2024 First-timer’s Guide to Minion Land at Universal Studios Florida: Food, Photos, Rides and more!

Are you looking for the ultimate guide to the NEW Minion Land at Universal Orlando Resort?

Don’t worry, I got you!

Get ready to immerse yourself in the world of Minion Land like never before.

As you step into this vibrant new addition at Universal Studios Florida, be prepared to be swept away by a multitude of exciting adventures and attractions.

Indulge your taste buds with an array of banana-flavored treats that will leave you craving for more.

From banana popcorn to a refreshing banana popsicle, there’s something for every minion lover’s palate.

But Minion Land isn’t just about satisfying your cravings; it’s also about immersing yourself in the mischievous world of these lovable characters.

I have everything you need to know about this latest addition to Universal Studios Florida.

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What is Minion Land at Universal Studios Florida?

Minion Land at Universal Studios is a fun and quirky new area in the park, created just for those lovable little yellow troublemakers we all can’t get enough of.

Universal Studios Florida Minion Land Villain Con Store Merchandise (9)

This cool land has lots of fun stuff to check out, yummy food to try, and awesome experiences that will make fans of all ages super happy.

As soon as you step inside Universal Studios Florida, you will enter the world of the minions from the extremely popular, family friendly, “Despicable Me” franchise.

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Despicable Me and the sequel films and spin offs are beloved by all.

Why Did Universal Bring Minion Land to the Park?

Universal Orlando listened to feedback from guests who mentioned they were unsure about bringing their families due to a perceived lack of activities for younger children at the park, unlike their competitors like Walt Disney World, Peppa Pig Theme Park and LEGOLAND Florida.

Universal Studios Florida Minion Land Villain Con Store Merchandise (14)

Universal also announced that they are recreating their former Kidzone Area into a Dreamworks themed land.

This addition to the park will feature new attractions, meet-and-greets, food offerings and more.

Universal Studios Florida Minion Land Illumination Theater Character Meet and Greet

You will also be able to experience, Trolls, Shrek and donkey and other beloved animated characters in this fun new area.

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In the meantime, Minions land is welcoming guests into its fun and whimsical world!

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Minion Land Food Tour

Starting off with one of the big questions, “What’s the best thing to eat at Minion Land in Universal Studios?”

Universal Studios Florida Minion Land Minion Cafe

With the opening of this area, there are quite a few fun food offerings that range from quick service to table service to snacks that your tummy will not regret trying.

Universal Studios Florida Minion Land Minions Cafe Uncle Dru's Belly Fillin' Pork Sandwhich with green banana chips
Uncle Dru’s Belly Fillin’ Pork Sandwhich with green banana chips

We will start off with the main table service restaurant, “Illuminations Minions Cafe.”

Illumination’s Minion Cafe

The Minions are always hard at work whipping up delicious meals for visitors to experience.

Universal Studios Florida Minion Land Minion's Cafe

Here you will find dedicated areas to our main faves: Kevin, Stuart and Bob!

Let’s hope they just don’t burn the place down in the process.

Victoria Wade at Minionland at Universal Studios Florida Minion's Cafe

You will be seated in various themed areas of the restaurant including the break room and kitchen.

Universal Studios Florida Minion Land Minion Cafe

However, if the weather is nice, you can sit on the outdoor patio.

How to Order Your Food at Minion Cafe

Upon my arrival to the restaurant, we were told to order through the app for faster access.

Universal Studios Florida Minion Land Freeze Ray Pops Mobile Ordering Pickup Window
  1. Download the Official Universal Orlando Resort App
  2. Create (or sign into) Your Universal Orlando Account
  3. Link a Payment Option
  4. Connect to Park Wi-Fi and Locate “Mobile Food and Drink Ordering” 
  5. Select Minion Cafe
  6. Choose Your Food Items
  7. Check Out
  8. Scan Your Table QR Code
  9. Select “Prepare My Order”
  10. Enjoy!
Universal Studios Florida Minion Land Minion Cafe Mobile Ordering

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Minion Cafe Universal Orlando Menu

The menu featured a wide range of noodle bowls, along with unique dishes that works for most with special dietary needs.

Universal Studios Florida Minion Land Minions Cafe Uncle Dru's Belly Fillin' Pork Sandwich with green banana chips Carl's Crispy Cauliflower with coconut blue rice
Uncle Dru’s Belly Fillin’ Pork Sandwich with green banana chips Carl’s Crispy Cauliflower with coconut blue rice

We were told the Minion Tots were a must-try but it wasn’t available when we visited.

We did try Otto’s Noodle Bowl and it is presented to you in a special way that i won’t give away.

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Otto’s Noodle Bowl at Minion Cafe (Photo Courtesy of Universal Orlando)

It featured Slow Roasted Porchetta, Udon Noodles, Tare Egg, roast corn and shrimp dumpling with a steamy broth.

Minionland at Universal Studios Florida Minion's Cafe

I would HIGHLY recommend this dish as its filling, delicious and easy to share.

Universal Studios Florida Minion Land Minions Cafe Kevin's Chopa Chopa Salad with purple cabbage arugula tomatoes cucumber edamame chicken and green banana chips with tater tots
Kevin’s Chopa Chopa Salad with purple cabbage arugula tomatoes cucumber edamame chicken and green banana chips with tater tots

While you’re there be sure to try Kevin’s Chopa Chopa Salad (our Editor’s favorite), El Macho’s Salsa y Salsa Ropa Vieja, and Fluffy Unicorn Cupcake!

Take a look at the Minion Cafe full menu below:

Before we go through the full menu below, I want to give you the breakdown of what each allergy notation is on the menu.

Minion's Cafe Purple and Yellow Drink with Burger and Tots

GS – Gluten Sensitive  DS – Dairy Sensitive  ES – Egg Sensitive  PS – Peanut Sensitive   TNS – Tree Nut Sensitive  FS – Fish Sensitive SFS – Shellfish Sensitive  SES – Sesame Sensitive  SS – Soy Protein Sensitive

Despica-bowls
  • Kevin’s Chopa Chopa Salad (DS, FS, PS, SES, SFS, TNS)- purple cabbage and arugula, tomatoes, cucumber, edamame, crispy pork belly, pulled rotisserie chicken, green banana chips and a mustard ale vinaigrette
  • El Macho’s Salsa y Salsa Ropa Vieja (ES, FS, GS, PS, SES, SFS, SS, TNS)- braised beef with tomato cucumber salad, cilantro rice, salsa roja and El Macho tostones
  • Carl’s Crispy Cauliflower(DS, ES, FS, GS, PS, SES, SFS, VG)- crispy cauliflower florets with sweet & spicy chili sauce, coconut blue rice, Thai cucumbers and edamame
  • Lucy’s Top Secret Salmon(DS, FS, GS, PS)- wood-grilled Atlantic salmon, coconut blue rice, Thai cucumbers, edamame, lipstick taser sauce
  • Otto’s Noodle Bowl(DS, FS, PS, TNS)- slow roasted porchetta, udon noodles, tare egg, cilantro, roast corn, shrimp dumpling, tonkotsu broth
  • Chicken Stuart’s Szechuan Surprise(DS, ES, FS, PS, SFS, TNS)- Szechuan glazed rotisserie chicken, stir fried vegetable lo mein
  • Agnes’ Honeymoon Soup(FS, PS, SES, SFS, SS, TNS)- green tomato soup, crispy pork belly, tomato gummy bear, basil oil served with a pimento cheddar grilled cheese sandwich
Universal Studios Florida Minion Land Minions Cafe Carl's Crispy Cauliflower with coconut blue rice
Carl’s Crispy Cauliflower with coconut blue rice
Handhelds
  • Uncle Dru’s Belly Fillin’ Pork Sandwich (FS, PS, SES, SFS)- slow roasted porchetta, chimichurri sauce, mustard aioli, apple butter, bacon jam, arugula, Hawaiian pretzel bun, green banana chips
  • Steak & “Cheese Ray” Sandwich (PS, SES, SFS, TNS)- French onion dipped roast beef, caramelized onions, secret sauce, cheesy blast pimento cheese on a cheddar & onion roll
Universal Studios Florida Minion Land Minions Cafe Uncle Dru's Belly Fillin' Pork Sandwhich with green banana chips
Uncle Dru’s Belly Fillin’ Pork Sandwhich with green banana chips
Off the Flame
  • Mel’s Meatball Mountain (FS, PS, SES, SFS, TNS)- wood oven baked stuffed pizza with meatballs, basil, fresh mozzarella and marinara
Desserts
  • Fluffy Unicorn Cupcake (FS, PS, SES, SFS, TNS, V)- confetti cupcake, vanilla & bubble gum icing, topped with a a chocolate unicorn horn
  • Minion Swiss Roll (FS, PS, SES, SFS, SS, TNS)- vanilla cake with a pineapple cardamom whipped ganache, passion fruit “banana” with a chocolate shell
  • Bob’s Teddy Bear Chocolate Cream Puff (FS, PS, SES, SFS, SS, TNS)- filled with a chocolate whipped ganache
  • Otto’s Pet Rock (ES, FS, SES, SFS, SS, TNS)- peanut butter mousse, strawberry jelly, crushed peanuts, banana cake dipped in a chocolate shell
Universal Studios Florida Minion Land Minion Cafe Unicorn Cupcake and Tater Tots
Unicorn Cupcake and Tater Tots
Sides
  • Minion Tots (FS, PS, SES, SFS, SS, TNS, V)
  • Coconut Blue Rice (DS, ES, FS, GS, PS, SES, SFS, SS, VG)
  • Green Banana Chips (DS, ES, FS, GS, PS, SES, SFS, SS, TNS, VG)
  • Mini Banana (DS, ES, FS, GS, PS, SES, SFS, SS, TNS, VG)
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Mini Boss’ Mega Melt at Minion Cafe (Photo Courtesy of Universal Orlando)
Mini Minions
  • Mini Boss’ Mega Melt (FS, PS, SES, SFS, SS, TNS, V)- pimento cheddar grilled cheese with Minion tots and a mini banana
  • Freedonia Festival of Mac & Cheese (FS, PS, SES, SFS, SS, TNS, V)- mini shells tossed in a creamy white cheddar cheese sauce with Minion tots and a mini banana
  • Shrunken Moonballs with Flying Sauce (FS, PS, SES, SFS, SS, TNS)- mini meatballs in marinara over spaghetti with Minion tots and a mini banana
  • Mr. Gru’s PB & Jelly (FS, SES, SFS, SS, TNS, V)- pressed peanut butter & Gru’s jelly with Minion tots and a mini banana
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PX-41 Punch
Specialty Beverages
  • PX-41 Punch (ES, FS, GS, PS, SES, SFS, SS, V)- Lemonade with bright flavors of strawberry and kiwi, with Evil Minion-colored topping and Blue Raspberry Pop Rocks!
  • The Antidote(ES, FS, PS, SES, SFS, SS, V)- Oodles of banana flavor with Minion-colored topping and graham cracker crumbles! Tastes like a banana cream pie!

There are a few wine and beer options for 21 and over guests to partake in as well. Coca Cola freestyle machines are here, and cups are available for purchase.

The restaurant has a mobile order pick up option, if you wish to take it to go.

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Bake My Day

Moving right along for, if you are in the mood for something sweet, you’re going to want to head to the pinkest building in the area.

Bake My Day, is a walk in bakery that features Despicable Me and Minion themed cakes, macarons, cupcakes, cookies and more.

Minionland at Universal Studios Florida Bake My Day Menu

You can grab oh so fluffy souvenirs too!

Universal Studios Florida Minion Land Bake My Day

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Freeze Ray Pops

Close by is Freeze Ray Pops, where if you want something sweet but will cool you off during those crazy hot Florida summer days, you can grab them here.

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Pop-A-Nana

Last but certainly not least, my personal favorite and new snack is located at the Pop-A-Nana stand, near the Minion Cafe.

Universal Studios Florida Minion Land Pop A Nana Popcorn Stand

Topped with some of the minions, here you can find sweet and savory popcorn options.

The controversial flavor brought over from Universal Studios Japan is the banana flavor, which I was EXTREMELY excited to try.

Universal Studios Florida Minion Land Pop A Nana Popcorn Stand

While I adored it, my friends weren’t crazy for it.

Minionland at Universal Studios Florida Banana Popcorn from Pop-A-Nana

The banana flavor is overpowering at all and you can get hints of caramel too. My suggestion is ultimately, its only $5 for a small serving and it’s worth a try!

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Minion Land Rides at Universal Studios Florida

Within Minions Land, there was already one popular family attraction (Despicable Me Minion Mayhem), but that was part of the problem, which Universal Orlando is in the process of correcting.

Universal Orlando Resort Minions at Universal Studios during Christmas in Minion Land

Illumination’s Villain Con Minion Blast, the brand new attraction to the land, debuted to the public on August 11th of 2023.

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It is unique, exciting and an excellent addition for families of all types!

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Despicable Me Minion Mayhem

Before we get to the new attraction, which I will keep spoiler free, let’s touch base on the original, Despicable Me Minion Mayhem.

Universal Orlando Resort Despicable Me Minion Mayhem Ride at Universal Studios Florida

This motion simulator ride takes you along for Gru’s latest scheme.

You are being recruited to become a minion yourself!

Universal Orlando Resort Minions Despicable Me Mayhem Ride at Universal Studios Florida

But of course, the plan takes an unexpected and hilarious turn as you zoom through the lab and chaos ensues!

Universal Orlando Resort Minions Despicable Me Mayhem Ride at Universal Studios Florida Party

At the end, you’re invited to a super silly and fun dance party with a familiar soundtrack. It is a heartwarming and zany good time.

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Illumination’s Villain-Con Minion Blast

Coming back to the latest addition, Villain-Con Minion Blast, guests are invited to attend Villain-Con at its new home in Orlando, Florida.

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Here you will join the Minions and the rest of the Vicious 6 villains to see if you have what it takes to join the squad.

Minionland Universal Studios Orlando Florida Illumination's Villain Con Minion Blast Outdoor Queue

You will be given E-Liminator X blasters and be placed on a moving walkway where you will aim at targets on screen to rack up a high score.

Minionland Universal Studios Orlando Florida Illumination's Villain Con Minion Blast E-liminator X

It is a unique and roaring good time for everyone that I highly recommend you try!

How to Play the Villain-Con Minion Blast Game

When you download the Universal Orlando app, you can enjoy enhanced gameplay at Illumination’s Villain-Con Minion Blast attraction and throughout Minion Land on Illumination Avenue.

Minionland Universal Studios Minion Blast App Game

Once you download the app, you’ll be able to create a profile.

Minionland Universal Studios Minion Blast App Game

After creating your profile, you’ll be able to keep track of your score each time you experience this attraction.

Minionland Universal Studios Minion Blast App Game

Just be sure to connect your E-Liminator X blaster to your app when entering the attraction.

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On the app, you can also connect with friends and work your way to the highest score on the leaderboard!

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Illumination Theater

Want to meet some of your favorite Illuminations characters? Now you can at the dedicated Illuminations theater!

Universal Studios Florida Minion Land Bake My Day Store Entrance and Illumination Theater Character Meet and Greet

Here you can run into one to two characters at a time and have some memorable experiences with them.

Minionland Universal Studios Orlando Florida Illumination Theater Character Meet and Greet

For the first time ever, now you can meet some of the main characters from the popular “Sing!” franchise.

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Minion Land Merchandise and Shopping

Don’t forget to indulge in some retail therapy!

Universal Studios Florida Minion Land Villain Con Store Merchandise

Explore the shops in Minion Land and get your hands on some exclusive Minion merchandise.

Universal Studios Florida Minion Land Bake My Day Store Merchandise

It’s the perfect way to take a piece of the Minion mayhem home with you. There are three ways to get your favorite merchandise in Minion Land:

1. Super Silly Fun Stuff

This store is filled with an extensive selection of toys, apparel, candy, accessories, and Gru-approved gadgets, making it the ultimate destination for exclusive Despicable Me merchandise.

Universal Orlando Resort Minions Store at Universal Studios Florida Super Silly Store Merchandise

You can even pick up a fart gun for that special person in your life.

Universal Orlando Resort Minions Mayhem Ride at Universal Studios Super Silly Store Merchandise

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2. Evil Stuff

This is your one-stop-shop for all your Minion and Villain-Con needs!

Universal Studios Florida Minion Land Villain Con Store Merchandise

You will find a wide range of essentials, including toy blasters, apparel, and various souvenirs such as keychains, pins, magnets, and more.

Universal Studios Florida Minion Land Villain Con Store Merchandise

Whether you’re looking for a fun toy or a unique keepsake, Evil Stuff has got you covered.

Don’t miss out on our extensive selection and make the most of your Minion and Villain-Con experience.

Universal Studios Florida Minion Land Villain Con Store Merchandise with Vicious 6

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3. Bake My Day

Not only can you satisfy your sweet tooth, you can find some of the most lovable Minion merch here such as t-shirts, bags, toys and so much more!

Universal Studios Florida Minion Land Bake My Day Store Entrance

It’s a cute little shop that you can’t miss.

Universal Studios Florida Minion Land Bake My Day Store Merchandise Shirt and Bag

As you can see, no trip is complete without all of the fun minion-inspired merchandise from Universal Studios Florida!

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My Final Thoughts on Minion Land at Universal Orlando Resort

It may seem a bit overwhelming, but once you arrive I assure you that you will be immersed in a land of vibrancy and good vibes.

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I personally think this expansion of a Despicable Me-inspired land has been a great addition and will be fun for all.

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Make sure to make the new Illumination’s Villain-Con Minions Blast your first stop of the day if you are set on riding in order to minimize wait times for yourself.

Universal Studios Florida Minion Land Villain Con Store Merchandise

As a solo traveler, I didn’t feel out of place at any location in the land I visited, despite not necessarily being the age demographic.

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That’s the beauty of Universal Orlando! No judgement by anyone, just welcoming all for a fun time.

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Until next time, Happy Park Hopping Hipsters!

Authors: Victoria Wade and NikkyJ

(Original Article Date: August 11, 2023/Updated on February 17, 2024)

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