Universal Mardi Gras food returns in 2026 with international flavors, New Orleans-inspired dishes, and specialty drinks. Here is a sneak peek at the lineup.
UPDATE: Full Universal Orlando Mardi Gras food and beverage booth menus!
Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval is returning to Universal Studios Florida from February 7 through April 4, 2026, and foodies are in for another delicious adventure. This vibrant festival blends New Orleans-style favorites with bold global cuisine throughout the park — making it one of the most mouthwatering seasonal celebrations in Orlando.
International Food Booths and Festival Bites
While Universal has not yet released the official full 2026 menus, the festival is confirmed to include a diverse array of international cuisine and New Orleans-inspired dishes along the streets of Universal Studios Florida as part of the “International Flavors of Carnaval” experience. Expect offerings that span bold regional tastes, including Cajun favorites and global bites, served at food booths throughout the event.
Food is included with park admission (at an additional cost per item), with dishes typically ranging from snacks and shareables to hearty festival treats. Past menus have featured categories like French Quarter sweets, Caribbean flavors, Latin American bites, European classics, and more. Booths normally feature items such as beignets and king cake from New Orleans alongside globally inspired small plates and drinks and similar offerings are expected for 2026.
Universal Mardi Gras Food Sneak Peek
With the big concert announcements for the Universal Orlando Mardi Gras event, the theme park also released some information about the food and beverages coming to the 2026 event. These include:
Universal Studios Florida
Beignets – New Orleans
King Cake – New Orleans
Chicken Souvlaki – Greece
Baked Cajun Mac & Cheese – USA
Rasta Pasta – Jamaica
Picanha – Brazil
Fish & Chips – Ireland
Ham, Brie and Berry Crepe – France (Central Park Crepes)
Mala Beef Skewer – China
Verlasso Salmon – Chile
Sfogliatella (Crispy “Lobster Tail” Pastry)
Tostilocos – Mexico
Vienna-Style Pork Schnitzel – Austria
Pinchos de Lechon – Puerto Rico
Kingston Rum Punch
Colors of Carnival
Bloody Mary
King Cola (UOAP Exclusive)
Universal CityWalk Orlando
- Carnavale Concha Shake – Toothsome Chocolate Emporium and Savory Feast Kitchen
- Mardi Gras Doughnut- Voodoo Doughnut
Universal Mardi Gras Food and Beverages at the Resort Hotels
Universal Orlando Resort promoted that the best way for guests to enjoy Universal Mardi Gras and keep the party going is by staying at one of Universal Orlando’s 11 magnificently-themed hotels, where they can indulge in delectable Mardi Gras food and beverage offerings unique to each hotel, from Bourbon Street Beignets at The Kitchen in the Hard Rock Hotel to Korean Cajun Jambalaya at Bar 17 Bistro in Universal Aventura Hotel to Voodoo Street Fries at the Pier 8 Market in Universal Endless Summer Resort – Dockside Inn and Suites, and much more. Hotel guests can also enjoy exclusive benefits during their visit, including Early Park Admission and complimentary transportation to the theme parks.
Photos of Universal Mardi Gras Food
We have photos of some of the Universal Mardi Gras food and beverage options at the hotels. They include:
4am on Decatur – Universal Helios Grand Hotel
Soul Crab Beignets – Universal Helios Grand Hotel
Lady Iris – Universal Helios Grand Hotel
Mini King Cake – Universal Helios Grand Hotel
Shrimp Po’Boy – Universal Stella Nova Resort
Cosmic Carnival – Universal Stella Nova Resort
Shrimp and Grits – Universal Terra Luna Resort
La Louisiane – Universal Terra Luna Resort
Chicken & Sweet Potato Lumpia – Loews Royal Pacific Resort
Italian 75 – Loews Royal Pacific Resort
Orchid Cocktail – Loews Royal Pacific Resort
Ancho Chile Chicken Empanada – Loews Sapphire Falls Resort
Cucumber Hurricane Twist – Loews Sapphire Falls Resort
Muffuletta-Inspired Pasta – Loews Portofino Bay Hotel
Bayou Board – Hard Rock Hotel
French 75 – Hard Rock Hotel
Korean Cajun Jambalaya – Universal Aventura Hotel
Sujeonggwa – Universal Aventura Hotel
Mardi Gras Flat Bread -Universal Cabana Bay Beach Resort
Sazerac – Universal Cabana Bay Beach Resort
Bayou Blast – Universal Endless Summer Resort Surfside Inn and Suites
Masque D’amour Cocktail – Universal Endless Summer Resort Surfside Inn and Suites
Masque D’amour Cocktail – Universal Endless Summer Resort Dockside Inn and Suites
Voodoo Street Fries – Universal Endless Summer Resort Dockside Inn and Suites
Universal Mardi Gras Food
Whether you’re a Bayou traditionalist or a global foodie, Universal Orlando’s 2026 Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval delivers an unforgettable culinary journey. From the classic crunch of powdered sugar beignets to the bold spices of Vienna-style pork schnitzel and Puerto Rican pinchos de lechon, the park truly transforms into a world-class food festival. With the celebration running from February 7 through April 4, there is plenty of time to grab a Tasting Seminar or a Food & Beverage Card and explore every booth. Grab your beads, raise a Cat 5 drink, and savor the best flavors of the season.
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