I am an HUGE foodie & Orlando local of 5 years who has visited 250+ food spots around the city. from quick bites to unique dining experiences, these are my best of the best!
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breakfast & brunch
casual lunch/dinner
special occasion spots
bars
coffee & tea
ice cream & dessert
breakfast & brunch
my favorite breakfast & brunch places, from a grab-and-go bagel/empanada, to cute brunch spots with great atmosphere.
the best empanadas I've ever had – the perfect quick breakfast.
Pa' Paraguana – Kissimmee
fabulous, FRESH bagels!
Jeff's Bagel Run – Multiple Locations
Wine Bar George has amazing lunch and dinner, but I think their brunch is criminally underrated.
Wine Bar George – Disney Springs
I love their cozy, quirky atmosphere, and they have the best BLT in town.
White Wolf Cafe – Ivanhoe Village
an Orlando staple for a reason. delicious baked goods & breakfast/brunch items.
Se7enBites – Milk District
casual lunch/dinner
the restaurants in my regular rotation – featuring many different cuisines.
the best Chinese food I have ever had!
Chuan Fu – Winter Park
old Florida vibes. get their chopped tomato salad & empanadas de picadillo
Columbia Restaurant – Celebration
the BEST korean BBQ! divey atmosphere but delicious food.
Bulgogi House Korean Restaurant – West Colonial
the best Indian food in Orlando. they are also very accomodating for allergies if that is a concern for you!
Bombay Street Kitchen – OBT
PHENOMENAL Thai food. get: beef jerky, coconut shrimp, isan sausage, tom sum thai, tom kha, and mango sticky rice.
Isan Zaap Thai Cafe – Millenia
a hole-in-the-wall spot with the best Vietnamese food you will ever have!
Pho Hoa – Milk District
perfectly executed handmade udon noodles and tempura in a trendy, cozy atmosphere.
Zaru – Mills 50
special occasion spots
my go-to restaurants to get dressed up, celebrate, and splurge a bit. all of the spots on this list have not only great food, but a unique and upscale ambiance.
my favorite restaurant in Orlando. get: patatas bravas, bacon wrapped dates, octopus, pork belly, chocolate lava cake.
Capa – Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
their bone-in ribeye is the BEST. amazing ambiance & food.
Toledo – Disney's Coronado Springs Resort
views of the Magic Kingdom fireworks & a luxurious 3-course meal.
California Grill – Disney's Contemporary Resort
elevated Cuban food & trendy ambiance. get the skirt steak.
Otto's High Dive – Milk District
beautiful restaurant with delicious, African-inspired food. get the short rib & malva pudding.
Jiko – Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge
Coro is a foodie's dream, with each dish bursting with culinary creativity and flavor.
Coro Restaurant – Audubon Park
my favorite spot for girls' night, with tasty tapas and an eccentric, electric atmosphere.
Café Tu Tu Tango – International Drive
bars
when it comes to bars, I look for spots with a cozy, unique atmosphere and delicious craft cocktails. delicious food is a plus.
delicious food and drinks with a chic, trendy vibe. it does get very busy, so keep that in mind if you plan to visit.
TORI TORI – Mills 50
immersive vinyl listening lounge with a great espresso martini.
Alfie's HiFi – Mills 50
I love Bull & Bush's cozy English pub-inspired atmosphere. their sister bar next door, Sportstown, is also a great choice.
Bull & Bush Pub – Milk District
cool speakeasy with a gorgeous rooftop & awesome city vibes.
Hanson's Shoe Repair – Downtown Orlando
vibey speakeasy with delicious drinks.
Mathers Social Gathering – Downtown Orlando
coffee & tea
the best coffee & tea shops in Orlando, from an iced coffee & matcha lover who does not want her drinks to be too sweet.
their Vietnamese coffee with sea salt foam is my favorite coffee in Orlando!
Black Phin Coffee Bar – Winter Park
my favorite matcha in Orlando! it is soooo good.
Saikō – OBT
delicious matcha drinks & desserts. their rose latte is my fav!
Matcha Cafe Maiko – Multiple Locations
the best strawberry matcha latte in Orlando
Haan Coffee – Mills 50
their drinks aren't my favorite, but Stardust is an Orlando institution with incredible ambiance that feels like a 90s time capsule.
Stardust Video & Coffee – Audubon Park
ice cream & dessert
gotta have a sweet treat!
market stand serving fluffy shaved ice with yummy toppings.
Saigon Snow – Mills 50
these massive, decedent cookies are famous in Orlando. my hack is to avoid the crazy lines at Disney Springs & go to their East End Market location.
Gideon's Bakehouse – Audubon Park
Mickey Mouse beignets always hit!
Scat Cat's Club – Disney's Port Orleans Resort
I am obsessed with their olive oil ice cream.
Salt & Straw – Disney Springs
their house made s'more is incredible – just trust me on this one!
