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Orlando is considered as the land of magic where one can experience a fairytale like vacation. Apart from being the host of the Walt Disney, this place is a paradise for the foodies as well. Remember the days of the “Land of Mouse”? The city was literally called that not longer before even 10 years ago; it was called the “Home of the Food Chains. Since then the newly popped up restaurant chains add to the ever-expanding grocery list of food chains.

12 Best Restaurants In Orlando To Dine-In

The well-rounded dining scene here, in Orlando, is really the attraction here. Here we have put together a fairly conclusive list of all the yum-centers of Orlando!

1. Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’

delicious Southern dishes

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If you are in for some Southern food, it’s in here where you get to taste some of the most delicious Southern dishes that makes you question whether you really are in Orlando! The food tastes much like the old taste of a Southern Grandma’s kitchen. Best part is that the helpin’s here are healthy and they are many in numbers.

Must Try: Church Lady Deviled Eggs, Thigh High Chicken Biscuits, Addie Mae’s Chicken and Dumpling Soup
Location: 1602 E Buena Vista Dr, Lake Buena Vista, FL
Timings: 11 am – 11 pm

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2. Ace Cafe Orlando

keeping all its original elements

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This one is a brand new restaurant and a long time coming one. The Ace Café is found its shelter in a building which has the legacy to be deeply rooted in the heritage of Orlando. The magnificent fact about the place is that the owners have completely restored the space and kept its original charm absolutely intact, keeping all its original elements. The concept of the restaurant is British and the menu is old-school American that features British staples.

Must Try: Bangers and Mash, Meatloaf and Pastrami come chips and many more
Location: 100 W Livingston St, Orlando, FL
Timings: 11 am – 10 pm

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3. Tin & Taco

Food is fresh, tacos are made in-house

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The mantra here is everything local and everything new! Tin & Taco focuses on its exquisite craft beers and some tacos. You don’t get the basic buds here or you can’t taste the Rockies here. Food is fresh, tacos are made in-house.This one, as unique as it stands to be, is not the first concept by its owner Rob Bair and he has many future plans like this coming soon.

Must Try: Try the Tacos with Tender meat
Location: 40 W Washington St, Orlando, FL 32801
Timings: 11 am – 12 am

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4. Reyes Mezcaleria

offers enough mezcal and tequila.

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The restaurant Reyes Mezcaleria has only recently opened and the location is same as the old Citrus Restaurant that was on the N. Orange Ave, in the North Quarter. The restaurant is presented by the same people who brought and popularized the Seito Sushi as well as The Osprey Tavern. The restaurant flaunts its décor of trendy Tulum and offers enough mezcal and tequila.

Must Try: Enchiladas, Cotija Corn and Osso Bucco
Location: 821 N Orange Ave, Orlando, FL
Timings: 11 am – 10 pm

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5. Hunger St. Tacos

menu that it boasts

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The Hunger St. Tacos oozes of the smell of Mexico city, the painted interior that it flaunts and the menu that it boasts, all feels like you have landed in Mexico itself. And lucky for us, the tacos here are no exception; they taste like authentic Mexican tacos.

Must Try: Chicharrón De Queso, Sautéed Hibiscus, Guac Taco, Chicken Tinga Tostadas
Location: 2103 W Fairbanks Ave, Winter Park, FL
Timings: 11 am – 9 pm

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6. The Waterfront

 new scratch kitchen restaurants

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Here is one of the new scratch kitchen restaurants where you get all the old Orlando staples. The Waterfront has been long awaited and been in the making for some time. The specialty here is you get everything here in house. The view is outstanding, out of the world and the food is awesome.

Must Try: Burger Meat
Location: 4201 S Orange Ave, Orlando, FL 32806
Timings: 11 am – 2 am

7. Muddy Waters

New Orleans style Food

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It’s a New Orleans style Food joint and here once you enter, everything you see and touch makes your huma blues tune, the interior and the décor evoke your thoughts of blues era orchestras! Hence, the name, Muddy Waters.

Must Try: Pork Belly Tacos, Chicken ‘n’ Sausage Jambalaya, Oyster Po Boys, and Shrimp and Grits.
Location: 101 S Eola Dr,Orlando, FL
Timings: 11 am – 11 pm

8. Domu

If you’re craving some authentic Japanese Ramen then this is the place to be. The chef here infuses the dishes with modern Japanese techniques, inspired by 90s hip-hop, this place makes for an ideal spot to grab a quick lunch or dinner.

Location: Domu, East End Market, 3201 Corrine Dr Suite 100, Orlando, FL 32803, USA
Timings: 5: 30 – 10 pm
Must Try: Kimchi butter chicken wings, Black Tonkotsu

9. Primo

An Italian restaurant, it boasts lip-smacking Mediterranean dishes using ingredients picked fresh from the garden on-site. Enjoy your organic meals along with a glass of wine and simply unwind at this restaurant.

Location: Primo, 4040 Central Florida Pkwy, Orlando, FL 32837, USA
Timings: 6 – 10 pm
Must Try: Wild Boar Bolognese, Pan Seared Mahi Mahi, Sea Scallops

10. Kadence

Pork dish

Any sushi lovers? Satiate your sushi cravings at one of the best family restaurants in Orlando that offers relishing and incredibly satisfying sushi and an authentic Japanese meal. Go on a food sojourn at this modern yet, authentic Japanese themed restaurant and enjoy your day.

Location: Kadence, 1809 Winter Park Rd, Orlando, FL 32803, USA
Timings: 4 – 10 pm
Must Try: Sushi

11. Enzo’s On The Lake

A historic home transformed into an upscale Italian restaurant, this place serves as an ideal spot to spend your leisurely hours indulging in wholesome meals prepared from scratch, fresh ingredients and pure love. This restaurant is one the best restaurants in Orlando and is a perfect spot to get your dates to as because of its calm and serene vibes overlooking the lake.

Location: Enzo’s On The Lake, 1130 S US Hwy 17 92, Longwood, FL 32750, USA
Timings: 5:30 – 10 pm
Must Try: Polpette, Shitaki, Penne vodka, Ravioli Della Casa

12. Santiago’s Bodega

A Spanish style Tapas restaurant, it embodies the heart and soul of its original island home in Key West, FL and counts as one of the fun restaurants in Orlando. Indulge in delish cuisine in an eclectic ambience and savour the small plate delicacies with global tastes. Fine wine, tapas, sangria and dessert – a sinful indulgence.

Location: Santiago’s Bodega, 802 Virginia Dr, Orlando, FL 32803, USA
Timings: 10 am – 2 am
Must try: Chicken Skewers, Roman meatballs, Bacon and basil wrapped mushrooms

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So all the foodies out there, we hope now you know what you have to do while in Orlando. While planning your meals already, book your customized USA holiday package with TravelTriangle and savour the taste of these delicious delicacies while in the city!


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