REVIEW: Universal Orlando Annual Passholder Exclusive Poc Chuc from Antojitos Authentic Mexican Food at CityWalk

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Universal Orlando is celebrating Annual Passholder Appreciation Days in many ways, including Passholder-exclusive menu items all around the resort. Today, we stopped by Antojitos Authentic Mexican Food, found on the second level of CityWalk, to try the Poc Chuc. Antojitos offers two levels of indoor dining as well as outdoor dining. UOAP Appreciation Days Exclusive … Read more

REVIEW: The AP Roll is a Delicious But Spicy Addition to Passholder Appreciation Days at The Cowfish in Universal Orlando CityWalk

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In honor of Passholder Appreciation Days at Universal Orlando Resort, exclusive new menu items are popping up all over. Today we tried the AP Roll at The Cowfish Sushi Burger Bar. The AP Roll – $19.00 Braised short rib glazed with Orange Togarashi BBQ, panko fried and topped with a Caribbean mango slaw When we … Read more

PHOTOS: New “Back To The Future” Merchandise Strikes at Universal Orlando Resort

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We took a trip through time and stumbled upon brand new “Back To The Future” merchandise inside the Universal Legacy Store at CityWalk. Dr. Emmett Brown Plush – $17 New plush have arrived from the “Kidrobot” brand featuring the film’s main characters. Marty McFly Plush -$17 Back To The Future Boxer Briefs – $22 We … Read more

PHOTOS: New Jurassic World Mug Stomps Into Universal Orlando Resort

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While visiting the Universal Studios Store at CityWalk in Universal Orlando today, we found this awesome new “Jurassic World” mug — check it out! “Jurassic World” T-Rex Mug — $25 The mug itself is the head of a T-Rex with its menacing teeth and yellow eyes clearly visible. The handle is the gate archway into … Read more

PHOTOS: New “Harry Potter” Deathly Hallows Merchandise Apparates Into CityWalk at Universal Orlando Resort

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While perusing the Universal Studios Store at CityWalk, we found several new pieces of Deathly Hallows themed merchandise from Harry Potter. Let’s check it out! “Harry Potter” Deathly Hallows Coin Purse — $18 This coin purse features a triangular fold that collapses to show the sign of the Deathly Hallows. You can see the button snaps … Read more

PHOTOS: New Harry Potter Wand Pen and Bookmark Sets Arrive at Universal Orlando Resort

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“Accio merchandise!” A new set of Harry Potter character wand pens and bookmarks magically appeared inside the Universal Studios Store in CityWalk. These new pieces are from the Noble Collection, like the Dark Wizard Wand Collection we spotted recently in Knockturn Alley. Severus Snape Wand Pen and Bookmark – $15 Each set includes a pen … Read more

NBC Sports Grill & Brew Opens Today at Universal CityWalk Hollywood

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NBC Sports Grill & Brew has opened at Universal CityWalk Hollywood. Just like its counterpart at Universal Orlando Resort, guests can enjoy the grill’s menu while watching a variety of NBC sports. Read the press release from Universal below. Universal CityWalk Hollywood, located adjacent to Universal Studios Hollywood, scores with today’s opening of its newest … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Universal Orlando Resort 7/9/21 (The Haunting of Hill House Shirts, Flowers for Skip, Lunch at Finnegan’s Bar and Grill, and More)

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Welcome to another beautiful day here at the Universal Orlando Resort. The sky is blue, the sun is shining, and we’re ready for another day in the parks. Let’s make our way over to Universal Studios Florida first. The Five and Dime has plenty of preview merchandise. Universal Orlando recently announced The Haunting of Hill … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: NBC Olympics “Rings Across America” To Make Stops at Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Orlando Resort in July

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A life-sized set of Olympic Rings will be arriving at both U.S. Universal parks this July as part of NBC’s “Rings Across America.” The Olympic Rings will kick off the tour from CityWalk Universal Studios Hollywood July 3-4. Later in the tour, they will be displayed at the Universal Studios Florida entrance July 16 – … Read more

Passholder Appreciation Days Return to Universal Orlando Resort in August

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Exciting news for all of the passholders of Universal Orlando Resort. Passholder Appreciation Days are returning this August from the 16th through September 30th. The event, presented by Coca Cola, is a celebration for Passholders with tons of perks, discounts and exclusive opportunities like unique food and beverage items throughout the parks, hotels and Universal … Read more

REVIEW: Bend the Bao Opens With Several Delicious Options at Universal Orlando CityWalk

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Bend the Bao has opened at CityWalk in Universal Orlando Resort. The bao kiosk replaces the Fusion Bistro sushi kiosk that closed earlier this year. We got a look at the menu yesterday and were excited to get a bite of the new fusion bao. Two bao are $11.99, and an additional bao is $4.49. … Read more

PHOTOS: Full Menu & Pricing for NEW Bend the Bao Quick Service Restaurant at Universal CityWalk

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Earlier today Universal Orlando Resort officially confirmed the new food location replacing the former Fusion Bistro sushi kiosk at CityWalk. We stopped by Bend the Bao to take a look at the finished product and their full menu before its grand opening tomorrow. Management from Universal was enjoying a preview of this new food location … Read more

Bend the Bao Quick Service Dining Opening June 15th at Universal CityWalk

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Universal Orlando Resort has announced the new quick service food location that will replace the former sushi venue on the second floor of CityWalk. Bend the Bao will offer guests a menu of different baos and Asian-style cuisine to choose from. Items include a Crab Cake Bao with Maryland-style crab cake, shredded lettuce and mustard aioli, … Read more

PHOTOS: Asian-Themed Food Kiosk Taking Over Former Sushi Location at Universal Orlando CityWalk

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The Fusion Bistro Sushi & Sake Bar food kiosk closed permanently at the end of April earlier this year. Since then the location has remained empty, and no plans have been officially announced for a replacement. Universal has only confirmed that it will be another quick-service option. Today we noticed new art and decor put … Read more

REVIEW: Limited-Time “Cake Slice” Deliciously Celebrates Anniversary of Voodoo Doughnut at Universal CityWalk Orlando

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It’s Voodoo Doughnut’s anniversary at Universal CityWalk Orlando and they’re celebrating with the best way they know how—with delicious doughnuts! Though they weren’t on display or on the shelves, the limited-time Anniversary doughnuts are shaped like cake slices and come in three flavors: Vanilla, Chocolate, and Strawberry. We decided on the vanilla. Vanilla Anniversary Doughnut … Read more

“Unprecedented Times” Announcement Removed From Universal Orlando Resort Security Area

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Since reopening last summer, Universal Orlando Resort has had audio announcements play periodically throughout CityWalk and the theme parks, reminding guests to follow health and safety guidelines. One announcement, which referenced today’s “unprecedented times,” played on repeat when going through security. It has now been removed and music is all you will hear when on … Read more