Dining Recommendations for CityWalk, Please!

[scanne]

We will be spending one full day at US/IOA and are planning to eat at CityWalk probably late afternoon/early evening. Any suggestions? We don't want to eat at Emeril's. So any opinions on eateries are greatly appreciated!!! Thanks!

 

[sha_lyn]

we had great meals at Pastamore', Margarettaville and NBA city, but our best meal by far was at Mythos in IOA.

 

[kellymonaghan]

Here are my "best of the best" picks as listed in "Universal Orlando: The Ultimate Guide..."

The Talk of the Town

Just as the theme parks have their five-star attractions, there are some very special things in CityWalk. I have not attempted a star rating system for CityWalk but instead offer this highly subjective list of my personal favorites.

Best food. Emeril’s has to be the choice here with the Latin Quarter running an extremely close second.

Best bar. The funky bar at the back of Cigarz, a cigar shop near the upper exit of the Cineplex is hip and hidden. The bar at Hard Rock Cafe with its spinning Caddy takes second prize.

Best food value. When you factor in what you pay for what you get, Pat O’Brien’s comes out on top, with the Latin Quarter again running a very close second.

Best place to take the kids. The NASCAR Cafe, with the Hard Rock Cafe the runner-up.

Friendliest service. NBA City, with NASCAR Cafe the runner-up.

Best burgers. The Hard Rock Cafe. Have yours with a chocolate milk shake.

Best desserts. The Latin Quarter’s Crepas Rellenas wins this prize, with Emeril’s elaborate creations the clear second choice.

Best for the midnight munchies. Finding food after midnight is not always possible, but if Pat O’Brien’s is serving late, that’s the clear winner. Otherwise, check out the “grazing” menu at Jimmy Buffett’s.

Most romantic. If you’re idea of “romantic” is letting your date know you’re dropping a bundle on the meal, then Emeril’s is the place for you. Otherwise, you’ll have to travel to Delfino Riviera at the Portofino Bay Hotel for truly romantic dining.

Most fun. Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville, with its wild and wacky decor and exploding volcano, wins the prize here.

Best decor. The Hard Rock Cafe. Never has the teenage wasteland looked so elegant.

Coolest. The exquisitely designed CityJazz is one of the hippest, most sophisticated rooms I’ve seen in a long time.

 

[Sherrilatte]

And by the way...I luv your book

 

[webray]

We think Latin Quarter has the best food at City Walk it is outstanding, we can't wait to go back there. We also like the food at Pat O'Briens if you are looking for something a little quicker. Margaritaville is ok for drinks and a big plate of nachos, although, hubby and son enjoyed the beer broiled shrimp this weekend. If you want walk up food, the Latin Express has a great cuban sandwich and some yummy desserts. Have a great time, City Walk is a really fun place!