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    Hog's Head

    4.2 (98 reviews)
    ModeratePubs
    Open • 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    HOG'S HEAD ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Touristy
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed

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    Bar Front
    Mike G.

    Love Hogs Head, Moe's Tavern has always been my go to for getting a beer but now I go back and forth from Hogs Head bar. The ambiance and setting is really cool. Definitely recommend this place. They have liquor options, different beer options that include a Red Ale, IPA and angry orchard. Service is quick and very welcoming.

    Butterbeer ($9)
    Ian A.

    Accio Butterbeer! If you love Harry Potter and already paid the Universal Studios admission, this non-alcoholic beverage is a must. Butterbeer is pricey ($9), but I am content with my order and unique experience. The cold butterbeer is very bubbly/carbonated. Its top foam is also foamy and sweet. The liquid itself is similar to cream soda seltzer water. I found myself better enjoying the beverage after swirling together the top's sweet cream and liquid. However, they only provide paper straws. If you wait too long, your paper straw will eventually fall apart. The area is busy and clean. There is always a line, but it moves quickly. The surroundings successfully recreate that Harry Potter Movie aesthetic feel. Overall, I enjoyed my beverage. Butterbeer is refreshing and novel. I won't ever Obliviate this memory! Yum!

    Supposedly the hog head moves and grunts. But it didn't for me. Aww shucks.
    Lillian W.

    This is the only place to grab alcohol in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, UH. They open for business at 10am, no sooner. So no libations until then. The pub connects to the Three Broomsticks. It's on the farthest side opposite of the food ordering line of 3B. To order drinks at the pub, you can saddle right on up to the barkeep. They serve drinks only including butter beer (non and alcoholic version), pumpkin juice, beers, wines, bottled Gilly water, etc. You can even order the same non alcoholic drinks at the 3B. There is an animatronic hog's head mounted above the bar. But darn, the two times I was there I didn't get to see it move or grunt. Not sure if it does. The other older reviews mentioned it did. Anyways, the pub area and adjoining 3B share a dining area. The detail of the design is just super cool. Even if you don't eat or drink there, come on in to take a gander.

    Dining Area
    Kacey S.

    Amazing experience! Not only did we feel completely immersed in the wizarding world, but it was such a treat to be able to eat food and drink that we would've found in Harry Potter! The staff were dressed to play the part and extremely friendly when ordering. As expected, it was extremely busy and very hard to find a table, but with a little patience, we finally got one. Despite the large amount of people, the place was pretty clean and well kept. We got through the ordering line pretty quickly, and the food was ready about 10 minutes later. We ordered the Shepherds Pie, Chicken Salad, and Bangers and Mash with a Butter Beer and Pumpkin Fizz. The Pumpkin Fizz was one of the most delicious things I've ever had! My daughter enjoyed the Butter Beer and her Shepherds Pie. My Bangers and Mash was on the cold side, but had a lot of flavor. The salad was quite large and filling. Everything was way too expensive, but that's amusement parks for you! It was about the same in comparison to other places and the amount of food you got was well worth the price. We would definitely come back the next time we visit the park! Great experience and great food!

    Butter beer
    George P.

    Came here a few days ago to grab some fresh butter beer and it was a fun time. Originally thought the place was small like a pub, but was surprised to see a good amount of seating beyond the server area. Cool atmosphere which gives you the Harry Potter world feel. Staff was nice and efficient, and the drink was really delicious. Well worth the slight wait (versus getting it from a vendor outside)!

    Sarah S.

    Hog's Head is a cute little bar that shares a seating area with Three Broomsticks within the Wizarding World of Harry at Universal Studios Hollywood. If all you want is a drink, head into their separate entrance and avoid the lines of Three Broomsticks. Drinks only and if you see the hog head on the wall, you're in the right place. Pro-Tip: They also have butterbeer here if you want to avoid the lines at the main Butterbeer cart out in Hogsmeade. Yep, they have butterbeer, pumpkin juice, gilly water and an array of liquors. Most notably for me, as a beer chick, are their Wizarding World of Harry Potter beers. Dragon Scale™ (5.3% Red Ale) - $16.00 and Hogs Head Brew™ (5.5% Scottish Ale) - $16.00 are the signature beers here and both are solid. $16 for a plastic glass of 'em is pushing it though, lol. But I'll admit it's fun to log these park exclusive beers on the app. Dragon Scale is a more fun name but if you're after flavor, Hogs Head Brew is the better of the two. Now go drink and be merry!

    Butterbeer soda
    Chricelle V.

    Not really a Harry Potter fan. Wanted to try the butterbeer hype since every raves about it. I was pretty lucky there wasn't a line. The worker did say the soda is sweeter than the slushy. Personally, I think it's okay. It does have a hint of butterscotch.. which I like. Overall, I wouldn't get it again.

    Cheers butter beer
    Deanne R.

    Only here for butterbeer ( not really a fan of it by the way) and last night for the fireworks . Highly recommend for the ones that do like to spike their drink :)

    Love the decor!
    Diele K.

    Who doesn't love a good pub for a hearty drink after a long day? Stop in to this cozy pub themed after the Harry Potter universe as the service is quick and friendly. The decor reminds me of a few old pubs I've visited across England, and makes me miss my family who resides there. There is more than just alcohol, so if you don't partake grab a butter beer here. I suggest the frozen version as it was perfect for a warmer day in May, and mighty tasty might I add. Cheers Witches and Wizards!

    Tora M.

    First off: You cannot order food here! It's in the attached restaurant and has a separate line. This place is solely for DRINKS!! You can non-alcoholic Butterbeer in three ways: regular (cold), frozen and hot. It's almost like they have an entirely secret menu because NOTHING IS POSTED! They have beers: * Hog's Head Red Ale *Dragon Scale Red Lager *Wizard's Brew Stout *Stella Artois *Guinness *Angry Orchard Cider *Seasonal Honey Mead *Whiskies *Vodkas *Rums They way to make an alcoholic butterbeer is to buy an add shot of anything you like. I'd think Jameson or a dark rum might be good. Some people love the cinnamon whiskey combination but I think that would cancel out the butterscotch flavor. There's also a Hog's Tea- like a Long Island Iced Tea and a Hog's Bite- Cider & Beer combined. Then there's a Triple: Cider, Beer & Guinness. There is a roaring HOG'S HEAD at the bar. It moves from side to side and grunts too! Entertaining while you stand in line looking for a menu that doesn't exist! There is no annual pass holder discount on alcohol. The seating is catch-as-catch-can in the few tables in the pub and adjacent Three Broomsticks dining room. There's outdoor seating as well. Restrooms are conveniently one door down on the left. Say hello to Moaning Myrtle in the Ladies' Room!

    frozen butterbeer
    Hailey J.

    i used to not like butterbeer but i find myself craving it now LOL i love the frozen one since it tastes less sweet. super refreshing on a hot day and i love the slush texture

    Kaelin N.

    Can't complain or expect too much for amusement park food but I was pleasantly surprised with my meal! The plates are pretty loaded, and yes the turkey was dry but it's def the better food in the park. Looking for seating was a challenge but I def got lucky.

    Hogs Head Brew™ & Butterbeer™ ⋅ The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Universal Studios Hollywood
    Justin L.

    Tired of Butterbeer? Are you a parent in need of rest while the kids run free around the park? A Harry Potter aficionado looking for a place to drink? This pub is for you! It's located in the Wizarding World at Universal Studios Hollywood. You can find the entrance to the right of the restaurant Three Broomsticks. There's almost always a line to get in, but it moves relatively quickly. The interior resembles a medieval inn, with various wood and stone elements. It was cozy, and had a rustic aesthetic to it. The level of detail is amazing and accurate, it really feels like you're walking on an actual movie set. There's a handful of themed drinks as well as some non-magical options everyone should be familiar with: Stella Arois, Guinness, etc. I tried the namesake Hogs Head Brew, which was a simple red ale. I found it pleasant, having a sweeter and lighter finish compared to other boozy beverages. For the under twenty one crowd or for those who prefer things sweet, Butterbeer is a fizzy non-alcoholic drink that tastes like a combination of cream soda and butterscotch. It's very refreshing and well worth a try. Theme parks are not just for young ones, there's plenty of fun for the adults as well!

    Butterbeer in front of Hogshead

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    There was no dark rum :( But the shot of white rum and slushee version of the butterbeer was delicious together.

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    Delicious fish & chips compliment their wizards ale ! Bar service was awesome great little rest and escape from the hustle and bustle!

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    Ask the Community - Hog's Head

    So this is inside Universal Studios, yeah? So you can only go if you've already paid admission to Universal Studios, right?

    Yes. The Hog's Head (and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter land) is located inside Universal Studios. Paid admission is needed.

    Can you make a reservation?

    No reservations can be made to my knowledge

    What's good to eat here?

    The Hogs Head is a bar. The restaurant next door is the Three Broomsticks

    How much are the souvenir cups?

    It's about $8, drink included.

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