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

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Updated September 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best overall cuisine 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!

Ômo by Jônt

5.0

5 (51)

$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.

Top review

Andrew

Dined 4 days ago

Incredible. Best dining experience we’ve had in Orlando. Food, staff, and ambiance are all exceptional. I’m sure they have a star in their future. Closest we have experienced to fine dining often found in larger cities. Go and experience it first yourself.

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ÔMO by Jônt X Kabooki Sushi

Norigami

4.9

4.9 (276)

$31 to $50

Sushi

Winter Garden

About the restaurant

2023 & 2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand
Reserve a spot at our 8 seat sushi counter that serves up unique hand rolls, sushi, sashimi, and cold tastings. Not sure what to order? Allow the Chef to curate a special omakase experience for you. The forms are endless, just like origami. Source Globally for high quality ingredient.

Located inside Plant Street Market in historic downtown Winter Garden.

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Savita

Dined 4 days ago

This is a gem. No other words. Whenever my husband and I can get out for dinner together we always choose Norigami.

The Spott NSB

4.9

4.9 (70)

$31 to $50

American

New Smyrna

About the restaurant

Two NSB locals, Terrence Dever and Greg Gabringer, had a vision to create a new dining experience combining an eclectic menu with a comfortable atmosphere, all while providing patrons with a true taste of the area.

At the core of The Spott's culinary excellence is its dedicated kitchen team, led by Executive Chef Vaughn Metcalf. With a focus on quality and a relentless commitment to perfection, the kitchen staff embodies the ethos of The Spott, ensuring that every dish reflects the restaurant's dedication to excellence. From the fresh, local selection of ingredients to the execution of each dish, every aspect of The Spott's culinary experience is meticulously crafted to delight diners.

If you are interested in a party of more than 4 people or in our AMAZING chef's experience, please contact Terrence at 386-478-8509 or Greg at 386-478-8509.

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Stevevip

Dined 4 days ago

Always the best! Food is exceptional as well as service After dinner drinks upstairs is a must!

Adriatico Trattoria Italiana

4.9

4.9 (960)

$30 and under

Italian

Downtown Orlando

About the restaurant

Award winning Adriatico Trattoria Italiana, with Owner-Chef Marco Cudazzo and his lovely wife Rosetta take great pride in their quaint dining establishment. Born in the city of Ortona, Italy, on the Adriatic Sea, Chef Marco Cudazzo knows cuisine. Through his many years of culinary experience, he brings true Italian, time inspired recipes and traditions to College Park, Florida!

After a rigorous certification process, we have the honor of being the first and only Central Florida Italian restaurant recognized by the Italy-America Chamber of Commerce, by awarding the distinctive Ospitalita Italiana - Seal of Quality - which certifies authentic Italian Restaurants around the world. The Italy-America Chamber of Commerce Southeast is an institution recognized by the Italian government which collaborates closely with the Consulate General of Italy in authenticating Italian products and establishments abroad.

We welcome you to our "little Italy'!

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Wesley

Dined 7 days ago

We’ll be back! Loved it! We celebrated a special moment and the staff was so amazing

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Popular dish

Pappardelle di Amalfi

Amrit Palace Indian Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (11)

$30 and under

Indian

Ocala

About the restaurant

Established in 1981, Amrit Palace Indian Restaurant serves flavorful authentic cuisine. Its charming setting is bright and welcoming with comfortable seating. Amrit Palace Indian Restaurant is wonderful for dining out with the family. Guests can begin their meal with an appetizer of samosa chat, madras fried shrimp or cheese pakora. A fulfilling entrée of butter chicken, lamb saag, paneer tikka or vegetable biryani will satisfy the palate. It also offers traditional desserts like kulfi and gulab jamun. Amrit Palace Indian Restaurant provides catering services for private events. It has a bar that offers cocktails and other libations. Carry-out is also available for individuals wanting to enjoy their meals at home.

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Claire

Dined on Aug 18, 2024

We went while the main room was under renovation and service was limited to the back room which is very nicely decorated and which was full of diners and we enjoyed the vibe very much and look forward to seeing the newly remodeled part soon. The food is very tasty, is delivered surprisingly quickly and the service iscexce. We really loved the Samosa chat appetizer!!We like our curries very spicy and this is the only Indian restaurant we’ve found nearby that delivers close to our expectations upon request. Our server was excellent as were the other staff we encountered.

Tibby's New Orleans Kitchen - Winter Park

4.8

4.8 (130)

$30 and under

Creole / Cajun / Southern

Winter Park

About the restaurant

Tibby’s is not just about what you see, but how it makes you feel. It’s about expressing personality and character through food, music, art and heritage. It has the vibe of New Orleans funk in a very fun atmosphere. It is vibrant in expressions and true to its colors. It reflects a social gathering that feeds the soul. It’s not the New Orleans you may have visited; it is the New Orleans that locals call home.

Tibby's New Orleans Kitchen has been a Winter Park staple since 2011, winning numerous awards and being featured on Cooking Channel and Discovery Channel. Don't miss our signature item "Rita's Chicken," two panko-breaded chicken breasts, served over dirty rice and topped with our house-made lemon butter sauce.

Enjoy live music and cajun every Sunday from 11am-2pm! Featuring bottomless drink specials.

Happy Hour is every day from 4-6pm!

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 3 days ago

We were a party of two trying to find a restaurant to visit on the magical dining experience. No luck there as the restaurants were offering dining after 9 pm. Tibbys popped up on open table. I have heard of the restaurant before and so this became our choice with 2 early reservations available. We were greeted with enthusiasm from we stepped into the Resturant from everyone we made contact with ….definetly an energetic, welcoming and inclusive culture. Our server Rebecca was full of fun , knowledgeable about the menu and very attentive throughout our dining experience. Really 5 star service. The portion sizes are very large….and the praline bread pudding dessert was amazing! Our time at Tibbys was magical! Thank you!

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Experience

Sunday Brunch with Live Music & Bottomless Drinks

The Fat Snook

4.9

4.9 (1113)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Cocoa Beach

About the restaurant

Welcome to The Fat Snook!
We are a casual beachside restaurant packed with a tremendous passion for fresh, local seafood, top quality seasonal ingredients, and hand selected boutique-style wines and craft beers from
across the world.
Since opening in May of 2007, The Fat Snook has been dedicated to supporting local purveyors; Which has enabled us to showcase some of the finest ingredients Florida has to offer.

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Rozanvip

Dined 4 days ago

The food is so innovative and unique. We get something we have never had before every time we go. It is pricey but delicious. Service was top notch

Milpa Tacos y Tortillas

4.9

4.9 (62)

$30 and under

Mexican

Cocoa

About the restaurant

The mission of Milpa team is to honor the food, essence and culture of Mexico by offering uniquely prepared dishes from scratch with only the best possible ingredients and service.

The Milpa concept is to feature modern Mexican cuisine and flavors from all parts of Mexico from Baja California to Jalisco to Oaxaca.

We specialize in making our own tortilla and variety of salsas from scratch no one else has.

At milpa there is an attention to details that take each dish up a notch by our chef the cuisine Chef Andreyna Maldonado that serves each taco with it's own beer complements and balances all the ingredients for each perfectly.

Our cocktail menu focuses on agave based drinks with a concentration on Mezcal. our wine list brings you great Mexican wines hard to find along with many others that pair well with our dishes.

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Vincent

Dined on Aug 24, 2024

Just moved to the area and this was the first restaurant we tried. Great food, friendly staff, will be returning for sure.

LUNA Food & Wine

4.9

4.9 (467)

$31 to $50

Contemporary European

Merritt Island

About the restaurant

Join us for one-of-a-kind fine dining in a casual beach setting!! We are now offering a cash discount. All menu items reflect cash prices.

Special Requests?
Do you have dietary concerns? Questions about an upcoming event? Phone or drop us a line, and we'll get back to you soon!

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Cristi

Dined 5 days ago

I highly recommend this restaurant! It is a great place to take a date or meet a friend. The ambience is intimate and quaint. The food was great as well. A shout out to Kate, our server. Not only was she professional, she was personable and accommodating. She gave service like an owner would give it. I patronized the restaurant two days prior and I voiced a concern on my review. The owner immediately called me to address my concern, therefore, I returned two days later to eat again. I was not disappointed! I can't wait to return next year when I am in town.

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Popular dish

Lobster Ravioli

Chucherias Hondurenas

4.9

4.9 (855)

$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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Kim

Dined 3 days ago

Always a wonderful experience when dining here. The food, the outstanding service and the atmosphere. Nicole(Leslie), our server, does a great job every time!! Thanks again!

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Sticky Toffee Pudding

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