Where to eat at Universal Orlando including menus

[nighttowll]

I'm planning a special 11th birthday at Universal for my Harry Potter fanatic in June 2015. Way too far to make real plans, but we are dreaming and budgeting. I'm thinking a birthday dinner at Three Broomsticks would be good. We've never eaten there. DD loves roast chicken. Can anyone tell me about the Feast for four?

1. Would it be plenty for four hardy eaters and one petite seven-year-old little sister?

2. How much chicken is there?

3. Are the ribs mild or spicy?

4. Are reservations just for breakfast?

5. I'm too used to Disney and can't imagine just walking up at 5 p.m. to a themed restaurant. Dessert recommendations? Or is there somewhere nearby where we can get something resembling a birthday cake?

1. & 2. We tried the feast and loved it. We actually fed two adults, two teens and two tweens (who are adult size, one is a very healthy eater) off of it and still had quite a bit left over, but I don't know if you'd call all of us "hardy eaters". If I remember right, there were 4 good size chicken breasts and 4 small rack of ribs. I think it was 4 short ribs per set, maybe 4-5" long, so about 20 ribs total. Then there were 4 large corn on the cob, the full size type not the little half ones, plus a large helping of vegetables, of potatoes, and of salad. It was more than enough for us. We each choose either the chicken or ribs and filled up on all the rest.

But, it really depends on if you are veggie eaters or not. 2/3 of the meal is made up of non-meat and non-carb foods. If everyone is ok with less meat and more veggies, you'll be fine. However, if every person wants their own piece of chicken and their own set of ribs and their own corn, and they don't really care about filling up on vegetables and salad, you'd need more food.

If you google picks of the three broomsticks feasts, what you see is pretty accurate as far as what you will get.

3. I don't think the ribs were spicy because the kids ate them, and they don't like spicy, but since I didn't eat any of them, I'm not 100% sure.

4. As of this posting, breakfast only.

However, unlike the rest of universal which did seem fairly easy to eat at last minute, the Three Broomsticks gets very crowded with a long line, and you may have to wait even though it is counter service. They don't let you pick your seat either. You have to wait in a second line to be seated and if their aren't any tables open, it could be awhile. We actually had to eat outside because there weren't any tables available inside to fit our large group. I'd try for an off time if possible if you are really wanting to eat inside.

5. I don't know of anywhere in the HP section where you could get a birthday cake. You can always head over to Honeydukes and get some candy or other sweets. I've also read reports of people receiving a free cauldron cake if they were wearing a birthday pin, but I'm not sure if that is something still going on or not. And don't forget you can always get a frozen Butterbeer for dessert.

 

[Port Mom]

Both restaurants are fabulous, and a trip to Universal wouldn't be complete if we didn't go to both. If you don't want both....you won't be sorry with either one you pick. We don't dress up at either.....husband and son wear shorts and a polo shirt....I wear white capris and a top. I asked my son (who has been going to both places since he was in third grade) loves Emerils City Walk better, but Tchop Chop comes in a close 2nd. Enjoy. I can't wait.....we are going back next May.

 

[islandchick779]

We are coming to USO from October 11-15th. I am feeling very lost in choosing restaurants. I know that pre-planning isn't as required (or even available) compared to Disney but for my own peace of mind (and budget planning) I'd like to have a better idea of where we are eating.

We are staying at Royal Pacific and arriving mid-afternoon on the 11th. 7 in our party- 4 adults, 2 6 year old boys and an 8 yr old girl. Some adventurous eaters but some really picky ones (including 1 grown up!)

Here are some specific things I'm wondering:
1. We will have had a large brunch late in the morning of the 11th so could probably handle something lighter for the evening of our arrival. Suggestions outside of the parks?

2. Is there anywhere either at Royal Pacific, on the way to each park or at each park to grab a quick breakfast or breakfast type foods (muffins, coffee, bagels, etc.)?

3. Your one "must always go" restaurant is …………?

4. What are your best budget saving tips? (from what I've seen so far things looks fairly $$$)

All in all we are probably looking at 4 dinners, 2 lunches and 3 quick breakfasts and 1 sit down breakfast/lunch. I'm not opposed to eating at the same place more than once and we are not necessarily looking for one sit down per day. If this was your vacation what would it look like???

Thanks in advance!

We typically try to be cheap for breakfast and will either drive offsite to McD's or grab Starbucks/Cinnabon at the park.

For a cheaper eat for lunch, we love the Bumblebee's taco truck in Universal at the Simpson's area. Great tacos, good prices. For a family of 5 we can reasonably eat there for $30. That's great for Universal.

If you are sitting around by the pool the kids meal prices are very reasonable and are huge portions. We ordered chicken fingers and fries for our 3 kids and had an over abundance of food.

Orchid Court at RPR has good sushi and really close to what we pay at home. I think we spend around $70 with a glass of wine, sushi and dessert for 2 adults.

Hope this helps!

 

[stitchaholic]

when is cowfish opening , any signs of life there yet ?????

 

[AngelDisney]

when is cowfish opening , any signs of life there yet ?????

I would like to know this as well. Read somewhere which says end of summer. I hope not end of summer since I may miss the opening!
Fingers crossed!

 

[RedSox68]

Any reviews for Antojitos Authentic Mexican Food? And is this place relatively new?

Also, anyone have a menu or snapshot of a menu from the taco truck in Simpson-land?

thanks.

 

[LittleStinkerbelle]

Also, anyone have a menu or snapshot of a menu from the taco truck in Simpson-land?

thanks.

I cropped one of my photos of the taco truck to show just the menu. Hoping it'll be readable for you at least somewhat!

 

[janetkay272]

leaky cauldron menu

 

[damo]

leaky cauldron menu

THanks! I'll add it to the first page.

 

[RedSox68]

The Today Show had a special segment the other day and they showed the chef that invented some of these entrees. They looked really good! Glad to see there's some variation from the Three Broomsticks menu.

Question -- is the Three Broomsticks breakfast open to anyone or only for guests who bought a package deal? We are staying on site, but booked everything separately

 

[macraven]

The Today Show had a special segment the other day and they showed the chef that invented some of these entrees. They looked really good! Glad to see there's some variation from the Three Broomsticks menu.

Question -- is the Three Broomsticks breakfast open to anyone or only for guests who bought a package deal? We are staying on site, but booked everything separately

the 3 B's are open to anyone for breakfast.
they also take walk ups.

 

[janetkay272]

looks like a cup of ice cream will cost 4.99

I'm going to be spending a lot of money....

 

[macraven]

looks like a cup of ice cream will cost 4.99

I'm going to be spending a lot of money....

that is the price for butterbeer ice cream.
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[damo]

that is the price for butterbeer ice cream.
.

Gotta have some!

 

[SharkyGoddess]

looks like a cup of ice cream will cost 4.99

I'm going to be spending a lot of money....

YUM!!! Can't wait!

 

[SharkyGoddess]

leaky cauldron menu

Thank you JanetKay272! I was just about to ask if anyone knew what the menu would be but thought I had better look here first

 

[RedSox68]

the 3 B's are open to anyone for breakfast.
they also take walk ups.

Thanks. I just found out from Universal dining that you cannot partake in breakfast at the Leaky Cauldron unless you have bought a Harry Potter package. Unfortunately, they are for a minimum of 4-nights and we will only be there for three

 

[damo]

Thanks. I just found out from Universal dining that you cannot partake in breakfast at the Leaky Cauldron unless you have bought a Harry Potter package. Unfortunately, they are for a minimum of 4-nights and we will only be there for three

Last time, if there was space, people staying at the hotels could book breakfast too. Once you get to your hotel, ask the concierge to check if there is any space. Often, they overestimate the number of people who have the Harry Potter Package.

 

[RedSox68]

Last time, if there was space, people staying at the hotels could book breakfast too. Once you get to your hotel, ask the concierge to check if there is any space. Often, they overestimate the number of people who have the Harry Potter Package.

Great info. Thanks. I did get a ressie (already) for Mythos. Since we're not going until December, I was happy with that.

Has anyone actually made pre-trip reservations for breakfast at Three Broomsticks? So far I've gotten three different answers from three different reps about if I can book and when. One said now through the concierge, the concierge said no only when I arrive and the hotel said yes, but only two weeks before we arrive! ARRGGGHHHH

EDITED TO ADD: So after being transferred to four (yes 4) different departments today now, I have been told that this by the corporate office (which guest services transferred me to when they could not get a definitive answer either: only those staying with a Harry Potter package can book Leaky Cauldron for breakfast; a breakfast reservation for Three Broomsticks can ONLY be made if you have any other vacation package. They are insisting that plain old on-site guests who did not book a package still cannot eat breakfast at Three Broomsticks. This is BEYOND frustrating not only that I can't get a straight answer, but also that we are not allowed to eat breakfast at either restaurant. Since it is for package guests only and before the parks open to the public, I find it hard to believe there isn't room for other on-site guests. Only difference would be their's would be prepaid as part of their package, mine would have to be paid for on site! Oh well, guess I'll just try again at 30 days out and see if that has changed. They're starting to get like Disney with trying to get dining ressies!

 

[damo]

Great info. Thanks. I did get a ressie (already) for Mythos. Since we're not going until December, I was happy with that.

Has anyone actually made pre-trip reservations for breakfast at Three Broomsticks? So far I've gotten three different answers from three different reps about if I can book and when. One said now through the concierge, the concierge said no only when I arrive and the hotel said yes, but only two weeks before we arrive! ARRGGGHHHH

EDITED TO ADD: So after being transferred to four (yes 4) different departments today now, I have been told that this by the corporate office (which guest services transferred me to when they could not get a definitive answer either: only those staying with a Harry Potter package can book Leaky Cauldron for breakfast; a breakfast reservation for Three Broomsticks can ONLY be made if you have any other vacation package. They are insisting that plain old on-site guests who did not book a package still cannot eat breakfast at Three Broomsticks. This is BEYOND frustrating not only that I can't get a straight answer, but also that we are not allowed to eat breakfast at either restaurant. Since it is for package guests only and before the parks open to the public, I find it hard to believe there isn't room for other on-site guests. Only difference would be their's would be prepaid as part of their package, mine would have to be paid for on site! Oh well, guess I'll just try again at 30 days out and see if that has changed. They're starting to get like Disney with trying to get dining ressies!

You may not be able to make a reservation but they may take walk up guests if they don't have enough reservations.