New American Restaurants near Bay Lake, FL

“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.“

“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.“

“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“

“Attention to detail and great overall service. Hosted a book club event here and the front staff made sure we got our table overlooking the lake. The noise level was high but the service and atmosphere were fantastic. Seasons 52 is great for any type of occasion.“

“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.“

“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!“

“Pro tip: Reserve your spot online before you go. The website lets you enter your party size and gives an estimated wait time, which was surprisingly accurate. It even uses your location and tells you when you're close enough to check in.

We visited on a game night at Icon Park, and the restaurant was packed, but we were seated in less than 10 minutes.

Our waiter, Matt, was amazing, and the food did not disappoint. The Cali Roll Stack was my favorite appetizer because it was made with real crab instead of imitation crab. We also enjoyed the Parmesan truffle fries, crispy Brussels sprouts, spinach dip, and the vegan Gardein wings in Korean chili garlic and Buffalo flavors.

I also tried the Key Lime Cider, and I appreciated that Matt let me sample it before ordering. It was refreshing and made it easy to find something I liked.

The lobster garlic noodles were outstanding and loaded with big chunks of real lobster. For dessert, we shared the brownie cookie topped with ice cream, and even as someone who doesn't usually like chocolate desserts, I loved it.

Parking was easy, with free parking available on levels 3 and 4 of the garage.

Great food, great service, easy parking, and a short wait despite how busy it was. 10/10, highly recommend.“

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

“We have loved every meal we've had at Wine Bar George. Whether it's lunch or dinner, it's always exceptional service and food, even when they are crazy busy. For appetizers, we always get the crispy mac & cheese bites and burrata. I also like the saganaki on fire. For lunch, it's a toss up between the BLT-C or the smash burger. Both were absolutely delicious. For dinner we always get the skirt steak. It's such a good value for the amount of food you get. And I can't resist a good key lime pie. Overall we love dining here when we're at Disney. It's evident that customers are a top priority and the owner and servers put forth their best effort to consistently deliver top service and create a wonderful dining experience.“

“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.“

“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“

“Going to Narcoossee's is something we try to do every time we go to Disney World because it is that good! Went this past week and I couldn't have been happier with the meal and service- it was one of the best dinners I have ever had. I would order this same meal if I was on death row as a final meal it was that good.

First they had amazing White Sangria which I feel like I never see and it's one of my favorite drinks. It came in a gorgeous glass with just the right amount of fruitiness and looked crisp and white. We also got the key lime pie martini which was great!

The warm loaf of bread they bring out is so good and crusty, and we tried the brisket & ricotta tortelloni which was a unique flavor combination that we enjoyed but probably would not get again. The heart of romaine salad was unexpectedly delicious with the caper vinaigrette and would recommend.

I had the Plancha-seared Scallops and my god were they good and cooked so perfectly. It was just the right portion and not too small. The side of grilled shrimp I got was also just so delicious. Surf & Turf is also great you cannot go wrong there.

Lastly, the Almond-crusted cheesecake is incredible and I could not imagine ordering anything else for dessert there.

The lakeside views and updated coastal vibe is wonderful. They open and close the front doors for you as well. Our server was fantastic and this is my favorite restaurant at DW. Thank you!

The only one little nagging thing was at the very end I commented on the way out that it was one of the best dinners I've had and the host kind of gave a minimal reaction to me, like I didn't just give them a huge compliment.“

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

“A unique and exciting eating experience.“

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

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

“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.“

“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.“

“My first time and it definitely won't be my last. I specifically went for the hyped up Breakfast Burger and OOOOMMMGGGG 😳 it just jumped ahead of every Burger I've ever had. Soooo good. Our Server Tim was OUTSTANDING, accommodating and pure joy.“

“Usually I like getting lunch from here when I’m at animal kingdom. I didn’t like how I couldn’t go in the restaurant even though my food was under progress. When I picked up my meals, it was disappointing. We ordered two noodle bowls, but one lacked noodles and mostly creamy sauce and one had double the noodles then the 1st bowl.“

“Everything about the food service at the Melia Orlando was five star! From the hostess to the servers to the bartender and the chefs, my family and I were treated royally! We have never been made to feel so special! Maria, Olivia, and Lily just to name a few were simply exceptional! The food was delicious and the menu had lots of interesting variety! we had signed up for the Level experience therefore our breakfast was complementary and included in the price of our room rate. We had breakfast every day for the 10 days we were there.The times we ate dinner there the menu prices were very reasonable!“

“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?“

“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.“

“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.“

“Had such a nice and relaxing (and yummy) time at Confisco!

Our server Melanie was a total sweetheart and she was very knowledgeable about the menu. She gave wonderful and delicious sounding explanations of all the dishes! I would love to have her as my server every time I visit!!

We ended up ordering the Quesabirria and the Miso Salmon, both of which were delectable and our plates were eaten CLEAN

The mango lassi is a must have and very refreshing during a hot day!“

“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!“

“Everything was perfect ! Servers are amazing !“

“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!“

“Food was delicious. Was there towards the end of breakfast/brunch time so wasn't expecting fully stocked buffet line, waitress was pleasant and attentive even with being there so late. The lady at the omelet station tried to act nice but I could clearly tell she was annoyed and would have rather been cleaning and closed already. Also very good price for what was available to choose from, the quality, and the location being one street over from Disney springs. Was honestly expecting it to cost more“

“We ordered Huey Magoo’s catering from Winter Garden for a graduation party. The food was excellent, our guests enjoyed it. We ordered chicken, dips, salad, chips and cookies. The service was excellent - they had everything ready on time and the team was very polite. The price was great too. This made our party easy and enjoyable for everyone! Thank you!“

“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?“

“Amazing, great food, love the ambiance!“

“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.“

“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“

“Awesome restaurant Great vegan options.“

“I’m not even a Villian fan but here—- I loved The Evil Queen!
The food presentation was so unique and tasty, enough for everyone to get a piece!!
The Dwarves and Snow White are a special treat to meet and just as you would image them to be.
Be sure to watch the geizer go off after your meal.“

“Delicious burgers. I had the Maverick loved it. The chili cheese fries were also very good. Loved the sauce of the killer bee sandwich. Spicy and garlic very delicious. The service could of been better, but overall good place to get beers and burgers.“

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

“Dont review often but wow. So good. Had the steak tacos. Steak was like a soft jerky. Reminds me of pemmican premium soft jerky, not chewy, if you know you know. Mimosa was great had the Sunrise edition with fresh squeeze OJ and Cranberry. Biscuits and jelly 🔥 . Waffles were great. All around absolutely worth it. Will be back!“

“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.“

“Arrived early for dinner and was seated promptly. Gabby was our server and she was friendly, attentive, and very informative when it came to making menu recommendations. The prix fixe is well worth the price. The meals were delivered in perfect timing and did not overlap courses. The salmon was the standout highlight, the salad was a plentiful portion, and dessert was subtlety sweet with perfect coconut flavor.“

“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.“

“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.“

“It was very easy to order, the food was a little more than we expected to pay but it was fresh, delicious and we felt good about ourselves afterward. I am a very picky eater and was able to find some delicious combinations. It was still warm by the time we got it home. We will be back!“

“I highly recommend this hotel if you are looking for a place to stay before flying out. I stay at this hotel every time I go down to Orlando and it is very convenient to book for your next day flight. The restaurants are great. The staff is amazing. The balcony view is unmatched. It is a little more expensive to stay here compared to your average hotel, but you won’t regret picking this Hotel over every other one out there. Spend the cash and stay here. It’s worth it.“