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Find out what American restaurants to try in Orlando. From the Magic Kingdom to magical spa treatments, Orlando sparkles with the promise of adventure. Spend a day exploring the world-famous Disney theme parks, giggling with the dolphins at SeaWorld, or screaming your head off on a Universal Studios roller coaster. For a less adrenaline-pumping afternoon, enjoy the quiet natural beauty of the Harry P. Leu Gardens, or enjoy a seaweed scrub at a luxury day spa. Savor fresh and local ingredients at one of Orlando’s James Beard-nominated restaurants.
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10. Kings Dining Orlando
Overall Ratings
4 based on 752 reviews
Kings Dining & Entertainment is an award-winning gathering place for people to connect, play, eat, drink and laugh together. With locations across the country, each is designed with unique offerings of community-inspired social experiences such as luxury
Reviewed By fire21
We visited on a weekend and booked to eat and bowl in advance but when we got there the restaurant was empty! This did result in excellent service all night so no complaints. We had a pitcher and a margarita and both ordered burgers. It was probably one of our most expensive meals but we were really pleased with everything and I think this was due to location. We booked bowling while waiting for food and once we had finished eating were taken to our lane which was ready with our shoes waiting which was a nice touch! It was much busier in the bowling alley and bar so Iâd advise booking this!Hello Fire21,Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a great review. I'm glad to hear everything went so smooth from dinner to switching over to the lanes. We do run D&E specials that offer both food and drinks and are similar to happy hour except they run all day and night 7 days a week. We look forward to seeing you again soon!Thank You,
9. Spencer's For Steaks & Chops
Overall Ratings
4 based on 784 reviews
Spencer's for Steaks and Chops of Orlando redefines the classic steakhouse restaurant with intelligent preparations and contemporary twists. Featuring USDA prime beef dry aged for 21 to 28 days, hand cut and seared to perfection. Spencer's offers a memora
Reviewed By A Joe I
We first ate here with a group of 100. That number in itself typically means, good luck on the food. However, my Ribeye, mushrooms and mash, along with my wife's filet, and beans were cooked to perfection. Picture worthy, juicy and seasoned just right.The fact that the chefs nailed it with a group of 100, prompted me and my wife to return again, but with the other 98 people...INCREDIBLE, the 2nd time around.TIP - if you order nothing else, the BACON is a must. It actually should be on the dessert menu.TIP2- The portions are not small...so pace yourself to get to the unbelievable dessert menu.TIP3- While all the cuts are great...nothing compares to their Ribeye topped with the Foraged mushroomsTIP4 - If you can get the high back booth next to the kitchen, take it. It's private yet allows you to see all the action.Thank you very much for your comments regarding your visit with us here at Spencer's. I'm happy that the team could provide such amazing dining experience for you. Your comments will be shared with them. We can't wait till you return for another amazing night.Thank you again for the feedback. Best Regards,Frank Todd Food and Beverage Manager
8. Yellow Dog Eats
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1475 reviews
Reviewed By rayboy
Great funky atmosphere and really really good sandwiches. Order at the register, pay, find a table and wait for your name to be called..........try not to drool while waiting. You will be rewarded with a very large sandwich with amazing flavor. Beer on hand should you find yourself thirsty. Prices in line with quality of food. Go there, you won't be sorry.
7. NYPD Pizza Lake Cay
Overall Ratings
4 based on 923 reviews
Being in Orlando doesn't mean you can't eat like you are in the Big Apple. If you're craving a slice of that heavenly NYC pie, look no further than NYPD Pizza. NYPD Pizza is determined to make a real New Yorker out of you with an Arresting Taste in every
Reviewed By joshlawson123
Been here twice during my holiday to orlando. I would have been here every day if it was up to me. Its the best pizza I've ever had in my life, and I've been to Italy and New York. Honestly if you don't go here then you are seriously missing out. I will be back next year when we return.
6. The Gnarly Barley
Overall Ratings
4 based on 198 reviews
Reviewed By fire21
We visited for lunch one day. The choice was great and it was hard to choose what to order. My husband and I both ordered sandwiches and they were so tasty! My husband tried a lager that was recommend and really enjoyed drinking something new. The staff were great and the service was efficient. The quality of the sandwiches for the price was great. The only downside was the inside area is quite small so we sat outside on a very hot day, but the food made up for being hot and sweaty - we would definitely visit again!
5. Kres Chophouse
Overall Ratings
4 based on 440 reviews
The present and past pair beautifully at Kres Chophouse, a classic, top tier Steakhouse with a modern eclectic flair. This premier Steakhouse embodies the heart of Orlando's historic district, featuring chic and elegant décor within the striking architect
Reviewed By chuckt81
This gem of a restaurant is nestled in the crown of Church Street venues, and is worthy of a visit.The ambiance is sublime, the fare is fantastic, and the service is stellar.I enjoyed the ribeye, and Melissa excelled in her service to our table. For example, when I went to the washroom, I returned to a refolded table napkin. Service.I will return, and you should too.
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4. Chatham's Place
Overall Ratings
5 based on 745 reviews
A fine dining experience like no other in Orlando. Locally sourced ingredients, farm fresh from the Chef's very own local farm. A local favorite for over 20 years.
Reviewed By Luckytraveler10
Had reservations for adult daughter âs birthday . Was exceptional experience. Waiters all wished her a happy birthday- nice touch. Food was superb. Having just moved back from living in Paris- the food, service, ambiance was far superior at Chathamâs Place than anything we experienced there! Highly recommend this restaurant. Will definitely return.
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3. Bull & Bear Steakhouse at Waldorf Astoria Orlando
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1496 reviews
Dining at the award-wining Bull & Bear is a culinary journey unlike any other. Named Diner's Choice Top Restaurant by Hilton Worldwide, the restaurant offers a menu featuring re-imagined steakhouse classics and trend-setting fare, including Fried Chicken,
Reviewed By Linda K
We were celebrating our 47th anniversary and decided to splurge and have dinner here. We had a beautiful view from our table. Service was a bit too attentive for us, almost intrusive. Caesar salad was delicious. The chateaubriand was cooked to perfection but quite salty. The wilted spinach was not wilted and almost raw. We had âThe Lemon Dessertâ and that was a pleasant surprise.Linda K - Thank you for your recent visit to Bull & Bear. We are delighted you chose to celebrate your 47th Anniversary with us. We are thrilled you enjoyed the views from your table. Derived from its legendary namesake in the original Waldorf Astoria in New York City, Bull & Bear exudes an air of casual sophistication. We strive to provide a warm, elegant environment for all our guests. We sincerely appreciate your feedback on the Chateaubriand and wilted spinach. We are pleased to hear the Lemon Dessert was a pleasant surprise to finish your evening with. We hope to have the opportunity to celebrate with you again soon.
2. Victoria & Albert's
Overall Ratings
5 based on 1571 reviews
Victoria & Albert's restaurant in Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa offers a unique dinner menu each night of exceptional, contemporary American cuisine served with unparalleled charm and elegance.A 13-year recipient of the prestigious AAA Five Diamon
Reviewed By jerseygirl901
For the record this review is regarding the Chef's Table Dining experience at Victoria & Alberts in Disney's Grand Floridian Resort. From beginning to end our experience was nothing but delightful. First, the world class cast members who attended to our every need during our 4.5 hour experience. I will try to go into as much detail as possible so settle in, this is going to be a fairly long review. Mâtre D' Israel Pérez: from the moment we entered the service from this noted professional was elegant and lives up to every award this restaurant has received. From beginning to end we never went five minutes without attention. Israel is a legacy cast member and rightfully so, never have we encountered a more seasoned and elegant Mâtre D'. Servers and Sommelier's: Sharon and Rado were our service team, of course, without fail every five minutes or less either one or the other, or both came to our table in the kitchen to make sure that every aspect of the evening was to our liking. And boy, was everything to our liking, I could write a book on all of the courses, plus wine pairings, plus enhancements. Dining experience: Between myself and my daughter we had the 11 course menu, plus enchantments. My daughter is vegetarian so in this review I will cover both menu's, vegetarian and standard. The menu here is seasonal and completely customized for every individual. For reference, I will list the various courses with the regular Chefs Dégustation Menu, to the Vegetarian version given to my daughter1. Amuse Boushe: - Imperial Caviar with Summer Melon Terrine, accompanied by Billecart-Salmon Brut Réserve NV. I did not expect to like the caviar, I have never tried it before and was expecting it to be crunchy and fishy tasting. This could not be further from the truth. It was exquisite, smooth, and not fishy at all. Next time I will probably purchase the extra enchantment. The wine pairing was a dry white wine, which enhanced the flavors of the fresh melon beautifully, it was tart and not extremely fruity. Bot myself and my daughter enjoyed it thoroughly. - Summer Melon Terrine with Coconut Bloop, for wine pairing, see above. So my daughter absolutely loved the melon terrine, and for someone that is not a fan of much coconut, she devoured the coconut bloop and wanted more of it after. Being a culinary student, everything about this dish was so cohesive and only got better as it went. The serving portions are small, but believe me, you will be thankful for that after the first 7-8 courses, you will not leave hungry at all. The tartness and high tannins of the wine compliment the sweet and fresh flavors of the dish.Overall the amuse bouche was a tasteful and perfect opening to prepare our palates for the amazing courses to come. Second course: -The cold appetizers course was Black Label Jamón Ibérico, Baby Tomatoes, and 100 Year Old Balsamic, accompanied by Matthiasson White Blend, Napa 2017. The dish was presented beautifully of course, five thinly sliced tomatoes with the black label jamón ibérico, various colored egg yolks and huckleberries along the perimeter of the plate. The various textures and acidic flavors complimented each other perfectly, as of course, did the wine pairing. - Summer Baby Tomatoes with Petite Lettuces and 100 Year Old Balsamic. The egg yolks and huckleberries added a sweetness to the tart and acidic tomatoes, along with the selection of salts introduced at the beginning of the course. Third course: -The fish course was only offered for my menu. It was the Glacier 51 Tooth Fish and Alaskan King Crab with White Asparagus accompanied by Laurent Cognard "Les Bassets" Mantagny 1er Cru 2016. The sauce accompanied by the crab and tooth fish was acidic and creamy at the same time, it was the highlight of the dish. - The vegetarian option was California Asparagus with Artichokes and Sauce Vierge. Once again, beautifully presented and the sauce was in fact the highlight of the dish, my daughter thoroughly enjoyed the asparagus and the crunch element that added a bit of saltiness to the sweet and tart flavors of the asparagus and the sauce. 4. Fish enhancement course The first course I added was the Wild Turbot with Toasted Capers and Preserved Lemon. The fish was perfectly moist and the accompanying sauce was divine of course, toasted capers added a crunchy element that made the dish pop. 5. in the intermission between courses, we were served a special off menu "small bite" It was a delicious filled pasta with fresh herbs and a creamy sauce which was absolutely divine. This was the perfect break between main courses the prepared us for the dishes to come. To clarify, every course was significantly better than the last, and even the first course was of the highest quality of any food my daughter or myself have ever tasted. The entire experience was worth every penny. 6. Pasta course-Poussin Ballotine with Chive Gnocchi and House Made Ricotta accompanied by Pulenta Estate, Gran Malbec X, Mendoza 2014. The meat was tender and flavorful and the chive gnocchi was a perfect accompaniment. The house made cheese was the highlight of the dish along with the pasta. - Chive Gnocchi with House Made Ricotta for the vegetarian option it was just a larger portion of the chive pasta which my daughter enjoyed.7. Seventh course-Texas Wild Boar with Elote and "Salsa Verde" accompanied by Barruol-Lynch Côte-Rôtie "Neve" 2015. The wild boar was not something I was expecting to enjoy however it was tender and flavorful, and perfectly cooked, the corn and elote were also amazing.- The vegetarian option was the same, of course excepting the wild boar, my daughter thoroughly enjoyed the corn and elote with the sweet but also tart wine pairing. 8. Beef course -Australian Kobe-Style Beef with Black Truffle Pain Purdue and Chanterelles optional enchantments Miyazaki Japanese Beef accompanied by Jayson Pahlmeyer Bordeaux Blend, Napa 2016. I did opt in for the enchantment which was the best choice I could have made because it was the most tender and delicious meat of the evening. Paired with a high tannin red wine, absolutely divine. 100 of 10 rating for the Japanese beef, if you opt in for only one enhancement, this should be the one. - Braised Belgian Endive with Compressed Pears and Fennel. The sauce and pears were the highlights of this dish for my daughter, she absolutely adored the sweetness of the pears in contrast with the acidic sauce and the texture of the endive. The rich flavor of the wine offset the dish perfectly. 9. Selection of Cheeses from the Market or Vanilla Gelato with Rainer Cherry Compote and White Chocolate, accompanied by Famille Perrin Muscat Beaumes de Venise Blanc 2016 Between myself and my daughter we ordered one of each of the selections. The cherry compote was the perfect tart compliment to the sweetness of the vanilla gelato. The cheese selection with accompaniments was delectable and perfectly complimented each other of course 10. The dessert course was Trinitario Chocolate Mousse and Avocado Gelato, served with Sulawesi Island Coffee by Joffrey's. The chocolate mousse with avocado gelato was creamy and unexpectedly perfectly complimented. Something about the creaminess of the chocolate with the fresh taste of the avocado was perfect. Both of us completely enjoyed this course. 11. Unexpectedly, a second dessert mousse was served, and it truly was the perfect ending to a fairy tail evening. This completely delighted us, and the interactiveness of the chef teaching us how to perfectly enjoy the various components together was incredible. I won't spoil this one for you, only will say that it was perfect and tart, with a delicious crunchy element. 12. Delicious finale: the chocolate course. A selection of chocolates was the conclusion to our evening, and let me say each and every morsel left us wanting more and morel, I really cannot describe the exquisiteness of this experience to you, it is something which must be felt first hand for you to completely understand. There is absolutely nothing, and I do mean nothing, that made this evening anything less than perfect. From the front entrance, to the champagne toast with Chef Aimée Rivera, and the special surprise offered to my daughter at the end of the evening which I will not reveal, all the way to the last moment when we departed the restaurant in a state of bliss, absolutely evening was marvelous. A note on the Chef's Table, this table in itself is a new level from the already amazing atmosphere of Victoria & Alberts. Thank you to each and every member of the Victoria & Alberts team, we will return for years to come I am positive!
1. The Melting Pot
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1833 reviews
The Melting Pot is Orlando's award-winning fondue restaurant. We prepare your cheese fondue table-side and serve Pretzel bread, apples, and veggies for dipping. Our popular salads cleans the palate before indulging in our entrees. The guests prepare Lobst
Reviewed By Kara J
My husband and I went here for a date night while away for his work conference. Our waiter was excellent and the experience was fun, but it is more expensive than I expected. I think if we were to come again, we would just come for dessert, which was by far the best part of our meal but we were too full to really enjoy it.Thank you for the great review, Kara! We are so glad you had great service and an awesome experience. We run specials throughout the week/weekend where we offer cheese, salad, and chocolate fondue for $19 per person & also offer a 4 course dinner for 2 option as well. We hope you join us again soon and check these out!
