A list of restaurants in CityWalk

If you’re looking for a list of restaurants in CityWalk, here it is! If you’re planning a Universal Orlando vacation and want to find the best places to eat in CityWalk, I will share them with you today.

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Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen

If you have a sweet tooth, this is one of the best CityWalk restaurants. It is a full-service restaurant that offers yummy sundaes, filling milkshakes, and delicious chocolate.

You can also find non-sweet dishes like steak and seafood here.

Bigfire

Bigfire is typical American cuisine. An open fire is used to prepare all the steaks and seafood. Leave some room for desert as you can have an open flame at your table as you roast s’mores.

Cowfish Sushi Burger Bar

No list of restaurants in CityWalk would be complete without one of the most interesting restaurants in CityWalk – Cowfish!

Have you ever heard of burgushi? Well, you can try it yourself at Cowfish Sushi Burger Bar! You can order a burger, sushi, or both and try the combination yourself.

Antojitos Authentic Mexican Food

Antojitos tops this list of restaurants in CityWalk as our family’s favorite. Menu items include empanadas, tacos, and fajitas.

You can also order tableside guacamole for a fun experience (and it’s delicious too!) If you need some allergy-friendly options, this is one of the best CityWalk Orlando restaurants.

Cold Stone Creamery

If you want ice cream, you have options! Cold Stone is one of the best places to grab some. Top it with your favorite toppings, fruit, candy, nuts or whatever you sweet tooth desires.

Starbucks

Drinking coffee is a must while wandering around Universal Orlando CityWalk. This quick-service restaurant also offers pastries and sandwiches.

Don’t forget you can also find a Starbucks inside both Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios and in every Universal Orlando Resort. If you have a Premier or Preferred annual pass, don’t forget that most places (including Starbucks) offer a discount.

Bend the Bao

If you’re craving Asian food, head to Bend the Bao. This is one of the theme park restaurants that offer more diversified cuisine. Think braised duck, crab cakes, and kimchee fried chicken.

Bob Marley – A Tribute to Freedom

Live music is almost always playing at this Universal CityWalk restaurant. It is the perfect place for Bob Marley fans. Everyone can check out the memorabilia while enjoying Caribbean cuisine.

Bread Box Handcrafted Sandwiches

Out of all the dining options on CityWalk, Bread Box is the one that offers only sandwiches and has many options.

Bubba Gump Shrimp Co Restaurant & Market

This restaurant has everything from shrimp and fish to fried chicken and baby back ribs on the menu and is one of the first things you’ll see after walking into CityWalk.

Burger King Whopper Bar

Fast food on the list of restaurants in CityWalk? Yep. The Burger King Whopper Bar is a step above your typical Burger King. This counter-service restaurant allows you to choose the base of your sandwich.

Cinnabon

A great place to start the day at CityWalk Orlando is Cinnabon. Just follow the smell, and you’ll find it.

Fat Tuesday

Fat Tuesday has multiple locations. However, the only one more popular than CityWalk is the one on Bourbon Street in New Orleans. This is the perfect place to grab a frozen daiquiri-style cocktail.

Hard Rock Cafe Orlando

This is the world’s largest Hard Rock Cafe and the largest on the list of restaurants in CityWalk. Burgers, pizza, salads, and sandwiches fill the menu. Don’t miss the gift shop, even if you don’t dine here. There are so many things to see, and there’s even a piece of the Berlin Wall behind the restaurants (seriously!)

Hot Dog Hall of Fame

Craving hot dogs? Head to the Hot Dog Hall of Fame. They’ve got hot dogs from all the famous cities. So, don’t worry if someone craves a New York hot dog while someone else wants one from Boston. This hall of fame has you covered.

Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville

Margaritaville offers the best time out of all the different restaurants at CityWalk. You can order ribs, burgers, tacos, and so much more. Make sure you save room for key lime pie. Like most of the restaurants on this list of restaurants in CityWalk, they also have a kid’s menu.

Lone Palm Airport

Outdoor seating is available at the Lone Palm Airport underneath the wings of The Hemisphere Dancer – one of Jimmy Buffett’s seaplanes.

Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt

If you’re craving FroYo while looking at this list of restaurants in CityWalk, you’re in luck!

As a bonus, Menchie’s offers dairy-free and vegan options for those avoiding lactose! You can check out more vegan and dairy-free options in our post: How to eat vegan at Universal Orlando and NEW Vegan food at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter.

Menchie’s is another one of our family’s favorite places to grab a snack in CityWalk, and we think you’ll love it too! We have a tradition of going here for birthdays because none of us really like cake. It’s weird, but it works for us!

Moe’s Southwest Grill

Antojitos is our favorite Mexican Restaurant (okay, our favorite restaurant) on the list of restaurants in CityWalk, but if you’re short on time, go to Moe’s. They have quesadillas, burritos, tacos, and so much more. There are some gluten-free options too.

NBC Sports Grill & Brew

The high-definition screens at the NBC Sports Grill & Brew will allow you to keep up with all the games that are playing. Of course, you might as well eat while you are watching.

Panda Express

Grabbing a quick bite to eat is possible at Panda Express. This Universal Studios Orlando restaurant offers delicious Chinese favorites in a fast-food setting. It’s on the second floor of CityWalk, along with Bend the Bao, Burger King Whopper Bar, and a few others.

Pat O’Brien’s

Live entertainment is always available at Pat O’Briens Bayou Bar. Cajun specialties fill the menu while dueling piano players fill the air. You can get a taste of Bourbon Street and dine on Cajun specialties such as crawfish etouffee or the N’awlins Po’Boy even if it’s outside of Universal Mardi Gras celebrations.

Red Coconut Club

If you want nightlife in CityWalk, head to Red Coconut Club. This tropical nightclub offers VIP table service. It is a great way to unwind after a long day. Remember this is a 21+ club; but in the past they’ve had special events for the holidays for all ages.

Red Oven Pizza Bakery

The Red Oven Pizza Bakery is a casual dining restaurant on Universal Orlando’s CityWalk. It’s hard to go wrong with pizza; they have gluten-free options too!

VIVO Italian Kitchen

This popular Italian restaurant is one of the best Universal CityWalk Orlando restaurants. If you are brave, you can try their squid ink seafood.

Voodoo Doughnut Orlando

Sometimes you need a little pick-me-up before you head into the theme parks. The best part about CityWalk is they have Voodoo Doughnuts. VooDoo Doughnuts is extremely popular, so arrive early unless you want to wait in a long time. Mobile ordering through the Universal Orlando app is also an option.

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Auntie Anne Pretzels Kiosk

One of the best places to grab a quick snack at this entertainment complex is the Auntie Anne kiosk.

CityWalk restaurants at Universal Studios Hollywood

Did you land here because you are searching for CityWalk restaurants at Universal Studios Hollywood? Don’t worry; I’ve got you covered!

CityWalk at Universal Studios Hollywood has a few similar restaurants. They include:

• Antonjitos Cocina Mexicana
• Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.
• Cinnabon
• Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville
• Menchies Frozen Yogurt
• NBC Sports Grill & Brew
• Panda Express
• Starbucks
• The Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen
• VIVO Italian Kitchen
• Voodoo Doughnut

The restaurants at Universal Studios Hollywood that are NOT at CityWalk in Orlando are:

• Ben & Jerry’s
• Buca di Beppo
• Chick Chick Chicken
• Crepe Cafe
• Dongpo Kitchen
• Firehouse Subs
• Jamba Juice (I wish they had Jamba Juice at Universal Orlando CityWalk! Maybe someday.)
• Johnny Rockets
• KFC Express/Pizza Hut Express
• Mini Monster
• Pink’s Favorite Hot Dogs
• Popcornopolis
• Sparky’s Mini Donuts and Chocolates
• Taco Bell
• The Habit Burger Grill
• Wasabi at CityWalk
• Wetzel’s Pretzels

Universal CityWalk in California has more restaurant options even though Universal Orlando is larger. Hmm, it sounds like we need more CityWalk Orlando Restaurants!

A list of restaurants in CityWalk

I hope this list of restaurants in CityWalk helps you plan your Universal Orlando vacation. It’s always great to know your options ahead of time. Don’t forget; the theme parks have lots of restaurant options too!

Let me know in the comments if you’d like me to write a post with the list of the best restaurants at Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure. Of course, they have some of the best theme park restaurants, including the award-winning Mythos in Universal’s Islands of Adventure.

If you’re still in the planning stages, I’d love to help with your Universal vacation. Contact me to get started.

More Universal Orlando tips and tricks

If you enjoyed this list of restaurants in CityWalk, check out our other Universal Orlando tips and tricks.

• The Best Instagram Spots at Universal Orlando
• Hidden secrets of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter
• The best state parks near Orlando
• Ultimate Guide to Things to Do at CityWalk
• The best lanyards for Universal Studios
• Star Wars Land vs. The Wizarding World of Harry Potter

Where to stay at Universal Orlando

We highly recommend staying at a Universal Orlando resort. There are options for every budget, from those wanting an inexpensive place to stay (Endless Summer) to those who want the best of the best (Loews Portofino Bay, Hard Rock Hotel.)

All Universal Resorts come with early park entry and free bus transportation to and from the parks.

The Premier level resorts, which are Hard Rock, Loews Portofino Bay, and Loews Royal Pacific, also include a free Express Pass for all guests and preferred seating at restaurants throughout Universal.

I highly recommend any of these premier resorts, as the Express Pass can be very valuable on a busy day.

Check out current pricing for all Universal Resorts can be found here:

• Hard Rock Hotel
• Loews Portofino Bay
• Loews Royal Pacific
• Aventura Hotel
• Loews Sapphire Falls Resort
• Cabana Bay Beach Resort
• Universal Endless Summer Resorts – Dockside Inn and Suites and Seaside Inn and Suites.

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