All things Universal Studios Hollywood

[Phroobar]

It looks like a nice upgrade from what was there before.

 

[Disney Analyst]

Anyone have Universal food recommendations? I already know I enjoy The Three Broomsticks from my Orlando days, but unsure what else is good or worth eating for lunch or dinner? Snacks?

I have early entry for Mario, but frankly I’ve heard horror stories for Toadstool Cafe, waiting 30-60 minutes after your time slot comes up, to order and eat… unsure if that sounds worth it?

 

[Animaniac93-98]

I steered clear of all things splashy and playgroundy, but if you bring kids and are looking for that type of activity, there’s lots of it—and all well-themed.

At the back of the splashy Kung Fu Panda area is another show like Turtle Talk with Crush, but starring Po.

 

[Phroobar]

Anyone have Universal food recommendations? I already know I enjoy The Three Broomsticks from my Orlando days, but unsure what else is good or worth eating for lunch or dinner? Snacks?

I have early entry for Mario, but frankly I’ve heard horror stories for Toadstool Cafe, waiting 30-60 minutes after your time slot comes up, to order and eat… unsure if that sounds worth it?

I can't think of any food offerings that are amazing at USH. I usually eat at Pinks in City Walk.

 

[J4546]

yeah USH food is pretty meh. USH as a whole is pretty meh imo, but hopefully the new coaster will bump it up a bit

 

[Rich T]

…USH as a whole is pretty meh imo, but hopefully the new coaster will bump it up a bit

It does have a pretty great family dark ride, though. I really wish USO had Secret Life of Pets instead of Jimmy Fallon.

 

[Phroobar]

yeah USH food is pretty meh. USH as a whole is pretty meh imo, but hopefully the new coaster will bump it up a bit

Depends on the IPs they have. My kids love Transformers, Harry Potter, Jurassic Park and classic Universal Monsters. They think it is great. They think Disneyland is pretty meh since they don't like Princesses and little kid shows.

 

[PiratesMansion]

It does have a pretty great family dark ride, though.

BUT it gets major demerits for having restraints as tight and unaccomodating as if you were about to ride Twisted Colossus instead of a modern version of something you might see in Fantasyland.

 

[D.Silentu]

I'll add another demerit to an otherwise great attraction because, bafflingly, I've never seen a short line for it. It's an omnimover with a nicely sized queue and yet every visit people are always spilling out the front door into hastily made switchbacks.

 

[Disney Analyst]

I can't think of any food offerings that are amazing at USH. I usually eat at Pinks in City Walk.

yeah USH food is pretty meh. USH as a whole is pretty meh imo, but hopefully the new coaster will bump it up a bit

Not one recommendation for inside the park haha.

Well wish us luck then

 

[Phroobar]

Not one recommendation for inside the park haha.

Well wish us luck then

Well if you like British food than the Three Broomsticks is good. The Simpsons stuff is pretty icky. I though the Mexican food was overpriced. The hot/cold sandwiches in the French Market are fine. I haven't tried the Minons Cafe.

 

[Disney Analyst]

Well if you like British food than the Three Broomsticks is good. The Simpsons stuff is pretty icky. I though the Mexican food was overpriced. The hot/cold sandwiches in the French Market are fine. I haven't tried the Minons Cafe.

I’ll take it! Thank you

 

[Phroobar]

I’ll take it! Thank you

I'm better at telling you were to eat at Knotts.

 

[mickEblu]

Not one recommendation for inside the park haha.

Well wish us luck then

I'd do Three Broomsticks if you haven't eaten there before. Really nicely themed. The food isn't amazing but it's better than most everything else at USH. I thought the garlic citrus chicken at Jurassic cafe with moros (black beans n rice) was pretty good. I haven't liked anything I've eaten at Toadstool cafe and I just don't think it's worth the hassle. Theming is cool but I'd rather eat at 3 Broomsticks.

What I'd really do though is save your stomach and after the park closes go get yourself some Hawaiian BBQ right down the street at my favorite Hawaiian spot Ohana. Super clean spot ( a little on the pricey side) but really tasty and you get a decent amount. BBQ ribs plate or my favorite the dark meat (white meat is good too) BBQ chicken plate for me. They have my favorite Mac Salad and I get a nice big side of it in addition to the little side that comes with the plate. And the steamed rice its served with is almost sushi quality. Nice little salad with a great dressing also comes with it. They probably have best Teriyaki sauce I've ever had anywhere. I think it's made in house. Not that thick syrupy stuff. My wife and I like it more than most of the Hawaiian plate lunch food we had in Maui or Kauai.

 

[Disney Analyst]

I'd do Three Broomsticks if you haven't eaten there before. Really nicely themed. The food isn't amazing but it's better than most everything else at USH. I thought the garlic citrus chicken at Jurassic cafe with moros (black beans n rice) was pretty good. I haven't liked anything I've eaten at Toadstool cafe and I just don't think it's worth the hassle. Theming is cool but I'd rather eat at 3 Broomsticks.

What I'd really do though is save your stomach and after the park closes go get yourself some Hawaiian BBQ right down the street at my favorite Hawaiian spot Ohana. Super clean spot ( a little on the pricey side) but really tasty and you get a decent amount. BBQ ribs plate or my favorite the dark meat (white meat is good too) BBQ chicken plate for me. They have my favorite Mac Salad and I get a nice big side of it in addition to the little side that comes with the plate. And the steamed rice its served with is almost sushi quality. Nice little salad with a great dressing also comes with it. They probably have best Teriyaki sauce I've ever had anywhere. I think it's made in house. Not that thick syrupy stuff. My wife and I liked it more than most of the Hawaiian plate lunch food we had in Maui or Kauai.

Ooh! Noted. Maybe we will hit up the Hawaiian BBQ for our arrival day!

I loved Three Broomsticks from my Orlando days, and it’s a must do for my partner who’s never been. So that’s certainly on the list!

 

[mickEblu]

Ooh! Noted. Maybe we will hit up the Hawaiian BBQ for our arrival day!

I loved Three Broomsticks from my Orlando days, and it’s a must do for my partner who’s never been. So that’s certainly on the list!

Oh I forgot, you're staying out there? Then yes you have to try it! I talk a lot about restaurants being inconsistent but this is one place we have been going to for over 10 years and it's great every single time. It's a small casual spot with just a few tables. Celebrities autographed pictures all over the wall. I guess a lot of people from the nearby studios eat there. The owner is an All Business, older grumpy Korean guy and really doesn't like when you ask for too much sauce. But when you eat there they have their Teriyaki sauce bottle on the table I believe.

 

[Disney Analyst]

Oh I forgot, you're staying out there? Then yes you have to try it! I talk a lot about restaurants being inconsistent but this is one place we have been going to for over 10 years and it's great every single time. It's a small casual spot with just a few tables. Celebrities autographed pictures all over the wall. I guess a lot of people from the nearby studios eat there. The owner is an All Business, older grumpy Korean guy and really doesn't like when you ask for too much sauce. But when you eat there they have their Teriyaki sauce bottle on the table I believe.

Thank you! Yep staying right there for two nights!

 

[Professortango1]

What I'd really do though is save your stomach and after the park closes go get yourself some Hawaiian BBQ right down the street at my favorite Hawaiian spot Ohana. Super clean spot ( a little on the pricey side) but really tasty and you get a decent amount. BBQ ribs plate or my favorite the dark meat (white meat is good too) BBQ chicken plate for me. They have my favorite Mac Salad and I get a nice big side of it in addition to the little side that comes with the plate. And the steamed rice its served with is almost sushi quality. Nice little salad with a great dressing also comes with it. They probably have best Teriyaki sauce I've ever had anywhere. I think it's made in house. Not that thick syrupy stuff. My wife and I like it more than most of the Hawaiian plate lunch food we had in Maui or Kauai.

Ohana BBQ? Like the chain quick service in strip malls between T-Mobile and Donuts?

 

[mickEblu]

Ohana BBQ? Like the chain quick service in strip malls between T-Mobile and Donuts?

No this is a mom and pop.

 

[Skip]

If you want some solid food without leaving the property, I strongly recommend Vivo in Citywalk. Great drinks, tasty food, shockingly reasonable prices.