Opening Bites is back for its second appearance at the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts in 2026. “Start your day with savory snacks or a luscious chocolate treat.” This year, the 2026 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts takes place January 16 – February 23, 2026.
Menu for Opening Bites at the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts
Food:
- Soft Shell Crab Slider: Green Papaya Slaw and Mango Ketchup on a Sweet Roll – $7.49
- Enchanted Rose: Dark Chocolate Mousse Rose – $6.49
Beverages:
*Price per bottle is an average price of the spirit at your local liquor store.
- Crooked Can Brewing Company Fantasia Fusion IPA, Winter Garden, FL (5.4% ABV) – $6.00 for 6 oz., $9.75 for 12 oz.
- von Trapp Brewing Bohemian Pilsner, Stowe, VT (5.4% ABV) – $6.00 for 6 oz., $9.75 for 12 oz.
- 🆕 Southern Tier Brewing Co. Caramel Cookie Bar Imperial Stout, Lakewood, NY (10.0% ABV) – $6.00 for 6 oz., $9.75 for 12 oz.
- Charles Heidsieck Brut Réserve Champagne, Reims, France ($70/bottle) – $12.00
- Beer Flight – $12.75
This year, the Soft Shell Crab Slider has switched from a toasted brioche to a sweet roll. Meanwhile, the Enchanted Rose has swapped milk chocolate for dark chocolate.
Photos of Menu Items from Opening Bites at the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts
Soft Shell Crab Slider: Green Papaya Slaw and Mango Ketchup on a Sweet Roll – $7.49
The crab is decent with a little bit of spice. This is way better than last year with a tangy flavor from the slaw. The brioche roll is also an improvement. We rate this a 6 out of 7.
Enchanted Rose: Dark Chocolate Mousse Rose – $6.49
This year, the dessert has dark chocolate instead of milk chocolate. However, we could not tell a difference. It has bitterness, but we definitely think it is milk chocolate. This dish is a downgrade from the previous version. The presentation is still great, though. We rate this a 2 out of 7.
Crooked Can Brewing Company Fantasia Fusion IPA, Winter Garden, FL (5.4% ABV) – $6.00 for 6 oz., $9.75 for 12 oz.
From correspondence with Crooked Can Brewing Company: “This IPA blends the bold hoppy notes of an American IPA, bursting with citrus and tropical fruit aromas, this brew takes you on a journey through an orchestra of hops. Each sip reveals layers of complexity, with a harmonious balance of bitterness and malt sweetness. Let the magic of Fantasia transport you to a realm where imagination knows no bounds. Cheers to a fusion of flavor and fantasy in every glass!”
von Trapp Brewing Bohemian Pilsner, Stowe, VT (5.4% ABV) – $6.00 for 6 oz., $9.75 for 12 oz.
From von Trapp Brewing: “Here is our award-winning interpretation of the original Czech-style pale lager. Spicy and zesty aromatics from Saaz hops combine with notes of honey and hay from continental Pilsner malt to create a fulfilling and quenching bright lager with a dry and subtly bitter finish.”
*NEW* Southern Tier Brewing Co. Caramel Cookie Bar Imperial Stout, Lakewood, NY (10.0% ABV) – $6.00 for 6 oz., $9.75 for 12 oz.
From Southern Tier Brewing Co.: “Satisfy your sweet tooth! Milk chocolate and gooey caramel wrap around sweet cookie for a smooth taste of your favorite candy bar. Take a break from ordinary and taste something so crave-worthy, one is never enough!”
Charles Heidsieck Brut Réserve Champagne, Reims, France ($70/bottle) – $12.00
According to Charles Heidsieck, this champagne has “an elegant nose : freshly baked brioche, roasted notes and ripe, sun-kissed fruits – mango, apricot, mirabelle plum- as well as dried fruits, pistachio and almond… The texture evokes the crunch of a layer of creamy nougat, with fleshy fruits like plums and cherries. The smoothness is provided by the selection of reserve wines. The finish reveals amber and vanilla notes as well as a touch of praline.”
Location of Opening Bites at the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts
Opening Bites is located at CommuniCore Plaza. You can find it at number 27 on the map below.
More Information
- Check out our review of everything new at this year’s festival here, and our overview of all food items here!
- All of our 2026 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts coverage is available from our landing page!
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