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Bahama Breeze

3.9 (1.3k reviews)
Open 11:00 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)

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Devon T.

Okay this is ridiculous. We went three nights in a row we loved the food and drinks so much. My ONLY complaint was the service the first night. I have a special needs daughter and our server looked at her with disgust. She never needed up checking in on us and was incredibly rude. Luckily the next two nights we had a different server. They were amazing. Try the Rum Punch and Painkiller!

Nancy W.

I'm giving this a two star because our server was awesome she worked there for 10 years. My husband worked there for 5 back in the day so they were able to chat back and forth about the good old days when the food was so much better. So let's get to the food it was absolutely horrible. I got three shrimp tacos and a black bean soup costing well over $20 with a tip. Tacos were served to me cold. The tortilla was dried out and hard as a rock like chewing shoe leather. The shrimp was just slightly warmed. I don't know I was expecting to bite into a nice hot crispy shrimp taco I've gotten better at a box truck. Very disappointed. The soup was actually good but lukewarm. The only thing that saved the night was the key lime pie. My husband said it's still tasted exactly the same as it did 17 years ago using the same recipe and serving a big thick piece. Yeah! They'll be closing in about a year and rebranding into something else probably a good thing. I won't be back.

Chicken Tostones
Usha M.

Over spring break decided to stop in with other family members for some dinner. Ample parking spots with an outside seating area. The vibe was very chill and relaxed. Lots of Caribbean tunes mixed in to maintain the ambiance. Our server wasn't the friendliest but we enjoyed our own company. The food was hit or miss. Some of us enjoyed our dishes while those that ordered the fish didn't have quite the same experience as it was not cooked through. They did take it off the bill but only after having to be reminded to do so. Nonetheless the kids enjoyed their drinks and the appetizers were satisfying. Would return to sample other dishes and of course the drinks.

Sha M.

Great food, good time... out here celebrating my graduation with my family. I had the vegan dish and it was awesome... definitely ask for the vegan option. Another great dine at Bahama Breeze. Enjoy. Live, love and laugh - Sha

Scott W.

Well, they had a great 30-year run, it's so sad to hear Darden is closing all of the Bahama Breeze locations, I wish they could at least keep the original store running; however, it too will be closing its doors by April 5th 2026. This was my second employer after moving to FL back in 2001. I worked at this restaurant for 5-years and it was a memorable time in my life. Back than all of the food was made from scratch and we only served dinner. Even after opening for lunch a year or so after I started, everything was still made from scratch but many of the soups and sauces were prepared in a test kitchen then delivered to us daily. We used to achieve $14+ million in food sales alone annually, which was amazing back then. I have to say that I haven't dined in at this location in years now, and after hearing they were closing I had to stop in at least one more time for nostalgia purposes. Well after our experience I can see why things are just not going well for the company. They closed down their brick oven, stopped making fresh tossed pizzas and fire roasted shrimp. No more toasted Cuban bread with crouton butter and parmesan cheese, fresh from the oven, huge mistake. No more beef/chicken/shrimp/veggie/mushroom kebabs? How dare you!! They did away with the hand breaded beer-battered onion-rings, we used to make these with Abita beer from the bar. The original conch chowder is gone and replaced with a cream based one, WTF!? The Ropa Vieja is removed from the menu, and so is the Tres Leches, which was a recipe from the mother of one of original employees back in 1996, an absolute best seller. We also used peel and painstaking slice, soak, and fry fresh plantain and malanga chips daily that was served with a delicious and fresh tuna ceviche that was killer, no wonder business is down. Back when I was working at this location there was a two hour wait Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday with a line out the door until the kitchen closed at 12am. There was almost never a time where I came into work during service where it wasn't absolute chaos at every station and tickets hanging to the floor. The only days we were closed were Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Bahama Breeze on I-drive was the place to be for dinner, drinks, and Live music. We came on a Saturday night and it was dead in here, no live music, no steel drums, nothing reminiscent of the old days. The restaurant is still as beautiful as I remember, I honestly hope they don't tear it down because there are so much beautiful wooden beams used in the structure and interior. Staff provided exceptional service as they always have and our meals were out relatively fast. I ordered an Aruba Red Beer ($7), Fish Tacos (3) with a side of seafood chowder ($19), Nancy decided on the Fried Coconut Shrimp Tacos (3) with a side of black bean soup ($18.50). The soups were good overall but I wish they had the old conch chowder available, bummer! I was very happy with my tacos but Nancy's were not very hot. I honestly think they did not fry the coconut prawns fresh and this is why they were more lukewarm than hot. We also ordered the Key Lime Pie ($10) to share and fortunately they are still using the original recipe and making these in-house, so great job there! Our server, Samantha C., was great! We had a great chat about our history working at this location, I was amazed and saddened at the same time to find that she had been working here for 10-years and now they are closing the doors, what a shame. All-in-all, I hate to see this store close up because it will most likely be replaced with something more generic. I guess that is just a sign of the times. At the end of the day, Bahama Breeze will always have a place in my heart.

Bahama Rita, and chicken wings
Sokha L.

We booked a reservation there because they can accommodate a large party and we had about 16 people. We understand that it is in a tourist spot on international Drive so we understand that it could get busy and crowded. We sat outside in the back patio area, where there was live music. The person playing in the band playing was definitely a nice touch and add to the ambience. Our wait staff was nice and not rude. However there was some issues with service. Out of all the people that ordered the food are senior VP. The seniority at the table was the last one to get his food, which was only a salad. I ordered the skirt steak with chimichurri sauce and rice and plantains. The steak was not good. The chimichurri sauce was OK. I had to ask for more chimichurri sauce to help mask the flavor of the meat. I found the rice to be pretty good and the plantains were cooked well. We ordered a few appetizers and the firecracker shrimp was yummy. I give that 10. It was crispy enough and a good size bite . Ordered two of those and then ordered one set of buffalo sauce, chicken wings, and one set of spicy jalapeño barbecue sauce, chicken wings. They both came with ranch and celery. I really enjoyed the wings. The jalapeño has a little cake. I would give the spice level a six out of 10. For drinks, I ordered a Bahama Rita and that was yummy. Then I ordered a classic Cadillac margarita and that was strong. Teammates ordered beers and some of the drinks and it seemed like everyone was pretty much pleased with drinks and appetizers. Food did take a while to get to everyone like I said our senior VP was the last one to get his plate which was a salad as a meal. That definitely didn't fare well with him. I know our waiter did the best you could I'd like to believe. I wouldn't recommend the chimichurri skirt steak. Colleague had the pork chop and said it was good. They didn't like that. It was on a bed of sweet potatoes though. Would I come here again when I'm in the area? Maybe if they offered a discounted admission into some of the amusement park places. Wouldn't be my first choice.

Shrimp Pineapple Bowl
Briana J.

Too little too late for me to finally try and enjoy Bahama Breeze Orlando. The restaurant on Idrive along with all its other locations will close down soon and I am sad to see it go. Everything we ate was delicious. Our service from Jasmine was honest and caring. She made the best recommendations. And the space is plentiful. I'm interested to see what Darden will transform the space into. I wish I could've had way more days of way more coconut shrimp.

Mojito Cubano
Alison M.

Bahama Breeze in Orange County is one of those chain spots that you can always count on. The food is consistently fresh, delicious, and surprisingly affordable, which makes it an easy go-to for a laid-back meal. The atmosphere brings fun island vibes without trying too hard -- upbeat, colorful, and relaxing. The staff here are genuinely friendly and helpful, and service has been steady every time I've visited. Whether you're grabbing drinks, splitting appetizers, or settling in for a full meal, everything comes out tasting great. A solid, reliable spot that never disappoints. Perfect for casual nights out or whenever you're craving a little tropical escape!

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Elizabeth O.

We came to Bahama Breeze for lunch around 11:30 ok Saturday and had amazing service and food. I had a strawberry mojito- pretty good, however what I did not realize was the strawberry portion came as a portion of their strawberry daiquiri, atop my traditional mojito (almost like a dollop). It was unexpected- I love mojitos and this was an absolute first. After the strawberry portion thawed some, and I could mix it into the drink, it was good. We shared appetizers- beef empanadas and yucca cheese sticks- both were incredible! If you are familiar with either item, i highly recommend both. Both were hot and fresh, and came with dipping sauces which were all delicious! For lunch (party of 3) , we had the honey chicken sandwich- great flavor, crispy chicken, crispy well done fries. All delicious. I had the Jamaican Jerk Chicken plate- the chicken was great- favorable, generous portion and cooked well, served with rice, black beans and plantains- to be honest, the sides were just ok to not very good. I think plantains were alright, could have been cooked longer. The rice was decent (yellow), but the black beans weren't good. I did not like their flavor , especially paired with the jerk chicken. Lastly, the plain rain bowl- a real pile of goodness! I did not try it, but it looked great and my friend really enjoyed it (but I'll say I'm not sure I'd like it as it has those black beans, of which I did not like). We did not have dessert. The service was wonderful! I wish I could remember our serves name as she was great. We would come back- the place was so clean and just gives a great vibe for Saturday lunch.

Mahi & Shrimp with Lemongrass Sauce (Yummy!)
Sanita M.

Very tasty dishes and drinks. Customer service could have been better. Would come and try more dishes.

Sri R.

Awesome food, they have special... Bartender on 11/24/2025 who worked between 19:00 Hrs. to 21:00 Hrs. on Monday November 24th 2025... was quick, sharp and she knows to do lot of shots too...very capable, outstanding person...like a very good bartender. Ambience was fantastic. Nice place to hang out... my cousin was visiting Coral Gables as his son and daughter wanted to visit Universal. He was staying Homewood suites...really close place, we can walk, still we drove in my car HRV-2020 year... we were talking a lot, as we are meeting after the year 2018 as per his wife Mrs. Jodie Fonesca....whom i met the next day morning... One time, the entire bar was full... Manager also stopped and said hi.... surrounded by lot of theme parks and lot of hotels ....for customers... Thanks & Best Regards, Respectfully Submitted, Sridhar Rangaswamy ("Sri") US Trademark: #5030763 US Trademark #SN 98620494: "Promise Less/Under Promise and Deliver More" "Excellence is not an act, it is a Habit" "Honesty is the Best Policy "Be Truthful,Honest and Fair"

Coconut Shrimp Tacos
Christine S.

I vent been to a Bahama Breeze in years! I love the Caribbean Cabana/ Island resort vibe of this Darden concept. The service was good. The server was very polite and helpful. My guest and I got Coconut Shrimp tacos with a side salad. The tacos were delicious! The shrimp was light and flavorful! The pineapple salad that went with it was really good too! I will definitely be back!

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Sandy K.

Visiting Florida for the first time here! Enjoying the event & people in the industry. Stopping by this lovely restaurant. Food is amazing, atmosphere is great!

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Vault 5421

Vault 5421

4.6
(90 reviews)
2.1 mi
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Vault 5421 is a speakeasy in the back of a novelty store, God's & Monsters. Came on a Sunday and…read morejust lucked out on getting a seat because the place was packed. Love the horror theme and they play horror movies on the TVs. Definitely a touristy kind of place. They have video games and specialty drinks. There are mocktales and shots, but really they taste about the same, super sweet. I loved there selection of craft beer in the cans and bottles. Definitely worth a visit if you are looking for a cool way to spend a few hours.

This bar is inside "Gods and Monsters" comic book shop and what a fun concept it is! First of all,…read morethe store itself is really big and has A LOT to look at. They have a ton of great items and would have loved to spend more time in the shop but it was getting close to last call at their bar and wanted to make sure I tried a drink. The bar itself is quite small, but it packs a bunch with décor. There is so much to see and every time you look a different way, there's something else you didn't see before. When I came, it was really not crowded which is good because like I said, it is small so it was nice to be able to walk around. My friends and I all tried different drinks and they were all really good. The service was fast and efficient. I would definitely check this place out again and recommend. According to other comments, they do change up the drinks so I would love to try something else.

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Decoration and video game
Fave drink was the Dole Whip Me Daddy!
Fave drink was the Dole Whip Me Daddy!
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Really cool place
The Whiskey

The Whiskey

4.4
(1.3k reviews)
1.3 mi
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Such a fun spot for happy hour! We came in ready to relax and left already planning our next visit…read more The drink specials were generous and the vibe was warm and lively without being too loud to actually talk. Hands down the star of the show was the shrimp dish, perfectly cooked, packed with flavor, and honestly some of the best we've had in a while. We ended up ordering a second round just to enjoy it a little longer. Service was friendly and attentive the whole time, which made the experience even better. If you're looking for a great happy hour with a standout menu item, The Whyskey delivers. We'll definitely be back!

We've visited this restaurant every summer for years whenever we're in Florida attending our annual…read moreconference, so it was disappointing to have such a different experience this time. Monica was friendly, welcoming, and provided excellent customer service. Unfortunately, our interaction with Mary was the complete opposite. She was rude and unaccommodating, which made our visit unpleasant. After ordering a few drinks, we decided to patronize another business. As a group of returning customers, we were also disappointed that no effort was made to accommodate us. We've supported this restaurant year after year, and we expected a more welcoming experience, especially as loyal guests. We hope management recognizes the difference that customer service can make and addresses these concerns so future guests--and returning customers like us--have a better experience.

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The Royale medium rare bacon on the side. Delicious!

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The Royale medium rare bacon on the side. Delicious!
Sports and Social

Sports and Social

3.5
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We had a great time at Sports & Social which used to be BB Kings. The viewing screen I believe is…read morethe largest in Orlando. The atmosphere was perfect for the game . ( Championship game UM vs Indiana). We got there in time for happy hour (5-7pm) so we had some discounted drinks & food until our table was ready . When we moved we kept the party going in our area. We had a nice comfy seat on a couch & thank goodness because it got extremely packed! They had several drink specials going for shots , beers etc . So we def had a good time. The food was good and so were the drinks . For drinks we had Long Island, rum & pineapple, peach Bourbon Palmer, Raspberry limoncello martini & a crush shots ( I wasn't a fan of the shot) it was to rep your team and we were repping UM! Even though they lost . For food we got the sweet bay fries , Loaded chicken nachos , giant pretzel , & bee sting flavor boneless wings. Our waitress was very very attentive even in all the chaos of the evening we always had water drinks etc. We enjoyed all our food . We'll def be back I think we found a new place to watch sports & a new HH spot!

Went to Sports and Social for a business event. It was hard to find the place. The place was loud…read more The bartender was gracious with the pour. The food for the most part was ok (standard bar food). The meatballs more than made up for this and for me was the star of the show. Lighting could have been a bit better. More table games would have been nice.

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2025-11-1 Dodgers vs Blue Jays World Series Game 7 - IT WAS LIT (And they play the game audio)
2025-11-1 Dodgers vs Blue Jays World Series Game 7 - IT WAS LIT (And they play the game audio)
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Yard House

Yard House

4.1
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I've been to several Yard House locations over the years, and while every restaurant is a little…read moredifferent, the International Drive location in Orlando definitely stands out. I went with my brother and sister-in-law, and the food was excellent. The lemon pepper dry rub wings were absolutely amazing--crispy, flavorful, and seasoned perfectly. They were so good I jokingly wanted to bite my fingers afterward! I also tried the Honey Thai wings, but they just weren't for me because I don't really enjoy spicy food. That's completely a personal preference, though. The edamame was fresh and tasty, and the appetizers we shared were all very good. Even though the restaurant was completely packed, the service was impressive. I expected a long wait, but I was seated almost immediately, and our server kept everything moving smoothly despite how busy it was. The only downside is the parking. There isn't convenient parking directly in front of the restaurant, so you'll need to park in the nearby garage, take the elevator down, and walk over. The good news is that parking on the top floor is free. Along the walk, there were several outdoor vendors selling fresh fruit drinks, roasted corn, sweet treats, and small shopping items, which made the walk a little more enjoyable. Overall, this Yard House delivered great food, efficient service, and a fun atmosphere. If you're visiting International Drive and looking for a great place to eat, I definitely recommend stopping by. I'll absolutely be back!

We had already eaten elsewhere and were simply looking for a place to relax, enjoy a few drinks,…read moreand have a conversation. There were several places to choose from, but this one seemed like a good fit because it wasn't overly loud, and we wanted to be able to hear each other. We initially sat outside, but we were told they had stopped serving the outdoor seating area, so we moved inside. Rather than wait for a server, we decided to order directly from the bar since it seemed like the faster option. There weren't enough seats at the bar for our group of five, so we grabbed a nearby booth. The bartender was friendly, and our drinks were excellent. Unfortunately, that's where the positive experience ended. Although people were not coming in, but some people were eating, and enjoying drinks throughout the restaurant, it seemed like the staff had started cleaning up for the night. A server came over, and we explained that we were only there for drinks. After we received our drinks from the bar, he returned and told us that we would soon have to get up so he could clean the table. Seriously? I looked around and saw several other tables where some guests were simply sitting, talking, and enjoying their drinks. They weren't eating either. It made us feel as though, because we had only ordered beverages, we weren't as welcome as everyone else. I chose not to let one person's behavior ruin our evening because I'd rather believe that one employee doesn't represent the entire establishment. In fact, the bartender was great, and the drinks were very well made. What disappointed me was the server's attitude. I wasn't aware that ordering drinks at a restaurant with a full bar wasn't enough to be considered a paying customer, especially when there weren't enough bar stools to accommodate our group. His approach came across as rude, unprofessional, and completely unnecessary. Needless to say, we were not going to get up until we had finished out drinks, and we did not. I may return to try the food because the drinks were impressive, but if I ever encounter that same server again, I definitely won't be sitting in his section.

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Lobster Garlic Noodles - Maine lobster, shrimp, shiitake mushrooms, spinach and parmesan.
Lobster Garlic Noodles - Maine lobster, shrimp, shiitake mushrooms, spinach and parmesan.
Enjoy a variety of appetizers, like our Chicken Nachos, while watching your favorite sports games.
Enjoy a variety of appetizers, like our Chicken Nachos, while watching your favorite sports games.
Mac + Cheese]² - With white truffle, bacon, chicken, crimini, shiitake & oyster mushrooms, parmesan and panko cheddar crust.

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Mac + Cheese]² - With white truffle, bacon, chicken, crimini, shiitake & oyster mushrooms, parmesan and panko cheddar crust.

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