Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining experience returns to Central Florida for 2026, lasting from August 14th through September 30th. Eight Universal Orlando Resort Hotel restaurants will be a part of the 180+ eateries featured this year. Through Visit Orlando, $1 from every $40 meal and $2 from every $60 meal served during Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining presented by Orlando Health benefit one or more local nonprofits that help people in need.
This year’s recipient organization recipient is OCA (Opportunity, Community, Ability). OCA empowers individuals with autism and other developmental differences, from as early as 18 months through adulthood, while also supporting their families, many of whom face financial barriers to care and long-term services.
Eight distinct Universal Orlando Resort Hotel restaurants will be offering meals as part of the Magical Dining Program: Trattoria del Porto, Mama Della’s Ristorante, The Kitchen, Islands Dining Room, Amatista Cookhouse, The Palm, Flora Taverna and Bar Helios. None of these locations will require a theme park ticket, but reservations are highly recommended. You can checkout the full list of restaurants on the Visit Orlando Magical Dining website.
What can I order during Orlando Magical Dining?
Magical Dining comes with a discount, a donation to charity and a curated menu. With the $40 and $60 prices, specific menus have been made just for this occasion at each eatery. All eight of these locations will offer validated parking with your meal receipt. Tap the links for each restaurant to see their menu selections which let you pick-and-choose your way through the courses. Upgrades are also available for select meals or meal enhancements.
Trattoria del Porto, $40 menu
Operating from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., seven days a week. “Trattoria del Porto is serving up delicious and elegant fare with a touch of Italian charm. Dinner brings a menu of soups, salads, steak, fish, pasta and more. And with an in-house pastry chef you won’t want to skip dessert.”
Mama Della’s Ristorante, $40 menu
Operating from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., seven days a week. “At Mama’s, authentic Italian cooking makes you feel right at home. Take a seat and enjoy a menu of Italian-inspired dishes from Tuscany, Naples, and Piemonte, along with house specialties like Insalata Mama Della and the best lasagna this side of Sicily. Complement your meal with a selection from our extensive wine list and save some room for coffee, tiramisu, and cannoli.”
The Kitchen, $40 menu
Operating from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., Sunday through Thursday, 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Friday & Saturday. “You’ll feel like the center of your very own entourage when you head to this hot local hangout famous for amped-up American favorites. It’s the perfect place to sip mimosas and Bloody Marys at breakfast, chow down on an angus burger for lunch, or dig into their famous mac and cheese for dinner. And don’t forget the jaw-dropping desserts. Serving more than 90 different wines and 30 wines by the glass, along with beers and signature cocktails, you’ll have trouble selecting just one to enjoy.”
Islands Dining Room, $40 menu
Operating from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., seven days a week. “Enjoy a meal as unique as the Pacific Islands themselves. The menu conveniently offer both traditional family fare and South Seas specialties. For dinner, enjoy a mix of modern Pan-Asian appetizers, entrées and desserts.”
Amatista Cookhouse, $40 menu
Operating from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., seven days a week. “A seasonal menu keeps things deliciously fresh with Caribbean-inspired cuisine prepared in an exhibition kitchen. From empanadas and salads to flatbreads and burgers, there’s a dish here to satisfy every islander’s appetite. Also serving beer, wine and cocktails.”
The Palm Restaurant, $60 menu
Operating from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., every day except Sunday, where it closes at 9 p.m. “Our philosophy is simple: treat guests like family, serve great food and always exceed expectations. What began as a restaurant in 1926 in New York has become a legend in Orlando, throughout Florida & across the US. The Palm is well renowned for serving Prime Steaks, Jumbo Nova Scotia lobsters and authentic heritage Italian entrees.”
Flora Taverna, $40 menu
Operating from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., seven days a week. “Flora Taverna offers Mediterranean comfort foods. Featuring an open kitchen, live cooking, pizza oven, open grills, and a gyros station, the light and airy atmosphere is the perfect complement to any meal. Whether dining indoors or al fresco, guests have amazing views of Universal Epic Universe.”
Bar Helios at Universal Helios Grand Hotel, $60 menu
Operating from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m., seven days a week. “A sparkling and stylish rooftop lounge offering creative tapas, fresh seafood and handcrafted specialty cocktails. Featuring a lively circle bar, an intimate dining area and an outdoor terrace with stunning views of Universal Epic Universe, this is your next favorite night-out spot for casual catch-ups with friends, intimate date nights or relaxed weekend vibes.”
