Dining at Busch Gardens Tampa: A Culinary Safari
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay serves up a global menu across themed zones. Here's the current lineup (menus rotate seasonally):
🍽️ Full-Service Restaurants
- Moroccan Palace (Marrakesh): Buffet—chicken tagine, lamb couscous, falafel, hummus, baklava. Indoor/outdoor seating.
- Serengeti Overlook (Nairobi): African-inspired—grilled meats, seafood, vegetarian plates. Panoramic Serengeti Plain views.
- Sultan's Sweets (Marrakesh): Baklava, Turkish delight, ice cream, coffee.
- Coastal Cantina (Pantopia): Tacos, burritos, enchiladas, margaritas.
- Garden Gate Café (Nairobi): Breakfast & lunch—sandwiches, salads, wraps, pastries.
🍔 Quick-Service & Food Stands
- Bengal Tiger BBQ (Jungala): Smoked pulled pork, ribs, chicken, sides.
- Crown Colony Pizza (Pantopia): Pizza, pasta, salads.
- Elephant's Trunk Ice Cream (Nairobi): Cones, shakes, sundaes.
- Flamecraft Grill (Pantopia): Burgers, fries, chicken tenders.
- Garden Gate Snacks (Nairobi): Pretzels, popcorn, chips, frozen treats.
- Zambia Smokehouse (Nairobi): Brisket, turkey, sausages, mac & cheese.
🥤 Beverages
- Alcohol: Beer, wine, cocktails at restaurants, bars (Zambia Cantina, Marrakesh Bar), and carts.
- Non-alcoholic: Coca-Cola products, water, juice, specialty coffees, freeze drinks (Icee).
- Refillable souvenir cup: ~$15 + $1.99 refills (park-specific).
💡 Tips
- All-Day Dining Deal: ~$45–$55 (entrée + side/drink every 90 min). Worth it for 2+ meals.
- Mobile order via app at select locations.
- Dietary needs: Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free marked; ask chefs for allergens.
- Coolers: Small soft-sided allowed (baby food, meds, special diets); no glass/alcohol.
From tagine to turkey legs, Busch Gardens feeds every explorer.