Mythos Restaurant is closing at Universal Orlando — plus a wild patent reveals critters could soon ride alongside you, and Disney Springs has a very busy summer ahead.
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Mythos Restaurant is closing — and Universal fans are devastated
One of the most beloved theme park restaurants in the world will close at Universal's Islands of Adventure next year. Plus: a wild Universal patent, Disney Springs news, and your weekend crowd warning.
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★ Universal Orlando · Islands of Adventure
After 25 years, Mythos is closing — and it feels bigger than losing a restaurant
Universal Orlando announced this morning that Mythos Restaurant will close next year — ending a 25-year run at Islands of Adventure. The cave-like, mythology-themed dining room opened with the park in 1999 and was repeatedly voted the best theme park restaurant in the world by Theme Park Insider readers. It outlasted Harry Potter's arrival, the Wizarding World expansion, and nearly every other era of Universal's evolution.
Attractions Magazine captured the grief among longtime fans who saw Mythos as more than a meal — it was proof that theme parks could do fine dining. No replacement concept has been announced.
★ Sources: Theme Park Insider → Attractions Magazine →
★ Universal · Attractions Technology
Universal's new patent: frogs, snakes, and critters could ride alongside you
A newly published Universal patent describes a system where animatronic critter characters — frogs, snakes, and other creatures — could physically crawl onto ride vehicles during a dark ride experience. Theme Park Insider's Robert Niles has the details , noting the technology would create surprising, tactile encounters that blur the line between the ride environment and the guest. No specific attraction has been confirmed, but it lines up with Universal's ongoing investment in interactive dark ride technology.
★ Source: Theme Park Insider →
⬤ Universal Studios Florida
Horror Make-Up Show gets a long-overdue revamp
The classic Horror Make-Up Show at Universal Studios Florida is being revamped, preserving a cornerstone of the park's original behind-the-scenes identity for a new era. Attractions Magazine has the story.
Joey Fatone's Fat Ones Hot Dogs coming to CityWalk
'NSYNC's Joey Fatone is bringing his Fat Ones Hot Dogs & Italian Ice concept to Universal Orlando CityWalk later this year. TouringPlans has the details .
Level99 reveals opening timeline for Disney Springs
The immersive gaming and puzzle adventure venue Level99 has shared an opening timeline for its upcoming Disney Springs location. AllEars.net has the details .
Six Ravens — Gideon's dark concept — lands this summer
Gideon's Bakehouse is bringing a dark and savory new concept called Six Ravens to Disney Springs, confirmed for a Summer 2026 opening. Chip and Co has more.
Disney Springs is very busy this summer — and the crowds are coming.
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For longtime Universal Orlando fans, the closure of Mythos Restaurant feels bigger than losing a place to eat.
— Attractions Magazine — Mythos survived nearly every era of Universal Orlando — until now
Coming up in the parks
V.I.PASSHOLDER Summer Days — EPCOT
Passholder lounge, characters & exclusive merch. Daily through July 31.
AP Previews: Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets — Hollywood Studios
Passholder & DVC early access. New photos show ride nearing completion.
Star Wars: The Mandalorian & Grogu — In Theaters
Global promotional tour underway; film opens May 22.
Six Ravens Opens at Disney Springs
Gideon's Bakehouse dark & savory concept confirmed for Summer 2026.
V.I.PASSHOLDER Summer Days Ends — EPCOT
Last day for passholder lounge access and summer perks.
New bus loop at Polynesian Village Resort almost complete
Yacht Club exterior refurbishment moving toward building center
California Grill raising kids meal prices next month
⬤ Disney · Disney Springs
Strawberry-banana DOLE Whip now at Swirls on the Water, Disney Springs
⬤ Disney · Annual Passholders
Annual Passholders: 20% off at Disney Store starting in June
⬤ Universal · Epic Universe
Epic Universe wins 4 trophies at themed entertainment industry awards
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★ SOURCES · THEME PARK INSIDER · ATTRACTIONS MAGAZINE · TOURINGPLANS · LAUGHING PLACE · ALLEARS.NET · CHIP AND CO · WDWNT · ORLANDO WEEKLY ★