What Are the Best Dining Options at Isle of Berk in Epic Universe?

A complete family guide to every place to eat in How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk at Universal Epic Universe, with menus, real prices, who each spot fits, and the items guests talk about most.

By Favorite Grampy | Last Updated: June 2026 | Menus and prices verified against Universal Orlando

What Are the Dining Options at Isle of Berk?

Isle of Berk has three dining spots plus one sweets shop. Mead Hall is the main feast hall with the widest menu and indoor air conditioning. Spit Fyre Grill and Hooligan’s Grog & Gruel serve quick bites, and How to Treat Your Dragon handles the candy and dragon eggs.

Across these four stops, entrees run from about $11.99 for a mac and cheese cone up to $49.99 for the shareable Thawfest Platter. That spread means a family of four can eat for around $50 or splurge past $120, depending on where you stop. This guide breaks down each spot so families with young dragon fans know exactly what to order and what to skip.

Isle of Berk is the largest land at Epic Universe at 15.5 acres, and it opened with the park on May 22, 2025. The food here leans Viking-themed, with hearty meats, grain bowls, and a few clever surprises. My grandson Ben, who is 9 and has loved Toothless since he could barely talk, rated this land his favorite of the whole park.

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How Much Does Food Cost at Mead Hall?

Mead Hall entrees run from $12.99 to $49.99, with most full meals between $17 and $21. This is Berk’s main feast hall, carved into the mountain rock, and it holds the widest menu in the land. It is also the only dining spot here with indoor air-conditioned seating.

The headliner is the Thawfest Platter, a shareable Viking feast big enough for a hungry group to pass around. The single plates lean hearty, with meats, fish, and a salmon sandwich anchoring the menu. Kids get their own Little Dragon Riders plates, and the desserts are worth saving room for.

Here are the main entrees and prices:

• Thawfest Platter, $49.99: Shareable feast of wild berry BBQ chicken drumsticks, grilled salmon, sausage links, roasted carrots, cipollini onions, and Nordic fries
• Hiccup’s Grilled Salmon, $20.99: Pastrami-seasoned salmon, herb garlic potatoes, roasted carrots, dill fennel sauce
• Gobber the Belch’s Turkey Wings, $19.99: Roasted turkey wings with herb garlic potatoes and wild berry BBQ sauce
• Sullen Sea Sandwich, $18.99: Salmon, pickled cucumbers, and horseradish dill creme fraiche on a pumpernickel bun
• Berserker’s Meatballs, $17.99: Swedish meatballs, onion gravy, lingonberry jam, smashed root vegetables
• Hooligan’s Sausage Links, $17.99: Smoked sausage links with herb garlic potatoes and wild berry BBQ sauce

For lighter, plant-based, and kid-sized options:

• Valka’s Vegan Burger, $16.99: Ancient grains patty with mushrooms, leeks, and smoked berry aioli, with Nordic fries
• Nordic Harvest Salad, $12.99 ($19.99 with salmon): Kale, arugula, ancient grains, blueberries, apples, and raspberry walnut vinaigrette
• Nordic Fries, $3.99: Simple shareable side
• Little Dragon Riders kids’ plates, $9.49 each: Choice of the Duo Plate, Nightlight’s Burger, or Meatlug’s Chicken Pops, each with carrots, fries, and grapes

Save room for dessert and a themed drink:

• Stormfly’s Catch of the Day, $7.99: Chocolate mousse fish on cereal crumble, the cutest dessert in the land
• Toothless Plasma Blast, $7: Kid-friendly specialty sip of Powerade and stone fruit syrup
• Yaknog, $6.99: Malted chocolate and cinnamon drink with whipped topping
• Gobber’s Mead, $13: One of several adult meads, ciders, beers, seltzers, and wines on the board

Favorite Grampy’s Insider Tip Mead Hall doubles as the best free air-conditioning in Berk. On a hot Florida afternoon, scan the table QR code, place a Mobile Order, and let your family cool down at a Viking table while the food comes to you. It beats standing in a sweaty walk-up line every time.

What Is on the Menu at Spit Fyre Grill?

Spit Fyre Grill serves flame-seared bowls from $15.99 to $19.99. This walk-up quick-service spot overlooks the Fyre Drill water ride, and the food is cooked, per the land’s lore, by an unseen dragon fry cook. Bowls are the main draw, built on greens, grains, or rice and topped with grilled meats.

What makes Spit Fyre stand out is quality. The bowls use fresh ingredients and feel more elevated than typical theme-park fare, which is why families wanting something lighter than burgers and fries tend to gravitate here. One caution: guests widely flag Valka’s Vegan Bowl as surprisingly spicy, so heat-sensitive eaters should ask before ordering.

The bowls and their prices break down like this:

• Stoick’s Steak Bowl, $19.99: Sticky rice, tenderloin steak, balsamic mushrooms, sweet potato hash, manchego, horseradish sauce
• Hiccup’s Salmon Bowl, $18.99: Ancient grains, grilled citrus salmon, jicama slaw, cherry tomatoes, feta, avocado crema
• Astrid’s Shrimp Bowl, $18.99: Sticky rice, tropical BBQ shrimp, grilled corn, charred broccolini, parmesan, raspberry vinaigrette
• Meatlug’s Chicken Bowl, $16.99: Ancient grains, harissa-spiced chicken, roasted Brussels sprouts, smoked cheddar, paprika dressing
• Valka’s Vegan Bowl, $15.99: Kale blend, bean salad, pineapple salsa, candy beets, vegan feta, mango mint vinaigrette (runs spicy)

Universal later added the mac and cheese cones to this location too, so you can grab those here without walking to Hooligan’s. For seating, head to Hooligan’s Harbor Hideaway, a shaded area nearby with tables overlooking the water ride. Beverages here include ICEE and Coca-Cola Freestyle, plus beer, wine, and mead for the grown-ups.

Are the Mac and Cheese Cones at Hooligan’s Grog & Gruel Worth It?

The mac and cheese cones are the single most talked-about food in Isle of Berk. Hooligan’s Grog & Gruel is a racing-themed snack stand near the Viking Training Camp play area, and these handheld cones are its claim to fame. Each one is a hollowed-out bread loaf, seasoned like an everything bagel, filled with creamy mac and cheese.

Three versions lead the menu, from a simple kid-friendly cone to loaded cones with pulled pork or spicy chicken. Prices on the loaded cones have shifted since opening, so treat the numbers below as approximate and check the board when you order.

The three cones and their prices:

• Classic Mac & Cheese, around $11.99: Creamy mac and cheese with Goldfish crackers, the budget and kid-friendly pick
• PB&J (Pork, Bacon, and Jam), about $14 to $18: Mac and cheese with BBQ harissa pulled pork and peanut bacon jam
• Dragon Fire Chicken Spire, about $14 to $18: Mac and cheese with Nashville-style pulled chicken, hot honey, and Calabrian peppers

Guest reviews split in a useful way. The loaded cones earn the buzz, with the spicy chicken version a frequent favorite, while the plain Goldfish version reads as basic and is better suited to younger kids.

In fact, my daughter Nikki’s husband makes a beeline for the PB&J cone every single visit. At this point I think he would fight a dragon for one.

If your child just wants simple mac and cheese, the $9.49 kids’ plate at Mead Hall is the cheaper play. Hooligan’s also keeps Coca-Cola Freestyle machines right at the counter for easy refills.

Favorite Grampy’s Insider Tip One loaded cone is filling enough to split between two kids, so order one and a drink before committing to two. The bread soaks up the cheese as it sits, which little hands love but means you want to eat it fresh rather than carry it around the land.

What Treats Are at How to Treat Your Dragon?

How to Treat Your Dragon is the sweets and confections shop, just across from Mead Hall. While it is technically a merchandise shop, this is where Berk’s desserts and themed candy live, so it belongs on any dining tour. The bakery case is packed with cake pops, macarons, fudge, caramel-covered pears, and dragon-shaped cookies.

The star is the mystery dragon egg, an egg-shaped chocolate in dragon-house packaging that hides one of four candy eggs plus a collectible trading card. Kids love the surprise reveal, and these have been a consistent seller since opening. You can also build a make-your-own candy mix, which lets picky eaters pick exactly what they want.

The standout treats to look for:

• Mystery dragon eggs: Chocolate egg in dragon-house packaging hiding a candy egg and a collectible dragon trading card
• Make-your-own candy mix, from about $4.25 per quarter pound: Pick exactly what your kids will actually eat
• Fish-shaped rice cereal treats: Dipped in colored chocolate with sprinkles and a candy eye
• Sheep-shaped marshmallows: Soft, sweet, and easy for small hands
• Dragon-decorated butter cookies: Packaged to travel home as a souvenir

Most of these are grab-and-go and travel well, making them an easy afternoon pick-me-up or a souvenir. For families chasing a sugar moment between rides, this shop is the move.

Which Isle of Berk Food Is Most Popular, and What Would I Skip?

After eating our way through Berk as a family, the PB&J mac and cheese cone is my top pick. For BBQ lovers, that pulled-pork-and-jam cone is a must-try and the standout of the bunch. The Goldfish version, though, fell a little flat for us.

Even Ben, who is 9 and loves mac and cheese, thought the Goldfish cone was light on both the Goldfish and the cheese. That said, a younger kid with a smaller appetite who just wants plain mac and cheese would be perfectly happy with it. So I would steer cone fans toward the PB&J and save the Goldfish one for the littlest eaters.

Are the Spit Fyre Bowls Worth It?

The rice bowls at Spit Fyre Grill are my granddaughter’s favorite, and she recommends any of them. For a family tired of heavier theme-park food, these are the balanced, lighter option in the land. The grilled meat is fresh and well-seasoned, which is what keeps her coming back.

Her one wish is that the portions ran a bit bigger. Even so, she still calls them worth the money for the quality you get. For a midday reset that is not fried or breaded, this is where I would point you.

Is Mead Hall Worth the Time?

Mead Hall is the spot for big shareable dishes and a genuinely cool atmosphere. The carved Viking hall is a treat for How to Train Your Dragon fans, and the air conditioning is a gift on a hot day. It does get packed, so I would aim for an early or late lunch to dodge the rush.

This is a sit-and-stay meal, so plan for it to take a good chunk of time. The food is solid, especially if you want something heartier with more variety to pass around. Of course, I will always reach for the Super Mario burger over at Super Nintendo World first, but for a Viking feast, Mead Hall delivers.

What Are the Dietary and Picky-Eater Options at Isle of Berk?

Isle of Berk handles allergies and picky eaters better than most new lands. Mead Hall and Spit Fyre Grill both offer vegan dishes, and the Universal Orlando app flags allergen-friendly options at Mobile Order. Allergy-trained team members can walk you through choices when you arrive.

For plant-based eaters, Valka’s Vegan Burger ($16.99) at Mead Hall and Valka’s Vegan Bowl ($15.99) at Spit Fyre Grill are the two main picks. Vegetarians can also build a salad or lean on the candy mix at How to Treat Your Dragon. Just remember the vegan bowl carries real heat, so it is not the safest bet for a cautious eater.

For picky kids, the Little Dragon Riders menu at Mead Hall keeps it simple with mac and cheese bites, a burger, or chicken pops, each at $9.49 with carrots, fries, and grapes. The Classic Goldfish mac and cheese cone is another familiar win. If your child eats only the basics, Mead Hall’s kids’ plates give you the most for your money and a table to sit at while they eat.

Frequently Asked Questions About Isle of Berk Dining

Do You Need Reservations to Eat at Isle of Berk?

You do not need reservations anywhere in Isle of Berk. All four spots are quick service or grab-and-go, so there is no booking required and no dining-plan window to manage. Mead Hall and Spit Fyre Grill both take Mobile Order through the Universal Orlando app, which is the closest thing to a reservation here. I always tell families to place a Mobile Order about 20 minutes before they want to eat, then ride one more attraction while the kitchen works. By the time you walk over, your Viking feast is ready and you skip the counter line entirely.

Is the Food at Isle of Berk Good for Toddlers?

The food works well for toddlers, with a few easy wins. Mead Hall’s Little Dragon Riders plates run $9.49 and keep it simple with mac and cheese bites, a small burger, or chicken pops, each served with carrots, fries, and grapes. The Classic Goldfish mac and cheese cone is another familiar favorite for little ones who love anything with cheese. For dessert, the sheep marshmallows and cake pops at How to Treat Your Dragon are soft, sweet, and easy for small hands. Just watch the heat on adult bowls, since a couple of the grown-up dishes pack more spice than a toddler will enjoy.

What Is the Cheapest Way to Eat at Isle of Berk?

The cheapest full meal is a Little Dragon Riders kids’ plate at Mead Hall for $9.49, which even some adults find filling enough. Nordic Fries are just $3.99 as an add-on, and the Nordic Harvest Salad starts at $12.99. To stretch a budget further, share one loaded mac and cheese cone between two kids and add drinks. A family of four can eat for around $50 if you mix kids’ plates with a shared snack, or climb past $120 if everyone orders an entree and dessert. Mixing one big shareable like the Thawfest Platter with a couple of sides is often the best value for a hungry group.

Can You Get Alcohol at Isle of Berk?

Adults can find a full range of drinks at Isle of Berk. Mead Hall pours meads, ciders, draft and canned beer, hard seltzer, and wine, with Gobber’s Mead at $13 and several craft and import beers on the board. Spit Fyre Grill also serves beer, wine, and mead alongside its bowls. The theming leans into Viking culture, so the meads and ciders fit the mood if you want something on-theme. For the kids and non-drinkers, the Toothless Plasma Blast and Yaknog give everyone a fun specialty sip to toast with.

How Can a Travel Advisor Help You Plan Your Epic Universe Trip?

A travel advisor takes the guesswork out of an Epic Universe trip, including where and when your family eats. At a park this big and this new, dining spots fill fast at peak lunch, and knowing which to mobile order and which to walk up to saves real time. A good advisor handles those details so you can focus on the dragons.

Your Favorite Grampy Travels advisor can match your family to the right Universal hotel for Early Park Admission, line up your tickets and Express choices, and build a day that puts meals at the right moments so nobody melts down at noon. We know which lands to hit first, where the shade is, and how to keep a hot Florida afternoon from unraveling.

Best of all, you get a real person to call when plans change. Planning fees may apply based on your trip’s complexity, destination, and group size, and the 15-minute fit consultation is always free. Ready to start? Reach out to our team or meet our advisors and let us help your family feast like Vikings.

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