Hanami first appeared at the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival in 2013, and returns for its twelfth festival this year. “Journey to Japan for innovative plates crafted with culinary Zen.” This year’s 2024 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival takes place February 28 – May 27, 2024.
Menu for Hanami at the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival
Food:
- Frushi: Strawberry, Pineapple and Lychee wrapped in Coconut Rice and Pink Soy Wrap served with Whipped Cream, Drizzled Raspberry Sauce and Toasted Coconut – $7.75
- 🆕 Steam Bun filled with Vegetables and Plant-Based Soy Meat – $8.50
- 🆕 Ramen Cup: Ramen Salad shaken in a cup with Fresh Vegetables, Grilled Chicken and Dashi Broth with Chili Oil and Yuzu – $8.50
Beverages:
*Price per bottle is an average price of the spirit at your local liquor store.
- 🆕 Watermelon-Strawberry Lemonade (Non-Alcoholic) – $6.75
- 🆕 Orange Blossom Brewing Co. Cherry Blossom Green Tea Pilsner, Orlando, FL (5.5% ABV) – $5.00 for 6 oz., $9.50 for 12 oz.
- Ozeki Pineapple Nigori Sake ($12/bottle) – $9.75
- 🆕 Ichigo Breeze Cocktail: Sake with Strawberry and Watermelon – $7.75
The Ozeki Pineapple Nigori Sake returns to Hanami in 2024, having last appeared in 2022.
Photos of Menu Items from Hanami at the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival
Frushi: Strawberry, Pineapple and Lychee wrapped in Coconut Rice and Pink Soy Wrap served with Whipped Cream, Drizzled Raspberry Sauce and Toasted Coconut – $7.75
Rank out of 7: 5
The popular Frushi returns with a dish that’s just as pleasant as previous years. Not only does Frushi taste great, but it looks good too. The sweet coconut rice wrapped around the different fruit made for a crisp and refreshing snack.
*NEW* Steam Bun filled with Vegetables and Plant-Based Soy Meat – $8.50
Rank out of 7: 6
The plant-based meat works well here, and the bun itself has an authentic taste and texture. This is one of the best vegan options this year.
*NEW* Ramen Cup: Ramen Salad shaken in a cup with Fresh Vegetables, Grilled Chicken and Dashi Broth with Chili Oil and Yuzu – $8.50
Rank out of 7: 5
We thought this was nicely flavored for summer, and the sauce was very good. The yuzu comes through just enough. However, it’s overpriced for what you get.
*NEW* Watermelon-Strawberry Lemonade (Non-Alcoholic) – $6.75
Rank out of 7: 1
We will not be returning for this. It’s basically syrup — nauseatingly so.
*NEW* Orange Blossom Brewing Co. Cherry Blossom Green Tea Pilsner, Orlando, FL (5.5% ABV) – $5.00 for 6 oz., $9.50 for 12 oz.
From correspondence with Orange Blossom Brewing, this beer, dubbed Sakura Blossom, is exclusive to the festival. “Sakura Blossom is a refreshing taste of Spring, weaving together the crispness of orange blossom honey with the subtle fruitiness of cherries and the earthy notes of green tea. Every sip of Sakura Blossom is a moment of serenity, reminiscent of a peaceful stroll through blooming cherry blossoms, capturing the delicate essence of the season.”
Ozeki Pineapple Nigori Sake ($12/bottle) – $9.75
According to Ozeki, this sake is “slightly sweet with a sour kick of Costa Rican pineapple. Refreshing, tropical pineapple flavor bursts in your mouth.”
*NEW* Ichigo Breeze Cocktail: Sake with Strawberry and Watermelon – $7.75
Rank out of 7: 3
The sake makes this a little better, but the bar was so low in the first place. We don’t recommend this either.
Location of Hanami at the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival
Hanami is located adjacent to the Japan Pavilion on World Showcase Promenade. You can find it at number 16 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 2024 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival coverage is available from our landing page at https://wdwnt.garden!
- Previous coverage:
- REVIEW: Creamy Shrimp Udon Joins Frushi and More Available at Hanami for the 2023 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival
- REVIEW: Impressive Chicken Yakitori, Beef Tataki, and More Join the Frushi at Hanami for the 2022 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival
- REVIEW: Hanami Debuts Sushi-Inspired Shrimp and Crab and Amazing Pork Shank at the 2021 Taste of EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival
- REVIEW: Hanami Brings Kawaii Dishes to the 2020 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival
- REVIEW: Hanami – Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival 2019
- REVIEW: Hanami Outdoor Kitchen – Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival 2018
- Top 7 NEW Items at Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival 2018
- The Japan Pavilion at other festivals: