Chow down and fill up with these over-the-top food challenges in Orlando.

Pack your comfy pants and settle in for a supersized foodie adventure in Orlando, a must-visit destination for food lovers with seemingly endless MICHELIN Guide restaurants, celebrity chefs and James Beard Award nominees. We’ve rounded up some of the best food challenges in town, from monster burgers and meat platters to an annual ramen challenge that brings the heat.

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Try your luck to earn free meals, swag or bragging rights, then stick around to explore even more jumbo dishes that are perfect for sharing. Test your taste buds, gird your loins and dive in with some of the most intense gastronomic experiences in Orlando.

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Win a Prize: Official Food Challenges

Step right up, chow down and win a prize with these epic food challenges in Orlando. Timers are a must, and epic prizes await.

Dragon’s Breath Challenge at DOMU

Serious foodies only need apply for the DOMU Dragon’s Breath Challenge, one of the hottest and most elusive food challenges in town. This one-day-only spicy ramen feast features Dragon’s Breath chilis tested at 2.48 million Scoville units — hotter even than the Carolina Reaper pepper.

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If you can finish the bowl in 30 minutes or less and survive a five-minute post-meal “burn period” without liquids, you’ll score a free dinner, a special T-shirt and a place of honor on the MICHELIN Bib Gourmand restaurant’s victory wall in Audubon Park. The challenge is hosted annually in late October or early November.

Dick’s Big Meat Challenge at Dick’s Last Resort

Dick’s Last Resort at Pointe Orlando serves up jumbo-size fare with free insults and sass that will have your whole table laughing. Prepare for chaos as you chow down on Dick’s Big Meat Challenge, comprised of two large steaks, a 12-inch hot dog, a full Macho Nacho appetizer, a double portion of cheddar mashed potatoes, a double order of broccoli, and a house salad in case you’re feeling a little dainty. It’s all free, assuming you can finish the feast within one hour.

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24 Bowl Challenge at Twenty Pho Hour

Think you can slurp down three enormous portions of pho in an hour or less? Then head to Twenty Pho Hour, a MICHELIN Recommended, 2D noodle bar on International Drive. Their 24 Bowl Challenge is loaded with beef broth, rice noodles, a chef’s selection of proteins, three fried eggs and aromatics like onion, garlic, cilantro and lime. No free meals here, but you will get some free swag and a permanent spot on their Wall of Fame if you finish the bowl in time.

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The Ex-Wife Challenge at The Whole Enchilada

It seemed like a good idea at the time — that’s the inspiration behind this 6-pound burrito challenge at The Whole Enchilada, a playful Mexican restaurant in downtown Winter Garden. It comes loaded with Mexican rice, black or pinto beans, jack and cheddar cheese, pico de gallo, guacamole, lettuce, sour cream, red mole sauce, crema, fresh cilantro, and your choice of protein, all served with a generous side of tortilla chips. Finish it in 45 minutes or less to score a T-shirt, bragging rights and a free meal.

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The Haymaker Challenge at The Hangry Bison

Also in Winter Garden, American eatery The Hangry Bison has a culinary challenge that’s not for the faint of heart. The Haymaker is a super-loaded, triple-patty burger crafted with bison, short rib and Italian sausage. The patties are smothered in bacon jam, topped with fried onions, bacon, jalapeños, pepper jack cheese and bourbon sauce, tucked between two grilled cheese sandwiches, and served with a sea of fries. Finish it within 30 minutes to win a free T-shirt. You can also take this tasty challenge at The Hangry Bison in Winter Park, 20 minutes north of downtown Orlando.

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Teak Challenge at Teak Neighborhood Grill

One of Orlando’s best-known food challenges, the classic Teak Challenge at Teak Neighborhood Grill features not one, but two enormous burgers. No, not two patties. Two entire burgers. The duo includes two full pounds of beef, 27 combined slices of Swiss, American and Provolone cheese, 24 slices of smoked bacon, two fried mozzarella rounds and four beer battered onion rings, plus lettuce, chili, queso, pickled jalapenos, brioche buns and a side of your choosing. If you can demolish the duo in 45 minutes or less, the meal is free and you get a spot on their wall of fame.

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Double D Challenge at Beth’s Burger Bar

The winner of multiple Best Burger Awards in Orlando, Beth’s Burger Bar boasts a full menu of burgers priced under $10. Their famous Double D Challenge is easy on the wallet as well, featuring four beef patties, eight slices of bacon and five slices of cheese under $20. Enjoy it piled high with grilled onions and mushrooms, pickles, lettuce, jalapeños and more flavorful fixings. The challenge: Finish your meal in under 10 minutes to win a free champion’s T-shirt.

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Challenge Yourself: More Supersized Orlando Eats

You won’t get a prize for finishing these jumbo treats, but if it’s mega foodie fun you’re after, these eye-popping sweets and savory eats are sure to satisfy your cravings.

The Biggest Lobster Roll in Florida at The Nauti Lobstah

Think you can handle the biggest lobster roll in Florida? Try your luck at The Nauti Lobstah, where you can chow down on a 2-foot lobster roll packed with 2 pounds of sweet Maine lobster. Add another full or half pound of lobster to your feast to make this the largest commercially available lobster roll in the world. Enjoy this savory feast New England Style (cold with herbed mayo and lettuce) or Connecticut-style (warm with drawn butter), or go “Half and Half” to try it both ways.

The Kitchen Sink at Beaches & Cream Soda Shop

Beaches & Cream is a nostalgic ice cream and soda shop at Disney’s Beach Club Resort. They offer classic diner fare like burgers, milkshakes and cheesy tots, but if you’re reading this, you’re probably more interested in the legendary Kitchen Sink.

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This massive sundae features 8 scoops of ice cream — single and double scoops of vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, cookies ‘n cream, and mint chocolate chip — absolutely smothered with every topping on hand. We’re talking hot fudge, peanut butter, SNICKERS® pieces, a fresh-baked brownie and anything else you can imagine, all topped with an entire can of whipped cream and served with fanfare and applause.

3-Foot Taco Board at Kavas Tacos + Tequila

Twelve tacos. One board. It’s always a good time at Kavas Tacos + Tequila at Pointe Orlando, where the 3-Foot Taco Board is just one of many showstopping culinary offerings. The basic board includes four each of the grilled chicken, carne asada and “school” tacos, with premium options like quesabirria, ribeye or lobster tacos also available. It’s a dish that can satisfy the whole table — if you feel like sharing, that is.

Sundae el Carnaval at Kavas Tacos + Tequila

Also noteworthy is Kava’s Sundae el Carnaval. This ultra-shareable treat features scoops of vanilla, chocolate and salted caramel ice cream topped with churros, brownies, cookies, hot fudge, caramel, whipped cream, toasted marshmallows and a generous heap of sprinkles.

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The Kitchen Sink Cake at Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando

There’s no need to choose between ice cream, cake or cookies at Hard Rock Hotel® at Universal Orlando. Simply head to The Kitchen, where the legendary Kitchen Sink cake reigns supreme. This towering confection features seven layers of brownie, peanut butter creme, chocolate chunk cookie, red velvet cake, vanilla cheesecake, chocolate devil’s food cake and vanilla chiffon cake, plus chocolate sauce and ice cream. It’s one of many unforgettable treats at Universal Orlando Resort.

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30-Inch Pie at Lazy Moon Pizza

Lazy Moon Pizza features massive pies on a budget, with single slices the size of your forearm and 20- or 30-inch pies that can easily satisfy a crowd (and your TikTok viewers). Choose from a menu of Lazy Faves like the Cuban (mustard sauce, ham, mojo pork, dill pickles, mozzarella), Garden Grazer (tomato sauce, artichokes, spinach, broccoli, sun dried tomato, mozzarella) or Saganaki (ricotta, fontina, aged cheese, lemon zest, parsley, mozzarella), or create your own custom slice with your choice of over 45 toppings and sauces.

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World Famous Sugar Factory King Kong Sundae

Pointe Orlando’s Sugar Factory features an absolutely bonkers lineup of gigantic shakes, cocktails and sundaes, often designed by celebrities or topped with equally enormous cakes, pies and desserts. The most jaw-dropping option by far is the World Famous Sugar Factory King Kong Sundae, which features a whopping 20 scoops of ice cream smothered in every topping imaginable. It has all the basics like hot fudge, caramel sauce, marshmallows and sprinkles, plus outlandish additions like waffle cones, unicorn pops, candy necklaces and an entire glazed donut. 20 scoops. 20 toppings. Game on.

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