Universal Orlando Invites Foodies to Enjoy Mardi Gras 2023 at Its Resorts

Universal Orlando Mardi Gras food

Universal Orlando Resort invites foodie guests to go beyond the park and enjoy
Mardi Gras dishes and drinks at its hotels and resorts through the end of the event April 16, 2023.

There are plenty of delicious options inside Universal Studios Florida to enjoy during Mardi Gras 2023, but a ticket to a park are not needed to enjoy these Mardi Gras dishes and drinks.

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The International Flavors of Carnaval can be enjoyed at the following:

Loews Portofino Bay Hotel

  • Trattoria del Porto
    Cajun Jambalaya Pasta – Shrimp, Smoke Sausage, Chicken, Onions, Peppers and Mushrooms in a Creole Sauce with Fettuccine Pasta
    Masquerade Cannoli – Mixed Berry Insalada
  • The Thirsty Fish
    Boulevardier – Bourbon, Italian Liqueur, Fortified Wine
  • Splendido Bar & Grill
    Mojito Lemonade – Vodka, Black Raspberry Liqueur, Simple Syrup, Raspberry, Mint

Hard Rock Hotel

  • The Kitchen
    Bourbon Street Beignets – Bourbon Caramel Sauce, Powdered Sugar
    French 75 – Gin, Fresh Lemon Juice, Sugar, Champagne
  • Velvet Bar
    N’awlins Po’ Boy Sliders – Smoked Andouille Sausage, Sauteed Peppers and Onions, Cajun Remoulade, Toasted French Bread
    French 75 – Gin, Fresh Lemon Juice, Sugar, Champagne
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    Hurricane – Rum, Grenadine, Pineapple and Orange Juice

Loews Royal Pacific Resort

  • Islands Dining Room
    King Cake Pancakes – Lemon and Powdered Sugar Glaze, Spiced Walnuts
    Orchid Court Lounge & Sushi Bar
    Orchid – Gin, Elderflower Liqueur, Crème de Violet, Lemon Juice, Simple Syrup, Pea Flower Float
  • Tuk Tuk Market
    Chocolate Bomb – Choose from: Chocolate and Caramel with Spiced Pecan with Mardi Gras Purple, Green and Gold Décor, S’mores or Cookies and Cream

Loews Sapphire Falls Resort

  • Amatista Cookhouse
    Shrimp & Andouille Sausage Gumbo Pot Pie – Vegetables and Okra
  • Strong Water Tavern
    Cucumber Hurricane Twist – Light Rum, Lime Juice, Midori, Sliced Cucumber
  • New Dutch Trading Co.
    Traditional King Cake

Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort

  • Galaxy Bowl
    Shrimp Po’ Boy with Zapps Chips – Crispy Cajun Fried Shrimp on a French Baguette, Topped with Creole Inspired Creamy Remoulade Sauce
    Laissez les bons temps Rouler Hurricane – Light Rum, Rum, Passionfruit Liqueur, Orange Juice, Lemon Juice, Grenadine; Served in a light-up souvenir Galaxy Bowl tumblr with straw. Refills will be $22 with the cup on Mardi Gras cocktail only.

Universal’s Aventura Hotel

  • Bar 17 Bistro
    Crawfish Etouffee – Crawfish, Onions, Celery, Bell Peppers, Rice
  • Urban Pantry
    Muffuletta Sandwich – Genoa Salami, Mortadella, Ham, Provolone and Swiss Cheese, Olive Salad
  • Bar 17 Bistro & barVentura
    Hurricane – Dark Rum, Passion Fruit, Tropical Juices
    Sazerac – Rye Whiskey, Absinthe, Simple Syrup, Bitters

Universal’s Endless Summer Resort: Surfside Inn and Suites

  • Beach Break Café
    New Orleans BBQ Shrimp & Dirty Rice – Sauteed Shrimp, Worcestershire Sauce, Cajun Spiced Rice, Andouille Sauce
  • Sand Bar
    The Endless Carnaval – Silver Rum, Spiced Rum, Passionfruit Liqueur, Pineapple Juice, Orange Juice, Dried Blackberries, Pineapple Wedge, Green Sugar Rim

Universal’s Endless Summer Resort: Dockside Inn and Suites

  • Pier 8 Market
    New Orleans Cajun Roasted Chicken & Dirty Rice – Cajun Spiced Oven Roasted Half Chicken, Creole Rice, Andouille Sausage, Sweet Candied Bacon
  • Sunset Lounge, The Oasis Beach Bar & The Wave Maker’s Pool Bar
    The Endless Carnaval – Silver Rum, Spiced Rum, Passionfruit Liqueur, Pineapple Juice, Orange Juice, Dried Blackberries, Pineapple Wedge, Green Sugar Rim


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