Restaurants near Royal Pacific: good options within walking distance
Universal's Loews Royal Pacific Resort has five on-site dining venues within the property: Islands Dining Room, Jake's American Bar, Orchid Court Lounge & Sushi Bar, Bula Bar & Grille, and Tuk Tuk Market — all are walkable from guest rooms and the resort lobby. For more variety, Universal CityWalk is about a 5–10 minute walk along the garden path and provides many additional restaurants and bars within easy walking distance.
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On-site full-service restaurants and hours
The resort’s main sit-down options are Islands Dining Room (Pan Asian / New American with Polynesian influence) and Jake’s American Bar (casual American menu and bar service). Hours vary by venue and by season; check the concierge or venue listings for today’s hours.
Orchid Court Lounge & Sushi Bar focuses on sushi, sashimi and cocktails in the lobby evenings, while Tuk Tuk Market is the quick-service café open early into the night for coffee and grab-and-go items. Bula Bar & Grille serves poolside lunches, light bites and cocktails during pool hours.
- Islands Dining Room: serves breakfast, lunch & dinner; menu includes Pan Asian and New American items.
- Jake’s American Bar: casual lunch, dinner, drinks; bar service into late night (hours listed on some sources through about 1:00 a.m.).
- Orchid Court Lounge & Sushi Bar: sushi, sake and cocktails; typically food service until about 11:00 p.m. with bar to 1:00 a.m.
- Bula Bar & Grille: poolside bites and specialty cocktails; dress is casual and swimwear-appropriate for poolside seating.
- Tuk Tuk Market: lobby café for coffee, pastries and quick meals; long hours from early morning until late evening.
| Venue | Typical service | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Islands Dining Room | Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner | Pan Asian & Polynesian-influenced New American; hours vary — ask concierge |
| Jake’s American Bar | Lunch, Dinner & Bar | Casual American fare; indoor/outdoor seating and live entertainment on select nights |
| Orchid Court Lounge & Sushi Bar | Evening Bar & Sushi | Sushi and cocktails; food often served until ~11:00 p.m., bar until ~1:00 a.m. |
| Bula Bar & Grille | Poolside Lunch & Drinks | Offers light plates and tropical cocktails during pool hours |
| Tuk Tuk Market | Cafe / Grab & Go | Lobby café open early and late for quick bites and coffee |
Poolside and casual dining
If you plan to spend time at the lagoon-style pool, Bula Bar & Grille is the on-site poolside option for burgers, salads, pizza, Polynesian-style items and cocktails. It’s intended for casual pool attire.
Tuk Tuk Market in the lobby is convenient for early mornings, snacks between park visits, or late-night coffee and pastries. 24-hour room service is also available if you prefer to eat in your room.
- Bula Bar & Grille: casual, swim-friendly seating; bar service varies by day.
- Tuk Tuk Market: grab-and-go sandwiches, snacks and coffee; long hours.
- Room Service: 24-hour room service from the hotel kitchen for in-room dining.
| Option | Best for |
|---|---|
| Bula Bar & Grille | Pool lunches, cocktails and light fare |
| Tuk Tuk Market | Quick coffee, breakfasts and snacks |
| 24-hour Room Service | Late-night meals or in-room dining |
Evening and late-night choices
Jake’s American Bar and Orchid Court Lounge & Sushi Bar provide the main evening options on property: Jake’s for a full dinner and occasional live entertainment, Orchid Court for sushi and cocktails. Bar service often extends later than kitchen hours.
If you want more late-night variety, Universal CityWalk is a short walk away and stays open later than many hotel kitchens; the garden path to CityWalk typically takes about 5–10 minutes on foot.
- Jake’s American Bar: full dinner menu and bar; live acts some nights.
- Orchid Court Lounge & Sushi Bar: evening sushi and drinks beneath floor-to-ceiling lobby windows.
- CityWalk (5–10 min walk): wider late-night restaurant and bar options off-property but still within easy walking distance.
| Venue | Late-night suitability |
|---|---|
| Jake’s American Bar | Good for dinner and post-park drinks |
| Orchid Court Lounge & Sushi Bar | Best for cocktails and sushi into the late evening |
| Universal CityWalk | Best choice for late-night variety beyond the hotel |
Special events and family nights
Wantilan Luau is a weekly Hawaiian dinner show held in an outdoor covered pavilion at the resort. It’s a separately ticketed event with a buffet dinner and live entertainment that guests can reserve in advance.
The resort’s restaurants are family-friendly; Islands Dining Room and Jake’s are suitable for children and families dining together. If you have young children, the Wantilan Luau and the family-friendly menus at Islands and Jake’s are common options.
- Wantilan Luau: ticketed Hawaiian dinner show with buffet and live performances (tickets sold separately).
- Islands Dining Room and Jake’s: family-friendly full-service meals.
- Tuk Tuk Market: easy option for families needing quick snacks or early breakfasts.
| Event / Venue | Notes |
|---|---|
| Wantilan Luau | Weekly Hawaiian dinner show; separate ticket required |
| Islands Dining Room | Full-service family dining for breakfast, lunch and dinner |
| Tuk Tuk Market | Quick bites for families on the go |
Practical tips: reservations, dress, and room options
Dining hours change seasonally and on special-event nights; use the concierge, the Universal Orlando Resort App, or call the front desk for current hours and reservations. Some venues accept reservations through Resy or by phone.
Dress is generally casual for the resort restaurants; poolside Bula Bar & Grille accepts swimwear, while Islands Dining Room and Orchid Court recommend resort-casual attire (no swimwear). The hotel also offers 24-hour room service when you prefer to dine in your room.
- Check current hours and reserve ahead for dinner or Wantilan Luau tickets.
- Poolside venues allow swimwear; lobby and full-service restaurants generally do not.
- If you need a microwave, rollaway bed, or other in-room requests, contact the front desk — those items are available for a surcharge.
| Room types (examples) | Sleeping configuration (as listed) |
|---|---|
| Standard Room | 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds |
| Room, Water View | 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds |
| Suite, Multiple Beds (Jurassic Kids' Suite) | 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds |
