Best Places to Eat at Universal Studios Hollywood (2026)

Signature bites you shouldn't miss at Universal Studios Hollywood

• Butterbeer, Three Broomsticks (Hogsmeade)
• Toad's themed plates, Toadstool Cafe (Super Nintendo World)
• Krusty Burger, Springfield

Best places for kids to eat at Universal Studios Hollywood

• Minion Cafe, bright, playful and picky-eater friendly
• Toadstool Cafe, Mario-themed everything

Can you bring your own food into Universal Studios Hollywood?

Small snacks & bottled water are generally allowed; full meals and coolers are not, confirm the official policy.

Eat smarter by beating the crowds

Lines at the best counters balloon at lunch on busy days. Parks Radar rates each day at Universal Studios Hollywood against the park's own normal, so you can pick a calmer day and eat just before or after the rush. See the Universal Studios Hollywood crowd calendar →

Menus and locations change, confirm on the official Universal Studios Hollywood site.

Dining tips and how to save at Universal Hollywood

A few ways to eat well at Universal Hollywood without losing ride time or overspending:

• Order ahead. Where the park app offers mobile ordering, place your order before you are hungry and skip the counter line.
• Bring a refillable bottle. Free water refills beat buying drinks all day and keep you going between coasters.
• Eat off-peak. Counters back up from about 11:30am to 1:30pm; eat a little earlier or later and walk right up.
• Ask about dietary needs. Most quick-service spots can flag allergens, and a chef can usually help at sit-down restaurants if you ask.
• Consider a dining deal. If your group eats two or more meals in the park, an all-day or season dining plan can pay for itself.

For a sit-down meal, favorites include Toothsome Chocolate Emporium, Antojitos Cocina Mexicana and NBC Sports Grill & Brew. Menus and hours change, so confirm in the park app on the day.