Fine Dining Restaurants near Altamonte Springs, FL

“The service was excellent and best part of the experience. The Bosnian ladies were the most helpful and friendly service I have had in a while. The food was good but a little cool. I think the for the price 2 egg breakfast was best. I just wish Hilton covered the full breakfast price like Hyatt and Marriott do for their top loyalty clients.“

“This restaurant is consistently good. Everything is always perfect. The flatbread is great. The chicken and shrimp and grits are also wonderful. The best host Steven is leaving. He was great. If you went there a lot, he knew where you wanted sit. He will be missed. True customer service. P“

“Another fantastic experience at Christner's for my husband's birthday celebration. From the cocktails old fashioned and dirty martinis to the appetizer ahi tuna — our favorite! The steak 12oz filet and stone crab claws plus the sides of chateau potatoes, creamed corn and Brussel sprouts. And no birthday meal is ever complete without the orange cake and cappuccinos with the rock sugar stick stirrers. The ambience and service are next to none!“

“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.“

“If they had 10 stars I would give 20. Talk about the WOW factor!! Flew into Orlando to surprise my sister and she surprised me with Date night at Flemings in Winter Park!! The outstanding guest experience began when my sister made the reservation... Randi was exceptional he went above and beyond to make sure we had a spot even during a very busy promotion that they had going on... He also went the extra mile to make us feel extra special with the special cocktails... Our Server Andrew continued with the special service by welcoming us in and his suggestions for dinner were so delicious 😋... Andrew even added some extra touches with special sauce suggestions to add to our dining experience... Max was also extra attentive by taking our picture by the cutest spot under the tree and checking to ensure we had enough bread and tasty butters on hand... Been to many restaurants in Chicago but I must admit not one has gone the extra mile as did the manager and staff at Winter Park.... Bravo to you all!!“

“Recommend Everything! We’d had a long day and this was the place we didn’t know we needed! They were so welcoming, with amazing recommendations including descriptions of menu items that made my mouth water! It’s a family business that makes everyone feel like family - with unique and very good food! Octopus… pork belly… pasta..amazing desserts! You don’t want to miss Russells! Thank you for making our night so fun!“

“My wife and I are definitely foodies. We have been to some of the best restaurants in town, and the Lake Mary Social has been on our list to try for over a year. We finally got to try it about a month ago, and unfortunately, I believe we hit on an off night. To their credit, however, the management reached out to me and my wife (almost immediately after hearing about our concerns) in an attempt to make things right. This is the mark of excellent leadership. I applaud the owners and management for their outstanding customer service. It is clear that they have a passion for what they do and for the customers who dine at their restaurant. In their attempt to make things right, we were invited back for a meal with the intention of showing us what The Lake Mary Social is supposed to be. They succeeded. The atmosphere was fantastic and the service was excellent. Overall, the character of the restaurant is very well executed. They have done a lot of positive things with the space. As soon as you walk through the door, you are transported to a 1920’s style, fine-dining establishment that is a far cry from the old and seemingly run-down shopping center in which it is located. They have truly elevated themselves above their surroundings and do a phenomenal job of allowing their patrons to escape and lose themselves in what I would describe as a “bubble of class.” My wife and I started with a yellowfin tuna tartare that was so incredibly balanced in all five palatable flavors it seamlessly blended the sweet, salty, bitter, umami, and even a punch of sour from the occasional hint of diced kiwi. For the entrees, my wife had the prime filet mignon which was cooked to perfection. I sampled it and could literally cut it with a butter knife. The seasoning was superbly sparse— not overpowering the natural flavor of the prime beef but rather enhancing it. The dish was finished with a mix of flawlessly executed, al dente, roasted vegetables. Each bite had just the right amount of crunch, and when paired every so often with the juices from the steak, creates a perfect palatal experience. I had the chicken cordon bleu. The chicken was moist, flavorful, and balanced incredibly well with the smokiness of the ham and the savoriness of the bleu cheese. The chicken sat upon a generous, but not overpowering bed of pommes puree. The unifying force behind this dish was the clearly scratch-made béchamel sauce. This sauce was the creamy, savory link that brought the aforementioned flavors into exquisite unity. Dessert was a strawberry basil panna cotta and a banana pudding. My wife had the panna cotta and I had the pudding. Each of us believed that our selection was the best of the two, but the truth is that they were both excellent choices. I do think; however, that I have to give a leg-up to the panna cotta. It checked all the panna cotta boxes: texture, flavor, and balance. It was light and fluffy yet firm, fruity and minty yet not too sweet, and overall wonderfully refreshing. Our meal at The Lake Mary Social was delectable from start to finish. Based on this meal, I would absolutely recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a fine-dining experience in the Central Florida area.“