Best Restaurants, Must Try Places in Orlando

"Restaurants Orwin Manor. This local brewery is run by the same team that own the next door restaurant, The Ravenous Pig. The craft beer spot has year-round staples like Lone Palm golden ale and the Working Man porter, as well as a rotating selection of seasonal and limited-edition beers."

"Opened back in the year 2007, the restaurant is run by the pair of husband and wife. The bar was nominated for James Beard award and this is enough to prove the taste of foods served here. It offers probably the finest Florida cuisine recipes you will ever try in the city."

"It’s no surprise that the opening of this beloved gastropub back in 2007 coincided with Orlando’s rise as a culinary hot spot. While its owners James and Julie Petrakis have not stopped opening other ventures around the city (including..."

"Then, it was literally ‘go hard before we go home’ so we stopped for dessert at the Toothsome Chocolate Emporium, a crazy ice cream factory with ‘eccentric’ and slightly annoying servers, but delicious sweet treats!. Then, even though it felt as though we had just arrived, we had to squeeze the last of our souvenirs into the case and head to the airport for our flight home."

"The Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory is an amazing restaurant and confectionery in Universal Orlando. After enjoying thrill rides and fun activities in the theme park, the kids can savor delicious food in this stunning eatery. Specially made chocolates, milkshakes, and sundaes are the kids’ favorites in this eatery."

"Kabooki Sushi offers all the traditional sushi rolls and sashimi, but for a truly over-the-top culinary adventure, consider the chef-selected multi-course omakase experience. Just make sure to not get too full: The house-made desserts, like the goat cheese panna cotta and beet cake, served with Thai basil, beet powder, black pepper almonds, olive oil, and beet vinegar, are divine."

"A sleek and intimate interior belies a nondescript exterior on busy Colonial Drive near the Fashion Square Mall. It's an Orlando favorite for sushi and Asian fusion, with artful and generous presentation and a soothing, cosmopolitan vibe. Let the chef's mood and best ingredients seduce your palate with a six-course omakase creation or choose your own path."

"The Boheme is a stylish and sophisticated spot on Orange Avenue that boasts an elegant setting with original artworks and modern décor for an upscale breakfast experience. The swanky eatery draws a crowd for early morning coffee and pastries, and long, languid mimosa and Bloody Mary-infused Sunday jazz brunches. The Grand Bohemian Sunday Brunch is a must with a delectable array of mouthwatering choices, including specialty chef’s stations, a la carte side items, and unlimited mimosas."

"Hotel: a delicious word that conjures crisp sheets, sleeping in, vacation. "Brunch" is another sleep-in kind of word. And when the accommodations in question are as top-tier as the Grand Bohemian Hotel Orlando, then you know the brunch - in this case a Jazz Brunch at its acclaimed Boheme restaurant - is going to be something truly exceptional."

"That’s the motto of one of the most bougie Orlando brunch spots, The Boheme. Located in the Grand Bohemian Hotel in Downtown, Orlando, brunch at the Boheme is a fine dining experience. Sure you’ve heard of a power lunch, but a power brunch?"

"Since Kai Asian Street Fare exploded onto Orlando's dining scene, the fast-casual option has been winning over hearts and palates with an array of dishes curated from throughout Asia Favorites here include the crispy wings and garlicky garlic noodles, but fans of handhelds may really dig on taco options such as Thai chicken, crunchy cod or crispy/melty fried tofu. Looking for something super decadent?. Consider their loaded fries options."

"No update yet from Kai on dine-in options, but they’ve been good to me on the takeout scene, and their wings are not to be ignored. Literally any of their wings (Spicy Tang Wang pictured). Vietnamese Garlic noodles"

"Brunch is a drag at this quaint Thornton Park hang, where a new tradition has gotten so popular that seatings are about to double. In fact, says chef/owner Devon Tillman, the themed Saturday brunches are filling up well in advance. “Our regular brunches, pre-COVID, were pretty popular and are just now getting back to something like normal,” says Tillman, who says Island Time was just surviving through the pandemic."

"This casual waterfront spot boasts a huge outdoor deck, live music, a dock and a menu comprised of beachy cocktails and seafood dishes. You’ll enjoy fantastic sunrise views during breakfast, although the sky puts on its own colorful show during sunset. Po tip: For the best sunset views, book a private sailing tour aboard a 25 foot sailboat with Sailing Orlando ahead of dinner to see the sunset from Lake Fairview."

"Enzian Theater is a quintessential Orlando date night destination. The independent movie theater shows new films, cult classics and more and hosts the Florida Film Festival each year. Pull up a seat at the Eden Bar for pre-movie cocktails and bites."

"Island-vibe outdoor dining under the giant cypress of the ultracool Enzian Theater. The delightfully eclectic menu ranges from pear prosciutto pizza and quinoa-stuffed peppers to fried chicken and country fried..."

"With three locations in Orlando, Marilyn Monroe Spas make it easy to find a place to relax. Step inside any location and see Monroe décor in a stylish, relaxing environment. The spa offers a full range of treatments, with massage, facials, hair care and manicures ranking the most popular."

"Gelato-Go has locations in Florida and New York, and our local shop sits pretty on Park Avenue. I’m happy to report that their gelato is rich and creamy, and not at all icy or bland. The flavors run the spectrum so whether you want something light and fruity or deeply chocolate you’ll be satisfied."