50 Best American Restaurants near Alafaya

“Food was awesome! I had the Strawberry 🍓 Crepes 🍓🍓🍓“

“We had high expectations for Maxine's and they exceeded those expectations! From the attentive service to the welcoming greeting by the owners, we really enjoyed our visit. After reading all the positive reviews, we drove an hour to experience it for ourselves. The picture of the skillet lasagna on their website was the final push to make the trip and it didn't disappoint!“

“Jackie was our waitress today at Nona Blue. Jackie has waited on us before, because we go to Nona Blue quite often. Is my family‘s favorite restaurant in the area, and has been for many years. Jackie is the best waitress ever. She is not only cute and sweet and fun, but she is a very hard worker. She completely takes care of her people. She genuinely cares, and will do everything to make your experience perfect. Thank you, Jackie for making Nona Blue so great!!!!“

“Ordered Bolay for lunch through the app and was so excited to find a free Bol coupon in my rewards! Ordering was super simple and straightforward and the ready time was super fast, under 15 minutes! Since this was during the workday, I needed to be able to get there and back with my food quickly to fit into my 30 minute lunch break! I was thrilled when I walked in and my order was all ready, packaged with napkins and my silverware and still warm! It was delicious too! Great option for a healthy and fast meal!“

“Ate Sunday brunch. Staff was very friendly, food was delicious and served fast. Bartender (Hailey) was very polite and responsive. Good atmosphere. Would come back!“

“Alexander was great at today. Friendly, fast accurate service. We had a large order and it was fresh and hot with all the extra side sauces and dressings we asked for. Will definitely be back. I had to let everyone know.“

“BOGO Wings Mondays!!! Bartender Reese is the best!!“

“✨ 5 estrellas ¡Una experiencia espectacular! Desde que llegamos, todo fue perfecto. La comida estaba deliciosa, con ese sabor auténtico que te hace sentir en la isla. Las bebidas también estaban riquísimas, bien preparadas y súper refrescantes. Pero lo que realmente hizo la diferencia fue el servicio de Guirley. ¡Increíble! Siempre atenta, amable y con una sonrisa. Nos hizo sentir bienvenidos y cuidó cada detalle. ¡Gracias, Guirley, por tu excelente atención! Definitivamente volveremos. 🇵🇷✨“

“Amazing atmosphere to hang out grab a drink and eat great food!“

“Best burgers in central Florida. Fresh ground beef. Smashed, seasoned and cooked to perfection. Amazing Mac and cheese. Exceptional customer service. 10/10 can't recommend enough this is gonna be a new regular now. |“

“This was not our first seating with KEVN!! Lucky us!! EXCELLENT server! He is consistently one step ahead of the game: anticipating your needs and providing that for you. Food at 60 Vines? AMAZING!!! Beverages? WONDERFUL! I have not been disappointed in any capacity. Kudos Team ! FIVE STARS!!! 12/13/2021“

“This location (Alafaya & Mitchell Hammock) is much better than the one in Winter Park!
Much friendlier staff, and my bowl looked much better 5 stars ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
(Only thing I found odd - today I tried the bbq chicken, I didn’t expect it to be on the bone still) very tasty though“

“We’ve been to all three Hangry Bison locations. Winter Park was our first and quickly felt like home. Winter Garden kept the magic going, and now Lake Mary has us just as hooked! This place has become our go to spot. Great food, amazing drinks, welcoming atmosphere, and service that makes you feel like family. I highly recommend. The Hangry Bison never misses!“

“EVERYTHING I have ever tried here is amazing! First experience was Thanksgiving for a party of 8. We literally got one of everything off the menu and let’s just say zero left overs! The empanadas are OUT OF THIS WORLD! The drink menu is Astrology themed and if you are into space/ astronauts the decor will excite you! There is even a couple selfie photo spots that are space themed. Desserts are TRULY special get the super nova it’s a whole experience! You will not be dissatisfied at all Truly a favorite spot!“

“The best of oviedo: my whole family loves it ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️✨✨✨“

“Kevin,Kevin,Kevin!!!!! Mr. Kevin was an absolute blast to tour the wines with. His enthusiasm and kind spirit made our first time exceptional good. Tried some wines at his recommendation and they were phenomenal! The young man at the bar, clark i believe was also incredibly kind and attentive. 5 out of 5 will definitely be back!
thanks again kevin!“

“Great service good food selection😎“

“Stopped in for Sunday brunch and was pleased with the brunch options! Bianca was our server and was very attentive, refilling our drinks before having to ask and making good menu recommendations. Hubby and I split the brunch burger and estate burger and both were delicious, although I liked the brunch one better. The star burger was a bit saltier than I like but still delicious. My daughter got the mushroom Swiss and she enjoyed it!“

“The BEST! If you are looking for the best of everything in a dining experience, look no further then Marlow's Tavern. A true gem! When you walk in, it's too a sparkling clean dining area, with a coziness that envelopes you in comfort with deep colors, and the a/c is just right, the background music is just right, and the hostess finds you a nice corner that accommodates a mobility scooter and the other 3 in your family are comfortably seated in a wrap around booth. The table is not attached to the floor so that even larger members of your party, can be comfortable. Our waiter, Mario was top notch right from the start, explaining to us how the restaurant is a cut above a typical restaurant by making everything from scratch the food and the drinks (even the drink juices and mixers are all made fresh in house) We wanted a tropical drink that was not in the menu, they made us exactly what we were looking for! Then the chef came out to personally greet us and welcome us even providing us with a surprise that made us feel like VIP's. Our waiter described a few of his own favorite dishes. And answered our questions and advised us on the menu to meet our specific tastes along the way. Then came the food!!! We ordered a crab dip with buttered saltines, shrimp and grits, a lump crab salad, prime rib french dip, and asparagus fries. We LOVED every single bite(and ate every single bite, stopping just short of licking the plates) The BEST of everything, each forkful a delight and the best we have ever had! I mean the best crab dip. The best shrimp and grits( 2 members of our party mentioned that they were going to share, it was plated perfectly on two plates, with more shrimp on 1/2 the order then we had ever seen on a full order! The shrimp were succulent, firm, tasty and cooked to perfection.) The prime rib was cooked exactly as it should be and so tender it just melted in your mouth. Asparagus fries we almost fought over, a nice twist on one of our favorite veggies. The food was so good we even had to get 2 desserts to go(we were to full to eat more but it was so good!) that we wanted to try the desserts. As we were leaving, some live music started playing. Our only regret is this was only a quick stop for us before heading out on a cruise. We would have loved to be able to try everything on the menu, it was a difficult decision to decide on just one appetizer and one entree. Go and ENJOY THE BEST!!!“

“I ordered my mixer on the app to see how fast it would take to get my desert. I went up to the front and i waited. Mario immediately asked if i needed help. I told him about my order and he immediately took care of it. These types of employees are keepers- self starters and take care of business. This guy can be a future leader.

Shane i see him hardworking, walking around cleaning, being proactive in ensuring tables are cleaned and ready for guests. He took our tray and even offered a to go box. He definitely was ensuring guests didnt need anything additional.

When you take care of your employees they take care of teh guests.“

“Great place. Good burgers“

“Karen was our waitress today 10-6-24 she was excelente as usual!!“

“I was searching for the perfect spot to celebrate my birthday, and The Stubborn Mule in Orlando just fell into my lap — what a gem! I met my cousin who lives nearby, and we were looking for a good meal, great vibes, and a few laughs.
Our server, Jessica, was absolutely amazing — friendly, knowledgeable, and made us feel like queens! She knew the menu inside and out and gave the best recommendations. We started with the Edamame topped with grated Parmesan, which came in a generous portion and was so flavorful.
For the main course, I ordered the Smash Burger with Garlic Broccolini — I was thrilled to learn it’s made with grass-fed beef. My cousin had The Stubborn Mule and Cheesy Gouda Grits, and she loved every bite.
To top it all off, Jessica surprised me with a Salted Caramel Cheesecake for my birthday — such a sweet touch!
I couldn’t have asked for a better birthday lunch — great food, amazing service, and perfect outdoor weather in downtown O-Town. I’ll definitely be back! 🎉“

“Great food, fresh steaks and the best wings around. !“

“The restaurant was amazing“

“My favorite for years. Very upbeat vibe! This is why I entertain multiple decades at The Porch. Always friendly, great food, and awesome atmosphere.“

“Love this place kids love love their meals and the free ice cream 🍨“

“We had an amazing time at Keg Social Orlando celebrating a birthday! We enjoyed bowling, axe throwing, and the arcade, which provided hours of fun. The venue offers something for everyone, regardless of age—our group ranged from 11 to 41 years old, and everyone had a blast. The food and drinks from the bar were fresh and delicious, and the DJ kept the party atmosphere lively. The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, making our experience even better. Highly recommend for a fun and memorable outing for all ages!“

“This was a suggestion by someone else that frequently goes here. I was not disappointed. It is limited on space but service was quick. Pancakes are a feature item! They have a signature drink menu but you can't customize or substitute. A downside is they were out of both drinks I wanted so I opted for the pomegranate bellini, it was ok. Being that its in Winter Park it is on the higher end of prices per item. I had leftovers which eased the cost. Will return“

“The burgers are incredible and the staff are super friendly. Tiffany was awesome. Definitely a good place to stop!“

“We visited for lunch today. My husband had the Simple Man smash burger and I ordered the honey butter biscuit and onion dip with a half kale salad. The honey butter biscuit was delicious. Perfectly sweet and salty. Slightly grilled. The onion dip was served with house made ranch chips. Delicious. The dip was creamy and rich, but I needed more onions. My husband loved the marinated tomatoes on his sandwich. My kale apple salad was balanced and a great addition to the apps ordered. Would definitely visit again.“

“Great spot for families and food and service is excellent“

“This restaurant is in the lobby of the Cambria Hotel. Food is so delicious! Friendly staff. Would definitely recommend. We had the steak with mushrooms and fries, shrimp pasta, chicken salad sandwich and buffalo wings. Im not a craft beer girl, but the mango beer is pretty good. YUM!“

“Always the best! A friendly but serious restaurant. Great everything.“

“Great potato pancakes Apple pie is my wife favorite Chocolate French Silk 👍“

“once again food was great and Taylor took care of us like family. Thank you again and keep up the outstanding customer service and reason why I will continue to cone back whenever I'm in Florida“

“We stopped in for lunch with a group of 9 ages 5-65. We sat at the large raised table. We had a great waiter, food we all agreed was delicious, promptly served, and we weren’t rushed to get done.“

“I had the pleasure of enjoying the Orlando Magical Dining Experience with Hamilton’s and it was everything. The atmosphere, service and food, top tier. I can not wait to come back for brunch.“

“I love going to sonny's in oviedo and Micki is the best always having a good time“

“Love coopers! Best wine, best vibes & love our waiter James. Always so attentive“

“Great food and service. Love the general store and frequently purchase my dresses there.“

“Amazing experience...ask for Deric!! can not wait to return to this restaurant. It is so much more than a restaurant!“

“Try Uncle Tony’s Backyard BBQ it is so delicious. I tried the Beef ribs- briskets- bake beans- black eyed peas-corn bread- banana pudding- and the lemon pound cake. Everything was so good - i can’t wait to go back. Also their customer service was amazing that’s very important. Thanks Uncle Tony’s hurry to Apopka“

“excellent restaurant in every way 😎👍 highly recommend“

“jayneliz was an amazing server and all over a sweet person. love your biggest bjs fans“

“It’s a great place to hangout and meet people and the food is great!“

“This place was stunning, the food was beyond amazing. The service was impeccable, they explained every dish, where it was sourced and they mindfulness behind the preparation. This is a wonderful experience in Orlando, 10/10 recommended.“

“The Brunch is great and the appetizer are delicious“

“Highly recommend for family gatherings! We just had our Baby Shower in their event space & we had an amazing time. All the staff was super friendly, very accommodating and easy to work with & book. The food and drinks were delicious and fast. Our host/waitress was so sweet and fun and great about interacting with everyone at the shower. The kids present were very happy to feed the gators, visit the parrots, and pretty much wander around in between the games. I cannot recommend their services enough and I am beyond happy we chose here for our baby shower.“

“My friend and I went here after getting our nails done next door and the older man running the place was the absolute sweetest!! It was pretty empty with just one other person but the service was quick and the food was amazing fresh and filling. We refilled our drinks before heading out and he made sure we were enjoying our food and experience. Haven’t been to a Toasted since I was much younger and pleased to say the atmosphere and quality of both the food and service hasn’t wavered :)“