B-Line Diner

9801 International Dr, The Peabody Orlando, Orlando, FL 32819 407-345-4460

Description: INTERNATIONAL DRIVE. Modeled after a 1950s-era diner, this fashionable establishment in one of Orlando's favorite hotels sports chrome trim and Formica-topped tables. Portions are substantial, and since the place is open day and night, you can order up something hearty no matter when you arrive. Breakfast is a perfect way to experience the B-Line, whether you opt for classics like bacon and eggs or something newfangled like stuffed French toast. A jukebox plays favorite tunes for patrons, and although the atmosphere is mid-century, the prices definitely belong to the 21st.
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Bonefish Grill

7830 W Sand Lake Rd, Orlando, FL 32819 407-355-7707

Description: Its interior a juxtaposition of lights and darks, accented with sleek metallic tones, Bonefish combats the backwoods stigma of seafood restaurants with its hip environs. Its strong popularity also gives credence to a tasty menu. Fish (you choose from several varieties) is cooked over a wood-fired grill; the smoky flavor is accented with mango-, garlic-, teriyaki and butter-tinged sauces. Mussels, rock shrimp, calamari and lobster also make appearances, and pastas, chicken, steaks, and pork round out the options. Desserts, like the deep dish key lime pie and macadamia nut brownie cake, are rich and plentiful. Waits can be common, so plan accordingly.
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Cape May Café

1800 EPCOT Resorts Blvd, at Disney's Beach Club Resort, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830-8407 407-939-3463

Description: EPCOT ®. Popular for its seafood bar, this restaurant offers a wealth of selections, including clams, mussels, chicken, fried fish and even tasty barbecued pork ribs. Special dining attractions include a nightly clambake and a "character breakfast," when Disney favorites like Goofy visit the little ones. To top off the experience, the dessert bar is packed with all sorts of tempting goodies-go ahead and plan on blowing your diet! A full bar is also available, so make it a triple bar night ­ first seafood, next desserts, then drinks. Located in Disney's Beach Club Resort.
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Charley's Steak House

8255 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819-9365 407-363-0228

Description: INTERNATIONAL DRIVE. It's all about steak at Charley's. Actually, it's all about BIG steak at Charley's. Make sure you are hungry, because when your order arrives you will be greeted with a hearty portion of choice-cut beef. The chef's secret is really no secret as all the Charley's regulars know that these tempting steaks come straight off a wood-burning pit oven, a method of grilling that's referred to as the Seminole Indian cooking method. A tempting selection of appetizers and desserts also exist for those looking to supplement the steak. Reservations recommended; smart casual dress appropriate.
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Chatham's Place

7575 Dr. Phillips Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819 407-345-2992

Description: DOCTOR PHILLIPS. A romantic ambience sets the tone of this fine restaurant, which also boasts impeccable service and a sublime menu. Showing an American sensibility that capitalizes on the best aspects of all culinary traditions, the cuisine also emphasizes fresh ingredients and attentive preparation. Evidence of this comes with the sautéed grouper and roasted rack of lamb, two of the house specialties. Simply seasoned with butter and select herbs and spices, these dishes blossom beneath the chef's capable touch. With the number of return patrons present, it's obviously a recipe for success. Reservations recommended. Business casual attire.
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Coral Reef Restaurant

The Seas with Nemo & Friends Pavilion, Disney's EPCOT ®, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32856 407-939-3463

Description: EPCOT ®. Dine in this restaurant and experience the sights and sounds of the sea. Tables center around oversized aquariums (housing sharks and other sea creatures), and the sound system pipes in classical music that harbors a water theme (i.e. Handel's "Water Music"). The menu arrives at your table packed with choices. Order the catch of the day or try the roasted sea bass accompanied by creamy potatoes. Wine and beer available. The on-site pastry chef whips up tasty treats, so don't leave without at least glancing at the dessert menu. Reservations recommended. Casual dress appropriate.
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Dux

9801 International Dr, Peabody Orlando Hotel, Orlando, FL 32819 407-352-4000

Description: INTERNATIONAL DRIVE. [Due to hotel renovations, Dux will be closed until October 2010.] Named for the hotel's feathered mascots, this fine dining establishment greets diners with gold-toned walls and spectacular flowers. The decor subtly underscores a cuisine that's not only rich in flavor but also predicated on fresh ingredients. Among the menu offerings are venison medallions, barbecue-glazed lamb chops and grilled, spiced grouper. Perfect for special occasions, the restaurant ensures a memorable evening and a romantic ambience. The terrific wine list, well-known for its wide array of vintages and its high quality, ensures a complement to every meal. DiRoNA award-winner.
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Flying Fish Cafe

2101 N EPCOT Resorts Blvd, Walt Disney World Boardwalk Resort, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830 407-939-2359

Description: EPCOT ®. Roller coaster memorabilia and an exhibition kitchen distinguish this Disney restaurant, which serves ocean-fresh seafood in a lively atmosphere. A variety of appetizers and entrees depend on fish and shellfish, the most notable being the potato-wrapped red snapper, which is the house specialty. Other memorable dishes are the crab cake appetizers and oak-grilled scallops, which come with corn and bacon risotto. If you make it to dessert, the best option is the lava cake, which oozes liquid chocolate and is enough to make you swoon. A nice list of champagnes is also available.
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Fulton's Crab House

1670 E Buena Vista Dr, Downtown Disney, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830 407-934-2628

Description: DOWNTOWN DISNEY ®. Fulton's setting is a classic paddle wheel boat, which ties in nicely to the restaurant's ever-changing seafood menu. From crab to oysters to everything in-between, the seafood is cooked just right and comes with tasty dipping sauces and plentiful sides. Try the crab sampler, pan-fried oysters, or one of the steak options. Private dining rooms are available with advance reservations.
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Garden Grill Restaurant

1510 N Avenue of the Stars, Land Pavillion, Future World, Lake Buena Vista, FL 407-939-3463

Description: EPCOT ®. A revolving dining room and a view of the Living with the Land attraction below add to the appeal of this homestyle diner. Guests enjoy a visit with Mickey and other characters, such as Chip'n'Dale, who make frequent appearances. Down-home fare such as crispy catfish, roasted chicken and grilled steak and veggies from the greenhouse satisfy your hunger after a full day at the park.
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Hemingway's

1 Grand Cypress Blvd, Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress Resort, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32836 407-239-1234

Description: LAKE BUENA VISTA. Casual, yet upscale, this restaurant offers a place to take a client or someone special for dinner. Get started with the calamari or ceviche for an appetizer, then head for a main entree of crab legs or scallops. The interior walls are lined with old fishing photographs, and the exterior boasts a peaceful waterfall. Reservations recommended; smart casual dress appropriate. Located in the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress Resort.
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House of Blues Orlando

1490 E Buena Vista Dr, Downtown Disney West Side, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830 407-934-2583

Description: DOWNTOWN DISNEY ®. One of Orlando's most popular live music venues, HOB (as it is called by those in the know) offers top-level live entertainment and a brilliant Mississippi Delta-inspired menu that features everything from jambalaya and étouffée to fried catfish and pork chops. HOB has a variety of stages, including an outdoor garden stage, an intimate jazz lounge inside and the grand main stage, where national acts perform. If architecture and interior design are your things, then you'll definitely want to tool around the eclectic bars and dining areas. Sunday's Gospel Brunch is not to be missed! Brunch reservations required.
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La Coquina

1 Grand Cypress Blvd, Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32819 407-239-3853

Description: LAKE BUENA VISTA. Considered one of the area's most desirable "special occasion" destinations, La Coquina offers an incredible lakeside view and the talents of a resident pianist. Terrific service complements a seven-course meal at the chef's table. A prix fixe menu makes the agony of choice less penetrating and allows you to concentrate on the experience rather than the decision. If you're intent on savoring the Grand Marnier soufflé while black swans drift on the lake outside, that's a good thing. DiRoNA award-winner.
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Morton's, The Steakhouse

7600 Dr Phillips Bvd, Orlando, FL 32819 407-248-3485

Description: DOCTOR PHILLIPS. Listen carefully as your server goes through the many meat selections available. From the 24-oz Porterhouse to the satisfying 20-oz New York Sirloin, this place is truly a meat-lover's heaven. All orders are cooked as requested and are still sizzling as they are served. If the meat doesn't fill you up, be sure to try the luscious chocolate Godiva cake. Business attire. Reservations recommended.
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Nine18

1 Grand Cypress Blvd, Villas of Grand Cypress Golf Resort, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32836-6734 407-239-1999

Description: LAKE BUENA VISTA. With beautiful golf course views and a 500-bottle wine selection, this contemporary dining room takes luxury to a new level. Starters like chardonay-splashed, pan-steamed black mussels with grilled Tuscan bread whet the palate, while olive crusted Atlantic salmon with basil butter and grilled filet mignon with forest mushroom ragout are among the inspiring mains. A spot-on continuation of the sterling legacy left by the space's former tenant, the award-winning Black Swan.
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Norman's

4012 Central Florida Pkwy, The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes, Orlando, FL 32837 407-393-4333

Description: A vaulted ceiling and Italianate windows adorn this beautiful dining room, located in the Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes. The skilled staff concoct the Asian-dressed ceviche cocktail (shrimp, green papaya, sesame, puffed rice and stuffed cashew) right at your table. Brilliant, internationally-inspired dinner choices, such as Mongolian marinated and grilled veal chop with Chinese eggplant and Thai fried rice, make quite an impression, as does the thoughtful wine list.
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Primo

4040 Central Florida Pkwy, JW Marriott, Orlando, FL 32837 407-393-4444

Description: MAITLAND. Located in the JW Marriott, this spacious Tuscan-style dining room overlooks the dazzling pool and golf course. Organic ingredients enhance the cuisine, and creative menu choices might range from goat cheese parfait with beets, apples and shallots for an appetizer to main courses such as strip steak flavored with truffle oil or mushroom-Madeira pork scaloppini. For dessert, the crème brulee trio incorporates a delightful variety of flavors.
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Vito's Chophouse

8633 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819 407-354-2467

Description: INTERNATIONAL DRIVE. At this Italian steakhouse, fish and steak are cooked over a wood fire, which imparts a distinctive flavor. Menu offerings include aged corn beef, lamb T-bone loin chopped before your eyes, cedar-plank roasted salmon and tuna sashimi, and Mediterranean influenced appetizers, salads and sides complete the meal. A full bar with an extensive wine list and a martini menu add to the restaurant's appeal.
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Wolfgang Puck Grand Cafe

1482 E Buena Vista Dr, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830 407-938-9653

Description: DOWNTOWN DISNEY ®. California cuisine à la Puck is the specialty of this relaxed cafe where seats are always at a premium. Decorated with vibrant mosaics, the space features an open kitchen where you can see the popular dishes being prepared. Gourmet pizzas are the signature dish, no matter the toppings, and the Chinois chicken salad is also a house favorite. Pastas are delicious as well, as is the selection of grilled fish and the sushi rolls. The cafe, which is downstairs from the more sedate restaurant, has a quicker turnover, but the food is good enough to make you hesitate. Outdoor seating is available too, but you'll probably just be happy to find a seat at all. Business casual attire.
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Yachtsman Steakhouse

1700 Epcot Resorts Blvd, Disney's Yacht Club Resort, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830-8407 407-939-3463

Description: EPCOT ®. Located in Disney's Yacht Club Resort, this steakhouse serves up only the finest corn-bred beef ­ small and large portions available so it's perfect for everyone in your group. For those looking for an alternative to steak, try the lamb, pork or the chicken entrees. Side dishes include homemade bread, potatoes, salads and veggies. Inside, a warm aura pervades as the pine ceiling beams, wood floor and burgundy leather chairs add to the casually elegant ambiance.
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