Eat & Shop at the Zoo
Prime Meridian Cafe
The Prime Meridian Café is in the heart of ZooNorth, next to the The Grove. This café includes ample indoor seating, with tables on an outdoor deck that overlooks the flamingo pond. Food options include sandwiches, salads, burgers, pizza, and more. Don’t forget to pick up a reusable conservation cup featuring zoo animals and facts — it can be refilled for a discount at many Zoo restaurants! Eaters with dietary restrictions will find:
- gluten-free options
- low-carb options
- vegetarian options
Serengeti Grill
Gourmet burgers, kids’ meals, salads & chicken sandwiches. Eat with the lions in The Gregg Hudson Giants of the Savanna! Peer into the lions’ den through the floor-to-ceiling observation window while you’re dining on gourmet burgers and fries. An outdoor seating area overlooks the elephants in Giants of the Savanna.
Safari Marketplace
Located in the Wilds of Africa Plaza, the Zoo’s newest spot, Safari Marketplace, offers a wide variety of bites and sips. From house-smoked traditional Texas barbecue to old favorites, there’s something to satisfy everyone’s cravings. Take a break and enjoy a meal in our new dining hub, with all outdoor seating, before you journey out to see our hungry hippos.
Gift Shop
Take a piece of the Zoo home with you! Our Gift Shop is your one-stop destination for unique Zoo souvenirs, including plush animals, apparel, and keepsakes to commemorate your visit. Explore our collection of sustainable items, like Zoo Poo, an eco-friendly compost that can help enrich your soil. Each purchase helps our conservation efforts. Stop by on your next visit to find treasures to take home and support sustainability practices.
Other Options
We have several snack stands throughout the Zoo where you can purchase things like ice cream, pretzels, Dippin’ Dots, cotton candy, popcorn, sodas, beer, and more!
Pack a Picnic! You may bring your own food and drinks, although glass items, alcoholic beverages, and lightweight, single-use straws are not permitted for the safety of our animals. Picnic tables and benches are available throughout the Zoo. Please keep in mind that no facilities are available for food or cooler storage.