Orlando may be famous for its theme parks, but the City Beautiful has developed one of Florida’s most exciting dining scenes. Wondering where to eat? Here’s our updated guide to some of the best restaurants in Orlando for 2026, from local neighborhood favorites to standout restaurants at Disney Springs, Universal Orlando and Reunion Resort.
Choosing between Orlando’s huge variety of restaurants can be a challenge. Today, the destination offers everything from intimate omakase and chef-led Italian dining to premium steakhouses, waterfront seafood restaurants and imaginative family-friendly venues. Orlando’s culinary credentials continue to grow too: the 2026 MICHELIN Guide recognizes 61 Orlando-area restaurants, including six MICHELIN-Starred restaurants, 14 Bib Gourmands and 41 MICHELIN Recommended venues.
We’ve narrowed down the choices to a varied selection covering seafood, sushi, steak, Italian, Mexican and fun theme-park dining. So, if you’re searching for the best restaurants in Orlando, start with these favorites.
The best restaurants in Orlando right now
The Stubborn Mule – Downtown Orlando
The Stubborn Mule – Downtown Orlando
Set close to Lake Eola in downtown Orlando’s Thornton Park area, The Stubborn Mule remains a lively choice for modern American food and handcrafted drinks. Run by Culinary Institute of America graduates, the restaurant works with local farmers, fisheries and small businesses and is particularly well known for its creative Moscow Mule-inspired cocktail list.
The current menu mixes shareable plates with flatbreads, salads and hearty mains. Choices include Korean BBQ ribs, sticky pork belly, Mule mussels and the signature Stubborn Mule burger, while a daily happy hour adds extra appeal for an early dinner or drinks in downtown Orlando.
- Opening hours: Monday–Thursday 11am–10pm; Friday–Saturday 11am–11pm; Sunday 11am–9pm
- Call: +1 407-730-3400
- Address: 100 S Eola Dr, Orlando, FL 32801
- Prices: $$
Eddie V’s Prime Seafood – Sand Lake Road
If you’re searching for one of the best seafood restaurants in Orlando, Eddie V’s remains a strong choice on Restaurant Row. The upscale restaurant specializes in seafood flown in from waters around the world alongside USDA Prime steaks, cocktails and an elegant dining-room atmosphere.
Seafood is the headline attraction, with the restaurant highlighting ingredients such as Georges Bank scallops, Caribbean yellowfin tuna and fresh fish delivered daily. Steak lovers are well catered for too, with premium beef hand-cut and specially aged for more than 28 days. Pair dinner with a cocktail or settle into the V Lounge for a sophisticated evening out.
- Opening hours: Dinner service begins from 4pm; check the restaurant for daily closing times
- Call: +1 407-355-3011
- Address: 7488 W Sand Lake Rd, Orlando, FL 32819
- Prices: $$$
Prato – Winter Park
Set on fashionable Park Avenue, Prato is one of Winter Park’s standout Italian restaurants and is now recognized in the 2026 MICHELIN Guide as a MICHELIN Recommended restaurant. Its relaxed but stylish dining room and year-round patio make it a great choice for everything from lunch and cocktails to a date-night dinner.
The menu blends Italian classics with modern techniques and seasonal ingredients, with house-made pasta, wood-fired dishes and creative pizzas among the highlights. Visit Orlando also recommends Prato as one of the city’s leading places for pizza, while weekday happy hour runs from 3pm–6pm.
- Opening hours: Lunch Tuesday–Sunday 11am–3pm; dinner Sunday–Tuesday 4pm–10pm and Wednesday–Saturday 4pm–11pm
- Call: +1 407-262-0050
- Address: 124 N Park Avenue, Winter Park, FL 32789
- Prices: $$
The Capital Grille – International Drive
For an elegant steak dinner close to Orlando’s attractions, The Capital Grille on International Drive continues to be a dependable choice. The restaurant specializes in dry-aged steaks, seafood and an extensive wine selection, with each signature steak hand-cut by the restaurant’s in-house butcher and dry-aged for 18–24 days.
Popular dishes include filet mignon, porcini-rubbed bone-in ribeye, dry-aged New York strip and pan-seared sea bass. Classic sides such as lobster mac ’n’ cheese, Parmesan truffle fries and grilled asparagus make this particularly well suited to celebratory dinners and special occasions. Orlando also has a second Capital Grille location at The Mall at Millenia.
- Opening hours: Hours vary by day; advance reservations are recommended
- Call: +1 407-370-4392
- Address: 9101 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819
- Prices: $$$
7593 Chophouse – Reunion Resort, Kissimmee
Located inside Reunion Resort & Golf Club, 7593 Chophouse is a sophisticated option for steak, seafood and cocktails close to Walt Disney World. The restaurant welcomes both resort guests and visitors and serves fresh seafood and premium steaks alongside an extensive wine list and signature cocktail menu.
For 2026, 7593 Chophouse is open for dinner service from Tuesday through Saturday. For after-dinner drinks, head upstairs to Reunion’s rooftop restaurant and bar, Eleven, where panoramic Orlando views can sometimes include distant theme-park fireworks.
7593 Chophouse also received a former 2025 “People Love Us on Yelp” award, with Reunion highlighting its chef-led seafood dishes, steaks, cocktails and refined but welcoming service.
- Opening hours: Tuesday–Saturday 5pm–10pm; seasonal variations may apply
- Call: +1 407-662-1000
- Address: 7593 Gathering Dr, Kissimmee, FL 34747
- Prices: $$$
Kadence – Winter Park Road
For an intimate fine-dining experience, Kadence is one of Orlando’s most celebrated sushi restaurants. The tiny reservations-only restaurant in the Audubon Park Garden District specializes in sushi and kappo omakase, with multi-course tasting menus shaped around seasonal ingredients from land and sea.
Kadence has also retained one MICHELIN Star for 2026, placing it among Orlando’s six MICHELIN-Starred restaurants. Owners Mark and Jennifer Berdin trained in MICHELIN-starred restaurants in New York and London and are both certified Advanced Sake Professionals, with the restaurant pairing its tasting experience with a carefully curated sake selection.
Reservations are essential and seats are released through the restaurant’s booking calendar. Dietary restrictions should be discussed before reserving, as the omakase format means not every allergy or dietary requirement can be accommodated.
- Opening hours: Reservation-only; check current dining availability online
- Contact: [email protected]
- Address: 1809 Winter Park Rd, Orlando, FL 32803
- Prices: $$$$
Toothsome Chocolate Emporium – Universal Resort
Got the kids in tow? The Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen remains one of the most fun restaurants at Universal CityWalk. The elaborate 19th-century-inspired steampunk restaurant combines a full-service dining room, bar and confectionery with plenty of theatrical touches.
The menu goes far beyond dessert, with steak, seafood, crepes, quiches and all-day brunch dishes available alongside the venue’s famous sweets. The real stars, however, are the extravagant artisanal milkshakes, sundaes and gourmet chocolates. Visit Orlando continues to highlight Toothsome as one of Orlando’s standout themed restaurants and dessert stops.
- Opening hours: Vary with Universal CityWalk operating hours; check the Universal Orlando app
- Call: +1 407-224-3663
- Address: 6000 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819
- Prices: $$
The Boathouse – Disney Springs
Enjoy fresh seafood, steaks and waterfront views at The BOATHOUSE at Disney Springs. Located in The Landing, this signature dining restaurant combines an extensive raw bar and seafood menu with premium Gibsons steaks, burgers, lobster rolls and shareable dishes.
Current menu highlights include oysters, yellowfin tuna poke, a dockside seafood boil, pan-seared Gulf grouper, cedar-planked salmon, filet mignon and prime steaks. Weekend brunch is also served on Saturdays and Sundays, with dishes such as shrimp and grits, steak and eggs and crab cake Benedict.
Part of the appeal is the waterfront setting, where diners can watch the distinctive Vintage Amphicars head out onto Lake Buena Vista. You can even book an Amphicar tour from Disney Springs to make dinner part of a bigger evening out.
- Opening hours: Monday–Thursday 11am–11pm; Friday 11am–11.30pm; Saturday 10am–11.30pm; Sunday 10am–11pm
- Call: +1 407-939-2628
- Address: 1620 E Buena Vista Dr, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
- Prices: $$$
Rocco’s Tacos – San Lake
For Mexican food and a lively atmosphere, head to Rocco’s Tacos & Tequila Bar on Sand Lake Road. The Orlando location serves lunch, dinner and late-night food, with a menu centered around tacos, quesadillas, enchiladas, fajitas and other Mexican favorites.
The signature tableside guacamole remains one of the restaurant’s biggest draws, accompanied by handcrafted margaritas and a broad tequila selection. There’s also a daily happy hour, Taco Tuesday and bottomless brunch on Saturdays and Sundays, making Rocco’s a versatile option for anything from a casual family lunch to a lively evening on Restaurant Row.
- Opening hours: Monday 11.30am–11pm; Tuesday 11.30am–1am; Wednesday–Thursday 11.30am–11pm; Friday 11.30am–1am; Saturday 11am–1am; Sunday 11am–11pm
- Call: +1 407-226-0550
- Address: 7468 W Sand Lake Rd, Orlando, FL 32819
- Prices: $$
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