It’s time for Mardi Gras at Universal Orlando!

We’ve already enjoyed a LOT of the food at Universal Studios, as well as enjoyed the Mardi Gras parade, and all the other festivities going on. But did you know there’s a way to celebrate Mardi Gras at Universal OUTSIDE the parks?
Universal Orlando has brought Mardi Gras to the resort’s hotels by offering special food and drinks at select hotel restaurants and bars. Here’s where Universal guests can go to keep the party going:
Loews Portofino Bay Hotel
Trattoria del Porto
- Cajun Jambalaya Pasta – Shrimp, Smoke Sausage, Chicken, Onions, Peppers, and Mushrooms in a Creole Sauce with Fettuccine Pasta
- Masquerade Cannoli – Mixed Berry Insalada
The Thirsty Fish
- Boulevardier – Bourbon, Italian Liqueur, Fortified Wine
Splendido Bar & Grill
- Mojito Lemonade – Vodka, Black Raspberry Liqueur, Simple Syrup, Raspberry, Mint

Hard Rock Hotel
The Kitchen
- Bourbon Street Beignets – Bourbon Caramel Sauce, Powdered Sugar
- French 75 – Gin, Fresh Lemon Juice, Sugar, Champagne
Velvet Bar
- N’awlins Po’ Boy Sliders – Smoked Andouille Sausage, Sauteed Peppers and Onions, Cajun Remoulade, Toasted French Bread
- French 75 – Gin, Fresh Lemon Juice, Sugar, Champagne
beachclub
- Hurricane – Rum, Grenadine, Pineapple, and Orange Juice

Loews Royal Pacific Resort
Islands Dining Room
- King Cake Pancakes – Lemon and Powdered Sugar Glaze, Spiced Walnuts
Orchid Court Lounge & Sushi Bar
- Orchid – Gin, Elderflower Liqueur, Crème de Violet, Lemon Juice, Simple Syrup, Pea Flower Float
Tuk Tuk Market
- Chocolate Bomb – Choose from: Chocolate and Caramel with Spiced Pecan with Mardi Gras Purple, Green and Gold Décor, S’mores, or Cookies and Cream

Loews Sapphire Falls Resort
Amatista Cookhouse
- Shrimp & Andouille Sausage Gumbo Pot Pie – Vegetables and Okra
Strong Water Tavern
- Cucumber Hurricane Twist – Light Rum, Lime Juice, Midori, Sliced Cucumber
New Dutch Trading Co.
- Traditional King Cake

Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort
Galaxy Bowl
- Shrimp Po’ Boy with Zapps Chips – Crispy Cajun Fried Shrimp on a French Baguette, Topped with Creole Inspired Creamy Remoulade Sauce
- Laissez les bons temps Rouler Hurricane – Light Rum, Rum, Passionfruit Liqueur, Orange Juice, Lemon Juice, Grenadine; Served in a light-up souvenir Galaxy Bowl tumblr with straw. Refills will be $22 with the cup on Mardi Gras cocktail only.

Universal’s Aventura Hotel
Bar 17 Bistro
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- Crawfish Etouffee – Crawfish, Onions, Celery, Bell Peppers, Rice
Urban Pantry
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- Muffuletta Sandwich – Genoa Salami, Mortadella, Ham, Provolone and Swiss Cheese, Olive Salad
Bar 17 Bistro & barVentura
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- Hurricane – Dark Rum, Passion Fruit, Tropical Juices
- Sazerac – Rye Whiskey, Absinthe, Simple Syrup, Bitters

Universal’s Endless Summer Resort: Surfside Inn and Suites
Beach Break Café
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- New Orleans BBQ Shrimp & Dirty Rice – Sauteed Shrimp, Worcestershire Sauce, Cajun Spiced Rice, Andouille Sauce
Sand Bar
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- The Endless Carnaval – Silver Rum, Spiced Rum, Passionfruit Liqueur, Pineapple Juice, Orange Juice, Dried Blackberries, Pineapple Wedge, Green Sugar Rim

Universal’s Endless Summer Resort: Dockside Inn and Suites
Pier 8 Market
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- New Orleans Cajun Roasted Chicken & Dirty Rice – Cajun Spiced Oven Roasted Half Chicken, Creole Rice, Andouille Sausage, Sweet Candied Bacon
Sunset Lounge, The Oasis Beach Bar & The Wave Maker’s Pool Bar
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- The Endless Carnaval – Silver Rum, Spiced Rum, Passionfruit Liqueur, Pineapple Juice, Orange Juice, Dried Blackberries, Pineapple Wedge, Green Sugar Rim

Universal’s Mardi Gras celebration runs through April 16th, so if you’re headed to Universal soon, be sure to check out your hotel’s offerings, too! We’ll continue to keep you updated on Universal Studios Florida, so stay tuned to AllEars for more!
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Will you be visiting Universal Orlando during its Mardi Gras celebration? Let us know what you’re looking forward to in the comments!
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