Where to eat in Thorpe Park: A parent’s guide to feeding the troops, without losing your sanity.
Alright fellow thrill seekers and snack sherpas, let’s talk about the real theme park rollercoaster, keeping everyone fed and happy during a day at Thorpe Park.
Whether you’re dealing with picky eaters, snack monsters, or hungry teens who “literally cannot go on another ride until I eat,” finding the right food spot can make or break your visit. So, here’s our family tested guide to where to eat in Thorpe Park, what it costs, what to expect, and who it’s best for!
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Restaurants and Kiosks
1. Amity Kebabs & Pizza: For the Slice Lovers
Location: Amity area (near Tidal Wave).
What they serve: Freshly made pizzas, garlic bread, drinks and sides. Think Pizza Hut vibes but theme park style.
Why its a good choice:
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Big portions, perfect for sharing
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Pizzas are quick, tasty and filling
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Indoor seating if you need a breather
Pricing is between: £5 to £20 for per meal
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Individual pizza slices
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Whole pizza (feeds 2 to 3)
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Meal deals available with drink and side
Best for: Families who want something sharable and filling without messing about. Great for splitting with siblings or feeding hungry teens with zero fuss.
2. Boulevard Bites: Sit Down & Refuel
Location: Big easy Boulevard
What they serve: Loaded fries, hot dogs with vegetarian options. Slushie drinks and fizzy drinks.
Why we love it:
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Grab and go spots
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Quick meal but will keep you full for a long period
Price range is between: £5 to £20 per meal
Best for: Families who want to grab and go so you can back to the rides.
3. Tacotaria: For the Adventurous Eaters
Location: The Dock Yard
What they serve: Burritos, tacos, nachos, churros, Mexican-style goodness.
Why we love it:
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Flavour packed and a bit different from the usual burger/pizza rotation
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Decent veggie options
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Great for sharing a nacho mountain
Price range is between: £4 to £20 per meal
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Burrito, options such as chicken, beef, meatless and naked burrito options
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Nacho, picks with salsa, guacamole, cheese and more
Best for: Families with slightly older kids or teens who love trying new food. Or for parents who want something with a bit of kick!
4. Burger King: The Reliable Favourite
Location: Near The Dome (main entrance area)
What they serve: You know the drill, burgers, fries, chicken nuggets, kids meals.
Why we love it:
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Familiar menu equals zero arguments
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Great if someone in the family is a picky eater
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Kids know what to expect, and will eat it without a fuss
Price range is between: £5 – £15 per meal
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Adult meals, consist of the whopper, chicken royal, loaded fries, double bacon burger and more
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Kids meals consist of, burgers, nuggets, fries and more
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Sides and snacks consist of fries, onion fries and chicken fries
Best for: Tired families who just want something easy and predictable. Great fallback if everyone’s too hungry to negotiate.
5. Spice Kitchen
Location: Near The Jungle
What they serve: You know the drill, curries, rice, naan bread, and noodles.
Why we love it:
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A little bit of spice for something different at a theme park
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They have bread, rice and plain noodles for little picky eaters
- They got bubble tea which is a nice little twist
Price range is between: £7 to £20 per meal
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Adult meals, consist of chicken tikka masala, spicey chicken wraps, chicken korma with rice
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Kids meals consist of, naan bread, plain rice and noodles, chips
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Sides and snacks consist of meat and veg samosas, onion bhaji, soft drinks and beers
Best for: Great for families who love spicey Indian food.
6. Cape Cod Fish and Chips
Location: Near the Amity Cove Area
What they serve: Fish, chips, sausage, scampi, pie, fish fingers
Why we love it:
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Something familiar so the kiddies should be happy with this pick
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It’s like bringing the seaside to Thorpe Park
Price range is between: £7 to £20 per meal
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Adult meals, consist of fish and chips, pie and chips, scampi and chips, mushy peas
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Kids meals consist of, sausage and chips, pie and chips, fish finger sandwich
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Sides and snacks consist of mushy peas, chips, sauces and drinks
Best for: Great for families who want to have a taste of the seaside
7. Last Call Café
Location: Near the Dock Yard
What they serve: Tea, coffee, sandwiches, pastries, cakes and salads
Why we love it:
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Well firstly its the coffee top up of course
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Sweet treats like cake… Yay!
- Grab a quick sandwich for a light snack and many gluten free options.
Price range is between: £7 to £20 per meal
Best for: Great for families who want to a quick snack to chew whilst walking to the next ride
8. Veggie Box
Location: Near The Dock Yard
What they serve: Salad rice bowls, open wraps, and bean burgers
Why we love it:
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Great for vegetarians
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Freshly made on the spot
- Amazing gluten free options
Price range is between: £10 to £20 per meal
- Sides and snacks consist of meat or veg samosas, onion bhaji, soft drinks and beers
Best for: Great for vegetarian families or families who require gluten free options.
9. Pizza and Pasta Buffet
Location: Near The Jungle
What they serve: Pizza, macaroni, salad, pasta, drinks
Why we love it:
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Simple food that children are generally happy with
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Quick and easy with a buffet style and sit down
Price range is between: £15 to £20 per meal
Best for: Great for families who want something quick and easy that the kids won’t fuss over
10. KFC
Location: Near The Nemesis Inferno
What they serve: Fried chicken, chicken burgers, chicken wraps, fries, coleslaw
Why we love it:
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Something the whole family may be familiar with
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Easy to choose from menu
Price range is between: £5 to £20 per meal
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Family options: Sharing buckets, and box meals
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Kids meals consist of, chicken burgers, corn on cob, chicken fillet or popcorn chicken
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Sides and snacks consist of fries, coleslaw, corn on cob, chicken wings and popcorn chicken
Best for: Great for families who want to eat something they may familiar with
11. Colossus Hot Dogs
Location: Near The Lost City
What they serve: Hot dogs (meat and veggie options), fries, and drinks
Why we love it:
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Food the whole family may be familiar with
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Easy to choose from menu
Price range is between: £5 to £20 per meal
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Meal deals which consist of a hot dog of your choice, fries and a drink
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Hot drinks, fizzy drinks and slushies
- Snack such as crisps
Best for: Great for families who love hot dogs
12. Vibes Bar and Kitchen
Location: Inside The Dome
What they serve: Breakfast, salads, wraps, curries, starters, burgers, milkshakes, and deserts
Why we love it:
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Great for restaurant vibes
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Full on menu with starters, mains and deserts
- Didn’t get to fuel up at home. Don’t worry this beauty serves breakfast
Price range is between: £5 to £20 per meal
Best for: Great for families who like restaurant vibes, as you can get starters, mains and deserts under one roof!
Sweet Treats
13. Donut Factory: For the Sweet Treat Stop
Location: Amity Cove
What they serve: Fresh hot donuts, ice cream, hot chocolate, coffee and other sugary delights.
Why we love it:
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The smell alone will pull you in
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Donuts made fresh and warm, actual theme park heaven
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Great mid afternoon pick me up
Pricing starts from: £3 to £10
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4 mini donuts
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8 donuts (sharable)
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Ice cream
Best for: Sweet treat lovers (aka everyone), or parents needing a coffee and peace for five minutes while the kids demolish a donut or two
Beverages
14. Camden Junction Bar
Location: The Dock Yard
What they serve: Beers, cocktails, wines, mocktails non alcoholic beverages and snacks
Why we love it:
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Refreshing cold drinks
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Some snack options
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Great for kids and adults
Pricing starts from: £3 to £10
Best for: thirsty families who want alcohol and non alcoholic drinks
15. Costa Coffee Shack
Location: Port and Basecamp
What they serve: Serve costa coffee, hot chocolate, cakes, paninis and sandwiches
Why we love it:
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Parents the smell of coffee will be calling you
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Freshly made sandwiched and paninis
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Great option for a quick snack
Pricing starts from: £3 to £20
Best for: Great for coffee lovers and for those who want a warm hot chocolate with some cake
16. Calypso Bar
Location: Amity Cove
What they serve: Fresh hot donuts, ice cream, hot chocolate, coffee and other sugary delights.
Why we love it:
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The smell alone will pull you in
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Donuts made fresh and warm, actual theme park heaven
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Great mid afternoon pick me up
Pricing starts from: £3 to £10
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4 mini donuts
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8 donuts (sharable)
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Ice cream
Best for: Sweet treat lovers (aka everyone), or parents needing a coffee and peace for five minutes while the kids demolish a donut or two.
17. Bubble Tea Bar
Location: The Jungle
What they serve: Bubble teas
Why we love it:
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Bubble teas are a great desert twist
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The chewy fruit balls are the best part to it
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You get fun Taiwan culture inside Thorpe Park – it’s a win to us!
Pricing starts from: £3 to £10
Best for: Bubble tea fanatics like some of us at Fun Across the World
18. Picnic Pro Tip: Bring Your Own!
Thorpe Park technically discourages large picnic setups, but you can bring your own food and eat at one of the many outdoor picnic tables dotted around the park. Keep it simple, think sandwiches, crisps, fruit, cartons, and snacks.
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Best for: Budget conscious families or kids with allergies/preferences
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Bonus: Less queueing, more chilling
Tip: Pack a few frozen Capri-Suns in the morning, they’ll be cold and slushy by the afternoon!
19. A Quick Word on Meal Deals & Passholder Discounts
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If you have a Thorpe Park Annual Pass, you’ll get up to 20% off food and drink in most outlets, woohoo!
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Some restaurants offer meal deals (main, drink and snack) which are good value if you’re feeding older kids or teens.
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Refillable drink bottles are available for around £10 to £12 and can save money if your crew is full of thirsty ones.
20. Final Thoughts: Feeding Time Doesn’t Have to Be a Fiasco
Look, we know theme park days can be exhausting. Everyone’s excited, overstimulated, and one wrong snack choice away from a full blown meltdown. But Thorpe Park actually has some solid food options, whether you’re all about burgers, burritos, or donuts the size of your face.
Our advice – plan ahead, decide roughly when you’ll eat and where, and don’t be afraid to mix it up with a picnic or a cheeky sweet treat mid afternoon.
Now go forth, fuel up, and conquer the coasters with a happy, well fed crew. You’ve got this!
We would love to know your eating habits when out at Thorpe Park. Let us know in the comments below.
P.S. You can also check out our blog on Thorpe Park ticket prices HERE. Always good to know!