Restaurants in Lake Buena Vista

“Thanks Emily A for the amazing service. We had a fantastic meal!”

“Sam (our server) and Angeline (our Sommelier), along with a very nice young man (been there about 8 months) who brought us in (sorry I didn’t catch his name) made sure we wanted for nothing. We asked for suggestions and they delivered all the way through dessert!! Professional, engaging, and genuinely nice people! Oh, and the food!!!!”

“Awesome place ! Gipsy was great too”

“One of our favorites when we visit and one of the few places the kids ask to go to. Don’t sleep on this restaurant.”

“I mean… name a time the Salt & Straw hasn’t slapped. It never misses. IDK when they change flavors, but if you’re there the next few days, highly recommend the strawberry coconut water sorbet and jasmine tea with almond stracciatella.”

“The food was delicious, full of flavor, with fantastic service. The view is beautiful, plus the Disney fireworks add a special touch.

However, the restaurant’s design did not meet the expectations of a Michelin-level dining experience. The open kitchen feels too exposed, creates significant noise, reduces the elegance of the atmosphere, while the ventilation could be improved, as we left smelling like food. Look at the video to hear the environment!”

“Cole's service was exceptional! Personable, friendly, acknowledgable, professional, and all that someone would want on their team and as a server! We have dined at TREX Orlando on many occasions throughout a decade, and this time is going to stick out as a perfect experience! Thank you, Cole!”

“We had a wonderful experience at Wine Bar George. The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, making it a great place to unwind and enjoy a meal. We ordered the steak for two, mussels, and giant profiterole for dessert, and everything was excellent. The steak was perfectly cooked and flavorful, the mussels were fresh and delicious, and the profiterole was a fantastic way to end the meal. Each dish was well-prepared and really hit the mark and it was a great dining experience.”

“First time this week while on vacation which turned into a second time yesterday. Food is top shelf and service is great. Highly recommend and I know we will be back when in Orlando in the future”

“We visited on 9 Jan 2026…the service was slow, food mediocre. Going here is more for atmosphere, but not much else.”

“Amare is great! The food is unique and flavorful and fresh, and the staff are so attentive and kind. We had the ishkabubble bread (so good and so fun!!), seabass, fried chicken hummus and their signature orange-shaped chocolate mousse dessert - everything was tasty! Our server Luis was fantastic and the host team (especially Chiara) were top notch. I highly recommend Amare for a night out - and their signature orange-cello for a night cap :)”

“Jeff is amazing. Husband and I came for brunch on a Sunday morning and Jeff was such a delight. He doted on the fact we were expecting baby number one and on our baby moon and he has a baby due soon!!

A bird stole some of my Mac and Jeff brought me a fresh one to go! So kind.

Everything about this place is top notch. I don’t know why Disney Corporate doesn’t market them more.”

“A Flavorful Evening with Stellar Service We stopped in for apps and drinks this evening and had a fantastic experience. Our server, Nayeli, was outstanding—attentive, knowledgeable, and quick with spot-on recommendations. The clothesline bacon was a definite highlight. A savory-sweet indulgence, but what really surprised me was the rosemary garnish. Just a touch of it with each bite completely opened up the flavor—adding a subtle, aromatic layer that elevated the whole dish. It's an unexpected twist that truly works. Also, shoutout to the bar: the scotch Old Fashioned was one of the best I’ve had—easily in my top five. Balanced, smooth, and clearly made with intention. Highly recommend for anyone who appreciates bold flavors, thoughtful cocktails, and sharp, attentive service. We’ll absolutely be back.”

“Did good for our group of 10. A few of us have dairy allergies. They did great with all that but I do wish there was less cross contamination on the work stations because we would have ordered more toppings.”

“Good food, just expensive, but this is Disney.”

“Absolutely wonderful, fine dining Italian dinner at Epcot! It’s a gorgeous and classy dining room with incredibly kind and gracious hosts who checked us in and then led us to our table. Gian Marco was our very nice server who took great care of us. We started with good rolls dipped in olive oil, bread sticks, and the fried calimari appetizer. The squid rings were the most tender and tastiest we’ve ever had. For dinner, my wife had the Italian “surf and turf”, Mare e Monti, which was a delicious braised beef short rib and lobster ravioli. I had the Salmone, which was a nice piece of grilled salmon served atop mashed potatoes over diced tomatoes, capers, olives and anchovies. It was fantastic! We finished this gourmet meal with the tastiest Tiramisu and a Cannolo. The perfect end to a perfect meal. We spoke with Sarah, one of the managers, and she explained that much of the staff are actually from Italy and are working here and gaining experience at a resort style restaurant. They all work together to provide the hospitality and dining experience that must be savored and celebrated!”

“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.”

“Delicious and fun!! Our waitress was extremely friendly too!”

“Customer service is amazing! We had late reservations and the kids were hungry. They let us check in and took us back as soon as they could. Food is delicious. We would eat here again! Best place yet out of all of the parks. We highly recommend!”

“If I could only pick one park to visit, this would be it. EPCOT is the BEST!”

“Lightning speed for us when we placed our order. Less than 30 seconds from pushing the button “we’re here prepare our food” to “pick up ready”. Delicious! The cold cuties oranges are refreshing addition to your meal!”

“100000% YES!! The main reason we went to Animal Kingdom was for Nomad Lounge! No joke we were on a mission! Looking for a quiet place to grab a drink, food & watch the characters float by then you are at the right place. You can’t go wrong with anything off the menu either. We wanted the churros & not just any churros, the gluten free churros with the strawberry-guava sauce & vanilla crème. Delicious!! You get 5 in an order & you can even get them to go so you know we took an order with us too. They get a 15/10 so next time you are in Animal Kingdom run & get them! You don’t have to have a gluten allergy to order & enjoy these either!!”

“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.”

“Good food, quick service restaurant, inside dining.”

“We had heard great things about the beer selection here so we went for an afternoon drink/snack. There was a small line but that was to be expected and we didn’t have to wait long. They have many different craft brews from California. We got the Mango Cart from golden road brewery and we got the superfruit hard cider from Coronado brewing. They also have a few wines. The beers were both delicious. We also got the giant pretzel which came with horseradish mustard and the beer cheese, and the beer cheese was great. We decided to try the pepperoni flatbread, which for $17 was a huge disappointment. It came with pepperoni, ricotta, and honey drizzle. It was fine but nothing spectacular at all. There is a small amount of indoor seating and more outdoor seating. Overall we are glad we came to this pit stop and if they rotate their selection maybe we will try a flight of beer next time.”

“If I could only pick one park to visit, this would be it. EPCOT is the BEST!”

“We have been 4 times to Plancha. I've never been dissapointed. It's simply a jewel. Food is great quality. Service? OUTSTANDING!!! Hats off to Chamei (Hope I wrote it correctly), Jacklyn and others who have served us. All of you have been excellent. We will keep returning.
Oh, do yourself a favor and order the Champagne Upgrade. It is worth it”

“最近愛上它😍酸甜酸甜的😋”

“Delicious food and amazing service !!”

“We are Tiki aficionados and have wanted to visit for a long time. It was worth the wait! Amazing Cocktails and food! Atmosphere is totally immersive. The bartenders and servers are fun and engaging ( IYKYK ;) )! Definitely will return!”

“Highly recommended! Excellent! This restaurant has been operating honestly at this address for almost 30 years, and is very popular with consumers for its high-quality food at reasonable prices. The food is very fresh, the prices are reasonable, and the food is served quickly. Each dish is specially cooked to order for each guest! Highly recommended.”

“Great sandwiches. Cuban and Italian for me”

“The food was outstanding. Beautiful setting. in general the service was good however there were a couple of things that could be improved. We were sat in a booth that backed to a server station and the servers could walk behind us. For the first half of the dinner the servers came round and faced us to take orders and communicate to us. No problem. Then towards the end of the meal a server would pickup our dishes from behind us near their stand. They also took the dessert order from behind the booth. It was a bit odd and not a fine dining experience in my opinion. Second thing, our dessert came out a bit slow and because of that the melting of the chocolate didn't have as much wow factor. What should have happened was pouring over the hot Chocolate sauce melted the outside dome but it didn't really melt, so the experience was impacted by that. Other than that the food was delicious. Pictures are of the shrimp cocktail appetizer and the tuna main.”

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

“Marcus and Karrin were exceptionally attentive to all needs and recommendations were on point. Karrin is a fabulous mixologist. Cocktails were on point. Go enjoy a meal here.”

“Overall it's a very nice experience. I think a few adjustments need to be made in order to make it excellent, in my opinion. The first is there should be a plain scone option. While I thought the scone was good, orange cranberry is a very specific flavor that's just not for everyone. I was also extremely surprised I could not get some raspberry jam instead of orange marmalade. Once again, orange marmalade is so niche and specific that's it's just odd not to have a more basic option. The cheese plate was excellent and the bread/crackers actually stole the show there along with the truffle cheese. The cucumber sandwich was pretty weak but the salmon and curry chicken salad tartlet were standouts. Although it is enough food to fill you up, would it really kill you guys to ask if you wanted a couple of more of your favorite items? For the price, it would have been a nice option to get a second chicken curry even though I was properly full. The sweets were OK but overall a more traditional selection of afternoon tea sweets would be nice. It would also be nice if you had some servers walking around with some sliced cake or other treats like they do at afternoon tea in England. Those little extras would have been going back as a local. But in it's current form, I would probably wait a year or 2 before returning as it just didn't do enough to make me want to run back.”

“Amazing experience with our 7 years old. We saw not only Cendrillon but also 4-5 other princesses that took the time to talk to your kid and take a picture with her. The food was good, the desserts were amazing!”

“Javier was AMAZING. Best drinks, best service, amazing drinks, go see him at the bar!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

“This restaurant is inside the Hilton Orlando Buena Vista Palace - Disney Springs hotel. I had the buffet breakfast, 30$, and yes it was expensive, but what isn't these days. And that the worst thing I can say about this place. The food was great. It was fresh, tasty, lots of choices. Hector was friendly, attentive and had some great Disney advice. The view by the water is great.”

“First time eating at Kimonos was last night coming into town from a long travel day. Fell in love with the yellowfin Torch! So I came back again tonight so I could have it one more time and I might even come back tomorrow. Service is excellent and the bartender is amazing.”

“Food and services was amazing”

“We came to the Garden Grove for Easter Brunch and everything we had was delicious! The buffet was set up beautifully, with a variety of options, an adorable children’s section, and desserts that looked like they were out of a magazine.

Loved the oak tree in the middle of the restaurant with hints of the theme throughout.

Would love to try their breakfast another time to see what other options they have when it’s not a holiday!”

“Great meal fast service nice place”

“Justin our waiter was amazing! He answered all our questions and was great to just talk with him… He is VERY knowledgeable and all around amazing waiter… He went above and beyond for us we will always request him…”

“I love going to Planet Hollywood. There’s always a great atmosphere and the food is great. We had a Ferris wheel appetizer, the Mac and cheese hamburger, and the prime rib. All were great. They even put special shout outs for special occasions for guests like graduation, anniversaries, and birthdays. The servers dance and the big screen is fun to watch. Plus there’s a lot of memorabilia to see.”

“🍍✨
Aloha Isle is pure Disney enchantment tucked away in the heart of Magic Kingdom’s adventurous frontier! The legendary Dole Whip Pineapple Coconut Swirl feels like a tropical spell straight out of a storybook — swirling creamy Dole Whip Pineapple Coconut Swirl into tangy pineapple juice creates a dreamy, icy-cold masterpiece that perfectly balances sweet and tart.
One sip and you’re transported on a refreshing escape through the park’s wild wonders, cooling you down like a magical breeze on even the hottest adventure-filled day. Classic, nostalgic, and bursting with that unmistakable Disney joy, this is an absolute must-stop treat you’ll never forget! 🍍✨”

“Unique Flavors. All homemade. Very delicious. Worth the short wait in line. Love the store look and decorations. You know if there is a line to get in a store it must be good. 😊”

“Wow, this hit the spot! It's hot, and I am tired from all of the walking, lol. So right in front of us is the Sunshine Tree Terrace. A quick stop 'n go type of place that offers soft-serve ice cream. Their special is this citrusy flavor called Orange Cream Float! The price was $5.29. It reminds me of the creamsicles from years ago. I'm happy again!”

“Trying some dessert right now with my daughter. She said everything is aesthetically pleasing & she got the strawberry cheesecake. It’s delicious with a raspberry mousse inside. The pistachio eclair also tastes really light and fresh. We will be back.”

“I got the chocolate peppermint cookie Sunday Loved it a little melted but delicious �. Cast member was very nice.”

“The fries here are so flavorful and yummy! I got them pretty quickly line wise and after i ordered i only had to wait about 3 minutes. They came out so hot i could barely hold the container. The sauce it came with wasnt for me but i believe its a spicy or siracha mayo and im not a mayo girl. But they have ketchup and thats exactly what my taste buds wanted. the line can get long and its on a main patch so you can feel in the way but its definitely worth a stop!”

“My favorite spot in Epcot to get a draft bud light. It’s a really good pour! The popcorn is usually one of the better spots in Epcot as well to fill up a bucket.”

“Great food for a reasonable price❤️”

“Delicious ice cream a must”

“Brooke was a wonderful server. The whiskey sour was delicious and my mother loved the black cherry mule. The area is open so birds sometimes come in and attempt to steal food, but you're fine if you don't hold out chips or anything. The ribeye sandwich was fantastic and their house made chips were nice and crispy”

“Nice little place to eat on animal kingdom”

“If I could only pick one park to visit, this would be it. EPCOT is the BEST!”

“We did a mobile order ahead of time and it was ready on time. sat down by the water and got to see the Kite Show while we ate. food was good and view and entertainment was great!”

“Amazing, great food, love the ambiance!”

“Enjoyed my Mickey waffles for daily breakfast during my stay.”

“Wonderful seven course meal! Fine dining as an experience!”

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

“A unique and exciting eating experience.”

“Character dining and delicious food!”

“Good food! Nice staff. Pizza and chicken parmigiana absolutely delicious”

“Delicious food and atmosphere. Relax place to take photos with characters”

“Haven’t been but excited to try for dinner in April. I’m nervous though, do we have to dress up bc we’ll be in the park all day and weren’t going to go back to the hotel to change first.”

“Love the ketchup delivery!”

“One of Disneys best. A bit of a secret in Grand Floridian but love it”

“Awesome!! This is always a “go to” spot for us. Bob is the best!”

“Delicious bubble waffles and crepes!”

“Great food and great service”

“Awesome restaurant Great vegan options.”

“Food so good I forgot to take a picture of it.

My dad and I both agreed the duck fried rice was absolutely stunning. The glaze on the duck leg is something very similar to a hoisin sauce, and it was cooked to absolute perfection. The rice itself was great, with these cucumbers that had a nice taste and crunch and some peppers for a great, surprising spicy note. My mother had the steak, and said it was wonderful. I had a small piece of it, and it was certainly a great taste. I'd recommend the duck over the steak though, there's many places in the resort for great steak!

Desserts were impeccable; the little cookie on the cream tasted like a burnt samoa and that's a flavor I never knew I needed! The drinks were also great. I had the non-alcoholic orange specialty, it tasted just like an orange dreamsicle.

Only small service hiccup was when checking in for our reservation, the CM didn't actually check us in so we sat for 15 minutes past our reservation time before we noticed on the app we weren't checked in. When we brought it up, another CM promptly fixed it. No worries there!

Overall, HIGHLY RECOMMEND! Great use of a table service credit if you're on the DDP by the way; $45-55 a person meal/soda only before upgrades.”

“Great spot for a relaxing dinner at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort. The food had a nice variety, with well-cooked meats, sauces, sides, and tasty dessert. The atmosphere was comfortable and the service was friendly. I would definitely recommend saving room for dessert.”

“Best ice cream ever and with the Grand Marnier it was super special 10 out of 10 recommend”

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Outstanding Cast Member Experience

The Hall of Presidents:

I want to give Michael his well deserved flowers. He clearly understood the assignment and executed at a high level showing up with nothing but knowledge, accuracy, and engaging historical insight.

His professionalism, confidence, and command of information elevated the entire experience at the Hall of Presidents. This is what operational excellence and guest engagement are supposed to look like.

Major appreciation to Michael and the Magic Kingdom team for the hard work and dedication. If Disney leadership is paying attention, this is the kind of performance that deserves recognition and reward. Well done.”

“Good snack place to take a break.”

“My 5-star rating is solely based on the morning flatbread. This breakfast pizza is seriously one of my favorite things to eat on Disney property. Very filling and only $10.59. Difficult to finish on my own but didn’t get full when it was split for two.

Recommend sitting outside if it isn’t too hot.”

“Amazing food. Super friendly service.”

“Excellent frozen coffee and magnificent pastries etc!”

“Yummy Breakfast! Great service!”

“Wonderful dinner after a busy park day. My sister and I shared several appetizers for our dinner and it was perfect. Way too much food too but now we have leftovers. We tried: -Potstickers -Teriyaki noodles -California roll -Sticky wings -Bread pudding All were amazing! My favorite was the wings!”

“The milk everfloweth here. Blue is my favorite, but mix green and blue for a real treat. May the stars light your way.”

“This place is awesome. The food is amazing. Make sure you get a grilled cheese and a grown up lemonade. Carmen was working the register and was amazing. She made everything fantastic.”

“A very cool experience. The food is tasty too!”

“Great service from Chance. He checked on us frequently with an enthusiastic and friendly presence. Our day by the amazing pool was very relaxing. Kids enjoyed the watersides and waterfalls while we relaxed.”

“Got dole whip with rum. It's a must evertime I'm here .”

“Great tasting salad. However was disappointed that they no longer carry Tusker beer. Our server said it was taken out a while ago, before he worked there. So then pls update the menu on your website.”

“Nice pool for kids and adults. Nice bar for the adults. Great day for in between park visits. Big slide for the kids, hot tub and toddlers splash area. They have it all here.”

“Awesome place ! Gipsy was great too”

“Highly recommended! Excellent! This restaurant has been operating honestly at this address for almost 30 years, and is very popular with consumers for its high-quality food at reasonable prices. The food is very fresh, the prices are reasonable, and the food is served quickly. Each dish is specially cooked to order for each guest! Highly recommended.”

“Our group had such a great stay at Disneys BoardWalk Inn! It quickly became one of my favorite Disney resorts!”

“I love going to Planet Hollywood. There’s always a great atmosphere and the food is great. We had a Ferris wheel appetizer, the Mac and cheese hamburger, and the prime rib. All were great. They even put special shout outs for special occasions for guests like graduation, anniversaries, and birthdays. The servers dance and the big screen is fun to watch. Plus there’s a lot of memorabilia to see.”

“Javier was AMAZING. Best drinks, best service, amazing drinks, go see him at the bar!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

“Unique Flavors. All homemade. Very delicious. Worth the short wait in line. Love the store look and decorations. You know if there is a line to get in a store it must be good. 😊”

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

“Best Italian restaurant I’ve ever been to!

The food was flawless, and the service was outstanding; the staff was attentive and helpful—with special thanks to our waiter, Ryan, and the restaurant manager, Kelly. Everything was perfect and delicious. I can't wait to come back and try more of the tasty dishes on your menu.”

“They do a great job! Never disappointed!”

“Justin our waiter was amazing! He answered all our questions and was great to just talk with him… He is VERY knowledgeable and all around amazing waiter… He went above and beyond for us we will always request him…”

“Great meal fast service nice place”

“Did good for our group of 10. A few of us have dairy allergies. They did great with all that but I do wish there was less cross contamination on the work stations because we would have ordered more toppings.”

“The food was outstanding. Beautiful setting. in general the service was good however there were a couple of things that could be improved. We were sat in a booth that backed to a server station and the servers could walk behind us. For the first half of the dinner the servers came round and faced us to take orders and communicate to us. No problem. Then towards the end of the meal a server would pickup our dishes from behind us near their stand. They also took the dessert order from behind the booth. It was a bit odd and not a fine dining experience in my opinion. Second thing, our dessert came out a bit slow and because of that the melting of the chocolate didn't have as much wow factor. What should have happened was pouring over the hot Chocolate sauce melted the outside dome but it didn't really melt, so the experience was impacted by that. Other than that the food was delicious. Pictures are of the shrimp cocktail appetizer and the tuna main.”

“Went to the Disney Springs location tonight and it was great! Friendly staff, great food for a great price. With it being a little chilly outside for Florida the outside heaters were great. It was a great experience and I would highly recommend this restaurant. Will definitely be back.”

“Great fun for all the ages of our group from 7 to 70.”

“Delicious food and amazing service !!”