Diners' Choice: Best Ambience restaurants in Orlando / Central Florida East

OpenTable

Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best ambience in Orlando / Central Florida East? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Sparrow Wine Bar and Lounge

4.9

4.9 (32)

$30 and under

Wine Bar

Downtown Orlando

About the restaurant

Sparrow Wine Bar, the fifth unique concept from Good Salt Restaurant Group, opened in May 2025 in Orlando’s North Quarter District. This intimate, whimsical wine bar offers a thoughtfully curated selection of global plates and wines, each chosen to complement one another.

Led by Chef Wendy Lopez, Sparrow combines seasonal ingredients with creative culinary techniques, offering a fresh take on food and wine pairings. The wine and cocktail program, expertly crafted by Lorena Castro, highlights innovative pairings and artisanal cocktails that elevate the dining experience.

Recognized by the James Beard Foundation, Sparrow is quickly becoming one of Orlando’s premier dining destinations. Whether you're a wine enthusiast or a food lover, Sparrow promises an unforgettable experience with each dish and pour, providing the perfect setting for both casual gatherings and special occasions.

Sparrow welcomes guests 21+.

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Liana

Dined 3 days ago

Sparrow Wine Bar has a cozy vibe, a great wine selection, and delicious small plates perfect for sharing. The pan con tomate with white anchovies was simple yet packed with flavor, and the mushroom pâté was rich and earthy—definitely a standout. Highly recommend if you're looking for a relaxed evening with good wine and bites.

Chucherias Hondurenas

4.9

4.9 (950)

$50 and over

Spanish

Daytona Beach

About the restaurant

Colorful, Fresh, Bold & Simply Authentic.
A fusion of Spanish, Latin American and Caribbean flavors prepared with only the finest ingredients from around the world. Reserve your table today and enjoy a "one-of-a-kind" experience that you will soon not forget!

Please be advised:
*We ask that all guests be over the age of 12. We are a small, intimate dining experience.
*Our dress code is Smart-Casual. Please, No: Hats, Flip-Flops, Tank Tops, Tacky T-Shirts, Hoodies, or Beach Attire.

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Isaiah

Dined 4 days ago

Had a wonderful night with my wife for our 5 year anniversary. The staff was very accommodating and helpful to make the night special for us.

Permanent Vacation

4.9

4.9 (357)

$30 and under

American

Maitland

About the restaurant

Permanent Vacation is a tropical destination with an extensive rum list, rum mixed with exotic flavors, exquisite bites, immersive special effects and vibes that never stray too far from the equator!

You must be at least 21 to dine or drink with us.

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AprilVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Always a perfect tiki adventure! It’s very cozy and dark inside so be prepared to use the handy-dandy flashlight provided. 🖤🌺🌋🍹

Nami

4.9

4.9 (571)

$50 and over

Japanese Speciality

Lake Nona South

About the restaurant

Nami, Recommended by the MICHELIN Guide, offers an elevated interpretation of contemporary Japanese cuisine, seamlessly infused with refined European technique. Located within the cutting-edge Lake Nona Wave Hotel, Nami presents a globally inspired dining experience in a transportive setting shaped by creativity and passion.

The main dining room and bar offer thoughtfully curated à la carte menus, where ingredients at their prime and sophisticated flavors come together in beautifully composed offerings. For those seeking a more immersive evening, the exclusive Chef’s Counter provides a distinct culinary journey: an 18-bite tasting menu served in an intimate setting, featuring direct engagement with the chefs and expertly paired beverages. From its striking, modern interior to its attentive service and artful presentations, Nami is a celebration of detail, balance, and innovation - an experience designed to engage every sense.

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JohnVIP

Dined 3 days ago

This place was perfect for a date night! Food was spectacular!

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4.9

4.9 (713)

$31 to $50

American

Maitland

About the restaurant

• $25 Minimum Food & Beverage Purchase Per Person Monday-Thursday•
• $50 Minimum Food & Beverage Purchase Per Person for on Friday & Saturday•
• Friday & Saturday: Reservations available until 7:30pm, after that time we accept walk ins only!•
•Parties of 7 or more must purchase a group package, contact us at 407-795-1582•
**If minimums are not met you will be charged the remaining balance**

Weekly Deals:
Happy Hour Tuesday & Wednesday from 5:30pm-7pm: Half off appetizers
Tuesday- Burger & Brew $15, 1/2 off Wine Bottles all night!
Wednesday- 1/2 off select Whiskey & Wine all night!

Located in Maitland, Florida, Jazz Tastings combines the intimate atmosphere of a jazz bar with a classy menu. There is also an impressive alcohol list to enjoy along with the soothing music and great food.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 3 days ago

This is a wonderful place to listen to music. Loved the band, the wait staff is delightful and the food was very good. Great vibe and lots of fun!

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Popular dish

Wagyu Burger

Popular dish

Bread Pudding of the Day

Popular dish

Shrimp & Grits

The Castle Irish Pub & Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (60)

$30 and under

Irish

College Park

About the restaurant

We are a true authentic Irish Pub and Restaurant. We had our entire bar and interior decor designed and created back home in Ireland. Our mission is to provide the best in Irish hospitality to every single guest that walks in. We have a large array of fine Irish spirits and ales, as well as local favorites. Our cuisine is a blend of traditional Irish, with a mix of Floridian flavors.

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Linda

Dined on May 29, 2025

We came to this restaurant to celebrate my husband’s birthday, since he loves Irish food and beer. The sheppard’s pie and Irish stew were excellent. The burgers were very good too. Our only complaint would be that the batter on the fish for the fish & chips was lacking seasoning. It lacked flavor. But the whole dining experience was outstanding! We will be coming back again. Really loved it.

Epilogue

4.9

4.9 (67)

$50 and over

Speakeasy

Lake Buena Vista

About the restaurant

Located in the Four Seasons Orlando, "Epilogue" is a mid-century-inspired speakeasy where elegance and history meet. This exclusive pop-up experience invites you to savor cocktails while connecting to Florida’s vibrant past in an adults-only hideaway.

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Liisa

Dined 3 days ago

Great experience! Fabulous presentations of cocktails Staff and space followed theme Will return Great value for cost

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Experience

Speakeasy Tickets

X Sushi

4.9

4.9 (73)

$31 to $50

Sushi

Winter Garden

About the restaurant

The best Japanese cuisine restaurant in Orlando.

A gastronomic experience elevated to each piece.
Come and try a symphony of refined flavors! Explore unparalleled flavors in our fresh and exclusive sushi.

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Guilherme

Dined on May 31, 2025

Always Great service and delicious food I recommend

Ômo by Jônt

4.9

4.9 (175)

$50 and over

Japanese

Winter Park

About the restaurant

We are a team of young and inspired professionals taking down the walls between kitchen and guests and taking you on a culinary adventure. Immerse yourself in a progressive tasting menu focusing on the simple, yet luxurious, ingredients around the world with deep inspiration from Japanese cuisine.

We challenge the seasons, navigate beyond the limits of time and break with tradition— getting playful with process and tricky with techniques at the intersection of place and possibility.

At Ômo we offer a unique and exclusive experience to only 16 guest at a time. The journey starts in the living room with a welcome drink and snacks, then you are transported into the main counter overlooking the kitchen where you will enjoy all the savory bites in an interactive environment. At the end, you will transition to the pastry parlor to continue your experience with sweet bites and after dinner drinks.

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Renee

Dined 6 days ago

The experience was amazing. I can’t say enough about the food or the service. It was the best dining experience we have ever had! The music was a little loud for our liking. It was hard to hear the waiter in the first room. I would highly recommend Omo, and we will definitely be trying their sister restaurant.

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Experience

Chef's Tasting Menu

Roka Hula

4.9

4.9 (206)

$30 and under

Speakeasy

I Drive / Sand Lake

About the restaurant

Come check out Orlando's newest speakeasy located inside Voodoo Bayou. We serve modern Asian with Tiki-inspired cocktails.

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