VINIA Wine & Kitchen

Being Brazilian and appreciating both Brazilian and European cuisine, and also knowing that the owners were Brazilian and that the menu featured Brazilian, Italian, and Spanish dishes (and perhaps others, but these are the ones I remember), I had been eyeing this restaurant for a while and considering trying their Bite30 and Magical Dining menus. I ended up dining here on a regular menu on a random Friday night and was not disappointed. The atmosphere is intimate, and the service is very attentive. For starters, we ordered the Brazilian cheese bread with guava sauce and the flatbread with pesto. Both were delicious, but the portions were quite small for the price. The "Rabo de Toro," braised oxtail, however, was what surprised me the most -- the meat was meltingly tender, and the slightly salty flavor was balanced out by the starchy gnocchi. Last but not least, the wine list is excellent, and if you're not well-versed in wine, ask the server for recommendations -- they'll offer the perfect pairing. My glass of Rioja paired beautifully with everything I ate.

First thing worth mentioning, and there are SO many great things worth mentioning, is that the owner, Fabio is awesome! I called last minute hoping I might be able to snag a reservation for six people. And Fabio went above and beyond to make it happen! It was SO nice. As if he isn't awesome enough, our server was also top notch. Shout out to C for taking such great care of us! Safe to say service is amazing, but what about the meal? Double amazing! The food was stellar. Beautiful presentation and flavor. There was a nice mix of classic and creative dishes on the menu. Our table enjoyed a variety with most of us opting for magical dining. The majority of us selected the braised oxtail with gnocchi and WOW! The only suggestion I can possible give to the restaurant is to please quadruple the portion ha! It was so divine I could have eaten it all day. Such pillowy soft gnocchi and tender meat make for a great combo! For dessert we had the chocolate pot de creme and the squash panacotta. Both were excellent and I absolutely love that squash made an appearance during dessert! Vinia is a quaint restaurant that offers an intimate dining experience. There was live music which wasn't overpowering our conversation. I will definitely plan a quick return. Thanks, Fabio and team!

Recently went with friends to check out Magical Dining and this Winter Park gem. We went on a Thursday so there was live music but not so loud that we couldn't hear each other. I highly recommend making a reservation as it is a small and quaint little place. Our server helped with a wine recommendation. We started with a charcuterie board which would have been plenty for us. But we also split the Burrata, Brazilian cheese bread (personal fav) and eggplant flan.For mains, we split the cioppino, oxtail gnocchi and pork tenderloin. Everything was cooked to perfection and quite flavorful, not overpowering. The pork came with three medallions and topped with an amazing gravy (fav!)For dessert, we split a few of the pot de creme and affogato. Both were a light finishing touch to an overall great meal and night out with friends.

I had been eager to try this spot for ages and finally made it for Happy Hour and Magical Dining! We booked a table on the outdoor patio, but the restaurant was quite busy. Fortunately, we arrived early and managed to snag an indoor spot before the rush. The place is charming, nicely decorated, and feels spacious despite its small size. The staff was attentive, and the owner stopped by a few times to check on us, which was a nice touch.To start, we had a half-off Pinot Noir during Happy Hour, paired with burrata, pão de queijo, and an empanada. Both dishes were delicious and offered generous portions. For the main course, my partner had the Braised Oxtail with homemade gnocchi, which was absolutely fantastic--though I wished there had been more of it. We finished the evening with a delightful affogato, though it disappeared far too quickly!

I have been wanting to try this place for a long time! It was a bit smaller than I thought but a very cute spot. We ended up sitting at the bar as most of the seats were reserved. Was awesome seeing the owner working at the restaurant, you could tell he really cares about the food and quality. We came on a Thursday night for dinner and they had live music. It set the vibe of the restaurant, we really enjoyed it. We ordered from the Bite 30 menu. I opted to get the wine pairing for each course as well. The Burrata w pesto was amazing. The purple pesto was so good and the bread was so fresh and crispy. My friend really liked the olives that the owner marinates himself. Next was the Shrimp Pasta, wow this was delicious. The perfect balance of creamy and lemony, loved the clams mixed in as well. The pasta itself was so good! The shrimp was seasoned and cooked perfectly. Lastly we ended with the Pot de creme dessert. This chocolate custard was so decadent and smooth. We loved the flaky sea salt on top as well. The dessert wine served with this was super good! We cannot wait to come back here and try the rest of the menu! Especially to come back and have some more of the Shrimp Pasta! If you haven't been here you need to, you are missing out! I highly recommend this place.

What a meal. My mom, stepdad, and I had dinner at VINIA last month when we were in Orlando to visit Universal Studios. I had picked it because my mom is vegan and I'm always on the lookout for a restaurant that is great for vegans and non-vegans. VINIA was amazing. We shared: the Plant-Based Fromages, the Plant-Based "Escargot" a la Bourguignonne, Zucchini & Yellow Squash Ratatouille, the Ravioli Fatti a Mano (special ravioli of the day), the Beet Wellington, and the Rabo de Toro de Temporada (24-hour braised oxtail over house-made gnocchi), and the petite cheesecake with decadent tangy cheese creme and red wine coulis. Everything was amazing (with the exception of the vegan cheese plate which we didn't love as much as everything else). Seriously, some of these dishes blew me away! I also enjoyed some wine from their great wine list. The restaurant is on the smaller side, but it felt like entering a European bistro in Orlando! And the service was great - so welcoming and friendly and just lovely! A great meal overall. One I'd be happy to repeat!

This restaurant never disappoints. The food is always amazing and has great flavors and the customer service is always top-notch. My friend and I came here for Magical Dining. She opted for the vegan items, which she enjoyed a lot. I got the bread and dips, the cioppino, and the butternut squash panna cotta with cocoa sauce. I liked everything, but the bread and dips were my absolute favorite. The dips were flavorful and the bread was perfectly prepared. I would even come back just for the bread and dips and then get some wine on the side. The place is a bit small and is only open for dinner, but is great for a casual or intimate meal.

First visit, enjoyed the Magical Dining menu! We were glad to have secured a reservation, as there is limited seating. Two tables outdoors, but not ideal for summer dining. Staff was attentive, and offered great recommendations. Enjoyed the Italian/ Brazilian fusion. The Pork Medallions were delicious, especially the sauce. Portions were sensible, left full, not stuffed, and no leftovers.

Very cool little wine bar and kitchen... Food is very good and will definitely be returning for more!

Amazing food and friendly service. Great spot for a date night. Perfect spot to take someone who is vegan/vegetarian as they have great options for all.