Great food, atmosphere, and an attentive bartender. No better way to spend the end of a hard work day then have excellent customer service!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
William Bowers
Absolutely amazing. If you are a tourist and want a nice meal with a cool local vibe, this is the place to get away from the tourist traps.
Great food, very clean, great service.
BTW, a shout out to Tiara. A great server! I hope I spelled your name right.
Next time I am in Orlando, I am coming back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kevin W
Great service. Lacking in food prep.
Cold bread service. Cold sides. Best menu items were the cold apps. Cocktail was rather stiff.. that's good. The honey pedal brie was amazing.. the fried green tomatoes were at best room temp but still delicious! Server was very nice and have great service. Paige saved the exp from being a complete let down. Sadly the kitchen did not help themselves at all by serving up heat lamp chewy biscuits fried bread and fries, broccolini, and topping it off I booked a reservation weeks in advanced only to have it go unread until the meal was done leaving me to explain our dietary restrictions to the server after being offered all the things we can't eat. I had to send the Tile fish back as it was very fishy.. it was hard to breath kinda smelly. It was not bad fish.. but it was very pungent to smell and bland to taste.
Overall not impressed with the price tag vs the offerings, I would suggest getting the kitchen staff on par with your image.
The manager was very nice and accommodating. When he found out that I had simply fished back to the kitchen, he comped the dish and they made me some risotto to go. It was overall a 5 of 10 experience.
The kitchen should also be kept clean.. customers shouldn't be able to see through the kitchen door and see trash all over the floor .. it's just a big turn off but understandable in a rush. But it was not busy when we arrived.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 5
Michael Boyd
Stopped by here late saturday with some friends for a drink at the bar. I liked the quiet atmosphere it was very calming. They also had Tvs at the bar which was nice. I also like the setup they have outdoors for eating/dining.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Stone Maslowe
I cannot say enough good things about The Pinery! The food here is simply outstanding. The Lobster BLT is out of this world—dare I say, better than what you’d find in Massachusetts, and trust me, I know lobster! The Blue Crab appetizer was equally amazing, with every bite packed full of flavor. Both the Caesar and Wedge salads were to die for—perfectly fresh and deliciously dressed.
The drinks were absolutely on point, crafted with care and creativity. To top it all off, our server for the evening, Paige, was exceptional! She was attentive, friendly, and made our dining experience even more enjoyable.
If you’re looking for excellent food, a great atmosphere, and fantastic service, The Pinery is a must-visit. I’ll definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lakeisha Williams
Amazing views, incredible menu that frequently changes, knowledgeable bartenders and a delightful collection of staff genuinely in tune with every customer experience! A must visit in Orlando!
I am saddened to write this review and to give 3/5 stars to The Pinery, one of my top restaurants in Orlando. The first few times I visited some years ago, I had a stellar experience, the atmosphere, the location, the theme, the menu, etc. It’s definitely one of the best places overall I have ever been. Nonetheless, the last time I left with a huge disappointment around food. Shrimp & Grits were very basic, lacking flavor and let’s not talk about the portions… I left hungry! The Clam Pasta was very good, however, both plates for the price is definitely not worth it. Hoping you can take this very honest review into consideration, this is one of my favorite places in Orlando. Besides the food and prices, the service from our server was stellar, he is amazing!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Ravi Doman
I came to The Pinery recently with friends looking for a fancy night out. I have to say I was relatively underwhelmed with the whole experience. The food was overall pretty good, but not worth the price paid. The wait time was abysmal, spending nearly an hour waiting on our entrees, during a slower night. The atmosphere of the restaurant was nice coming in, however the booths were very claustrophobic and the noise levels were distracting. On the food itself...
We ordered the bread service which was nothing special, next time I'd opt for one of their other starters. For entrees we ordered the Rock Shrimp N' Clam Linguine, the Pork Chop, the Chicken Fried Chicken, and the Chef's Blvd. Burger with Parmesan Truffle Fries. The Linguine, while delicious, came in very small portions leaving us still hungry afterwards even despite the bread service. The Chef's Blvd. Burger was good, but nothing special, I'd have preferred the Sweet Tea Brined Chicken instead. The Pork Chop itself was delicious, however the veggies it came with were flavorless, overall not worth the $38 price tag. The Chicken Fried Chicken was probably the best thing we ordered flavor and portion-wise, but still didn't justify the price tag. For the Parmesan Truffle Fries, we were either given the wrong ones, or they're the exact same as the normal fries.
Ultimately, while we did have a nice night at The Pinery, it just didn't live up to our expectations overall, and I wouldn't say it was worth the price we paid.
Parking: There is limited parking available around the restaurant itself, and likely will be no parking available on busy nights. However, the restaurant does provide a complimentary valet service.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 2
Zachary McKnight
Service was great. Food had absolutely no flavor. For the restaurant being mostly empty it took a long time and what did come out was bland and disappointing.
Kamal Hashimee
We had the Cobia and Clams and it had the worst after taste. The manager came out himself and apologized. Top tier experience. Top tier drinks. Recomend the steak tacos and scallops in terms of appetizers. And the lake side elixir even if you don't like gin.
The Sunday hours online are incorrect. We looked them up before coming, and it said 11 AM - 9 PM, but they close between brunch and dinner. I ordered the brunch burger medium-well. When I got it, it came out rare. After informing the waitress, she took the whole plate. 10 minutes later, the manager came back with the same plate. Looks like the kitchen just cut around my one bite and put the same burger back on the grill (ew!!) and my same fries were there and now cold. Very soggy bun as well. Would not recommend eating here
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 3
Pierre Subeh
I had the pleasure of being served by Tiara at The Pinery, and I can’t say enough good things about her incredible service! From the moment we arrived, she made us feel completely at ease with her warm and welcoming demeanor. Tiara was so kind and attentive, anticipating our needs before we even had to ask. She truly went above and beyond to ensure our dining experience was exceptional, making us feel like valued guests. Her genuine friendliness and professionalism made the experience unforgettable. Thank you, Tiara, for making our visit so comfortable and enjoyable!
Marco was knowledgeable and made our evening more enjoyable. Carol stopped by to ensure our group was having a great experience, and that was appreciated. We were a group of 6 for a birthday and we had an amazing time. Nice atmosphere that was enhanced by the staff. We all definitely recommend trying the brie honey petal deliciousness appetizer. 🔥🔥
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
John Aiello
So good!! Loved every dish we tried. Our waiter was awesome too - thanks Mark!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
jaime pollack
We went here for the first time and had a great experience. All the people we interacted with were welcoming and friendly. Our server Paige was excellent. The food was very very good. We ordered dessert and it came out with a lovely message. We will definitely be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pinery Bread Service, Fried Green Tomatoes
Great food, atmosphere, and an attentive bartender. No better way to spend the end of a hard work day then have excellent customer service!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Absolutely amazing. If you are a tourist and want a nice meal with a cool local vibe, this is the place to get away from the tourist traps.
Great food, very clean, great service.
BTW, a shout out to Tiara. A great server! I hope I spelled your name right.
Next time I am in Orlando, I am coming back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great service. Lacking in food prep.
Cold bread service. Cold sides. Best menu items were the cold apps. Cocktail was rather stiff.. that's good. The honey pedal brie was amazing.. the fried green tomatoes were at best room temp but still delicious! Server was very nice and have great service. Paige saved the exp from being a complete let down. Sadly the kitchen did not help themselves at all by serving up heat lamp chewy biscuits fried bread and fries, broccolini, and topping it off I booked a reservation weeks in advanced only to have it go unread until the meal was done leaving me to explain our dietary restrictions to the server after being offered all the things we can't eat. I had to send the Tile fish back as it was very fishy.. it was hard to breath kinda smelly. It was not bad fish.. but it was very pungent to smell and bland to taste.
Overall not impressed with the price tag vs the offerings, I would suggest getting the kitchen staff on par with your image.
The manager was very nice and accommodating. When he found out that I had simply fished back to the kitchen, he comped the dish and they made me some risotto to go. It was overall a 5 of 10 experience.
The kitchen should also be kept clean.. customers shouldn't be able to see through the kitchen door and see trash all over the floor .. it's just a big turn off but understandable in a rush. But it was not busy when we arrived.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 5
Stopped by here late saturday with some friends for a drink at the bar. I liked the quiet atmosphere it was very calming. They also had Tvs at the bar which was nice. I also like the setup they have outdoors for eating/dining.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
I cannot say enough good things about The Pinery! The food here is simply outstanding. The Lobster BLT is out of this world—dare I say, better than what you’d find in Massachusetts, and trust me, I know lobster! The Blue Crab appetizer was equally amazing, with every bite packed full of flavor. Both the Caesar and Wedge salads were to die for—perfectly fresh and deliciously dressed.
The drinks were absolutely on point, crafted with care and creativity. To top it all off, our server for the evening, Paige, was exceptional! She was attentive, friendly, and made our dining experience even more enjoyable.
If you’re looking for excellent food, a great atmosphere, and fantastic service, The Pinery is a must-visit. I’ll definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazing views, incredible menu that frequently changes, knowledgeable bartenders and a delightful collection of staff genuinely in tune with every customer experience! A must visit in Orlando!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bison Gnocchi, Shrimp and Grits, Chef's Croissant Bread Pudding
I am saddened to write this review and to give 3/5 stars to The Pinery, one of my top restaurants in Orlando. The first few times I visited some years ago, I had a stellar experience, the atmosphere, the location, the theme, the menu, etc. It’s definitely one of the best places overall I have ever been. Nonetheless, the last time I left with a huge disappointment around food. Shrimp & Grits were very basic, lacking flavor and let’s not talk about the portions… I left hungry! The Clam Pasta was very good, however, both plates for the price is definitely not worth it. Hoping you can take this very honest review into consideration, this is one of my favorite places in Orlando. Besides the food and prices, the service from our server was stellar, he is amazing!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
I came to The Pinery recently with friends looking for a fancy night out. I have to say I was relatively underwhelmed with the whole experience. The food was overall pretty good, but not worth the price paid. The wait time was abysmal, spending nearly an hour waiting on our entrees, during a slower night. The atmosphere of the restaurant was nice coming in, however the booths were very claustrophobic and the noise levels were distracting. On the food itself...
We ordered the bread service which was nothing special, next time I'd opt for one of their other starters. For entrees we ordered the Rock Shrimp N' Clam Linguine, the Pork Chop, the Chicken Fried Chicken, and the Chef's Blvd. Burger with Parmesan Truffle Fries. The Linguine, while delicious, came in very small portions leaving us still hungry afterwards even despite the bread service. The Chef's Blvd. Burger was good, but nothing special, I'd have preferred the Sweet Tea Brined Chicken instead. The Pork Chop itself was delicious, however the veggies it came with were flavorless, overall not worth the $38 price tag. The Chicken Fried Chicken was probably the best thing we ordered flavor and portion-wise, but still didn't justify the price tag. For the Parmesan Truffle Fries, we were either given the wrong ones, or they're the exact same as the normal fries.
Ultimately, while we did have a nice night at The Pinery, it just didn't live up to our expectations overall, and I wouldn't say it was worth the price we paid.
Parking: There is limited parking available around the restaurant itself, and likely will be no parking available on busy nights. However, the restaurant does provide a complimentary valet service.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 2
Service was great. Food had absolutely no flavor. For the restaurant being mostly empty it took a long time and what did come out was bland and disappointing.
We had the Cobia and Clams and it had the worst after taste. The manager came out himself and apologized. Top tier experience. Top tier drinks. Recomend the steak tacos and scallops in terms of appetizers. And the lake side elixir even if you don't like gin.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tacos
Restaurantji Recommends
The Sunday hours online are incorrect. We looked them up before coming, and it said 11 AM - 9 PM, but they close between brunch and dinner. I ordered the brunch burger medium-well. When I got it, it came out rare. After informing the waitress, she took the whole plate. 10 minutes later, the manager came back with the same plate. Looks like the kitchen just cut around my one bite and put the same burger back on the grill (ew!!) and my same fries were there and now cold. Very soggy bun as well. Would not recommend eating here
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 3
I had the pleasure of being served by Tiara at The Pinery, and I can’t say enough good things about her incredible service! From the moment we arrived, she made us feel completely at ease with her warm and welcoming demeanor. Tiara was so kind and attentive, anticipating our needs before we even had to ask. She truly went above and beyond to ensure our dining experience was exceptional, making us feel like valued guests. Her genuine friendliness and professionalism made the experience unforgettable. Thank you, Tiara, for making our visit so comfortable and enjoyable!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chef's Croissant Bread Pudding
Marco was knowledgeable and made our evening more enjoyable. Carol stopped by to ensure our group was having a great experience, and that was appreciated. We were a group of 6 for a birthday and we had an amazing time. Nice atmosphere that was enhanced by the staff. We all definitely recommend trying the brie honey petal deliciousness appetizer. 🔥🔥
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
So good!! Loved every dish we tried. Our waiter was awesome too - thanks Mark!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We went here for the first time and had a great experience. All the people we interacted with were welcoming and friendly. Our server Paige was excellent. The food was very very good. We ordered dessert and it came out with a lovely message. We will definitely be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pinery Bread Service, Fried Green Tomatoes
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