As all true Potterheads (Harry Potter super fans) know, there’s many a tasty treat on offer in the wizarding world. Is it any wonder then that a plethora of spellbinding snacks inspired by the Potterverse have made their way into real life? Here’s our round-up of the best Harry Potter foods to eat around the globe, from the classic Butterbeer concoction to a potent Polyjuice Potion and an edible Golden Snitch.
Ask the bartender for an Accio Surprisō at The Sorcerer's Bar in Adelaide, Australia, and who knows what you'll get – they magic up a surprise cocktail every time. Several other Harry Potter-themed drinks are served at this tiny, sorcery-themed spot, including Half Blood Sangria and Polyjuice Potion, which comes presented in a cauldron.
A bewitching array of Potter-inspired food and drinks are on offer at this enchanting one-of-a-kind café bookshop, including Moony’s Chocolate Mousse, OWL Toast and Molly’s Cauldron Cake (a charming nod to the Weasley matriarch). Fans with an especially sweet tooth should seize the opportunity to stock up on Butterbeer-flavoured chocolate bars and chewy candies, too.
We can easily imagine Harry tucking into this hearty waffle sandwich after a particularly exhausting Quidditch match. Packed full of avocado, bacon, spinach, tomato and mayo, the Avocad-abra is a menu favourite at themed dining hall Lumos and Nox in Ontario, Canada.
The menu at whimsical Harry Potter-inspired spot The Magic in Budapest isn`t short on spellbinding options. From the Famous Magic Waffles to the Wizard Kids’ Food, not forgetting Hambgrid’s Giant Burger, there’s something for every hungry Muggle here. The Elves Delicacy, featuring a trio of burgers topped with magic sauce, is a particularly popular option.
The menu at El Mesón de los 3 Magos in Mexico is packed with Potter-themed options, from drinks to desserts, as well as main meals. The (thankfully owl free) Hedwig Burger brings Potter fans a generous helping of grilled bison meat nestled in a fluffy brioche bun and topped with bacon, lettuce, tomato, Cheddar and pickles.
At Platform 1094, a Potter-themed café in Singapore known for its theatrical food and drinks, you can tuck into the Charing Cross Road prime rib-eye. Served with brown sauce, grilled corn, broccoli, onion and mashed beetroot, this is the sort of dish that could help fuel any magical duel.
Another favourite from Platform 1094, this feast of meal (dreamt up by House Elves, no less) features buttercream-poached pork ribs drizzled with pesto mayo and served with grilled corn, broccoli, onion, pickled beetroot and mashed potatoes. In short, it’s the sort of dish that would make Dobby proud.
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Just like Harry was no ordinary boy, this is no ordinary soup. At Platform 1094, the vibrantly coloured beetroot and carrot soup comes served in a cauldron-like bowl, accompanied by an edible magic wand (read breadstick). With a bit of imagination, this rich and flavoursome broth could well give you magical powers.
Shh… this particular potion is Platform 1094’s secret recipe. Non-alcoholic and creamy, Mr Lich’s Butterscotch Ale is said to be a fun twist on the traditional Potterhead drink of choice, Butterbeer. Just the thing for sipping by the fireplace in the Gryffindor Common Room, the café also serves an alcoholic version of the drink in the form of Mr Lich’s Flaming Brew, for those who fancy a tipple with a bit more punch.
The chocolate frog is arguably one of the most famous snacks from the Hogwarts Express lunch trolley. This riff on the idea is made from milk chocolate and, just like in the movie, comes packaged in a classic violet and gold Honeydukes box with a collectable wizard card. Fans will love reading about Godric Griffindor, Albus Dumbledore, Gilderoy Lockhart or Rowena Ravenclaw while they enjoy their sweet treat.
Ready for an eye-popping treat? These white chocolate sweets have a real kick to them. Filled with orange and pineapple flavoured truffle, they contain candies that crackle and fizz on your tongue, creating an explosive sensation. For those up for the challenge, they’re available to buy from Honeydukes as part of the Warner Bros. Studio Tour London.
If you've always fancied trying Bertie Bott’s Every Flavour Beans, the curious confectionery from the lunch trolley on board the Hogwarts Express, here’s your chance. With 20 flavours, from marshmallow and tutti-frutti to grass and earwax, you could end up with either a delicious –or disgusting – jellybean bite. Available at the Warner Bros. Studio Tour London, they're perfect for keeping kids entertained, too.
Located on The Shambles, the street said to be the inspiration for Diagon Alley, The Shop That Must Not Be Named is packed full of Harry Potter memorabilia, much of it edible. The Wizards Magic chocolate bars come in an array of interesting flavours: tea, wolfberry, coffee, toffee and Manuka honey included. Perfect for sweet-toothed sorcerers.
Have you ever dreamt of catching your very own Golden Snitch? Well, now’s your chance. This magical gift shop in York sells a solid milk chocolate sphere moulded to resemble the nifty gleaming ball. It comes with a Quidditch rules sheet too, making it a lovely keepsake for a Harry Potter fan.
Say “Accio” to these edible chocolate wands, shaped to resemble those of Harry, Dumbledore, Ron and Hermione. Potter’s wand, in particular, is a dead ringer for his 11-inch, phoenix feather holly wand. Rattle off a few spells before tucking into these tasty treats.
The Department Of Magic in Edinburgh is the place to go for a truly Potter-esque experience. Head to the Magic Potions Tavern and order The Dark Lord, a beguiling mix of dark rum, Malibu, Curacao and pineapple juice (with juicy brains and bone fragments). There's also cocktail making classes and an escape room on offer here.
There’s no beverage more iconic in the Potterverse than Butterbeer. Available at Universal Studio's The Fountain of Fair Fortune, you can choose between boozy and non-alcoholic varieties. A fan-favourite, this smooth beverage is the perfect blend of shortbread and butterscotch flavours. If you've got a sweet tooth, you'll enjoy every sip.
Butterbeer aficionados will love this butterscotch-hued creamy custard also from Universal Studios. Inspired by British clotted cream, Butterbeer Potted Cream is served drizzled with a salty, buttery sauce and presented in a mason jar. A dollop of whipped cream adds a final dash of indulgence.
Universal Studios’ pumpkin-flavoured No-Melt ice cream is made from swirls of thick, sunset orange icing and comes topped with a ginger snap cookie. As the name suggests (and Potterheads will attest), this 'ice cream' won't melt, making it just the thing to enjoy in the sunshine while strolling through Diagon Alley. You can find it at Honeydukes, the legendary sweet shop in Hogsmeade at Universal Studios.
Whether you’re a fan of practical jokes or not, the Skiving Snack Box from Weasleys’ Wizard Wheezes is a must-try. Packed full with the likes of Fainting Fancies, Nosebleed Nougat, Puking Pastilles and Fever Fudge, the snacks pay homage to inventions created by the Weasley twins to help students look poorly enough to skive school. Don't worry though, you’ll experience no ill effects from tucking into these goodies.
The Serum of Loose Lips cocktail is inspired by Veritaserum, a powerful truth draught used in the Pottersphere to make wizards reveal their deepest, darkest secrets. Available at The Cauldron in New York, a stylish bar that celebrates all things supernatural, it contains a heady mix of vodka, Aperol, peach, vanilla, lemon and milk.
A twist on the wizarding world’s favorite drink, the ButterBrew is a butterscotch-flavoured, sweet cream-topped beverage created by the roasters at Bad Owl Coffee. It’s also caffeine and alcohol free, meaning that Harry Potter fans of all ages can enjoy it.
If you find yourself in Hanoi and in need of a delicious elixir, Always Coffee & Butterbeer is the place to go and Polyjuice Potion is the drink to order. While the ice-blended tipple with its hints of strawberry, peach and mint might not transform you into another person, it will certainly leave you feeling refreshed.
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