407 FYI · Universal
407 FYI · A District FinderParks by day, CityWalk by dark, two trips in one.
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Universal CityWalk. Photo: “Universal CityWalk Orlando (May 2023)” by Benoît Prieur, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons.
Top Picks
New to the district? Start with these three, then work down the full list below.
Beth's Burger Bar, 9938 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819-8702, United States
Beth's Burger Bar on Universal Boulevard has an old school diner feel built around build your own burgers, from patty to last pickle. Guests call the burgers absolutely legit, fresh and hot with a perfect sear, whether the classic Western or the wilder Peanut Butter Burger and Mac and Cheese Burger. Garlic parm fries and onion rings seasoned just right finish the playful, neighborhood table.
6000 Universal Blvd Ste 735, Orlando, FL 32819
Bubba Gump at Universal CityWalk leans fully into its movie theme, with trivia at the table and a room guests say makes you feel like you are in the film. Shrimp comes fried, coconut crusted and in a crab and shrimp boil, alongside shrimp mac and cheese and garlic bread guests keep recommending. The mood stays lively, nostalgic and family friendly, touristy in the way regulars embrace.
6000 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL
Cold Stone Creamery at Universal CityWalk folds mix-ins into ice cream on a frozen granite slab, built to order at the counter. Creations press in birthday cake pieces, brownie chunks, candy and fruit, and the Brownie a la Cold Stone pairs a warm brownie with cold scoops.
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Beth's Burger Bar, 9938 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819-8702, United States
Beth's Burger Bar on Universal Boulevard has an old school diner feel built around build your own burgers, from patty to last pickle. Guests call the burgers absolutely legit, fresh and hot with a perfect sear, whether the classic Western or the wilder Peanut Butter Burger and Mac and Cheese Burger. Garlic parm fries and onion rings seasoned just right finish the playful, neighborhood table.
6000 Universal Blvd Ste 735, Orlando, FL 32819
Bubba Gump at Universal CityWalk leans fully into its movie theme, with trivia at the table and a room guests say makes you feel like you are in the film. Shrimp comes fried, coconut crusted and in a crab and shrimp boil, alongside shrimp mac and cheese and garlic bread guests keep recommending. The mood stays lively, nostalgic and family friendly, touristy in the way regulars embrace.
6000 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL
Cold Stone Creamery at Universal CityWalk folds mix-ins into ice cream on a frozen granite slab, built to order at the counter. Creations press in birthday cake pieces, brownie chunks, candy and fruit, and the Brownie a la Cold Stone pairs a warm brownie with cold scoops.
6524 Carrier Dr, Orlando, FL 32819
El Burro Loco on Carrier Drive brings bold, loud street-food energy, with guests praising its good authentic flavor. The Classic Burro Loco, quesabirria with consommé, birria street tacos, and cheese shell tacos lead the menu, and Birria Loco fries come loaded with meat and sauce. Portions satisfy in guests' accounts, with a regular saying they would just order the fries on repeat.
6000 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819
Joey Fatone's CityWalk counter serves loaded hot dogs that go well past ballpark fare, in the former Hot Dog Hall of Fame space. The Fat One buries a footlong under roasted pork, pepperoni, chili beans, cheddar cheese sauce, and pop fries, the Brazilian pairs grilled linguica with Calabrian honey, and the Dirty K-Pop Dog brings kimchi slaw and gochujang mayo. Guests call the results playful, messy, and a lot, with Italian ice to cool it down.
6000 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819
Five Guys sits on the upper level of Universal CityWalk, serving burgers stacked to order with hand cut fries piled high in the cup. Thick milkshakes round out a familiar counter stop built around customization.
Half Barrel Beer Project, 9650 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819-8766, United States
Half Barrel Beer Project on Universal Boulevard is a small, family owned brewery guests describe as a cozy hidden gem with a chill, welcoming vibe. Sours lead the praise, including Put the Lime in the Coconut and Starburst sours, poured alongside flights for browsing the taps. A giant pretzel with beer cheese, cheese curds, pulled chicken nachos and fall off the bone wings give the taproom its neighborhood food following.
6050 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819
Guitars and tour jackets cover the walls of what guests call the world's largest Hard Rock Cafe, set on Universal CityWalk at 6050 Universal Blvd. The room runs high energy and loud in a rock and roll way, with memorabilia filling every corner and a nostalgic pull for music fans. Order the Original Legendary Burger or the Legendary Nachos, add flatbreads or fajitas for the table, and expect flavorful American food served by attentive staff.
6050 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819
Hard Rock Live beside the Hard Rock Cafe at Universal CityWalk pairs arena scale sound and lighting with sightlines guests describe as close from almost anywhere, including balcony stools near the stage. Memorabilia greets you at the entry and the room hosts concerts and stand up with a club like intimacy. Guests call it a world class venue for viewing a favorite band.
6000 Universal Studios Plaza Ste 704, Orlando, FL 32819
Margaritaville at Universal CityWalk goes full island escapism, with kitschy tropical decor guests call top notch and different seating sections inside and out to wander. The Volcano Nachos arrive huge and built for sharing, alongside the Cheeseburger in Paradise, coconut shrimp and a margarita flight. Buffett songs and familiar tunes fill the room while Key lime pie closes the beach day fantasy.
8652 Fenton St, Orlando, FL 32836
O-Town West on Fenton Street is an emerging mixed use development in the Epic Universe corridor, still filling in with new build restaurants and shops. Tenants already trading include Sushi Izuki, Agave Azul, Pokemoto, Bamboo Wok and Hyderabad Cafe, giving the grid an early dining mix beyond the parks. The feel remains in progress, a corridor taking shape rather than a settled district.
Sal's Pizza Bar, 11020 Daryl Carter Pkwy, Orlando, FL 32836, United States
Sal's Pizza Bar on Daryl Carter Parkway is a family owned spot turning out Brooklyn style pies that transplanted New Yorkers say taste just like home. Guests call the slice the best in Orlando, pointing to the Nonna slice, vodka burrata pizza, grandpa slice and ziti slice coming hot from the oven. Garlic knots and cannoli round out an old school neighborhood counter where Sal himself is often behind it.
Sushi Yama, 6748 Grand National Dr, Orlando, FL 32819-8526
Sushi Yama on Grand National Drive serves all you can eat sushi made fresh to order, with guests calling it the best ayce spot in Orlando for the quality of fish to price. Dragon Rolls, Crazy Yellowtail and Dynamite Rolls anchor the waves of ordering, while hibachi and tempura cheesecake widen the table. The room feels casual and welcoming, suited to groups pacing rounds at different speeds.
6000 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819
At Universal CityWalk, The Cowfish Sushi Burger Bar leans into its burgushi idea, sushi rolls built from cheeseburger fixings alongside fresh tuna rolls and a Cowfish bento box that samples both worlds. Guests linger on the Blackened Tuna Nachos with crab rangoon dip and avocado salsa, plus spiked hand spun milkshakes that keep the bar playful. The vibe stays vibrant, quirky and loud, with something fantastic for everyone at a table that cannot agree.
The Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen, 6000 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819-7611
A steampunk chocolate factory at CityWalk, all brass, gears, and towering smokestacks, built on the idea that chocolate belongs in every course. Guests go for the sweets: warm chocolate almond bread, a s'mores sundae, and milkshakes like the Marshmallow Crisp and Chocolate X5 that get photographed before they get tasted. Expect a wait to be seated at peak times; the spectacle is the point.
9295 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819
Topgolf Orlando on Universal Boulevard works as part driving range, part restaurant and part rooftop hangout, with climate controlled bays, glowing targets and a terrace with fire pits. Guests say they go for the vibes, not the scorecard, hitting Angry Birds target games between Smokehouse Burgers and injectable donut holes. The energy stays social and welcoming to all skill levels, more hang than golf.
1001 Epic Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819
Universal's newest park still makes guests reach for the word epic, and the scale backs them up. Portals open onto five distinct worlds: the gardens and fountains of Celestial Park, the wizarding streets of the Ministry of Magic, Super Nintendo World's playable chaos, dragon country on the Isle of Berk, and the spooky monster ground of Dark Universe. Battle at the Ministry and Monsters Unchained are the rides people plan around, with Stardust Racers streaking over the hub. Go in early for the headliners and pace the middle of the day, because lines run long and the Florida sun finds the thin shade.
8505 S Kirkman Rd, Orlando, FL 32819
Universal Helios Grand Hotel rises over Epic Universe with a celestial, Mediterranean feel and a grown-up park-view calm. Its dedicated entrance into Epic Universe is what guests call an absolute game changer, letting them slip back for a rest and return without losing the day. Flora Taverna and the Bar Helios rooftop lounge serve the dining side, park view rooms face the nighttime show, and guests say the access is worth every penny despite premium rates.
4500 Epic Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819
Stella Nova is the value-tier basecamp for Epic Universe, a space-themed resort a 10-15 minute stroll from the park with modern, clean, good-sized rooms. The pool deck is built for recovery days, and shuttles run to all the Universal parks. Housekeeping runs every other day rather than daily, so ask at the desk when you need extra towels or a refresh.
6000 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819
The original Universal park, open since 1990, is still the one where the movie magic feels personal, and Diagon Alley is the reason guests give most. Slip through the brick wall for a butterbeer, then ride Escape from Gringotts under the dragon, get thrown backward through Revenge of the Mummy, and pedal the night sky with E.T. Springfield keeps families laughing between the headliners, and the day closes around the lagoon. Peak crowds push the big rides past an hour, so an early start and a short must-ride list keep the day easy.
5500 Epic Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819
Terra Luna is Stella Nova's sister resort on Epic Boulevard, clean and modern with an exploration theme and a big resort pool. Guests praise the friendly staff, the range of on-site food options and shuttles that make Epic Universe and the other Universal parks easy. The walls run thin, so light sleepers may want to ask for a quieter corner room.
Universal's Islands of Adventure, 6000 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819
Eight themed islands ring the lagoon here, and guests keep calling the coaster lineup the strongest in Orlando. Hagrid's Motorbike Adventure and the VelociCoaster are the rides people build the day around, with snow-dusted Hogsmeade and Hogwarts on one shore and the Hulk launch on another. Between headliners the park rewards wandering, drifting from Jurassic jungle to Seuss Landing's whimsy. Headliners pass an hour by midday, so ride your big one early and let the afternoon belong to the water rides.
Voodoo Doughnut, 6000 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819
Voodoo Doughnut at Universal CityWalk leans into pink-box spectacle and over-the-top novelty, with a revolving display of ridiculous donuts in guests' words. The Voodoo Doll, Bacon Maple Bar, Memphis Mafia fritter, and Portland Cream lead the case, alongside Raspberry Romeo, Oh Captain My Captain, and a vegan lineup. Lines can stretch long at busy times, and guests still call it worth the wait.
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List last checked October 2026
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