Universal CityWalk Hollywood Guide: Food, Entertainment, Shopping, and More.

Universal Studios Hollywood is a must-visit for adventure seekers, featuring themed lands and iconic rides. After an exciting day, don't miss CityWalk, which offers a unique experience for all guests.

Enjoy exceptional dining at top full-service restaurants such as Bubba Gump Shrimp Co., Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville, and VIVO Italian Kitchen. Grab a quick snack at CityFood stalls like Taco Bell and Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers. Indulge in delicious treats at Voodoo Doughnut and Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt. Looking for high-quality entertainment? Catch a movie at Universal Cinema, which features 18 theaters, including an IMAX and a brand-new AMC PRIME theater. Don't forget to grab some souvenirs and official merch at popular stores like the Universal Studio Store and SUPER NINTENDO WORLD STORE. Are you ready to explore Universal CityWalk Hollywood? Read on.

What's new in Universal CityWalk Hollywood?

CityWalk at Universal Studios Hollywood is making some exciting updates with new dining and shopping options! Enjoy your savory and sweet cravings at Raising Cane's, Insomnia Cookies, and an all-you-can-eat Mr. BBQ. You can check out the new shopping and dining spots, which include the NBA Store, Slice House by Tony Gemignani, and "Take Two." Plus, there's a new Hello Kitty and Friends Cafe you can visit!

The area is also gearing up for the launch of the Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift rollercoaster in summer 2026. The theme park will surely welcome massive crowds. So. CityWalk is prepping for more exciting dining and entertainment options for everyone! Make the most of the theme park and CityWalk experiences; get your discounted tickets in advance!

Things to do at Universal CityWalk Hollywood

Your Universal Studios Hollywood vacation planning is not complete without exploring CityWalk. Apart from the ever-popular and award-winning Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios, there are lots of things to experience. From shopping to movies and diverse Hollywood dining options, the spot is an absolute treat. These awesome stuff await you.

• Cutting-edge cinematic greatness at PRIME at AMC® (Universal Cinema)

• Premium Hollywood entertainment featuring DJs and incredible local artists at 5 Towers Stage.

• Adorable themed dining and shopping at the newly-opened Hello Kitty® at a New Cafe and Store.

• Fun and exciting environments plus amazing themed decor and food during seasonal events: Universal Fan Fest Nights, Mega Movie Summer, Fourth of July, Universal Studios Hollywood HHN, Universal Studios Hollywood Holidays, Grinchmas, and EVE.

• A wide selection of food and drinks that will surely tickle your taste buds.

Full-Service Restaurants at Universal CityWalk Hollywood

Antojitos Cocina Mexicana

Southern California is known for its fantastic Mexican dishes, and so is Universal CityWalk Hollywood. Antojitos Cocina Mexicana has all your favorite classics like tacos, enchiladas, burritos, and nachos. They also feature an impressive tequila and mezcal selection, with over 100 spirits and curated Tequila Flights available.

Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.

This restaurant was inspired by “Forrest Gump”. At Bubba Gump Shrimp Co., you'll find a ton of seafood options, along with various Southern American dishes.

Buca di Beppo

Are you hanging out with friends who like to share plates? Look no further than Buca di Beppo. This Italian-American place has a big menu designed for family-style meals. You really can't go wrong with all the pizzas, pastas, salads, fried calamari, meatballs, and so much more on offer.

Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville

At Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville, enjoy tropical vibes with refreshing drinks and catchy songs, ideal for relaxation. The menu features summer favorites like Island Kabobs, Crispy Coconut Shrimp, Bikini Wraps, and the famous Cheeseburger in Paradise. Enhance your meal with various margaritas, including a Margarita Flight for guests 21 and older.

NBC Sports Grill & Brew

Looking to catch the game? NBC Sports Grill & Brew is undoubtedly the place to be. This sports bar offers everything you need. It has big screens, a choice of 20 rotating draft beers (for those 21 and up), and a menu filled with tasty appetizers to share.

Whether it's wings, jalapeño poppers, giant soft pretzels, chili, or a range of burgers, this place is all about comfort food. It’s hard to think of a better spot to catch the Olympic Games than the bar named after the channel that broadcasts them.

The Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen

At Universal CityWalk Hollywood, The Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen offers a chocolate-infused menu. Delectable options include Pork Belly Sliders with chocolate-dipped bacon and Chocolate Almond Bread. Love chicken? The Coffee and Chocolate Stout Chicken Wings are a must-try.

Their dessert foundry features amazing milkshakes in various flavors, complete with toppings, and you can order them to-go. For more treats, stop by Candy Smith for chocolates and macarons.

VIVO Italian Kitchen

There's nothing quite like the satisfaction of handmade Italian cooking. At VIVO Italian Kitchen, the menu is packed with Italian-American classics, including an array of pizzas, panini, and pastas. VIVO features a chic interior, a wide variety of wines, and great craft cocktails. It's a cozy and intimate place for a date night. And who would ever say no to Tiramisu? Yes? Yes.

Quick-Service Options at CityFood

Firehouse Subs

Try this to-go spot for toasted subs loaded with premium meats and cheeses. You can choose from their menu or create your own.

Jamba

Grabbing some fruit before hitting the theme park is always a good idea. At Jamba, you can find tons of fruity smoothies that’ll keep your energy level high for a fun day.

KFC/Pizza Hut

For a quick yet filling snack or meal fix, you'll never go wrong with Col. Sanders. Add a slice or two of your favorite pizza, you'll keep coming back for more. Check out KFC/Pizza Hut on the second level of CityWalk, just up the escalator, right across from the movies.

Panda Express

You can find all your favorite Chinese-American dishes on the Panda Express menu! Enjoy mouthwatering Orange Chicken, Broccoli Beef, and Veggie Spring Rolls. There’s another location in the theme park itself, down on the Lower Lot.

Pink’s Famous Hot Dogs

If you’re looking for a true LA food experience, check out Pink’s Famous Hot Dogs. For over 80 years, this iconic stand in the Fairfax District has been serving hot dogs and juicy sausages. You’ve got to try the classic Chilli Dog, and don’t miss out on cool choices like The Mulholland Drive Dog and The Betty White Naked Dog.

Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers

You don't need hundreds of options, especially when you already found the best chicken fingers in town. At Raising Cane’s, you will find only freshly made chicken tenders cooked to order. Enjoy it with their signature crinkle-cut fries, Texas Toast, and that tasty Cane’s Sauce. Phenomenal.

Slice House by Tony Gemignani

The newest place to satisfy all your pizza cravings! Slice House by Tony Gemignani treats their pizza-making like a sacred practice. Take your pick from their New York, Sicilian, Grandma, and Detroit style slices, all made with true, classic recipes. Try two or more flavors to treat the pizza connoisseur in you.

Starbucks Coffee

Starting your day at the theme park or need a little energy before the movies? The Starbucks at CityWalk is just what you need. Come for a cup of coffee and stay for those awesome Universal Studios Hollywood mugs you can get.

Taco Bell

Craving some good and tasty Chalupas and Crunchwraps? Taco Bell is THAT place to be.

The Habit Burger Grill

You can find this California chain serving up a selection of grilled Charburgers, along with Chardogs and veggie burgers.

Uncle Sharkii Poke Bar

It's the perfect place for Hawaiian poke bowls and boba teas. You can create your bowls just how you like, choosing fresh fish, tofu, or chicken, plus some veggies and tasty sauces.

Sweet Treats & Desserts at Universal CityWalk

Ben & Jerry’s

Chunky Monkey, Phish Food or Cherry Garcia? Whatever your choice is, we know everyone has their favorite ice cream flavor from Ben & Jerry's. Is this a safe place to say that we love Mint Chocolate Cookie?

Cinnabon

Who doesn’t love the smell of a hot, fresh cinnamon bun? Head over to Cinnabon, which has a menu loaded with sweet and sticky treats that will definitely hit the spot.

CityWalk Pop

Are you a collector of popcorn buckets? If yes, a visit to CityWalk Pop is a must. You can grab popcorn buckets and fun souvenir sipper cups, plus you can enjoy unlimited popcorn. Whether you like plain, cheese, or caramel, grab a cup or get a popcorn bucket for cheap refills throughout the day!

IT’SUGAR

You're going to feel like a kid in a candy shop. For real. IT'SUGAR is an amazing sweets haven where you can find sour gummies and awesome novelty gifts, too.

Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt

Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt offers more than 100 yogurt flavors and 50 toppings, giving you tons of dessert choices. You could visit a hundred times and still never have the same thing twice.

Voodoo Doughnut

This cult-favorite doughnut shop offers quirky flavors like Bacon Maple Bar and Voodoo Double Bubble, plus vegan options too. They also feature seasonal doughnuts for special events like Valentine's Day and Halloween.

Wetzel’s Pretzels

You can’t think of a theme park without a good, soft pretzel, can you? Enjoy the flavors of Universal at Wetzel’s Pretzels! They’ve got a bunch of yummy sweet, savory, dippable, and shareable soft pretzels.

FUNEX PRO TIP: Use the official Universal Studios Hollywood App to check availability or to reserve a table at your favorite restaurants. This will make your dining experience extra smooth!

Visit CityWalk for top-tier entertainment.

5 Towers Stage

This open-air concert venue is high-tech with over 5,000 LED lights. With a constantly changing roster of local acts, you really never know who will be performing at the venue. It's located right outside Universal Cinema; talk about all-out entertainment.

Escapology

Are you good at solving puzzles and figuring out clues? At Escapology, you can pick from more than 10 super immersive escape rooms. Your goal? Find a way out before the hour runs out. Grab your friends and family and get ready to think. Who knew problem-solving could be this enjoyable?

Universal Cinema

This cineplex boasts 18 theaters, featuring an IMAX and a fresh AMC PRIME theater — and the best part? The reclining seats make Universal Cinema one of the coziest spots in Los Angeles. Before the show starts, make sure you visit the Director’s Lounge (if you're over 21) for a drink. Their fun menu is inspired by the rides and movies at Universal Studios Hollywood. It's reminiscent of enjoying a theme park's enchantment with a drink.

IMPORTANT REMINDER: You can only consume alcohol on the cinema's second floor.

Shop for Souvenirs and Official Merch

Billabong

What makes Southern California so cool? You can hit the waves, skate, and snowboard all in one day. Billabong is centered around the cherished interests of Californians. They have bikinis, boardshorts, and all the gear you need for a fun day of riding.

Cartooniversal

This store offers family-friendly toys, stuffed toys, souvenirs, and clothes from Universal Studios Hollywood. You’ll find items from “Minions,” “The Secret Life of Pets,” and “Trolls,” as well as dinosaurs and sharks. While it targets kids, there are also gifts for adults.

Celebrity Authentics

Have you ever wanted to bring a piece of your Hollywood trip home? Well, thanks to Celebrity Authentics, now you can! A store near Universal Cinema offers a variety of posters, photos, toys, and signed star props! Celebrity Authentics makes sure every item is legit, so you can trust that your signed item is the real thing.

Dodgers Clubhouse Store

Drop by the Dodgers Clubhouse Store for all your must-haves to cheer on the Boys in Blue. Whether it's bobbleheads, foam fingers, or jerseys, you'll find them at this shop.

Hot Topic

There are people who are so into pop culture that they wear it like a badge. This is where Hot Topic enters the picture. You’ll find clothing and accessories that celebrate your favorite movies, bands, comics, and shows at this special shop.

Karma and Luck

Karma and Luck offers a one-of-a-kind selection of jewelry, gemstones, crystals, and spiritually-inspired decor. Find something that’ll uplift the vibe of your space.

Locker Room by Lids

If you want to show off your favorite team’s logo, Lids is the right shop for you. They have an awesome range of snapbacks, beanies, bucket hats, and more to keep you looking cool. You’ll also find jerseys, tees, shorts, and a bunch of official pro sports apparel here.

LINE FRIENDS SQUARE

You can find charming plushies, toys, apparel, and accessories at LINE FRIENDS SQUARE. It's the go-to place for both K-pop lovers and theme park fans. Don't miss their exclusive Universal + LINE FRIENDS collaborations, original characters, and much more!

NBA Store

Drop by the only official NBA Store on the West Coast. Discover a wide range of NBA and WNBA gear and clothing, including authentic NBA jerseys and autographed collectibles. This spot is a must for any basketball lover.

Nectar Life

The store’s pastry-shaped soaps appear tasty, but they're not edible! Nectar Life provides nourishing bath bombs, scrubs, and body butters for your skin.

Production Central

You can find limited-time Universal Studios Hollywood clothing, merchandise, and souvenirs at this rotating storefront. Its theme changes about every few months, so don’t forget to check out the newest stuff when you visit!

Sephora

You can find makeup, skincare, haircare, and fragrances to shop for right here. Schedule a personal beauty lesson with an advisor.

Shoe Palace

For all the sneaker fans out there, check out this shoe store. Shoe Palace offers a huge range of kicks from well-known brands like Nike, Vans, New Balance, and others.

Sunsations

With the sun shining all the time in SoCal, why not protect your eyes and be fashionable too? Check out Sunsations. They have all the brands you’re into and are conveniently located close to the theme park entrance.

SUPER NINTENDO WORLD STORE on CityWalk

SUPER NINTENDO WORLD STORE offers apparel and toys inspired by SUPER NINTENDO WORLD and the Mushroom Kingdom. Don’t miss matching Mario shirts, Toad plushies, and Bowser shell backpacks!

Take 2

If you're all about finding great deals, Take 2 is the spot for you! You can snag some awesome Universal Studios Hollywood merch at amazing prices. Don't miss out on those last-minute clearance items you thought were sold out. This spot offers a vast selection of clothes, toys, and accessories from many franchises, perfect for budget-friendly souvenirs!

The Los Angeles Sock Market

This unique little shop has almost every wild-patterned sock you can think of. Stop by The Los Angeles Sock Market to find an awesome birthday gift.

Things From Another World

It's your ultimate hub for comics, art books, new releases, figures, and apparel. Things From Another World is a shop that caters to anime, horror, and superhero fans.

Universal Bazar

Want to sport a cool new style while repping your favorite fandoms? Check out Universal Bazar, where you can find the stylish and fan-centric clothing line, UNIVERS. Plus, they offer blind boxes with surprise collectible figurines inside.

DO YOU LIKE SURPRISES? Universal Bazar has a nice selection of blind boxes waiting for you!

Universal Studio Store

Visit the Universal Studio Store for all things Universal Studios Hollywood, including dinosaur gear, wizarding robes, and monster tees. The shop offers a variety of apparel, toys, and souvenirs, with merchandise frequently changing. Don't miss the specialty apparel line, UNIVERS, inspired by your favorite Universal movies.

Universal CityWalk Hollywood Parking

Affordable parking after 5:00 PM

Thinking of having a great night in Los Angeles? Visit CityWalk after 5:00 PM to avail yourself of the $10 parking fee.

Cinema Parking

General Parking costs five bucks for moviegoers. It’s recommended to buy your ticket and parking online or through the AMC Theatres app for easy access. You can also pay upon arrival and claim a rebate at the box office with your receipt.

Valet Parking

When you visit CityWalk for a sit-down dinner, you can park like a VIP. For just ten bucks, you can get valet parking with validation. Just follow the valet parking signs in the Jurassic Parking garage and have your ticket validated at the restaurant.

Visit Universal Studios Hollywood, enjoy CityWalk.

Exploring the City of Angels is not complete without visiting Universal Studios Hollywood. Take advantage of incredible theme park experiences, character meet-and-greets, and classic thrills. After a long, fun day full of adventure, swing by CityWalk.

Universal CityWalk Hollywood is a haven for food, entertainment, and shopping enthusiasts. Dive into Universal's timeless, urban charm and treat yourself and your loved ones to new experiences. Plan your Universal escapade today and make sure to grab your discounted Universal Studios Hollywood tickets! Enjoy fantastic deals, great food, electrifying entertainment, and endless thrills. See you at CityWalk, FunExplorers!