Suggestions for Orlando restaurants?

[DVCMikey]

We will be going to WDW last week in oct/first week in nov.


we have been down many times and were thinking of maybe finding a nice place to eat outside the parks. We will be at the food and wine festival as much as possible but are just thinking of maybe making a night out of the park area.

we like steakhouses and italian and american.

not big seafood eaters. thanks

 

[bankr63]

We will be going to WDW last week in oct/first week in nov.


we have been down many times and were thinking of maybe finding a nice place to eat outside the parks. We will be at the food and wine festival as much as possible but are just thinking of maybe making a night out of the park area.

we like steakhouses and italian and american.

not big seafood eaters. thanks

A few questions first as it can make a big difference in the suggestions you get.

1) Adults only or family dining?
2) Any price points?
3) Are you interested in chain restaurant family fare, all-you-can-eat-without-exploding buffet, or fine dining?
4) What is your favorite Disney restaurant that you would hold this up to?

Without recommending anything specific, we always check the Orlando Sentinel's dining section (available on-line) to see what is hot and new and well rated. Orlando actually has a very good dining scene outside the world; you can get almost anything you want...

Note: most threads on dining here seem to lean heavily to the buffet side; google any restaurant suggestions to see if it is what you really want. Almost everyone has their menu online nowadays.

 

[DVCMikey]

A few questions first as it can make a big difference in the suggestions you get.

1) Adults only or family dining?
2) Any price points?
3) Are you interested in chain restaurant family fare, all-you-can-eat-without-exploding buffet, or fine dining?
4) What is your favorite Disney restaurant that you would hold this up to?

Without recommending anything specific, we always check the Orlando Sentinel's dining section (available on-line) to see what is hot and new and well rated. Orlando actually has a very good dining scene outside the world; you can get almost anything you want...

Note: most threads on dining here seem to lean heavily to the buffet side; google any restaurant suggestions to see if it is what you really want. Almost everyone has their menu online nowadays.

Adults only. chains are ok but we have them at home so rather something unique to the FL or Orlando area.

 

[Detailor]

For Steakhouses, how about Charley's Steakhouse? There's one on International Drive and another off SR192 in Kissimmee near Celebration.

Or DelFrisco's in northern Orlando (or just north of Orlando) up near Winter Park.

Dick Taylor

 

[bankr63]

For an adults only meal our favorite remains Seasons 52 on West Sand Lake (Dr. Phillips area). They have a seasonally varied menu with a focus on local foods. Quality and presentation are very good, portions are reasonable (not huge). Deserts come in cool little glasses; they are all 2-bites; just enough to calm the sweet tooth without sending insulin levels off the chart.

 

[LisaxMarie]

Itallian - Carrabbas, or this one by outback steak house i forgot its name, i think its caloled DiMaggios or something (ill find out tomorrow because ill be in WDW)

Steak - Black Angus

 

[DVCMikey]

Itallian - Carrabbas, or this one by outback steak house i forgot its name, i think its caloled DiMaggios or something (ill find out tomorrow because ill be in WDW)

Steak - Black Angus

http://blackangusorlando.com/

this place actually looks really good.

 

[livingskies78]

This a list I got from the owner of the townhouse we rented. I have no reviews as this is our first time to Flordia

Red Lobster 7780 W Irlo Bronson Meml Hwy Kissimmee 321-677-0191 1.5 Miles
Friday’s ** 7798 W Irlo Bronson Meml Hwy Kissimmee 407-397-4300 1.5 Miles
Key W Kool’s Very Good a Bit Expensive 7725 W Irlo Bronson Meml Hwy Kissimmee 407-396-1166 1.5 Miles
Outback Steak House ** 7804 W Irlo Bronson Meml Hwy Kissimmee 407-396-0017 1.5 Miles
Giordano’s ** 7866 W Irlo Bronson Meml Hwy Kissimmee 407-397-0044 1.5 Miles
Cracker Barrel Restaurant** 7878 W Irlo Bronson Meml Hwy Kissimmee 407-390-1190 1.6 Miles
Dairy Queen 7868 W Irlo Bronson Meml Hwy Kissimmee 407-390-8175 1.6 Miles
Subway Sandwiches 7856 W Irlo Bronson Meml Hwy Kissimmee 407-397-7119 1.6 Miles
Taste of China 7832 W Irlo Bronson Meml Hwy Kissimmee 407-397-9911 1.5 Miles
Magic Mining Co 7763 W Irlo Bronson Meml Hwy Kissimmee 407-396-8986 1.5 Miles
Taco Bell 7784 W Irlo Bronson Meml Hwy Kissimmee 407-390-0385 1.5 Miles
Burger King 7757 W Irlo Bronson Meml Hwy Kissimmee 407-239-4363 1.5 Miles
Mc Donald’s 7627 W Irlo Bronson Meml Hwy Kissimmee 407-396-1536 1.5 Miles
Passage to India 7618 W Irlo Bronson Meml Hwy Kissimmee 407-396-6957 1.5 Miles
Waffle House 7696 W Irlo Bronson Meml Hwy Kissimmee 407-397-9550 1.5 Miles
Sizzler 7602 W Irlo Bronson Meml Hwy Kissimmee 407-397-0997 1.5 Miles
Golden Corral 7702 W Irlo Bronson Meml Hwy Kissimmee 407-390-9615 1.5 Miles
Dunkin Donuts 7646 W Irlo Bronson Meml Hwy Kissimmee 407-397-7060 1.5 Miles
Ponderosa Steak House 7598 W Irlo Bronson Meml Hwy Kissimmee 407-396-7721 1.5 Miles
Denny’s 7631 W Irlo Bronson Meml Hwy Kissimmee 407-396-0757 1.5 Miles
Fiorino New York Pizza 7531 W Irlo Bronson Meml Hwy Kissimmee 407-390-9664 1.5 Miles
Ihop Restaurant 7529 W Irlo Bronson Meml Hwy Kissimmee 407-396-2033 1.5 Miles
Black Angus 7516 W Irlo Bronson Meml Hwy Kissimmee 407-390-4548 1.5 Miles
Take Japanese Restaurant 7818 W Irlo Bronson Meml Hwy Kissimmee 407-390-0333 1.5 Miles
Perkins Family Restaurant 7451 W Irlo Bronson Meml Hwy Kissimmee 407-396-0845 1.6 Miles



Chick-Fil-A 7891 W Irlo Bronson Meml Hwy Kissimmee FL 407-787-4001 1.6 Miles
Bob Evans Restaurant 7411 W Irlo Bronson Meml Hwy Kissimmee FL 407-396-8599 1.7 Miles
Angel’s Diner Lobster Feast 7300 W Irlo Bronson Meml Hwy Kissimmee FL 407-397-1960 1.7 Miles
China Star Restaurant 14944 E Orange Lake Blvd 407-238-0029 1.7 Miles
Pizza Hut 8557 W Irlo Bronson Meml Hwy Kissimmee FL 407-239-4456 2.2 Miles
Beef O’ Brady’s 8687 W Irlo Bronson Meml Hwy Kissimmee FL 407-239-7710 2.4 Miles
Ace Plus Chinese Buffet 8620 W Irlo Bronson Meml Hwy Kissimmee FL 407-390-7588 2.2 Miles
Domino’s Pizza 8687 W Irlo Bronson Meml Hwy Kissimmee FL 407-239-7710 2.4 Miles
Moe’s Southwest Grill 19 Blake Blvd Kissimmee FL 321-939-2455 5.1 Miles
Wow Café & Wingery 17 Blake Blvd Kissimmee FL 321-939-0371 5.1 Miles
Smokey Bones BBQ Grill 2911 Vineland Road Kissimmee FL 407-397-7102 9.5 Miles
Cold Stone Creamery 15 Blake Blvd Kissimmee FL 321-939-2897 5.1 Miles
Churchills 8687 W Irlo Bronson Meml Hwy Kissimmee FL 407-238-0333 2.4 Miles
Carrabba’s 7890 W. Irlo Bronson Hwy., Kissimmee, FL (407) 390-9600 1.5 Miles
Chatham's Place http://www.chathamsplace.com/

 

[Art 1]

Ruths's Chris is good, Sand Lake Rd just west of I-4.

 

[Art 1]

Also Colombia Restaurant in Celebration. If you have the time it is worth driving to the St. Armands location in Sarasota.

 

[Art 1]

Fleming's Steakhouse at Lee Rd. and 17/92 in Winter Park or Del Frisco's on Lee Rd. just west of I/4. Season's 52 is alright as well.

 

[bankr63]

Also Colombia Restaurant in Celebration. If you have the time it is worth driving to the St. Armands location in Sarasota.

Oooh, we still want to try this one. We hit Bongo's in DTD because it was convenient after La Nouba. HUGE mistake!!! I've heard really good things about Colombia. Top of our list for the next trip!

 

[DVCMikey]

Oooh, we still want to try this one. We hit Bongo's in DTD because it was convenient after La Nouba. HUGE mistake!!! I've heard really good things about Colombia. Top of our list for the next trip!

We wanted to try bangos. I guess you didn't think it was good?

 

[Missyrose]

Cafe Tu Tu Tango

Everything you order is small plates, all different types of food. Awesome sangria, too!

 

[Art 1]

We wanted to try bangos. I guess you didn't think it was good?

We have eaten there many, many times. We enjoy the 9 pm show. The last two times we were there it was pretty bad. One of the times the service was so bad that we laughed the whole way through the meal. We used to really enjoy the place and hope that they get their act together soon.

 

[spiceycat]

Perkins - good food - small cost.

go to the one of US192 - not 535 - 535 is a little closer to Disney - and it gets the crowds.

us 192 is not generally crowded.

 

[LisaxMarie]

http://blackangusorlando.com/

this place actually looks really good.

I just arrived in Orlando today, and we passed Black Angus and it is closed down. The sign is still up, so maybe they are doing refurb, cuz it didn't look too disasterous and the place was kinda old fashion. However, there is another steak place across from it. It's pretty big and has neon lights, I think it's next the Mcdonalds on 192, and its DELISH. Expensive but delish. :/
Angels was also good, but not as nice of Clientel.
I do strongly suggest Carrabbas tho, they have good steak and itallian fare.

 

[karice2]

If you want a really great adult dining experience try the bull and bear restaurant at the Waldorf. The chocolate Souffle is to die for. The steaks there are amazing. Really great atmosphere. I always make a ressie there when I am in town.

 

[bankr63]

We wanted to try bangos. I guess you didn't think it was good?

It is geared to getting you out quickly. The service was so quick, it was rushed. And our meals appeared SO quickly it could only have come off of a steam table. There is no way that food can be prepared fresh that quickly, and the quality and heat showed it.

The only saving grace was a yummy Mojito; there was no live entertainment when we were there...

 

[Brian Noble]

If there is a chain "family restaurant" with two or more locations anywhere in the continental US, you can be sure that one of those locations is within 5 minutes of a WDW border. Like invasive weeds in a garden, they tend to choke out anything local.

You can go a little more upscale up by the convention center, with their expense-account-bearing guests, but still need to search a little for something "local". The Dr. Phillips area is one place to look.