Amazing Dinner!! 11 of us!! Everyone said.... Dinner was Fabulous!!! Service.....Dazzling!! The ambience was a bit loud... but big IBS convention folk creating the excitement!! We had a blast!! Highly recommended :to try the sword Fish and Steak and the charcuterie board and peppers , The meatballs Flippin Stupid Good!! And...The BREAD..... OMG..was the best I've ever had at an Italian restaurant!! I will return next time in town!! Cheers to the Chef,staff and mgr team!!! All 5 stars read more

Cala Bella - Swordfish with Purple potatoes!! Sooooooo Gooooood!! - Italian Near Me - Orlando, Florida

A magical experience at Rosen Shingle Creek. You can get your parking ticket validated but wear comfortable shoes as parking may be a hike to the main entrance of the hotel. The place was warm wood and oak feel. Mediterranean cuisine and great service from the staff. We had magical dining of octopus, oxtail fettuccine, and limoncello tiramisu. The octopus was meaty and a large portion. It had a nice char to it. Oxtail fettuccine was amazing and the sauce went well. The limoncello was fluffy and melt in your mouth. Not what i expected with no coffee taste for this tiramisu. It was a great $40 magical dining meal for the books. Definitely check this place out. read more

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TLDR: Scrumptious Italian restaurant inside the Rosen Shingle Creek Hotel. Easy enough to get a reservation (OpenTable). Service was perfect. FOOD (5/5): My friend and I tried this place out for Magical Dining (restaurants across Central Florida offering fixed price menus in the Fall to support a charity). I really enjoyed everything, and the portions were generous. The octopus was as good as a dish I had in Portugal. It was cooked perfectly. The oxtail fettuccine was amazing. I had so much food that I ended up taking the dessert back because I was so full. It's a shame that the coffee machine wasn't working. At the end of all that food, I really wanted a cup of coffee. The hotel coffee shop wasn't open, and it was a long drive home. SERVICE (5/5): This is not a place to go if you want a quick meal. My friend and I didn't mind the slower pace because we were catching up. Another Yelper commented on slow service. If you need to be done by a certain time (especially since the hotel has a giant convention area), communicate that to your server early on. I think most of this was dictated by our slow speed, and I noticed our server checked in enough to be present but not enough to make us feel rushed. Perfect balance. The managers popped by a few times to check on us, which was a nice touch. (It was also refreshing that they didn't seem at all disengaged and listened to us chat about the food.) ATMOSPHERE: I think the place could do with a little bit of an update. It felt dark, but since I was here for the dinner itself, I didn't take points off from it. It's a cozy restaurant - not too big. There's an outdoor patio which was unused at the time of my visit because it pouring rain. The kitchen is offset from the dining room, and you have the perfect vantage point of the chefs in action. Thanks for the pleasant surprise, Cala Bella. I already told my husband we needed to dine here. read more

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Cala Bella is tucked away inside the Rosen Shingle Creek resort. Amazing all around, the food and staff were all great. Some missed opportunities regarding the decor but all around a recommend if staying at the resort. read more

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We came here to celebrate our 2 year wedding anniversary and we weren't disappointed. Our server was great and we got their 2 person 3 course special! It came with an app, entree, and dessert! I recommend checking it out when you're in the Orlando area! I loved the hotel and this restaurant was perfect if you want a romantic get away! read more

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Food good, service bad. (This seems to be a theme in Orlando). Had rigatoni, it was delicious. Our antipasto tray came out after our mains. I'm sure it would have been better if its wasn't as crowded for some other conference. They never brought us water (we were in the bar after 8). It's fine to eat here, but maybe come when there's no crowd. read more

Cala Bella - Rigatoni - Italian Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Another resort winner restaurant! Italian by theme, great wine selections, portions that make you feel like you walked into a Buca di Beppo (they can be huge!) Great attentive service and amazing unique atmosphere with views of the golf course and lake. Very Southern Italian influenced recipes and definitely a crowd pleaser for Veg/V+ patrons, too. Right behind the 10-14 floor elevators with room to seat hundreds. read more

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Cala Bella is a gem within the Shingle Creek resort. I was in town for work, so I popped in on my own and had no trouble getting a table for one. It's not a super quiet place with a lot of dinner chatter and the piano playing, but all restaurants in the resort were pretty busy as it is. There's a busy bar and then plenty of seating for tables. The charred octopus was incredible, although the tip was maybe slightly too charred. The plating was spectacular and it had an amazing balance in flavor with the olive oil and zest. The pappardelle was also incredible, with a decent portion. The bread crumbs and cheese add great texture mixes. It is so flavorful and the meat was tender. Loved these! Service was very friendly. Through most of my dining experience I was tended to very reasonably, but as the evening picked up I think I was forgotten about. My server also happened to be one of the two bartenders, but with the bar picking up they were socializing with the guests seated there quite a lot. I didn't mind too much because I was reading through dinner until waiting a while for the check, but when there was no sign the server was coming back I went up to the bar for my check. I think difficult for the server to tend the social aspects at the bar and tables, which is understandable. So regardless, I definitely recommend this spot. read more

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The first time I ate dinner at Cala Bella, it was pre-ordained. Meaning the location was preselected as part of a conference weekend. So I had no idea what I was walking into. Sure I read reviews to try and get a better picture and was rather excited to experience what I read. I've since been back twice. And love the place. So let's dive into the review: Ambiance - this is the only weak link in the chain, but that's because it's in a Rosen hotel built for conferences. So the decor and furniture are bulky. Dated dark cherry wood is everywhere, and you can tell it's just a rectangle shape room in the building. However, this doesn't matter. It's nice enough, but casual enough that you can eat right after hanging by the pool. So don 't let this get you down. Service - top shelf. If you know anything about Rosen properties, they have been trained to be masters in hospitality. And the restaurant service is no different. Everyone is friendly, genuine and there to please. Beverages - awesome. Whether you want an Italian beer, a coffee or wine, or one of their super tasty cocktails, you have options here that all go will with the food on the menu. Which is what this place is really all about. The food. Food - worth driving back for. That's not a compliment to be handed out to a place way out in resort-and-conference land. But for Cala Bella, it's true. They must have a really talented team of chefs right now, because every single thing I've ordered has been amazing. The bread they serve upon seating is fresh, soft, warm, delicious. The charcuterie and cheese tray is absolutely out of this world. The Beef Carpaccio is stunningly tender and delicious. And this Grass Fed Lamb dish, pictured here, is my favorite dish in all of Orlando. With squash grown on the property, swiss chard, gravy, etc, and the most delicious lamb I've ever had, this is something I can strongly recommend. Along with the whole experience in general. read more

Cala Bella - Grass Fed Lamb. My favorite dish in all of Orlando. - Italian Near Me - Orlando, Florida

First off food was amazing and I eat at a lot of Italian restaurants. Two of us had the Ox Tail pasta and it was excellent. They offered a $40 meal special and it was the octopus appetizer was well prepared and tender. Service was a little slow as the restaurant wasn't full. This cost them one star on what would have been a five star rating. read more

Cala Bella - Ox tail pasta - Italian Near Me - Orlando, Florida

We decided to celebrate our wedding anniversary with dinner at Cala Bella while staying at the resort, and it was an excellent choice. The food was absolutely delicious--every dish was packed with flavor. I had the lasagna, and the combination of ingredients was just perfect. My wife went with the rigatoni and loved the spicy kick. To finish off the night, we shared the Café Latte Torte. A special shoutout to Bryon, who took fantastic care of us. His recommendations were spot-on, and it was clear he truly enjoys what he does. Exceptional service makes all the difference, and he certainly made our evening even more enjoyable. read more

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Had a great time here. came here for a tech conference and celebrated my coworker's birthday with the cake, which was delicious. Had the lasagna which was very yummy as well as the garden salad and octopus which was cooked perfectly. I believe this is the best restaurant in the hotel or at least the most refined. servers were also very attentive, and the atmosphere was very cozy. read more

Cala Bella - Grilled Octopus & Warm Potato Salad - Italian Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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Chicken parmigiana was very good. Service was top notch. Restaurant is well decorated and cozy.

Had a chance to eat here and it was a great experience. The servers were great and really took care of us. Had a chance to taste an old fashioned which was made well. The Salumi e Formaggi Antipasti was delicious. I had the Prime Beef Ribeye which was absolutely delicious! It was cooked perfectly and the juice just poured out with each cut. Finished with a dessert sample that really finished the meal well. I did not stay at the resort but it looked like a nice place to stay and spend the weekend. Valet parking was on par for the Orlando area. read more

Cala Bella - Dessert Sampler - Italian Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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Cala Bella is such a hidden gem that I didn't know existed until Magical Dining . They have a $40 MD menu & I booked a reservation for me and my husband for 7:30pm . The restaurant is located inside the Rosen shingles creek hotel. It is an Italian restaurant. The ambiance is nice and romantic . They have a piano that auto plays itself I thought that was cool. On our way to our table you have a glimpse of the kitchen and we were sat near the back and we could see the pool from our table window. Our waiter Vince was Amazing & very attentive. We started with drinks ( not on MD menu) my husband got the Bella black Manhattan and I got the espresso martini. I tasted my husband's manhattan and I swear I grew 3 chest hairs because it was so strong . My espresso martini was delicious. My husband got another drink later which was the Old Fashion. It too was very strong . From the MD menu we both ordered the baked meatballs. (mozzarella cheese, san marzano tomato, grilled focaccia, italian oregano). For our entrees he got the Hertaberkschwein Farms Pork Chop (mascarpone polenta, mustard greens, pickled golden raisin & sage brown butter) & I ordered the Oxtail Fettuccine (oxtail ragout, stracciatella, shishito peppers, house focaccia crumb, italian oregano). For dessert he ordered the Chocolate Crème Brulée (caramelized sugar, blood orange sauce, seasonal fruit) & I got the Pistachio Cheesecake (pistachio crunch, candied pistachios, raspberry sauce). They brought out a bread spread and while we waited for our appetizers . Everything was very good & tasty! There was nothing that we didn't like . I ended up taking most of my entree to go along with most of my dessert because I was stuffed, but that wasn't after eating some. The plates were hefty just like I would expect from an Italian restaurant. I would definitely recommend this spot for a night out. They do validate parking for valet just make sure you ask the host before you leave to stamp your valet ticket . read more

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I had the oxtail pasta and it was so delicious. Unique flavor and definitely worth a return visit. The meatball appetizer was moist and perfectly seasoned. I had the pistachio cheesecake and it was smooth with a sweet/salty balance. The French 75 was strong and sweet, again the perfect balance Pros: valet parking is free with a stamp from the restaurant The restaurant is directly when you walk it (tucked away but close to the entrance) The service is impeccable The drinks are made to absolute perfection Portion sizes are very generous Atmosphere is very friendly and inviting Cons: None read more

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Absolutely amazing food! The waiter was very kind and sensitive to the gluten free needs of my fiancé. read more

Cala Bella - Oxtail pasta and short rib - Italian Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Before we sat down, I asked the hostess if they had a kids' menu, and she said yes, ask the waiter when you're seated. We waited briefly and taken to our table, but I asked if we could have a window seat. She said lets go back to the lobby and sat us next to a wall BUT yet a couple afterward was seated next to the window. Our waitress Cristina has no sense of customer service. I asked her for a kids' menu or order small portion due to me having a gastric bypass. I explained to her what my restrictions were & she said you could order an appetizer, but we dont have menus for kids then proceeded to tell me to order octopus appetizer (1 thing that will send me to ER because it will get stuck in my stomach pouch). Cristina asked if we wanted water & I said no, but I was given water. There is nothing I can eat off the menu except a salad, so that is all I had. I didn't have the heart to go to another restaurant as my husband had his heart set on spaghetti. That set tone for dinner, and my husband said spaghetti and meatballs were just ok. If you have children, they are not able to accommodate them. The 1 time our waitress showed emotions is when she gave us our bill and actually smiled. I dont recommend this restaurant. Not able to accomdate dietary restrictions or families with children. read more

Cala Bella - Farmers salad with dressing on the side - Italian Near Me - Orlando, Florida

This restaurant is located diagonally to the right, in the back as you walk in. Inside it is cozy. Our server was very attentive and made sure our evening was a comfortable one. We went for magical dining and ordered: -baked meatball: 4 meatballs with melted cheese on top and bread. It was delicious and the tomato sauce was very powerful as well! Wish it brought more bread tho! 9/10 -oxtail fettuccine: this dish reminded me of home. It tasted like pasta my mother used to make. It is a huge portion so I had two meals out of it! 9/10 -cafe latte torte: delicious! It was a soft coffee cake that was definitely not too sweet 10/10 It was a nice experience! Would definitely come back! :) read more

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My Grandpa took my partner and I here for a celebration dinner for getting a new job, and this place was wonderful. The food was very high quality, everything tasted fresh and was cooked to perfection. The Mussels appetizers blew my mind, the tomato basil base they had them soaking in was superb! We kept requesting bread to dip in the remaining sauce after. I ordered the limited edition Rose Elderberry Tonic and it was so good, the alcohol didn't over power but neither did the herbal notes. Everything was balanced. I had the Gnocchi, my partner had the Squid ink pasta and Ny grandpa had the fish of the day. I love it here, service was quick and very attentive. read more

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We stopped in for our final night and we were seated right away. Our server was very friendly and offered us advise on several items on the menu. I took her advice and ordered baked meatballs. They were very good. I talked my wife into trying them and suddenly they were gone. I ordered the oxtail fettuccine. It was good. I'm not a big red sauce guy and it was a good meal worth eating. I know that sounds like ok praise, but I really don't like red sauce. So what I'm really saying is that these wizards made something terrible taste good. If you like red sauce this might be the best thing ever. The restaurant was clean and quiet. Very upscale. Between the cost and the upscale decorum I was surprised to see several young families at the restaurant as well. We ordered the pistachio cheesecake. My wife loves it. I'm a bit of a cheesecake snob. I am very good at making cheesecake and so I have a high standard. This cheesecake did not meet it. However the way they dressed it up while visually unappealing almost made up for the texture of the cheesecake. read more

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I was staying at the hotel for work and did not feel like leaving for food so o ventured out of my room to explore the hotel. Found this restaurant and decided to sit at the bar. The bartender was super engaging and attentive, he made me feel like they valued me as a customer. Second time ordering here, this time I ordered half chicken with carrots and veggies. It was really good except my wing was missing:( The food was great and the service even better!! read more

Came here located just off of I-Drive on a gated hotel property. Cala Bella is located inside of the Shingle Creek Rosen Hotel. Beautiful hotel, very classy and upscale. Cala Bella is an upscale & classy restaurant. They didn't have a lot of options to choose from on the menu but it's a great place for a date night. Reservations is recommended but not required. We had reservations and was immediately seated when we showed up. Our waiter Vince provided us with excellent service and was very attentive. For appetizer we had the Manti which was Beef Dumpling, Chicken & Tomato Brodo, Whipped Ricotta, Sumac & Smoked Paprika, Parsley, and Lemon Mint. The Oxtail Fettuccine which is Oxtail Ragout, Stracciatella, Shishito Peppers, House Focaccia Crumb, and Italian Oregano. We also ordered the Lake Meadows Farm Half Chicken which consists of Local Sweet Potato Puree, Escarole, Garden Carrots & Seminole Pumpkin, Chicken Brodo. Amazing dishes and service. Great for a couples date night. read more

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I had oxtail fettuccine because that's what was popular per Yelp. It wasn't amazing, just alright. However, the salted caramel dessert was mind altering, both light and creamy and definitely heavy on the calories. Italian music was relaxing. Made it for a nice background to chat with new friends. Servers were knowledgeable. One tried to make a joke about allergies, but it felt a bit off. Recommendation on dessert was spot on, though. read more

Just ate at Cala Bella and it was amazing!! Maria was an attentive, friendly, and amazing server!! We ate in bar area which offered the full menu which had a high energy vibe! read more

Amazing food and great service, the grilled octopus was exquisite. Hidden gem inside the Shingle Creek Rosen hotel.

I was staying at the Rosen hotel and thought I'd try one of their on-property restaurants. I got there right when they opened and grabbed a seat at the bar. The bar was empty but quickly filled up. The bartender was awesome. Attentive and engaging. But to be honest, I was not impressed with the food. I ordered bruschetta and carpaccio. The bruschetta was ok, nothing to brag about but the carpaccio tasted so salty that i couldn't eat it. I'm not one to send food back but the bartender could tell something wasn't right with it when he asked me what I thought about it. He asked if I wanted something else I politely said no but in the end he took care of it. If I go back during my stay it will just to grab a drink at the bar. The bar had a decent amount of seating along with a few tables around it. read more

Cala Bella - Carpaccio - Italian Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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Cala Bella offers good food served by attentive servers in a warm and inviting atmosphere. The whole experience was an overall positive one. Be advised that this particular restaurant is not an inexpensive option for a meal. This is definitely a higher end dining experience and is priced to match. This is not meant to discourage you as a potential diner, however just be advised. The pasta here is definitely a treat and something that I would definitely recommend if you choose to visit Cala Bella. Overall, I would definitely recommend Cala Bella if you are looking for an upscale Italian restaurant experience. read more

As one of a few restaurants at the resort, Cala Bella distinguishes itself with its upscale decor and Italian offerings. A weekday dinner reservation made sure our table was available, and the restaurant definitely filled up come dinnertime. The furnishings and color scheme reminded me of fancy manor dining rooms, and service was quick and accommodating. The Charred Octopus was succulently cooked and tender despite being--true to its name--rather charred. Neither too bland nor too salty, it struck a flavorful middle ground, and the accompanying broccolini was a welcome balance.. The Oxtail Fettuccine was richer than I expected. Though the sauce itself was fine, it was quite heavy with oils, and the oxtail failed to stand out despite being heavily featured. Instead, the red peppers topping the pasta stood out, offering a novel, sour-sweet burst that the pasta rather needed. Sadly, I can't say these were incorporated into the dish well, and it was overall just a filling option. The Butcher's Pie was as advertised, and I'm thankful for that. The bitterness of the cooked prosciutto and fresh arugula was balanced by the richness of the eggs and cheese, and the tomato sauce brightened everything up nicely. Although the pie is, honestly, on the bitter side, I'd recommend that you not discount it for the fact. We finished off with the Amaretto Creme Brulee, and I can confirm that creme brulee always closes a meal nicely. The generous amount of berries that accompanied this dessert, though, I have to point out. Overall, a solid dinner choice. Definitively upscale, but in a more muted and humble way, Cala Bella was a treat that I don't regret. read more

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Recently had dinner at Cala Bella, located inside the Rosen Shingle Creek resort, and I was genuinely impressed. If you're in the mood for Italian food with a touch of elegance, this place is great. read more

This is a place you should go if you like good Italian food and excellent service. I've been here 3 times and every time I've had a great experience. Ambience is very classic and inside makes me feel like I'm at a restaurant in Europe. Servers always nice and friendly, they know about the menu and give good recommendations and service. For a date and family time with adults: highly recommended. read more

Cala Bella - a glass of wine and a plate of broccoli - Italian Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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Well, I didn't have high expectations for this hotel restaurant, but my server Erick helped guide me to some great dishes! They were also gluten free which helps immensely as a celiac girl! I didn't get a picture of my heirloom tomato burrata salad (bc i ate it too fast-yum!) which was awesome, pictured is the grouper which was very tasty as well! I didn't give the restaurant a five star bc ambiance is lacking, but check it out and hope you get the kind hearted server, Erick! read more

Cala Bella - Gluten free catch of the day Grouper - Italian Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Food and service was amazing. We went ln V-day and they gave us a long stem rose. The sauce that the mussels come in is sooo good. read more

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First of all, I want to say the service was great. I think all of the servers at the Rosen Shingle Creek Restaurants. Vanessa was spectacular during our visit and really made sure that we were taken care of even though we asked a lot of questions she was attentive and nice the entire time. As far as the food, it was mostly good. We started off with a glass of wine each which was very nice and then we got the bread bowl and the olive oil and balsamic vinegar on the side as a dipping sauce. The bread was outstanding and I have read reviews at this is a very good part of the meal and we were not disappointed. Then we ordered the beef dumplings as well as the meatballs as our appetizers. These are pictured down below. The beef dumplings were just so so nothing really spectacular the meatballs were very juicy and tender but also not the best dish I've ever had either. We then went on to our entrées and both had pasta I had the oxtail fettuccine and my friend had the sausage pasta dish. The dish I got was fantastic I was unable to finish it so I am excited for the leftovers. We then order the crème brûlée for dessert and it was also very good not anything to knock your socks off, but a great ending to a great meal. read more

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I had the pleasure of visiting Cala Bella last night and because it was magical dining I was able to try a few of the delicious things on the menu. I started off with the baked meatballs and manti - the meatballs were the perfect appetizer they were tender and flavorful as well as the sauce. The manti I found to be good but not as good as the meatball the texture was a little drier and the sauce not as rich. For my entree I did the oxtail fettuccine it was heavenly! The oxtail was tender she shishito peppers were the perfect acid and the stracciatella was the perfect balance. For desert I did the chocolate crème brûlée which was so creamy it was like a pudding. I also had a strawberry lemon drop and that did not disappoint. Our server was friendly and attentive without hovering. The ambiance of the restaurant was warm and inviting a taste of little Italy without being cheesy. I would definitely recommend and be back. read more

Cala Bella - Oxtail fettuccine - Italian Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Steak was served way over done (ordered rare and I got medium well). The sides are a bit nasty. This place gets overrun and the bar gets way behind. The bartenders are great but they can only do so much. read more

My coworkers and I ate at Cala Bella two nights in a row. Must have: -Burrata Salad -Elderflower Cocktail I ate gnocchi with lamb - the gnocchi I believe was fried and had a consistency of a tater tot. I would order again - but prefer gnocchi prepared differently. The oxtail with fettuccine is perfect for someone who is an extreme carnivore. I thought it was a bit heavy on the meat and over powered their pasta, which was delicious. The spaghetti and meatballs were great. Delicious pasta, sauce, and meatballs! Heavenly mozzarella on top. Comfortable chairs, a great atmosphere, and wonderful service. read more

Cala Bella - Spaghetti and meatballs - Italian Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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Amazing place with an excellent chef. Everything was perfect!! A must go if you are in Orlando. read more

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We came here for Magical Dining, and yes, like everyone else was saying, they have amazing food!! We got the heirloom tomato caprese salad, mozzarella stuffed meatball, veal shank, and salmon agrodolce. Everything was really good and has A LOT of personality! Veal shank was stewed to perfectly soft, and very well marinated. Meat was tender and flavorful. Salmon was cooked to medium, still soft and juicy in the center while lighted charred on the crust. And the sauce that came was it was super unique! It's sweet and VERY citrusy without the sourness, I loved the chef's creativity there!! Also, every dish was HUGE, even for Magical Dining menu, it's amazing value! Ambience was great in the beautiful Rosen Shingles Creek hotel. With all that said, why 4 stars? We'll, I think they underestimated the demand of Magical Dining or might have had a hard time hiring during COVID. There were only a handful of servers and 2 chefs that I saw working in the entire restaurant. So there was literally no one to fill waters, and we waited forever even for bread, not to mention food... Also there wasn't anyone to clean dirty dishes or bread crumbs off the table. Plus that unlike restaurants in hotels at Grande Lakes or Bonnet Creek, they don't have complimentary valet parking. For cheap butts like me who doesn't want to pay $15+tips for valet but still wore heels, the 5 min walk from the parking lot to the restaurant wasn't easy... Honestly, this restaurant is much more casual compared to Ruth Chris or Bull & Bear, but the catch there is this places' regular menu prices are similar to 3 $ sign restaurants. But this level of service and offerings definitely don't meet the expectations there. To sum up everything, this restaurant has AMAZING food!! But I probably wouldn't come back here for any special occasion or for regular menu. read more

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Slam dunk!!! My wife and I are at the bar, our bar tender was Bryon and he was phenomenal. My wife had the lasagna with the ox tail meat on top. The lasagna crispy on both sides and the ox tail meat was super tender. 10 outta 10. I had the deboned lamb and had pasta with red sauce as my side!! Very good. 9 outta 10 read more