Disney has shared the first list of restaurants and shops coming to Monstropolis, the new land based on Pixar’s Monsters, Inc. at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The land invites guests into the monster city during H.U.M.A.N. Day, a special event where humans visit for the first time. Here is a look at each dining and shopping spot announced so far and what we know about them.
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Harryhausen’s Restaurant
Fans of the original film will recognize Harryhausen’s, the upscale restaurant where Mike and Celia shared their memorable date in Monsters, Inc. Disney is bringing that setting to life as a real dining venue in the land.
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The restaurant will feature an Audio-Animatronic version of its many-tentacled sushi chef, who prepares monster-inspired dishes. While sushi is part of the theme, Disney confirmed the menu will offer more than that. The company has framed Harryhausen’s as a spot for a romantic meal, calling it a place to bring your Schmoopsie-poo, so it looks positioned as the sit-down, special-occasion option in Monstropolis.
Archie’s Scare Pig Pizza
Archie’s Scare Pig Pizza is set to serve what Disney calls the top-rated pizza in Monstropolis. If you are looking for a quick bite in the land, this appears to be the go-to spot for a slice.
The name is a nod to Archie, the six-legged Fear Tech mascot who gets “borrowed” now and then by mischievous Monsters University students. It is a small detail, but it is the kind of touch that helps tie the food locations back to the wider Monsters world.
Monsters University Alumni Club
Right next door to Archie’s, the Monsters University Alumni Club will open its doors to human guests. The space is built around the school’s history, with references to its clubs, fraternities, sororities, and well-known graduates woven throughout.
One highlight inside is the elite Scarer’s Club, which honors the university’s legendary scarers from years past. For fans of Monsters University, this venue looks like a place worth exploring for the theming alone.
Scareporium
The Scareporium plays on the classic Emporium name found at other Disney Parks, and it appears to be the main shopping location in Monstropolis. This is where human visitors can pick up souvenirs to remember their trip into the monster world.
Disney has described it as a shop for human tourists to grab a keepsake, which suggests it will carry the bulk of the land’s merchandise. If you want to bring home something themed to the new area, plan to make a stop here.
When Monstropolis Opens
Monstropolis is scheduled to open in phases, with portions of the land welcoming guests in 2027. That timeline applies to much of the area, including these dining and shopping venues.
The land’s door coaster is the one piece still under construction, so it is expected to follow later rather than open alongside the rest of Monstropolis. For now, the shops and restaurants are among the parts guests can look forward to first.
Final Thoughts
The reveal of Archie’s Scare Pig Pizza, the Monsters University Alumni Club, the Scareporium, and Harryhausen’s gives fans a clearer sense of how Monstropolis will come together beyond its rides. With a mix of quick bites, sit-down dining, and a dedicated shop, the land is shaping up to offer plenty to do while the door coaster continues to take form. Keep an eye on Disney’s Hollywood Studios as menus, pricing, and a firmer timeline come into focus.
Written by
Rachel Van Norman
Contributing Writer
Rachel fell deeply in love with all things Disney as a little girl. Now as a wife and a mother herself, she shares this Disney obsession with her son and everyone around her. From her love of princesses to eating all the Disney food, Rachel spends her time radiating Disney magic and keeping everyone up to date on Disney news.
