Dining at The Kartrite: where to eat on property
The Kartrite offers several on-site dining options for families, from a buffet breakfast/dinner at Eat.Eat.Eat. to casual poolside food at Surfside Grille and desserts at Pop’s Sweet Shoppe. Hours vary seasonally and some outlets (like Bar Mez and Surfside Grille) typically operate Thursday–Sunday, so check with the front desk for current schedules and reservations.
In this guide
- Breakfast and family buffet: Eat.Eat.Eat.
- Poolside and quick bites: Surfside Grille and Bar Mez
- Coffee, pastries and grab-and-go: The Highline
- Desserts and treats: Pop’s Sweet Shoppe
- Full-service and bar dining: Bixby’s Derby and Harvey’s Wallbanger
- Practical notes: cashless policy, dress code and reservations
Breakfast and family buffet: Eat.Eat.Eat.
Eat.Eat.Eat. is the resort’s primary buffet restaurant and the usual spot for breakfast service. The venue commonly runs a breakfast buffet (often shown as about 8:00 AM–11:00 AM on select days) and dinner buffets on select evenings.
It’s a family-focused, casual setting where guests can find continental and hot breakfast items and larger dinner buffets on scheduled nights. Because hours and service days change seasonally, confirm availability and any buffet fees at check-in.
- Typical breakfast hours listed: 8:00 AM–11:00 AM (select days)
- Dinner buffet often runs in the early evening on select nights
- Family-oriented menu with continental breakfast choices and hot items
| Meal | Typical hours (subject to change) |
|---|---|
| Breakfast buffet | 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM (select days) |
| Dinner buffet | 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM (select days) |
| Notes | Hours vary by week; check front desk |
Poolside and quick bites: Surfside Grille and Bar Mez
Surfside Grille serves casual American favorites—burgers and easy poolside dishes—convenient for guests coming straight from the waterpark. Surfside Grille typically operates Thursday–Sunday from about 12:00 PM–7:00 PM, but those days/hours can change.
Bar Mez is a mezzanine-level cocktail bar overlooking the waterpark and cabanas, offering cocktails and poolside bites; it also typically operates Thursday–Sunday 12:00 PM–7:00 PM. Bar Mez serves alcoholic and nonalcoholic options, including kid-friendly drinks like virgin daiquiris.
- Surfside Grille: casual, poolside American fare (burgers, quick plates)
- Bar Mez: mezzanine bar with cocktails and poolside snacks; kid-friendly nonalcoholic options available
- Both venues follow seasonal schedules—check the front desk before heading to the waterpark
| Venue | Typical hours |
|---|---|
| Surfside Grille | Thu–Sun, 12:00 PM–7:00 PM (subject to change) |
| Bar Mez | Thu–Sun, 12:00 PM–7:00 PM (subject to change) |
Coffee, pastries and grab-and-go: The Highline
The Highline is the resort’s coffee and grab-and-go café, useful for quick mornings or snack runs. It offers coffee, fresh pastries and light breakfast bites in a family-friendly setting.
Hours vary week to week; sample published schedules show morning openings and shorter afternoon service on some days. Ask the concierge for the current daily hours to plan early starts or waterpark mornings.
- Good choice for coffee, pastries, and sandwiches
- Hours vary—examples include morning openings and limited afternoon service
- Located for quick pick-ups before the waterpark or activities
| What to expect | Tip |
|---|---|
| Coffee & pastries | Check daily hours at front desk |
| Grab-and-go sandwiches/snacks | Ideal for early waterpark days |
| Family-friendly environment | Seating and easy access to hotel areas |
Desserts and treats: Pop’s Sweet Shoppe
Pop’s Sweet Shoppe focuses on candy, ice cream, fudge and kid-friendly sweets—an evening favorite after time in the waterpark. Published hours show evening service (for example 5:00 PM–10:00 PM, and later on some weekend nights).
Because it’s primarily a treat shop rather than a full-service restaurant, Pop’s is a good option for families looking for dessert or a quick sugar fix after activities.
- Candy, ice cream, fudge and other sweets
- Typical evening hours—often opens around 5:00 PM and can stay later on weekends
- Not a full meal option, but great for post-waterpark treats
| Offerings | Typical hours |
|---|---|
| Ice cream & sundaes | Evenings (sample 5:00 PM–10:00 PM) |
| Candy & fudge | Evening hours; weekends may be later |
| Kid-focused treats | Good stop after waterpark or dinner |
Full-service and bar dining: Bixby’s Derby and Harvey’s Wallbanger
Bixby’s Derby is the resort’s sit-down restaurant offering shareable starters, seafood, roasted chicken, steaks and a kids menu. It’s positioned as a fuller-service dining option in the lobby area; reservations are recommended for Bixby’s.
Harvey’s Wallbanger is described as a casual American-style bar and eatery serving pizza, wings, craft beers and cocktails. Its location near the arcade makes it convenient for parents who want to dine while children play.
- Bixby’s Derby: fine sit-down dining, reservations recommended (hours vary)
- Harvey’s Wallbanger: casual bar fare and pizza, useful for families and groups
- Both venues operate on schedules that can change—confirm hours and reservation needs at the front desk
| Venue | Style |
|---|---|
| Bixby’s Derby | Full-service, sit-down dinner; reservations recommended |
| Harvey’s Wallbanger | Casual bar and pub fare, pizza and wings |
Practical notes: cashless policy, dress code and reservations
The Kartrite is a 100% cashless resort. Major credit and debit cards are accepted for dining, activities and incidentals—bring a card or use your guest wristband/room account for purchases.
Public dining areas require shirts, shoes and swimsuit cover-ups. Because many outlets follow seasonal schedules or close on certain weekdays, reservations are recommended for full-service restaurants and larger groups.
- Cashless property—use cards or your wristband room charge
- Dress code: shirts, shoes and swimsuit cover-ups required in public dining areas
- Check the front desk for daily hours and to make reservations
| Policy | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Cashless resort | Bring credit/debit card or use room charges for dining |
| Dress code | Maintains comfort/health standards in public areas |
| Variable hours | Confirm with front desk to avoid closed kitchens |
