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Universal CityWalk restaurants and Universal Orlando dining

CityWalk sits between Universal's parks and is open to everyone. Here are its best restaurants, plus what to eat inside the parks.

Updated October 2026

Burgers and fries served on wooden boards
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CityWalk restaurants

CityWalk is free to enter (parking is charged), so you can eat here without a park ticket.

Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen

CityWalk · American and desserts

Steampunk chocolate factory. Order a milkshake to share, then dinner.

The Cowfish Sushi Burger Bar

CityWalk · Sushi and burgers

Sushi, burgers and "burgushi" mash-ups.

Hard Rock Cafe Orlando

CityWalk · American

One of the largest Hard Rock Cafes in the world, in a Colosseum-style building.

Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville

CityWalk · Caribbean-American

Cheeseburgers in paradise and live music.

Bob Marley: A Tribute to Freedom

CityWalk · Jamaican

Jerk chicken and reggae in a replica of Marley's Kingston home.

Antojitos Authentic Mexican Food

CityWalk · Mexican

Tacos, tableside guacamole and margaritas.

VooDoo Doughnut

CityWalk · Doughnuts

Portland's famous offbeat doughnuts, open late.

Inside the parks

Leaky Cauldron

Universal Studios Florida, Diagon Alley · British

Fish and chips, bangers and mash, and Butterbeer in the Wizarding World.

Three Broomsticks

Islands of Adventure, Hogsmeade · British

Hearty platters and a spot to try Butterbeer in Hogsmeade.

Mythos Restaurant

Islands of Adventure · Global

Islands of Adventure's table-service restaurant, set inside a carved rock grotto. Universal plans to close it in 2027, so go while you can.

Finnegan's Bar & Grill

Universal Studios Florida · Irish pub

Irish pub fare on the New York street. Closed for a major refurbishment in 2026; Universal says it reopens late 2026.

Epic Universe opened in 2025 as Universal Orlando's third theme park, with its own themed restaurants. Check Universal's site for current menus.

Restaurants open, close, move and change hours often. Check the restaurant's own website or call before you go. No restaurant paid to be listed.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you need a ticket to eat at Universal CityWalk?

No. CityWalk is free to enter. You only pay for parking, which is free after 6 p.m. on some nights. Check Universal's current parking policy.

Where can I get Butterbeer?

In the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at both Universal Studios Florida (Diagon Alley) and Islands of Adventure (Hogsmeade), including the Leaky Cauldron and Three Broomsticks.