This was great. Please, please, PLEASE put out more Universal content!!! We want all the tips and tricks for that resort too! Also it would be great if you could do food recommendations (for both Disney and Universal) for people with dietary restrictions like vegetarian, vegan, gluten free, etc.
DFB should just start doing all amusement parks. Maybe hit up Busch Gardens Tampa next time, then expand to Ohio and do Cedar Point and Kings Island. 🎢
AJ! Best voice on the interwebs. I can’t tell you how happy hearing you makes me… plus the “ding” whenever you switch topics. So glad you’re doing Universal stuff as WDW has become cost prohibitive as of late. Now I get to hear you again as I plan our trip to Universal.
My favorite snack at Universal is at that stand that’s across from the Jimmy Fallon ride in the New York themed area of Universal Studios Florida - it’s an Apple streusel mousse cake! It’s delicious!
Universal universal I cannot thank you enough for having a refillable drink option and having many of these machines throughout the park. You have saved my backpack from being filled with beverages and i thank you
These videos lately are the some of the very very best. I alternate DW and USO each year and I'm at the point where I just have a playlist of your videos to relax to.❤
Love this! I went to Universal last year kind of on a whim and when I got hungry in the middle of the day, I thought about DFB and Disney food and tried to look up an equivalent for Universal and found that there isn't really a good list of really worth-your-while food in Universal. So thanks for filling that void. And I can't wait until next year when you, presumably, cover Epic Universe.
Having been a watcher of DFB videos back when Joey used to do voice overs as well seeing you guys branch out in to universal is sooo surreal but nonetheless I’m super excited to hear your guys takes on the universal parks
I'm definitely going to try Mythos, because I'm a lover of Greek food and I go on holiday to Greece every summer, so it'll be interesting to see how Universal does it. I'll be sure to give the food in the Leaky Cauldron a try too
I’ve been waiting for a video like this for a long time and I’m so happy y’all showed the food and the menus !!!!! Ahhh perfect video for my planning ❤❤❤
Thanks for covering this park too! I watched your Disney videos and you saved my family a fortune. Surprised to see this video today in this park! Who else thought this?! 😂🎉
This is great-I never knew you guys had other park videos! It’s just nice to see other parks, but from your perspective, with your guys' style, the editing, narration, and of course, impeccable taste! Honestly one of my fave parts about Disney is the food, so this is incredibly helpful and entertaining. Thanks for doing these!
Can’t wait!! We head to the parks in mid May for our first visit. So many great food choices. I love how you can hear the smile in your voice when you speak, AJ. Great video ☺️
You should also do standard videos of each section like you did with Epcot’s country food stands, like one on the Simpsons food stands, and another video on the superheroes stand. Those simpsons donuts delicious
No mention of our favorite pasta place that is handmade and kid friendly… Vivo! The service is so amazing there and they even took my kiddos up to have them watch the cooks make pasta.
Some quick service musts at Universal CityWalk are Hot Dog Hall of Fame, Bread Box, and Red Oven. Also be sure to grab an ice cream at Hard Rock's Emack & Bolio's and a fresh brick oven baked pizza at Sal's at Portofino Bay. Universal may not have Disney's expansive options, but it has its share of gems too
@@Zee-mu1zj it didn't for us. No one in our party is a fan of Harry Potter. My teenager enjoyed crazy rides, but my 7 yo and I were suffering waiting for him. Definitely do 1 park per day if you travel with more than 2 people or you will miss out. We just didn't have enough time to explore and spent a lot of time waiting even after paying hundreds for the express pass.
@mariamoiseeva9685 Oh, I see- Yes, you would definitely need more than one day, because it does appear to be quite a vast place, & you got the express passes too! Just Imagine if you hadn't! Hopefully you will get the opportunity to spend more time there in the future 🙏🏽
Thank you for sharing information about Universal Studios. Circa 2000, my mother, my brother and I visited the Universal Citywalk. It was a lot cheaper and still immersive. I am a big fan of “Back to the Future” and other Universal Studios I.P.s.
I'm absolutely drooling just thinking about all the delicious eats you uncovered at Universal Orlando! Your dedication to sampling everything to find the best of the best is truly impressive. Can't wait to follow your curated list and indulge in some of the most mouthwatering treats on my next visit to the Universal Parks. Thanks for always keeping us informed and satisfied, DFBGuide! 🍔🍕🍰
Thanks so much for doing Universal!! I would love to see a video of the seasonal options, like Mardi Gras and Halloween Horror Nights. Universal really shines with event foods! (Pizza Fries are amazing)
We were there for the Mardi Gras party and we bought a ticket to the food festival that lets you try a bunch of different New Orleans foods. We tried the alligator, po’ boys, king cake and beignets. It was all really good and unique.
Next time you go to Universal get tye Key Lime Cheesecake at Thunder Falls Taurus, and at three Broomsticks get the Freshly Baked Apple Pie and get Butterbeer icecream to put on top!!
I’m happy to see more Universal food recommendations. I’m a Disney AP, and live about 80 minutes from the parks. We actually have a lot of date nights at CityWalk, without even going into the parks. I’ll look forward to seeing some of the food suggestions there, as well as my regular Disney spots!
For the Jacket Potato: I asked the server which she prefers, and she actually said a combination. I ordered it, they took several ingredients (not sure if it was every ingredient) from each type combined on one potato. I do remember I did enjoy it.
Quincy is the Universal Orlando go-to person, I think and her being in the team visit is a loaded asset. And I think the Universal crew are called "Team Member" instead of "Caste Member" to differentiate with Disney.
@ thank you! You guys made my birthday Disney trip in the summer amazing. My family had said they’d never eaten food that good in Disney, thanks to all your guys’ recommendations. But universal videos are harder to find and last time we went years ago we had no clue what to eat so we spent the day having Starbucks coffee as meals lol
One of my favorite donuts ive ever had is from voodoo. Its their grape soda donut, its so good, ive only tried like 3-4 of their flavors, but the grape soda was by far my favorite.
I don’t know if this has been mentioned but at Green Eggs and Ham in Seuss Landing, you can order the Who Hash with the can on the side. That way you can keep the can but not have to worry about cleaning it out at the park.
You really need to try the ribs at 3 Broomsticks. They aren't always on the menu, but they always have them if you ask. So tender , and they have no problem putting the sauce on the side. It's our favorite.
I tried a lot of these items during the Orlando Informer Meetup in February. It’s a higher priced ticket, but a great way to try a number of specialty food items - unlimited.
We loved Minions cafe! Kevin’s salad was so good I came back to get it on two other days during our trip. One of the “minions” played a prank on us. We got a giant fork with our silverware. Can’t wait to go back again in 2025.
I never got to try the hot butterbeer (didn't know it was a thing for that matter), but I definitely prefer the frozen over the normal one. Normal just felt like drinking a flat cream soda for me.
Nice to see you branch out to more theme parks. One note on this video, I had to divert my eyes throughout watching it on a large TV. The MANY close-up shots which zoom and pan was giving me motion sickness. Which is odd, I do not normally get ill on aggressive rides, but this was more like a feeling of sea sickness.
Fun fact sticky toffee pudding often doesn't actually contain toffee traditionally its dates that are used instead but most people assume it is toffee and its so delicious no one ever questions it normally it has a more butterscotch sauce
Thanks for the info. Planning a trip end of September for HhN and Harry Potter. Staying at Hard Rock hotel. I will be looking forward to more of your Universal and IOA videos. I especially want to watch the food reviews. This will be our 4th trip but our first for HHN.
I know I won't be going to universal for atleast another 2 years, but I had to check if you had recommendations for their food options as well. The only time I went was almost 15 years ago and it looks like the options are definitely better and I'm excited now
great video! I've been going to Universal for years and a personal favorite is Finnegan's. The apple butter with bread for their free appetizer is insanely good (it also comes with regular butter). I would usually either get the salmon or chicken breast but they changed the salmon dish- not sure how the new one is, but the chicken is great. Simple but delicious. Also the Coca Cola freestyle is so worth it. We don't drink a lot of soda but we got our money's worth with all the Powerade (gotta stay hydrated in the heat) and got some icee too with it.
29:03 I was disappointed with the shakes at Toothsome as the Ice cream seems more like a custard rather than an icy refreshing ice cream. Now that I’m vegan, I haven’t tried any shakes on property recently.
I just recently had a Lard Lad's giant pink donut over at Universal Studios Hollywood and it was absolutely delicious. I'm wondering if they also source them from a local Los Angeles bakery.
Whenever I visit universal I always go to thunderfalls terrace and during the Jurassic Park 30th anniversary they had these amazing giant sweet chili wings but im not sure if it's still there🥲
I’ve been to universal for all my life, and never knew they had a crepes spot😱I mean most of these actually I’ve never tried but I just never they sold crepes. Fresh as well!🤤🤤
I also love all the little notes about each food, like the cheaper price for a simple baked potato, and the loaded tots toppings, etc. I love all the tid bits of information😍😍
This was great. Please, please, PLEASE put out more Universal content!!! We want all the tips and tricks for that resort too!
Also it would be great if you could do food recommendations (for both Disney and Universal) for people with dietary restrictions like vegetarian, vegan, gluten free, etc.
I love that you are covering other parks besides Disney
Watch out Disney! The competition is real!
I love this! Universal is such a fertile area of expansion from DFB
For the longest time I thought Universal was part of Disney
DFB should just start doing all amusement parks. Maybe hit up Busch Gardens Tampa next time, then expand to Ohio and do Cedar Point and Kings Island. 🎢
Agreed can't stand Disney right now
AJ! Best voice on the interwebs. I can’t tell you how happy hearing you makes me… plus the “ding” whenever you switch topics. So glad you’re doing Universal stuff as WDW has become cost prohibitive as of late. Now I get to hear you again as I plan our trip to Universal.
Man,this is so true! Really good voice for RUclips/broadcasting - one of the reasons I watch, lol
Banana pudding at Cabana bay literary brought tears to my eyes. So good!
So happy y’all are covering Universal! We love both parks so much!
Covering the theme park capital is so much fun for AJ….
Chocolate pudding in Leaky Cauldron is incredible
My favorite snack at Universal is at that stand that’s across from the Jimmy Fallon ride in the New York themed area of Universal Studios Florida - it’s an Apple streusel mousse cake! It’s delicious!
I hope they see some of these tips!
Universal universal I cannot thank you enough for having a refillable drink option and having many of these machines throughout the park. You have saved my backpack from being filled with beverages and i thank you
Yes! The nostalgia is not there for me like at Disney, but Universal does SO many things better…
I've been WAITING for this video for 3 YEARS! Just in time for my family's Universal Trip!!
These videos lately are the some of the very very best. I alternate DW and USO each year and I'm at the point where I just have a playlist of your videos to relax to.❤
We’ve had a lot of fun making them! 💖 Thanks for being here!
So much was missed they was never tried. You guys have to go back and do a deeper research the feast at the 3 broom sticks and the brisket crepe 🤤
I love all of the universal content that we are seeing!
I still dream about the oat milk pineapple upside down shake at Toothsome. I can enjoy the whole thing, no problem! And Bice is the absolute best
Love this! I went to Universal last year kind of on a whim and when I got hungry in the middle of the day, I thought about DFB and Disney food and tried to look up an equivalent for Universal and found that there isn't really a good list of really worth-your-while food in Universal. So thanks for filling that void. And I can't wait until next year when you, presumably, cover Epic Universe.
Loving the universal additions.
Having been a watcher of DFB videos back when Joey used to do voice overs as well seeing you guys branch out in to universal is sooo surreal but nonetheless I’m super excited to hear your guys takes on the universal parks
Chicken and waffles sandwich with maple mayo is my go-to quick service in Simpsons
I'm definitely going to try Mythos, because I'm a lover of Greek food and I go on holiday to Greece every summer, so it'll be interesting to see how Universal does it. I'll be sure to give the food in the Leaky Cauldron a try too
Frozen butterbeer!
As a Brit I always find the concept of British food being scary funny 😆
Bruh the breakfast you brits consume is nightmare fuel beans and blood sausage 🤮
Married to a Brit... I agree.. lol
I’ve been waiting for a video like this for a long time and I’m so happy y’all showed the food and the menus !!!!! Ahhh perfect video for my planning ❤❤❤
Yayy glad to see more videos from universal they really do have great food
Thanks for covering this park too! I watched your Disney videos and you saved my family a fortune. Surprised to see this video today in this park! Who else thought this?! 😂🎉
Finally! You guys are amazing in making this videos. Change the channel to Disney and universal food blog❤❤❤
I love and adore Universal Orlando Resorts so much!!!!!!!
It’s wonderful to see DFB inside Universal Orlando Resort! Let’s go, Universal Orlando Resort!
This is great-I never knew you guys had other park videos! It’s just nice to see other parks, but from your perspective, with your guys' style, the editing, narration, and of course, impeccable taste! Honestly one of my fave parts about Disney is the food, so this is incredibly helpful and entertaining. Thanks for doing these!
Thank you for this video ❤ maybe you could expand to other parks in the future too
Would love a best desserts video!
Can’t wait!! We head to the parks in mid May for our first visit. So many great food choices. I love how you can hear the smile in your voice when you speak, AJ. Great video ☺️
Getting ready for Horror Nights so this video is perfect
You should also do standard videos of each section like you did with Epcot’s country food stands, like one on the Simpsons food stands, and another video on the superheroes stand. Those simpsons donuts delicious
REALLY looking forward to more Universal content! Florian's does have the best ice cream!
Fishy green ale is one of my absolute have to haves. Also the clotted cream ice cream
No mention of our favorite pasta place that is handmade and kid friendly… Vivo! The service is so amazing there and they even took my kiddos up to have them watch the cooks make pasta.
That sounds very nice!
Love this! AJ gives the best reviews and let’s face it. Most people do both Disney and Universal when visiting!
Some quick service musts at Universal CityWalk are Hot Dog Hall of Fame, Bread Box, and Red Oven. Also be sure to grab an ice cream at Hard Rock's Emack & Bolio's and a fresh brick oven baked pizza at Sal's at Portofino Bay. Universal may not have Disney's expansive options, but it has its share of gems too
Team members ... Lol we are called team members. Cast member is for Disney.
I enjoy a good butterbeer but I love and dream about pumpkin juice and the fizzy otter.
Thank you so much! Just in time for our first-time trip to Universal in 2 weeks!
Hi, how did it go? Was it worth it?
@@Zee-mu1zj it didn't for us. No one in our party is a fan of Harry Potter. My teenager enjoyed crazy rides, but my 7 yo and I were suffering waiting for him. Definitely do 1 park per day if you travel with more than 2 people or you will miss out. We just didn't have enough time to explore and spent a lot of time waiting even after paying hundreds for the express pass.
@@mariamoiseeva9685 Aw! How long did you go for?
@@Zee-mu1zj unfortunately, we had only 1 day for both parks. That's why I invested in express pass.
@mariamoiseeva9685 Oh, I see- Yes, you would definitely need more than one day, because it does appear to be quite a vast place, & you got the express passes too! Just Imagine if you hadn't! Hopefully you will get the opportunity to spend more time there in the future 🙏🏽
Thank you for posting this! Going next Saturday so this is perfect
Yay!! Universal content!!!
Thank you for sharing information about Universal Studios. Circa 2000, my mother, my brother and I visited the Universal Citywalk. It was a lot cheaper and still immersive. I am a big fan of “Back to the Future” and other Universal Studios I.P.s.
Love this!
We’re going next year, so grateful for any recommendations you can give us!
I love the mythos restaurant. It doesn't feel like park food at all -- just a regular restaurant where I can relax and eat a healthy meal
A perfect disney trip is also a universal trip
Mytos restaurante is amazing
I'm absolutely drooling just thinking about all the delicious eats you uncovered at Universal Orlando! Your dedication to sampling everything to find the best of the best is truly impressive. Can't wait to follow your curated list and indulge in some of the most mouthwatering treats on my next visit to the Universal Parks. Thanks for always keeping us informed and satisfied, DFBGuide! 🍔🍕🍰
Thanks so much for doing Universal!!
I would love to see a video of the seasonal options, like Mardi Gras and Halloween Horror Nights. Universal really shines with event foods! (Pizza Fries are amazing)
We were there for the Mardi Gras party and we bought a ticket to the food festival that lets you try a bunch of different New Orleans foods. We tried the alligator, po’ boys, king cake and beignets. It was all really good and unique.
I have not been too universal in over 25 years
Hot ButterBeer all day, every day. will be in the parks in 30 days
Next time you go to Universal get tye Key Lime Cheesecake at Thunder Falls Taurus, and at three Broomsticks get the Freshly Baked Apple Pie and get Butterbeer icecream to put on top!!
I’m happy to see more Universal food recommendations. I’m a Disney AP, and live about 80 minutes from the parks. We actually have a lot of date nights at CityWalk, without even going into the parks. I’ll look forward to seeing some of the food suggestions there, as well as my regular Disney spots!
I heard the same complaint about lard lad donuts
Butterbeer: I'm good with all 3, but I do prefer the hot or frozen options, depending on the time of day.
For the Jacket Potato: I asked the server which she prefers, and she actually said a combination. I ordered it, they took several ingredients (not sure if it was every ingredient) from each type combined on one potato. I do remember I did enjoy it.
I really wanna try the tots at green eggs n ham
Quincy is the Universal Orlando go-to person, I think and her being in the team visit is a loaded asset.
And I think the Universal crew are called "Team Member" instead of "Caste Member" to differentiate with Disney.
Universal definitely needs more coverage, especially by a blog of your caliber!
Please do more universal food videos! This would be so helpful, especially with the opening of epic universe
Also citywalk restaurants! Thank youuuu
We've got LOTS more on the way in the new year!
@ thank you! You guys made my birthday Disney trip in the summer amazing. My family had said they’d never eaten food that good in Disney, thanks to all your guys’ recommendations. But universal videos are harder to find and last time we went years ago we had no clue what to eat so we spent the day having Starbucks coffee as meals lol
that's so nice to hear, I'm glad we could help! hopefully we can get you some better eats in Universal next time ;)
Could you also include other area parks, and also (non-park) resort hotels?
I have yet to have a meal at universal I’ve liked, let alone loved. I’m looking forward to trying again with this list!
Definately team HOT butterbeer, my absolute favorite and for some reason easier on my tummy😁
One of my favorite donuts ive ever had is from voodoo. Its their grape soda donut, its so good, ive only tried like 3-4 of their flavors, but the grape soda was by far my favorite.
I don’t know if this has been mentioned but at Green Eggs and Ham in Seuss Landing, you can order the Who Hash with the can on the side. That way you can keep the can but not have to worry about cleaning it out at the park.
You really need to try the ribs at 3 Broomsticks. They aren't always on the menu, but they always have them if you ask. So tender , and they have no problem putting the sauce on the side. It's our favorite.
Take a shot every time AJ says "anyway"
I tried a lot of these items during the Orlando Informer Meetup in February. It’s a higher priced ticket, but a great way to try a number of specialty food items - unlimited.
There are a lot of sit down places at both parks and with city walk right in between their are even more
When cider ferments it becomes vinegary. The cider may have been left open and out in warm temperature. (Not following food safety procedures)
We loved Minions cafe! Kevin’s salad was so good I came back to get it on two other days during our trip. One of the “minions” played a prank on us. We got a giant fork with our silverware. Can’t wait to go back again in 2025.
Seriously, where can I buy one of the yellow minion tables? This cafe was ADORABLE. 💛💛
10:32 wish they would bring back the original moose and goose juices.
I never got to try the hot butterbeer (didn't know it was a thing for that matter), but I definitely prefer the frozen over the normal one. Normal just felt like drinking a flat cream soda for me.
Nice to see you branch out to more theme parks. One note on this video, I had to divert my eyes throughout watching it on a large TV. The MANY close-up shots which zoom and pan was giving me motion sickness. Which is odd, I do not normally get ill on aggressive rides, but this was more like a feeling of sea sickness.
Thank you for the cilantro warning!!
Fun fact sticky toffee pudding often doesn't actually contain toffee traditionally its dates that are used instead but most people assume it is toffee and its so delicious no one ever questions it normally it has a more butterscotch sauce
Thanks for the info. Planning a trip end of September for HhN and Harry Potter. Staying at Hard Rock hotel. I will be looking forward to more of your Universal and IOA videos. I especially want to watch the food reviews. This will be our 4th trip but our first for HHN.
29:16 Nooooo! The Funfetti Cake!
Those baked potatoes are SUCH a good idea when seeking something that isn't deep-friend HAHA!
Baked potato = the real MVP
When do universal have discount park tickets, such as buy 3 day park ticket and get 2 day free?
would love to see a video about the vegetarian options at universal!
I love the frozen butterbeer
It is about time.....better park for a lot of people.
YUMMY THOSE CREPES ARE MAKING MY MOUTH WATER
I know I won't be going to universal for atleast another 2 years, but I had to check if you had recommendations for their food options as well. The only time I went was almost 15 years ago and it looks like the options are definitely better and I'm excited now
Great video!
What is a London taxi shack
Au tell me more about the London hut.
The hot butterbeer is so underrated
great video! I've been going to Universal for years and a personal favorite is Finnegan's. The apple butter with bread for their free appetizer is insanely good (it also comes with regular butter). I would usually either get the salmon or chicken breast but they changed the salmon dish- not sure how the new one is, but the chicken is great. Simple but delicious. Also the Coca Cola freestyle is so worth it. We don't drink a lot of soda but we got our money's worth with all the Powerade (gotta stay hydrated in the heat) and got some icee too with it.
29:03 I was disappointed with the shakes at Toothsome as the Ice cream seems more like a custard rather than an icy refreshing ice cream. Now that I’m vegan, I haven’t tried any shakes on property recently.
The Lard lad donut is best from the cart. The donuts in the stores are not always as fresh.
What is a London Taxi Hut?
I just recently had a Lard Lad's giant pink donut over at Universal Studios Hollywood and it was absolutely delicious. I'm wondering if they also source them from a local Los Angeles bakery.
Sorry AJ, I'm team, frozen butterbeer and I love cilantro, lol.
Team Frozen Butterbeer!
Whenever I visit universal I always go to thunderfalls terrace and during the Jurassic Park 30th anniversary they had these amazing giant sweet chili wings but im not sure if it's still there🥲
I’ve been to universal for all my life, and never knew they had a crepes spot😱I mean most of these actually I’ve never tried but I just never they sold crepes. Fresh as well!🤤🤤
I also love all the little notes about each food, like the cheaper price for a simple baked potato, and the loaded tots toppings, etc. I love all the tid bits of information😍😍
I have the perfect gift to give Homer, then. Thanks.