The burger pecking order at Universal CityWalk is about to change, with Five Guys set to move into the Burger King Whopper Bar space later this summer as the resort reshuffles its dining and retail lineup. Universal has scheduled the Whopper Bar to close on April 21, and the Epic Universe preview center is set to close on April 13, so the Universal Legacy Store can return to that spot. There is still no official opening date for the new Five Guys.
As reported by WESH, Universal Orlando Resort announced the changes on Friday, listing both CityWalk closures and confirming that Five Guys will join the complex's dining options later this summer. According to WESH, the timing comes straight from Universal’s announcement, which offered only a brief schedule for the transition.
Legacy Store Makes a Comeback as Preview Center Shutters
The Epic Universe preview center will close on April 13, and the space will revert to the Universal Legacy Store, which focuses on retro merchandise inspired by classic Universal Studios Florida attractions. Universal Orlando has previously highlighted Legacy Store offerings tied to icons such as Back to the Future and Jaws, suggesting the relaunch will lean into throwback gear for longtime fans.
Where the Burger Swap Hits
The Whopper Bar sits in CityWalk’s second-floor quick-service cluster alongside spots like Panda Express and Moe’s Southwest Grill, so Five Guys is stepping into a high-traffic counter-service footprint in the middle of the entertainment district. Orlando Informer lists the current food-court tenants and menus, and the swap could nudge the mix from budget-minded quick-service toward more fast-casual choices.
Local Reaction
Parkgoers weighed in online almost immediately, with a Reddit thread spotlighting worries that a Five Guys at CityWalk could be significantly pricier than the Whopper Bar. The Reddit discussion captured a mix of excitement about the new option and grumbling over what it might do to meal costs for families visiting the resort.
Universal has not provided additional construction details, menu information, or an exact opening date beyond the initial timeline. Per WESH, guests can expect both the new Five Guys location and the Legacy Store’s return later this summer, with Universal's CityWalk team likely to share more specifics in the coming weeks.
