My husband & I came here for date night and we had a phenomenal experience! Danilo’s is on the 2nd floor back with The Neighbors, which took us a minute to find but we got there. We decided to do the 8 course Chefs Tasting menu, with the add supplement of the waygu. I got the Mills 50 drink and it was so refreshing, and not too floral so that was nice! Every single dish that came out was so yummy it’s hard to pick a favorite. I would happily have that same exact menu again, so I definitely recommend! The whole experience took about 1.5 hours. There was live music in the retail shop so we got to enjoy that as well which was nice! The service was great, and we always love being able to hear the chefs take on the dishes and where they come from. Great spot!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ling Chen
Very filling pasta dishes. We chose do to the tasting menu and were pretty full after finishing our first pasta dish. Heavy Filipino influence on the flavors.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
George V.
A perfect dining experience and a fun environment too. You dine at the eight seat bar and enjoy watching your food being prepared. The eight course tasting menu includes flavors from around the world (see the menu listed in the photos). Chef DJ, Sophia our server, and the entire team were friendly and very efficient. The food presentations were quite colorful...and we topped off our experience with a delicious Italian red wine. Oh, make a reservation!
Rick Lopez
This place is amazing! Can’t wait to go back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Orlando Foodie
I wanted to love this place. We came around the time it opened after Camille left the spot. I looooove pasta, so I was excited to try this place. The presentation was gorgeously executed. However, the taste fell flat. My pasta had way too much lemon in. It was so sour it was hard to eat. My husband’s was so bland, I just felt like there was zero seasoning. It was weird because the dishes were so pretty. But it just wasn’t very tasty, sorry to say.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
lydorin rivera
Wwwooooowwww! What a gem. Definitely go all out on the chef’s menu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Christina S.
Four. Stars for the entire experience! We arrived at the tasting, and it was a super casual seating. The other people that were sitting next to us had on shorts. Anyhow, we opted for the $140 grand tasting, which I don't think was worth it in my opinion. The only difference was a bit of caviar as well as some shaved truffle on top of the pasta. The chef was amazing and so kind and friendly. The Waitress/bartender, Sophia, she was amazing as well. I wish I could give it five stars but I think there were a few things lacking and four was pretty generous to me. First of all, I didn't really like that I paid $140 per person, and it was served family style. We went with another couple and, we sat next to our friends, so we had to share it. It was pretty awkward when there was sauce and things like that and you obviously don't want to scrape that up if you are eating with your friend lol I thought that they should have plated it up separately and given it to you, so that you can get the full experience as well. That was a big red flag for me and I probably wouldn't do this again because of that reason. After a few dishes, we did start to get full, but I think for that price point, everyone should have gotten their own plates. The pasta was good, it wasn't anything phenomenal, in my honest opinion. I think the best dish was the swordfish with quinoa. I hate quinoa, but it was very refreshing, and it was on top of a carrot purée, which was wonderful. There was toasted bread, they gave you four pieces exactly, and a small thing of ube butter to share. That was delicious. The chef was absolutely wonderful, and even re-tossed my last pasta, because it was really dry. If you don't mind family style, if you don't mind the super casual bar atmosphere for that price point, this place is for you! I am super glad that I tried! Also, I got the Palo Mojito, it was a mock, and that was phenomenal!
barry33
Count me in as a fan of Danilo’s Pasta Bar. We thoroughly enjoyed our recent evening, starting off with craft cocktails, then moving on to the 8 courses on the tasting menu, among them the Japanese sweet potato and ciabatta, polenta with shrimp and Andouille sausage, squash scampi, and Wagu Bolognese. Chef Danilo Tangalin and his gastronomic associates, including Sofia who served us, were extremely warm and welcoming. This is a sublime experience at an unassuming venue that is not to be missed. And contrary to some reviews I’ve seen, you do not feel rushed. I would come back here again and again, both for dinner and for drinks at Neighbors, looking out the giant windows at the world passing by.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nolan G.
A Italian-Filipino fusion gem located in an unassuming co-op. We sat at the chef's table so we were able to watch our mixologist create our drinks. The caprese salad and mushroom bucatani were delicious and flavorful but we left our meal thinking about the surf and turf pancit and fresh wagyu. The pancit beautifully blended a traditional pancit with scallop, chicken and squid ink pasta to complete a complex and hearty dish. The wagyu was cooked perfectly and melted in our mouths. We finished the meal with a delicious pairing of buko pandan and sesame seed cream cheese. The staff was very friendly and the chef even took time to speak with us. We highly recommend this place.
Silas D.
This dining experience is located in the Neighbors bar. Seating is limited. Service was great, well informed and helpful. We got the Chefs tasting menu and it was extraordinary. Flavors were inventive and surprising, everything was perfectly balanced. Chef DJ just might be the best chef in Orlando. Highly recommended
Wow, what a great experience at Danilo's. We did the 8-course tasting menu for $75 pp. The menu changes weekly which keeps this place fresh. Everything is made right in front of you so you know everything is extremely fresh. They accommodated a variation in food type for us, which we greatly appreciated. It was hard to pick a favorite, but we devoured the mushroom pasta. It had 7 different types of mushrooms within a creamy cheese sauce. Surprisingly it wasn't heavy. The crudo sea scallops and striped bass was heavenly. I wanted more. The desserts were yummy as well. The ubi tiramisu was our favorite. The wait staff was knowledgeable and extremely friendly. We even enjoyed chatting with the chef in between courses. I think this is a great value for the amount of high-quality food you get here. Check it out, it is worth it. If you aren't into the 8/10 course options they also have a la carte items.
Jenny B.
We did the tasting menu and I was left extremely disappointed. The food lacked flavor and was very underwhelming. We paid $150 for 2 people when the food was worth the most $80. We definitely won't be coming back.
Gam M.
I did their tasting menu twice already and I truly loved it both times. The chef truly went above & beyond with creating unique dishes and integrating Filipino flavors. My favorite dish from that night was the truffle pasta. It was so addicting to eat and the truffle was so fresh and it just hit the spot. I also love that it's a casual environment where you sit at the bar and the bartender in your server. The bartenders were very skilled also, every drink we had was amazing! I can't wait to come back and I highly recommend you come try this place while the tasting menu is still only $75. It's truly a steal in my opinion!
Rob “Promoter of Kindness” on Earth
Excellent experience all the way. We were welcomed and sat right away. We ordered a Polar Express cocktail which had tequila, cold brew, mint, and other stuff. We travel all over the world and I can say this is one of the best drinks I'd ever had. It tastes like the Holidays, amazing. From the small bites of little savory pastries to the caramelized bacon bite, to the beautifully dressed tomato salad and the short and long pasta dishes, every bite was mouthwateringly delicious. Can't wait until we return, we have already booked our next visit.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Beatrice Miranda
It was a little cold in there tonight, but nothing a good cocktail won't help to stimulate that temperature. First time trying the new concept at the neighbors' test kitchen. We may have been a little full for a Monday night, but we'll worth all the yummy flavors. We opted for the caviar supplement to the tasting menu. Why not! We said. And we only ordered one and shared which the server having no qualms about, and thankfully so, or we would've passed on that little opportunity. You can also sit off the bar seating and enjoy items a la carte. Good luck to Danilo.... chef de cuisine....Parking: Parking can be a .... just keep driving around the lot. People are coming and going here
My husband & I came here for date night and we had a phenomenal experience! Danilo’s is on the 2nd floor back with The Neighbors, which took us a minute to find but we got there. We decided to do the 8 course Chefs Tasting menu, with the add supplement of the waygu. I got the Mills 50 drink and it was so refreshing, and not too floral so that was nice! Every single dish that came out was so yummy it’s hard to pick a favorite. I would happily have that same exact menu again, so I definitely recommend! The whole experience took about 1.5 hours. There was live music in the retail shop so we got to enjoy that as well which was nice! The service was great, and we always love being able to hear the chefs take on the dishes and where they come from. Great spot!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very filling pasta dishes. We chose do to the tasting menu and were pretty full after finishing our first pasta dish. Heavy Filipino influence on the flavors.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
A perfect dining experience and a fun environment too. You dine at the eight seat bar and enjoy watching your food being prepared. The eight course tasting menu includes flavors from around the world (see the menu listed in the photos). Chef DJ, Sophia our server, and the entire team were friendly and very efficient. The food presentations were quite colorful...and we topped off our experience with a delicious Italian red wine. Oh, make a reservation!
This place is amazing! Can’t wait to go back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I wanted to love this place. We came around the time it opened after Camille left the spot. I looooove pasta, so I was excited to try this place. The presentation was gorgeously executed. However, the taste fell flat. My pasta had way too much lemon in. It was so sour it was hard to eat. My husband’s was so bland, I just felt like there was zero seasoning. It was weird because the dishes were so pretty. But it just wasn’t very tasty, sorry to say.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
Wwwooooowwww! What a gem. Definitely go all out on the chef’s menu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Four. Stars for the entire experience! We arrived at the tasting, and it was a super casual seating. The other people that were sitting next to us had on shorts. Anyhow, we opted for the $140 grand tasting, which I don't think was worth it in my opinion. The only difference was a bit of caviar as well as some shaved truffle on top of the pasta. The chef was amazing and so kind and friendly. The Waitress/bartender, Sophia, she was amazing as well. I wish I could give it five stars but I think there were a few things lacking and four was pretty generous to me. First of all, I didn't really like that I paid $140 per person, and it was served family style. We went with another couple and, we sat next to our friends, so we had to share it. It was pretty awkward when there was sauce and things like that and you obviously don't want to scrape that up if you are eating with your friend lol I thought that they should have plated it up separately and given it to you, so that you can get the full experience as well. That was a big red flag for me and I probably wouldn't do this again because of that reason. After a few dishes, we did start to get full, but I think for that price point, everyone should have gotten their own plates. The pasta was good, it wasn't anything phenomenal, in my honest opinion. I think the best dish was the swordfish with quinoa. I hate quinoa, but it was very refreshing, and it was on top of a carrot purée, which was wonderful. There was toasted bread, they gave you four pieces exactly, and a small thing of ube butter to share. That was delicious. The chef was absolutely wonderful, and even re-tossed my last pasta, because it was really dry. If you don't mind family style, if you don't mind the super casual bar atmosphere for that price point, this place is for you! I am super glad that I tried! Also, I got the Palo Mojito, it was a mock, and that was phenomenal!
Count me in as a fan of Danilo’s Pasta Bar. We thoroughly enjoyed our recent evening, starting off with craft cocktails, then moving on to the 8 courses on the tasting menu, among them the Japanese sweet potato and ciabatta, polenta with shrimp and Andouille sausage, squash scampi, and Wagu Bolognese. Chef Danilo Tangalin and his gastronomic associates, including Sofia who served us, were extremely warm and welcoming. This is a sublime experience at an unassuming venue that is not to be missed. And contrary to some reviews I’ve seen, you do not feel rushed. I would come back here again and again, both for dinner and for drinks at Neighbors, looking out the giant windows at the world passing by.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A Italian-Filipino fusion gem located in an unassuming co-op. We sat at the chef's table so we were able to watch our mixologist create our drinks. The caprese salad and mushroom bucatani were delicious and flavorful but we left our meal thinking about the surf and turf pancit and fresh wagyu. The pancit beautifully blended a traditional pancit with scallop, chicken and squid ink pasta to complete a complex and hearty dish. The wagyu was cooked perfectly and melted in our mouths. We finished the meal with a delicious pairing of buko pandan and sesame seed cream cheese. The staff was very friendly and the chef even took time to speak with us. We highly recommend this place.
This dining experience is located in the Neighbors bar. Seating is limited. Service was great, well informed and helpful. We got the Chefs tasting menu and it was extraordinary. Flavors were inventive and surprising, everything was perfectly balanced. Chef DJ just might be the best chef in Orlando. Highly recommended
Restaurantji Recommends
Wow, what a great experience at Danilo's. We did the 8-course tasting menu for $75 pp. The menu changes weekly which keeps this place fresh. Everything is made right in front of you so you know everything is extremely fresh. They accommodated a variation in food type for us, which we greatly appreciated. It was hard to pick a favorite, but we devoured the mushroom pasta. It had 7 different types of mushrooms within a creamy cheese sauce. Surprisingly it wasn't heavy. The crudo sea scallops and striped bass was heavenly. I wanted more. The desserts were yummy as well. The ubi tiramisu was our favorite. The wait staff was knowledgeable and extremely friendly. We even enjoyed chatting with the chef in between courses. I think this is a great value for the amount of high-quality food you get here. Check it out, it is worth it. If you aren't into the 8/10 course options they also have a la carte items.
We did the tasting menu and I was left extremely disappointed. The food lacked flavor and was very underwhelming. We paid $150 for 2 people when the food was worth the most $80. We definitely won't be coming back.
I did their tasting menu twice already and I truly loved it both times. The chef truly went above & beyond with creating unique dishes and integrating Filipino flavors. My favorite dish from that night was the truffle pasta. It was so addicting to eat and the truffle was so fresh and it just hit the spot. I also love that it's a casual environment where you sit at the bar and the bartender in your server. The bartenders were very skilled also, every drink we had was amazing! I can't wait to come back and I highly recommend you come try this place while the tasting menu is still only $75. It's truly a steal in my opinion!
Excellent experience all the way. We were welcomed and sat right away. We ordered a Polar Express cocktail which had tequila, cold brew, mint, and other stuff. We travel all over the world and I can say this is one of the best drinks I'd ever had. It tastes like the Holidays, amazing. From the small bites of little savory pastries to the caramelized bacon bite, to the beautifully dressed tomato salad and the short and long pasta dishes, every bite was mouthwateringly delicious. Can't wait until we return, we have already booked our next visit.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
It was a little cold in there tonight, but nothing a good cocktail won't help to stimulate that temperature. First time trying the new concept at the neighbors' test kitchen. We may have been a little full for a Monday night, but we'll worth all the yummy flavors. We opted for the caviar supplement to the tasting menu. Why not! We said. And we only ordered one and shared which the server having no qualms about, and thankfully so, or we would've passed on that little opportunity. You can also sit off the bar seating and enjoy items a la carte. Good luck to Danilo.... chef de cuisine....Parking: Parking can be a .... just keep driving around the lot. People are coming and going here
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5