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    4.0 (373 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
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    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Patty Melt and Cheese Steak Dutch Baby.
    Luis F.

    Who doesn't love a retro diner? In the middle of Celebration ? I mean COME ON ! Amazing ! The aesthetic here is 1950s/1980's infused together which is really cool. The service was a little slow but our waitress was amazing. The food was decent diner food - burgers , fries etc. everything was tasty and the portions were large. Enjoy. Cheers!

    Classic hamburger
    Justin S.

    Classic diner in downtown Celebration with great vintage décor and lots of Disney memorabilia that really add to the atmosphere. I tried the classic burger, the beef was fresh and flavorful, but the single patty was on the small side. They do offer double and triple patties, so now I know to size up next time. The service wasn't especially fast or attentive, but it was decent. Overall, it's a fun spot with plenty of character, and I'd definitely go back.

    Betsy S.

    Ironically, when we first stopped in for dinner, we ended up leaving because the menu seemed to have too many fried options for what we were looking for. I'm actually glad we gave it another chance because we came back for breakfast, and I think that was definitely the right choice. Our table ordered the apples and sausage breakfast (which was a big hit), the South of the Border breakfast with four sausages, and the avocado toast. We also enjoyed plenty of coffee, and everyone was happy with their meal. Marcus was a friendly waiter, although I did have to flag down another employee once to get a coffee refill. Other than that, the service was good. The diner has lots of old photographs decorating the walls, which gives it a nostalgic feel. I've always had a soft spot for classic diners, so I'm glad we made our way back and got to enjoy breakfast here while we were in town. I think next time I would like to sit at the counter- that always makes me feel nostalgic!

    Coffee is weak here
    Kerry B.

    If you are coming here when it is busy, like a weekend morning, be prepared to wait to be seated and to wait on your food. The wait will be well worth it. On this visit I sat at the counter and watched all the wonderful food come out of the kitchen. I was drooling the whole time, especially after I saw a side of bacon, the shrimp and grits, the bowls and really everything that came out of the kitchen looked delicious. Ordered a patty melt and make your own skillet, with a folded egg and they got the egg perfect. The patty melt was perfect and loved the tots which were on the side. I feel on this visit they were not on their A game and still the food definitely made up for the wait. There is a reason why they are so busy, great portions, reasonable prices... and absolutely great tasting food.

    Suzanne A.

    We visited the Downtown Diner for breakfast during the week. Located in the Celebration area, we chose to sit outside because it was a beautiful day and I had my small dog with me. We were seated right away, which was a nice touch. The restaurant had a quaint atmosphere, and I particularly enjoyed the diner-style seating. The decor was a fun throwback. The food was very good, and they offer a great menu at reasonable prices. Their excellent customer service made our experience even better. We will definitely return the next time we are in the area.

    Really nice outdoor seating
    Jason D.

    Stopped in Sunday morning, was pretty busy. Sat right away. Had a miscommunication with the server and host so we sat for awhile lol all good, once we put in our order drinks and food were out in like 5-10 mins. Very fast, I had the biscuits n gravy platter. Comes with two eggs, breakfast meat(I got ham steak). The bowl of biscuits (like 3-4) was a huge portion. Coulda used a slight more gravy but very good overall. The eggs were cooked perfect and the ham steak was really good! Still lots of more options to try so I'll be back soon.

    South of the Border
    Tyteana B.

    Omg! Everything was so good that I had to go twice. Food and drinks was amazing and very fast. Great customer service. Environment was old school and chill.

    Vegan Skillet
    Jessi M.

    Omg 5 stars for the vegan breakfast options! I've been searching for a place near Disney (that isn't Disney) AND is open before 11 am! I finally found it, Eureka! Seriously though, the staff is so friendly and the food is delicious! We sat outside on a beautiful Saturday morning and enjoyed the heck of out of breakfast. We can't wait to come back!

    Anthony N.

    While in Orlando, we made a stop through Celebration and checked out Downtown Diner after seeing the buzz on TikTok. This spot delivers that classic diner feel with a menu packed with comfort food that hits every craving. I went all in on the Breakfast Club and it did not disappoint. Toasted challah bread layered with bacon aioli, American cheese, fried eggs, sausage patties, grilled ham, and crispy bacon. Every bite was rich, savory, and perfectly stacked. I already love a traditional club, but this breakfast version takes it to another level. It is the kind of sandwich you start thinking about again before you even finish it. We also tried the Biscuit Gravy Platter with two biscuits smothered in gravy, served with eggs and sausage patties. Warm, hearty, and exactly what you want when you are in the mood for true comfort food. This was one of those stops that turns into a must return spot real quick.

    Hannah W.

    Our first meal on our trip to Orlando... how lucky we were! This diner is exactly as amazing as you would expect it to be. Felt like we jumped back into the 80s. Food was delicious and portions were HUGE! I highly recommend the biscuits and gravy as well as the fried pickles.

    Beautiful day to sit outside
    Christopher M.

    We have been a few times for breakfast. Enjoy the large menu choices and service. Very casual indoor/outdoor seating. Lots going on in Celebration all year round to people watch. This last time Carmen took great care of us. Say Hi! Some favorites are their Celebration platter, omelettes, burritos and pancakes. Enjoy!

    French toast with peanut butter
    Monica C.

    Food was good & Marcus (our server) was wonderful. 1st time there but will be back. I got French toast with peanut butter, and friends got the Celebration Benedict. We shared a side order of bacon.

    Club sandwhich
    Chelsea D.

    We got Buffalo chicken dip and the fried pickles, and mimosas! All so good. Also got the club which was great. The patio is dog friendly. The steak salad is also. Great! The service was amazing as well. They get you seated so quick! The ambiance is so cute as well inside. Only thing I didn't like is the Mac and cheese. The homemade chips are amazing.

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    The Wilson - gluten-free pizza

    The Wilson

    4.0(136 reviews)
    0.9 mi

    I came down to Orlando for a quick getaway with friends and stayed at the Meliá Celebration…read moreOrlando. The Wilson is inside the main building of the hotel. The location was incredibly convenient since most surrounding restaurants are Disney World spots, other dining options were at least 20 minutes away. Without a rental car and Ubering everywhere, being able to just head downstairs for a drink and a bite was a lifesaver. The truffle fries with Parmesan were my favorite. I also ordered the chicken quesadillas were decent, but coming from Houston (where, let's be honest, the food scene is unmatched), it's hard not to compare. They just weren't that buttery, toasted quesadilla I'm used to. The green salsa had an unusual texture, almost like applesauce, which was a little off-putting. The sour cream was fine, and I actually enjoyed the pickled onions as a nice touch. The margaritas were good! They offer several flavor additions like coconut and mango that work as sweeteners, so if you prefer a sweeter margarita I would definitely suggest adding one. Ordering it straight is on the bitter side, so the flavors are a nice way to customize your drink. Overall, the ambience and service were great, and the food is solid. Gratuity is included and my bill was around $60.

    I'm giving two stars instead of one, but that's because our waitress Sarah worked so hard. We…read morestayed at Melia Orlando Celebration for two nights, and had dinner at The Wilson both nights. We had Sarah for our waitress both times. The first night, we had their special the miso salmon, and the rigatoni bolognese. We were offered "regular, bottled, or sparkling" water; we chose bottled, and were served warm water from a carafe style bottle with no ice. Rigatoni was tasty, but the miso salmon was burnt on the outside (inside was cooked well), bok choy was VERY salty from the soy marinade but was fine when paired with the pile of plain white rice (that I think was supposed to be a seasoned rice pilaf?). The second night, we again had the special of fettuccini alfredo with shrimp, and the pepperoni pizza with red sauce. We were offered the same for water - "regular, bottled, or sparkling". We chose "regular" this time and were still served the same carafe-style room temperature water without ice. The pizza was just okay and the crust was super chewy and tough, but the alfredo sauce was broken and the dish was a pile of noodles with clumped parmesan swimming in a lake of butter. The waitress did stop by to ask how everything was, but we had literally just been served our food. I did eat the shrimp, which were cooked nicely. I let our waitress know the sauce was broken and said I didn't want it to be remade as I already ate the shrimp. She reported this to the manager who came over and offered us a free dessert for the mistake. This was nice, but he took forever to come back with the dessert menu, and then never returned to see what dessert we might order, but attended another table right next to us several times while we waited. After 15 minutes waiting for him to even order a dessert and attending the next table 3 times, we ended up flagging down the waitress to ask for our check. Our waitress comped the Alfredo meal, which we greatly appreciated. Our waitress Sarah was a rockstar. She was working pretty much the entire restaurant and I actually heard her say to the staff "Is anyone going to help me here?". I saw her fill beers for guests behind the bar instead of waiting on the bartender. I saw her lead guests to a table with menus instead of the hostess. I also saw the manager and other staff just chilling by the kitchen area, making jokes and laughing, and empty tables needing to be cleared the entire time we were there, while we and other tables waited for just a refill of room-temp water. The restaurant was NOT full or super busy on a Friday night, so that says a lot. Also note, it's in very small type, but this restaurant adds 18% gratuity no matter the order or party size. We added an extra tip for Sarah the first night, but not the second, and I wouldn't be surprised if this restaurant splits that gratuity with the cooks and management who don't deserve it. Five stars for Sarah. One star for the rest.

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    Chef Art Smith's Homecomin' - Chef Art's Famous Fried Chicken

    Chef Art Smith's Homecomin'

    4.4(3.4k reviews)
    3.9 miDisney World, Horizons West / West Orlando
    $$

    A lot of food and it is good quality. The service is amazing and Sherard was the best server!!…read moreDefinitely give it a try.

    This place was an amazing spot to eat at in Disney Springs and had some of the best food I ate…read moreduring my trip in Florida. 4.5/5 We came pretty late to the establishment after a long day at the theme parks. We were staying at a Holiday Inn near Disney Springs so we decided to come here for a late dinner. One of the best decisions made here. We did a late night walk through the shopping center and landed here around 9:50 pm. It was pretty late and we worried there would be no seats but we were seated promptly. The establishment was very ambient, cozy, and well furnished. I liked the warm, glowing atmosphere of the restaurant. The server was extremely polite and took our order quite soon. We were starving after a long day but the food came out in around 20ish minutes which wasn't too bad. The serving sizes were quite huge. We didn't expect this much food for two portions. For $34 per plate, the dishes were large and came with a large helping of sides. The fried chicken was extremely crispy and juicy. They originally wanted to serve the food quickly/more fresh so they served a chicken thigh to me after on a second plate. They also forgot my substitution of Mac n cheese for mash potatoes so I got a free helping of mash which was sweet. The pickled cucumber was light and fresh which tasted great with the heavier chicken. The potatoes were a little heavy and I wish came with gravy, but still delicious. I really loved the Mac n cheese and finished that up. The chicken steak was also delicious with the grits but a little too salty. Wish they added the grits to the side for me to dip as it became a little too much at times. It was better to eat it with a side of potatoes to balance the flavor. The broccolini was sautéed perfectly and delicious, could eat a whole plate of those alone. The biscuits weren't bad but tasted better eaten with the potatoes. The food was a little heavy but so so good. We had to take half of the food to our hotel and ate it the next day for dinner as it was way too much food for one meal. Even after microwaving it, the food was just as delicious and flavorful. We spent about $80 but had so much food leftover. An expensive dinner, but everything tasted amazing. Would definitely come back if I had the chance.

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    Charley's Steak House - NY Strip

    Charley's Steak House

    4.1(713 reviews)
    1.2 mi
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    Great place. Third visit and each time gets better than the last. Charley's is a classic steak…read morehouse with impeccable service and food. I enjoyed a Kansas City strip while my companion had the lamb chops and we had some shared sides No complaints. Following dinner, and selecting a nice cigar, we sat outside and enjoyed the weather and some drinks. Great way to end the evening.

    Those who follow my reviews know that I eat out quite a bit and review hundreds of restaurants on…read moremany platforms. So when I say that this steakhouse is among the best meals I've ever eaten I am saying quite a lot. Honestly, I only ate here because I had a gift card, but I will be returning over and over again because meals do not get any better than this. Let me explain. From the moment you walk in your treated with incredible courtesy. Every member of the staff, whether they are waiting at you or just walking by make eye contact and make you feel valued just for being there. The ambience of the restaurant is typical steakhouse, but it is quite elegant as can be seen in the pictures. The tables are set beautifully, but still, I can't get over how good the service is considering the number of people at the restaurant. Other fine restaurants should experience an evening here to learn how to do it right. But at a steakhouse ir comes down to two things. The quality of the steak and how it is prepared. Here is where they excel. Every cut of meat is among the best. Not simply top cuts but carefully selected to be exemplary. And each steak is treated in a way that you would expect something so valuable to be prepared. They are cooked perfectly, but not just temperature. The balance of seasoning adds to, but never overpowers the flavor of the delicious meat that they are serving. We start our meal with the crabcakes, not your typical crabcakes which are heavily into the breading and minimally into the crab. These are wonderful cakes of crab prepared, unique and beautiful way, which was just so tasty that I was thrilled that I had ordered it. They brought over some complementary meatballs, which also were stellar. But the main event was the steak and as previously stated, it was just delicious. Clearly among the best I've ever eaten even a place ranked as the top steakhouses in the world. Clearly, the people that do the rankings didn't drop in here. Because we were celebrating a birthday, they gave us a complementary dessert. Nothing fancy, but we were not going to eat dessert anyway having filled up on a wonderful meal. Perhaps next time. This is the type of place where you are already looking forward to next time as you are even getting ready to walk out the door. Loved it and highly recommend.

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    Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar - Inside dining area

    Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar

    4.1(501 reviews)
    4.6 miDisney World, Horizons West / West Orlando
    $$

    Always up for trying something new and a friend in my party vouched for this place. We were able to…read morecall a few hours in advance and make a reservation for 8 people. Good idea on a Friday night because it certainly was busy. When you step in you feel like you're entering a tasteful log lodge with rustic charm. Voices are a bit noisy inside on a busy night. Could barely hear the background music playing, but able to converse among our table. It got pretty chilly in there as the night progressed. The A/C was cranking in our spot. When our server, Millie, learned it'd be 8 separate checks for our table, we received an eye-roll. However, at the conclusion of our meal I completely understood why. She had to carry over a cumbersome number of POS devices for our individual payments. Millie did provide excellent service, though. She was personable and attentive. As majority first-time guests, she gave us a free chips & dip appetizer. Initially candy bacon had run out, but after expressing our disappointment, Ryan the manager, ensured some materialized. We all loved it! The food does take a while because it's made from scratch, as promised. The presentation and taste are top-notch. Everyone was very pleased, each of us impressed with the level of care we experienced and the delicious cuisine. Vast menu with affordable options available, which is appreciated in this touristy area. Can't wait to return!

    My wife was hungry so we decided to stop at Lazy Dog. I was apprehensive about stopping here…read moreconsidering it's in a very touristy area. The wait staff were extremely friendly and helpful tho. The interior was more creative and nicer than I expected and the restaurant was huge. The burgers here looked really good but I actually had a burger earlier in the day (bummer) so I went with the blackened chicken burrito bowl and my wife went with the grilled cheese and she ordered a few sides. The food that we ordered was decent, but nothing memorable if I'm going to be honest. The rice in my bowl was mushy , a big NO NO. The blacked chicken was flavorful. The grilled cheese tasted good. My wife however didn't like the tomato soup. It was lacking something in the flavor. Not sure we will be back , if we do we may only order burgers. Cheers

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