Found in: Epic Universe’s Super Nintendo World, Yoshi’s Snack Shack
Ah, the dreaded red shell in Mario Kart. How many times have we been in first place, only for a red shell to knock us off course? But now, we can pay those darn scarlet shells back for all the trouble they’ve caused by biting right into the middle of them. Yes, you can snack on red shells at Universal Epic Universe, and they’re one of the best food items you can find anywhere in the park. When we judge theme park food, we’re always thinking about what is delicious in the moment, but will keep us full later. And Yoshi’s Red Shell Calzone checks both marks.
Basically, you’re carboloading when you chow down on this one, but there’s some protein in there, too. And every part of the Red Shell Calzone is steaming and savory. Plus it’s got a great texture all the way through. The shell is crunchy on the outside, but soft inside, and the sauce and cheese enough are heavy, but not too heavy. It’s also very easy to carry around as you walk. Plus, it’s just SO CUTE. And SO RED. It really looks like a red shell from the game. And anyone who has tried to shape bread knows that’s quite the feat.
Sip the Snow Wraith ICEE While Visiting the Snow Wraith
Drink Found in: Epic Universe’s The Isle of Berk, Hooligan’s Grog & Gruel
If you’re at Universal Epic Universe, chances are you’re experiencing a hot day. And what’s better on a hot day than an ICEE? Only a Snow Wraith ICEE, themed to perfection and available right next to its namesake. If you didn’t already know, Universal’s Epic Universe is FULL of dragon animatronics that bring all the magic of the franchise to life at all times, even when you’re just casually walking around. And one of the most impressive denizens of the land is the Snow Wraith, who grins with all his teeth and roars icy mist at passerby.
But what you might not know is that the Snow Wraith has his own drink. And if you visit him, you’re basically honor-bound to get it. This cooling, icy drink tastes of blue raspberry and pina colada. It’s surprisingly light and not too sweet at all. But it is satisfyingly carbonated and perfectly slushy on a scorching day.
It also comes with a color-changing straw, which kids (and adults) will love seeing in action. Plus, it’s a beautiful pale blue. Take yours and then visit the Snow Wraith in all his glory.
Warm Hearted Cinnamon Bites Are Literally the BEST Food Item in Universal Epic Universe
Food Item Found in: Epic Universe’s Dark Universe, De Lacey’s Cottage
Listen, are the Warm Hearted Cinnamon Bites the most themed food item in Universal Epic Universe? No. Are they the most elaborate food item in Universal Epic Universe? No. And so when I say they are one of the BEST food items at Universal Epic Universe, does that truly mean something? YES. The Warm Hearted Cinnamon Bites don’t have anything to fall back on except flavor. But woah, do they deliver. When I ordered them, I was going to ask for a half serving because I truly didn’t think I’d be able to eat the eight that come in an order. But yeah, I ate them. I absolutely did.
These cinnamon roll bites were light, fluffy, and sweet, very sweet, but so delicious. They weren’t heavy or oily at all. The dough of the warm cinnamon sugar donut bites was soft like a cloud, and the cream cheese icing was divine. The streusel on top added a warm, brown sugar crunch. And all of it was just so, so good. I am salivating right now just thinking about it. The Warm Hearted Cinnamon Bites definitely warmed my heart.
Bonus Tip: Right around the corner from De Lacey’s Cottage is a quiet, shady nook of Frankenstein Manor. It’s a great place to sit and snack.
Frank & Friends Pretzel Is the Best Pretzel in Universal Epic Universe
Food Item Found in: Epic Universe’s Dark Universe, De Lacey’s Cottage
A theme park pretzel is a time-honored tradition. And, of course, it’s a really good pretzel, flaky, salty, soft, and buttery. A melt-in-your-mouth pretzel! But, obviously, you can just take a look at the Frank & Friends, aka Frankenstein, pretzel and know why it’s one of the best food items at Universal Epic Universe. Could you imagine a more fun pretzel than that? It follows in the great tradition of the Shrekzel, but brings even more fun details to the table.
Just imagine all the fun you’ll have, first, becoming Frankenstein with this pretzel, and then devouring it. Hey, you’re at a theme park, you’ve got to play with your food.
There Are So Many Delicious Foods and Drinks at Universal Epic Universe
And that rounds out our list of the best food and drink items you can find at Universal Epic Universe. But, of course, there are so many more things to try and taste when visiting the brand new park. We’d be here all day if we tried to list everything delicious. But hopefully, our food and drink guide will lead you straight to some happy snacking during your time at Epic Universe and help cut through the overwhelming amount of choices!
If you need us, we’ll be dreaming of Mac & Cheese Cones and Monocane Mocktails.
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