Oak & Star Tavern at Epic Universe is a whimsical quick service dining option that is a great place to dine at Epic Universe. Offering guests a quiet escape from the park over savory BBQ options, Oak & Star may be one of the best kept secrets of Epic Universe.
Tucked away in Celestial Park is Oak & Star Tavern, a quiet space that is perfect for lunch during your day at Epic Universe. On our most recent visit it was the middle of summer, and it was ridiculously hot and humid. Finding a table in the “quiet room” was a perfect opportunity for my family to recharge for our day.
The exterior is welcoming with its brick and green, giving a nature whimsical vibe. When you enter you see the stars and branches along the walls and ceiling. There are animal paintings and little details making this a really cozy spot for a meal.
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Planning Your Epic Universe Visit
Where: Oak & Star Tavern, Celestial Park, Epic Universe
Service type: Quick service, mobile order from your table
Our total for a family of 5: $90.46
🎟️ Book tickets: Universal Orlando tickets
🏨 Where to stay: Compare Universal-area hotels I recommend on-site for best experience
🍽️ Where else to eat: Epic Universe Restaurants
📖 Read the full guide: Universal Orlando Guide
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Oak & Star Tavern- My Experience
Oak & Star Tavern has guests enter a cozy casual dining restaurant that has an earthy vibe with animal sketches and large oak tree branches overhead. It is located in the Celestial Park area of Epic Universe.
The tavern is also home to The Plastered Owl where guests can listen to live music, starting at 10:45am, and have a drink. There is indoor and outdoor seating.
For the indoor seating there is a quiet space and a louder space where the music is. We opted for the quiet space during our lunch. The stained glass enhances the ambiance of the restaurant and is was one of my favorite quiet spaces to eat at the park.
Oak & Star Menu
Oak & Star Tavern serves BBQ entrees, kids meals, and specialty beverages. They serve breakfast and are typically open for lunch and dinner. Below I share details of what we ordered. Learn more about the full menu here.
What We Ordered & Cost
There are 5 of us so we had an opportunity to try a few different things during our lunch. We shared a few dishes because there was more than enough to share plus it saves us a little money.
When you arrive you choose your table and scan the QR code on the table. From there you will order your food and then a team member will deliver it. If you prefer to order at the counter you can, just ask a team member where to go and they will assist you.
Our Oak & Tavern Order:
- Mini Pulled Pork Sandwich with fries and watermelon ($9.49)
- Two Meat/One Side-Chicken & Brisket ($23.99)
- Slow Smoked Brisket ($18.99)
- Huli Huli Pulled Pork ($17.99)
- Mango Bread
Most of what we got was a bit redundant because it was different meats and sides but all of what we got was pretty good. We started with an order of the Mango Bread to share. This had a great flavor and was different than the traditional corn bread you might find at a BBQ restaurant.
Next up was the meats. We tried the pulled pork, brisket, and chicken. All of these were seasoned and cooked well.
We also tried the seasoned fries, mac and cheese, and watermelon sides. Everyone liked these as well. All of our meals were well cooked, not overly greasy, and the staff was helpful and informative.
Oak & Star Tavern- Is It Worth It
At the end of the day, here’s what really stuck with me. This is what I’d share if we were talking over coffee to plan your trip.
Oak & Star Tavern is a solid casual dining option at Epic Universe. If you like BBQ style food you will enjoy the meat platter options. Our total cost for lunch was $90.46. This aligns with prices for lunch options at the park.
There are also multiple side options that we didn’t get to try like Braised Greens, Tropical Coleslaw, Smoked Harissa Cauliflower, Burnt Ends Baked Beans, Smoked Cheddar Biscuits, Side of BBQ Bacon, and Smoked Sausage.
They actually have so many different side options I would love to go back to try a few. Overall the ambiance and the food at Oak & Star is a great addition to your day at Epic Universe.
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Leah has been traveling with her family of 5 since 2012 and sharing her expertise on planning family vacations and visiting theme parks since 2016. Leah has been featured in Visit Rochester, Undercover Tourist, and Home Publications. She has worked with brands like Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, Hersheypark, Toyota, and various Tourism boards and destinations. Leah creates family travel itineraries based on real trip experiences with her family. Her guides and tips help others plan great family vacations. Learn more about Leah and Five for the Road.