Restaurants near me in Lake Buena Vista, FL
12 restaurants in Lake Buena Vista, Florida, each with a direct link, phone number and what they offer. Orange County's dining scene ranges from family-owned spots in neighborhoods like Mills 50, Audubon Park, and downtown Winter Garden to busy corridors near the…
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Capa
Restaurant in Golden Oak, $$$$
Spanish-influenced steakhouse on the 17th floor of the Four Seasons Resort Orlando, cooking over a wood-burning grill.
- Steakhouse
- Seafood
- Dinner
- Upscale
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Chef Art Smith's Homecomin'
Restaurant in Disney Springs
Southern kitchen from chef Art Smith at Disney Springs built around Florida farm ingredients and fried chicken.
- Southern
- American
- Brunch
- Lunch
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Jaleo by José Andrés
Restaurant in Disney Springs
Chef José Andrés's multi-level Spanish restaurant at Disney Springs, the largest in the Jaleo group. It serves tapas and wood-fired paella at lunch and dinner, and a sandwich and snack counter called Pepe operates next door.
- Mediterranean
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Brunch
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Morimoto Asia
Restaurant in Disney Springs, $$$
Pan-Asian restaurant from Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto at Disney Springs, covering sushi, dim sum-style dishes, noodles and carved Peking duck. It serves lunch and dinner with a bar and lounge and is listed in the Michelin Guide.
- Japanese
- Chinese
- Sushi
- Lunch
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Paddlefish
Restaurant in Disney Springs
Seafood restaurant aboard a rebuilt paddle-wheel steamboat on the lake at Disney Springs. It offers lunch, dinner and brunch menus, with a top-deck bar for drinks and views over the water.
- Seafood
- Steakhouse
- Brunch
- Lunch
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Ravello
Restaurant in Golden Oak, $$$
Italian restaurant at the Four Seasons Resort Orlando serving breakfast and dinner, with house pastas and wood-fired pizzas. It runs a supervised kids' activity program on some evenings and is Michelin recommended.
- Italian
- Pizza
- Breakfast
- Dinner
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Terralina Crafted Italian
Restaurant in Disney Springs
Italian restaurant on the waterfront at Disney Springs focused on handmade pastas. It is open from lunch through late evening, with a brunch menu and outdoor tables overlooking the lake.
- Italian
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
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The BOATHOUSE
Restaurant in Disney Springs
Waterfront seafood and steak restaurant at Disney Springs where guests can also take a captained ride in a vintage amphibious car.
- Seafood
- Steakhouse
- Brunch
- Lunch
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The Polite Pig
Restaurant in Disney Springs, $$
Counter-service barbecue spot at Disney Springs from the Winter Park team behind The Ravenous Pig. Smoked brisket is the headliner, there is a full-service bar, and it is included in the Michelin Guide selection.
- BBQ
- Southern
- Lunch
- Dinner
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Wine Bar George
Restaurant in Disney Springs
Wine bar and restaurant at Disney Springs run by master sommelier George Miliotes, pouring more than 200 wines in flexible pour sizes.
- Wine bar
- Mediterranean
- American
- Brunch
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Maria & Enzo's Ristorante
Restaurant in Disney Springs
Roman- and Sicilian-inspired Italian restaurant at Disney Springs set in a former airline terminal-style building with soaring ceilings and lake views. It serves lunch and dinner daily and is set up for large groups and families.
- Italian
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Waterfront
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Raglan Road Irish Pub
Restaurant in Disney Springs
Irish pub and restaurant at The Landing in Disney Springs with traditional pub cooking and live music and dancing every night.
- Gastropub
- Seafood
- Brunch
- Lunch
Restaurants in Lake Buena Vista: what we found
This page covers 12 restaurants in Lake Buena Vista. You'll find them in Disney Springs and Golden Oak.
Where menus list prices, most of these sit in the $$$ range, with a handful at $$$$.
What comes up again and again on their menus and websites: Kids' menu.
Lake Buena Vista in southwest Orange County is home to Walt Disney World's resorts and Disney Springs, along with nearby hotels and restaurants.
How to choose a restaurant near Lake Buena Vista
Orange County's dining scene ranges from family-owned spots in neighborhoods like Mills 50, Audubon Park, and downtown Winter Garden to busy corridors near the theme parks and International Drive. With so much tourist traffic, it helps to know what you want before you go. Check whether a restaurant takes reservations or uses a waitlist, especially on weekends and during peak travel seasons like spring break and the winter holidays. Look at the menu online for prices, dietary options, and kids' menus, and confirm hours, since some smaller places close between lunch and dinner or on certain weekdays. If outdoor seating matters to you, remember that summer afternoons are often hot and stormy. For parking, ask whether there is a lot, street parking, or valet. Use the listings below to browse restaurants by area, then check each one's site or call for current hours and specials.
Local tip
You can look up any Florida restaurant's recent health inspection results through the Department of Business and Professional Regulation's Division of Hotels and Restaurants search at myfloridalicense.com.
Frequently asked questions
How can I check a restaurant's health inspection in Orlando?
Florida restaurants are inspected by the Department of Business and Professional Regulation's Division of Hotels and Restaurants, not the county. You can search inspection reports by business name or city on the DBPR website at myfloridalicense.com. Reports list violations by type, so read the details rather than the count alone, as some are minor and corrected on site.
Do I need reservations at Orlando restaurants?
It depends on the restaurant and timing. Popular spots in tourist areas and well-known neighborhood restaurants often fill up on weekends, holidays, and convention weeks, so booking ahead helps. Many casual places use a walk-in waitlist instead. Check the restaurant's website or reservation platform, or call ahead, especially for larger groups or special occasions.
What is the sales tax on restaurant meals in Lake Buena Vista?
Florida's state sales tax is 6 percent, and Orange County adds a half-cent local surtax, for a combined rate of 6.5 percent on most taxable meals in most of the county. Voluntary tips are not taxed. Some restaurants add automatic service charges for large parties, which can be taxable and should be disclosed on the menu or bill, so check before adding another tip.
Are there restaurants in Orlando that are not near the theme parks?
Yes. Many locals eat in neighborhoods such as Mills 50, College Park, Thornton Park, Winter Park's Park Avenue area, and downtown Winter Garden. These areas tend to have more independent restaurants and less tourist traffic than International Drive or the resort corridors. Browse the listings by city or neighborhood to find options close to where you live or are staying.
How can I find restaurants with outdoor seating in Central Florida?
Many restaurants list patio seating on their website or reservation page. Outdoor dining is most comfortable here from roughly late fall through spring. In summer, afternoon thunderstorms are common, so ask whether the patio is covered or has fans. When booking, request outdoor seating in advance, as it often fills first on mild evenings.
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