Looking to save some money and bring your own food into Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure, or Volcano Bay? Let’s take a look at the outside food policies of the parks.
Prohibited Items
- Alcoholic beverages
- Picnic lunches
- Food that requires heating or refrigeration
- Glass containers and bottles
- Hard sided coolers
- Soft-sided coolers larger than 8.5″ wide x 6″ high x 6″ deep
Food Ideas to Bring to Universal
When packing food for Universal, remember that it is hot in Florida for most of the year. Steer clear of anything that would melt in the heat.
Snacks
- Chips
- Beef jerky
- Cookies
- Graham crackers and crackers
- Pretzels
- Goldfish
- Non-chocolate granola bars
- Apple slices
- Grapes
- Carrots
- Celery
- Berries
- Popcorn
- Dry cereal
- Fruit cups
- Freeze dried fruit
- Nuts
Entreè Items
- Cold cut sandwiches and wraps
- Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches
- Lunchables
- Pinwheels
- Plain pasta
- Baby food
Beverages
- Canned beverages
- Bottled water – Limited to 2 liters
- Reusable water bottles
- Baby bottles
What Foods to Skip
- Anything that will melt or requires refrigeration.
- Sticky and melty items (like fruit snacks or chocolate).
Where Can You Eat Your Own Food at Universal?
- Any counter service restaurant .
- Please be courteous of those paying to eat at those establishments and don’t take a table if there aren’t many available.
- Quiet, out of the way spots outside.
Prefer to eat in the parks? View our dining information.