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1. Cafe Tu Tu Tango - Orlando
4.8
Exceptional(7121)
Price: Moderate
• Tapas / Small Plates • I Drive / Sand Lake
Booked 97 times today
For over 30 years, Café Tu Tu Tango has been the go-to spot on Orlando's International Drive for food, art, and fun. Featuring a tapas-style menu packed with shareable small plates, guests can enjoy live entertainment while resident artists create right before their eyes. Sip on art-inspired craft cocktails, signature sangrias, and more from the drink menu. Open daily for lunch and dinner, with bottomless brunch available every Friday through Sunday.
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2. Primo
4.5
Awesome(1648)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • I Drive / Sand Lake
Booked 26 times today
We are honored that Primo has been designated a Recommended Restaurant in the inaugural Florida 2022 MICHELIN Guide. Led by award-winning chef Melissa Kelly, our restaurant serves authentic Italian cuisine, featuring organic produce and a carefully crafted wine list. The menu focuses on the farm-to-table experience with seasonal highlights including produce, honey and eggs sourced from on-premises Primo Garden and Whisper Creek Farm in addition to Mick's Farm and Frog Song Organics in the local community. All seafood is also locally sourced from Florida waters, including clams from Cedar Key, white shrimp and squid from Cape Canaveral, and Snapper, grouper, and other seasonal catch from Ponce Inlet. Mountain Trail Farm in Clermont, FL provides Primo with whole pigs, which are prepared several different ways. Primo also has a long-standing relationship with Lake Meadows Naturals in Ocoee, FL for chicken and ducks.
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3. Seito Sushi - Sand Lake
4.8
Exceptional(3520)
Price: Expensive
• Sushi • I Drive / Sand Lake
Booked 52 times today
While continuously redefining the sushi scene of Orlando, Seito Sushi has built a reputation for quality and consistency over the past twenty four years. Honoring traditional technique while being inspired by the innovation found in modern cuisine, the menu features a variety of classic Japanese fare as well as unique Asian inspired dishes.The modern yet comfortable atmosphere suits every occasion, whether a celebration, casual night out or wine and cocktails after work.Winner of:Best Sushi - Orlando Sentinel Foodie AwardsBest Japanese - Orlando Sentinel Foodie AwardsBest Sushi - Orlando WeeklyBest Sushi - Orlando MagazineDiner's Choice Award - OpentableSeito Sushi Sand Lake also offers private dining. Visit us at www.SeitoSushiSandLake.com for more information.Executive Chef: Ryo Yoshikawa
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4. The Melting Pot - Orlando
4.8
Exceptional(2723)
Price: Expensive
• Fondue • I Drive / Sand Lake
Booked 28 times today
The Melting Pot invites you to enjoy more than a meal. We invite conversation, laughter, and coming together over artisan cheeses, fresh salads, savory entrees, and indulgent desserts. Orlando's favorite celebration restaurant! "The Melting Pot is pure entertainment," declares the NY Times. Whether it's a romantic dinner for two or a gathering of friends for a bridal or baby shower, Girl's Night Out, or birthday The Melting Pot has the recipe to make all your occasions special. Relax in our inviting, elegant atmosphere and let our attentive servers guide you through our selection of fondues, sauces and fine wines. Winner of an "Award of Excellence" from Wine Spectator magazine.
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5. Dragonfly - Robata Grill & Sushi
4.8
Exceptional(2637)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • I Drive / Sand Lake
Booked 32 times today
FIVE-time Florida Trend Golden Spoon Award (2015 – 19) winner, Dragonfly Robata Grill & Sushi features authentic modern Japanese gastropub cuisine. Our diverse menu features sushi, steak, veggies, seafood, noodles, and rice dishes, but a must-try on your visit—your favorite(s) from our robatayaki (robata) grill. One of the nation’s first to use traditional robata grilling techniques & white-oak (binchōtan) charcoal, our team has perfected the art of grilling using the smokeless 1,000° heat of binchotān to unlock the natural flavors of vegetables and proteins. A favorite of locals, conventioneers, and tourists, Dragonfly is centrally located 3 miles from the Orange County Convention Center and IDrive, 4 miles from Universal, and 5 miles from Disney. Whether you’re looking to host a private event, chef’s table dinner, enjoy a fountain-side patio or just relax in the lounge, we’ve got you covered. Join us and share in our #artfulflavors!
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6. Texas de Brazil - Orlando
4.6
Exceptional(8030)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • I Drive / Sand Lake
Booked 124 times today
Texas de Brazil, is a Brazilian steakhouse, or churrascaria, that features endless servings of flame-grilled beef, lamb, pork, chicken, and Brazilian sausage as well as an extravagant salad area with a wide array of seasonal chef-crafted items.
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7. Benihana - Orlando - International Drive, FL
4.1
Excellent(6852)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • I Drive / Sand Lake
Booked 92 times today
Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.
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8. Kobe Japanese Steakhouse - Kirkman
4.5
Awesome(2088)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Doctor Phillips
Booked 40 times today
Kobé is known for offering its guests a unique Teppanyaki dining experience and doing so with its very own blend of fun and flare at its 13 Central Florida locations. We provide a unique dining experience that offers an exciting and vibrant environment for guests to gather and celebrate over delicious food and drinks.Due to our unique communal seating arrangement at our teppanyaki table, please expect a short wait time with your reservation upon checking in with your complete party. We offer limited online booking availability, with communal seating, for large parties 11-20. For large parties requesting a booking outside of online availability, parties 20+, and parties requesting private tables please contact your preferred Kobé location by completing our online inquiry form at https://kobesteakhouse.com/banquets/to reserve through a manager with a banquet menu. We cannot guarantee that reservations booked separately will be sat together.
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9. Shogun Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(490)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • I Drive / Sand Lake
Booked 7 times today
The Shōgun Japanese Steakhouse dining experience combines skill, taste and entertainment unlike any other on International Drive. Our steakhouse highlights the culinary skills of our teppanyaki chefs as true shōguns of the grill. Watch as they manipulate heat and fire right in front of you to create a gratifying meal. Feast on freshly prepared dinners of beef, shrimp, chicken, and lobster. Vegetarian meals are also available.Shōgun Sakura Sushi offers a variety of sushi in Rosen Inn. The sushi bar features freshly-prepared sushi rolls, authentic nigiri and sashimi served in an intimate setting. Savor our innovative and delicious creations made masterfully by our sushi chef.
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10. Bosphorous Turkish Cuisine - Orlando
4.8
Exceptional(1332)
Price: Moderate
• Turkish • I Drive / Sand Lake
Booked 9 times today
Bosphorous Turkish Cuisine has been established since 2004, and has been family owned and operated ever since. Our first location (on Park Avenue in Winter Park, FL) has firmly established our presence as the premier Turkish restaurant company in Florida. This location (opened in late 2012) was our first endeavor into the South Orlando market - and we're so glad to be here! We're very excited about our newest location, and are quite proud to say that our food, wines, and high level of service are identical to our Winter Park location. Come experience our authentic Turkish cuisine, made in-house, from scratch - every single day. We look forward to seeing you at Bosphorous Turkish Cuisine in Dr. Phillips!

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Discover best foodies restaurants in I Drive / Sand Lake

In the vibrant heart of Orlando's I Drive/Sand Lake area, foodies can discover a culinary haven that caters to diverse tastes and preferences. This locale boasts an array of restaurants that offer everything from homemade Italian pastas and prime seafood to unique blends of Indian and Thai cuisine. Each dining spot in this area not only serves delicious meals but also provides an ambiance that enhances the dining experience, whether you're looking for a casual outing or a sophisticated dinner. The dining scene in this area is characterized by its eclectic mix of flavors and a commitment to quality that food enthusiasts surely appreciate. Reviewers consistently praise the variety, authenticity, and creativity of the menus, as well as the attentive and friendly service. For those passionate about food, the I Drive/Sand Lake area in Orlando is a destination that promises memorable gastronomic adventures, making each visit a delightful discovery of new tastes and experiences.

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