Orlando, A Magical Menu
Orlando, A Magical Menu
Ava Abreu
As an Orlando local, I have had plenty of time to explore the fantastic food scene. Whenever family and friends visit, they always ask for local places to grab a bite. I like to recommend these local legends to anyone who asks, especially because they have such a fun vibe and delicious food.
*continuously updating*
**all mentioned restaurants also have at least some vegetarian options š±š„
***bilingual staff is also denoted š¤
If you follow me on Instagram (@_teentraveler_) this was the Orlando menu guide!
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Restaurants
Yellow Dog Eats
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Best sandwich shop in central Florida! Thereās BBQ, cold cuts, Mac and cheese, and sides galore. Iāve had exclusively good experiences here, and eating on site is so fun. The vibe of the restaurant is what local Florida is all about with vintage signs, and the walls graffiti from previous customers, itās fun and homely and a must see in Orlando.
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The Hampton Social - Orlando
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I think this is the most instagrammable place on this list. Itās so cute and in an amazing area with a bunch of photo spots too. The food has been nothing but tasty and I love coming back here for brunches with my friends.
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Chroma Modern Bar + Kitchen
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One of my favorite restaurants in Orlando, period. (Although technically, this is in Lake Nona, which is another gorgeous area, and has a lot of cool AI automated stuff). I love the dessert and tapas style of this restaurant and the vibes are just immaculate.
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Hawkers Asian Street Food
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They catered for my graduation party if that tells you something about how much I like them. They are so so tasty and the roti is mmmhmmmm. The restaurant itās self has a super co night lights vibe, and Iāve ordered takeout a few times and they have NEVER messed it up, which is highly appreciated.
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Bonsai Sushi
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My favorite sushi spot. The food is all delicious personally I recommend the Tango Roll! The sashimi is fresh and you can see things being made right in front of you. Plus the fried ice cream and mochi desserts are delicious. The staff is also very kind!!
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JazTro By Chef D.O.C.
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This is a family run business! Iāve met the owner/head chef and he is so nice, plus he personally goes out every morning and buys the ingredients for the day. Once he runs out of ingredients he closes shop, so try to call ahead. Itās a small restaurant with big flavors and I definitely recommend it!!
*the staff speaks Spanish and English:)
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Le Cafe De Paris
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Absolutely delicious crepes here. Savory and sweet. Plus they have quiches and other bakery delicacies. I go here every time I come back from Uni, and my favorite dessert is the Nutella crepe, highly recommend!!
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Bella Tuscany
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Super authentic Italian food with rich flavors and a nice aesthetic. The staff was very accommodating and this is my favorite Italian restaurant in Orlando. Everytime I go, I get something different and not once have I been disappointed. I definitely think this is a must try.
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Osphere Neighborhood Grill and Bar
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The views from this restaurant of the Lake Eola waterfront are the best. Itās a beautiful view with some tasty treats. I recommend the tomato soup with grilled Mac and cheese itās big portions and it warms the heart!
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First Watch
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One of the best brunches Iāve had in Orlando! Everything was so tasty and oml do they give you big portions! Plus the service was super fast and the restaurant has cool farm to table meets diner vibes. I will def be back again :)
(Personally, I recommend the blueberry lemon cornbread :))
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Island Fin Poke, windermere
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This was my go-to in high school. It is always tasty and there are big portions too, so be ready to have some leftovers. If you want dessert they have some delicious dole whip! And the owners are so nice too!
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Agave Azul Kirkman
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Consistently tasty. Personally, I adore the street corn they have here, so I highly recommend! Also they make really good drinks!!
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NYPD Pizza Metro West
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My familyās go-to pizza place and we grew up in Jersey, so that means a lot. The crust is mwah and the restaurant has the staple of every good Italian pizzeria (a Frank Sinatra poster).
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Dragonfly Robata Grill & Sushi
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One of the higher-end restaurants on this list, and it is super tasty! The decor and ambiance is great and the Orlando Car Club eats in this plaza weekly, so if you catch them you can see Rolls Royceās, Bentleys, and more.
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Enzo's Hideaway Tunnel Bar
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My favorite restaurant in Disney Springs! I love the ambiance and outfits, itās still an eating experience but itās not like DISNEY Disney if that makes sense. Plus the food here is all scrumptious.
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VIVO Italian Kitchenā¢
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One of my favorite places to eat at Citywalk. Itās on the main strip so you get a view, and it is so pretty and quite tasty.
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Tapa Toro
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My favorite place to eat at I-Drive. The Spanish food is delicious, and definitely check the website, because thereās a daily show for dinner I think and it is amazing. The dance does traditional flamencošš½ and the dinner with a show is just mwah! Bonus - the sangria is delicious!! Also this place is great for sharing since the paella is traditionally served in very large platters.
*Staff speaks English and Spanish*
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14 Bis Pizzeria Brazilian = American
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Tasty and the vibes are incredible. The whole restaurant is decorated like a plane/airport and the Brazilian flare just makes the food so tasty. Perfect for groups with shareable and personal pies.
*workers speak Portuguese and English, some also speak Spanish*
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Bosphorous Turkish Cuisine
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So tasty and the consistency between locations is great. The decor is so pretty and I love the Turkish lights. The portion sizes were good and the service was fast and friendly. There are authentic and rich flavors and I canāt wait to go back!
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Christinis Ristorante Italiano
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High end Italian. The inside is beautiful and has so much history. The food was clearly made with so much attention to detail and itās soooo good!
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Daddy Ninja Restaurant
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Cool fushion between Japan and the Dominican Republic with this amazing new cushion spot. If you are near Kissimmee, I definitely think this is worth a try!
*Staff speaks English and Spanish, and I believe the main tell checks know Japanese as well.
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Soupa Saiyan
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Any Dragon Ball lovers dream with customized decor from sneakers to skate decks to figurines and lifesized statues. As someone who doesnāt watch anime even I was impressed by the world building of this restaurant and more importantly I was impressed by the delicious food!!
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Bulla Gastrobar
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Beautiful restaurant that is consistently tasty. Iāve eaten here a few times and itās always been quite delicious!! If you like tapas this is the place for you.
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Saffron Indian Cuisine
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My favorite Indian restaurant in Orlando. Every time I go, we get great service and even better food. The naans and the desserts are š, the main courses are no doubt the BEST!! Youāll leave full wishing there was more space in your stomachs to order something else.
*bilingual staff!! I believe Hindi is the second language spoken here :)
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AVA MediterrAegean
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This place was so classy and was truly an elevated dining experience. The staff was amazing and every dish was presented in such an aesthic way, plus tasted delicious. I swear I could taste the higher quality in the food. I really recommend the Shrimp and Eggplant Arrabbiata! But beware this elevated dining comes at an elevated price $$$$$
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Desserts
The Glass Knife
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This might be the most instagramable place I have ever visited. Additionally there desserts are all like art pieces while simultaneously being huge!! The desserts and sandwiches are super beautiful and super tasty, and this is the perfect location for a cute anniversary, birthday, or celebration among friends if you want something beautiful and tasty.
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Gideon's Bakehouse
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These cookies are ONE FULL POUND, like HUGEEEE!! And absolutely delicious. Honestly, Iām not above taking a 30 minute drive just for these cookies š¤
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Crumbl - Vineland
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Big cookies with bigger flavors. These are legit a full meal and are always tasty, the flavors rotate depending on the month, so check the instagram in advanced to know what your walking into. Beware of the lines tho, they can be outrageous.
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Jeremiah's Italian Ice
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Tasty and the Southeast version of Ritaās (or maybe Ritaās is the Northeast version of Jeremiahās). Always has lots of different combos and a long line but donāt worry it moves fast ;)
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Drinks
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MĆGE TEE - Sandlake
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My go-to boba shop thatās connected to a donut and corndog spot if your really hungry !
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Achilles Art Cafe (Hiawassee)
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Very allectic and vintage shop with good drinks, but beware the food takes a long time to come out (itās always delicious when itās done tho).
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Ava Abreu
Hi! Iām Ava, an eco-explorer, travel journaler, postcard collector, pen pal, and person who takes wayyyyyy too many photos while on vacation. I am living in Hong Kong, and have lived in Los Angeles and Orlando, and I'm moving to Milan next year. I mainly travel with my family or other University students!
I'm a pro at finding Instagrammable cafes, hidden food markets, and in spite of my horrible pollen allergies gardens. I love museums and shopping/taking classes from locals! If you want to check out some of the places I have been or my travel style, you can check out my blog (www.teentraveler.blog).
Whether you are an experienced globetrotter or an aspiring traveler, I hope you join me on this adventure to explore our beautiful planet and create unforgettable memories.
Wishing you safe travels!
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