Diners' Choice: Best Food restaurants in Orlando

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Updated 05 December 2024

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Norigami

5.0

5 (312)

$31 to $50

Sushi

Winter Garden

About the restaurant

2023 & 2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand
Reserve a spot at our 8 seat sushi counter that serves up unique hand rolls, sushi, sashimi, and cold tastings. Not sure what to order? Allow the Chef to curate a special omakase experience for you. The forms are endless, just like origami. Source Globally for high quality ingredient.

Located inside Plant Street Market in historic downtown Winter Garden.

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AmandaVIP

Dined on 9 Dec 2024

Best sushi in Orlando. For the experience and quality they have great prices: the chefs are amazing and interactive. If you don’t know what you want get the omakase. Best sushi deal in Orlando.

Ômo by Jônt

5.0

5 (82)

$50 and over

Japanese

Winter Park

About the restaurant

We are a team of young and inspired professionals taking down the walls between kitchen and guests and taking you on a culinary adventure. Immerse yourself in a progressive tasting menu focusing on the simple, yet luxurious, ingredients around the world with deep inspiration from Japanese cuisine.

We challenge the seasons, navigate beyond the limits of time and break with tradition— getting playful with process and tricky with techniques at the intersection of place and possibility.

At Ômo we offer a unique and exclusive experience to only 16 guest at a time. The journey starts in the living room with a welcome drink and snacks, then you are transported into the main counter overlooking the kitchen where you will enjoy all the savory bites in an interactive environment. At the end, you will transition to the pastry parlor to continue your experience with sweet bites and after dinner drinks.

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christyVIP

Dined 7 days ago

What an incredible experience. Wow. Just wow. The pairings , the service , the hospitality. Everything was perfection. Highly recommend .

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Experience

Chef's Tasting Menu

Experience

Enchanted Eve: Twas' The Night Before Christmas

Experience

Feast & Fête: New Year's Eve Decadent Delights

Antica Pizzeria

5.0

5 (196)

$30 and under

Pizzeria

Altamonte Springs

About the restaurant

We are open for lunch from 11:30am - 3:30pm with the full dinner menu. We do NOT have a wait staff for the lunch hours. It is self service with QR code ordering, and we do NOT take reservations during that time.

Our menu offers our specialty, wood fired pizza. Our entrees include house-made made sauces, pestos, pastas, & desserts. We also have a nice selection of wines and craft beer.

If you cannot make a reservation through OpenTable, please call the restaurant as we need to do appointments by phone only after a certain amount of OpenTable reservations.

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James

Dined 3 days ago

Date night at Antica Pizzeria. My Lady and I enjoyed great food and service

7593 Chophouse

4.8

4.8 (1136)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Kissimmee

About the restaurant

At 7593 Chophouse, fresh seafood is delivered daily and all enhancements are made with fresh vegetables and bold spices. A uniquely extensive wine list and signature cocktail menu also offer wine pairings and libations for every taste, completing the upscale steakhouse experience. Dress code is smart casual. $30 Corkage fee applied to bottles of wine brought in by guests. Please call the dining line 407-396-3201 for inquiries or for reservations.

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Harry

Dined 3 days ago

We ordered steaks, short ribs, and salmon, with side orders including brussel sprouts and cream spinach. The food has been consistently very good every time we come here. For its price, the wine is not as good compared to the food (though not bad).

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Lisbon Portuguese Cuisine

4.9

4.9 (566)

$30 and under

Portuguese

I Drive / Sand Lake

About the restaurant

Lisbon is a Portuguese restaurant serving authentic cuisine at its very best. Simple but elegant food is perfectly complemented by the restaurants Azulejo décor which is a characteristic element of Portuguese culture. We serve fresh fish and seafood alongside a vast selection of Bacalhau (salted cod) and meat dishes. Our Adega (wine cellar) offers a selection of some of the best Portuguese wines. We also serve our rendition of the famous "Pastel de Nata" which we proudly bake daily at Lisbon. Enjoy this old world gastronomic experience to the sound of Fado, Portugal’s soulful sound at Lisbon Portuguese Cuisine.

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JulianaVIP

Dined 7 days ago

One of the best restaurants around! Love it!!!!!!!+

Nutwood

5.0

5 (70)

$31 to $50

Farm-to-table

Winter Haven

About the restaurant

Inspired... sustainable... delicious; this is Nutwood by Steven Rojas.
Chef Rojas creates curated and erudite experiences, based upon his travels and his decades of experience in great venues across the world.
Steven opened Nutwood in 2017, with the goal of providing the Winter Haven community with the quality of cuisine and service he personally enjoys; delicious food prepared in classic ways, warm and hospitable service, and a family atmosphere to enjoy it all in.
We look forward to sharing the Nutwood experience with you!

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BrianVIP

Dined on 7 Dec 2024

From the appetizers to the main course and dessert, every dish was a masterpiece. Chef Steven Rojas has truly brought a culinary gem to the area. My wife and I gladly make the drive from Lakeland to savor these epic creations. Our only regret? Not discovering this place sooner! Do yourself a favor and indulge in the best food Central Florida has to offer.

Plancha at Four Seasons Orlando

4.9

4.9 (409)

$30 and under

Cuban

Lake Buena Vista

About the restaurant

Plancha, located at Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort, offers a vibrant dining experience with a focus on modern Latin-American cuisine. Whether you're a guest of the resort or a local visitor, Plancha welcomes you to enjoy its flavorful dishes in a picturesque setting. The menu features a variety of Latin-American specialties and classic clubhouse favorites, all prepared with locally sourced ingredients. Guests can relax in a tranquil lakeside environment, making it the perfect spot for a leisurely meal. With its inviting atmosphere, excellent service, and diverse menu options, Plancha is an ideal choice for both casual dining and special occasions.

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DavidVIP

Dined on 8 Dec 2024

As always….another perfect brunch at Plancha. Great food… omelette, Cuban sandwich, gelato and bottomless mimosas! Great views and most importantly, great service by Luis M….as always!!!!

Adriatico Trattoria Italiana

4.9

4.9 (977)

$30 and under

Italian

Downtown Orlando

About the restaurant

Award winning Adriatico Trattoria Italiana, with Owner-Chef Marco Cudazzo and his lovely wife Rosetta take great pride in their quaint dining establishment. Born in the city of Ortona, Italy, on the Adriatic Sea, Chef Marco Cudazzo knows cuisine. Through his many years of culinary experience, he brings true Italian, time inspired recipes and traditions to College Park, Florida!

After a rigorous certification process, we have the honor of being the first and only Central Florida Italian restaurant recognized by the Italy-America Chamber of Commerce, by awarding the distinctive Ospitalita Italiana - Seal of Quality - which certifies authentic Italian Restaurants around the world. The Italy-America Chamber of Commerce Southeast is an institution recognized by the Italian government which collaborates closely with the Consulate General of Italy in authenticating Italian products and establishments abroad.

We welcome you to our "little Italy'!

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Kathy

Dined 5 days ago

Great food Love the ambiance and the service ! A little pricey but worth it for a special occasion

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Popular dish

Pappardelle di Amalfi

Popular dish

Bucatini alla Maremma

Arabellas Italian Ristorante

4.9

4.9 (1541)

$31 to $50

Italian

Winter Haven

About the restaurant

***CHRISTMAS EVE & NEW YEARS EVE 2024*** - $99/PER PERSON 3-COURSE PREFIX MENU. REGULAR DINING MENU WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE. PLEASE REFER TO THE MENU TAB TO VIEW HOLIDAY MENUS. GRATZIE!

If date or time is unavailable online, please call (863)-293-1797 to book reservations with us.

Welcome to Arabellas Ristorante, located in Times Square, the heart of historic downtown Winter Haven. We offer the best Italian and Mediterranean cuisine, created from the freshest ingredients and served in a warm, elegant atmosphere. Join us for live piano entertainment every evening Monday through Saturday, from open to close.

Arabellas Ristorante Reservation Policy:
• The day of your reservation, please let a representative of Arabellas know in advance should you be running late by calling (863)-293-1797.
• Please note, your reservation will be held for 15 minutes from the time of the original reservation. Without notice of late arrival, Arabellas has the right to release the table.

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CatherineVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Special evening with friends celebrating end of cancer treatment and ringing the bell. Our waiters were excellent bringing and refilling waters promptly. Our cocktails were served quickly along with homemade soft warm garlic bread. Three of us ordered mushroom ravioli and one ordered salmon. All were absolutely delicious! The piano player even played our requests! Thank you Arabella’s for helping make our evening so special!

Christini's Ristorante Italiano

4.9

4.9 (4611)

$50 and over

Italian

I Drive / Sand Lake

About the restaurant

Christinis Ristorante Italiano is a fine dining Italian restaurant in Orlando that has mastered the art of exceptional dining. We are open for dinner seven days a week and feature a Northern Italian menu that has delighted guests from all over the world. We are famous for our freshly made pasta, enormous veal chops and Chilean Sea Bass over a shrimp risotto. We also have an extensive wine list and full bar, with a sommelier to help answer your wine pairing questions.

Best Restaurant in Orlando -
"With more than 45 years of distinctive culinary experience, I am convinced that success comes down to this: One restaurant, in one location, serving the highest quality cuisine, the best service and a friendly atmosphere in which to enjoy it." - Chris Christini

Dress code: Business Elegant

* Guests ages 6 and above are invited to dine at this establishment.

*Please No Infants. No strollers. No exceptions.

Visit our Website for more Seating Options!

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DavidVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Great restaurant, super wait staff and excellent food.

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