“Eat” listings
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Anthony’s Pizzeria
Snag a table on the streetside patio at this casual Italian restaurant in the heart of downtown Orlando’s hip Thornton Park neighborhood. New York-style pizzas are topped with tasty tidbits like fresh pesto, sundried tomatoes and Genoa salami. Don't let the name fool you, as there are also other options, including salads, pastas ,and chicken, eggplant and veal entrees. $ (09/2011)
100 N Summerlin Ave
407-648-0009
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Nappasorn Thai
This downtown Orlando favorite, located in the middle of the bar and restaurant district, is known for its traditional Thai food and sushi. Try green mussels on the half shell, steamed with fresh basil and lemongrass and served in a clay pot or the sweet and sour fish. $$ (09/2011)
56 E Pine St
407-245-8088
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Dragonfly Sushi
Robata specialties (meats and seafood grilled on an open fire) star at this super-stylish Japanese restaurant in the upscale Dr. Phillips shopping plaza. The sake menu is expansive and ordering tapas-style is the way to go for a taste of it all—because you will want to try everything. $$$ (09/2011)
7972 Via Dellagio Way
407-370- 3359
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Shin Jung Korean Restaurant
The little bowls of condiments— kimchi and dried squid, to name a few—are almost as exciting as the chance to sizzle your own beef, chicken and seafood in tabletop barbecues at this authentic Korean barbecue restaurant in downtown Orlando’s thriving Asian district. The seafood pancakes are to die for. $$ (08/2011)
1638 E Colonial Dr
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Muchos Tequila and Tacos
This big, boisterous Mexican- American restaurant in downtown Orlando does standard Mexican fare— fajitas, chimichangas, burritos—as well as unexpected twists like al pastor tacos with pineapple and salsa verde. There are more than 130 tequilas on the menu and flights let you sample your share. $$ (08/2011)
101 S Eola Dr
407-843-9676
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Hummus House
Students from the University of Central Florida flock to this diminutive Middle Eastern café for super-fresh eats such as chicken Caesar pitas and spicy Hawaiian salad. But hummus is the real star, and it comes spiked with such tasty additives as guacamole, chipotle and roasted red pepper. $ (06/2011)
11565 University Blvd
407-282- 7482
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Fuji Sushi
This Winter Park sushi mainstay does raw fish to a tee, and piles it high on creative rolls like the Candy Cane—snowcrab and asparagus inside and layers of white and regular tuna on top. $$ (06/2011)
1449 Lee Rd, Winter Park
407-645-1299
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Roberto’s Little Havana
Surfers arrive post-paddle for hearty breakfasts of eggs, bacon and frijoles at this popular family-run Cuban restaurant. Lunch and dinner entrées like ropa vieja served with maduros and plantains are as authentic as anything you’d find in Havana. $ (05/2011)
26 N Orlando Ave, Cocoa Beach
321-784-1868
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Seito Sushi
Sushi lovers swear by the cheap and cheerful katsu, sushi and teriyaki lunch specials at this Japanese restaurant in Baldwin Park. The spicy tuna roll is as good as they come, and some of the more inspired rolls include jalapeño tempura and apricot glaze. $$ (04/2011)
4898 New Broad St
407-898-8801
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Yellow Dog Eats
Chef Fish Morgan’s emporium of good eats in an upscale Orlando suburb draws folks from all over town for gourmet lunches and dinners with hound-inspired names. Try the Retriever’s Roast—a rare roast beef sandwich with Gouda, caramelized onions and sweet pommery mustard. $$ (03/2011)
1236 Hempel Ave, Windermere
407-296-0609
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Heidelberg Restaurant
A block away from the oceanfront in Cocoa Beach, this German restaurant serving schnitzel and sauerbraten stands apart in its surf-centric community. Locals come for the refreshingly different food and quality live music acts at adjoining Heidi’s Jazz Club. $$$ (03/2011)
7 N Orlando Ave
321-783-4559
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The Turf Club Bar & Grill
The spiced salmon salad with applewood smoked bacon and the New York strip with lump crabmeat crust are standouts at this restaurant within the equestrian-themed Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa. In addition, a sustainable fish is offered each day. Check out the horse racing memorabilia in the dining room or, better yet, dine outside under the large fans. $$$ (02/2011)
At Disney World’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa Lake Buena Vista
407-939-3463
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