Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville – American
Step into a vibrant tropical escape where the spirit of a permanent vacation comes alive through breezy island decor and the rhythmic clinking of salt-rimmed margarita glasses. The kitchen serves up a playful array of coastal-inspired comfort, from towering mountains of Volcano Nachos layered with melted cheese to zesty Ahi Poke that brings a fresh, seaside flair to the table. It is a lively sanctuary where the worries of the mainland melt away over shared plates of crispy fried pickles and zesty Key West quesadillas, making every visit feel like a sun-drenched afternoon in paradise.
100, Universal City Plaza, Universal City, CA, 91608 +18186227833 https://www.margaritavillehollywoodca.com0Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville
Dairy-Free at Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville
Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville in Universal City has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mixed Green Salad Side, Lava Lava Shrimp and Green Beans. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville
Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville in Universal City has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mixed Green Salad Side and Lava Lava Shrimp. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville
Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville in Universal City has 18 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Caesar Salad Side, Cajun Cod Sandwich and Fried Pickles. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville
Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville in Universal City has 5 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Beach Club, Cheeseburger In Paradise and Traditional Wings. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville
Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville in Universal City has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Grilled Chicken Breast. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville
Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville in Universal City has 12 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mixed Green Salad Side, Green Beans and House-Made Guacamole. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville
Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville in Universal City has 20 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Pickles, Mixed Green Salad Side and Tomato Basil Pasta. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville
Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville in Universal City has 4 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mixed Green Salad Side, Green Beans and Blackened Salmon. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Jimmy’s Jammin Jambalaya | 78.4 g | 77.7 g |
| Taco Salad | 0 g | 76.6 g |
| Beach Club | 29.8 g | 66.8 g |
| Key West Chicken Quesadilla | 90 g | 65.6 g |
| Caribbean Blackened Salmon Salad | 81.4 g | 46.4 g |
| Caribbean BBQ Chicken Sandwich | 142.1 g | 44.6 g |
| Traditional Wings | 2.2 g | 39.8 g |
| Rancho Deluxe Burger | 40.7 g | 35.1 g |
| Tropical Fun | 61.9 g | 33.1 g |
| Ahi Poke Nachos | 76.7 g | 32.2 g |
| Boneless Chicken Bites | 7 g | 31.9 g |
| Beach Tacos | 67.2 g | 28.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- House-Made Guacamole: Tortilla chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Onion Rings: Crispy beer battered onion rings, creamy island BBQ sauce, cool avocado ranch Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ahi Poke Nachos: Avocado, crispy wontons, shaved jalapeños, togarashi sauce, cilantro, green onions, sesame seeds Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Boneless Chicken Bites: Buffalo sauce, Veggie chips Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Traditional Wings: Buffalo sauce, Veggie chips Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Key West Chicken Quesadilla: Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, guacamole, pico de gallo, sour cream, griddled flour tortilla Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Volcano Nachos: Tortilla chips layered with chili, cheese, pico de gallo, fresh guacamole, sour cream and jalapeños Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spinach & Artichoke Dip: Cheddar and jack cheese, tortilla chips Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Pickles: Dill pickles battered and fried golden brown, served with avocado ranch Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chips & Queso: Queso and tortilla chips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lava Lava Shrimp: Crispy shrimp, Thai chili sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Soup & Salads
- Chicken Caesar Salad: Hearts of romaine, Cajun chicken, fried onions, house-made croutons, Parmesan, creamy Caesar dressing Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Taco Salad: Chopped greens, volcano chili, cheddar, Monterey Jack, guacamole, pico de gallo, sour cream, tortilla chips, cilantro lime ranch Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tortilla Soup: Lime crema, crispy tortilla strips, cilantro Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caribbean Blackened Salmon Salad: Mixed greens, avocado, cucumbers, mango, red peppers, queso fresco, crispy tortilla strips, passion fruit vinaigrette Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Volcano Chili - Cup: House-made beef and black bean chili, sour cream, cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Volcano Chili - Bowl: House-made beef and black bean chili, sour cream, cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Cajun Cod Sandwich: Blackened cod, lettuce, tomato, jalapeno tartar sauce, cilantro lime coleslaw, toasted brioche bun, served with french fries Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Key West Black Bean Wrap: Avocado, black beans, cucumbers, mango, red peppers, crispy tortilla strips, queso fresco, mixed greens, passion fruit vinaigrette, flour tortilla, served with french fries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bikini Wrap: Black forest ham, roasted chicken, bacon, tomatoes, Swiss cheese, lettuce, paradise island sauce, flour tortilla, served with french fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caribbean BBQ Chicken Sandwich: Grilled chicken breast, pepper jack cheese, lettuce, tomato, crispy onion, mango salsa, roasted jalapeño, toasted brioche bun, served with french fries Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Po’ Boy: Breaded shrimp, lettuce, pickles, diced tomatoes, Thai chili sauce, Cuban loaf, served with french fries Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cuban Sandwich: Black forest ham, roasted pulled pork, dill pickles, Swiss, mustard, pressed in a Cuban loaf, served with french fries Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beach Club: Black forest ham, roasted chicken, bacon, tomatoes, Swiss cheese, lettuce, toasted country white bread, Dijon aioli, served with french fries Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
Burgers in Paradise
- Beyond Burger Paradise: Beyond Burger patty, tomatoes, pickles, vegan American cheese, lettuce, vegan paradise island sauce, toasted vegan bun, served with french fries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheeseburger In Paradise: 100% premium beef, tomatoes, pickles, American cheese, lettuce, paradise island sauce, served with french fries Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Double Cheeseburger In Paradise: Double stacked beef patty, tomatoes, pickles, American cheese, lettuce, paradise island sauce, served with french fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rancho Deluxe Burger: Bacon, tomatoes, pickles, Monterey Jack cheese, lettuce, ranch, served with french fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheddar BBQ Burger: Bacon, fried onions, lettuce, BBQ sauce, BBQ mayo, served with french fries Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Entrees
- Tomato Basil Pasta: Cavatappi, vegan tomato basil pesto, cherry tomatoes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Cream Pasta: Garlic cream sauce, cavatappi Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tropical Steak Frites: Flat iron steak, mixed green salad, 57 tropical steak sauce, french fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jimmy’s Jammin Jambalaya: Sausage, chicken, shrimp, Cajun rice, spicy broth Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burrito Bowl: Choice of marinated carne asada or simmered chicken tinga, Mexican red rice, black beans, lime crema sauce, shredded lettuce, queso fresco, tortilla strips, pico de gallo, guacamole, cilantro Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish Tacos: Crispy fried in LandShark batter, avocado, cilantro lime coleslaw, key lime crema, mazina tortilla, black beans, rice, pico de gallo Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blackened Salmon: Island rice, mango salsa, black beans Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Landshark Lager Fish & Chips: Hand-dipped in LandShark batter, jalapeño tartar sauce, cilantro lime coleslaw, french fries Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Barbecue Ribs: Slow cooked baby back ribs, house bbq sauce, french fries, cilantro lime coleslaw Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Coconut Shrimp: Horseradish-orange marmalade, cilantro lime coleslaw, french fries Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken Breast: Marinated and seasoned with special blend of spices, mango salsa, island rice, fire-roasted corn Dietary tags: Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beach Tacos: Choice of marinated carne asada or simmered chicken tinga, queso fresco, black beans, rice, lime crema, guacamole, pico de gallo Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Black Beans & Rice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Green Beans Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad Side Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mixed Green Salad Side Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Mojito: Don Q Silver Rum, fresh lime juice, mint, splash of club soda
- Tranquil Waters: Cruzan Mango Rum, blue curaçao, pineapple juice, mango Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Incommunicado: Margaritaville gold tequila, Don Q silver rum, vodka, gin, triple sec, fresh lime juice, cranberry and pineapple juice, splash of grenadine Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Lightnin' Strike: Ole Smoky White Lightnin’ moonshine, Sailor Jerry spiced rum, Don Q 151 rum, agave nectar, pineapple and orange juices, fresh lime juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
- 5 o'Clock Somewhere: Don Q silver & 151 rum, passion fruit tequila, grenadine, fresh lime, pineapple and orange juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Zombie: Don Q silver rum, Don Q 151 rum, apricot brandy, fresh lime juice, orange and pineapple juices
- One Particular Harbour: Blue Chair spiced coconut rum, Cruzan vanilla rum, pineapple juice, blueberry pomegranate purèe Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Bahama Mama: Don Q spiced and coconut rums, banana liquor, guava, grenadine, fresh lime, pineapple and orange juices
- Bama Breeze: Cruzan vanilla rum, Don Q silver rum, orange juice, coconut, mango purée Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Tropical Fun: Don Q Silver Rum, blended with strawberry, banana and mango purées Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Lectin-Free
- Havanas & Bananas: Druzan Aged Rum, banana liqueur, Bailey’s Irish cream, piña colada mix Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Who's To Blame Margarita: Margaritaville Gold Tequila, agave nectar, fresh lime juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal, Juice-Cleanse
- Perfect Margarita: Margaritaville Gold and Silver Tequila, triple sec, orange curacao, fresh squeezed lime juice and agave nectar
- Cadillac Margarita: Patron Silver, Cointreau, Gran Gala, agave nectar, fresh lime juice
Frequently Asked Questions about Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville
- Is Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mixed Green Salad Side, Lava Lava Shrimp and Green Beans.
- What can I eat at Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville on a dairy-free diet?
- Mixed Green Salad Side, Lava Lava Shrimp and Green Beans carry the dairy-free tag, out of 5 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville have vegan options?
- Yes. 12 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Mixed Green Salad Side and Green Beans.
- Is Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville gluten-free?
- 2 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville?
- Jimmy’s Jammin Jambalaya, at roughly 77.7g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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