Gulf Coast
In the heart of town, Tamara's popular cuisine is influenced by the spices of her native Venezuela, in dishes like grilled, herbed pork chop with shrimp…
Must-see restaurants in Florida
Gulf Coast
The eclectic menu of this compact local favorite ranges from semolina-dusted calamari and grilled duck to mouthwatering sushi, the latter being the most…
South Beach
This was one of the first Nuevo Latino hot spots in Miami and it’s still going strong. The elegant candelit dining room sets the stage for lingering over…
Walt Disney World
Semi-upscale surroundings modeled after the LA original, with an odd selection of gourmet eats ranging from a vegetarian pho (noodle soup) to charred…
Palm Beach
Housed in the Pavilion alongside Flagler's private railroad car is this period café, built in the style of a 19th-century iron-and-glass railway palace…
South Beach
The best-known name in South Beach when it comes to sushi, Moshi Moshi serves up mouthwatering perfection in its tender rolls, daikon salads and steaming…
Space Coast
A longtime favorite of Cocoa Village regulars is this creative Mediterranean restaurant. Dine on the patio or in one of the themed dining rooms on chili…
Greater Orlando
Based on the movie American Graffiti, this rockin' rollin' joint features classic cars and performing bands outside, '50s-diner style inside. This is a…
Greater Orlando
This small, informal sushi bar oozes calm inside the light-and-airy, glass-enclosed lobby of the Royal Pacific Resort, and is decked out with cushioned…
Little Havana
One of Little Havana's oldest ice-cream parlours serves delicious ice cream just like abuela (grandmother) used to make. Deciding isn't easy with dozens…
Treasure Coast
Maison Martinique recently ditched its French roots and began offering American cuisine, while maintaining its first-rate service and intimate surrounds…
South Beach
Immensely popular with Europeans and South Americans, this chic cafe serves up tasty snacks – pizzas, sandwiches, antipasti plates – and of course,…
Gulf Coast
A funky, fair-trade cafe with velour and vinyl lounges, this is the place for such casual vegan fare as tempeh reubens and tofu BLTs, as well as cooking…
Key West
Conch carpaccio with capers? Lobster bouillabaise? Yes indeed. This locally and critically acclaimed venue is known for its cozy back-porch ambience and…
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…
Orlando
Orlando go-to spot for great breakfasts, including stuffed French toast, eggs Benedict and banana-nut pancakes. Other Orlando locations include one in…
Northeast Florida
Very Scandinavian chic, with minimalist wood tables and apple-green walls decorated with vintage sailor photos, this is the top spot for innovative…
Miami
In a city with no shortage of delis, especially in mid–Miami Beach, who would have thought some of the best chopped liver on rye could be found in this…
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…
Gold Coast
This smart Italian dolceria (cake shop) serves the most expensive cappuccino around ($5), but it's worth it for the authentic and oh-so-delicious Italian…
Gold Coast
By all accounts the food here is okay, plus it's in a lovely location next to the pier and right on the beach. There's also live music nightly, daily…
Tampa
At 15th Ave and 15th St, just outside Ybor's main drag, this authentic Spanish bakery cranks out delicious breads and pastries, rich Cuban coffee and…
Palm Beach
This restaurant is a great compromise between Palm Beach chic and casual. During the season it's perpetually packed thanks to good food and a buzzing bar…
Walt Disney World
It's more tasteful than your standard clichéd Giussepe-style pizza joint. Here, you sit at massive communal tables and the air is steamy with the aroma of…
Greater Orlando
An Irish pub with live acoustic music plopped into the streets of New York. Serves Cornish beef pasties and Scotch eggs, as well as Harp, Bass and…
Gold Coast
You don't come here for a romantic restaurant meal – it's a light, simple, cafe-style place – but vegans will swoon nonetheless. A rarity in them-these…
South Beach
One of South Beach’s favorite pizzerias has several locations to satisfy the demand for crusty Roman-style slices topped with an array of exotic offerings…
Walt Disney World
Homage to that superego Gaston, with giant cinnamon rolls and hummus. It's an odd mix of quick-service options, but the re-created tavern with the giant…
Gulf Coast
There's not a ton of health-food stores in Panhandle, but Wild Roots kind of makes up for the lack. Self-cater with vegan wraps, enormous salads, pizzas…
Gulf Coast
This cooking and catering outfit also offers one of the best lunch services in town. Enjoy fresh, creative takes on old-school classics such as spaghetti…
Treasure Coast
Although it doesn't have a beachside location, this laid-back deli is a surf shack in its soul. Sandwiches, salads and wraps (the most popular of which is…
Florida Keys
This groovy roadside eatery serves Caribbean-inspired seafood – coconut shrimp, plantain-crusted hogfish, cracked conch sandwiches – best enjoyed on the…
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…
Gold Coast
Decorated exclusively with flotsam collected along Hollywood Beach, this quirky burger joint is routinely named 'Best in America.' Everything is prepared…
Treasure Coast
Built out of driftwood by pioneering Vero settler Waldo Sexton in 1935, this is a Vero Beach institution for dinner and music for everyone (from 9pm). Eat…
Sarasota
One of the most popular places on the Circle, this upscale cafe has outdoor seating and a generous menu of sandwiches, wraps and salads. Everything is…
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…
Northeast Florida
This woodsy, lantern-lit steakhouse and saloon, located in the former downtown Opera House, has an inviting patio area for alfresco dining. The menu is…
Upper Keys
The service at this cute cafe is energetic and friendly in an only-in-America kinda way, and the food is fine, filling and cheap. Key lime pie is a…
Walt Disney World
Decent vegetarian chili, unusually tasty clam chowder, chicken potpie and salmon. The interior is charming as you're inside an old boat that has 'docked'…
