Must-see restaurants in Orlando

  • La Luce

    Orlando

    La Luce is a gem – whether it's a quiet corner table with a special someone or a friendly chat with folks at the bar – and feels like that place you've…

  • K Restaurant

    Orlando

    Chef and owner Kevin Fonzo, one of Orlando's most celebrated and established field-to-fork foodie stars, earns local and national accolades year after…

  • P Is for Pie

    Orlando

    Clean-lined with an artisan twist to classic pies (as in sweet tarts with a biscuit base), offering mini and specialty options. Flavors include a sublime…

  • DoveCote

    Orlando

    With walls painted in vivid blue, gold, and other colors that might come from a Klimt painting close-up, this restaurant, one of the hottest tickets in…

  • Stubborn Mule

    Orlando

    A trendy and very popular gastropub that serves handcrafted cocktails with flair (yes, plenty of mules) and good ol' locally sourced, delicious food that…

  • Dandelion Communitea Café

    Orlando

    Unabashedly crunchy and definitively organic, this pillar of the sprouts and tempeh and green-tea dining scene serves up creative and excellent plant…

  • East End Market

    Orlando

    Look for the raised vegetable beds and picnic tables outside this hip, earthy little organic collection of locally sourced places to eat and markets.

  • Slate

    Orlando

    One of Orlando's newest and trendiest places, it's buzzy, noisy and draws a chatty crowd after crusty pizza (straight from the large, copper oven) or…

  • Stardust Video & Coffee

    Orlando

    'Don't use the word hipster to describe this place,' says Tess, the server. She prefers 'weirdo eclectic.' Whatever you call it, you get the picture. This…

  • Yellow Dog Eats

    Orlando

    Housed in what was once a general store, with a tin roof, courtyard dining, an old school locker filled with bottled beer, and an eclectic mix of quirky,…

  • Artisan’s Table

    Orlando

    Chow down on the likes of a breakfast bowl of eggs and grits, or opt for steel-cut oats with agave and an organic smoothie at this under-the-radar…

  • Bikes, Beans & Bordeaux

    Orlando

    Started by keen cyclists for their fellow enthusiasts, the word soon spread. This casual little spot serves up good sandwiches and salads that are much…

  • Cafe Tu Tu Tango

    Orlando

    Local artwork, all for sale, crams the adobe-style walls of this bright, fun eatery. It's action packed with music and performers. Or you can relax on the…

  • Pho 88

    Orlando

    A flagship in Orlando's thriving Vietnamese district (known as Little Saigon), just northeast of downtown in an area informally referred to as Mills 50,…

  • Taverna Opa

    Orlando

    Great spot for Greek classics, including slow-roasted lamb ($14), plenty of vegetarian options and fresh hummus made tableside. Can get loud and crazy…

  • Blue Bird Bake Shop

    Orlando

    Tiny retro Blue Bird Bake Shop, named after the favorite bird of the owner's grandma, offers daily baked cupcakes. Flavors range from classic chocolate to…

  • Eden Bar

    Orlando

    Island-vibe outdoor dining under the giant cypress of the ultracool Enzian Theater. The delightfully eclectic menu ranges from pear prosciutto pizza and…

  • Havana's Cafe

    Orlando

    This simple and friendly mom-and-pop spot in a suburban mall is a breath of fresh air among the ubiquitous chains, resort dining and high-octane Disney…

  • Keke’s Breakfast Cafe

    Orlando

    Orlando go-to spot for great breakfasts, including stuffed French toast, eggs Benedict and banana-nut pancakes. Other Orlando locations include one in…

  • Graffiti Junktion American Burger Bar

    Orlando

    This little neon, happenin' hangout, with courtyard dining and regular drink specials, is all about massive burgers with attitude. Go with a Brotherly…

  • Thai Thani

    Orlando

    A friendly, cool and quiet restaurant stuck out on its own in a mall (handy if you're staying near SeaWorld), with gilded Thai decor and some tables with…

  • Greek Corner Restaurant

    Orlando

    This little, white-walled cafe with a small patio sits across from Lake Ivanhoe (1 mile north of downtown in Ivanhoe). It's a popular local spot that…

  • Peach Valley Cafe

    Orlando

    Florida chain that offers surprisingly varied and tasty classics, from apple fritters and banana pancakes to chopped Cobb salad and chicken potpie. This…

  • Johnny Rockets

    Orlando

    Located in the Pointe Orlando on International Dr, this is straight out of Happy Days, with red vinyl seating, lots of chrome and flip-style jukeboxes on…

  • Benjamin French Bakery

    Orlando

    Bright little French bakery featuring rustic sandwiches, salads and omelets. Your best bet, though, is a pastry and coffee to go. Try the crusty homemade…

  • Hamburger Mary’s

    Orlando

    Downtown high-energy diner specializing in over-the-top burgers with sweet-potato fries and serious cocktails. There's a Broadway Brunch with show tunes,…

  • Keke’s Breakfast Cafe

    Orlando

    Florida chain with tasty and reasonably priced classic breakfast fare, including stuffed french toast, eggs Benedict and banana-nut pancakes, as well as…

  • TooJays

    Orlando

    Excellent deli sandwiches to go, but it's a straight up American booth diner experience. If you feel a cold coming on, head here for quintessential…

  • Hemingways

    Orlando

    Quiet spot with airy Key West atmosphere. Try the particularly tasty crab cakes, with big chunks of lump crab and very little filler, and ask for a table…

  • Melting Pot

    Orlando

    Kids in particular love the novelty of a fondue dinner (cheese, beef, chicken, seafood and, of course, chocolate). Having said that, it's an elegant spot…

  • White Wolf Café & Bar

    Orlando

    Old-style, neighborhood diner cafe, with Tiffany-styled chandeliers, a massive wooden bar and a mishmash of antiques. Come for the stick-to-your bones…

  • Black Bean Deli

    Orlando

    Housed in a fabulous retro-styled building, this former car dealership now wheels and deals exceptionally tasty Cubano specialties.

  • B-Line Diner

    Orlando

    Inside the giant Hyatt Regency, this is a retro-styled cafe serving basic but good diner food 24/7.

  • Fresh Market

    Orlando

    Excellent grocery store with organic and local produce.

  • Five Guys Burgers and Fries

    Orlando

    Sure, it's a fast-food burger joint chain. Sure, you can find them scattered through Florida and beyond. But this Obama favorite, an easy drive from…