After being cut short in 2020, the SeaWorld Orlando Seven Seas Food Festival is back for 2021, running weekends all the way through May 9. Featuring over 200 dishes, wines, beers, and cocktails, the festival is a culinary delight. Add to that the special entertainment including headline concerts on select dates, plus all of the great rides, shows, and wildlife exhibits, and it’s easy to see why many guests enjoy returning again and again to SeaWorld during Seven Seas.
SeaWorld Orlando continues to operate with guest safety in mind, which includes temperature checks before entering, requiring face-coverings at all times except when eating, drinking, or in a designated relaxation area, and reminders throughout the park to maintain social distancing and to frequently wash or sanitize hands. Guests can do their part by abiding by park rules and paying attention to signage and markers to give extra space between their group and other guests & ambassadors.
In the interest of full disclosure, many of the items we tried were provided to us at a media event hosted by SeaWorld or by redeeming punches on sampler lanyards given to us by the park. As always, all opinions are our own. While we’ve tried to provide the most accurate information possible, please note that item availability, prices, and other details are subject to change without notice. Please confirm all information with the park directly if you have any questions or concerns. This article was last updated on February 24, 2021.
Festival Basics
The SeaWorld Orlando Seven Seas Food Festival 2021 takes place on Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays each weekend through May 9. Access to the festival is part of any admission, and that includes concerts on Saturdays & Sundays. Food & beverage items are available for purchase at all of the regular and special festival locations on event days and can be bought a la carte or by using a sampler lanyard. See more details on the concerts, sampler lanyards, and festival locations in this article below.
The festival booths open between 11 and 11:30 a.m. each event day and remain open until park close. Keep in mind that booths can run out of certain dishes and beverages, so if there’s something on your must-have list, plan on getting it earlier in the day so you don’t miss out. Booths may also temporarily close during inclement weather for the safety of both guests and ambassadors.
If you arrive at the park and haven’t already purchased a sampler lanyard, reserved concert seating, or maybe just have a question about Seven Seas, then your first stop should the Welcome & Information Center located outside of Seafire Grill. Look for it across from the Dolphin Nursery.
SeaWorld has created a handy pocket guide for Seven Seas Food Festival 2021 that has location listings with menu items & other information. You can pick one up on event days from the Welcome Center or at the different booths. You can also see the guide in digital form on the park’s website as a PDF, which you can download to your device if you prefer to go paperless while enjoying the festival.
Concerts
Live entertainment returns in a big way to Seven Seas Food Festival 2021 at SeaWorld Orlando with concerts each Saturday & Sunday. This season features a mix of headline acts and trios of tribute acts. On days with just one headline act, the concert is scheduled to begin at 6 p.m. When the tribute bands are scheduled, each act has its own separate concert, with the times being 2, 4, and 6 p.m.
Concerts take place at Bayside Stadium, an outdoor amphitheater on the shore of the main lagoon. There is reserved seating available for an upcharge, which includes the lowest and most centered sections in front of the stage. There is no floor seating available this season.
The rest of the stadium seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Every other row is closed off to help maintain social distancing, and guests are asked to leave space between groups in the same row, so it’s best to arrive early to see your favorite performers and ensure a good seat.
Bayside Stadium is only accessible via the Wild Arctic side this season, so keep that in mind when arriving to see a show. From the front of the park, the quickest route is to pass Flamecraft Bar and cross the lagoon using the bridge, hanging a right at Orca Stadium and then heading right again at Wild Arctic plaza. The stadium opens as early as 3 p.m. on headline concert days for those who wish to get the best seats and wait until the 6 p.m. start time.
See the full concert lineup in our recent article.
Sampler Lanyards
Available for purchase at the Welcome Center or at any of the festival cabins, the Sampler Lanyards can save you money if you’re planning on purchasing multiple items. The best part is the lanyards can be shared among your party, and are good throughout the duration of the festival, so no need to buy one for every person or feel you need to use all the punches in one visit. Just note that the lanyards expire when the festival ends, May 9, and there are no refunds for unused punches.
There are two price points for the lanyards – $60 for a ten-item lanyard and $75 for a 15-item lanyard. Annual pass members can also get an exclusive 18-item lanyard for the price of a 15-item lanyard. Unlike past seasons, annual pass member discounts do not apply to sampler lanyards, however, discounts do still apply for a la carte purchases at the festival locations.
The lanyards are valid at every booth for food and beverage items. The sizes for the food items are the same whether using a punch on the lanyard or paying out of pocket. If you use a sampler lanyard punch on a beverage item (other than bottled soda/water) you will receive a smaller size than if you pay out of pocket. This can be both a good and bad thing – it allows you to sample more alcoholic beverages as you make your way around the festival, but some find it to be less of a value. If you know you love a particular beer, wine, or cocktail, it may make more sense to pay for the full-size version (and remember pass member discounts apply).
How much you can save will vary depending on which lanyard you purchase and what items you choose, but assuming you stick to the more expensive food items, you can easily save 20% or more compared to the full prices of the menu items.
Food & Beverage Locations
There are a total of 26 Seven Seas Food Festival locations as part of this year’s event, serving up over 200 different dishes, wines, beers, and cocktails. Some of the booths focus just on beverages, while others include both food & drink selections. The easy way to tell the difference at a glance is locations with festival food items have “Market” in their name.
The festival locations are spread out through much of the park, beginning in the Waterfront area near the entrance and extending past Mako, Infinity Falls, and into the Wild Arctic Plaza and up to Bayside Stadium. The designated festival stops are a mix of permanent restaurants & bars along with special booths set up just for Seven Seas. At the regular park locations, there are select items that are featured for Seven Seas and can be redeemed with a sampler lanyard punch. The full menus at regular locations are also available for purchase a la carte, and pass member discounts apply on most items.
Many of the food booths feature a theme based on cuisine and/or geography. Throughout the festival, there has been a focus on selecting sustainable, organic, and local ingredients and suppliers.
Below you’ll find a complete listing of all items, including pricing, pictures of select dishes, and our thoughts on what we’ve tried. Items marked (GF) are gluten-free, those marked (VF) are vegetarian friendly, and ones marked (V) are vegan. If you have any dietary restrictions or aversions, it’s always best to ask when they are preparing your items to make sure they are appropriate for your needs.
#1 Flamecraft Bar
Located just around the corner from the Festival Welcome Center is the first Seven Seas Food Festival Location at the popular Flamecraft Bar. Along with being a full-service bar featuring several specialty beverages and snacks, Flamecraft is featuring several drinks for Seven Seas.
- Draft Beer – $10.99 – 16 Rotating Choices featuring Craft Brews
- Cocktail – Flamecraft Breeze – $12.99 – Bacardi Superior Rum, Vodka, Blue Curacao, Triple Sec, Grenadine, Orange and Pineapple Juices
- Cocktail – Vodka Blue Lemonade – $12.99 – Tito’s Vodka, Blueberry Liquor, Triple Sec, Lemonade
- Cocktail – Miami Vice – $12.99 – Blend of Piña Colada and Strawberry Daiquiri
We grabbed a sampler size glass of the Miami Vice, which like all of the specialty cocktails served at Flamecraft is delicious.
Here’s a look at the tap handles showing the beer choices on our recent visit. Remember that these options can change, so check out what’s available when you visit.
#2 Dogfish Head Brewery & Cupcake Vineyards
Moving along the Shoppes at Waterfront, the second Seven Seas stop is Dogfish Head Brewery & Cupcake Vineyards with a selection of beers, wines, and cocktails.
- Draft Beer – Dogfish Head – $10.99 – 60 Minute IPA, Dogfish Head Slightly Mighty Lo-Cal IPA, or Dogfish Head Hazy-O IPA
- Souvenir Pilsner – $12.99 / Refills – $9.99
- Wine – Cupcake Vineyards – $8.99 – Moscato or Rosé served with strawberry chocolate sidecar
- Cocktail – Beso Del Sol – $12.99 – Fruit Frosé or Watermelon Frosé
- Bottled Soda – $4.29 – Coca-Cola, Diet Coke, or Sprite
- Dasani – $3.69
#3 Café de Mar
A bit further along on the Waterfront is Cafe de Mar, a regular snack & beverage location at the park. Here, four specialty frozen pre-mixed cocktails are featured as part of Seven Seas Food Festival. The location also sells several draft beers, fountain beverages, and snacks.
- Cocktail – Frozen Mudslide – $12.99 – Absolut Vanilla Vodka, Kahlua, Milk & Chocolate
- Cocktail – Frozen Mojito – $12.99 – Flor de Cana Rum, Mint, Lime Juice & Sprite
- Cocktail – Frozen Milagro Margarita – $12.99 – Milagro Tequila, Triple Sec, Lemon, Lime
- Cocktail – Frozen Lynchburg Lemonade – $12.99 – Jack Daniels, Lemonade, Triple Sec & Sprite
#4 Caribbean Market
On the lagoon side of the Waterfront is the next booth, Caribbean Market, featuring island-inspired food & drinks.
- Crispy Florida Cracked Conch – $8.99 – Serrano Chilies, Mango Salsa
- Jamaican Beef Patty – $6.99 – Guava Scotch Bonnet Ketchup
- Jerk Chicken Hot Slider – $7.99 – Grilled Pineapple, Lime Aioli
- Dulce De Leche Empanada (VF) – $5.99 – Stuffed with Caramel and Queso, Caramel Drizzle
- Draft Beer – Red Stripe Lager – $10.99
- Souvenir Pilsner – $12.99 / Refills – $9.99
- Cocktail – Caribbean Rum Runner – $12.99 – Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum, Malibu Coconut Rum, Blackberry Brandy, Banana Liqueur, Orange & Pineapple Juices
- Souvenir Cup – $14.99 / Refills – $11.99
- Cocktail – Caribbean Sunset (Non-alcoholic) – $5.99 – Fresh Lemonade, Orange Juice, Grenadine, Sprite
- Dasani – $3.69
The Caribbean Sunset is a great non-alcoholic option for kids or those who prefer not to imbibe. It has a light, citrus taste and is a refreshing choice on a hot Florida day.
#5 All-American Market Presented by Kraft Heinz
Near the main entrance to Voyager’s Smokehouse, you’ll find the All-American Market. Each of the dishes here has a Kraft brand component with the company serving as the sponsor of this festival location.
- Brisket Totchos (GF) – $8.99 – Slowly Smoked Brisket, Crispy Potato Tots, Kraft Heinz MAYOCHUP
- Hot HONEYRACHA Chicken Wings – $8.49 – Yuengling Marinated Wings tossed in Kraft Heinz Hot HONEYRACHA Sauce
- Lobster, White Cheddar KRAFT Mac N Cheese – $9.49
- PHILLY Cream Cheese Chocolate Chip Cheesecake (VF) – $5.99
- Draft Beer – Yuengling – $10.99 – Traditional Lager or Yuengling Flight
- Souvenir Pilsner – $12.99 / Refills – $9.99
- Specialty Cocktail – Tito’s POM Lemonade – $12.99 – Tito’s Handmade Texas Vodka, Fresh Lemonade topped with POM Pomegranate Juice
- Souvenir Cup – $14.99 / Refills – $11.99
- Dasani – $3.69
We had a chance to taste some Lobster Mac & Cheese at the media event, and it was quite delicious. A rich, creamy texture with a bit of lobster mixed in. One of the more pricey food items at this year’s festival, it’s a good use of a sampler lanyard punch if you’re looking for a hearty, savory dish.
#6 Matua Vineyards and Main & Vine Wine Spritzers
Across the plaza from All-American Market is the next drink stop, serving up several wines and spritzers.
- Wine Spritzer – Main & Vine – $7.99 – Cucumber Watermelon, Blood Orange Mango, Pink Grapefruit, or Pomegranate
- Wine – Matua Vineyards – $9.99 – Sauvignon Blanc, Rosé, or Pinot Noir
#7 Polynesian Island Market
On the corner of Voyager’s Smokehouse is Polynesian Market, serving up several Asian-inspired dishes and Hawaiian based beverages.
- Korean BBQ Lamb Ribs – $9.49 – Daikon Slaw
- Five-Spice Duck Lettuce Wraps (GF) – $7.49 – Asian Pear Slaw and Plum Sauce Drizzle
- Spicy Tuna Poke Bowl – $8.99 – Seaweed, Edamame, Avocado, Cucumbers, Wonton Crisps, Chili Dressing, Salmon Roe
- Hard Seltzer – Kona Brewing Co. – $8.49 – Tropical Punch Island Seltzer
- Draft Beer – Kona Brewing Co. – $10.99 – Longboard Lager or Gold Cliff Pineapple IPA
- Souvenir Pilsner – $12.99 / Refills – $9.99
- Cocktail – Frozen Hawaiian Pineapple Express – $12.99 – Ocean Organic Hawaiian Vodka, Pineapple, Mint, Lemon, Honey
- Souvenir Cup – $14.99 / Refills – $11.99
- Dasani – $3.69
We got a sample of the Korean BBQ Ribs at the media event. The flavor was good, but as is the case with any ribs the quality depends on how well it’s cooked and how fatty a piece you get. Wouldn’t call this one a miss, but it wasn’t our favorite item from this year’s choices.
A few of this year’s items are also available at Busch Gardens Tampa’s Food & Wine Festival, including the ribs and Five-Spice Duck Lettuce wraps. We tried that dish at Busch Gardens and enjoyed the warm spice blend on the tender duck with the contrast of the cool crisp lettuce and nuts on top.
#8 Italian Market
Continuing on the culinary circuit, the next stop on the tour is the Italian Market, offering classic-inspired dishes and several beverages right from the heart of Italy.
- Palermo Fontina Cheese Meatballs – $7.49 – Homemade meatballs with Fontina cheese and fresh herbs in Pomodoro sauce
- Rigatoni (VF) – $6.99 – Braised Mushroom Cream Sauce
- Marinated Bocconcini Mozzarella, Fennel & Gigante Beans Salad – $5.99 – Chianti Vinaigrette, Focaccia Croutons
- Tiramisu (VF) – $6.99 – Ladyfingers soaked in Espresso & Rum, Mascarpone Cheese
- Wine – Riondo – $9.99 – Prosecco Rose
- Wine – Cavaliere d’Oro Gabbiano – $9.99 – Pinot Grigio or Chianti Classico
- Draft Beer – Peroni Nastro Azzuro – $10.99 – Pale Lager
- Souvenir Pilsner – $12.99 / Refills – $9.99
- Cocktail – Frozen Peach Bellini – $12.99 – Prosecco, Peach Schnapps, Fresh Peaches
- Souvenir Cup – $14.99 / Refills – $11.99
- Dasani – $3.69
#9 Ivanhoe Park Brewing & Benziger Family Winery
Just to the right of Italian Market is the next booth, pouring several beers, wines, and a cocktail.
- Draft Beer – Ivanhoe Park – $10.99 – Guavacation or Joyland IPA
- Souvenir Pilsner – $12.99 / Refills – $9.99
- Wine – Benziger – $9.99 – Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot, or Pinot Noir
- Cocktail – Frozen Dreamsicle – $12.99 – Whipped cream vodka, orange juice, triple sec
- Souvenir Cup – $14.99 / Refills – $11.99
- Bottled Soda – $4.29 – Coca-Cola, Diet Coke, or Sprite
- Dasani – $3.69
#10 Fintastic Cocktails
Out in front of Fins Gifts is the appropriately named Fintastic Cocktails. If you miss sipping juice from a pouch as a kid, now is your chance as an adult to relive that feeling, as these cocktails are served in a Capri Sun-style container you can hang from around your neck!
- Cocktail – Puffin Punch – $12.99 – Reyka Vodka, Watermelon Juice, Lavender Syrup, Lime
- Cocktail – Monkey Around – $12.99 – Monkey Shoulder Whiskey, Amaretto, Coconut Cream, Pineapple & Orange Juices
- Cocktail – Honey Bee Hurricane – $12.99 – Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum, Passion Fruit Puree, Monin Hibiscus Syrup, Lemon
- Cocktail – Lion Lemonade – $12.99 – Hendrick’s Gin, Lemonade, Sparkling Water
- Cocktail – Manta Margarita – $12.99 – Milagro Tequila, Monin Blueberry Syrup, Pineapple Juice, Citrus Sour
All of the above cocktails can be purchased in a souvenir cup for $14.99, with refills costing $11.99.
Here’s a look at the Manta Margarita pouch:
#11 North Atlantic Market
Head behind Fins Gifts for the next two festival locations, which are both on the patio overlooking the lagoon on the backside of the gift shop. North Atlantic Market has a couple of dishes you would expect to find on the northeast coast.
- Cheddar Hush Puppies (VF) – $6.49 – Smoked Bacon and Onion Relish
- New England Style Lobster Roll – $9.49 – Celery seed dressing, buttered roll
- Chili Pesto Pan Seared Scallop (GF) – $9.49 – Wild Mushroom Saffron Risotto, Chili Pesto Sauce
- Draft Beer – Sam Adams – $10.99 – Wicked Hazy IPA or Wicked Easy Lager
- Souvenir Pilsner – $12.99 / Refills – $9.99
- Wine – Tribute – $9.99 – Pinot Noir Seven Seas Edition or Chardonnay Seven Seas Edition
- Dasani – $3.69
#12 Jack Daniel’s Cocktails
Also on the patio behind Fins Gifts is Jack Daniel’s Cocktails, serving up four cocktails mixed with JD varieties.
- Cocktail – Apple Sangria – $12.99 – Jack Daniels Tennessee Apple, Chardonnay, Apple Brandy, Apple Cider, Cinnamon
- Cocktail – Tennessee Mule – $12.99 – Jack Daniels Tennessee Whiskey, Ginger Beer, Lime Juice
- Cocktail – Fiery Smashed Apples – $12.99 – Jack Daniels Tennessee Fire, Apple Cider, Sour
- Cocktail – Jack Honey & Lemonade – $12.99 – Jack Daniels Tennessee Honey, Lemonade
All of the above cocktails can be purchased in a souvenir cup for $14.99, with refills costing $11.99.
Here’s a look at the sampler size of the Jack Honey & Lemonade:
#13 Mediterranean Market
Moving past Mako, Mediterranean Market serves up several dishes, including our choice as the tastiest item from this year’s festival!
- Goat Cheese Croquettes (VF) – $6.99 – Local Honey, Fresh Thyme
- Mediterranean Hummus & Parmesan Garlic Fries (GF, VF) – $5.99 – Homemade Hummus with Chili Oil
- Grilled Lamb Chop (GF) – $9.49 – Golden Potatoes, Feta, Roasted Garlic & Oregano Vinaigrette
- Greek Yogurt and Local Honey (GF, VF) – $5.99
- Draft Beer – Estrella Damm – $10.99 – Lager
- Souvenir Pilsner – $12.99 / Refills – $9.99
- Wine – Mathilde – $9.99 – Rosé
- Cocktail – Sparkling St. Tropez – $8.99 – Grey Goose Le Citron Vodka, St Germain Elderflower Liqueur, Prosecco, Lemon Juice
- Dasani – $3.69
The favorite item we’ve tried so far at this year’s Seven Seas Food Festival is the Goat Cheese Croquettes. The goat cheese itself is delicious and so savory. Add on the rich, sugary honey and you end up with an incredible blend of savory & sweet. Seriously, put this one on your must-try list when you visit.
#14 Cutwater Spirits
Just across the path from Mediterranean Market is the next stop, Cutwater Spirits. You can get your adult beverage here in a popsicle or traditional liquid form.
- Cutwater Frozen Margarita Popsicles – $8.99 – Lime, Pineapple, Mango, and Strawberry
- Cutwater Canned Cocktails – $10.99 – Tequila Margarita, Vodka Mule, Rum Mint Mojito, or Tiki Rum Mai Tai
- Cocktail – Frozen Rum Mai Tai – $12.99 – Cutwater Bali Hai Tiki Gold Rum, Triple Sec, Orgeat, Lime Juice
- Bottled Soda – $4.29 – Coca-Cola, Diet Coke, or Sprite
- Dasani – $3.69
#15 Brazilian Market
Rounding the corner heading towards Infinity Falls, the Brazilian Market offers up a handful of South American inspired dishes and beverages, plus Heineken.
- Pao de Queijo – Brazilian Cheese Bread (VF) – $4.99
- Brazilian Picanha Steak (GF) – $8.99 – Served with tomato chimichurri
- Yucca Bites (GF, VF) – $5.99
- Draft Beer – $10.99 – Heineken
- Souvenir Pilsner – $12.99 / Refills – $9.99
- Wine – Tamari – $9.99 – Malbec
- Specialty Cocktail – Frozen Basil & Mint Caipirinha – $12.99 – Leblon Cachaça, Fresh Basil, Mint, Lime
- Souvenir Cup – $14.99 / Refills – $11.99
- Dasani – $3.69
The Pao de Queijo (cheese bread) is a pretty safe choice for any picky eaters in your family or travel party.
#16 Waterway Grill
Head inside Waterway Grill and up to the main bar for stop #16 at Seven Seas Food Festival. Along with the regular bar menu and snacks available for purchase, draft beers and two cocktails are featured here as part of the festival.
- Draft Beer – $10.99 – 16 choices including rotating Craft Brews
- Cocktail – Puffin Kiss – $12.99 – Reyka Icelandic Vodka, Flor de Cana Rum, Midori, Peach Schnapps, Pineapple
- Cocktail – Tropical Turtle Hurricane – $12.99 – Naked Turtle Rum, Captain Morgan Spiced Rum, Pineapple Juice, Passionfruit, Mango Puree
#17 Asian Market
Heading beyond Infinity Falls and towards Orca Stadium will bring you to the next two event locations. The first is Asian Market, serving up more Asian-inspired dishes and a few adult beverages from Japan.
- Giant Tempura Prawns – $9.49 – Sea Urchin Aioli, Fresh Lime
- Crispy Pork Belly Bites – $8.99 – Sweet Soy & Ginger Glaze
- Bingsu Salted Vanilla Ice Cream (GF, VF) – $5.49 – Topped with caramel popcorn
- Draft Beer – Sapporo – $10.99 – Lager
- Souvenir Pilsner – $12.99 / Refills – $9.99
- Draft Beer – Asahi – $10.99 – Lager
- Souvenir Pilsner – $12.99 / Refills – $9.99
- Sake – Shimizu-No-Mai – $9.99 – Pure Snow Cloudy Sake
- Cocktail – Sparkling Pear (Non-alcoholic) – $5.99 – Pear Nectar, Ginger Ale, Lemon
- Dasani – $3.69
We were able to sample two of the dishes from this location at the media event for Seven Seas. The Giant Prawns earn their title – they are quite large. The tempura coating was light and crispy, with the aioli complementing the prawns nicely.
Pork belly fans should enjoy the dish here, with a tasty Asian-inspired flavor instead of the traditional southern style preparation some may be more familiar with.
#18 Vegan Market
Just across from Asian Market, Vegan Market serves up several dishes and beverages which are animal product free.
- Tempura Mushrooms & Green Beans (V) – $6.99 – Miso Glaze & Furikake
- Jack Fruit Sloppy Joes (V) – $7.99 – Red Cabbage Slaw, Chipotle Emulsion
- IMPOSSIBLE™ Meat Slider (V) – $8.49 – Balsamic Onion Jam, Crispy Jalapenos
- Hard Seltzer – Bold Rock (V) – $10.99 – Passion Fruit Hard Seltzer, Nellysford, Virginia
- Souvenir Pilsner – $12.99 / Refills – $9.99
- Hard Cider – Bold Rock (V) – $8.49 – Pineapple Hard Cider, Nellysford, Virginia
- Wine – Proud Pour (V) – $9.99 – “Save the Bees” Pinot Noir or “Save the Oceans” Sauvignon Blanc
- Dasani – $3.69
We had a chance to taste the Jack Fruit Sloppy Joes at the media event and were impressed. From a non-vegan perspective, the fact it was meatless didn’t detract from the taste. Just note it’s got a pretty good kick of spiciness.
#19 Sweets Market
Just around the corner is Sweets Market with three different cheesecake options served in a waffle cone.
- White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake Waffle Cone (VF) – $6.49
- Rainbow Cheesecake Waffle Cone (VF) – $6.49
- Bananas Foster Cheesecake Waffle Cone (VF) – $6.49
- Specialty Cocktail – Frozen Espresso Martini – $TBA – Absolut Vanilla Vodka, Kahlua, Chameleon Cold Brew Coffee
- Dasani – $3.69
A popular sweet treat from past events returns with the cheesecake waffle cones. We tried the White Chocolate Raspberry variety, and while not sure there’s much of a discernable white chocolate flavor, it was still a creamy, tasty dessert with the added benefit of some crispy cone.
#20 Mama’s Pretzel Kitchen
One of the park’s regular concession locations, Mama’s Pretzel Kitchen is featuring eight draft brews, including SeaWorld’s own special Mako Red Ale. While not part of the Seven Seas offerings (meaning no sampler punch option), if you’re looking for a good soft pretzel, this is the place to get one at the park.
- Draft Beer- $10.99 – 8 Choices featuring Red Mako Ale and rotating Craft Brews
Here’s a look at the beers on tap as of early February:
#21 German Market
Right next to Mama’s Pretzel Kitchen is the German Market, where you can choose from a few German beers or grab a Bavarian-style snack.
- Heritage Pork Schnitzel Slider – $7.99 – Beer Sauerkraut, German Mustard
- Pretzel Bratwurst – $6.99
- Chocolate Dipped Foot Long Pretzel (VF) – $6.99
- Draft Beer – Hofbrau Original – $10.99 – Lager, Munich, Germany
- Souvenir Pilsner – $12.99 / Refills – $9.99
- Draft Beer – Paulaner – $10.99 – Hefeweizen, Munich, Germany
- Souvenir Pilsner – $12.99 / Refills – $9.99
- Draft Beer – Warsteiner – $10.99 – Pilsner, Warstein, Germany
- Souvenir Pilsner – $12.99 / Refills – $9.99
- Cocktail – Frozen Jäger Bomb – $12.99 – Jägermeister, Monster Energy Drink, Cherry
- Dasani – $3.69
The chocolate-covered pretzel here is a returning festival favorite, although you might get some interesting looks when you carry it around. (You’ll understand when you see someone with one.) But it’s chocolate surrounding a soft pretzel – hard to go wrong there if you’re looking for something both sweet & salty.
#22 Crooked Can Brewing Company & Motorworks Brewing
Featuring six different beers from two local breweries, stop #22 also offers a handful of snacks available a la carte to go with the drinks.
- Draft Beer – Crooked Can Brewing – $10.99 – High Stepper IPA, Florida Sunshine Lager, or Workaholic Pale Ale
- Souvenir Pilsner – $12.99 / Refills – $9.99
- Draft Beer – Motorworks Brewing – Adoptable Lager, Pulp Friction IPA, or FL Rollcage
- Souvenir Pilsner – $12.99 / Refills – $9.99
- Bottled Soda – $4.29 – Coca-Cola, Diet Coke, or Sprite
- Dasani – $3.69
Located in the grass next to this booth is the festival’s Beer Garden, which is really just a fancy designation for the open-air picnic table seating available here. But with its location just around the corner from Sesame Street, it will surely be a favorite among parents who need an adult beverage and a break from all the child-oriented fun.
#23 Gulf Coast Market
Just past the beer garden heading towards Wild Arctic are the next two event locations, including Gulf Coast Market featuring several New Orleans inspired creations.
- Beignets (VF) – $6.99 – Traditional with Powdered Sugar, Bourbon Caramel, or Rum Glazed Bananas Foster
- Bourbon BBQ Smoked Pork Po’ Boy – $7.99 – Crisp Lettuce & Pickles
- Fried Oyster Po’ Boy – $8.49 – Tabasco Pepper Remoulade, Crisp Lettuce & Pickles
- Draft Beer – Abita Brewing – $10.99 – Purple Haze Raspberry Wheat or Strawberry Lager
- Souvenir Pilsner – $12.99 / Refills – $9.99
- Cocktail – Hurricane – $12.99 – Flor de Cana Rum, Myers Dark Rum, Passion Fruit & Orange Juices
- Souvenir Cup – $14.99 / Refills – $11.99
- Dasani – $3.69
While we didn’t try the beignets, we have seen they are not like traditional ones that many would expect, and instead are better described as beignet-like. They probably taste just fine – it’s hard to go wrong with fried dough and sugar – but an authentic experience they are not. For locals who have recently been to Busch Gardens and enjoyed their beignets as part of Mardi Gras and Food & Wine, there’s a marked difference in appearance.
#24 Mexican Market
Right next to Gulf Coast, Mexican Market serves up some south-of-the-border inspired dishes and some Mexican-based beverages.
- Drunken Shrimp Tostada (GF) – $7.99 – Tomato Aguachile, Cilantro & Avocado Crema
- NEW! Beef Barbacoa Taco (GF) – $8.49
- NEW! Mexican Roasted Corn (VF) – $5.99
- Draft Beer – Modelo – $10.99 – Especial, Mexico
- Souvenir Pilsner – $12.99 / Refills – $9.99
- Hard Seltzer Corona Hard Seltzer – $8.49 – Tropical Lime, Blackberry Lime, Mango, or Cherry
- Chelada- Modelo Especial – $10.99 – Original or Mango Chile
- Specialty Cocktail – Frozen Watermelon Margarita – $12.99 – Milagro Tequila, Watermelon, Lime
- Souvenir Cup – $14.99 / Refills – $11.99
#25 Glacier Bar
Building on the success of the fan-favorite Flamecraft Bar, SeaWorld recently opened another full-service bar outside of Wild Arctic. This is already a popular spot to stop in for a drink or snack, and will continue to be once Ice Breaker opens nearby. For the Seven Seas Food Festival, Glacier Bar is featuring six rotating brews on tap and several cocktails. Additional beverages and snacks are available for purchase a la carte from the bar’s regular menu.
- Draft Beer – $10.99 – 6 rotating Craft Brews
- Cocktail – Sparkling Mojito – $12.99 – Flor de Caña Rum, Bar Draught Craft Mojito with Fresh Mint & Lime
- Cocktail – Spicy Pineapple Margarita – $12.99 – Milagro Silver Tequila, Bar Draught Craft Spicy Margarita with Fresh Lime
- Cocktail – Fire & Ice – $12.99 – Jack Daniels Fire Cinnamon Whiskey & Frozen Vanilla Coca-Cola ICEE
#26 Big Storm Brewing and Seltzer City
The final booth is located just behind Bayside Stadium, on the corner nearest Ice Breaker, the new roller coaster set to debut soon. Before and after concerts, expect this booth to be very popular. Earlier in the day or on non-concert days, it’s unlikely you’ll have any wait as the booth is so far removed from the rest of the event. We visited it on a Friday and saw hardly any guests head out to this spot. With such low traffic, we wouldn’t be surprised if the park decides to keep the booth closed on Fridays when there aren’t any concerts, so keep that in mind.
- Draft Beer – Big Storm Brewing – $10.99 – BroMosa Tangerine IPA, Sunny Key Lime Shandy, or Tropic Pressure Florida Ale
- Souvenir Pilsner – $12.99 / Refills – $9.99
- Hard Seltzer – Funky Buddha – $8.49
- Hard Seltzer – Truly – $8.49
- Hard Seltzer – White Claw – $8.49
- Hard Seltzer – High Noon – $8.49
- Hard Seltzer – Bon & Viv – $8.49
- Specialty Cocktail – Frozen Stingray – $12.99 – Tito’s Handmade Texas Vodka, Melon Liqueur, Pineapple, Coconut, Lime
- Souvenir Cup – $14.99 / Refills – $11.99
- Bottled Soda – $4.29 – Coca-Cola, Diet Coke, or Sprite
- Dasani – $3.69
More Festival Fun
The food, drinks, and concerts are the main draws for Seven Seas Food Festival 2021 at SeaWorld Orlando, but they aren’t the only fun as part of the event. Look for strolling stilt walkers, local artists performing in the plaza around Sharks plaza, and more.
If you’re visiting on the weekend of February 19-21, be sure to stop by Wild Arctic Plaza between 12:30 and 6 p.m. for Mardi Gras festivities. At various times throughout the afternoon, you may catch a pop-up parade, street party, live music from a brass band, a DJ, and other fun performers handing out beads. There are also a few photo ops in the area to take the perfect picture.
If You Go…
Seven Seas Food Festival 2021
at SeaWorld Orlando
Fridays, Saturdays, & Sundays through May 9, 2021
11 a.m. to park close
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Any word on what they are doing with lanyards from last year? Since they had to close the park right in the middle of the event many people still have punches left. I know there are no refunds but I would hope they would still honor last years lanyards based on the circumstances.
2020 SeaWorld Orlando Seven Seas lanyards were honored at events through the end of the year including the Beer Festival and Christmas Celebration. They are no longer valid based on what we’ve heard from others who have asked at the park.