Key Takeaways
- What: Fat One’s Hot Dogs & Italian Ice, a gourmet hot dog and Italian ice concept from Joey Fatone, opening at Universal CityWalk
- Who: Founded by *NSYNC’s Joey Fatone and his manager, Joe Mulvihill
- Opens: Saturday, September 19, 2026, with the grand opening celebration starting at 10 a.m.
- Where: Upper level of Universal CityWalk, across from Antojitos Authentic Mexican Food
- New Flavors: The Brazilian and the Dirty K-Pop Dog, two hot dogs that have never appeared on a Fat One’s menu before
- Price: Universal Orlando has not published exact menu pricing for the CityWalk location as of this guide’s publish date
OPEN Brief: If you want the full Fat One’s Hot Dogs & Italian Ice menu at Universal CityWalk, the new hot dog flavors, the grand opening perks, and whether this location serves anything you cannot get anywhere else, this OPEN guide has every verified detail in one place. Fat One’s Hot Dogs & Italian Ice opens at Universal CityWalk on Saturday, September 19, 2026, replacing Hot Dog Hall of Fame after its 12-year run at the complex. Founder Joey Fatone of *NSYNC and his manager Joe Mulvihill are bringing the concept to a full CityWalk restaurant for the first time, following stops at the Florida Mall in 2016 and a food truck in 2018. The CityWalk lineup adds two hot dogs that have never appeared on a Fat One’s menu before: The Brazilian and the Dirty K-Pop Dog.
What Is Fat One’s Hot Dogs & Italian Ice at Universal CityWalk?
Fat One’s Hot Dogs & Italian Ice is a gourmet hot dog and Italian ice concept opening at Universal CityWalk from *NSYNC’s Joey Fatone.
Fat One’s Hot Dogs & Italian Ice comes from Joey Fatone and his longtime manager, Joe Mulvihill. The CityWalk location replaces Hot Dog Hall of Fame, a baseball-themed quick-service stand that operated at the complex for 12 years before closing on July 19, 2026. This marks the concept’s third iteration: Fatone first opened Fat One’s as a kiosk at the Florida Mall in 2016, then launched a food truck version in 2018. CityWalk is Fat One’s first full-service Universal Orlando address.
Fat One’s Hot Dogs & Italian Ice trades a mall food court for a spot inside one of Orlando’s busiest entertainment districts. OPEN tracks every new opening across Universal CityWalk as the dining lineup keeps shifting this year, including the earlier Fat One’s opening menu coverage OPEN published when the restaurant was first announced. You can read the full announcement on the official Discover Universal blog.
What Is on the Fat One’s Menu at Universal CityWalk?
Fat One’s Hot Dogs & Italian Ice will serve nine gourmet hot dogs, Italian ice, and specialty beer at Universal CityWalk.
Universal Orlando has confirmed the lineup includes nine hot dogs made with 100% beef, plus authentic Italian ice and specialty beer. Italian ice comes in four confirmed flavors: cherry and lemon for classic tastes, plus cotton candy and mango for something less traditional. Every hot dog also comes standard with Fat One’s “Brooklyn Flats,” a side that splits the difference between a thick-cut potato chip and a waffle fry. You can confirm the full description on the official Discover Universal announcement.
Only three of the nine hot dogs have named toppings so far. Here is how the confirmed lineup breaks down.
| Hot Dog | Key Toppings | Bun |
|---|---|---|
| The Fat One | Roasted pork, pepperoni, chili beans, cheddar cheese sauce, red onion sauce, pop fries, chives | Soft bun |
| The Brazilian | Grilled linguica sausage, onion sauce, jalapeño veganaise, cotija, Calabrian honey, red peppers, cilantro, potato sticks | Brioche bun |
| Dirty K-Pop Dog | Kimchi slaw, spicy gochujang mayo, scallions, crispy onions, black sesame | Brioche bun |
What Global Flavors Debut on the Fat One’s CityWalk Menu?
The Brazilian and the Dirty K-Pop Dog bring South American and Korean-inspired flavor profiles to the Fat One’s CityWalk menu.
The Brazilian pairs a grilled linguica sausage with jalapeño veganaise, cotija cheese, and Calabrian honey on a brioche bun. The Dirty K-Pop Dog leans into Korean flavors with kimchi slaw, spicy gochujang mayo, and black sesame. Neither hot dog appeared on the menu at Fat One’s earlier Florida Mall kiosk or its food truck, which built their reputations on options like Gone Hollywood and Mac Daddy instead. See the full topping breakdown via FOX 35 Orlando’s report on the announcement.
Does Fat One’s CityWalk Serve Anything Different From Its Other Locations?
Fat One’s Hot Dogs & Italian Ice adds new global hot dog flavors and a full beer list that its earlier locations did not carry.
The Brazilian and the Dirty K-Pop Dog are the clearest exclusives: both are new creations built for the CityWalk relaunch, not carryovers from the Florida Mall or food truck days. Fat One’s is also adding specialty and draft beer to the CityWalk menu, a category that was not part of the mall food court or food truck setup. The Brooklyn Flats side is likewise a name and format specific to this location. Read more about Fat One’s path to CityWalk via Hoodline’s reporting on the transition.
Here is how the three iterations of Fat One’s stack up.
| Iteration | Format | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Florida Mall Kiosk | Food court stand, opened 2016 | Closed |
| Food Truck | Mobile cart, launched 2018 | Currently operating |
| Universal CityWalk | Full quick-service restaurant, opens September 19, 2026 | Opening soon |
For a value read, the CityWalk build gives Fat One’s the biggest footprint and the broadest menu the brand has offered since Joey Fatone launched it. If you are stacking a full day of dining, OPEN also breaks down the wider shift happening across Universal CityWalk’s 2026 transformation.
How Much Does Fat One’s Cost at Universal CityWalk?
Universal Orlando has not released exact menu prices for Fat One’s Hot Dogs & Italian Ice at CityWalk as of this guide’s publish date.
Neither the official Universal Orlando announcement nor early press coverage of the September 19, 2026 opening includes a printed price list. Fat One’s Hot Dogs & Italian Ice does confirm one value detail ahead of opening day: Premier and Preferred Annual Passholders receive a discount at the register. OPEN will update this guide with confirmed prices once Universal posts the menu board.
When Does Fat One’s Open at Universal CityWalk?
Fat One’s Hot Dogs & Italian Ice opens on the upper level of Universal CityWalk on Saturday, September 19, 2026.
Fat One’s Hot Dogs & Italian Ice sits across from Antojitos Authentic Mexican Food on the upper level of the complex. The grand opening celebration starts at 10 a.m., and the first 100 guests in line receive a free hot dog served personally by Joey Fatone. Fatone and Joe Mulvihill are both scheduled to appear, and Fatone plans to stay for a limited round of photos afterward.
Guests can dine at outdoor seating near the counter or grab a hot dog to go before heading back into Universal Studios Florida or Universal Islands of Adventure. Wristbands for the free hot dog giveaway go out on a first-come, first-served basis, so arriving before 10 a.m. is the move if you want in on opening day. Universal Orlando confirmed the date and grand opening details in FOX 35 Orlando’s coverage of the announcement.
What Else Is New for Dining at Universal CityWalk?
Five Guys Burgers & Fries is also opening soon at Universal CityWalk, on the upper level across from Bread Box Handcrafted Sandwiches.
Five Guys Burgers & Fries is taking over the former Burger King Whopper Bar footprint, a space that closed on April 21, 2026 after operating as the first Whopper Bar location since 2009. The menu covers burgers, hot dogs, hand-cut fries, and milkshakes, plus a breakfast sandwich for guests heading into the parks early. Universal Orlando has not set an exact opening date for Five Guys.
Guests can reach Five Guys by taking the escalator near the CityWalk entrance or the stairs by Bigfire. Premier and Preferred Passholders get a discount here too, the same as at Fat One’s.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fat One’s Hot Dogs & Italian Ice at Universal CityWalk?
Fat One’s Hot Dogs & Italian Ice is a gourmet hot dog and Italian ice restaurant from *NSYNC’s Joey Fatone and his manager Joe Mulvihill, opening on the upper level of Universal CityWalk on September 19, 2026.
When does Fat One’s open at Universal CityWalk?
Fat One’s Hot Dogs & Italian Ice opens at Universal CityWalk on Saturday, September 19, 2026, with a grand opening celebration starting at 10 a.m.
What makes the Fat One’s CityWalk menu different from its other locations?
Fat One’s Hot Dogs & Italian Ice adds two new hot dogs, The Brazilian and the Dirty K-Pop Dog, plus specialty beer, none of which appeared at the brand’s Florida Mall kiosk or food truck.
How much do menu items cost at Fat One’s Universal CityWalk?
Fat One’s Hot Dogs & Italian Ice has not published exact prices for the Universal CityWalk menu as of this guide’s publish date, though Premier and Preferred Passholders will get a discount.
Status Brief
Fat One’s Hot Dogs & Italian Ice turns a mall food court concept into a full Universal CityWalk restaurant for the first time. The September 19, 2026 opening brings two brand-new global hot dogs, a dedicated beer list, and the brand’s signature Italian ice to a space that spent 12 years as Hot Dog Hall of Fame. Exact pricing has not been posted, so budget-conscious guests should check the menu board on-site or watch for Universal’s next update. Confirm hours and any last-minute changes through the official Discover Universal announcement before you go.
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