Embark on a culinary journey through Orlando’s vibrant dining scene with our curated list of the city’s trendiest restaurants. From seafood delights reminiscent of New England to authentic Sichuan fare and innovative fusion cuisines, these establishments promise an unforgettable gastronomic experience.
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The Nauti Lobstah – New England Seafood Apopka
Seafood enthusiasts and New Englanders alike flock to Apopka to savor delicious lobster rolls in various New England and Connecticut styles. While lobster is a highlight, Nauti Lobstah offers a variety of dishes, including chowders, bisques, snow crabs, steamer clams, po’boys, fish and chips, as well as fresh catch platters, frog legs, smelt, scallops, and more.
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Beirut Grill & Deli
Located on South OBT, Beirut Grill & Deli offers a variety of meaty delights. Don’t miss their fantastic falafel sandwich wrapped in Armenian lavash or the flavorful lamb kebab sandwich served with Tunisian harissa. The menu also features housemade beef and chicken shawarma, grilled kafta, cheese za’atar calzone, and kunefe.
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Chuan Fu
Winter Park now boasts authentic Sichuan cuisine at Chuan Fu, the sister restaurant to Chuan Lu Garden in Mills 50. Enjoy classic Sichuan dishes like cumin lamb, la zi chicken, and dan-dan noodles, along with lesser-known specialties such as boiled blood curd with assorted veggies, crispy pork knuckle, and roast duck stew.
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Danilo’s Pasta Bar
Chef Danilo “DJ” Tangalin’s pasta bar at Neighbors at East End Market offers fusion dishes blending Filipino and Italian flavors with French techniques. Their $75 tasting menu, available at the 8-seat bar, features a weekly-changing 8-course meal. Alternatively, guests can choose from an à la carte menu offering options like milk-braised pork and shrimp scampi pasta.
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Camille
Chef Tung Phan presents creative Vietnamese dishes with French influences at Camille, set in a beautiful 30-seat space. Guests can opt for an intimate 10-course experience at the chef’s counter or a condensed 7-course tasting in the main dining area.
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Pigzza
Pigzza brings a unique twist to pizza with its barbecue-inspired toppings. Enjoy offerings like the smoked brisket pizza with pickled onions, smoked mozzarella, cheddar, and grape jelly barbecue sauce. The restaurant also serves playful pasta dishes like spicy sausage tortellini.
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Fluffy Fluffy Dessert Cafe
Originating from Toronto, this Japanese pancake house is known for its ethereal souffle pancakes topped with various fruits and sauces. Additional offerings include matcha tiramisu, caramelized raspberry, and cookies and cream pancakes, with savory croffles and burnt top cheesecakes coming soon.
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Zaru
Zaru specializes in Japanese udon noodles made from premium Japanese flour. Their menu features eight different cold and hot noodle dishes, along with various add-ons like shishito tempura and marinated ikura.
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Phở Gà Hiền Vương
Owned by Hien Pham and Huong Nguyen, Phở Gà Hiền Vương focuses on chicken-based Vietnamese dishes, including chicken noodle soup, Hainanese-style chicken and rice, chicken salad, fried gizzards, and marinated quail.
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Primrose Lanes Restaurant and Bowling Club
This unique dining venue offers more than just bowling. Sample dishes like short rib pastrami, blue crab fingers, smoked prime rib sandwiches, and the signature OKC smash burger.
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Norman’s Orlando
Norman’s returns with its Latin-Caribbean-inspired menu, now enhanced with flavors from Japan and Southeast Asia. Chef Norman Van Aken presents a stellar wine list alongside a new tasting menu.
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KungFu Kitchen
Specializing in dumplings and hand-pulled noodles, KungFu Kitchen offers a variety of flavors, including xiao long bao and beef with chili oil noodles. Other highlights include cucumber salad, scallion pancakes, and veggie steamed dumplings.
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Nami Lake Nona
Located in Lake Nona, Nami offers high-end Japanese cuisine, including lobster doughnuts, robata salmon, and snow-aged wagyu. The restaurant features a 10-seat omakase counter and enforces a strict dress code for a refined dining experience.
