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    Helena Modern Riviera

    3.4 (341 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
    Updated 1 week ago

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    Hope M.

    Atmosphere is lovely and bustling, although like others said it is quite loud. The food in my opinion was extremely mid for the price, and I was especially disappointed by the featured Mangoni pizza. I've been to the physical location in Winter Garden which was wonderful, but the rendition here fell flat with very little toppings. The meat in my egg and brisket dish felt quite dry, and would've been more filling if it had some toast or something along with the salad. You can't go wrong with the endless mimosas though if you're feeling it! Service was also a bit slow but friendly Fun to stop by and enjoy the ambience but I'd rather get brunch elsewhere

    Erika M.

    This place was everything they advertised and more! The food was absolutely amazing!! We ordered the brunch tray and honestly, it was so much food that we had to take some home. Definitely worth it and perfect for sharing. My in-laws had the avocado toast and the omelette, and the portion sizes were really big and good too. The service was great from start to finish, and the ambiance was incredible. The decoration of the place was beautiful and gave such a welcoming, stylish vibe that made the whole experience even better. Ohhh and I forgot to mention the dancer/entertainment. Definitely a spot we'll be coming back to!

    The Butterfly burger with truffle fries.
    Milagros O.

    How does party vibes, amazing cocktails, incredible food, and top-notch service sound? That's exactly what you'll find at Helena Modern Riviera. It's the perfect spot to celebrate any occasion. The Lemon Drop Martini is a must--be sure to try the edible buzz button flower that comes with it. It's a very interesting and fun experience. The Spritz is also a great choice. Start your meal with the Mushrooms Sicilian Arancini served with their homemade aioli--absolutely delicious. For your main course, you can't go wrong with the prime skirt steak. Their homemade chimichurri is out of this world, and it pairs perfectly with Monaco rice and seasonal veggies. Also, try their take on an American classic: "The Butterfly Burger" with truffle fries. It would not disappoint.

    Jay B.

    First, let me say this is probably one of the most beautiful restaurants I've been in for a long time. It's quite stunning. The hostess told me that they actually change the hanging decor for the different seasons. So for instance, right now it's spring so there's flowers and plants everywhere. Christmas will be Christmas decorations and so forth. The food is delicious and high-quality. The staff is really nice. And just what a beautiful backdrop for any photo you want to do for social media. I recommend coming to this place. We will definitely be back to try out more of the menu. They had a lot of seafood and entrée options that I did not get a chance to try.

    Truffle fries & Mocktail
    Monica C.

    Two words: Truffle Fries!!! Oh my gosh, absolutely delicious food. My girlfriends and I went for brunch and decided to just mix and match our orders and try everything (I believe we did the experience correctly). Their themes are adorable and well executed, there was great music and it was a very fun/high energy brunch. The service was great, never an empty glass, and we'd asked for all of our plates to be brought out hot/tapas sharing style instead of as one bit meal and our sever 10/10 delivered.

    Italian Daydream but with a lavender sprig
    Elle S.

    WOW! One of the best dining out experiences I've had in a long time. The arancini was yummy and we loved the house aioli (I hate mushrooms but got talked into trying these and they were still so yummy!) The potato appetizer bites were my favorite, so cheesy and perfect dipped in the marinara. I got the Pistachio Pesto Gnocchi for an entree and it was the perfect portion, perfect blend of creaminess without being too rich. I tried my friend's broccoli Rabe and it was so giant, tender, and delicious dipped in the pesto sauce - wish the gnocchi dish came with some! This was one of the BEST lavender cocktails I've had, and I've been trying a lot lately. The Italian Daydream truly is a *dream* and came with a pretty lavender sprig the 2nd time I ordered it. It has a frothy top layer and is slightly sweet without being too cloying, a little fruity, a little herbal, but truly an even blend of all components. I tried my friend's Lemon Drop cocktail and the sugar rim was a nice touch, it was an amazing creamy sweet mixture but again not over the top. Our server was so friendly and recommended a great "mystery app" for my table when we couldn't decide. We did have to ask a few times for water refills, but it was a busy gorgeous night. We enjoyed the outer patio area, and it wasn't too cold or too loud. The occasional pass by of the little train was a whimsical touch, and the decor was modern and trendy (the car is a great photo op on the way in!) I truly loved everything I tried, and I haven't said that about many places in a while. It's a small but mighty menu, and even this picky vegetarian was able to find lots to love and enjoy. Highly recommend! (And the view of the ferris wheel in the background adds a bit of a magical touch to the overall feel)

    Carmel Latte
    Rita T.

    The service was excellent. We had the brunch board for two, which is fabulous! It comes with four eggs to order. There aren't too many other brunch items besides the brunch board. We had a carmel latte, coffee, and a couple of cocktails. The cocktails are beautiful and delicious. They had a DJ and strobe lights. The strobe lights were blinding us. There was a fairy you could take a picture with too. If you prefer an angel wings picture, they have that by the bathrooms. There are many tourists at this location.

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    Lexi Q.

    The three stars are for the environment. I ate here at Christmas time but have glanced in many other times while visiting icon park and the decor is always gorgeous. It was a fun choice for my friend's birthday! The service was disappointing. The waiter did not come by often and many of us had empty water glasses for quite awhile. One of my friends ordered an appetizer as her entree and it was extremely generous! I ordered the prime skirt steak and found it to be very bland. More importantly, it was undercooked (I ordered medium). Several others were disappointed in the taste of their meals also. One friend also sent back her drink. I would try again, for the ambiance, and hope I visited on an off night. My expectations however would be tempered.

    Ribeye for 2.
    Courtney C.

    We came to celebrate a birthday. There was about 8 of us. Although the ambiance was a vibe, everything else was not. The majority of the table ordered either a skirt steak or a ribeye, while we split a ribeye for 2. By the time our ribeye was even heading to the table, everyone else in our group had finished their subpar dishes. Several dishes came out with the wrong sides or the wrong temp, including the ribeye for two. We asked to sub rice which the server agreed, which we did not receive either. At this point, we decided we no longer were interested in the ribeye. They did pack it up for us to take to-go but as you can see, even down to the aligots (fried cheese balls) one is completely missing the cheese. It was a let down of an experience; due to the lack of consistency and attention to detail

    A chicken and waffle platter with various pastries
    Jose G.

    Helena Modern Riviera at Icon Park. Went with the family for some brunch. I was impressed with the decor, atmosphere and ambiance of this restaurant. It is a restaurant with an outstanding experience. The service was great. However, I was only discouraged with the server, because I felt she was not being truthful with the size of the plates. It felt as if she was upselling by saying the plates were small. The plates were large in size, so we had leftovers. Nonetheless, all the various food options we had, were very tasteful. The family and I were happy with decision to go eat there for brunch. I highly recommend and just be aware that the plates are not small. Depends on the plate or plater, it can feed two or three people.

    Santina R.

    Ceviche and hummus were really good, they definitely filled me up and they didn't weigh too heavy on my stomach afterwards. Service was great and the ambiance was relaxing. The whole setting was gorgeous.

    Main dining area
    Sherry T.

    It was a beautiful restaurant with gorgeous decor. The service was great and the food was delicious. The only complaint was the music was waaaaay too loud. It made it hard to talk to even the people sitting next to me. I understand if it's late at night and they want to create a kind of party vibe. But this was early in the evening, around 6pm. It didn't need to be that loud. They were vey accommodating for our other party (there were 10 of us). And the food was delicious, esp the octopus and the salmon and the lamb shank. It was also a little pricier than we expected but given the setting and ghe quality of food, we didn't mind as much. Also the cocktails were absolutely delicious!

    Reshonda S.

    Beautiful restaurant; average experience. I went to Helena with friends for brunch. It was crowded, but the waiter was attentive and friendly. For brunch, we had to get up and refill our own glass every time we wanted another mimosa. I was not a fan of this. It's great to not have to wait, but I'm paying gratuity and had to continuously walk through the restaurant. I ordered the hummus and brisket plate. The food was okay; the brisket was overcooked, and hash browns and eggs were standard. The hummus was better than the meal, but nothing stood out for the prices paid. Again, beautiful place to go and take pictures at, but it's not a place I'd return to. However, id recommend someone to maybe try it for dinner. Maybe it'll be better around that time.

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    I absolutely loved my experience at The Whiskey. I sat at the bar, and the bar tender was very…read morehelpful and attentive. From the moment we walked in, he made sure to ask us questions and give recommendations because it was our first time. He let us know that these were the best burgers in Orlando, and he wasn't lying. The food, although a little pricey, was absolutely amazing. I ordered the Bangin' Shrimp as an appetizer, which blew me away. The shrimp had a tempura fry to it, giving it a perfectly crispy crunch. The sauces that were drizzled on top helped to amplify the flavor of the dish. For my main course, I ordered the Shroom N Swiss burger. I love how thick and juicy the burger patties are. It's hard to find a good burger place that has thick patties, and The Whiskey delivers that meat. Another thing that blew me away was the mushroom that came on top. Usually, mushroom burgers have little slices of mushrooms, but this burger had a big fat slice of mushroom on top. And it tasted so good. This is a perfect atmosphere to come in, grab a couple drinks, eat good food, and maybe even catch a sports game or live music. Only thing I will say is that it may be a little loud for some, making it hard to hear conversations. But if you love a loud atmosphere, then this place is perfect!

    I went Friday night at about 8pm and was able to find seating at the bar instantly. I ordered a…read moredrink called the Black Apple and it was delicious and decently sized. You can tell there was fresh fruit in it by the blackberry pieces in the drink. For my entree, I ordered The Royal and this was actually one of the best burgers I've had in my life. It was so juicy and flavorful, everything in the burger worked together. The house fries were crispy and tasty. The service itself was excellent and food and drinks came out quickly. Loved the vibes too. Next time I go will definitely be to catch the live music. I've already recommended this place to friends.

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    1.5 mi

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    Photo of the bar and seating area.
    Ginger chicken
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    4.3
    (38 reviews)
    2.4 mi
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    Another great experience at the Velvet Bar. Stopped in for drinks before heading to Halloween…read moreHorror Nights. Whitney was a great server, giving our group guidance based on preferences, and gave just the right amount of attention while we were there. The cocktails were tasty. The inside is cozy with seating at the bar, tables or couches and chairs. They seem to always play good music too!

    I stayed at The Hard Rock for 4 nights to celebrate my birthday in June, and Anthony, the…read morebartender, truly made the trip unforgettable. From the first night, he was welcoming, fun to talk to, and mixed some of the best cocktails I've had. He not only remembered my favorite drinks but also recommended a few new ones that quickly became favorites. What stood out even more was how much he cared about making the experience special. Anthony gave me great food recommendations around the resort, and on the night of my birthday he surprised me by sending an assortment of snacks up to my room. It was such a thoughtful touch that made me feel celebrated and really added to the whole trip. Anthony goes above and beyond--great drinks, great conversation, and genuinely top-notch service. If you're at The Hard Rock, or enjoying the universal parks or resort, do yourself a favor and spend some time at the bar with him. He was there the last time we stayed there for my birthday as well. He's the best.

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    Front entrance of hard rock
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    Velvet Bar

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