“There was really never an option of saying, ‘We’re just going to serve chicken fingers or pizza.’ It was always the opportunity to do something special.”
“Universal is known for putting you in an immersive environment, usually from a film, but in this case, we’re actually going into a game,” says Jon Corfino, vice president of Universal Creative. Luigi Burger with green bell pepper, pesto, and grilled chicken. Prices range from $6 for the garlic knots to $22 for the short rib special. Wash everything down with the Super Star Lemon Squash, a fizzy lemonade drink brimming with boba and star-shaped jellies. Beanpole cake, or a serving of tiramisu that resembles the Question Mark Blocks that are a mainstay of the Super Mario gaming experience. According to a park representative, the chef’s special will likely change with the seasons.įor dessert, diners can choose from a glittery pink Princess Peach cupcake, a matcha-topped slice of Mt. The Chef Toad Short Rib Special features goat cheese polenta, a red wine reduction, and puddles of sour cream that mimic the namesake character’s hat. The toadstool-shaped garlic knots dusted in Parmesan cheese and parsley are entirely made in-house, including the accompanying marinara sauce. The resulting menu is a significant level up from standard concession fare.Ī handful of hits from the original Kinopio’s Café, like the Piranha Plant Caprese and the Mario Burger with bacon, mushrooms, and cheese, appear on the menu alongside unique-to-LA creations like the Super Star Chicken Salad and the Luigi Burger with pesto and chicken. The menu leans Italian American, of course, and the culinary team drew upon the video game characters’ physical traits and personalities to develop the cafe’s whimsical dishes and drinks.
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