Highly Recommended 14 Dinner Restaurants Near Winter Park, Florida

Jaime Rivera Santos We had the great joy of hosting a celebratory lunch at Restaurant Café Boutique PIANO on September 8th, the day of our wedding. From start to finish, everything was truly exceptional. The dishes were varied, exquisitely prepared, and beautifully presented with such elegance. The champagne and cocktails were a delight, and our guests were absolutely enchanted by the warm, European-style atmosphere, made even more magical by the live pianist. Although the dining room is not very large, that intimacy created a cozy and welcoming setting, perfect for such a special occasion. Many of our family and friends are still talking about how unforgettable and precious that afternoon was. A heartfelt congratulations to the entire professional staff for their outstanding service, and a special thank you to Manager Polina for her warm hospitality. You truly became part of the magic of our day!

Tricia Hazen This past weekend my son and daughter -in- law hosted my 60th surprise dinner party at Garp & Fuss, and it was absolutely amazing! The service from Melissa and Sierra was exceptional - they were attentive, friendly and made sure every guest felt take care of throughout the evening. The food was outstanding, from the appetizers all the way through dessert. Every dish was delicious and beautifully presented. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, making this an ideal spot for a special celebration or a casual date night. I highly recommend Garp & Fuss for anyone looking for great food, excellent service and a memorable experience!

Montecelo Guillermo “G” This is a very cozy little spot with some absolutely amazing food. A bunch of their ingredients are imported from Italy and all their pasta is handmade in-house. Staff is very nice and they have a nice selection of wine and drinks. We came here to celebrate my fiancées birthday, and they brought out a little hand written birthday card for her. Definitely coming back someday to try more of their menu.

Rebekah Meahl Our family of 14 enjoyed dinner here! Friendly and helpful staff were one highlight (shoutout Tanner and Drew!) but of course the star of the show was the delicious food! Since living in the greater Mediterranean and middle eastern region, I have high standards for this region’s food, especially in the US. It was all flavorful and the perfectly seasoned and marinated meats were amazing. The hummus and baba ghanoush is still making my mouth water hours later! And for dessert- probably the best knafeh I’ve had in the US. I hope to come back to eat here again!

A. M. Cruz My number one spot for breakfast. At a great location in Winter Park (park ave). Service is always top notch and food quality hasn’t changed and I’ve been dining here for more than 15 years. Only slightly negative thing is that $25 for an omelette and eggs Benedict is CRAZY LOL. But their serving size is the same and their eggs Benedict are always on point and the California Benedict is my go to breakfast meal. May I also suggest their French toast? You won’t regret.

D Anderson My husband and I had lunch at Sonny’s today and were in Laura’s section. Our food was so good and the service was excellent. Laura was so personable. She took great care of us and always had a smile on her face. We’ll ask for her on our next visit.

Miss T. I LOVE Hillstone! This is a great date night spot (recommended to make reservations for right before sundown so that you can see the sunset). There is a beautiful, small pier that you can walk outside onto. Theres seating there as well for lounging. Theres also seating by the walkway to the pier, and if Im not mistaken, I think Ive seen a firepit before, Im not sure. But all in all, it is a beautiful restaurant. The servers are personable and are good at their jobs. The food?! The food is DELICIOUS. This time, I had more than my usual (knife and fork barbeque ribs that quite literally fall off the bone). My mom and I shared the Jalepeño Queso with tortillas and the Southern Style Brussel Sprouts with lemon aioli and reggiano. The queso isnt my thing but it was yummy, and the brussel sprouts? I dislike brussel sprouts but I loved these. That lemon aioli was chefs kiss! My mom ordered the crab cakes and she let me try them. I might be getting those the next time! The drinks are good too. I usually get margaritas, but this time I had the Jackrabbit, which tasted very similar to a paloma but served up. I recommend Hillstone over and over and over again!

Armando Erbiti We celebrated my nieces birthday at Añejo Cocina, this place is a delightful Mexican food gem!!! I ordered a Michelada, that was spicy and soo good…..the Chicken chimichanga was the best I’ve ever had!!! The tortilla was crispy and the chicken was seasoned perfectly!!! Served with rice and guacamole, will definitely be coming back. The only thing I noticed was parking was a challenge, but it’s worth the time to find a spot….the service and food were excellent!!!

Joe Pennetti My wife and I just finished brunch at The Glass Knife, and we’re still talking about how good everything was. The whole place has such a warm, inviting feel, and the staff made the experience genuinely pleasant from the start. They have plenty of indoor seating and a really nice patio as well. As an added bonus they have a beautiful holiday tree up! I ordered the shakshuka, and honestly, it was the best I’ve ever had, so good. The sauce was rich and flavorful with just the right touch of heat, and the bread they served with it was unbelievable, perfect for scooping and soaking up every bit. My wife went with the biscuit platter and couldn’t stop praising the egg soufflé. The biscuits were crusty, crumbly and tender all at the same time. She really enjoyed the breakfast potatoes too, so flavorful. We also shared a glazed donut (lots of fancy options too but we went for simple) and it ended up being one of the highlights. Soft, lightly crisp on the outside, and not overly sweet, really well done. I wrapped everything up with a latte that was smooth and balanced, really enjoyable. Big shout out to Roma for taking such good care of us! Overall it was one of the most enjoyable brunches we’ve had in a long time. The Glass Knife absolutely delivered. Well be back for sure.

Melisa Marshall It was our first experience at Umi, and it was nothing short of amazing. Mona was incredibly helpful in guiding us through the menu and recommending different options. The food was exquisite, and we even tried the Japanese soda, which was a fun and unique touch. I’m vegetarian and there were great options for me. This was truly a memorable experience for our family, one that my children will remember forever. I’m so grateful we decided to try this place. Mona’s friendliness and knowledge made the evening even more special and elevated the entire experience.

Pam Duncan From the moment you walk in, you are immersed in the festive atmosphere that New Orleans is known for. From giant Mardi Gras beads to a colorful art and jester heads, this restaurant offers great food and atmosphere. We were seated promptly, great service when our server offered to half our chicken sandwich with lemon sauce(very good), promptly brought out our side that was originally incorrectly brought out. The restaurant is rated top 5 for their onion rings. I would have to agree as an onion ring frequent eater. They have thick cuts of onion rings with crispy breading that isn’t just salted, but spiced with Italian seasoning and buttermilk in the breading. The honey-crystal shrimp was delicious but be warned that the hard shell tails are under the batter so don’t put the whole shrimp in your mouth before removing the tail. I e had the debris spring roll which came with a rich gravy. I didn’t like the spring roll myself because of the heaviness of the meat inside but it was a unique dish. They also have an outdoor covered patio in front of the restaurant.

Terrence Hightower The atmosphere was very comfortable and laid back. We were there for brunch. I heard about the brewery, so I tried one of the brewed beers, which was very good. I informed the server that I didnt eat pork, but wanted the breakfast type sandwich, so she suggested I go with grilled chicken, so I had a custom fried egg and grilled chicken sandwich and it was great.

Melissa DeGuzman We came to try the updated menu, and everything we ordered was absolutely delicious! I was happy to see the meatball appetizer was still on the menu — always a crowd-pleaser. I was especially surprised by the salad — the cheese in the middle was amazing. If you love butternut squash, you’ll definitely enjoy the soup — it’s rich, thick, and full of flavor. For entrées, we tried the duck, braised beef, and branzino fish — all three were cooked to perfection. And don’t skip dessert! We had the vanilla ice cream, raspberry sorbet, and tiramisu — each one was delightful. Our overall dining experience was excellent. The atmosphere was warm, and our server was both attentive and friendly. Highly recommend!

Earths Pharm A favorite! Such a cool vibe. Service is always spot on. Grilled shrimp hard tacos are a favorite along with the ceviche trio. Owner is present and attentive.