You’ve been on the rides, experienced the thrills, and met your all-time favourite movie characters, next up on your Universal Studios Orlando adventure: the Universal CityWalk!
First time around Universal Studios in Orlando? Here’s everything you need to know to make your trip shine!
Universal CityWalk - The Epicenter of Awesome
Mark your maps, because this is one giant entertainment hub in Florida you don’t want to miss! Located right beside Universal Studios Orlando and Islands of Adventure, CityWalk is a vibrant shopping and dining district that adds to your theme park experience.
Welcome to CityWalk! Image credits: @wishuponatravels on Instagram
From famous food joints to groovy clubs, CityWalk will keep the entire family fed, busy, and entertained from day to night! The best part is you can stroll around the block FREE of charge. The Epicenter of Awesome, aka CityWalk, is open daily from 8:00 AM to 2:00 AM, perfect for wrapping up the night after an action-packed day at Universal Studios Orlando.
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Where is CityWalk?
This lively downtown stands right at the centre of Universal's Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios Florida. If you’re coming from either theme parks, it’s an easy 5 to 10-minute stroll to its gates.
Citywalk’s a pretty tight location so you can find heaps to do in the space without having to walk far. It’s also in a convenient spot so you can grab a nightcap before heading back to your hotel for the night,
What’s there to eat and drink at CityWalk?
Only the best booze and bites in Florida of course! Whether it’s your first time visiting CityWalk or your hundredth, there are tons of dining and drinking choices to choose from, and we’re here to help. Below are just a few of our CityWalk faves you have to try:
- Bigfire
- Cowfish
- NBC Sports Grill & Brew
- Red Oven Pizza Bakery
- Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.
- Pat O’ Brien’s
- Bread Box
- Hot Dog Hall of Fame
- Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville
- Antojitos Authentic Mexican Food
- The Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen
- Voodoo Doughnut
- Hard Rock Cafe
- Bob Marley – A Tribute to Freedom
- Rising Star
Best dines at Universal CityWalk
1. Bigfire
Gather around for some jolly good time with the entire family at Bigfire. Image credits: @bestoforlando on Instagram
Bigfire puts the A in appetizing with its fire-kissed cuisines. Watch your T-Bone steak get grilled and cooked over an open flame while you enjoy the smoky goodness of Bigfire’s Smoked Amber Beer. And while the adults talk, the kids can roast the perfect s’mores right on the table. From steaks to s’mores, you’ll be full in no time!
What to order: Smoked Amber Beer, Bourbon Cheese Fondue, Cowboy Ribeye
2. Cowfish
Today’s menu: shakes, sushis, and burgushis. Image credits: @thecowfishsbb on Instagram
Is it a burger? Sushi? Or both? Good luck having everyone in the family guess! Cowfish, the best Japanese bistro on the block, makes a wicked fare of Burgushi, the flawless fusion of American burgers and Japanese sushis. Take your pick between Bison Burgushi and Cheese Borgooshi, or savour all the flavours with a Cowfish Bento Box for only $18—yum!
What to order: The All-American Bacon Double Cheeseburgooshi, Flamin' Salmon Roll, Zipang Sparkling Sake
3. NBC Sports Grill & Brew
Feast your eyes on the biggest pretzel in town! Image credits: @3.girls.1.plate on Instagram
Step inside NBC Sports Grill & Brew and catch up on the latest leagues! Whether it’s the NBA or the local Aussie footy, this cosy sports bar in CityWalk comes packed with draft beer, classic American burgers and steaks, and a hundred high-definition screens to stream your games. Now, how’s that for a unique sports dining experience?
What to order: Large Warm Soft Pretzel, NBC Classic, Smokehouse Stack
4. Red Oven Pizza Bakery
What’s the easiest way to please the entire family (besides desserts)? Five letters: P-I-Z-Z-A. From toddlers to adults, everybody loves a good slice of oven-baked pizza, kneaded and prepped to perfection—just like how it’s done at Red Oven Pizza Bakery. Every pizza ordered at Red Oven is made to order and baked in an incredible 900° stone-lined oven, so they come out all warm and toasty!
What to order: Fennel Sausage Pizza, Big Eye Pepperoni
5. Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.
Get your shrimp on! Image credits: @min_chayisara on Instagram
When it comes to seafood, nothing beats Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.’s amazing underwater menu. From fresh fish to clams, the restaurant whips up a mean serving of ocean delights. Ready your bellies for Forrest’s Seafood Feast, a scrumptious meal of fish and chips, seafood hush pups, and every imaginable shrimp dish you can think of! Still, if you’re craving American classics, they also offer baby back ribs, fried chicken, and the best Southern dishes in Florida to boot!
What to order: Forrest's Seafood Feast, Shrimper’s Heaven, Dixie Style Baby Back Ribs
6. Pat O’ Brien’s
Here’s a toast to great adventures at Universal Studios and CityWalk! Image credits: @raychillychows on Instagram
Or perhaps you prefer your seafood with a New Orleans twist? Pat O’Brien’s puts together a feast of Bourbon Street-style dishes and sultry cocktails. Treat your taste buds with a hearty fare of Crawfish Étouffée, Bayou Blackened Redfish, as well as a Bayou Burger for the meat lovers! As for drinks, Hurricane®will have you settling down for a night of riotous revelry at CityWalk’s very own “bayou” bar.
What to order: Bag of Beignets, N'awlins Shrimp Po'Boy, Hurricane® (for the adults only!)
7. Bread Box
Bread Box’s BLTA bacon, lettuce, tomato, and avocado sandwich, will have you coming back for more. Image credits: @thedisneytravelguy on Instagram
Mum’s sandwiches may be the best in the world, but Bread Box’s Hot Turkey Sandwich sure does come close! This retro-style corner deli is a relaxing spot to enjoy a quick meal with the family with servings of cold and hot sandwiches, refreshing salads, and warm soup to pair well with cold bites.
What to order: Hot Turkey Sandwich, Steak & Cheese Melt, Spring Salad
8. Hot Dog Hall of Fame
Aside from your classic franks, the menu items also include gluten-free hot dogs for those on a healthy diet. Image credits: @dallasceliac on Instagram
While in the USA, have a hot dog! These classic American buns are a fan fave and Hot Dog Hall of Fame serves them steaming hot. Menu items include New York-style franks slathered with sauerkraut and spicy mustard to transport you to the Big Apple. Or, if you prefer Chicago’s deep-fried goodness, try their Chicago-style buns with poppy seed and all-beef hot dog. These quick bites are the perfect to-go’s before venturing off to Universal theme park adventures!
What to order: Chicago Hot Dog (our personal fave), Footlong Dog, Budweiser Draft Beer
Had your fill of food, and now you’re hungry for adventures? Check out the best rides in Universal Studios!
9. Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville
Beach vibes without the sands are exactly what Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville is! Food, fun, and entertainment abound in this tropical paradise. Enjoy live music indoors while dining on island faves including Grilled Fish Tacos, Key Lime Pie, and over 10 types of Margaritas!
What to order: Chocolate Hurricane, Lava Lava Shrimp, Grilled Fish Tacos, Cheeseburger in Paradise
10. Antojitos Authentic Mexican Food
Antojitos vibrant decors will transport you to Mexico! Image credits: @mr_banks_flies_a_kite on Instagram
We rank Antojitos as one of the best restaurants in Universal Orlando CityWalk for its delicious Mexican cuisine. Inside this festive cantina, you’ll get your bellies bursting with fresh tableside guacamole, sizzling combo fajitas, and even vegan food choices. Also, if you’re lucky enough, you can catch a live performance of the mariachi band on stage as you enjoy the fiesta!
What to order: Tableside Guacamole, Guisado, Combo Fajitas
11. The Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen
If you haven’t had a Toothsome, did you really go to CityWalk? Image credits: @simplecookrd on Instagram
Here’s one dining place in CityWalk you have to try if you’ve got a massive sweet tooth: Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen (or Toothsome, for short!)! They whip up an extraordinary dessert buffet of gourmet chocolate, heavenly milkshakes, and sumptuous sundaes inside steampunk-inspired decors.
What to order: Birthday Cake, May Contain Nuts, Toothsome Nicoise
12. Voodoo Doughnut
The perfect pair for your midnight sweet cravings: Voodoo Doughnut. Image credits: @isadora_gomesl on Instagram
Do yourself a favour and grab a Voodoo Doughnut on your way to the parks. For quick bites in between Universal Studios Orlando and Islands of Adventure, this Portland-bred doughnut stop offers tons of deliciously (and curiously) flavoured treats, including the famous Bacon Maple Bar and Grape Ape. What do they taste like? Don’t ask us and try it for yourself…You’ll either love ‘em or you won’t get enough of ‘em!
What to order: Bacon Maple Bar, Grape Ape, Voodoo Doll, Vegan PB&J
Drinks for the adults
1. Hard Rock Cafe
Listen to your fave rock tunes here! Image credits: @pinballerina on Instagram
Get ready to rock around Universal Studios Orlando CityWalk, because Hard Rock Cafe is serving up some good food, good music, and a smashing good time! You’ll be surrounded by legends, from The Beatles to the cafe’s Legendary Burger, to tasty booze with a classic rock twist. Hard Rock Cafe Orlando is also the biggest branch in the world, so it’s definitely worth checking out!
What to drink: Rhythm & Rose Mule, Rockin’ Fresh Rita, Blackberry Sparkling Sangria
2. Bob Marley – A Tribute to Freedom
Or listen to some reggae tunes instead! If you fancy island bops over head-banging music, Bob Marley – A Tribute to Freedom will get you groovin’ to the Jamaican singer’s best hits while you indulge in Jamaican platters and tropical cocktails. We absolutely love the Island Mai Tai with its tangy taste as well as the Guava Mama with its oddly refreshing sour flavour!
What to drink: Island Mai Tai, Guava Mama, Banana Jammin’
3. Rising Star
Get ready to jam out with your BFFs! Image credits: @mecourageandlove on Instagram
Singers and music lovers gather at the Rising Star every night to belt out their favourite tunes along with a live band on stage. If you’re on the shy side, you can just sit back, relax, and enjoy the performances with a Karaoke Cocktailinstead. You do you.
What to drink: The Rising Star, Ultimate Margarita
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