Five dishes: chocolate marshmallow pie, lemon cake, and three pizza moon favorites—pepperoni, ricotta, margherita.

REVIEW: The Best Counter Service Pizza at a Theme Park — Pizza Moon in Epic Universe

Katie Francis

It is time to grab a slice (or several) at one of the most thematic restaurants in Celestial Park at Epic Universe: Pizza Moon.

Pizza Moon logo with a cheese moon and pizza slice shines above a starry sky, perfect for Bar Moonshine vibes.

Location

Map showing Pizza Moon, Bar Moonshine, Nintendo Super Star Store, and Constellation Carousel in a theme park area.

Pizza Moon is located in Celestial Park, directly across from the Nintendo Super Star Store. Across the path on the opposite side is the entrance for Constellation Carousel.

Exterior

Entrance to Pizza Moon TKTK restaurant with a large crescent moon sign, people walking by, and sunny weather.

Pizza Moon is housed in a pale pink building with a large blue sign in the style of a theater marquee. The moon icon at the top of the sign has one eye getting struck by a slice of pizza, in a reference to a similar scene where the moon is hit by a rocket in the 1902 silent film “Le Voyage dans la Lune.” There is a section of covered outdoor tables near the main entrance, as well as a smaller section of uncovered tables around the right side.

Interior

Pizza Moon is a quick-service dining area, so there is one larger ordering window and plenty of indoor seating space. The dining room is supposed to be in the style of a Victorian-era theater converted into a restaurant, with an added Pizza flair. The bright blue walls are decorated with moving flats depicting characters eating pizza in space.

Stay tuned for a full interior tour of Pizza Moon.

Menu

Check out the full menu (with prices) for Pizza Moon.

Reviews

12 ” Pizza Reviews

Pizza Lunare – $18.99

Roasted garlic béchamel, fromage de lune, ricotta, pancetta, garlic confit, and purple celestial ube crust

A Pizza Mon pizza with an ube purple crust, melted cheese, ricotta dollops, diced tomatoes, and fresh herbs on top.

The most notable thing about this pizza is the ube crust, which we actually enjoyed. The crust is thin and a little soft, but not in an underdone way. There is a ton of cheese, and the ricotta, in particular, is fantastic. For someone who wants a pizza that is more unique, this would be a solid choice.

Rating out of 7: 6

Hala Kahiki Mahina – $18.99

Porchetta, fromage de lune, pineapple, and citrus mostarda

A wood-fired pizza with cheese, mushrooms, grilled pineapple, and herbs served at Bar Moonshine on a white plate.

The citrus flavor of this pizza is potent but not overpowering. You get an immediate burst of the pineapple and citrus, but it fades a bit as you chew, and it matches well with the sweetness. We only ranked this a little lower than the Pizza Lunare because we missed the added bit of cheese.

Rating out of 7: 5

Space Cowboy – $18.99

BBQ sauce, rotisserie chicken, pickled red onion, Castelvetrano olives, and BBQ potato chips

A Pizza Moon pizza topped with potato chips, pickled red onions, BBQ sauce, and cheese on a white plate.

This pizza was a little too tangy for our taste. The BBQ sauce tasted very vinegar-heavy, and there was not much chicken compared to the other toppings. We aren’t haters of BBQ pizza as a whole, but this didn’t work for us. The crust was still cooked very well and had a nice crunch.

Rating out of 7: 4

A Trip to Vesuvio – $18.99

Fromage de lune, pepperoni, fennel sausage, roasted peppers, caramelized onions, cherry peppers, Calabrian chili, arugula, and hot honey

A baked pizza moon topped with arugula, sausage, and colorful bell peppers on a white plate.

The description of this pizza didn’t mention mushrooms, but there are mushroom caps. We love the flavors of this, it’s definitely the best combination of all the pizzas. The pepperoni is fantastic, and it’s super spicy, which is a plus for us.

Rating out of 7: 7

The Pizza Moon Pepperoni – $17.99

Tomato sauce, fromage de lune, and pepperoni

A pepperoni pizza moon with melted cheese on a white plate, sitting on a gray table.

This is the best “basic” pepperoni pizza we’ve ever had from a counter service restaurant. The pepperoni curls up and traps grease just the way you want. The crust is a little thin but doughy. The cheese is thick and perfectly melted, reminding us of New York pizza. The pepperoni has a bit of spice. It’s incredible.

Rating out of 7: 7

The Giant Mushroom (Vegetarian) – $17.99

Roasted garlic béchamel, fromage de lune, wild mushrooms, truffle aioli, and parsley

A wood-fired pizza moon topped with mushrooms, cheese, herbs, and creamy white sauce sits on a white plate.

This is another phenomenal option. There are loads of big mushrooms. The cheese and béchamel are creamy. The crust has a slightly crispy exterior but a doughy interior. It’s a little salty on the backend.

Rating out of 7: 6

The Nanarossa (Vegetarian) – $17.99

Tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, stracciatella, heirloom tomatoes, and fresh basil

A Margherita pizza moon with tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, and basil leaves on a white plate.

This has the same delicious crust. The mozzarella is nice. It’s pretty good, though not as mind-blowing as some of the other pizzas. It’s an excellent option for vegetarians or picky eaters.

Rating out of 7: 6

Harvest Moon (Vegan) – $17.99

Tomato sauce, grilled artichoke, Divina tomatoes, roasted peppers, Castelvetrano olives, and arugula

A thin-crust pizza moon topped with tomato sauce, artichokes, peppers, olives, and fresh arugula on a white plate.

The Harvest Moon looks almost identical to the Trip to Vesuvio, and it is ultimately the same pizza in a vegan style. For a pizza without cheese, we liked the topping combination. The red sauce is solid, and the artichoke was also fresh.

Rating out of 7: 5

Baked Pasta Reviews

Pink Moon alla Vodka – $15.99

Cheese-stuffed Triangoletti with spicy tomato cream sauce and fromage de lune

A serving of baked lasagna topped with cheese and herbs sits in an oval dish, resembling a pizza moon on the table.

Triangoletti is basically triangular ravioli. The pasta was a little doughy, but the cheese was of okay quality.

Baked lasagna in a metal dish topped with cheese and breadcrumbs, with a pizza moon-shaped portion removed.

We’ve had a lot of bad quick-service theme park pasta. This isn’t bad, but you can tell it’s not great. You can tell it’s not fresh. It’s not too hefty, but it is small for $15.99, considering you can get a whole pizza for just $2 more.

Rating out of 7: 4

Cosmic Alfredo Chicken – $16.99

Radiatore pasta, rotisserie chicken, roasted garlic béchamel, mushrooms, pesto, and fromage de lune

Baked lasagna topped with melted cheese and herbs, served beside a pizza moon on a restaurant table.

The creamy béchamel was the dominant flavor in this pasta. The chicken was bland and dry. The mushrooms did add a bit. The pasta is cooked well, and there’s a ton of cheese. It’s not awful, but still not amazing.

Rating out of 7: 4

Rigatoni Meteor Melt – $16.99

Rigatoni, homemade meatballs, marinara, basil, ricotta, and provolone

Baked ziti pasta with marinara, melted cheese, two meatballs in a white oval dish—perfect for a pizza moon craving.

This was the worst of the three pastas. The top layer of pasta was overcooked. The sauce was pretty good with a bit of spice. The meatballs aren’t bad, but they’re not better than any chain restaurant.

Rating out of 7: 3

Salad Reviews

Moon Cheese Caesar – $11.99

Chopped romaine, Moon Cheese, Caesar dressing, and grated parmesan

Bowl of Caesar salad with lettuce, croutons, parmesan, and pizza moon cheese balls on a dark surface.

This is a fantastic Caesar salad. There was a pretty heavy presence of black pepper and garlic, though not in a way that was overpowering. There was a nice balance of romaine to dressing, and the cheese is a fun touch.

Rating out of 7: 6

Rocket Fuel (Gluten-sensitive) – $16.99

Chopped romaine, salami, pepperoni, pepperoncini, red onions, provolone, Italian dressing, and grated parmesan

A bowl of salad with romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, red onions—perfect for a Pizza Moon night.

The meat is cubed rather than sliced, which makes it a little too chewy. The meat is also heavily seasoned, so it would be better if it were sliced and mixed into the salad more. There is not as much black pepper on this salad compared to the Moon Cheese Caesar, but the dressing ratio is still excellent.

Rating out of 7: 5

Dessert Reviews

Lunar Phase Cake – $6.99

Meyer lemon olive oil cake, limoncello sabayon, blackberries, and raspberry crisps

A round sponge cake, like a pizza moon, dusted with powdered sugar and served with cream, blackberries, and red fruit.

Flora Taverna at Universal Helios Grand Hotel has a disappointing olive oil cake, but thankfully, this was amazing. It’s more delicate with a subtle olive flavor. It’s light and fluffy. It’s not super sweet. The presentation is beautiful. It’s an interesting and unique dessert.

Rating out of 7: 7

Brownie Eclipse – $11.99

Warm gooey brownie, Nutella, toasted marshmallows, and crushed Oreo

A chocolate cake topped with toasted marshmallows, resembling a pizza moon, on a white plate.

The Brownie Eclipse isn’t as unique as the Lunar Phase Cake, but it’s just as good. It’s perfect for chocolate lovers. It’s more of a molten lava cake than a brownie. It’s soft and crumbly, making it hard to pick up. The chocolate is rich and deadly. The Oreos are fresh. It’s a spectacular chocolate dessert.

Rating out of 7: 7

Video

Stay tuned for our video review!

Overall

Don’t get the pasta. It’s called Pizza Moon for a reason. The pizzas are amazing. The desserts are incredible. And the salads are also good options. We definitely recommend Pizza Moon.

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