Universal Studios Hollywood is raising the bar on immersive theme park experiences with the launch of Universal Fan Fest Nights, an after-hours event that combines fandom, food, and fantasy in unforgettable fashion. Beginning Friday, April 25, and running select nights through May 18, 2025, Fan Fest Nights invites guests to “Really Go There,” not just through Universal attractions and entertainment, but through a creatively curated dining experience that spans seven beloved universes.
Executive Chef Julia Thrash has masterminded a dazzling menu for the event, drawing inspiration directly from the storylines and characters of each franchise featured during Fan Fest Nights. Whether trekking through the stars with Star Trek, facing dragons in Dungeons and Dragons, or powering up in Super Nintendo World, guests will find themed dishes and drinks designed to heighten the immersion.
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Star Trek: Red Alert brings galactic flavor to Quark’s Café at Hollywood & Dine. From Klingon Targ Legs to Tribble Truffle Trio, the offerings combine quirky names with high-concept culinary twists. At the nearby 10 Forward Bar, guests attending the Universal after-hours event can sip on Romulan Ale or the glittery green Orion Hurricane, each drink crafted to transport them to the Final Frontier. Meanwhile, Back to the Future: Destination Hill Valley transforms Mel’s Diner into a nostalgic trip through time, complete with the Flux Capacitor Patty Melt and the flame-colored Outatime Cookie. The Time Traveler’s Malt Shake promises a sweet blast from the past.
Over at Dungeons and Dragons: Secrets of Waterdeep, fans can feast at The First Roll Tavern in Jurassic Cove. Adventurous bites like the Beholder’s Brew Fondue and the jaw-dropping Gelatinous Cube dessert bring the fantasy realm to life. In addition, Magical cocktails like Eldritch Blast and Charm Person offer a potent finish. One Piece: Grand Pirate Gathering sails into Cocina Mexicana with items like Luffy’s Meat on a Bone and Devil Fruit Concha, while Nami’s Tangerine Breeze and Thousand Sunny Donut (also sold at Voodoo Doughnut) add sweetness to the high-seas adventure. Jujutsu Kaisen‘s debut at Fan Fest this year offers darkly decadent treats like Sukuna Cursed Crunch and Nobara’s Strawberry Hammer Smash from a re-themed DreamWorks cart, perfect for fans of cursed energy.
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter gets a spellbinding menu at Three Broomsticks, including a Hogwarts house-themed Cornish Pasty, Sunday Roast, and the Golden Snitch dessert. Magic Neep Cart and Florean Fortescue’s Ice-Cream also offer enchanting churros and soft serve treats inspired by Hogwarts Houses and creatures. In addition, Super Nintendo World joins the celebration with two exclusive Yoshi-themed items at Toadstool Cafe: Yoshi’s Fettuccini Alfredo and Yoshi’s Smoothie, packed with vibrant flavors and whimsical presentation. Making the experience even more accessible, Universal Studios is debuting the Fan Fest Nights Dining Pass, allowing guests to sample a combination of two entrées and four sides, snacks, desserts, or beverages at participating locations. All eligible items will be marked with a special logo, and the pass can be purchased at kiosks and select restaurants.
Universal Reveals Food Selection for Fan Fest Nights
Star Trek: Red Alert
Quark’s Cafe at Hollywood and Dine
- Klingon Targ Legs: Charsui honey pork wings served with kimchi fried rice
- Andorian Red Bat Sandwich: Herb marinated chicken breast on a bao bun with garlic aioli, charred red onion and arugula served with Andorian Tuber Root
- Vulcan Fritters: Fried mushroom fritters served with hummus and dusted with a Redspice Vulcan logo
- Bajoran Hasperat: Slow-cooked spicy pork, gochujang, pickled vegetables with sriracha mayonnaise
- Cardassian Dog: Hot Cheeto covered Korean-style Corn Dog with Yamok sauce, made with smoked gouda, nacho cheese, gochujang and jalapenos
- Orion Spice Funnel Cake: Matcha dusted funnel cake topped with matcha icing, whipped cream and Orion spice crumble
- Tribble Truffle Trio: A trio of chocolate truffles topped with coconut
10 Forward Bar at Laemmle Courtyard
- Klingon Bloodwine: A popular Klingon wine
- Andorian Ale: Originated on the planet Andoria, this blue colored alcoholic beverage is made with gin, blue Curacao, lemonade, lemon/lime soda and garnished with blue vanilla cake frosting and pop rocks, served in a shot glass
- Plomeek Tea: This refreshing beverage features hibiscus iced tea, fresh raspberries and garnished with mint sprig
- Bajoran Ale: A traditional Quark cocktail served with and without alcohol. With alcohol, the cocktail features tequila, mezcal, pineapple and lime juice, ginger and simple syrup, bitters and soda water, and garnished with ginger candy. The mocktail version includes non-alcoholic spirits, ginger ale and orange juice and garnished with ginger candy
- Kanar: A popular Cardassian liquor made with aged rum, pomegranate juice, black cherry syrup, lemon juice and soda water and garnished with a black cherry fruit gummy candy
- Orion Hurricane: Served on the USS Enterprise, this strikingly green beverage is made with coconut, pineapple and lime rum, melon liquor, lime juice, green apple syrup, soda water and edible glitter and garnished with a silver dusted dehydrated lime slice
- Ceti Eel Margarita: Inspired by the Ceti Eel that enters the body via the ear and wraps itself around the cerebral cortex, this cocktail features vodka, lime juice, agave, pineapple juice, jalapeno syrup and bitters and garnished with electric fire dust and a gummy Ceti Eel
- Romulan Ale: This drink features vodka, blue Curacao, lemon juice, simple syrup, lemon / lime soda and bitters and garnished with blue rock candy
- Tea, Earl Grey, Cold and Hot: A cocktail twist on Captain Picard’s favorite available both cold and hot, features bourbon, Earl Grey tea, honey syrup and lemon juice and garnished with a dehydrated lemon slice
- Chateau Picard: A French Bordeaux wine inspired by the Picard family vineyard, Chateau Picard
Back to the Future: Destination Hill Valley
Mel’s Diner
- Outatime Cookie: Chocolate malt cookie with crunchie pieces and chocolate pieces and garnished with edible flame colored icing
- The Time Machine: Pastrami melt with Swiss cheese and cabbage slaw served on toasted sourdough
- Flux Capacitor Patty Melt: All-beef patty, sweet caramelized onions, American cheese and Thousand Island dressing served on a Flux Capacitor branded sourdough
- Doc Brown’s Chicken Pot Pie: Chicken pot pie dusted with crispy cheddar cheese flakes
- Time Traveler’s Malt Shake: Vanilla ice cream, blue raspberry sauce and whipped cream topped with blue and silver sprinkles with a cherry on top
Dungeons and Dragons: Secrets Of Waterdeep
The First Roll Tavern at Jurrasic Cove
- Hunter’s Mark: Marinated beef, arugula and cheese served on a ciabatta roll
- Beholder’s Brew Fondue: Rosemary and onion tavern loaf served with creamy beer fondue
- Traveler’s Rations: Dried fruit, hardtack, cheese and dried meats
- Fireball: Spicey chocolate brownie with a strawberry, chili and lime filling and topped with pop rocks
- Gelatinous Cube: Blue raspberry gummy filled with candy bones and sugar weapons
- The Eldritch Blast: A neon green cocktail made with vodka, apple and kiwi syrup, lemon juice, lemon / lime soda, edible green glitter, edible electric dust, kiwi popping boba and a mint sprig
- Red Dragon’s Breath: A cherry red cocktail made with tequila, dragon fruit syrup, lime juice, jalapeno, and hibiscus ginger beer served over dry ice
- Goodberry: A brick red cocktail made with white rum, blackberry syrup, lavender syrup, lemon juice, and soda water and garnished with candy
- Charm Person: A golden yellow cocktail made with spiced rum, elderflower liqueur, lime juice, honey and mango syrup and garnished with habanero, chili and lime and a tamarind infused straw
- Beholder’s Blueberry Shandy: Draft beer, lemonade and blueberry syrup and garnished with blueberries
- Beholder’s Brew: Draft beer
One Piece: Grand Pirate Gathering
Sanji’s Gallery at Cocina Mexicana
- Franky’s Cola Barbacoa: Shredded beef tacos topped with pickled onion, jalapeno and cilantro served with a side of tortilla chips
- Luffy’s Meat on a Bone: Braised ribs topped with mole, sesame seeds and cilantro
- Zoro’s Torta: Grilled shrimp with chile lime crema, cabbage slaw and avocados with a side of tortilla chips
- Sanji’s Chicken Adobo: Marinated chicken simmered in a blend of chili and garlic served over Spanish rice, refried beans and cotija cheese brow
- Straw Hat Crew Nachos: Tortilla chips layered with Caribbean jerk chicken, queso, pineapple salsa and cilantro
- Pirate’s Plunder Chips and Dip: Tortilla chips served with a trio of dipping sauces
- Chopper Cupcake: Vanilla sponge cake filled with crispy cotton candy pieces, topped with cotton candy frosting and chocolate cookie antlers
- Devil Fruit Concha: Sweet bread roll with ginger pineapple filling
- Namie’s Tangerine Breeze: Tasty orange beverage made with tangerine and lime juice, honey syrup and club soda, garnished with a tangerine slice and mint sprig
- Nico Robin’s Tropical Iced Tea: Black iced tea, pineapple juice, coconut water and honey, topped with a pineapple wedge, pineapple frond and fresh raspberries
- Thousand Sunny Donut: Donut filled with mango, chili and lime, emblazoned with an edible Thousand Sunny emblem. This treat will also be available at Voodoo Doughnut at Universal CityWalk Hollywood.
Jujutsu Kaisen: Hunger of the Cursed
Re-themed DreamWorks Concession Cart
- Sukuna Cursed Crunch: Red velvet cookie with white chocolate chips
- Ten Shadows Churro: Chocolate and cream sandwich cookie drizzled with vanilla frosting atop a powdered sugar churro drizzled with chocolate frosting
- Yuji’s Chocolate Brownie: Vanilla and Chocolate churros coated in vanilla and chocolate icing, sprinkles and printed token
- Nobara’s Strawberry Hammer Smash: A frozen strawberry beverage with sweet and spicy chili and lime rim and garnished with a fresh strawberry
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
Three Broomsticks
A three-course meal served at the Three Broomsticks. Reservations required and can be made via the free official Universal Studios Hollywood downloadable app. Guests may choose one menu item from each of the following categories:
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Appetizers:
- Hogwarts Cornish Pasty
- Gryffindor: Potato and pea Cornish pasty with red pepper chutney
- Slytherin: Potato and pea Cornish pasty with cilantro and mint chutney
- Hufflepuff: Potato and pea Cornish pasty with mango chutney
- Ravenclaw: Potato and pea Cornish pasty with blueberry chutney
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Entrees:
- Sunday Roast: Herb-crusted roast, served with roasted vegetables, potato puree, onion gravy and Yorkshire pudding
- Curry Chicken: Served with steamed rice, charred red onion and yogurt drizzle
- Fish and Chips: Fresh beer battered cod, served with chips, smashed peas and grilled lemon
- Toad in the Hole: Vegan Yorkshire pudding with plant-based sausage, served with roasted vegetables, potato puree and onion gravy
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Desserts:
- The Golden Snitch: Vanilla sponge cake, chocolate mousse and orange marmalade topped with honey tuille wings.
- The House Cup Trifle: Pineapple, kiwi, strawberries and blueberries layered with a vanilla orange sponge cake and vanilla bean pastry cream
Magic Neep Cart
- Hogwarts Meat Pie: Puff pastry filled with braised beef, potatoes, peas, onions and carrots
- Hogwarts House Churro
- Gryffindor: Churro rolled in cherry sugar and topped with vanilla icing
- Slytherin: Churro rolled in green apple sugar and topped with vanilla icing
- Hufflepuff: Churro rolled in pineapple coconut sugar and topped with vanilla icing
- Ravenclaw: Churro rolled in blue raspberry sugar and topped with vanilla icing
Florean Fortescue’s Ice-Cream Counter
- Niffler’s Bounty Ice Cream Cone: Caramel soft serve served in a chocolate waffle cone, topped with a chocolate gold coin and edible pearls
- The Pygmy Puff Sundae: Vanilla soft serve served in a blueberry waffle cone, topped with cotton floss
Super Nintendo World: Let’s Go Yoshi
Toadstool Cafe
- Yoshi’s Smoothie (Apple Melon): Bursting with the flavors of green apple and honeydew melon with a touch of milk for creaminess and topped with whipped cream, honeydew melon syrup and a mint sprig
- Yoshi’s Fettuccini Alfredo: Pesto alfredo sauce, grilled chicken, broccoli and mushrooms topped with Yoshi Egg bread