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Islands Dining Room
The main dining room is the most family-friendly place to eat. It's a casual, Indonesian-style dining room that serves three meals a day, and has plenty of child-friendly meal choices. There is also a cute little play area for the kids, so you won't feel rushed through a meal if they're having trouble staying in their seats. There are huge glass windows that bring in the light in the morning, making it a cheerful place to come for the breakfast buffet. There's a small outdoor patio, open weather-permitting, and live entertainment on select nights.
Tchoup Chop
For the best food, definitely try Emeril's Tchoup Chop restaurant, which has Asian and Polynesian dishes like steamed pork and Asian vegetables, edamame fried rice, as well as a small selection of sushi. The restaurant is open and airy with bamboo and great Feng Shui. You'll get amazing food without the formality, and wonderfully attentive waiters. For lunch there is a build-your-own noodle bowl, and a build-your-own bento box, as well as a children's menu. Tchoup Chop also serves a three-course brunch on Sundays with a keiki brunch box (fruit, breakfast eggroll and French toast) for kids 12 and under.
Orchid Court Sushi Bar
The hotels' newest restaurant is open in the evenings for sushi and sashimi. We did not have time try it personally, but heard it has gotten great reviews. Next door is Orchid Court Lounge, which feels more like part of the lobby than a real lounge, and serves continental breakfast and coffee every morning.
Jake's American Bar
A casual atmosphere with bar food, burgers and salads is ideal for big eaters because of its extra-large portions.
Bula Bar & Grille
Located by the pool, Bula has quick meals like wraps and burgers, as well as a selection of tropical drinks; and Bula Ice Cream Shop has ice cream, frozen yogurt, sorbet and Starbucks coffee.
If you're looking for something really different and memorable, try the Luau on Saturday rights (and Tuesday nights seasonally). There are fire eaters, live Hawaiian music, hula dancers and a huge buffet with suckling pig, seafood, pork with pineapple, and fruit. There's also a separate buffet for the kids. It's definitely pricey, but remember you're getting a show along with your dinner, and the cost includes soda, wine and beer.
You can also catch character meals take place at all three Loews Universal properties on select nights.
Room Service is available 24-hours a day.
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