Places to Eat
Places to Eat
Concession stand hours and food items are subject to change. For what's available today, please visit the Today at the Zoo page.
Durham TreeTops Restaurant
Location: Next to Lied Jungle
Hours: Open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Grill open 10:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
Durham Treetops Restaurant will be closed for scheduled maintenance from Monday, January 26, through Friday, January 30.
Come inside and take a seat or grab and go! With fresh salads, juicy burgers, crispy chicken tenders, sandwiches, mac and cheese, and ice-cold drinks, there’s something for everyone to fuel their Zoo adventure.
Gluten-free and vegan options available. Air-conditioned seating inside.
Plaza Café
Location: Hawks Desert Dome Plaza
Hours: Open 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Take a break in the shade and treat yourself. Sip on handcrafted coffees or refreshing margaritas while enjoying crisp homemade potato chips, fresh salads, savory sandwiches, and satisfying snacks. It's the perfect way to recharge between Zoo adventures.
Gluten-free options available.
Omaha Steaks Grill
Location: Next to Lied Jungle
Hours: Closed for the season.
Stop by the grill and relax under covered seating! Enjoy flame-grilled burgers, crisp fresh salads, tasty snacks, and specialty drinks like bold coffees and refreshing ice-cold margaritas. It’s your perfect spot to recharge during your Zoo visit.
Gluten-free options available.
Sea Turtle Café
Location: Next to the Scott Aquarium
Hours: Open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Lunch begins at 10:30 a.m. Limited menu after 4 p.m.
Fuel up before you dive in at this vibrant food spot with outdoor covered seating. Enjoy hot, cheesy pizza, hearty pasta, classic hot dogs, sweet ice cream, tasty snacks, and ice-cold drinks. It’s the perfect place for a quick and satisfying break.
Tusker Grill at the African Lodge
Location: Scott African Grasslands near Kenefick Station
Hours: Open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Drinks and snacks available at 9 a.m. Lunch begins at 10:30 a.m.
Home to bold flavors and big bites! With indoor and outdoor covered seating, this spot serves up authentic African cuisine, like peri peri chicken, Saturday and Sunday, alongside crowd favorites like burgers, hot dogs, snacks, ice cream, and refreshing drinks all week long. Home of the elephant-sized pretzel!
Air-conditioned seating available inside African Lodge.
Garden Snacks
Location: Garden of the Senses
Hours: Open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
Soak up the sunshine and fuel up fast! Grab fresh salads, tasty snacks, and chilled bottled drinks to keep you energized and ready for your next adventure. Outdoor seating makes it easy to relax and recharge.
Ranger Camp Snacks
Location: Wildlife Management Headquarters in Scott African Grasslands
Hours: Open 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays with Skyfari, weather-dependent.
Cheers to good eats and great views! Enjoy covered seating with classic hot dogs, ice-cold beer, hard lemonade, and plenty of snacks and drinks to keep you cool and satisfied, overlooking the Scott African Grasslands.
Yeti Camp
Location: Asian Highlands
Hours: Open 10:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Nestled in Asian Highlands, this cool spot offers a delicious nod to Chinese cuisine. Enjoy outdoor seating with savory favorites like fried rice and specialty momos, quick bites, and refreshing drinks, all with views overlooking the Desert Dome. A true taste of Asian fare!
Dippin' Dots
Location: Hawks Desert Dome Plaza and Hubbard Expedition Madagascar
Hours: Open 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday (Hawks Desert Dome Plaza) and Monday through Sunday (Hubbard Expedition Madagascar), weather dependent.
Outdoor seating with a variety of Dippin' Dots flavors, salads, snacks, and bottled drinks.
Glacier Bay Landing Grill
Location: Glacier Bay Landing
Hours: Closed for the Season
Chill out under umbrella seating and enjoy juicy burgers, fresh seafood, crispy chicken sandwiches, tasty snacks, and refreshing drinks. It’s the perfect flavorful break in the shade near Alaskan Adventure Splash Park and Sue’s Carousel.
Sweet Shop
Location: Glacier Bay Landing
Cool off under the umbrellas with a delicious variety of drinks, including fresh lemonades and smoothies, creamy ice cream, decadent cakes, and other sweet treats. It’s the perfect way to enjoy a refreshing pause! During the week, enjoy additional offerings like hot dogs, chips, snack cups, and salads.
Adventure Snacks
Location: Bay Family Children's Adventure Trails
Hours: Closed for the Season
Umbrella seating with snacks and drinks.
Orangutan Oasis
Location: Hubbard Orangutan Forest (lower level)
Hours: 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Relax outdoors with a refreshing sip! Enjoy specialty lemonades and teas with a pop of boba, crisp salads, creamy ice cream, and tasty snacks. All in the shade with the orangutans in view.
Theater Concessions
Location: Lozier Giant Screen Theater Lobby
Hours: 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Grab classic movie treats like popcorn, candy, and refreshing drinks!
Air-conditioned seating inside.