Must-see restaurants in Greater Orlando

  • Ravenous Pig

    Greater Orlando

    The cornerstone of Orlando's restaurant trend for locally sourced food, this chef-owned hipster spot moved to its new location in 2016. Here it's all…

  • 50’s Prime Time Café

    Walt Disney World

    Step into a quintessential 1950s home with TVs, linoleum floors, some of the funkiest of funky retro furniture around and, of course, home-cooked meals,…

  • 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…

  • Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater

    Walt Disney World

    Burgers, ribs and glow-in-the-dark drinks served drive-in style. Climb into your convertible Cadillac, order from the car hop, sip on a Lunar Landing and…

  • 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…

  • Mama Della’s Ristorante

    Greater Orlando

    Charming, cozy and friendly, with vintage wallpaper, dark wood and several rooms with romantic nooks. You really do feel like you're a welcomed guest at a…

  • Jiko - The Cooking Place

    Walt Disney World

    Excellent food, with plenty of grains, vegetables and creative twists, a tiny bar, and rich African surrounds make this a Disney favorite for both quality…

  • Ethos Vegan Kitchen

    Greater Orlando

    The welcome sign at this meat-free stop says 'get off at Platform One' for a vegan arrival. Ethos Vegan Kitchen offers a range of delights such as pizza…

  • Paddlefish

    Walt Disney World

    This paddle steamer has had an entire revamp and reopened in February 2016. It's smart, contemporary and chic. Its lovely dining areas are ingeniously…

  • ‘Ohana

    Walt Disney World

    The Polynesian's signature restaurant evokes a South Pacific feel with rock-art animals, a huge oak-burning grill cooking up massive kebabs of meat, and…

  • Jungle Navigation Co. Ltd Skipper Canteen

    Walt Disney World

    This adventure-themed spot harks back to days of boat exploration. It has three delightful areas based around boat skippers' tropical headquarters. Enjoy…

  • 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.

  • Boma

    Walt Disney World

    Several steps above Disney's usual buffet options, this African-inspired eatery offers wood-roasted meats, interesting soups such as coconut curried…

  • Tutto Gusto

    Walt Disney World

    Full marks for this authentic Italian brasserie and wine bar. It oozes style and serves up excellent small plates, including meats and cheeses. Definitely…

  • Sanaa

    Walt Disney World

    Lovely cafe with Savannah views – giraffes, ostriches and zebras graze outside the window. You almost forget you're in Florida, but, hey, that's Disney…

  • 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…

  • California Grill

    Walt Disney World

    Earning consistent oohs and aahs from locals and repeat Disney guests, this rooftop classic boasts magnificent views of Magic Kingdom fireworks and offers…

  • Frontera Cocina

    Walt Disney World

    A smart, trendy version of modern Mexico where, thanks to Chef Rick Bayless, corn, chili and salsa are whipped up into contemporary tastes in a…

  • Prato

    Greater Orlando

    A hopping go-to spot with high ceilings, exposed beams and a bar expanding the length of the room. Offers inspired interpretations of classic Italian…

  • Three Broomsticks

    Greater Orlando

    Fast-food-styled British fare inspired by Harry Potter, with cottage (shepherd's) pie and Cornish pasties, and rustic wooden bench seating. There's plenty…

  • 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…

  • Leaky Cauldron

    Greater Orlando

    Wizard servers in marvelous Harry Potter surrounds with classic English breakfasts, shepherd’s pie, Guinness beef stew and sticky toffee pudding. You…

  • Victoria & Albert’s

    Walt Disney World

    Indulge yourself in the earthy, cream-colored, Victorian-inspired decor at this elegant restaurant, the crème de la crème of Orlando's dining scene and…

  • Teppan Edo

    Walt Disney World

    Chefs toss the chicken, fling the chopsticks and frenetically slice and dice the veggies in this standard cook-in-front-of-you eatery next to Japan's…

  • Cinderella’s Royal Table

    Walt Disney World

    Cinderella greets guests and sits for a formal portrait (included in the price), and a sit-down meal with princesses is served upstairs. This is the only…

  • Disney Character Dining

    Walt Disney World

    Make reservations up to six months (yes, six!) for any of the 20 or so character-dining meals at Disney World. These are not fine-dining experiences, nor…

  • Be Our Guest

    Walt Disney World

    Set inside the Beast's marvelously detailed castle, this experience is a must for Beauty and the Beast fans. Options include braised pork, carved turkey…

  • NBC Sports Grill & Brew

    Greater Orlando

    In their own PR terms 'a game changer.' This massive sports grill and brew brings on all the sporting analogies. Not only is there a 120ft-wide screen …

  • 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,…

  • Paradiso 37

    Walt Disney World

    With an impressive cocktail list and a menu representing 37 countries of North, South and Central America (or so they claim), this contemporary waterfront…

  • Chef Mickey’s

    Walt Disney World

    Nothing says Walt Disney World® Resort more than Mickey Mouse and the monorail, so what better way to start your classic Disney day than a buffet…

  • 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…

  • Florean Fortescue’s Ice-Cream Parlour

    Greater Orlando

    In Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, young Harry spends several weeks living at the Leaky Cauldron and Florean Fortescue gives him free ice cream…

  • Flying Fish

    Walt Disney World

    Flying Fish, specializing in complicated and innovative seafood dishes, consistently ranks as one of the best upscale dining spots at Disney. It's a…

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