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Ethos has been vegan for so long (it opened in 2007) that if feels as if the rest of the culinary world has simply caught up with it. “Chickun” of the plant-based variety substitutes for meat, along with tofu, tempeh, and seitan. The black bean Samson Burger is one of the best veggie burgers in town.
601-B S. New York Ave., Winter Park, Florida, 32789, USA
Known For
- Long dedicated to a meat-free menu
- Plant-based "meats"
- Chickpea bay crab cake substitute
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$$ | Central Orlando | Coffee
Trina Gregory-Propst and her team of bakers and cooks make the biggest and most satisfying breakfasts, lunches, and sweet treats in town. Try a from-scratch chicken pot pie, which has the most glorious crust; the mile-high meat loaf sandwich; or the "7th Trimester" of buttermilk garlic biscuit, over-medium egg, and smoked bacon, smothered in five-cheese mac-and-cheese. Look for the "Let us fill your pie hole" mural.
617 Primrose Dr., Orlando, Florida, 32803, USA
Known For
- Over-the-top Southern breakfast specials
- Funky Downtown location
- Featured on TV show Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon.–Wed. No dinner
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A large and interesting selection of American dishes is served at breakfast and lunch, as well as, perhaps, an early dinner (as in before 6 pm). Offerings range from burgers and hand-tossed pizza to gator bites and frog legs.
225 Celebration Place, Celebration, Florida, 34747, USA
Known For
- A quick bite before or after theme park visits
- Eclectic American menu
- Lobster Benedict breakfast
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed weekends
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$$ | International Drive | Coffee
Open from early breakfast to late dinner in the Hyatt Regency, this slick modern diner is not exactly cheap, but the salads, sandwiches, and griddle foods are tops. The classic B Line Burger is done beautifully. And there are lots of selections you'd never expect to find here, like an appetizer of stuffed avocado and a portobello quesadilla entrée.
9801 International Dr., Orlando, Florida, 32819, USA
Known For
- Updated diner theme
- Breakfast and late-night specials
- Large dessert menu
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$$ | Lake Nona |
With nine permanent food and drink vendors, all housed in colorful repurposed shipping containers, Boxi Park is like a big, stationary, food-truck park, just with more alcohol. Three of the venues serve microbrew beers and margaritas or other mixed cocktails to go with the hand-rolled sushi, burgers, chicken sandwiches, tacos, lobster rolls, and more.
6877 Tavistock Lakes Blvd., Orlando, Florida, 32827, USA
Known For
- Everything from lobster rolls to sushi
- Beer and cocktail stations
- Casual, fun outdoor neighborhood setting
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon.–Wed.
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$$ | Sand Lake Rd. Area |
Sleek and stylish, Dragonfly is a bit of everything the young and beautiful people want: a pretty space featuring sushi, colorful martinis, and modern, izakaya-style small plates. Groups of dressed-up twenty- and thirtysomethings gather indoors and out to share plates of robata-cooked meats and vegetables, along with tempura, rolls, noodle dishes, and salads, all beautifully presented. The daily happy hour is hugely popular with locals.
7972 Via Dellagio Way, Orlando, Florida, 32819, USA
Known For
- Modern takes on traditional Japanese
- Robata charcoal-grilled specialties
- Daily happy hour specials
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch
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Closed Permanently
The name has changed, and the chain is smaller, but Dexter's has become a place for casual, chef-driven food, Florida oysters, local chicken and produce, and live music every day. It's really set a "new" standard for Winter Park dining. The list of craft cocktails is a must.
1035 N. Orlando Ave., Winter Park, Florida, 32789, USA
Known For
- Fresh Florida seafood
- Exceptional cocktails and wines
- Live music every night
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$$ | Sand Lake Rd. Area |
Closed Permanently
From the owners of nearby Saffron, Rasa brings southern Indian and Indo-Chinese street food to the next level. This cozy, sophisticated restaurant is not your standard "gravy curry" place; instead, it features marvelously diverse bites that include rice crepe dosa, inventive haka noodles, and an Indian thali lunch special that is the best deal in town.
7730 W. Sand Lake Rd., Orlando, Florida, 32819, USA
Known For
- Southern Indian street food
- Authentic rice and noodle dishes
- Thali lunch special
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$$ | International Drive |
Closed Permanently
This massive restaurant is dedicated to soul food, live blues, and the legacy of B.B. King. Look for a menu full of ribs, sandwiches, and hefty cocktails. Live music from the in-house All Star Band and touring musicians like Carlos Daniels, Josh Turner, and Red Camp make for lively evenings on the dance floor.
9101 International Dr., Orlando, Florida, 32819, USA
Known For
- Live bands and dancing
- Barbecued ribs, brisket, and shrimp and grits
- Messy and delicious burgers
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$$ | Downtown Orlando |
Closed Permanently
A humble hideaway located near a strip mall, Blue Jacket draws the hipster crowd as well as the still-vibrant former navy population. This is a (gourmet) burger and (craft) beer spot, with 20 brews on tap and another 40 by the bottle. Flatbreads, Philly cheese steaks, and wings round out the menu, along with unusual items such as poutine.
745 Bennett Rd., Orlando, Florida, 32803, USA
Known For
- Very casual taproom with 20 brews
- Happy hour specials and trivia nights
- Chicken wings, burgers, and flatbreads
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon.
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$$ | Sand Lake Rd. Area |
Closed Permanently
Fish dishes served in an upscale-casual setting distinguish Bonefish Grill from other area chains. Regulars rave about the Bang Bang Shrimp, a spicy appetizer of breaded and fried shrimp tossed in a tangy, spicy, mayonnaise-based sauce. Choose one of the many wood-grilled fresh fish options with your choice of mango salsa, lime-tomato-garlic sauce, herb pesto, pan-Asian flavorings, or lemon butter. Other selections include a pecan-Parmesan-crusted rainbow trout, chicken with goat cheese and spinach, and grilled filet mignon. For the record, there's no bonefish on the menu. It's an inedible game fish, caught for sport (and usually released). The Orlando area has several additional units.
7830 Sand Lake Rd., Orlando, Florida, 32819, USA
Known For
- Seasonal fresh fish
- Happy hour and daily bar specials
- Pasta bowls and fish tacos
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Closed Permanently
Head to this trendy restaurant for wood-grilled meats and fish, Italian classics like chicken Milanese, and plenty of pasta. Try the strip steak topped with Gorgonzola or the mushroom ravioli with champagne brown butter sauce. A good appetizer choice is the bruschetta, a wood-baked flatbread covered with toppings like sliced steak or roasted red peppers with mozzarella. The dining room's Italian archways are elegant, its frescoed walls are schmaltzy in a grand trattoria sort of way, and the sidewalk tables are a good option on cool days. There is another location at Orlando's Mall at Millenia and a similar, sister concept, Bravo!, on Restaurant Row.
480 N. Orlando Ave., Winter Park, Florida, 32789, USA
Known For
- Casual dining atmosphere
- Fresh pasta like mushroom ravioli
- Gorgonzola-crusted Angus beef
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Reservations not accepted
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Closed Permanently
The wood-burning oven and grill are worked pretty hard here. The mountains of hardwood used in the open kitchen flavor the best of the menu—pizza, grilled fish and chicken, steaks and chops, and even the lasagna. A standout is the wood-fired veal chop stuffed with prosciutto, fontina, and spinach. For a less expensive meal, you can pick your own ingredients for a personal wood-oven pizza. The terrace overlooking the lake is enclosed and air-conditioned.
691 Front St., Celebration, Florida, 34747, USA
Known For
- Fine Italian dining
- Wood-fired veal chop
- Mixed antipasto platter