Thrive

★★★★☆ 4.2 (267) • $$

"The ambiance was nice. My server Jelianie was super sweet and helpful. My food, unfortunately, didn't come out great. The salad was fine (Cukes of Hazard) but the boneless Mochi Wangz were hard and dry. It's dark meat and drying out thighs is hard to do. They were also way too salty. Everyone has off days and I heard good things about the place, it's just unfortunate my wings were not edible."

Fiesta Grande

★★★★☆ 3.9 (287) • $$

"Bummed to find out the nice patio is NOT dog friendly. I guess someone's dog bit someone and the restaurant was sued and that ruined it for the rest of us. Too bad because Mt. Dora is so dog friendly...Our meal was still just ok. Servers were stretched thin so it was still a bit slow. Our server was nice and was trying. Definitely a management/staffing issue. Margaritas were better than I remembered and sitting outside was a much better experience than inside on a loud and busy night. Still prefer MezCal or Garabaldi in Apopka (and both are dog-friendly!)"

La Femme Du Fromage

★★★★☆ 4.3 (171) • $$

"Love the location, East End market is a must when in the Orlando area. Tonda, the owner, is passionate about her food and the neighborhood. Which is where she grew up and still lives. The meatloaf grilled cheese was sensational. Love the shaved cheese on the outside of the sandwich in addition to the yummy melted cheese inside."

Paella House Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.6 (201) • $$

"I found this quaint gem on Groupon, and I'm happy that I did. The paella was amazing. The calamari was great too, even though the portion was small. I could eat a table full of bread. I would definitely return. All paellas are shareable for about 2 guest."

Jimotti's Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.7 (162) • $$

"Excellent service and food.The waitress Mary is so attentive, professional and friendly. Try it and you will not be disappointed when you take your first bite of your meal. Prices are good too! This is a little quaint restaurant but it's great!"

JINYA Ramen Bar - Oviedo

★★★★☆ 4.2 (112) • $$

"We stopped by here for lunch on a random weekday, and besides the entrance being closed for renovations, we had no issues. We both ordered ramen bowls, and while the bowls were huge, you definitely had more ramen than any other ingredients. They have an option on the menu to add more sides or more ramen, and I ended up having enough left to take home for dinner. They're a little on the pricey side, but the food was tasty so it makes sense!Our waiter was very attentive, he kept our water full, and took his time going over the menu. The restaurant was also very busy, but the noise level was perfect, the music playing the background was a great touch as well. I will be back, but next time I'll order extra toppings for my ramen!"

Eola Lounge

★★★★☆ 4.3 (80)

"I'd like to thank this lounge for giving us such a warm welcome and creating a fun atmosphere to celebrate my sister's birthday on Saturday! We were greeted by Lisa and Leah, who are sisters, and their incredible customer service truly set the tone for the rest of the afternoon.While the food wasn't the best, the drinks, service, and music were absolutely top-tier! The space is small, so I highly recommend making reservations if you're coming with a large group, or you can grab a seat at the bar. We laughed, danced, drank, and ate for almost two hours--it was such a great time!Parking can be tricky; there's free street parking if you get there early, or nearby lots that charge $20. The venue itself is stunning, with beautiful interiors and outdoor seating. They start offering hookah after 2 PM, but we were leaving around that time.The DJ (@OACEKID) was phenomenal--one of the best we've experienced at a brunch in a long time! A huge thank you to the staff for letting us let our hair down, dance with others, and enjoy an amazing afternoon together. Highly recommend this spot for a fun get-together!"

Matador Tacos and Tapas Bar

★★★★☆ 3.8 (73)

"I love exploring new restaurants, and this one is right in my backyard. The menu is small, but diversified enough that there's something for everyone. The service was fantastic, and the atmosphere was very relaxing; though the music was a little loud for afternoon dining. The decor was Latin meets modern, and tastefully done. I enjoyed looking at all the interesting design elements. As for the food, the empanadas were hot, juicy and delicious. They were larger than I expected for a tapa, but no complaints from me. The beef natchos were fresh and clean. Absolutely wonderful. The only thing that would have made them better for me, was if they flavored their ground beef. It had no flavor, and I was a little disappointed by that. The cocktails were made perfectly. All fresh ingredients in the margarita, no mixes here; and the moscow mule was delicious and refreshing. I can't wait to go back and try something new off the menu."

Curious Cork Wine & Provisions

★★★★★ 4.5 (49)

"We dined on a Friday night and I pleasantly surprised to see that it wasn't jam packed. I love their self serve wine bar which gives you the opportunity to try out a variety of wines. They offer 1oz, 6oz and 9oz pours at various prices. We do feel that their prices are reasonable and sommeliers are pretty knowledgeable and available to help you make your selection. I do feel that their food menu needs a little revamping to offer more dinner items instead of just shareable plates but other than that I would recommend as it's a great addition to the Lake Nona area."

Sticky Rice Lao Street Food

★★★★☆ 4.4 • $$

"Wow the food is so affordable and it was so tasty. We got a wide variety of dishes so I'll list my favorites and then the ones I thought were ok.Yum :Larb (we got pork belly one)Lemongrass beef jerky Cucumber saladYuzu sakeOk: Curry noodle Clear chicken noodle Curry ribs (friend said it tasted like carnitas) Hard pass:Taro dumplings Sparkling sakeAmbiance: community style table seating, self serve utensils and water, wonderfully unpretentious"

Café Tu Tu Tango

★★★★☆ 4.4 • $$

"Ronnald M. deserves a yelpie for taking me to this place. I can eat brunch here every weekend, seriously this place is awesome. I can't say anything bad about it. I wish I could fit more in my stomach just for this place. Got seated immediately as I got there however it was early 10.15am. It does get packed later!The all you can eat deal is just unbelievable wow. Top dish for us was the chicken tiki masala which we ordered more than once! Competing with the banana foster waffle, that one is unbelievable! Also a must is the shrimp! And then everything else! I remember the hummus and warm flatbread, the Cuban sandwich bites, etc. Lesser favorites but still good was the noodles (cold and good but underwhelming) and as I don't like spicy: the chorizo flatbread. The taco bar is aaaaaawesome!All staff is friendly and the service is so fast. The place is vibrant, has loud old school music and Theres artists at work! The Spanish tiles and decor is great! I honestly want to go back already! And if we get Elisabeth and Luis again I know we will get another great service!And we had a nice spot on the patio while my dog was enjoying himself too, that always deserves extra points with me!!!:)"

Susuru

★★★★☆ 4.4 • $$

"My review of Susure was during a Yelp elite event back in 2020 during the Covid quarantine. Since then I've moved to NC and came to Orlando for business. I had the opportunity to do a solo dine at Susuru while in town and I had to write another review.I was blown away. I always knew they were good, but I had such a great experience, from the service, ambience, and meal. I got the Chicken Karaage, Susuru Mini Gohan and the French fries. Everything came out so fast that I couldn't figure out what I wanted to start with. The Chicken Karaage is hands down the best Chicken Karaage I've had in my life. Crispy, warm, the right amount of citrusy and the sauce was an added treat. The mini bowl was equally delicious and I highly recommend it for anyone wanting a small plate. From a service perspective, I got my fries to go, while my server Dennis was getting a box, I figured I'd ask for some extra sauce. As I'm thinking it, he had already begun to get me an extra ramekin of sauce. He was on top of it. If you have some time to make it out to Susuru. Don't pass it up."

Chroma Modern Bar + Kitchen

★★★★☆ 4.4 • $$

"Located in Lake Nona Town Center, Chroma immediately impresses with its modern design and inviting atmosphere. From the open kitchen to the variety of seating options, including a cozy outdoor lounge and covered patio, the vibe is set even before you dive into the meal.When it comes to drinks, I'm a big fan of their Smoke + Mirrors cocktail--a smoky, flavorful twist on the classic Old Fashioned with Buffalo Trace bourbon, demerara, orange, walnut and cherry wood. My wife often picks from their solid wine list. They also offer local beers from nearby Park Brewing.For food, we usually go with three tapas to share. We always make sure to leave room for the Butterscotch Bread Pudding--it's absolutely to die for. Our go-to menu items include the Brussels Sprouts, Crispy Pork Belly Pad Thai, and Lamb Sliders. We've also had great experiences taking the server's recommendations when we want to try something different.If you're in the mood to feast, their Jambalaya from the "To Feast" menu is a winner. It serves 2-4 people and has just the right amount of spice to keep things interesting.One thing we've found is that their brunch menu doesn't quite hit the same mark as the regular menu for us, so we tend to skip brunch here. That said, it's always packed when we've visited, so clearly others enjoy it.Overall, Chroma is a fantastic spot for a night out--good drinks, delicious food, and a great atmosphere. Definitely worth a visit!"

The Whiskey

★★★★☆ 4.4 • $$

"I have been wanting to come here for a long time, but it is a fair drive from my home. Then a friend of mine who lives south of Orlando wanted to get together, and we settled on this place because it was right in the middle of where we lived!We parked and walked through the doors, the place was jammed and loud, the feeling was great to walk into such a raucous place! My wife and I found our friends and we sat down. Our server was there in seconds, took our drink orders and we were off. I perused the menu and liked what I saw, I decided to go with the standard for this kind of a place- a burger! I ordered the All American Burger, and for the table, we ordered Bangin' Shrimp and Sweet Potato Waffle Fries. While it was loud in there, we had a great time, my beers were excellent and cold. They brought the appetizers and the Shrimp was awesome! My burger came next and it was exactly as expected- and delicious! the Sweet Potato fries were really good, but I preferred the regular fried with my burger.A band started playing and I realized they were friends of mine, they were great!I wish this place was closer, but I will definitely be back."