New American Restaurants near Bay Lake, FL

“Upscale, signature dining restaurant located at Disney's Grand Floridian. Housed in a distinct octagonal pavilion stretching out over the Seven Seas Lagoon, it specializes in premium coastal cuisine and steaks. We found the main dining floor to be mostly navigable by wheelchair with a few tight corners. The outdoor viewing area for fireworks is also accessible. The ambience inside was calm with intimate lighting as expected in most signature restaurants. The menu, although small, had options covering a variety of dietary restrictions. Shoutout to our incredible bartender Kay!“

“All the food was great. Artisanal bread, cheese board, gazpacho, red snapper with shrimp, and dessert. Probably the best cooked fish I've had in Orlando. Service was spot on. If you're going to get a fancy dinner at Disney, you'll get what you pay for here.“

“My husband and I went there for lunch today and not only was the food delicious, our bartender/server Melanie was so friendly, knowledgeable about the food and the beverages and made the experience amazing.“

“Ate here for the first time this weekend and the food was amazing! Our waitress was very helpful and the food was fresh and delicious. Some of the best tortilla chips I’ve had (salsa trio) and the enchiladas were great! Great kids options as well!“

“Food was delicious and something different than the usual chain restaurants“

“Let me tell you about Seasons 52 in Orlando Florida. First I found out this is the original restaurant, first store. I have been to Seasons 52 before in other locations but our experience last night was absolutely amazing. The atmosphere was incredible, we had a water view, the service was absolutely fantastic and the food could not have been better. We both had Fillet and lobster. Both were cooked absolutely perfect!!!! Our server Shelby did the most amazing job. Our experience could not have been better. Thank you!“

“I adore Fresh Kitchen - the best restaurant I've found in the area to eat a gluten/dairy/meat free dinner that is also low in salt! That's because two of the managers know my restrictions and automatically put together a delicious bowl that I can safely eat (rice, chickpeas, kale, red pepper, almond slices, etc) - and it's delicious! Yesterday, I took my bowl home, added fresh sliced peaches and avocado, enough then to split into two meals. It was awesome.“

“Yard House it’s always a great place to go. I always sit at the bar when I go there, but with that being said, the service is flawless the bartenders have a great personality and Justin overall great place to eat and have a couple drinks.“

“Just wanted to thank Sierra for her service when I come w my friends. She always makes everything easy, suggest different things, and never makes us feel like a burden with complicated orders. This place is very convenient in location and to watch the game and fights. Thank you again, Sierra!“

“Nos encantó la combinación de buena atención y un ambiente cálido para compartir momentos especiales con familia y amigos !“

“GF, just ask. They have a gf menu.
Had pork chops. Brussel sprouts are one of my favorite sides but little disappointed this time. Undercooked, almost hard. Polite pig Brussel sprouts had better flavor.
Appetizers were huge. Salad could feed 4. Pork belly was a meal itself and a full burrito oval for the bruschetta for my wife.“

“Simply outstanding! Great all-around experience!!“

“omg... First time here. Laura Corona our server AMAZING!! Sophia our manager AWESOME!“

“Love Freddy’s every chance I get to eat here. One of the best Burger Chains out there“

“I was in town for my daughter's 14th birthday and Norman's did not disappoint. From our initial greeting to the final goodbyes, the team at Norman's was flawless. We were promptly sat upon entering. Every team member that stopped by our table made sure to wish my daughter a happy birthday. Service was timed to perfection. Drinks were always kept full. Entrees got to us just as our appetizers were finished. Our service team made sure we had everything we needed to enjoy our visit. As for food we started with the charcuterie board, blue crab beignets, and the pork belly. All 3 appetizers were amazing and perfectly portioned so we could all enjoy some. I had the yellowtail snapper as I've heard that Norman's has the best yellowtail snapper and this could be the best filet of fish I've ever had. Highly recommend trying this fish out if you're a fish lover as I am. We also had the filet mignon and the Mongolian tomahawk pork chop. Both were cooked perfectly and had great flavor. We also enjoyed au gratin potatoes, creamed corn and lobster Mac. The creamed corn was the only item in the entire experience that I didnt care for because it had a pepper taste to it and that's not what I was expecting. Lobster Mac was great as was the au gratin potatoes. For dessert, they brought out a platter as a surprise to all us with my daughter's name written on the plate. That was a super cool touch and made the experience that much better. Not to be outdone they also brought us passionfruit creme brulee, key lime pie, cheesecake and tiramisu. Each of these desserts were delicious. Sadly I was able to taste but not indulge as I have to watch my sugar intake but the rest of my party loved each option given. I can't say enough how great this dining experience was to those that I know so I wanted to share what an outstanding job Norman's did for my family and how special they made my daughter feel. True hospitality is hard to find these days and Norman's did a fine job on this visit.“

“A unique and exciting eating experience.“

“Victoria was excellent! She was attentive and made great recommendations. Can’t wait to go back again!“

“Had a fabulous evening. Service was excellent. But it was a late booking as there were no earlier tables available - which was disappointing. All the staff were friendly & professional. Would recommend family and friends.“

“great food, very good and the sevice was excellent!“

“A massage for your palate! Wonderful for a celebration“

“We always have a great time here. Food is great and service always on top of it. Christiana is top notch. Provides great service. Remembers us when we come in.“

“Candace was our server. She was great! Highly recommend her as a server. The fire oven pizza is great. Love the sweet & sour sauce on the Calamari. Prices and quality are very fair. Just out side of the Disney chaos but not too far (6.3 miles/12 minutes) to the Magic Kingdom.“

“We loved it! So did the little one! We would definitely go again! ✅“

“Andrew is the best waiter to ever walk this planet. I got the strip with the Mac and cheese and the flight of sauces. It was delicious! The red wine reduction with the horseradish was so tasty. The meat was cooked perfectly and the Mac was so tasty as well. Onion rings and the bread were also great starters. 10/10 food. 10/10 service. No notes! Plus the prices aren’t even bad for a steak house!“

“This was one of the unique experiences we had in Walt disney world this year.
It was one of my favorite restaurants to dine if not the favorite. The bowls are unique and flavorful, and there were plenty of choices. It was easy to find a place to sit although they had queues for ordering. My favorite dish was the moon light bowl, which came in unusual colors and a bomb of flavors.“

“I haven't been to Orlando in awhile but if God is willing the first meal I have when i get back will be here! This place is the real deal.“

“A Disney trip isn’t complete without Dole Whip 🍍✨
This time we tried the Dole Whip Rum Floater. That splash of Parrot Bay Coconut Rum definitely helped 😉

That said… the Dole Whip itself wasn’t as creamy as I remembered. It felt more icy than it used to be, even compared to a couple of years ago. Not sure it’s even real ice cream 🤷‍♀️

Still a fun Disney tradition. Curious if anyone else has noticed the change?“

“Worth visiting! Food, atmosphere and service were all great! Donna is amazing and so welcoming and kind. The best chef! We went back multiple times because of her.“

“Confisco Grille is underrated treasure spot at the Island of Adventure! Their food is fantastic and service is exceptional. We tried it on our very first visit a few years ago and made sure to return on our recent trip. It's a great break from all the standard park junk food and wonderful way to try something new without leaving the park. We had curry muscles as appetizer: great flavor and perfectly cooked. Then my daughter had Quesabirria and I had Paccheri de la Confisco. Both dishes were excellent in flavor and food temperature. I felt the prices were very reasonable for eating in the park. Our server Terri was incredibly friendly and helpful. We will definitely dine there again.“

“Everything was perfect ! Servers are amazing !“

“We were just looking for a quick bite to eat and this place did not disappoint! The owner is so friendly and works hard to make sure your meal is just as you want! The food is good but the service is really that does it! Located outside of Bass Pro Shop this is a great place for a nice lunch!“

“Manager Aaron & his entire staff was helpful when we had a medical emergency while eating there this past weekend. Everyone moved with urgency and took great care of us. This has always been one of our favorite spots in Disney Springs and this cements our loyalty. Many thanks!“

“I'm from TX and know BBQ quite well. If I say this business is the REAL deal, I probably didn't give it enough credit. This place is 🔥. Great service, down home feel, and the food.... WOW. If you get to or are in Orlando Florida, stop by; you won't be disappointed. I'll have to get some dessert next time.“

“Manager Aaron & his entire staff was helpful when we had a medical emergency while eating there this past weekend. Everyone moved with urgency and took great care of us. This has always been one of our favorite spots in Disney Springs and this cements our loyalty. Many thanks!“

“Gourmand dinners with excellent breakfast and lunch menus! Also served in the morning is a breakfast brunch that has an array of foods to satisfy every palate along with a cook to order omelette station! The service is friendly and helpful!“

“Experience was vastly superior to standard theme park quick-service food. If you are in Seuss Landing, this is easily the top spot to hit for a heavy, savory meal that delivers on quality.

Item: Cheeseburger Tots
Plate Rank: 4.50 out of 5
The Verdict: Taste was a 5 out of 5, Value was a 4 out of 5, and Gram-ability was a 4 out of 5. Absolute standout execution. The ground beef, pickles, cheese sauce, and mustard combine perfectly over crisp tots. Highly recommend.

Item: Buffalo Chicken Tots
Plate Rank: 4.25 out of 5
The Verdict: Taste was a 5 out of 5, Value was a 4 out of 5, and Gram-ability was a 3 out of 5. Excellent flavor profile with a great kick from the buffalo sauce and blue cheese. They do not skim on the chicken portions here.

Item: Vegan Chorizo Tots
Plate Rank: 4.00 out of 5
The Verdict: Taste was a 4 out of 5, Value was a 4 out of 5, and Gram-ability to a 4 out of 5. A very solid plant-based alternative that holds its own flavor-wise against the meat options, though slightly lower on the overall value proposition.

Ranking these for the official Theme Park Plate June launch at Islands of Adventure. For anyone looking at the full menu data on the site, which tots are winning your vote?“

“Elaine is a wonderful and hard working server. If you ask for her she will always make your experience platinum plus. Good food and beverages“

“Best Burger I've had in years! I have an uncommon difficult allergy and Chef Matthew made an absolutely delicious meal. Stephanie did a fantastic job serving. I'll be here for a week can't wait to see what else Chef creates. Great food, great staff.“

“Awesome restaurant Great vegan options.“

“At first it was a little confusing as to what the meal came with as our server spoke very fast which is understandable for the atmosphere you're in the food was delightful the cast members coming around we're awesome staying in character great fun for the family“

“We found Teak Neighborhood Grill searching online for a fun and tasty restaurant to take our family to while we were in Orlando. It was incredible!! The food was amazing, the service was great, and it was such a perfect experience. They kindly even turned the World Cup game on for us to enjoy while we ate :) I definitely will come back to visit the next time we’re in Orlando!! Thanks for such a great dinner!!“

“Marvelous happy hour! We actually had dinner there one night and returned for happy hour the next!“

“Absolutely love this place. A place where you can get the best brunch or breakfast with a mimosa on the weekend. Absolute must try if you got a hangover this is your place for the cure LOL, or if you're just looking for good food of course!!!“

“The staff is terrific, they handle everything and everyone smoothly and systematically without breaking a sweat or looking overwhelmed. The food was high quality even though it was prepared and served faster than you would expect. Purchase the souvenir cup (especially for parents that drink coffee) that includes unlimited refills for coffee, tea, and the various flavors of fountain drinks. So far, I refilled my cup with every different Powerade flavor, so I believe I got my money's worth.“

“To start off I just wanted to mention that the food was phenomenal. To add onto that the service was above par with smiles on everyone’s faces, and greeting EVERY guest that walks in. Lobby was clean as well as the bathrooms. What really surprised me was seeing the manager at the counter working alongside of the team and not just ordering things around. This speaks wonders about the management and the environment that they have here. This truly was a great experience, keep up the good work!“

“Recommended to have a reservations so I sat at the bar. Love that they accommodate food allergies. I really enjoy their steak and the bartenders were very inviting with samples of wine to find the perfect pick. I enjoyed the atmosphere which was fun, elegant and inviting.“

“This has become one of my family's favorite brunch locations on Disney property. We love everything from the atmosphere to the service to the food. Service here is always fast and friendly. The food is amazing. The island vibes makes this place so relaxing. Reservations are usually easy to grab here also so definitely check this place out on your next Disney trip.“

“The atmosphere was amazing for us and our kids and the food and drinks were great! And special thanks to our waitress, Jay! She was engaging, attentive, and made great recommendations on the menu and also other attractions throughout the area that we can visit while on our family vacation.“

“Edris needs a raise! It was just him and another guy working a busy shift.
He greeted everyone that walked in and communicated with us on the status of our order. Walked around the counter and handed people’s orders.
As busy as they were, he had a HUGE SMILE on his face and was so pleasant!
Perfect HOSPITALITY!
We need more like him!“

“Good family fun Great service“