Truly experiencing The Wizarding World of Harry Potter requires all five senses. And while we love seeing, hearing and interacting with this land at Universal Studios Hollywood, we’re really big into tasting and smelling it. The food and drink options in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter are some of the tastiest you can find across the theme park. And if you’re a fan, you’ll appreciate how faithful these menus are to the “Harry Potter” books and films. Here’s what you need to know:
- “Harry Potter” fans can immerse themselves in the wizarding world by eating and drinking many of the popular treats featured in the “Harry Potter” books and films, including Butterbeer, Chocolate Frogs, and more.
- The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios Hollywood is home to the Three Broomsticks, a sit-down dining establishment where fans can order an array of British-inspired menu items.
- There is something for guests of all ages when it comes to food and drink in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, from rotating beverage options at Hog’s Head to a kids menu at the Three Broomsticks.
With extensive, British-inspired menus, you’re bound to find something that tickles your fancy at the Three Broomsticks and Hog’s Head pub. Here’s a run-down of what you can eat and drink in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios Hollywood.
What to Drink in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
Butterbeer
Let’s cut to the chase: If you haven’t tasted Butterbeer, you haven’t experienced a key element from The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. This non-alcoholic beverage is, in Muggle terms, reminiscent of butterscotch and shortbread. It comes in several varieties: cold, hot and frozen. The cold and frozen varieties have a (delicious) creamy froth — with a dairy-free version available as well.
You can find Butterbeer at the Three Broomsticks, Hog’s Head, and at several carts throughout the land. So you’ve got no excuse to not get your paws on a mug of this tasty drink.
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Fishy Green Ale
Another non-alcoholic libation you’ll enjoy. This green concoction is a delectable blend of mint and cinnamon. But the real stars are the boba-style blueberry “fish eggs,” which burst in your mouth for a surprising tart explosion. While Fishy Green Ale might look like it was scooped up by the merfolk in the Great Lake, there’s not actually any fish in this drink. You can find it at the Three Broomsticks.
Pumpkin Juice
This pumpkin-cinnamon-apple concoction will have you feeling like it’s autumn on any day of the year. You can find it on tap at Three Broomsticks, or in a collectible bottle with a pumpkin cap throughout The Wizarding World of Harry Potter.
Pumpkin Fizz
Pumpkin Juice, but make it fizzy. This carbonated version of the wizarding world classic has a bit of zip to it — it’s basically pumpkin pie in a cup. It also tastes a touch less sweet than the bubble-free version.
Apple & Pear Ciders
These are delicious options if you’re craving something fruity but not so sweet. Both the apple and pear ciders are non-alcoholic, so witches and wizards of all ages can enjoy them.
Brewed Beverages
While there are stellar adult beverages throughout the theme park, beer nerds will especially appreciate the selection at Hog’s Head. The rustic pub features a selection of brews made specifically for The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. These include Hog’s Head Brew (red ale), Dragon Scale (amber lager), and Wizard’s Brew (dark coffee stout).
You can find Hog’s Head Ale and Dragon Scale on tap at the Three Broomsticks, and a much wider selection of adult beverages at Hog’s Head.
The selection at the Hog’s Head rotates. The best way to know the current offerings are to download the Universal Studios Hollywood app, or ask the friendly and knowledgeable staff.
Breakfast in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
Traditional English Breakfast
This plate is filled with hearty fare — perfect fuel before a Quidditch match. In just one serving, you’ll get [takes massive breath]: scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, ham, baked beans, a baked tomato, sautéed mushrooms, potatoes, a croissant and black pudding.
PRO TIP: The Three Broomsticks also offers mobile ordering, so if you’re short on time or want your food to be waiting for you after getting off one of the rides in the land, make sure you download the Universal Studios Hollywood app to be able to see the offerings and place your order.
Want to learn more about what to expect on the rides in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter? Check out our guides to Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey andFlight of The Hippogriff.
Continental Breakfast
Start your day with an array of fresh fruits, as well as a croissant and a scone with jam and butter. Just like they do it at Beauxbatons, presumably.
American Breakfast
This dish comes with scrambled eggs, potatoes, bacon and sausage, and a croissant and butter on the side.
Pancake Breakfast
For those craving both a savory and sweet breakfast, this plate is calling your name. Dig into three fluffy buttermilk pancakes, with bacon and sausage on the side.
PRO TIP: The Three Broomsticks only serves breakfast on certain days, until 11 a.m. Check the Three Broomsticks hours on the official Universal Studios Hollywood app prior to your arrival at the theme park.
Lunch & Dinner in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
The Great Feast
If you’re with a group of three or more, this is the way to go. This heaping bounty of roasted meats and veggies will make you feel like you’ve just won the House Cup. It comes with roasted corn and potatoes, fresh vegetables, and an optional add-on side salad. For the meat portion, diners select either spare ribs, roast chicken, or a combination of the two.
Spare Ribs Platter & Roast Chicken Platter
If you want The Great Feast but as a serving for one, these dishes are great options. The juicy, flavorful meats are served with roast potatoes and corn on the cob.
Shepherd’s Pie
The ultimate comfort food for cozying up on a snowy Hogsmeade afternoon. This savory dish is filled with spiced minced beef and vegetables, blanketed in buttery mashed potatoes. A vegan version, made with a plant-based veggie loaf and topped with roasted potatoes, is also available. This entree is also served with a fresh salad, so you know you’re getting a well-rounded meal.
Bangers & Mash
This traditional British course consists of English sausage, mashed potatoes, roasted tomatoes, sautéed onions and cabbage, mint peas and gravy. Can’t you just hear Hagrid saying “Bangers and Mash” aloud?
Asparagus Vegetable Platter
Yet another delicious vegan option available! This entrée is essentially an animal-product-free version of Bangers & Mash, with grilled asparagus instead of sausage.
Fish & Chips
No Gillyweed necessary to enjoy a helping of fish at the Three Broomsticks. Dig into two pieces of beer-battered, deep fried cod, with a side of fries and tartar sauce for dipping. It’s a British icon for a reason.
Herb Roast Chicken Platter
What could be better than a plate of herb roasted chicken? A plate of herb roasted chicken that also comes with corn on the cob and roasted potatoes on the side! At the Three Broomsticks, this platter is a great option for a full and balanced meal to help fuel your day.
Roast Chicken Salad
Some days all you crave is a good salad. At the Three Broomsticks, this plate of greens is topped with roast chicken, which is moist and flavorful. Plus, a lunchtime salad leaves plenty of room for dessert.
PRO TIP: Have some picky eaters with you? A children’s menu is also available inside the Three Broomsticks, which includes staple meal classics like chicken tenders and macaroni cheese.
Looking for other tips on how to tackle Universal Studios Hollywood with little ones? Check out our guide to exploring Universal Studios Hollywood with kids.
Dessert in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
Sticky Toffee Pudding
This one’s an absolute can’t-miss. This classic British dessert is a dense, gooey bread pudding, with notes of toffee (duh), butterscotch and nuts. It comes out freshly baked, and topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream — once that melts into the pudding, the flavors blend and become even richer. Order it as a dessert, or, hey, as breakfast, as a snack, as dinner unto itself.
Butterbeer Delights
Remember when we mentioned those three varieties of Butterbeer? Those are just the liquid varieties. You can also get Butterbeer Ice Cream, Butterbeer Potted Cream, and a Butterbeer Ice Lolly at the Three Broomsticks, as well as Butterbeer Fudge and Butterbeer Soft-Serve over at Florean Fortescue’s Ice-Cream Counter in Honeydukes, as well as at the Three Broomsticks.
You can also find a Butterbeer-Flavoured Chocolate Bar and Butterbeer-Flavoured Caramel Filled Barrels on the shelves of Honeydukes, a great treat to bring home to a loved one (or to enjoy later yourself!). All of these options are rich with that butterscotch meets shortbread flavor combo unique to Butterbeer.
Want to learn what other treats await you in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter? Check out our guide to everything Butterbeer at Universal Studios Hollywood.
Chocolate Trifle
Another centuries-old English sweet to tickle your taste buds. The Three Broomsticks’ Chocolate Trifle layers chocolate cake, chocolate mousse and strawberries, the perfect balance of dense chocolateness and light fruity flavors.
Apple Pie
This fresh-baked bounty consists of spiced apples under a soft, yet crumbly topping, drizzled in icing. It’s big enough to share with friends and family.
Ice Cream Cups
Nothing beats a good scoop of ice cream. In addition to a hard-pack Butterbeer ice cream, the Three Broomsticks serves this frozen treat in strawberry and peanut butter, chocolate and vanilla.
Soft Serve Ice Cream
Located inside of Honeydukes you’ll find Florean Fortescue’s Ice-Cream Counter. They have over ten flavors of soft serve flavors to be enjoyed in either a cup or waffle cone. Flavors include, Butterbeer, toffee apple, strawberry, orange, granny smith, chocolate, toffee nut, banana, pistachio, vanilla, and mint.
Bonus: Honeydukes Sweets
No trip to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter would be complete without a visit to Honeydukes, one of Harry and Ron’s favorite shops in Hogsmeade. The magical candy shop is jam-packed with sugary delights that’ll satisfy any sweet tooth. While you really can’t go wrong with the vast selection at Honeydukes, we have a few stand-out favorites:
Cauldron Cakes
As tasty as it is Instagrammable. These rich, moist, chocolate cakes are topped with adorable flame frosting, baked in a reusable cauldron-shaped baking cup. Cauldron Cups also come with instructions on how to make them at home, so hold onto your cauldron when it’s empty!
Caramel Covered Apples
Behind the glass of the Honeydukes treat case you’ll also find an array of caramel covered apples! Some varieties include; caramel and toffee crush, caramel apple with nuts, and milk chocolate. You can also of course get the classic green apple covered with just caramel. A classic treat that you can only find inside The Wizarding World of Harry Potter.
Chocolate Frogs
Not only are they delicious, but Chocolate Frogs play a key part in “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone.” These chocolate amphibians, which come in dark and milk chocolate varieties, come with collectible cards of famous witches and wizards.
Fudge Selection
No, not the Minister of Magic. These dense, sugar-packed confections come in four flavors: Chocolate, Cookies and Cream, Chocolate Cheesecake and, of course, Butterbeer.
Pumpkin Delights
Inside the dessert case at Honeydukes you’ll find an assortment of eye-catching and delectable treats, two of which are pumpkin themed. You can get a small Pumpkin Cake, or if you want to feel like you’re riding the Hogwarts Express you can also indulge in Pumpkin Pasties. The Pumpkin Pasties are a treat the students can get from the trolley on The Hogwarts Express, so it’s another fun nod to the “Harry Potter” films.
Bertie Bott’s Every-Flavour Beans
In Muggle terms, these candies are similar to “jellybeans” — but Bertie Bott’s Every-Flavour Beans are so much more than that. Just like in the books and films, they come in flavors ranging from the delightful (cherry, lemon, tutti-frutti) to the revolting (soap, earwax and dirt.) The risk makes the pleasant ones that much tastier.
The colorful shelves of Honeydukes are lined with many wizarding world goodies including:
- Fizzing Whizzbees (chocolate popping candies)
- Jelly Slugs (soft and chewy gummy treats)
- Peppermint Toads (small dark chocolate peppermint candies)
- Fudge Flies (chocolate flavored fudge candies)
- Shock-o-Choc (dark chocolate with chili powder)
- Exploding Bon Bons (orange and pineapple flavored bon bons)
And that’s not even everything! What’s your go-to order when you’re in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter? Let us know in the comments below.
Must be 21 years and older with valid identification to purchase or drink alcoholic beverages. Drink responsibly.