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    F&D Cantina

    4.0 (225 reviews)
    ModerateMexican, Tex-Mex, Bars
    Open 12:00 pm - 10:30 PM

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    Passion fruit margarita
    Ashley S.

    I visited for dinner tonight and overall enjoyed my experience. The location is a standout, you're steps away from Lake Eola Park and right in Thornton Park, which makes it a great spot to walk around before or after your meal. There's also a nice patio, but I sat inside and the space was beautifully decorated. The staff was welcoming and the service was quick. My favorite part of the menu was definitely the appetizers. The empanadas, Mexican pizza (my first time trying it and it was delicious), and the dip trio with salsa, queso, and guacamole were all outstanding! I would come back just for those. The passionfruit margarita was also good and strong enough where one is enough. The entrée was not my favorite. I ordered the chicken and steak fajitas. The chicken was just okay, and the steak was a bit thicker than I prefer for fajitas, and overall it didn't stand out compared to the appetizers. I noticed they did have happy hour and I would return for the location, the vibe, and to enjoy more appetizers!!!

    Tiffany S.

    Wanted to try something new. Never been a fan of seating near kitchens and bathrooms. The decor is nice,middle bar area and an upstairs seating area plus outdoor. Food & drinks were decent.

    Anna T.

    One of the best happy hours in Orlando. They have a great selection of food and drink options with a pretty great amount of time that you can get happy hour. Food was fantastic and for a great value. The service was fantastic although parking can sometimes be a challenge because it's downtown. We'll definitely be coming back.

    BACON WRAPPED JALAPEÑOS (4)  (3P)
    Danielle P.

    My husband and I recently wandered into F&D for happy hour and I just say the happy hour deals are kind of unrivaled! We both ordered a grande margarita and I did not expect it to be so big but it was delish (I ordered watermelon) we also ordered the bacon wrapped jalapeños and although spicy (duh!) they were so delish! Just require sips of water after each bite! Because I wanted guacamole and the hubs wanted queso we ordered the house trio and definitely a good way to try them both and the salsa! Lastly we both ordered tacos and enjoyed those as well! The service was great and it wasn't too packed! We'll definitely be back!

    Avocado toast - bottomless brunch
    Corrina Q.

    Sunday bottomless brunch here is amazing! There's a 2 hour limit ($25/person) and for only $20 more you can add on bottomless mimosas or sangrias! The portion sizes are absolutely perfect (about tapa size) for a bottomless brunch which really allows you to try everything on the menu without stuffing yourself. My favs were the ceviche, carnitas hash, breakfast empanadas, and dolce de leche pancake. I believe as of now for their Sunday brunch they're only taking reservations for table seating but you can walk in and sit at the bar. We sat at the bar and our bartender made sure my mimosa glass was filled throughout my brunch.

    Chantal S.

    2nd time here at it was even better than last time. They were super busy but we were able to get a table rather quickly. The waiters were sooo accomodating and friendly. They have a decent size menu with something for everyone. I filled up on appetizers and couldn't finish my meal. The portions are plentiful. I really enjoyed my espresso martini but loved the presidente margarita even more. The space is such a vibe. I love the decor! They have indoor and outdoor seating. Nearby parking garage or street parking available. I definitely want to go back for brunch and happy hour.

    Nikki B.

    I've been here a couple times and it's always a fun time. Today I was just in the mood for their margaritas. I ordered the spicy jalapeno, but their guava was my second one (not shown) -- My friend ordered their shrimp and steak fajitas and the meat was very flavorful! And if you want something to munch on, their LG Queso

    Happy Hour Menu
    Yirel M.

    FD Cantina has one of the best happy hours around The margaritas are fresh, and the food deals are seriously hard to beat. The vibe is fun and upbeat without feeling chaotic, making it perfect for unwinding after work or kicking off a night out. Do yourself a favor and order the trio and the taquitos -- guaranteed to make your tummy happy Great service, great energy, and amazing specials... FD Cantina's happy hour definitely delivers every time.

    Chicken Enchilada
    Ashley O.

    $25 bottomless brunch?! Sign me up!! Came with Hubby on a Brunch date. We were pleasantly surprised to find out they offer $25 all you can eat tapas style brunch and $20 bottomless mimosas & sangria. We both did bottomless food AND drinks and had a great time. The taco bar was my hubby's favorite. He loves tacos. The carnitas and barbacoa were our favorites, followed by chicken, then beef. They have lots of toppings for you to choose from. A line starts to build up but they do move pretty fast. The rest was tapas style. We had some big hitters and other plates missed the mark but for the prices you cannot complain. Our favorites were the pork belly and the taco bar. Everything else was good but nothing to rave about. The hot honey sauce that comes on the Fried Chicken & Johnny Cake is very spicy and overpowers the pancake but the chicken was crunchy and tasty. The empanadas were filled to the brim, the garlic sauce that comes with them is delicious. Nachos were good, shrimp was good, grits were okay. I don't recommend this place for big crowds. It is a bit small and gets crowded quickly. Staff were super friendly. We didn't get to try a couple plates that we order but never made it to our table in the 2.5 hours we were there but we didn't hold it against them since it was so packed and the kitchen looks very small. They did keep apologizing and letting us know the kitchen was running behind. They kept bringing us drinks and checking on us which is great. Overall I would give this place 8/10 and would return for the taco bar and bottomless mimosas!!

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    Jeremiah F.

    Every time I come here I absolutely love it. The fajitas are to die for and the margaritas are the best in Downtown Orlando. Their happy hour is absolutely fantastic; it usually goes until about 6:00 p.m.. The service and bartenders are very kind and professional. Love the atmosphere. Options for both inside and outdoor dining.. and on a nice hot Florida day who doesn't love a what are you doing grande watermelon margarita!

    Espresso
    Kimberly K.

    Was short on time but really wanted to try almost everything on their bottomless brunch menu with walkup taco bar and bottomless mimosas Everything was just great. Got almost everything to try and it came out so fast. So tasty, great portions, just the right temperatures. There really wasn't anything I didn't like. Had so much to eat and left happy and full Their mimosas and espresso was pretty darn good too Fun and friendly service and not too busy. Everyone working there were so cheerful and pleasant It's definitely a good deal for all that you can eat and drink

    Isabel M.

    I stopped by with a friend and sat at the bar since we were in the area. We ordered drinks and lunch. The service was okay-- it wasn't too busy, but the bartender seemed a bit unsure about the menu and had to get another bartender to help answer our questions. They were very friendly, though, and once our drinks arrived, they were good! For food, the chimichanga was huge and very tasty, especially with the spicy sauce on top. My go-to, the carne asada tacos, were a bit disappointing--they were slightly dry and had very little of the toppings. The chips and salsa were just okay; I probably wouldn't order them again.

    ENCHILADAS
    Inoel R.

    First time trying them but I know have tried all F&D locations. From Italian, to the theory prime Steak place and now their Mexican style food. I had the lobster and shrimp quesadilla. My wife had sizzling enchiladas and my friends had the steak and sweet plantain quesadilla. The food was amazing and the drinks were on point. Our server was very knowledgeable. The ambiance was great as well love the decor and the location. Will be coming back for sure.

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    Chuy's

    3.9(337 reviews)
    3.7 mi
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    Founded by Mike Young and John Zapp, the original Chuy's opened up in 1982 in an abandoned barbecue…read morerestaurant in Austin, Texas. Now they are 100 restaurants over 19 states. Although a little different in decor, every Chuy's has the hand painted swimming fish, the hubcap ceiling, and the shrine to Elvis which was a fixture of the original store. I had a great first Chuy's experience with my girlfriend Holly in Pembroke Pines. On a recent trip to visit my daughter in Winter Park we passed Chuy's in Lakeside Crossing and remembering how much I liked it, I suggested we dine here for dinner. In addition to the multiple dining rooms, they also have outside patio seating. We were seated in my favorite room, the dog one. If you bring in a picture of your pup you can get a free appetizer so the walls are covered with pictures of people's dogs. This room also worked out best for us because it had two TV's and we could watch the Super Bowl. We started off with their complimentary chips that come with a spicy salsa fresca and a Chuy's signature item, creamy jalapeño dressing. It started out as a dressing and it is now a dip with a following. You can even purchase it to take home with you. Two dips can never be enough so we also ordered the queso that is a beloved menu item for good reason. The menu has a number of Tex-Mex favorites like burritos, tacos, and fajitas. Chuy's is especially known for their large portions. They also make all of their own tortillas and sauces. You can customize how spicy you want your food by pepper choice and sauce. I ordered my favorite steak burrito with double rice, no beans. I replaced the spicy hatch chili sauce with the creamy deluxe tomatillo recommended by our server. It was chef's kiss. My daughter and her boyfriend said they really liked their food too and with the large portion size, ended up having leftovers to take home with them. I love the quirky decor, value, and tasty food. We were in the mood for filling meal with a casual vibe and Chuy's hit the spot.

    I visited here mid afternoon on a Saturday was and seated right away in the bar area. It took us a…read morewhile for our server to make their way to our table and take our order even though the restaurant wasn't very busy. I had my thoughts on the frozen raspberry margarita that I had the time before that was so delicious but unfortunately they did not have that flavor this time. I got the strawberry and lime frozen margaritas swirled together with a sugar rim. The margarita was pretty good. I'd give it 3 out of 5 stars. For an entree, I ordered the chicken flautas. This comes with rice and refried beans. When served, the entree came with 6 flautas which to me seemed like a decent portion. I was very disappointed though because there was barely any meat inside each one and I swear there was no cheese. Which cheese makes the dish. They were extremely dry and I only ate like 2. The rice and beans made up for the dish. I appreciate the salsa and chips that get brought out to each table.

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    GUACAMOLE - Fresh avocados & Salsa Fresca, all mashed up.

    Chuy's - PANCHOS - Tostada chips, refried beans, cheese and your choice of fajita chicken, fajita beef or seasoned ground beef.

    PANCHOS - Tostada chips, refried beans, cheese and your choice of fajita chicken, fajita beef or seasoned ground beef.

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    Chuy's

    4.0(867 reviews)
    8.9 miInternational Drive / I-Drive
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    Great all around. Our waiter (Sid) was excellent, food was too, and it came out quickly…read more The people working there seem to take pride in their work, which shows in how the restaurant operates.

    Chain restaurant mixed into the attractions along International Boulevard. Decently decorated with…read moresome good 80's music playing. Service was good and reasonably priced. The pros are the sauces. Chips come with a creamy tomatillo sauce that is amazing. Honestly, this sauce is the reason I know this restaurant. There is also a salsa with the right amount of kick to it. Even the creamy green chili sauce was a hit. The sauces are what makes it for me here. But there are cons. The menu is very limited both in options and in proteins. Most items come either chicken or ground beef. That's Taco Bell options! The menu is simply a two sided laminated sheet. The chicken enchilada I had was made good by the sauce. The chicken was bland. The rellano I had seemed over cooked and lacking in cheese. Again, I was scraping sauce to add to the rellano. Honestly, I would recommend for sitting at the bar and eating chips and dips and drinking margaritas more so than for a great Mexican meal.

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    Chuy's - GUACAMOLE - Fresh avocados & Salsa Fresca, all mashed up.

    GUACAMOLE - Fresh avocados & Salsa Fresca, all mashed up.

    Chuy's - PANCHOS - Tostada chips, refried beans, cheese and your choice of fajita chicken, fajita beef or seasoned ground beef.

    PANCHOS - Tostada chips, refried beans, cheese and your choice of fajita chicken, fajita beef or seasoned ground beef.

    Chuy's - QUESADILLAS  - Flour tortillas stuffed with cheese, green chiles & onion. Served with guacamole, sour cream & tomatoes.

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    QUESADILLAS - Flour tortillas stuffed with cheese, green chiles & onion. Served with guacamole, sour cream & tomatoes.

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    I've really been trying to visit new places rather than go back to places I've already been, but…read morewhen you want authentic Mexican food at reasonable prices, I have to break my rule and come back. I've now been three times and they're always busy and better for take out if you live nearby because sometimes waiting for the tables to turn can take a bit because they're so popular and it's such a small dining area (6 booths). But if you're patient, it's worth it. Everything I've tried I like.

    What a cute little hole-in-the-wall spot I found. Highly recommend! On Cinco De Mayo, I went to go…read morevisit my favorite Mexican restaurant and unfortunately, not to my surprise, it was an 90 minute ish wait for 2 of us. Unfortunately, as much as I love the food there and the ambience, especially on Cinco de Mayo, I was starving! I remembered around the corner there was a restaurant that had been recommended in the past, but I never got the chance to check out. Being that I was in the area, I figured let's give this spot a try. Lo and behold, El Pueblo was only six minutes down the road! There was a 20 minute wait, but I was greeted kindly by the staff, and when I walked in you could tell this place was super authentic. The decor was super vibrant and music was bumping. They do not have alcohol, but they have coronas and a margarita type glass premixed for purchase. That held us over for the time being. The chips and salsa were phenomenal. The salsa had some type of sweet pepper flavor to it and you could tell it was homemade. My friend got three tacos with rice and beans and I got the flautas you were able to choose your own meat, which was really cool no extra charge. Sometimes back up plans can end up being the best finds. Definitely will be back!!!!

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    Uncle Julio's

    Uncle Julio's

    3.6(1.1k reviews)
    9.2 miInternational Drive / I-Drive
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    Uncle Julio's is located right off International Drive in ICON Park, and it's a great spot if…read moreyou're already in that area. The restaurant itself is very nice inside clean, well designed, and has a welcoming atmosphere. There's also a parking garage nearby, which makes it convenient. When we arrived, it wasn't too busy, and it took our server about 4 minutes to greet us. Once she did, she was incredibly friendly and accommodating, especially since I have a shellfish allergy. That definitely stood out and made me feel comfortable dining there. They start you off with complimentary chips and dips, which were amazing and a great way to kick off the meal. For my main, I ordered the chipotle queso enchiladas along with the Perfect Paloma. The drink lived up to its name it was refreshing, flavorful, and honestly one of the highlights of the meal. We also tried the supreme nachos, which were good overall, but the beans were a bit overpowering compared to the other toppings. As the restaurant started to get busier, things did slow down a bit, and the food took longer than expected because they were backed up. That said, our server continued to check in on us and kept a great attitude the entire time. When the enchiladas finally came out, they did not disappoint. The chipotle queso enchiladas were absolutely delicious full of flavor and definitely something I'd order again. The only downside was the rice, which was a little hard and not as enjoyable as the rest of the plate. Overall, Uncle Julio's offers a great dining experience with excellent service, a clean environment, and some really standout menu items. A few small issues with timing and sides, but nothing that ruined the experience. Rating: 4/5

    Unfortunately missed the mark on our visit…read more First off, we were enticed by their advertisement for half price cocktails. We went in during Happy Hour expecting to sip a drink while we waited for food. Despite advertising Half Off Cocktails, when the server finally arrived we were informed that it only applied to about six margaritas on their menu, not 'cocktails' as advertised. We didn't complain to the server, as we assumed it wasn't his policy. Disappointing and misleading. We did end up ordering a variety of margaritas, which were disappointing to our crew for various reasons. Mine was acceptable but not exciting, though. I got the swirl with sangria. We checked in online and got the free 'guac'. I wish I'd snapped a photo, as it arrived without an attempt at presentation, just two scoops of mushed avocado on a plate. It needed more seasoning, which was unfortunate because there was no salt at our high top table. Nachos were decent, but soggy. I asked for extra jalapenos, which I did receive and they gave my plate more flavor. Service was fine. I felt bad that our server was both tending bar and taking orders as happy hour seemed to be a busier time for him. Overall, my experience was ho hum but my table partners were disappointed in the food, drinks, and experience. Hopefully yours is better than ours!

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