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A photo of Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Waterford Lakes, FL restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(6094)
Price: Moderate
• American • Waterford Lakes
Booked 120 times today
Experience the perfect fusion of award-winning wines, Napa-style tasting rooms, and modern casual dining at Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants. Enjoy contemporary American cuisine influenced by international flavors from our scratch kitchen. Each dish is expertly paired with our selection of wines for the best food and wine match. Whether you explore the tasting room for a pre- or post-dinner adventure or join the world's largest wine club, we believe in the power of food and wine to create lasting connections. Dining reservations are highly recommended, but walk-in guests are always welcome on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gluten-free and vegetarian dishes are available.
A photo of AVA MediterrAegean restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(2200)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Winter Park
Booked 118 times today
AVA MediterrAegean is a modern Greek Agora, a multi-sensory transporting venue bringing dining experience and pleasure together in a refined and spirited atmosphere.Meaning life, water, island, bird in Greek, AVA is a celebration of splendor, freedom, escapism and joy, where genuine hospitality, delectable food and vibrant atmosphere combine to entertain the senses and transport guests to celebrate the night away.Deeply rooted in the Mediterranean, AVA lives by its mantra “PAREA”, from Greek, meaning a group of friends, who gather to share life experiences, philosophies, values and ideas.Lunch | Brunch | Dinner.
A photo of Nona Blue Modern Tavern restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2502)
Price: Moderate
• American • South Orlando
Booked 27 times today
“This is food the way we like to eat,” says Joe Davi, Founding Partner at Nona Blue.Davi and Bill Bona, also Founding Partner at Nona Blue, saw American dining trending toward smaller portions with different tastes; sharing at tables had always been an option, now it was being encouraged. As the vision for Nona Blue began to come into focus, Bona and Davi began crafting their “Shareables” menu, featuring items that can be passed among an entire table or serve as a meal for a single guest.
A photo of Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Orlando restaurant
4.4
Awesome(2794)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • Winter Park
Booked 39 times today
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is an American Restaurant and Steakhouse serving authentic wood-fired steaks, seafood, specialty cocktails and select wines. Join us for Happy Hour at the FIREBAR® or on the patio for drink specials and bar bites. We offer top-notch service and upscale dining at a modest price. Reserve Your Table with us today.
A photo of Rome's Flavours restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(650)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Winter Park
Booked 27 times today
Welcome to our cozy Winter Park gem, where authentic Italian cuisine is certified by the authentic Italian owner.We make everything in-house by hand, using Italian flour and water. Enjoy handmade pasta, gnocchi, pizza, bread. Let us guide you to the perfect food and wine pairing for an authentic Italian experience.Pino Miraglia
A photo of Reel Fish Coastal Kitchen & Bar restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(2830)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Winter Park
Booked 50 times today
Reel Fish Coastal Kitchen & Bar is a contemporary version of a classic fish camp, serving fresh Florida seafood prepared in a southern style and served in a casual, family friendly environment. The restaurant’s daily blackboard specials and core recipes feature creative takes on fresh-caught fish not typically found on many inland-Florida seafood restaurant menus, including tile fish, trigger fish, sheepshead, hogfish and other local species. The Reel Fish menu includes signature classics like fried seafood platters, shrimp & creamy cheese grits, whole fried market fish, such as yellow tail snapper, and Low Country Boils featuring shrimp, PEI mussels, scallops and snow crab legs. Central to the restaurant is a raw bar serving oysters on the half shell, broiled, steamed and Rockefeller, as well as ceviche and peel & eat wild-caught Florida shrimp.
A photo of Soco Restaurant restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(2163)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Downtown Orlando
Booked 20 times today
Soco Restaurant is a top choice for special occasions due to its exceptional service and delicious food. As one reviewer mentioned, 'A friend visiting from out of town for her birthday and had a wonderful time. The service was great. Food was excellent.' Others praised the 'fantastic service' and 'excellent food', making it the perfect place to celebrate. The ambiance is also described as 'lovely' and 'great', creating a warm and welcoming environment for any special occasion.
A photo of Bosphorous Turkish Cuisine - Winter Park restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(2802)
Price: Moderate
• Turkish • Winter Park
Booked 55 times today
Bosphorous Turkish Cuisine is a family owned business, established in 2005, that offers variety of authentic Turkish food from many regions of Turkey. Bosphorous Turkish Cuisine adapted its name from one of the oldest cities in the world, Istanbul, which was once known as the Constantinople in the early 13th century. The name “Bosphorous” taken from the strait that lies in the center of Istanbul connecting the Black Sea and the Sea of Marmara, Europe to Asia. The decor of this eatery is kept to minimum to draw the attention to the food. The intent was to create a modernized, warm authentic atmosphere by taking the old elements of Istanbul and combining it with some modern influences to create a truly unique experience.
A photo of Tabla Indian Restaurant - Winter Park restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(262)
Price: Moderate
• Indian • Winter Park
Booked 7 times today
Tabla Indian Restaurant is a special place for celebrations and special occasions. With its unique blend of Indian, Chinese, and Thai cuisines, it offers a symphony of flavors that will delight both newcomers and connoisseurs. Reviews rave about the delicious food, friendly service, and beautiful ambiance. It's a perfect spot for a romantic date night, birthday celebrations, or a family dinner. The restaurant's tranquil outdoor dining area with the trees overhead is particularly praised.
A photo of Tibby's New Orleans Kitchen - Winter Park restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(144)
Price: Moderate
• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Winter Park
Booked 6 times today
Tibby's New Orleans Kitchen in Winter Park is a beloved spot for special occasions. Known for its vibrant New Orleans funk vibe and the 'soul-feeding' social gatherings, it's been a local staple since 2011. Patrons rave about the excellent service, the flavorful food, and the lively atmosphere. The signature item, 'Rita's Chicken', and bottomless drink specials on Sundays are particularly popular. As one reviewer put it, 'The service was A+ from the time we entered until the time we left. The food was very flavorful, and excellent choices.'
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  • Bill
    Greater Boston •11 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    My wife and I along with Our good friend had an amazing dinner last night at Kres. We all had different meals that included Elk, Pork Chop and a Porterhouse along with side, which were all excellent. Our server Brandon was spot on and we exchanged a few good stories, which added to our great dinner experience. He even told us about Happy Hour, so we’ll definitely try it out too. Kres has always been our go to place for a great meal and experience.
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    KRES CHOPHOUSEPrice: Expensive• Steak• Downtown Orlando
    4.8
  • Frances
    Orlando / Central Florida East •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Everyone at the restaurant was absolutely kind, and very helpful. We celebrated my finance birthday and our experience was great. My fiance wanted shrimp scampi to go with his steak, we spoke Lena and she was able to ask the chef to make it and he did. The waitress was great, her customer service was amazing!!!! We will definitely be back there! Thank you Lena and everyone for making our dinner a great experience!
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    The BoathousePrice: Expensive• Seafood• Lake Buena Vista
    4.7
  • MICHAEL
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Last night my wife and I went here for dinner. Our server was Tyana and she was absolutely amazing. The food here is also incredible. If you’re looking for a slightly more expensive date night I couldn’t recommend a better place! Definitely coming back next time we are down here.
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    Morimoto AsiaPrice: Expensive• Pan-Asian• Lake Buena Vista
    4.7
  • Jeff
    Virginia •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 13, 2024
    A scratch kitchen, but more hit-or-miss than scratch-bliss. Some plates were very good--apps, especially--but other plates were overcooked and uninspired. Nevertheless, CH can claim a very well-priced wine list with decent and mostly mono-varietal house-brand bottles, ranging from predictable and crowd-pleasing to almost ethereal. I enjoyed the service here the most. Our waitress wasn't the most attentive to the table's needs; however, she was kind, extremely well-mannered, and understanding of our whims. And she was young. She was clearly raised with high-caliber, high-character values, and I applaud that. Overall, a lovely atmosphere for a mid-week date night, especially if you're budget-minded but want to test those boundaries just a smidge. But if you're offended by yet another generic "high-end Americana" menu, don't come. Or, alternatively, come for the very appealing front-end "cellar door" experience, taste a host of good wines, enjoy them for what they are, and tempt yourself toward a less insulated sense of culinary arrogance. If you can do that, you'll have yourself a damn fine Wednesday night.
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    Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Waterford Lakes, FLPrice: Moderate• American• Waterford Lakes
    4.7
  • Andrew
    Miami - Dade •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 13, 2024
    We celebrated our anniversary at Ava MediterrAegean and had an incredible experience! The food was delicious, and the service was top-notch. A big thanks to Dominic, he was professional, friendly , and very attentive. We ordered a variety of dishes to share, and each one was fantastic. As a sweet surprise, the restaurant even treated us to a complimentary dessert to celebrate. Overall, we left very happy and impressed. Highly recommend!
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    AVA MediterrAegeanPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Winter Park
    4.7
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