Complete Guide to the Grinch & Friends Character Breakfast at Universal Orlando Resort

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The Grinch & Friends Character Breakfast is a festive dining experience held during the holiday season at Universal Orlando Resort. This guide provides essential information for planning your visit, including details on the location, menu, pricing, and reservation process.

Overview

Location: Circus McGurkus Cafe Stoo-pendous, Islands of Adventure

Dates: Available on select dates from November 22 through December 30, 2024.

Duration: Expect the experience to last between 60 to 90 minutes.

Reservation Details

Reservation Times: Breakfast seating options include:

8:00 AM
8:15 AM
8:30 AM
8:45 AM
9:00 AM
9:15 AM
9:30 AM
9:45 AM
10:00 AM
10:15 AM
10:30 AM
10:45 AM
11:00 AM
11:15 AM

Booking: Reservations can be made online and typically fill up quickly. It is advisable to book as soon as possible, these reservations sell out quickly! You can also print tickets at park ticket kiosks or collect them at Guest Services upon arrival.

You can book online or on the app. For online, navigate to Tickets & Passes in the navigation menu, then Park Tickets in the dropdown menu. From there, click Extras & Events near the top of the page. From here, make sure to filter by “Holidays”, then you will see the option to book the breakfast.

For the app, you want to hit Buy in the bottom navigation menu. Then hit Extras, and then filter by Holidays.

Pricing

Adults (Ages 10+): $58.99 plus tax

Children (Ages 3-9): $32.99 plus tax

Note: Admission to Universal's Islands of Adventure is required separately and must be for the same date as your breakfast reservation.

Menu Highlights

The breakfast features a mix of themed dishes and traditional breakfast items:

The Feast

please select one entrée

The Grinch's Pancakes 

two green Grinch pancakes, cream cheese icing, whipped topping, fresh strawberries, scrambled eggs and applewood smoked bacon

Green Eggs & Ham 

scrambled green eggs, sliced ham and crispy tater tots covered in sausage gravy, served with a side of tick cut bacon

Martha May's Chicken & Waffles  

hand breaded southern chicken thighs on top of two crispy Belgian waffles finished with a fried egg, hot honey sauce and parsley

Lou Lou Who's Breakfast Sandwich 

flaky everything croissant stuffed with scrambled eggs, thick cut bacon, cheddar cheese, roasted tomato aioli, arugula, served with crispy tater tots

Cindy-Lou Who's Belgian Waffles 

Waffles, whipped topping with green sugar crystals, fresh strawberries, blueberries and a side of applewood smoked bacon with scrambled eggs

Avocado Toast & Chia Pudding 

toasted artisan bread, topped with smashed avocado, lemon vinaigrette, watermelon radish, arugula and sweet tomatoes, served with a side of chia seed pudding with agave nectar and fresh berries

For Our Little Whos

for little whos ages 3-10

Green Grinch Pancakes 

topped with whipped topping, fresh strawberries and red sugar crystals, served with bacon and scrambled eggs

Berry Belgian Waffle 

with whipped topping, blueberries and strawberries, topped with green sugar crystals, served with bacon and scrambled eggs

Green Pizza 

Green scrambled eggs, cheese and bacon crumbles, served with a side of red grapes

Fluffy Scrambled Eggs 

with bacon and crispy tater tots

Beverages

Sour Apple Slush 

sour green apple ICEE^® with whipped sweet cream topping and red sugar crystals

Minute Maid® Juice 

Apple or Orange

Milk 

choice of 2% or chocolate

Premium Bottled Water 

Powerade® 

Fruit Punch or Mountain Berry Blast

Hot Beverages 

regular or decaf coffee, hot tea, hot cocoa

Single Serve Coca-Cola Freestyle® cup 

Enjoy more than 100 drink choices with the Coca-Cola Freestyle® single-serve cup.

Character Experience

During the breakfast, guests will have the opportunity to meet the Grinch and various Whoville characters.

Tips for a Successful Visit

Arrive Early: Check-in close to your reservation time to avoid waiting outside.

Plan Your Day: If you book an early reservation, you'll finish just as the park opens, allowing you to maximize your day.

Dress Festively: Embrace the holiday spirit with festive attire to enhance your experience.

This character breakfast offers a delightful way to celebrate the holiday season with family and friends while enjoying delicious food and memorable interactions with beloved characters from Dr. Seuss's universe.

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