Mac and Cheese Cones are the breakout food star of Epic Universe’s Isle of Berk. Discover all three flavors and why they’re a must-try for theme park foodies.
The dragons aren’t the only things heating up Universal Epic Universe. Over in the Isle of Berk, themed to How to Train Your Dragon, a savory new snack has soared into fan obsession status: Mac and Cheese Cones. These handheld, flavor-packed cones are the latest viral sensation and an absolute must-eat for anyone visiting the new park. But what exactly are they? Where can you get them? And are they worth the hype? Let’s break down why these cones have become legendary among theme park foodies.
A Cheesy Viking Innovation
The Mac and Cheese Cones are served fresh from Hooligan’s Grog & Gruel, one of the Isle of Berk’s quick-service spots. They are also at Spit Fyre Grill in the How to Train Your Dragon- Isle of berk world of Universal Epic Universe. The concept: take a warm Cuban bread cone, brush it with margarine and Viking-seasoned spices, then stuff it with bold, creamy fillings. Still, these aren’t your basic mac and cheese bowls in disguise—each cone delivers a unique flavor combo that balances comfort with creativity.
The Three Mac and Cheese Cones You Need to Try
Classic Mac & Cheese
The OG. Creamy, cheesy noodles are tucked into the bread cone and topped with fish-shaped crackers for a nostalgic crunch. It’s everything you want in theme park comfort food—warm, melty, and perfect on the go.
Dragon Fire Chicken Spire
Calling all spice fans. This fiery cone includes Nashville hot pulled chicken, Calabrian peppers, hot honey, chimichurri, and crispy onions. It’s smoky, sweet, and packs a punch.
PB & J Mac & Cheese
This one’s for the flavor adventurers. Featuring harissa BBQ pulled pork, peanut bacon jam, and herbs, this cone delivers sweet, savory, and spicy all in one bite. Yes, it sounds weird. Yes, it works. Psst, we wrote a theme park dining review about this one.
“Our team members are the ones that skyrocketed this,” says Chef Eric Corriea of the How to Train Your Dragon — Isle of Berk culinary team. “The social media presence it had and word-of-mouth among team members [during preview] was the best marketing we could imagine having. It became a fear of missing out.”
“It’s one of those items where once you see it, you definitely want to do whatever you can to experience it,” Chef Eric adds. “The [research and development] team knocked it out of the park with this. They hit gold.”
Behind the Scenes of a Theme Park Food Hit
According to the Discover Universal blog, the cones were carefully developed by Universal’s culinary team with storytelling and visual appeal in mind. The team wanted something that was both “Instagrammable” and delicious—and they nailed it. Guests have been lining up for them since previews began, with some fans even calling them “the best thing you can eat at Epic Universe.”
Why Mac and Cheese Cones Are So Popular
Aside from the obvious comfort food appeal, there are a few key reasons why Mac and Cheese Cones are getting so much love:
- ✅ Portability – It’s a full meal in a cone. Walk, eat, repeat.
- 🎯 Visuals – The colorful toppings and cone shape make them perfect for social media.
- 🔥 Flavor Variety – From classic to spicy to peanut bacon jam (seriously!), there’s something for everyone.
- 🐉 Theming – Everything, from the cone wrapper to the seasoning, ties into the Isle of Berk’s Viking atmosphere.
Even Universal’s culinary creatives are thrilled with the guest response. “You work on a project for so long and then you see it go out and people are excited about it—it’s emotional,” said one team member in the official video.
Final Bite: Should You Try Them?
If you’re visiting Epic Universe when it opens, don’t miss your chance to try the Mac and Cheese Cones. Whether you’re a theme park foodie, a How to Train Your Dragon fan, or just hungry for something new, these cones deliver both fun and flavor.
They’re not just a snack—they’re part of the story. And they prove that even in the world of dragons and Vikings, mac and cheese still reigns supreme.
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