UNIVERSAL CHALLENGED ME: Review The Food At EVERY Hotel In ONE DAY | Universal Orlando

Universal Orlando reached out to me with a BIG challenge -- can we go to EVERY one of their hotels in one day? And can we review their signature food & drinks along the way? Challenge happily accepted! Join Molly as she makes her way across all 8 Universal Orlando hotels, reviewing specialty dishes and drinks along the way. From a literal boat-load of fresh sushi to hand-crafted cocktails, we guarantee you'll be surprised at some of the dishes the Chefs are whipping up in the kitchens! And speaking of the Chefs - we're chatting with them with some exclusive interviews throughout the video.
Thank you to Universal Orlando and Loew's Hotels for inviting us to make this exclusive video and coordinating an amazing video shoot!
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[@MicheleKlinger]

I am so proud of Molly and Mammoth Club for getting an opportunity like this! Getting a chance to try/showcase the offerings at the hotels and sit down with the chefs themselves is something so amazing to see

[@sarahnewcomer7694]

I came here to say the same thing! This is so awesome!! ❤ 🎉🎉🎉

[@kates7277]

@@erwinchan6077 An invite is different from a sponsorship...Molly was invited i.e. got the experience for free. If she'd been sponsored, Universal would have actually PAID her for the reviews and she'd have to mark the vid.

[@WillxWild]

Tbh, it feels like this is Mammoth Club's 'graduation' video and it's kinda disappointing. There's nothing wrong with partnering with Universal for content, but this video just felt like Molly was interviewing an employee and showcasing the food. It has nothing to do with Molly's personal likes, dislikes, fun facts, opinions or otherwise... it's literally just a commercial for Universal and that's not what I'm here for.

[@MicheleKlinger]

@@WillxWild I’m sorry this didn’t amuse you like the other videos. I personally was fascinated by the entire experience. Not everyone can like every video of course and hopefully more fun ones to your liking are to come

[@dorenialee421]

I really enjoyed this video. It is a little different, but so interesting to see how all the different resorts do their food offerings. I've seen Molly do things like this when she was on the other channel, which I still watch, before she and the guys made Mammoth Club, so this video didn't even phase me. Keep up the great work Molly, Alan and Max! I'm really enjoying this. I'm so happy with how you're thriving and can't wait to see how far you'll soar.

[@kates7277]

Universal: Ready for a Mammoth challenge? Molly: Hold my wand! 🪄

[@Kelsylynn]

Molly is such a good interviewer. I love how you can tell how excited she is to share this with us and still so humble while talking with them

[@katcalico9142]

Universal’s marketing team knows what they are doing - genius. I have never stayed at a Universal but I am planning now . Thinking maybe 2 nights at a premier resort to do the main parks and 2-3 nights at cabana bay to volcano bay, spend some time in the lazy river maybe commute Disney to hit up an Epcot festival. Excited for more universal staycation content! Especially at the value and moderate levels, it looks like a much nicer experience compared to Disney - especially since I don’t have kids!

[@nicolefink4240]

Was thinking the same thing! Stay at a premier resort for two nights to get the express pass for three days and then hop over to cabana bay for some low key time at Volcano Bay or Disney Springs.

[@knottynumbers44]

I stayed at Hard Rock last year for HHN, and just this week stayed at Cabana Bay for a Volcano Bay visit - loved both experiences. So nice to be able to walk into the parks, have early entry, getting Express Pass included for the Hard Rock stay, and they both happen to be very fun hotels with great amenities of their own. Your plan is 100%. (P.S. I dont have kids either)

[@tcortez]

As a local, 20 miles south, I have stayed at several of the Universal hotels (and several of the Disney) and I enjoy Universal far more than I have Disney within the hotel system.

[@nemiiart]

This was really refreshing after just watching a video showcasing Space 220 at Disney, which cost $30 for just a kids mac and cheese. I loved hearing the chefs here talk about their passion for food while keeping it cost effective for guests. So many people are struggling right now and we all know that that is when people need feel-good entertainment most. It's nice to see it not exploited in every monetary way possible.

[@juliebuchheit7015]

I just watched that same video you’re referring to. With my two picky eaters, it looks like Universal is a way better choice for cost effective food options for the whole family.

[@gingerblue]

Universal definitely has a better food game. I'm a Disney person through and through, but I wish they would up their food game just a bit.

[@kirikennedy9796]

Universal is definitely outperforming Disney with their food options, I think, making their price points and variety accessible for every family.

[@BasementMermaid]

Molly is such a natural host. She is able to be so friendly and knowledgeable and personable. One of the best theme park content creators on KZbin

[@rudetuesday]

I like when you talk with chefs. They always light up as they talk about their menus. So fun. I knew you'd love that risotto. The presentation at table is a bit of theater.

[@acciobooks1]

Wow, Chef Gastano at Strong Water was so gracious, welcoming, and informative.

[@teresaadams7593]

He sounds like he’d be so interesting to sit down and have a few flights of rum with!

[@HalloweenFreak365]

Mam and Universal are absolutely killing it! Love these collabs!

[@kyranyholm3378]

chef carlos was so sweet. he loved answering all your questions and taking you through the menu! all the chefs really loved showing their menus but chef carlos! so cute!

[@gr8vbplaya18]

I love that Molly and Mammoth Club get to talk to the head chefs. Not all disney/universal/ travel bloggers get that opportunity. Love the shark fact. Molly is a shark apologist l0l.

[@dorenialee421]

Too true, but I'm here for it.

[@BubbaRayBiscuit]

I love everything about this! That’s awesome that you got some of the chefs to come on camera and share their menus. I love how excited they all are to share! The Universal resorts are all amazing! Started the video “check it out” and wound up watching the whole thing. Great job!

[@amandahardy6958]

Look at the Mam Fam glow up all the time. What an experience for you Molly!

[@alexislatour9373]

I didn’t know universal had this many resorts! Kiddos are outgrowing Disney and have asked for the next trip to be to universal so I really appreciate this content!

[@brclyn]

The sushi boat looked fantastic. It's great how Universal recognises the amazing Mammoth Club.

[@PeachesP27]

Love your food reviews Molly! Also been loving the NYC vlogs too.

[@snoopyhighfive]

What do you do when your stuck at work, and you are not doing well emotionally? Hang with Molly. Thanks for being emotional support KZbinr

[@dorenialee421]

This was me all pandemic long. When things got rough, I would escape into KZbin. All my favorite vloggers were in there, with Molly at the head of the pack.

[@Mammoth_Club]

💖

[@jennifergouine9278]

That is when I discovered Molly as well. During the pandemic. And then met her when Universal opened back up. I recognized the voice but was too scared to approach. My son walked right up to her. 😂

[@juliebuchheit7015]

I’ve never been to a Universal park but this makes me want to go just to eat and drink around the resorts!

[@timothyrusso1217]

Hi! This is Holly. I love how passionate the chefs were talking to you. And as I am saying that, I realize that is what we all love in you, Allen & Max. You are passionate & personable & fun. It doesn't matter where you go or cover. You could do a laundromat & we would be there for it.🤪 Love to you all.

[@Vway1501]

Molly, you are pretty dang good at this. Top-shelf reviews and interviews, girl...thanks!

[@sarab6415]

Molly - I am starting to watch your videos to see your new nail color. Always on point💯⚡💚

[@jdrew5367]

Alan is probably kicking his butt for not being present with Molly having a sushi boat. Molly is definitely not sad at having a cold brew or samplings of alcoholic drinks and sampling the lovely food at Universal. I enjoyed the white woman with chopsticks.😂 I feel the same way about chopsticks, I’m not always graceful with them. Thank you Molly for taking one for the Mammoth team for us. I really really enjoy these long videos. Mammoth club make it worth watching all the information. I enjoyed Molly interviewing of the chef’s. Just like all these videos you always make me want to go back and visit these places. Thank you Mammoth club.

[@karenlofquist8119]

I am so proud of Mammoth Club. It all started with a dream and now they’re here. Congratulations Molly, Alan, and Max. You three are inspirational.

[@LarryDarkMite2]

This is fun to watch, but it's not a typical experience. I go to the parks often and see Universal chefs personally bringing food out to vloggers to sample and record. When I go to Pier 8 Market Place / Bayliner Diner that food has been under a heat lamp for a couple hours. The premier hotels always have great meals as they are actual restaurants and not food courts.

[@larsawy9]

Absolutely love this!! Listening to the chefs talk about all the lovely food and drinks, I forgot you were at Univerals for a minute… Congrats on the invite. This was so fun and informative and a GREAT sales tactic on Universals part because I had no idea! Making the Orlando resort/park choice that much harder… They’re going to out theme Disney before long 😱

[@teresaadams7593]

Molly this is my favourite video from you!! This is basically my dream foodie trip to universal, and I’m so excited universal partnered with you. We fell in love with Strong Water on our last trip, and I’m the same as you - a bourbon drinker. Our waiter was so happy when I told him, and he brought me two flights with runs that had similar flavour notes to bourbon. We had a blast that night. I’m definitely going to check out some of the other restaurants you’ve visited here. 💕

[@lorendacombs579]

I usually skip your universal videos because I'm just not a fan of them but I was really interested and my name some of their hotels. I didn't realize they had so many hotels out there and look this looks great. Although if I got to go all the way back to Florida I think I would have to stick with the Disney magic. Thanks for showing me the other side lol

[@kittykathy9532]

I do enjoy universal Content! Thank you so much Molly. Universal is actually my favorite park, Good to see love shown for the resorts!❤

[@spoonlessvalkyrie7514]

When the chef has a food thermometer in his pocket you know he’s serious about the food!!

[@Texas2Stepping]

Wonderful video! Hubby and I thoroughly enjoy your interview/presentation style.👏 👏 Top shelf quality. We would love your next staycation video to be at Portofino Bay. Our stays there have always been incredible. Club Level is the best. Thanks again for what you do! ❤

[@rachelw1076]

When it comes down to it, this is a long paid sponsorship ad, but I love that you're getting that money, girl! Well done for securing this partnership and presenting it in an entertaining way 👌

[@rachelw1076]

Also, I think you and @adamhattan would make the most adorable collab!

[@Mammoth_Club]

Hey there! Glad you enjoyed it! Just wanted to clarify this is not a “paid sponsorship”. While we were very happy to partner with and be hosted by Universal & Lowe’s for an exclusive experience, we’ll always disclose if we’re actively running a paid ad (like when we team up with Undercover Tourist). Regardless, we’ll always be honest with the info and opinions we share!

[@rachelw1076]

@@Mammoth_Club Oh, I see! Thanks for the clarification 😊

[@TheRealBlkButterfly]

Not me not looking at my screen, just listening when I hear Molly say "I'm lookin' at Lenny Kravitz's pants right now" and catching myself saying out loud "I wish I was looking at Lenny Kravitz's pants right now too." 😎😎🤐🤐

[@roses616]

I’m so happy for you guys! You are amazing, produce great videos, and work hard. I don’t know why I teared up for you at the start of the video but I did!

[@TheHilliardFam]

We want to go to Universal next time we're in Orlando! Thanks for reviewing all the food at the hotels! Everything looks so good, we had no idea!

[@LaLunaLady]

Interesting and informative. I loved that you talked to the chefs to get their opinions on their dishes! I really hope Alan got in on the Longboat of Sushi. I think the one meal that I envy you the most eating, was when you had that pasta at Bice at Portofino Bay!

[@jerrilynnroth2117]

Great video! Definitely will be visiting some of the places while I'm at Universal. I really want to try the Strong Water Tavern. Loved Chef Carlos because he is soooo excited about the food, ingredients and the sourcing for the tavern. When there is a chef that is still so exuberant about the food that he makes and serves you KNOW it's going to be good. Again, thanks for a great video.

[@mlou4444]

Molly was born to do this. You can tell a couple of chefs might be a bit nervous, but she quickly makes them comfortable. Too bad Alan couldn't join you. Talking to the chefs as a fellow cook and trying all those foods would have been right up his alley. I love hearing both your takes on the food you try.

[@fayeswiger8400]

Oh, I would love for you to do the staycation at Portofino Bay because it is so luxurious and you do feel like you are transported to an Italian village. Bonus.- I challenge you to find the laundry on your own without any assistance from other guests or staff members. May the odds be ever in your favor

[@kristihicks9549]

Hey 👋 Molly!!!! Yeah love the Universal videos. Will be there in September Can’t wait!! Thank you for all you do!!

[@bobbiweaver3937]

You should come to Hershey!!! The SWEETEST place on Earth😊 Hershey Amusement Park, Chocolate World, the creamery, Zoo America, and SO much more!! An hour away is also KNOEBELS Amusement Resort. A family owned park that is filled with great rides!!! FREE admission and parking! It’s a weekday pass or ticket park. Great wooden coasters! PA would love to have you ❤

[@anthonylagano]

Greetings ! I’m a bourbon 🥃 guy …my go to drink is a Manhattan so I definitely relate . I am very surprised by how good the food looked at the value and mid level resorts . I normally stay at Portofino or Hardrock . I am giving Sapphire Falls a try in a few weeks . I will definitely be dining at Strongwater while I’m there as well as The Chocolate Emporium at City Walk which is one of my favorites. Really enjoyed this video . Great job 😎😎😎

[@MagnoliaBelle]

This is one of my favorite Mammoth videos by far🎉! Great job, Molly!🐘❤🌎

[@JessicaOC78]

This is FANTASTIC content! As a UOAP, we love staying at the value resorts. The rooms with the tables add much needed space and comfort with kids. We love the breakfast flatbread at Dockside and the Pipeline Burger at Surfside! YES on the Cabana creamcicle...love it....reminds me of the Flintstones push pops. Yum! Looking forward to trying some of the different featured food and drink options on future visits to these and other resorts (especially come HHN time!).❤️

[@briansieve]

It speaks well of Universal to choose the best vlogger from the best channel to feature their menus

[@amyabrey2504]

PLEASE do some Good Neighbor hotel stays/reviews.

[@katieb9688]

I had no idea that so many of the ingredients were locally sourced. That is fantastic

[@yaffarealbeauty6089]

The food all looks very impressive at Universal. This was a very well presented video. I’m not a huge Universal fan but your money seems to go farther at these hotels.

[@davekendle2983]

Another terrific video. You guys are the best. Was wondering though, well two things , 1) if you and Alan could do a winner pics dinner courses at the Epcot resorts. 2) Molly you once did a video snacking your way through the alphabet. Would love to see an updated version. Keep up the great work, Hope to see you guys at the parks someday soon.

[@aukscunas]

Thanks!!!! I appreciate you. I watch only your Universal content.

[@jordannehutchings]

Loved this video! As someone who grew up watching The Food-network this definitely feels like a more modern take on a show you might see and feels so relatable!💖💙🧡

[@HollyBlair81]

The awkward laughs make me cringe. Hard to get through unfortunately.

[@RizoKobold]

i love it when you talk to the chefs and get inside the menus great challenge!

[@charlottep3253]

This has really impressed me. There’s a lot of effort going in to the value resort foods. Yes it’s still expensive but I’m much happier to pay when I’ve seen the freshness.

[@promPSA]

This is really making me want to include a universal stay in our next trip. I know your staycation videos will help us choose which resort!

[@AlexaSmith]

Molly you are always slaying

[@cristieshenold8921]

Was it exciting to have him standing right next to you as you ate or nerve racking? I’d be anxious that I’d say something wrong. 🤣

[@Mammoth_Club]

At first a little nerve wracking but the food was genuinely delicious so it was easy to compliment it :)

[@officialkaym]

Interviewing is such a completely different skill set than a normal park video and Molly is a *natural*! Every interaction was so genuine and getting to eat and drink all day seems like an absolute dream 😍 so proud of Mammoth Club and I always LOVEE the Universal content!!

[@Secret_F4ce]

Strongwater goes toe to toe with any high level bar at Disney and I will die on this hill, including Nomad and Enchanted Rose.

[@misssugarcookie5645]

My top food choice is the ham and pineapple pretzel from Loews Royal Pacific Resort,yum 🥨

[@cathinieto39]

Molly, you did such a good job interviewing the chefs. This was so fun to watch and I love that Universal invited you to do this! We will be there next week, hotel hopping at Aventura, Hard Rock and Dockside. I saw this video and I stopped what I was doing to watch it. Lol! My vote is Portofino Bay or Sapphire Falls for your next staycation 😊

[@misssugarcookie5645]

Love the breakfast buffet at The Kitchen,Hard Rock Hotel,especially the guitar embellished waffles 🎸

[@PrincessMeggala0913]

YAY FOOD AND HOTELS!!!!!!

[@CathyS_Bx]

All the meals and drinky-poos looked amazing. I think I was most impressed by that huge sushi boat but I'm sure that risotto would have made me swoon.

[@Molbyone]

6 minutes in and I am HERE FOR THIS

[@sammarkiewicz9387]

We stay at Dockside when we come to Universal and we love Pier 8. It’s reasonably priced and tastes good. My husband doesn’t like cheese (horrifying, I know) and they’re always happy to make him a breakfast sandwich without cheese in the morning!

[@laurenjp1491]

We just spent 8 nights at Dockside in March and LOVED the food. We had a different house made juice each day and omg that Reuben. 🤤 Had the Reuben and a leftover Gideon’s cookie for one meal and it was a great day. 😂

[@phantomx3.0]

all this food is making my mouth water! universal just knows how to do things right. super impressed with the food variety and how they use local ingredients.

[@peter7596]

Universals marketing team kinda slayed with this one

[@LightSparkDaniel]

I truly enjoy the questions you ask the Chef's they are really interesting. Love the addition of this interview style videos to the plethora of video types on the channel.

[@SusanCatherine]

Love that chef at Dockside--how they make their own juice, simple syrup and that the tropical drink isn't super sugary sweet! That's the way to do it!

[@libbyhenderson4920]

What a fun challenge!! I'm definitely a Disney Adult, but some of Universal definitely looks appealing.

[@jaimeek9955]

What an absolutely fun day! Such a cool experience for the Mam Fam!

[@ryanodisneyshow]

Thank you for trying many food options at the resorts and parks, sometimes when you get hungry, analysis paralysis kicks in and I end up just getting meh chicken tenders. Thank you for exploring so the rest of us can follow the trail.

[@rynemartin5903]

Chef Carlos sounds a lot like Neil DeGrasse-Tyson.

[@treasures_untold_vlogs]

Molly, great video, you guys are the best! And at the Hard Rock, Challenge accepted, I say Alan and I try to tackle that Burger and Cake each!

[@HelloPumpkinDesigns]

Molly the chunky monkey at the poolside bar on the lazy river side of CBR is SO GOOD!! Did they get rid of the Starbucks at CBR?

[@MariaLynn]

Dockside is a great stay! Stayed there last year! Food was fantastic quick service!and preferably over the other resort quick places to eat. Portofino is my fav resort when we can swing it! Mama Della’s is the closest to being in Italy (lived there a few yrs)

[@davidgould4576]

Absolutely love this idea of video MAM Fam! And congrats on the opportunity to do it! - Could you also show or mention allergy related options like gluten/ dairy etc.? It’s great to find more options as food is definitely improving in theme parks 😍

[@purplecrazycat]

Awesome day Molly!! I vote your next Staycation be at Portofino Bay! We are going in September & would LOVE your view of it.

[@creativeescapestravel]

Have been so excited for this video!!! Can't wait to be back in September and try some of these.

[@Emilychee83]

Great vlog! Was interesting to see all of the resorts. Unfortunately we had a bad experience at Surfside, the burger and chicken tenders were awful. Cold and dry 😢 maybe we got them on a bad day. loved the rest of the hotel tho!

[@badburrrgrizz]

i thought that you'd be doing FOOD reviews but you did A LOT OF ALCOHOL reviews. you drank a lot in a day?? 😂

[@reddixiecup]

Great work Molly! Loved the interviews with the chefs! Such a fresh perspective on yet another theme park resort food video. Love you guys!!

[@melissal8445]

I didn’t enjoy Universal’s parks, but I liked their hotels and how easy getting into restaurants was vs WDW. This video makes me wish I had liked the parks better so I had a reason to try different hotels and these restaurants.

[@shelbygaffey5542]

Molly , love your videos . We are at Portofino and watching your films to see where and what to eat ! Appreciate your informative videos !

[@TheJennC]

I stayed at Cabana Bay a few years ago and loved the vibe of the hotel but didn't have much food there. Just booked a long weekend at Dockside and now that cocktail is number one on my list!

[@jmohan00]

My experience @ dockside was low-key perfect. The gym & massive breakfast after was my fav way to start a day of fun.

[@disneynutd1609]

Molly this made me so hungry ..I now know where and what to try when I go to Universal. I think Portofino is on my list for sure ..the rum tasting will be a must do as well .This would be a good challenge to try

[@MC-nb6jx]

We love Portofino Bay.. Stayed there 3 times now (3 times at Royal Pacific, yet to tick off Hard Rock) the rooms are larger than the other premium resorts, so better for family of 4👍🏻👍🏻

[@firefly8030]

Why is there video quality so bad I mean this is your job and your Filming on a cell phone or a cannon g7x buy a good camera this is your job

[@daniellebowles8235]

I love this video. So nice to hear the passion from the chefs about their food.

[@Ohridginal]

Really appreciate this Chef explaining and being cool about everything.

[@juliebuchheit7015]

As I’m watching molly sample rum and then go right to more cocktails…I hope she has Alan on standby to drive her home! I’d be on the floor. 😂

[@Mammoth_Club]

As stated, she wasn’t alone 😂

[@juliebuchheit7015]

@@Mammoth_Club I love it. It was so fun seeing the variety of options!

[@amandastoner3797]

You should come to Hershey, Pa for Hershey Park and some more of the ice cream 😊

[@InfectiousGroovePodcast]

I love that you always celebrate Michael Jackson whenever you get a chance. We're going to be in Orlando in June for my birthday and I might just stop by the Hard Rock Hotel just to see that jacket you pointed out :)

[@ChristineShelley]

We had Thanksgiving dinner at Dockside in 2021 and it was delicious!

[@supersanic1254]

Love Universal, just wish any of the restaurants had Keto friendly/Low carb options besides a burger with no bun. Very difficult to eat at the resorts if you have dietary needs or restrictions.

[@suesoto3794]

I'm loving the Chef of Strong Water after watching this i for sure want to go there now. He was so relatable

[@clonmult]

This was an excellent video - possibly the best/most informative covering all the Universal hotels. Our prior stay was at Surfside - which was brilliant considering the size of the restaurant. On our next stay (Cabana Bay) we're definitely going to do some restaurant hopping - Bar 17 is a must for the views, and Hard Rock is definitely tempting! ta for the video Molly, really love the content.

[@nikki_at_disney]

I'm always super impressed with the quality of food for the value at Universal properties. This is such a fun video!!

[@tammycarnevale4765]

What about the Cabana Bay? I didn't see that one.

[@Mammoth_Club]

Shakes!