Best Casual Restaurants in South Orlando

41 restaurants available nearby

1. BACÁN

4.7

Exceptional(1215)

Price: Very Expensive

• Latin American • Lake Nona South

Booked 52 times today

Come dine with Michelin Guide awarded Chef Guillaume Robin at the Fabulous Wave Hotel. Influenced by the many flavors of Central and South America, and centered around a dramatic open theater kitchen, BACÁN is elevated yet approachable, innovative, and just a little bit unexpected.To ensure the most sophisticated experience, we politely request all guests be respectful in their choice of attire while adhering to the following guidelines. For gentlemen we consider tank tops, sleeveless shirts, ripped jeans and flip flops too casual for our restaurant. Ladies are encouraged to wear dresses and skirts, casual dress pants, or jeans (no rips) with a stylish top. All guests should refrain from wearing ball caps, team athletic wear or clothing with offensive language. Any guest denied entry due to our dress code can be accommodated immediately or in the future after adhering to our attire guidelines.For larger party reservations, please email us at dining@lakenonawavehotel.com.

2. Garni Café

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4.5

Awesome(5)

Price: Expensive

• Café • Lake Nona South

Booked 9 times today

A casual French menu comes to life in our botanical-inspired Café, which serves breakfast, brunch, and dinner daily. Fresh, flavorful, and colorful dishes bring a unique French flair to Lake Nona. A botanical-inspired dining room sets the stage for fresh and flavorful dishes and colorful beverages.For larger group dining reservations of 11-20 guests, we require a prefix menu. Please contact our dining reservations team: dining@lakenonawavehotel.com or 407-675-2481. Include your name, the date of your reservation, and the number of guests in your party and we will get back to you within 24 hours. Wave Pool for Cabana and Day passes please visit: https://lakenonawavehotel.ipoolside.com/

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3. Nona Blue Modern Tavern

4.8

Exceptional(2534)

Price: Moderate

• American • South Orlando

Booked 48 times today

“This is food the way we like to eat,” says Joe Davi, Founding Partner at Nona Blue.Davi and Bill Bona, also Founding Partner at Nona Blue, saw American dining trending toward smaller portions with different tastes; sharing at tables had always been an option, now it was being encouraged. As the vision for Nona Blue began to come into focus, Bona and Davi began crafting their “Shareables” menu, featuring items that can be passed among an entire table or serve as a meal for a single guest.

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4. TARTINI Pizzeria and Spaghetteria

4.9

Exceptional(85)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Pine Castle

Booked 1 time today

Tartini Pizzeria & Spaghetteria is a rustic and fresh concept bringing the best quality with unique flavors that only oak wood can bring, fresh products made at home and a feeling of family for anyone that would like to become part of the Tartini family.

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5. Marlow's Tavern - Lee Vista

4.5

Awesome(167)

Price: Moderate

• American • Lee Vista

Booked 4 times today

Whether you're looking for a great spot for dinner, a place to grab a quick lunch, or a night of drinks with your friends, Marlow's Tavern is the perfect place for you and your guests! Our restaurant is a great place to get a high quality, made from scratch meal in Lee Vista, where our menu includes tavern favorites like our grilled Atlantic salmon and our classic Southern staple of shrimp and grits.Here at Marlow's, we embrace a relaxed neighborhood feeling. This is a great place where friends, coworkers, and family can come together over a great meal. Marlow's offers classic tavern seating, and a few flat screens to let you enjoy the big game, but that aren't distracting from your company. There's also a patio to welcome you to outdoor dining, where you can enjoy handcrafted cocktails and enjoy some sunshine all at once.

6. Primo

4.6

Exceptional(1621)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • I Drive / Sand Lake

Booked 55 times today

We are honored that Primo has been designated a Recommended Restaurant in the inaugural Florida 2022 MICHELIN Guide. Led by award-winning chef Melissa Kelly, our restaurant serves authentic Italian cuisine, featuring organic produce and a carefully crafted wine list. The menu focuses on the farm-to-table experience with seasonal highlights including produce, honey and eggs sourced from on-premises Primo Garden and Whisper Creek Farm in addition to Mick's Farm and Frog Song Organics in the local community. All seafood is also locally sourced from Florida waters, including clams from Cedar Key, white shrimp and squid from Cape Canaveral, and Snapper, grouper, and other seasonal catch from Ponce Inlet. Mountain Trail Farm in Clermont, FL provides Primo with whole pigs, which are prepared several different ways. Primo also has a long-standing relationship with Lake Meadows Naturals in Ocoee, FL for chicken and ducks.

7. Knife & Spoon

4.7

Exceptional(1353)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • I Drive / Sand Lake

Booked 26 times today

Knife & Spoon is the signature steak and seafood restaurant in the Ritz-Carlton Orlando Grande Lakes led by Chef Tyler Kineman. The restaurant was awarded a coveted MICHELIN Star in the 2022 & 2023 edition of the MICHELIN Guide Florida. Resort Casual: Please refrain from wearing athletic apparel and swim attire or cover ups in the main dining room.Corkage policy: Guests are invited to bring in up to two 750ml bottles with a $50 corkage fee per bottle. The wines cannot be featured on our wine list. Knife & Spoon is conceived by Chef John Tesar who was called "the single most talented cook I ever worked with" by Anthony Bourdain. Tesar came up as a chef in New York City at 13 Barrow St, Vine, and the Supper Club. He then went on to open two restaurants in Dallas that have been named among the best in the country by Bon Appetit, Eater and Esquire. He has garnered praise from Food and Wine, and The New York Times and is a two-time contestant on Bravo's "Top Chef."

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8. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - I-Drive, FL

4.6

Exceptional(7979)

Price: Moderate

• American • I Drive / Sand Lake

Booked 123 times today

Experience the perfect fusion of award-winning wines, Napa-style tasting rooms, and modern casual dining at Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants. Enjoy contemporary American cuisine influenced by international flavors from our scratch kitchen. Each dish is expertly paired with our selection of wines for the best food and wine match. Whether you explore the tasting room for a pre- or post-dinner adventure or join the world's largest wine club, we believe in the power of food and wine to create lasting connections. Dining reservations are highly recommended, but walk-in guests are always welcome on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gluten-free and vegetarian dishes are available.

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9. Vincenzo Cucina Italiana

4.5

Awesome(2056)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • I Drive / Sand Lake

Booked 18 times today

OpenTable's Diners Choice Award 2024, Vincenzo's Casual-chic, vibrant spot has become one of Orlando's Top award-winning Italian restaurants since 2014. Voted Best Italian, Neighborhood Gem, Golden Fork, Orlando Sentinel Foodie, & more.Our menu offers a rich tapestry of tastes, perfect for adventurous palates and those who cherish traditional comfort dishes. Vincenzo's is celebrated for its in-house pastas, premium seafood, and steaks, complemented by a full bar and a comprehensive wine selection. This family-friendly, casual-dress eatery also features a children's menu and outdoor patio seating.Drop in for happy hour, dinner, or a romantic night out. Whether it's the aroma of freshly baked bread, the scent of garlic simmering in sauce, or the fragrance of fresh seafood & steaks, you're about to embark on an authentic Italian experience.

10. Sushi Saint

4.7

Exceptional(158)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Downtown Orlando

Booked 11 times today

Visit our website sushisaint.com/omakase to book our new $100 8-seat Omakase experience. Sushi Saint, located in Downtown Orlando's Creative Village inside the Brew Theory brewery, is a temaki hand roll bar & sushi lounge by Michelin-starred chef Michael Collantes. Each hand roll is made fresh and handed one-by-one to ensure its consumed in its freshest state. Sushi Saint features many beers on tap manufactured on-site, a selection of low ABV sake-based cocktails and sake by the glass.Made-to-order hand rolls are prepared with the finest global selection of premium seafood, at both the temaki bar and sushi lounge. The lounge menu is designed to elevate date nights and intimate group outings with DIY hand rolls, nigiri platter and other small bites.Walk-ins are welcome. Reservations are recommended for the 12-seat temaki bar for a more personalized experience in front of the chefs.We accept all major credit cards and are a cashless facility.

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ChristineVIP
Columbus •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Delicious and creative food with complex and unique flavors. Fantastic service - professional and proactive, warm and welcoming. An innovative dining experience overall, not to be missed. Thank you!
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BACÁNPrice: Very Expensive• Latin American• Lake Nona South
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4.7
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Tere
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The service was superb and the staff were super accommodating to all our requests. Food was excellent and the carrot cake is a must have!!
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Nona Blue Modern TavernPrice: Moderate• American• South Orlando
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4.8
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Ramon
Orlando / Central Florida East •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
I was surprised by the new menu. I sampled the gnocchi, shrimp, burger eggs benedict, cro madame, and brino, and all were excellent. The restaurant is beautiful, and after the meal, a walk around the hotel's sculpture garden is a must.
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Garni CaféPrice: Expensive• Café• Lake Nona South
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4.5
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John
South Carolina •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 20 Dec 2024
Last minute choice after reading reviews. Sebastian was a great waiter. My wife h had salmon that she said was great. I had the burger that was really good but the French fries were awesome
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Marlow's Tavern - Lee VistaPrice: Moderate• American• Lee Vista
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4.5
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Maria
Orlando / Central Florida East •1 review
5.0
Dined on 4 Dec 2024
The food was EXCELENT!!! GREAT Service! The music was a little louder but it was a really good dinner.
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TARTINI Pizzeria and SpaghetteriaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Pine Castle
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4.9

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41 restaurants available nearby

1. BACÁN

2. Garni Café

3. Nona Blue Modern Tavern

4. TARTINI Pizzeria and Spaghetteria

5. Marlow's Tavern - Lee Vista

6. Primo

7. Knife & Spoon

8. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - I-Drive, FL

9. Vincenzo Cucina Italiana

10. Sushi Saint

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