New American Restaurants near Ocoee, FL

“What can I say, I’ve been here quite a few times. Today was my favorite time ever being here actually. I decided to let whatever server I got, choose everything I ate. And Aurora did not disappoint. I asked her about seafood and she told me why the lobster tacos might be the way to go. She talked about flavor balancing between different menu items and tried to explain to me all the showcasing of the different seafood and how it worked for flavor profiles. I asked her about side dishes to go with it. She told me all the standard side dishes and she saw that I was not over excited by any of the offerings and she suggested maybe the premium truffle ranch potatoes might be what I’m looking for. She was not wrong on any of it. Lobster was cooked to perfection and all of the items placed on that taco belong there. She was right the balance was there. I was surprised when I got the fries. I thought it was going to be drenched and something, but it wasn’t. But I tasted the truffle and the ranch and the sauce and the side was perfect next to those crispy fries. I did not want to jinx myself so I had her decide my dessert unknown to her what I was doing. She chose the pistachio bread pudding. Not something I would ever get. It was delicious. I’m not going to lie. My only complaint is it needs more ice cream because it is so decadent and rich. Just get an extra side dish of more ice cream, you’ll thank me. Aurora you are a great server and I hope RusTeak knows it. Thank you for making tonight epic for me. I am stuffed and happy.“

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

“Amy, the manager, made our evening very special for my husband's 52nd birthday. The server, Zach, was perfect. Season 52 never disappoints, with amazing food, drinks, and impeccable service. Thank you for helping Jae a wonderful evening and birthday celebration!“

“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.“

“Exceptional Customer Service delivered by our bartenders Nataly, Taylor, Christi, and Ashley the Bartender Manager. Overall, the BEST restaurant in Orlando, Florida to enjoy the food , drinks, and music. My wife and I, number one place in Orlando, Florida to go have fun. Thank you for making our visits extremely special. 😉❤️❤️❤️❤️“

“Amazing Service, and friendly staff..“

“If you love yourself, get a shrimp rice bowl, and if you REALLY love yourself you will also order the banana pudding for dessert. I ordered both on a night when I was feeling down and it was like recieving a big hug in the form of food. Sooooo good, extremely fair price for the quality & portions, delivered fast. My new go-to.“

“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 !“

“La comida es deliciosa. El servicio es excelente. Dany es bien cortés y servicial. Volveré.“

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

“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.“

“My husband, Al, and I dined at the Chef's Table on Feb 19 2024 and celebrated my birthday. We ordered from the chef's tasting menu and could not have been more pleased. It was one of the best restaurant meals we have had in a very long time. You see I am a classically trained and award-winning chef in my own right so my standards are quite high and I am, more often than not, disappointed in restaurants, even fine dining establishments. Al started with the "Heartbreaker" Cocktail, which was excellent then he had the mushroom and chive crepe torte for an appetizer, exceptional and enough for 2 to share actually so we brought part of it back to the hotel and had it for lunch the next day. He then chose the Duck confit, also outstanding. For dessert he had the chocolate torte with the toasted marshmallow ice cream and caramel sauce, again, beyond delicious and the ice cream was the best thing i've had in my mouth in a long time. Al also did the wine pairing with his courses. I sampled each pairing and they were perfectly matched. I tried the Mr. Pink as an aperitif and loved every drop but the pink peppercorn's stole the show. Then I started with the foie gras. Every bite just brings you to your knees. This was the main reason we selected The Chef's Table to begin with because I had to have foie gras. I chose the filet for my entree and I must say it may have been one of the best filet's i've ever eaten. Cooked perfectly medium rare with a char that was to die for. I brought part of my filet back to the hotel to go with the torte for lunch the next day. Even warmed up it was delicious. For dessert I had the mission fig bread pudding, which had a fantastic texture and was the perfect level of sweetness. I paired the pecan pie martini with it and it was decadent and complimented the dessert perfectly. I did not opt for the wine pairing as a sip of two from Al's were enough for me. Our server, JJ, was attentive, funny, and generous with her time. The manager came by twice to chat with us. The atmosphere was romantic but not stuffy and we had a great view of the kitchen, which as a chef is simply theatre for me. Lastly, the prices were not stupid. This kind of tasting menu can easily run well over $100 pp without the wine pairing. I appreciate the fact that, while affordable, it was elegant and indulgent. We will never visit Orlando again without returning to The Chef's Table and I will recommend it to everyone I know. Thank you for such an amazing experience. Amanda & Al Fraioli“

“I had a fantastic experience at BurgerFi today. The Beyond Burger was absolutely delicious and perfectly cooked. What made the visit even better was the incredibly friendly and attentive staff. They made sure everything was just right and provided excellent service . I highly recommend this place if you're looking for great food and a welcoming atmosphere!“

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

“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.“

“❤️ Absolutely amazing is Mr quick.“

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

“What a great surprise! Amazing food in a clean space with a genuine smile. We weren't even hungry, but we stopped for a bite anyway. I had the yummy, hand-dipped corndog and my husband had the polish sausage with onions & peppers. That crisp bun makes all the difference! You have to try this place. I'll stop here even when I'm not shopping at Bass Pro. Kudos to the owner for going the extra mile on every level.“

“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.“

“The Green Eggs and Ham Cafe is a quick service restaurant in the Seuss Landing area of the Islands of Adventure. You can’t miss it because of the giant green ham with fork on top.

We had early admissions and were second in line to order. We ordered 3 dishes and a hot chocolate: Green Egg & Ham Tots, Pizza Tots and the Buffalo Chicken Tots.

Very underrated food option because the tater tots were hot, crispy and topped with goodness.

This was better than the standard food stand and we enjoyed the different flavors from each dish. Glad we got a chance to try this.“

“I’ve been to the Huey Magoo’s in Horizon West several times, and the service and food are always excellent. I stopped by on Veterans Day for the promotion and wanted to highlight Ryan. He was incredibly respectful and professional throughout my takeout experience. Great customer service and consistent quality every time. Highly recommend this location!“

“Everything was perfect ! Servers are amazing !“

“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.“

“We eat here all the time and are always happy with the meal and the atmosphere. But we tried catering for the first time and were completely blown away. The variety of options available was awesome, and the quality of the food was incredible. The service was fantastic, every question I had was answered, and the catering for 75 people was phenomenal. We will DEFINITELY use them again!!!“

“Awesome Lakeside view , Amazing food, and the staff were all fantastic! Blake the Bartender has great suggestions and his own special drinks. Mel was also a very good Bartender with a lot of menu knowledge and food suggestions. They really make it an experience.
Will 100% go to Grills every time I'm in the area!
Sit outside or you're missing out!!!!!!“

“It all started with our server Melanie who quickly took our drink order and made a perfect recommendation. The food was delicable. Chef Jimmy made my perfect appetizer. Of course this was came an orgasmic conclusion with Sticky Short Ribs expertly crafted by Chef Antwan! My new full service go-to while visiting Islands of Adventure at Universal Orlando Resorts.“

“Michelle the bartender was absolutely incredible! Her drinks were on point, the food was amazing and fresh and my drink was never empty. She is very attentive and made regular rounds to assure everyone had what they needed. She is a top performer for sure!“

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

“Always amazing! Great for any occasion...staff is responsive and food is fantastic!“

“As part of our Hamlin Center “extravaganza,” where we were hopping around and grabbing one item at each place, we decided to stop by Maple Street Biscuit Company in Winter Garden, and it did not disappoint. We went with the Squawking Goat, and honestly, it might be one of the best biscuit sandwiches we’ve ever had.

First, the fried goat cheese was perfectly cooked. It had just the right amount of tang and creaminess, and the crisped exterior added a nice texture contrast. Combined with the piece of fried chicken, it created a satisfying bite that was savory but not overwhelming. The sweet chili pepper jelly topping added a hint of heat and sweetness that tied everything together beautifully. I appreciated that they didn’t overdo the toppings, each component could shine without being lost in sauces or extras.

Then, there’s the biscuit itself. Maple Street consistently nails it, and this visit was no exception. The biscuit was golden brown, soft, and fluffy, with a slightly crispy bottom that just fell apart in your mouth. It had the perfect balance of buttery flavor and lightness, which made each bite melt effortlessly. The craftsmanship that goes into the biscuit is clear, and it’s one of the reasons their sandwiches stand out.

Overall, the combination of flavors, textures, and attention to detail made this stop a highlight of our day. The staff was friendly and efficient, and the restaurant felt clean and welcoming. Even though we were only grabbing one item during our mini food tour, it was clear that Maple Street Biscuit Company takes pride in every sandwich they serve.

If you’re in Winter Garden or the Hamlin Center area, I highly recommend stopping here, whether you’re a biscuit lover or just someone looking for a perfectly balanced, flavorful meal. We’ll definitely be back to try more of their menu, it’s that good.“

“The food and staff were amazing! Everything was served piping hot, straight from the grill or fryer. It was incredibly delicious — definitely a must-try! The taste and service were both outstanding. I always crave food served this fresh and hot, not cold.“

“Rene was wonderful!! He was polite, attentive without repeatedly interrupting our conversation. The food was delicious and the atmosphere was the perfect mix of a little bit casual and a little bit dressy. It really immersed us in the classic Italian feel.“

“Comida deliciosa, las alitas de pollo de las mejores que me he comido, las Pupusas 🫓, realmente que todo recomendado.“

“We just had the best dinner here. We both had the chicken fried rice. We also ordered the passion fruit margarita. So so good. And our server was amazing. I wish I got her name. If you are staying at the Royal Pacific resort at universal. I highly recommend this place. If you was able to give more then 5 stars I would. Love this place. Can't wait to eat breakfast on the morning.“

“Backwater Bar is co-located with Confisco restraunt. This is a great place to walk in and get you H2O water or you favorite adult beverage. It is a full service walk up bar with lots of beer, wine, and they can make the liquor drink of your choice. There is no seating inside, but they have shaded seating just outside the door. The staff is friendly and want you to have a nice experience.“

“Bula Bar seemed like a good place to enjoy the pool, watch sports and take a cold drink. On the other hand, the food is not recommended, at high prices and not so good in taste. Regarding service, my waitress was nice but she completely forgot my pizza order and when I ordered something different the food didn't take long but it wasn't what I ordered. The passion fruit smoothie was good and the Piña Colada was one of the best I've ever had.

Parking: Paid parking garage of the Resort.

Wheelchair accessibility: Great accessibility for wheelchairs.“

“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“

“I went for the 1st time, the other day. This location has multiple restaurants in one spot. Be advised they don't take cash so be prepared to pay with another form. We didn't try any of the food so I can't properly rate. But the staff was extremely friendly and nice and helped me understand the process. Nice & unique setup even for delivery drivers like Uber, doordash & more... Will give another rating later“

“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.“

“I've been coming here for years. Servers always try to do their best, though occasionally there aren't enough of them staffed on busy nights. The atmosphere can be a little loud at times and parking can be tough. Food is always good. The great service and strong drinks are what keep me coming back.“

“Good atmosphere, plenty of Tv's to watch all sports. Bar and high top table seating. 4 pool tables, a Golden Tee, and Touch Tunes music. Most of the time the Bartender chooses a stream music station and so far they have excellent taste.
FYI - Smoking Is Allowed in facility, includes vape, cigars, and cigarettes.“

“The food is always fantastic with friendly workers. The only gripe I have ever had applies to many restaurants: just because the order was made online, don’t universally assume it should be packaged for carry out. Especially if I walk into the store before my order is fulfilled and explicitly inform a worker that I will be dining in.“

“good friends,and all the bartenders and servers. best family place to be and if , you show,alone. it's safe ,family,away,from original,family. bikers are welcome. night all. just smile 😍“

“Wow, it was really refreshing speaking with Iris on the phone at this location. First of all for the call to go through to the store directly without patching through some national call center was so nice and Iris was one of the best customer service experiences I've had in a long time, especially at restaurants with online order issues. I would go back to this store for the experience alone, great job!“

“Melinda, the hostess was hands down the greatest. Which was the icing on the cake for a restaurant me and my wife come to on our anniversary and birthday's. Service was top tier as well as the food. 65$ seems cheap for how great the food and drinks and service are... WE WILL BE COMING BACK.“

“Nice intimate mall-type atmosphere with outdoor eating area. Very nice!“

“Surprisingly exquisite food despite the bad reviews. Enjoyed the noodle tonkotsu broth was nice, the pork pretzel burger was fantastic and great mix with swiss roll and coffee.
The only downvote was they forgot/mishandled my coffee so i jad to ask multiple times, but the staff helped me out so thank you. Not busy, great price, great food and problem solving, definitely will come back“

“Tony and the staff went out of their way to take care of my party. They were very kind and made sure we got everything we wanted . I would absolutely return to this location. And send everybody I know there.“

“A bit too loud, however our lovely server made up for the noise level. Love the entrance however prefer a more traditional “bar” vs the community tables.. makes it difficult for more than two people to talk comfortably... speaking of which dining chairs are terrible uncomfortable! Overall the food and service made up for the short comings mentioned.“