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The Orlando area is filled with many successful restaurants that will sate just about every taste and craving, from barbecue to seafood and every cuisine in between. The list below will guide you to some of the most-acclaimed restaurants in the area, as well as those with growing reputations.
For barbecue, you might want to try 4Rivers Smokehouse, the popularity of which is so widespread that lines form outside the building as customers wait their turn to order at the counter. Another barbecue alternative is WildSide in Thornton Park, not far from Lake Eola Park.
Of course, Disney properties have dozens of restaurants to choose from, including Kouzzina by Cat Cora, the Food Network
TV star, and the Flying Fish Cafe. Other area restaurants specializing in seafood include the Winter Park Fish Co. And if you want to enjoy a fabulous view with your lunch or dinner, Milliken's Reef at nearby Port Canaveral is popular among beach-goers.
If you're looking for a spot where the locals go for fun and atmosphere, Dexter's and Bananas Modern American Diner fill the bill, while Anthony's Coal-Fired Pizza offers popular Italian cuisine.
For something a little more upscale, the Ravenous Pig is an award-winning restaurant with an eclectic menu and, just down the street, Thai Thai offers some of the best Asian cuisine in Orlando.
And if you want to top everything off with a fabulous dessert, the Dessert Lady in downtown Orlando is a must.
Walt Disney World’s newest dining experience is Kouzzina by Cat Cora, featuring a special Mediterranean menu designed by the Food Network’s "Iron Chef" star. Located at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn, Kouzzina – which is Greek for “kitchen” – replaced the old Spoodles in 2010 and serves Cora’s family recipes and personal favorites.
Artistic, confectionary creations by the Dessert Lady cafe on Church Street are sinfully delicious enough to satisfy any sweet tooth.
WildSide restaurant in Orlando's Thornton Park offers a selection of meat cuts prepared with dry-rub seasoning and then smoked daily for a flavorful dining experience.
Two veteran Orlando restaurateurs teamed up to create a casual and highly acclaimed eatery committed to sustainability and green practices, focusing on farm-raised, sustainable fish as well as using items that are reclaimed, repurposed and recycled.
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4Rivers Smokehouse in Winter Park is more than a barbecue restaurant, it's a ministry with a mission to give back to the community -- all the while serving up food that has people lined up out the door.
Since opening in 2008, the Ravenous Pig, Winter Park, has become the go-to restaurant in Orlando, earning top awards and recognition from local and national media for its gastropub fare and emphasis on local ingredients.
South Florida restaurant chain Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza enters Orlando market, focusing on the perfect pizza quickly baked in 800-degree ovens with out-of-the-ordinary toppings.
Known as a hip place to hang out, Dexter's, Orlando, offers good food and great drink specials as well as weekend brunch. Good news for early risers: the Thornton Park location now serves breakfast.
With an emphasis on fresh ingredients, a varied menu and artfully presented dishes, Thai Thai Restaurant and Sushi Bar has experienced phenomenal growth during the last decade.
Parents looking for a night out at Disney World without the kids should consider dining at the Flying Fish Café. Located at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn, Flying Fish is one of Disney’s signature dining experiences, meaning it’s one of the best, and priciest.
From the same restaurateurs who created Funky Monkey Wine Company comes Bananas Modern American Diner, which is all about food and fun, with drag shows to boot.
Located on the water in Port Canaveral, with great views of the cruise ship terminals and the grand boats docked there, Milliken's Reef is nice enough for a dress-up date and casual enough for a beer after a day at the beach.
One of Walt Disney World’s hidden family gems is the Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue – a rollicking good time of a dinner show. This off-the-beaten-track dining experience, located at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground, is a Western-themed variety show that delivers big laughs to even the most serious diners.
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