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Diners' Choice: Contemporary American restaurants in Orlando

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Updated November 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Contemporary American cuisine in Orlando? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyses more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favourites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


A photo of Good Morning Breakfast with Goofy and His Pals restaurant
4.9
4.9 (235)
$50 and over
Contemporary American
Lake Buena Vista
About the restaurant
Experience Good Morning Breakfast with Goofy & His Pals character breakfast, offered at Ravello on select dates. The breakfast features a wonderful assortment of traditional breakfast favourites along with an omelette station. A photographer will be on-site to capture your memories with Goofy & Pals, the always-entertaining stars of the breakfast.*


Top review
ian
Dined on Oct 31, 2024
Honestly a fantastic character experience - great value compared to Chef Mickey and the character interaction was outstanding. The kids had a great time.
A photo of Bites & Bubbles restaurant
4.7
4.7 (1350)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Downtown Orlando
About the restaurant
Welcome to Bites & Bubbles, a locally owned and operated restaurant in the heart of the Mills 50 District at Mills Park Orlando. We offer an unparalleled dining experience, with delicious cuisine, an amazing selection of wines, a full liquor bar, and an ambiance brimming with merriment. We pride ourselves on using only the freshest ingredients, and our menu changes regularly, sometimes daily, to showcase the finest seasonal offerings.

We offer our full dinner menu Monday through Saturday starting at 5PM, Sunday Brunch starting at 11:30AM, as well as monthly wine dinners for those who want to indulge in a truly special dining experience. As proprietors deeply rooted in the community, we sincerely appreciate your patronage. It is our unwavering dedication to delivering exceptional food, drink, and service that drives us. We look forward to the opportunity to welcome you at Bites & Bubbles soon.

Cheers!
Chef Eddie (Bites) & Nicholas (Bubbles)

Top review
David
Dined on Oct 26, 2024
It was amazing the roof top was dope and the weather was perfect t.
A photo of Hemisphere Restaurant at Hyatt Regency Orlando Airport restaurant
4.7
4.7 (390)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
South Orlando
About the restaurant
Hemisphere offers an active, upbeat environment that engages guests' senses. Chef de Cuisine Jason Moltz's seasonal menus feature hand-crafted dishes that infuse fresh, local ingredients with modern world flavors. Hemisphere also features an incredible wine selection and cuvées. We are located on the ninth floor of the Hyatt Regency Orlando International Airport with convenient access to downtown Orlando, the Interstate 4 business and tourism corridor, as well as the neighboring Lake Nona community. A great place to dine or relax before/after your flight or with complimentary valet parking, it's an unexpected but excellent option for Orlando & Lake Nona area residents!
Top review
Leslievip
Dined 1 day ago
We started with the Burrata which was uniquely delicious. Secondly, we enjoyed the meatballs. We split the lamb chops as our meal. They were perfectly prepared. Our waiter was very attentive, and he did not rush us to finish. It was an enjoyable evening!
A photo of Aurora restaurant
4.6
4.6 (893)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
Waterford Lakes
About the restaurant
The stunning lightshow of auroras wouldn't be visible without the combination of unique elements. In turn, we know that true beauty can be found when people from all walks of life come together under one roof for a shared purpose. This is the spirit of Aurora at the Celeste. We believe wonder is created in the midst of communal experiences, particularly over a shared love for delicious food and captivating atmosphere.

An immersive concept set apart from all others in Orlando, Aurora is a restaurant experience that captures vast attention through colorful flavors, stunning ambiance, and refined service. With an emphasis on fresh, locally sourced food, Aurora is a glimmering spectacle within the Celeste Hotel experience.

Top review
Victoriavip
Dined on Oct 27, 2024
Chris was a wonderful waiter. Brunch was delicious. Beautiful atmosphere. Will be back.
A photo of Russell's on Lake Ivanhoe restaurant
4.8
4.8 (1234)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Downtown Orlando
About the restaurant
Located on the historic Lake Ivanhoe, Russell's offers an upscale casual dining restaurant and bar featuring an innovative and fresh menu, all with an amazing view and atmosphere.

Chef Emmanual Clement has created a varied and exciting menu based on his international experience.
Some of our favorite suggestions include:
Artisan Charcuterie Board, Roasted Beets & Burrata Napoleon & Octopus Escabeche (we cure our own meats)
Entrees: Grilled Swordfish with Sorrel Sauce, Crispy Duck Confit & Tenderloin Au Poivre (all sauces made fresh in house)
Desserts: White Chocolate Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce & Cranberry Crème Brulée (all our desserts are made in house)

Awards:
Top Tables 2020
Best Burger 2021 Orlando Sentinel Foodie Award
Best Ambiance; Editor's Choice Orlando, The City's Magazine
Best Brunch: Readers' Choice Orlando, The City's Magazine

If you any dietary requirements just let us know ahead of time and we will try and accommodate you.

See you soon!

Top review
Brianvip
Dined on Oct 28, 2024
What a beautiful setting full of nice people. The food was delicious, too. Special mention for the zucchini fritter!
A photo of Soco Restaurant restaurant
4.7
4.7 (2159)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
Downtown Orlando
About the restaurant
Soco Restaurant features Southern Contemporary Cuisine with a progressive culinary approach under the direction of award-winning Executive Chef/Partner Greg Richie. The restaurant offers genuine southern hospitality in a warm and welcoming environment. Our team is dedicated to overall excellence and cultivating Downtown Orlando as a dining destination.

Top review
Samantha
Dined 7 days ago
Everything we ordered was delicious. From the drinks, to the small plates, to the main course, the food was top notch. Our waitress was amazing and helped us decide which dishes to get.
A photo of Chroma Modern Bar + Kitchen restaurant
4.7
4.7 (2613)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
South Orlando
About the restaurant
A cornerstone of Lake Nona Town Center, Chroma Modern Bar + Kitchen serves a colorful spectrum of snacks, starters and social plates, craft beer, fine wine, and specialty cocktails designed to tantalize the taste buds and inspire connectivity. Dine inside in cozy banquettes, outside on the covered patio, or in the solarium, complete with views of Lake Nona’s community art installation, “The Beacon.”
Top review
Brettvip
Dined 3 days ago
Amazing food and service! Definitely highly recommend this restaurant.
A photo of Canvas Restaurant and Market restaurant
4.4
4.4 (2743)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
South Orlando
About the restaurant
Canvas Restaurant & Market is located at the Laureate Park Village Center in the heart of Lake Nona. The 278-seat restaurant is one of Orlando's only waterfront dining destinations and serves new American cuisine. Known for one of the best brunches in Orlando, our sunset views, extensive outdoor seating, and great food and drink, and our great service, Canvas is perfect for a drink at the bar, a business lunch, a romantic dinner or a relaxing brunch.
Top review
Vanessavip
Dined on Oct 18, 2024
Everything about this restaurant was wonderful. Came for a casual lunch with a friend but would be great date night spot for dinner too. Definitely will return if I’m in the area again!
A photo of Lake Mary Social restaurant
4.3
4.3 (434)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Lake Mary
About the restaurant
Take a break from the sights and sounds of central Florida and shift into a dimension of effortless elegance and subdued style in a lavish succession of spaces.

Lake Mary Social allows you to follow your spiritual blueprint and choose between the main floor's elevated dining, an intimate but connected bistro nook, a worldly and comfortable lounge off the beaten path, or you might slide into the electrifying dynamics of our VIP suites.

Top review
Joshuavip
Dined 7 days ago
Loving the new menu! Food was fantastic! Drinks were top notch(as always)! We're excited to come back for happy hour.
A photo of The Southern on 8th restaurant
4.2
4.2 (110)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
Clermont
About the restaurant
• Contemporary Southern Scratch Kitchen & Bar with Creative Chef Driven Cuisine
• Signature Items Include Local Florida Seafood, Angus Beef, Craft Cocktails
• Signature Weekend Brunch on Saturdays and Sundays 11:00 AM - Chicken & Waffles, Shrimp & Grits, Peach Stuffed Cornflake Coated French Toast & More
• Live Music on the Weekends
• Happy Hour Tuesday- Sunday
• Outdoor Covered Patio and Open Air Courtyard Seating
• Located In Downtown Clermont


Top review
Rebecca
Dined on Oct 1, 2024
Very good food and very good service. We will be back again.
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