Annabelle Stephenson
Officially opening its doors on Thursday, February 15th, Power Up Café is the latest addition to Universal Studios Hollywood. This Nintendo-themed café is a haven for both gamers and foodies, offering an immersive experience that combines delicious cuisine with the iconic world of Super Mario Bros. Get ready for a dining adventure that not only tantalizes your taste buds but also provides an enchanting atmosphere, making it the perfect spot for capturing Instagram-worthy photos.
Situated on the Upper Lot of Universal Studios Hollywood, near the park entrance and adjacent to the DreamWorks Theater, Power Up Café serves as an alternative to the ever-popular and often fully-booked Toadstool Café in the compact spaces of the new Super Nintendo World park. With its opening, it brings an array of Nintendo-themed delights to the bustling park, delighting visitors with its unique offerings.
The star of Power Up Café’s menu is the irresistible calzones, shaped like the iconic green and red Super Mario mushrooms. These folded delights resembling pizza are true culinary masterpieces that can be held in your hands, allowing you to admire their intricate details before taking a delightful bite. The options for fillings are simply too tempting to resist – the meaty red Super Mushroom calzone is packed with mouthwatering ingredients such as pepperoni, sausage, mozzarella cheese, and tomato sauce, reminiscent of a comforting Ragù sauce. On the other hand, the green 1-Up Mushroom calzone boasts a delectable combination of spinach, green peppers, mushrooms, mozzarella cheese, and basil pesto, creating a truly delightful snack bursting with flavors.
However, these calzones are far from ordinary pizza dumplings. The dough is skillfully shaped to resemble the Super Mario mushrooms, and their red and green coloring is achieved using food dye. The mozzarella circles on top mimic the dots on the mushrooms, resulting in a visually pleasing presentation. At Power Up Café, you’ll find yourself admiring the artistry of the food before indulging in it, all while trying to capture that perfect Instagram-worthy shot.
For those who prefer savory treats, the meaty red Super Mushroom calzone is a carnivorous delight. However, vegetarians need not worry, as the green 1-Up Mushroom calzone is equally delicious and a fantastic choice. We highly recommend ordering both and sharing with someone who doesn’t mind a bit of hand-held eating.
Not only does Power Up Café offer these extraordinary calzones, but it also presents a variety of other delicacies to complement your meal. The $13 Fire Flower Pretzel, shaped like the famous Mario power-up item, may seem adorable, but unfortunately, it falls short in terms of taste due to its dryness and lack of saltiness. However, fear not, for the three accompanying sauces – mustard, chipotle cheese, and white queso – add the necessary burst of flavor, allowing you to dip the pretzel petals to your heart’s content.
In addition, Power Up Café caters to those with a sweet tooth by offering four special beverages that take sweetness to a whole new level. Each drink is accompanied by a sugar cube shaped like a character from Nintendo games, adding a touch of flavor, fizz, and magic to your experience. Presented in a yellow question mark box, these sugar cubes come in the form of Super Mushrooms, 1-Up Mushrooms, Fire Flowers, and Super Stars.
Let’s not forget the delightful boba-like bubbles that can be savored through an extra-large straw with each sip. Among the four drinks, our personal favorite is the Super Star Fizz, featuring refreshing lemon bubbles and a mango-pineapple-flavored Super Star sugar cube. The 1-Up Mushroom Fizz comes in second place, boasting green apple bubbles and a lime-flavored 1-Up Mushroom sugar cube. It appears that, when it comes to specialty carbonated beverages, the simple pleasures of citrus flavors triumph.
While the thematic storytelling of the Nintendo-shaped sugar cubes enhances the drinking experience, we understand that some may find the sugar bits distracting. But fear not, if you prefer to skip the extra sweetness, you can opt for regular soft drinks without the interactive sugar cubes.
FAQ:
1. Where is Power Up Café located?
Power Up Café is situated on the Upper Lot of Universal Studios Hollywood, near the park entrance and next to the DreamWorks Theater.
2. What makes Power Up Café unique?
Power Up Café is a Nintendo-themed café that offers a delightful fusion of delectable cuisine and the beloved world of Super Mario Bros.
3. What are the signature dishes at Power Up Café?
The star of Power Up Café’s menu is the mouthwatering calzones shaped like Super Mario mushrooms. The options include the meaty red Super Mushroom calzone and the green 1-Up Mushroom calzone.
4. Are there options for vegetarians at Power Up Café?
Yes, the green 1-Up Mushroom calzone is a fantastic choice for vegetarians.
5. What other dishes does Power Up Café offer?
In addition to the calzones, Power Up Café also serves a $13 Fire Flower Pretzel, accompanied by mustard, chipotle cheese, and white queso sauces.
6. What special beverages does Power Up Café provide?
Power Up Café offers four special beverages accompanied by sugar cubes shaped like Nintendo game characters. These beverages also contain boba-like bubbles for added enjoyment.
7. Can I opt for regular soft drinks instead of specialty beverages?
Yes, if you prefer to skip the extra sweetness, you have the option to choose regular soft drinks without the interactive sugar cubes.
Sources:
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