Best Six Bars inside Universal Studios & Islands of Adventure

When you're looking for a great drink at Universal Orlando Resort, you have options ranging from highly immersive theme park watering holes to upscale resort lounges.

Universal Studios Florida

Finnegan's Bar & Grill (New York) Reopening late 2026

A legendary spot for theme park regulars. This is a full-service, authentic Irish-American pub complete with live musicians playing pub classics. It's highly regarded for its generous, hand-poured drinks, Guinness on tap, and signature cocktails.

Signature drink: Finnegan's G&T — a classic gin & tonic with a splash of Chambord.

Chez Alcatraz (San Francisco)

A nautical, walk-up waterfront bar located right next to the giant hanging Great White Shark from Jaws. It's famous for a cocktail that triggers a fun, theatrical performance where the bartender dons a shark hand-puppet and "attacks" your drink with red grenadine.

Signature drink: Ocean Attack — the theatrical fan-favourite complete with shark-attack garnish.

Duff Brewery (Springfield)

An open-air waterfront beer garden perfect for The Simpsons fans. You can grab an exclusive, locally brewed Duff Beer — available in Original, Lite, or Dry — and enjoy clips of the show playing on overhead TVs.

Islands of Adventure

Hog's Head Pub (The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade)

Tucked into the back of the Three Broomsticks, this dark, rustic pub features a massive animatronic hog's head that periodically snarls at guests. You can also order the "Triple Layer Beer" (frequently called the Deathly Hallows), which layers Strongbow cider, Hog's Head Ale, and Guinness.

Signature drinks: Hog's Head Ale · Hog's Tea (a magical, potent twist on a Long Island Iced Tea) · Triple Layer Beer (Deathly Hallows).

Backwater Bar (Port of Entry)

A tropical, explorer-themed hidden gem attached to the Confisco Grille. It offers a great indoor escape from the heat and a lovely outdoor patio with fantastic, refreshing mixed cocktails.

Signature drink: Spicy Margarita — a fan-favourite and their house specialty.

The Watering Hole (Jurassic Park)

Located just across the bridge from Hogsmeade to Jurassic Park — don't let the food-stand appearance fool you, there are some amazing drinks to be found here.

The Bird of Paradise: Malibu Passion Fruit Rum, blue curaçao, and pineapple juice.
The Raptor Claw: Spiced rum, melon liqueur, triple sec, pineapple and cranberry juices.
Isla Nublar IPA: A smooth, exclusive craft beer brewed locally for the Jurassic Park section.

Universal typically pours strong drinks — as always, drink responsibly.

This article is reprinted with permission from Universal Drinkers.