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    Bula Bar & Grille

    3.3 (34 reviews)
    ModerateNew American
    Closed 11:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Turkey Wrap
    Mit G.

    We had dinner here on our last night at Royal Pacific. Bula Bar is the pool bar at the property and offers a nice menu and drinks. It's a great atmosphere, during the day, and was pretty darn romantic at night. Check out my pics! We had the Shipwrecked Loaded Nachos with beef and they were gorgeous. Large portion and delicious. Also had the turkey wrap as well as a brew and a Hurricane. Service was quick and friendly as well. An 18% gratuity was added to the bill, so be aware of that. It was a wonderful way to spend our last night in Orlando.

    Nachos
    Melissa G.

    Bula Bar is the pool side bar on the Royal Pacific resort. We went there for a quick appetizer and sat pool side. The ambiance was good and the service was fast. I was surprised by how overpriced things, are, I guess it is a touristy destination but it felt excessive. Also, i was a bit surprised by the 18% mandatory tip, I was ready to sign the usual tip and realized it was already included without being told, I guess it was written somewhere on the menu? In terms of the food, we had the nachos which were on a gigantic plate but the nachos were not great, we ended up leaving about half because it was not really worth the calories.

    Kid's Cheese Pizza
    Gabriel F.

    Surprisingly good! Maybe we were all nust super hungry after our flight feom Boston to Orlando but everyone finished their plates. I did not have high expectations for this poolside spot. I figured it would be salty and over sweet and not satisfying at all. I was pleasantly surprised. The Chicken Quesadilla appetizer was pretty good. My Pork Tacos were really good. My wife liked her Turkey Wrap, my son enjoyed his Black Bean Quesadilla, and my daughter said her pizza was awesome. I did not set the bar high going in but this place cleared it easily. We will probably eat here again before the vacation is over. UPDATE - 2nd day here and another lunch by the pool. This time we had Chicken Nachos, kids Hot Dog, and another kids Pizza. Everything tasted good again. Expensive but tasty and convenient.

    View from our table..
    Stewart V.

    Ok, so this is the Bar & Grill at our hotel. We love this hotel / bar. We can order at our lounge chair by the pool or from the hot tub. The specialty drinks came in either a 15 oz ($15/ $10 refill) or 45 oz ($35/$30 refill) glass. I had the "Witch Doctor" and Amy "Dirty Banana's" The drinks are delicious but a bit on the weak side. To remedy this, the bartender advised that we could order a seperate shot to add to our giant drinks.. We had great experience our 2nd day but poor service the night before... Our server Daniel was excellent, he kept our drinks topped off and food coming. My son, Cole had a grilled cheese and we had the guacamole/ pico and chips. The nachos looked awesome but we didn't order them.. Chips were stale on one order..but they were quickly replaced.. This is great place to get drinks and appetizers while lounging by pool in hot tub.. This hotel prides itself on service, so if you are not getting any, let a manager know.. Food: 2.5 Drinks: 4.5 Ambiance: 5.0 Service: 5.0 (Daniel) Value: 3.0

    Fish tacos - great
    Melissa P.

    Really good fish tacos for a pool bar. They didn't put the dressing on which was a great idea because it wasn't too messy and drenched in sauce. It was also a pretty good portion. I also got a white peach sangria and it was huge and tasted great.

    Latti L.

    For an easy access poolside bar at a hotel no less, this is awesome. Prices are pretty reasonable considering, service is chill, atmosphere is obviously casual and it's mostly outside seating. Warning: they will include an 18% tip in your check regardless of party size. Fish tacos: plenty of fish, grilled and great sauce. Doesn't come with a side, but the tacos is enough to make a meal. Everything was fresh and crispy, would order again. Bahn mi tacos and tostada also looked really great. Everything was fresh and tasty, either of those are worth ordering. We will be back.

    Piña Colda
    Rachel C.

    Bula Bar & Grille was a nice spot to grab a bite to eat if you are just hanging by the pool. The drinks were really good and not too sweet. If you get a souvenir cup for $14, the rest of your drinks are $10. I was with a party of three and we split the tacos and quesadillas and it was a perfect afternoon snack. The tacos were bursting with flavor. They put the dressing on the side, which was a nice touch. The quesadillas were warm and cheesy aka delicious! I would recommend stopping over at Bula Bar & Grille during your stay at the Royal Pacific when you are chilling at the pool.

    Next to the pool at the resort...70 degrees & lovin it

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    Sixty Vines

    Sixty Vines

    4.6(231 reviews)
    1.8 miDr. Phillips, International Drive / I-Drive, Horizons West / West Orlando
    $$

    Another swing and a home run for Sixty Vines! Service was a bit rough as our server was pretty new…read moreand had a lot of tables to assist, that didn't take a way from the incredible food. Sunday brunch is a busy time for them so plan accordingly if going then. And I highly recommend a reservation. Ok, first the toffee cake. It's like a monkey bread but better. So delicious but super decadent and sweet so a good coffee or brunch cocktail is helpful. The cheese board was also amazing. Made in house, it's a good appetizer to prepare for the rest of the meal. The carrot cake pancakes were INSANE!!! I love a carrot cake and these were that but for breakfast. It's a big portion so good to share or get as your main. The breakfast pizza was also so good. Spicy and filling. The eggs can also be prepared anyway you choose. Major hit with my crew. 10/10 definitely recommend. Can't wait to go back!

    I don't understand the hate this place gets online from Orlando locals. We're new to the Orlando…read morearea and have had this on our list of must try spots for some time now. I know there are a few locations but we planned to stop at this location specifically during a last min birthday staycation (but not *on* my brthday) If you look online this routinly is on lists of date night and good group dining spots and there will inevitably be a ton of people in the comments complaining about it being "mid" or "basic" but that wasn't our experience at all. We had a great experience here. We initially booked for the first time of our staycation but called last min to push back a few days as I wasn't feeling very well. It was no issue at all and they changed our reservation without issue or complaints & wished me well. The space is really cool. MCM in design with a touch of California beach bungalow. We were seated in a back room with a view of the lake behind. It was a bit loud but most places are these days. I am deaf in one of my ears so one I told our server & she spoke up over the noise and it was a non-issue. Appreciated because that's not always the case. We ordered a glass of wine and the "Shirley After Dark" cocktail (I know it's a wine bar but I just felt like a cocktail) loved it. Would absolutely order it again. We ordered the house salad which was far from basic and delicious and fresh. Very light and decent size. My husband also aired the Cauliflower app which was massive. The hummus was delicious. I'm not a fan of cauliflower but he raved about it. We also split the Butchers Pizza and had them out the hot honey on the side. I can't do spice after destroying my stomach in college so they brought me a side of normal honey so I could hector full flavor profile within my dietary needs. We got to speaking with our server whose name I unfortunately can't remember (light blonde shoulder length hair if management reads this) & she was very knowledgeable about the wine selection. We're not white wine drinkers but the FL heat is a little too much for a glass of red most days so we're trying to get into it. She had 3 recommendations and brought me all three to taste. Unfortunatly I enjoyed was sold out by the time we ordered it (which at the height of tourist summer isn't beyond the realm of reasonability) We then ordered the affogato and olive oil cake. Both were delicious. It was my husband's first time trying an affogato and it has since become a favorite of his. It was mentioned in passing while chatting that we were in a last min staycation as it was my birthday week and we didn't plan anything in advance and made it clear it was not my birthday but she still comped my cocktail and the olive oil cake and wrote a lighthearted "sorry we were out of the wine" on our receipt. Which was a genuinely nice & unexpected gesture. The entire meal was quite affordable even before anything got comped compared with other options of the same caliber in the area. Portons are quite large as well. While I don't love communal tables typically, almost no one was seated at the same table and if they were it was quite far apart (see photos). I can see that being bothersome on a busy night but we were there on a summer night (busy enough to run out of a wine) so I can't imagine it being typically worse than that So I say again, I don't understand what people don't like about this place. We'll be back.

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    Creme de gallo

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    Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Crispy Brussels Sprouts

    Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant

    4.2(1.4k reviews)
    1.3 miInternational Drive / I-Drive
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    Although to this spot is a little pricey, it's because it is so upscale. If you are looking for a…read morenice date night spot, or somewhere fancy to celebrate a special night, you may want to consider CoopersHawk. We had the squash gnocchi and wedge salad. Both were fresh and flavorful. It's also worth noting that the portions are VERY large and big enough to share. We actually started with a wine tasting, which I highly recommend. The servers for both the tasting and the meal were very friendly and attentive. We actually were told about the membership privileges and decided to sign-up. We were also allowed to bring a celebration cake for a friend's birthday. I definitely recommend this spot and also suggest membership. If you do decide to stop in, I suggest coming early for a tasting and/or a reservation if you want to have a lovely meal.

    This place is very chic and absolutely a place to enjoy a fine meal if you're looking for a place…read morethat is a bit upscale, but still okay to come to after a day at the parks or outlet malls. The wait staff was very attentive and friendly, there is an attempt to sell you on their wine club, which is a great deal if you're a wine drinker and live near enough that you can take advantage of it every month. However there was no high pressure sales pitch so don't let that put you off. The food came out fast and, with one exception, fresh. My burger tasted amazing, although the bun was very stale to the point where I just pulled the burger apart and ate it without the bun. The carbonara is more an Alfredo than a carbonara but was still very tasty. All in all, a solid place to stop in at and we'll probably try it again someday.

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    Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Tables used as temporary dump.

    Tables used as temporary dump.

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    Pretzel bread

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    Mia's Italian Kitchen

    Mia's Italian Kitchen

    4.4(2.7k reviews)
    2.0 miInternational Drive / I-Drive
    $$
    Full bar
    Large group friendly

    Took a small company group to Mia's to participate in the "make your own pizza" networking event…read more What a FUN experience. The staff at Mia's Kitchen were fantastic - made us feel welcome and made the event so enjoyable. Would highly recommend this team building event to everyone!

    Mia's Italian Kitchen was amazing! this was our first stop for a late lunch after we landed in…read moreflorida, and i'm so glad we picked this! the menu was HUGE, and there were so many things that looked good that i honestly couldn't decide what to get. we ended up getting the mediterrean pizza, banana french toast, and the rigatoni al funghi and i got the italian margarita. everything was sooo delicious! this was my first time trying all of these items, and i was honestly so surprised by how good everything was. each dish was flavorful and tasted so fresh. the banana french toast was very bananay but not too sweet at all, and the pizza and pasta were both delicious too! definitely didn't expect the rigatoni al funghi to taste as good as it did. the service was amazing as well. our server was super friendly and attentive. the ambiance was also really nice, and the interior was so beautifully decorated. overall, such a great first meal after landing in florida! i would definitely come back and try more of the menu next time because there were still so many things i wanted to try!

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    Mia's Italian Kitchen
    Mia's Italian Kitchen
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    Yard House - Tap in to great food, classic rock and 100+ craft & local beers.

    Yard House

    4.1(2.1k reviews)
    1.7 miInternational Drive / I-Drive
    $$

    Yard House did not disappoint! I started with the calamari, and it was so good! Crispy, seasoned…read morewell and definitely enough to share. For my entrée, I had the ribeye cooked medium with mashed potatoes and a Caesar salad. My steak was cooked exactly how I like it, had great flavor and the mashed potatoes were really good too. Everything came out fresh and we really enjoyed our meal. Nowwww let's talk about the Pink Dragon because YES! It was cute, refreshing and GOOD. Definitely a drink I would order again. We finished with the brownie for dessert to celebrate my birthday, perfect way to end dinner. Our service was amazing! Our server was attentive, friendly and made sure we had everything we needed without hovering over us. Great food, great drinks, great service and a really good experience. I would definitely come back!

    Out first time here!…read more 10/10 We're on vacation and our first stop was this place, we're so glad we came because everything was amazing! We came during their happy hour and we got a lot of food: Three cheese pizza(simple-my least favorite) House Cheesesteak w/fries Fried calamari Sliders w/fries Boneless wings: whiskey black pepper, lemon pepper Poke nachos The coco passion cocktail Long Berry Tea cocktail Everything was absolutely delicious This place is a must try for sure. Our server was very knowledgeable and helpful and very friendly. It wasn't crowded either. 10/10

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    Yard House - Lobster Garlic Noodles - Maine lobster, shrimp, shiitake mushrooms, spinach and parmesan.

    Lobster Garlic Noodles - Maine lobster, shrimp, shiitake mushrooms, spinach and parmesan.

    Yard House - 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.

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

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    Norman's - Pork Havana

    Norman's

    4.2(169 reviews)
    1.9 miDr. Phillips, Horizons West / West Orlando
    $$$

    Another great evening out and my first time ever at Norman's. I was pleasantly surprised as I've…read moredined at other restaurants in the area and I must say , I left full and happy with the service. The table setting was very romantic and from the beginning to the end, I give my experience a 10. Dinner and dessert was phenomenal and I loved the guava margarita ( keep them coming !) I'd like to come and enjoy the outdoor terrace as well or maybe an after work cocktail at the bar. Even though we did not order from the magical dining menu, If you want to book magical dining reservations, they are on the list this year !

    Norman's has one of the best upscale happy-hour experiences in Orlando. The atmosphere is elegant…read moreand sophisticated, yet still comfortable enough for drinks and small bites with friends. The cocktails were delicious, beautifully prepared, and reasonably priced for the quality and setting. Their current happy-hour drink menu includes $10 cocktails such as the Guava Margarita, Chismosa with Prosecco and passion fruit, Norman's Old Fashioned, The Albatross, and Grey Goose Martinis. They also offer $8 sommelier-selected wines and several $5/7 beers. The food was equally impressive--fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Their happy-hour menu includes Blue Crab Beignets with yuzu aioli, Chilled Beef Tenderloin Tataki, Truffle Fries, Fish and Chips, Spinach and Artichoke Dip, Porchetta, oysters on the half shell, and a chef-selected charcuterie board. Everything we tried was tasty, and the happy-hour pricing made it possible to sample several different dishes. We came to celebrate a friend's birthday as a surprise, and overall, we had a wonderful time. However, one part of the experience could have been handled much better. We brought a personal dessert for the celebration, but the manager would not allow us to serve it and came across as unnecessarily rude when explaining the policy. We respect that restaurants may have rules regarding outside food, but no one informed us of this policy when we made the reservation or when we checked in with the dessert. A simple heads-up beforehand--or a kinder, more professional explanation--would have prevented the disappointment. Despite that interaction, the drinks, food, atmosphere, and rest of the experience were very enjoyable. I would still recommend Norman's, especially for its excellent happy-hour menu, but I hope management improves how special-occasion policies are communicated to guests.

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    Inside Bar

    Norman's - Palate cleanser ..chef compliments..carrot puree with plantain chips

    Palate cleanser ..chef compliments..carrot puree with plantain chips

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    Delaney's Tavern - High top seating

    Delaney's Tavern

    4.4(893 reviews)
    6.9 miSouth Orange, Downtown South
    $$$
    Free parking
    Private events

    Wings and burrata are delicious. The drinks are well made. Tyler is very attentive to the needs of…read moreyour table.

    What an incredible dining experience at Delany's Tavern!…read more From the moment we arrived, the service was warm, attentive, and professional, and the ambiance was the perfect blend of elegant and welcoming. We started with the She Crab Soup, which was rich, creamy, and absolutely delicious. I then ordered the Dirty Rice Entrée, and wow--what an explosion of flavors! It reminded me of a New Orleans-style paella, loaded with perfectly seasoned dirty rice, andouille sausage, shrimp, and an incredible depth of flavor in every bite. My husband began with the French Vegetable Soup, which he described as magnificent, followed by the Short Rib Sliders, which were tender, flavorful, and expertly prepared. For dessert, we indulged in the Peach Cobbler à la Mode, topped with vanilla bean ice cream. It was decadent, comforting, and the perfect ending to the meal. To top it all off, we enjoyed a frothy cappuccino served with a rock candy sugar stick--a beautiful finishing touch. The food, presentation, service, and atmosphere were all exceptional. We can't say enough good things about our experience and look forward to returning. Highly recommended!

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    Lolita - Wheatley vodka, edlerflower, grapefruit, lemon, Peychaud's bitters

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    Highball & Harvest - H&H Baby Donuts

    Highball & Harvest

    4.4(552 reviews)
    4.9 miSouth Orange Blossom Trail / OBT
    $$$

    We came for the first time for magical dining last night and had an awesome experience. The…read morerestaurant is on the lower level of the Ritz and is much larger than we anticipated. It's a bit confusing because you have to walk past the bar area (with two pool tables) towards the back to find the host stand. While making my reservation, I opted for the semi-private dining room and we had almost the entire area to ourselves and were seated in an oversized comfy booth. Our server was very nice and made great recommendations. The food came out in a timely manner, was well presented, decent portions, and tasted great. We especially loved the Caesar tartare, lamb shank, apple pie, and cookies. The cookies were especially unique and they also added decorative chocolates to both with celebratory messages based on our reservation. No notes, we will be back!

    It's a great spot for cocktails and dinner down on the ground level of the Ritz! Warning that it…read morewas very cold (even for me) down there - it's nice that have blankets you can put over your legs. Service was excellent and we were the drinks (margs so good) and loved the IPAs. Ladies really enjoyed the fried green tomatoes, and shrimp and grits! The smoked Iberico was weird and G instead share C awesome grits. I had the skirt steak and it was cooked to perfection, very good and filling (couldn't finish it all). Great place to unwind after a long day

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    Highball & Harvest - Inside restaurant

    Inside restaurant

    Highball & Harvest - Parker House Rolls

    Parker House Rolls

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    The Monroe

    The Monroe

    4.5(716 reviews)
    7.4 miParramore, Horizons West / West Orlando
    $$

    This was our second visit to the Monroe and it was enjoyable. This time the service was slightly…read moreslow, we had drinks that we didn't like and it took about 20 minutes for our server to return to the table to get orders for new drinks. We ordered the buffalo chicken egg rolls and the deviled eggs (with no bacon) as appetizers. For our new drinks we got margaritas, I got a regular margarita and my partner got a passion fruit margarita. For entrees, I had the famous fried chicken and my hubby had the meatloaf. The ambiance of the restaurant was nice, relaxed, they keep the shades lowered during the day to reduce that sun intake and it's lovely. It feels nice and relaxed in here no matter the weather outside. Again, we enjoyed the experience but the service was fairly slow. We had to pretty much know what we wanted by the next time we saw our server or flag her down to get her attention. She was waiting about 4 tables on our area. We were party of two.

    This was our second visit to the Monroe and it was enjoyable. This time the service was slightly…read moreslow, we had drinks that we didn't like and it took about 20 minutes for our server to return to the table to get orders for new drinks. We ordered the buffalo chicken egg rolls and the deviled eggs (with no bacon) as appetizers. For our new drinks we got margaritas, I got a regular margarita and my partner got a passion fruit margarita. For entrees, I had the famous fried chicken and my hubby had the meatloaf. The ambiance of the restaurant was nice, relaxed, they keep the shades lowered during the day to reduce that sun intake and it's lovely. It feels nice and relaxed in here no matter the weather outside. Again, we enjoyed the experience but the service was fairly slow. We had to pretty much know what we wanted by the next time we saw our server or flag her down to get her attention. She was waiting about 4 tables on our area. We were party of two.dd

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    The Monroe - Bar area in the restaurant.

    Bar area in the restaurant.

    The Monroe - Fried chicken

    Fried chicken

    The Monroe - Gin & Tonic (with an orange slice---delicious!)

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    Gin & Tonic (with an orange slice---delicious!)

    Whisper Creek Farm: The Kitchen - Deliciousness

    Whisper Creek Farm: The Kitchen

    4.2(210 reviews)
    5.2 miSouth Orange Blossom Trail / OBT
    $$

    The new fall menu at JW Marriott's Grande Lakes Whisper Creek Farm Kitchen really shines…read more Showcasing fresh, locally sourced produce and thoughtfully prepared seasonal dishes, the menu feels both elevated and comforting. The portions are generous, the ingredients are incredibly fresh, and there's a wonderful emphasis on the flavors of the season. Whether you're looking for a leisurely, high-end lunch or a memorable dinner, Whisper Creek is a beautiful choice. The farm-to-table approach, warm atmosphere, and attention to detail make this a standout dining experience at Grande Lakes. Definitely worth a visit this fall!

    We arrived around 8:15 p.m. and didn't leave until approximately 10:40 p.m. Despite being there for…read morenearly two and a half hours, our order consisted of two appetizers, an order of Brussel sprouts, two desserts, a bottle of spring water, and two virgin mojitos. For a simple meal for two people, the service was unreasonably slow throughout the evening. Our server, Svet, was polite and personable, but friendliness alone could not make up for the delays. The hummus appetizer was excellent and was easily the highlight of the meal. It was flavorful and served with pita, cucumbers, carrots, and red peppers. The food presentation overall was attractive and showed promise. The most serious issue occurred when my son ordered a refill of his virgin mojito and was served a drink containing alcohol. He immediately noticed something was wrong after taking a sip and handed it to me. I tasted it as well and confirmed that it contained alcohol. Serving alcohol in a child's drink is a significant mistake and should never happen. We also ordered the steak frites based on a recommendation and were told it was exceptional. Unfortunately, the steak was extremely tough and chewy, making it difficult to eat and far from what was described. Management apologized and removed the steak from the bill, but the combination of excessive wait times, the alcohol mix-up involving a minor, and the disappointing entrée left a poor overall impression.

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    Whisper Creek Farm: The Kitchen - Bar

    Bar

    Whisper Creek Farm: The Kitchen - Flatbread and Crispy Brussel Sprouts

    Flatbread and Crispy Brussel Sprouts

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