Amazing from food to service! I loved everything I ordered, just wow! I never tried Filipino food before and glad I did! read more

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Easily becoming one of my favorite places in the world, Kaya is authentic and grounded in their Filipino roots. Their rotating menu and thoughtful layout make the home Kaya used to be still feel like one. What impressed me the most is their emphasis on sourcing local products, and that goes beyond the food. Even the plates come from local ceramic artists. If you're hesitating at all about trying something new Magical Dining is your screaming sign to come try. Best come with friends so you can try everything! read more

Kaya - - Lumpia - Fresh Catch - Filipino Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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Kaya Magical Dining - $40 This is a CAN'T MISS - we saved $50 by doing magical dining and LOVED everything. It was orgasmic from start to finish. It's the only way I can describe this experience. Kaya is located off Colonial in an unassuming neighborhood by an elementary school and near a post office. There are a few parking spots in their lot but mostly street parking. We have never had an issue finding parking. The vibe is eclectic casual. You can absolutely come as you are - dress down or dress up, your choice. This is a farm to table / garden to plate or glass meal. They even grow their own flowers and herbs to make their cocktails and mocktails too. Best mocktails in Orlando hands down. The cocktails are incredibly unique and the bartenders are crazy talented. Appetizers: both were outstanding and we would order again likely every time we go. Try the spring rolls dipped in the sweet tuna sauce. Life changing! *Tuna Kinilaw - Hawaiian Big Eye tuna ceviche - they give you homemade shrimp chips but only two. You will need 6. *Lumpiang Shanghai spring rolls - dipping sauce has a kick. Main Dishes: These were excellent as well. Adobo Risotto - koshihikari rice, fungi jon mushrooms, vinegar, soy sauce, coconut milk The Risotto had a lovely vinegar and soy sauce taste and they have both crispy fried and grilled mushrooms. This is heavy so it will fill you up. Crab Fat Shrimp + Laing - Cape Canaveral white shrimp, frog song greens, coconut cream, bagoong, pickled jalapeño, garlic rice This one is spicy so remove the jalapeño if you don't like it too spicy. It still has quite a kick but the rice evens it out. It's basically 3 head-on shrimp and some vegetable garnish. More of an appetizer portion. It does come with a scoop of rice which we loved. Great to share these. Dessert: Kalamansi-Misu lady finger cake, kalamansi cremeux, toasted meringue, pinipig crunch, matcha This has a surprise around every corner. Loved it and would order again. Halo Halo Flan ube flan, pandan meringue kisses, horchata granita, ube marshmallow, coconut sago, cornflake crunch, jackfruit, blueberry peach jellies This one was also very good but quite unusual. It's like an ice milk treat with lots of toppings that you mix all together Drinks: For the love of everything holy, get their cocktails and/or mocktails. It's like nothing you have ever tried. They will even make you something very custom. It's super fun. They also have a 'magical' white wine that looked spectacular. They have a superb wine and spirits list, even non-alcoholic spirits! Servers / Service: The staff there is so friendly and you can tell they love working there. They work so well together especially in a small space. They know the history of the cuisine, where it originated from, where they source all of their items and can answer any question. GM Jami was a gem throughout our experience. Tips: It's a VERY small place with 7 tables and a small bar of about 10 seats so you either have to get on a wait list on Resy and hope you are called on a moment's notice or book out ahead of time. We have on many occasions showed up for drinks and had no issue finding a bar spot indoor or outdoors. They have all night happy hour Tuesday-Thursday! I attached the menu. -- at Kaya - Orlando. read more

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The food was delicious!! The servers were very friendly and enthusiastic :) the Filipino rigatoni was good! It's sweet because of the banana ketchup, which isn't my preference so I probably wouldn't get it again. The mussels themselves were nothing special to me but the bread was amazing!!! I would order that bread alone! The oxtail kare kare was nice and tender. The peanut sauce is not my favorite but I still enjoyed. The dessert was incredible! I would definitely get it again. It's pretty sweet but all those textures together is so good!!! I loved the pandan milk read more

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This is a difficult review because I liked this restaurant but my husband not so much. I tasted his catch of the day, and the fish was fresh and not overcooked but he did not like something in the sauce. I got the $$68 wagyu, which was seared perfectly, tender and seared perfectly. The sauces were outstanding. We enjoyed the garlic rice and the lumpia. But the Philippine Caesar was served when we had no wine and my husband had no water. Not in a hurry, we delayed eating to allow time for service, but right after my first bite, they served the entrees. We had no time to eat the salad. What little I tasted was good but since it was shredded kale it didn't much resemble Romaine. Empty water and wine glasses plus rushed service contributed to my rating. I will say, when I called them to say we were delayed at the airport they very graciously moved out our reservation by 30 minutes. My husband has had Philippine food previously so I'm not sure what the issue was. Update: he clarified that the kale, present in both the fish and salad, was bitter. We've both had kale on many occasions so I'm not sure why. The peanut sauce with the fish was awesome. For ambiance, I attach a video. read more

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I initially booked for 9pm, but quickly realized that I couldn't make that time and so I cancelled my reservation. The hostess Kat noticed there was 7pm cancellation and contacted me. I thought it was the nicest thing ever. I love the ambiance of this place and the service is incredible. Our server Alan did not miss on any of his recommendations. This is quickly becoming one of my favorite resturants in Orlando read more

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Not a lot of Filipino food in town and this place is a must. We came here during the Filipino freedom festival and they had a special menu. Started with the lumpia which is always a fan favorite and tasted like they just rolled them fresh. The risotto was rich and topped with fried mushrooms which were delicious. From the food to the ambiance and hospitality you can tell this is Michelin recommended. We will definitely return for a full meal. The staff is so welcoming we sat at the bar and it was so nice to be able to see into the small kitchen. It really feels like you're at a friends home and you can tell they take great care. read more

Kaya - Menu - Filipino Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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I genuinely don't know what took me so long to get to Kaya, but this was one of the best meals I've had in Orlando. We started with the lumpiang and the Filipino Caesar, which is an elite crunchy/fresh combo. Then came the crusted fresh catch, and wow. Perfectly crunchy, creamy rich sauce that feels like a warm hug, and fragrant rice that deserved just as much attention as the fish. I could've easily ordered another plate and called it a night. We sat outside, and it just so happened to be karaoke night (Wednesday's) which somehow made the whole experience even better. A total vibe. Fun, lively, but still relaxed. Orlando is lucky to have a place like this. read more

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We visited Kaya on a Friday for dinner. Although parking was limited, we managed to find a spot. Upon entering, we were greeted by the outdoor seating area, which already had guests enjoying their meals. Inside, there was a bar and several tables. We had made a reservation for indoor dining and were promptly seated. Since it was Lent, we ordered their seafood options. We started with the Madai Kinilaw, which was by far the highlight of the meal, it was absolutely delicious! Next, we tried the Brussels Sprouts Binagoongan. While I prefer my veggies half cooked, I felt that the Brussels sprouts could have been cooked longer so that the bagoong could blend in better. It was just okay. Our next favorite dish was the Seafood Bringhe. This is a staple in my hometown during fiesta, and Kaya's version was even better, it was full of flavor. Lastly, we had the Palabok. While I enjoyed it, it felt like it was missing something, a calamansi or lemon. I only realized this after we finished. Overall, it was a great experience although the portions were a bit on the smaller side. Kaya offers a fresh take on Filipino cuisine, so don't expect your usual Lola's cooking, but definitely expect a flavorful fusion of traditional dishes. read more

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Came to Kaya for my son's 27th Birthday and we had a wonderful dining experience. The service and food were amazing!!! We had to wait a while to get seated, but it was worth the wait. Every dish we had was delicious and very well presented. The restaurant is not big, but has a nice cozy feel to it and service was impeccable. We started off with the Lumpiang Shanghai which was fried perfectly (love me some Lumpiangs), the Ninangs Filipino Spaghetti was very tasty, Adobo Risotto was a hidden gem and the Bicol Express Mussels was a favorite at the table. Since it was late at night a few dishes we wanted to try were unavailable, however, this is more of a reason to return . If you're in the area, I highly recommend this great restaurant. read more

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We went here to celebrate my mother's birthday. We had a large group so we were able to try a lot of dishes that they offered. The place was cozy and intimate. The waiter was nice and friendly. The food was great from the appetizer to the mains and of course the dessert. All the dishes were delicious. But my favorites were the dinuguan, kare kare and the halo halo dessert. I'll definitely come back here soon. read more

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Everything was amazing it's hard to pick a standout dish. I loved the dine in area so much. It felt like going over to your friend's house, but their parents are chefs and they're going to take care of you. Every detail was thoughtful, down to the well crafted plates and cups. The open kitchen was such a nice touch, and the hospitality from the staff and chefs made it all feel so warm and intentional. You could tell everything was made with extreme care, but nothing felt overdone or like it was trying too hard. Just really good flavors, and a deep knowledge of how to prepare fish and meat. read more

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Great Michelin Green Star Restaurant!! Wonderful, unique experience. That's both as a Filipino restaurant and as excellent date night or special occasion! Ambiance is a laid back tapa style sharing experience in full view of the kitchen. They also have bar seating and a small outdoor patio.Area with plenty of shade. Service is a super friendly down to earth, but always professional staff who make specific recommendations and glowing descriptions of the menu We had so many wonderful things.I do not think I can do them justice, but I will try. Of note Is their farm to table approach using local seasonal items, what's the menu specifying which farm certain items were from. Sometimes food was actually picked by the Restaurant staff at local farms. - $15 mulberry cocktail what's super fantastic and unique. We tried two different $8 mocktails that were likewise refreshing and fantastic The braised boneless oxtail was the definite highlight and it is pictured below. Not sure how they got the meat off the oxtail. Insert it as a rectangle, but a definite must try. This entree was specifically called out in the michelin review. The braised carrots and rosoto were succulent in every way. The lumping (lumpia?) was large portioned and came with a super excellent sauce. For dessert, we had a blueberry cornbread babinka with corn ice cream. it sounds weird that the corn ice cream was killing it! The other dessert we tried was this absolutely fantabulous cookie with a cashew cream filling. It was light and crunchy and just a hint of sweetness, that was the quintessential end of the evening. Overall a super enjoyable experience. We were able to book reservations the same night we made them but plan ahead. We booked the bar but they offered us a table they has just become available. read more

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I must be losing my touch. I forgot to take pictures. LOL! The place was nice and quaint. The main restaurant was small. But, they did have outdoor seating with heaters. They also had karaoke, which was fun. They had a raffle for two tickets to Lea Salonga's concert in Orlando. To enter, you just go up and sing a Lea Salonga song. Our group won 6 tickets. The staff was very friendly and went out of their way to help us out. We pre-ordered our food before we came over because we knew the wait was going to be long. Unfortunately, two dishes were missed. But, they did make them, though they came late. The food, in itself, was great. This is not your typical or traditional Filipino food. But, I do believe purists will appreciate the twists they present. They didn't hold back on the flavors. IMHO, they elevated them. I had the pork belly humba, which is like a cross between adobo and pata tim. Very tender and tasty. Their take on kare-kare didn't have the meats and the veggies soaking in the peanut sauce. It was just enough for the whole dish to come together. Also, they didn't use peanut butter. You can actually tell they used real peanuts instead. The adobo mushroom risotto was to die for. It was really an explosion of flavors in your mouth. Do check them out. They are definitely worth the trip. read more

Oh the food - oh man, the dishes I got were so good. I was way way overdressed I heard Michelin rating and thought it was really fancy. But it's it's a chill atmosphere. This place is not cheap at all. But our server MJ was great. I loved the spring rolls, the wagyu steak and the oxtail Kare kare. All of it was amazing , not the best I've never had but really good. Again- this wasn't the best food but I had super high expectations. Next time I want to try the pre set menu with the chefs table :) read more

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Josh & Daniel are amazing servers & they all work as a team. The food is fresh & amazing. Definitely will be back! read more

Kaya - Ceviche - Filipino Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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We went here for magical dining for the first time and Kaya lived up to the hype. The food and mocktails were delicious and we loved how cosy the restaurant is. I feel like the service was a little slow but I'm not sure if that is more of a fine dining thing but everyone was super nice. read more

Kaya - Filipino Near Me - Orlando, Florida

I can't say enough amazing things about this restaurant and their team. Chef Lo and Jami are goated biz owners and there's no debate. As a Filipino, I am so proud of this restaurant and all of the love they're getting from locals and by national media/publications. Filipino cuisine is having a huge moment right now and the love and attention dishes like pork sisig, pancit, and lumpia are getting would make my mom proud. I've been able to experience the chef's tasting (Sama Sama) and a la carte menus and both are stellar. The chef's tasting is great for a special occasion when you're ready to ball out (still affordable compared to other tasting menus) and the a la carte menu is great for everyday enjoyment. Some a la carte favorites are Kinilaw (Filipino ceviche) and Lumpia (egg rolls) for starters, pancit, garlic rice (a must), risotto, pork belly and Kare Kare (oxtail) are excellent options for mains. I don't usually do dessert because my wife and I would usually get a cocktail or two . Speaking of cocktails, some of my favorites are the "Alleged Negroni" and "Ube That's Good." The wine program is ran by the amazing Heather from Golden Hour and is designed to complement the Kaya dishes beautifully. Consult your bartender/waiter and you'll be in good hands. The chef's menu rotates regularly but you'll usually get the Kinilaw, garlic rice, some kind of fish/beef/pork and seasonal veggies, then you get to finish with a small trio of sweets that usually incorporates ice cream from another local Filipino favorite Sampaguita. I always leave happy and stuffed after this experience. The chef and his team are all top notch hosts and the hospitality is always 5 stars. I can't get enough of Kaya and hope you enjoy them too. Definitely add them to your weekly dinner rotation, you won't regret it! read more

A five-star experience to start off Magical Dining month! Once again, I forgot to check in on Yelp as I was too excited to try this place out based on feedback on Yelp and from my friends. I made a reservation and two of my friends came in from Cape Canaveral on Saturday to dine here. They remember the place previously as the Dandelion Cafe, and once we got there, they could tell a major renovation took place in establishing the Michelin Green Star restaurant called Kaya. It is a small restaurant, but lively and nicely remodeled. As other reviewers pointed out, it has a very family-oriented vibe with an extremely welcoming environment. The hostess greeted us warmly and showed us to our seats. I'm so glad I reserved bar seats because the two bartenders that served us contributed immensely to this five-star rating. Daniel and Renate were fun, engaging and on top of everything from start to finish. (I highly recommend bar seats to get a truly excellent experience if this is your first time coming to Kaya.) Daniel made sure our waters were always filled and brought me a glass of ice cubes after my first request and had it filled a second time without me even asking. Renate explained various drinks she prepared, the use of various bitters to enhance a cocktail and their Old Forester bourbon infusion process (ask about it!) She kept us entertained and laughing throughout our meal. She was a total gem! We selected various items off the Magical Dining menu. If an item was no longer available (our reservation was for 8:45pm), she had substitutions available from the regular menu. We chose the following items. Starters - Lumpiang Shanghai (pork and chicken spring rolls with sweet chili sauce; excellent with the sauce having a nice kick) and Scallop Crudo (a substitution, consisting of kalamansi leche de tigre, pear, cucumber and orange. The presentation was beautiful and was matched by the flavor of this item.) Entree - we all three selected a substitution as our initial selections were not available. We received the Fresh Catch, which was Tilefish, a meaty fish in a heavenly coconut crusted coating. It was extremely tasty and filling! A bowl of delicious rice also accompanied this selection. Dessert - we tried all three desserts on the Magical Dining menu. The Corn Cassava Brulee (with caramel and mango), the Halo Halo Flan (which had various items separately presented in a bowl, which you mixed together to make something like an ice cream treat) and the Kalamansi-Misu (a lady finger cake described as a white tiramisu). All were good, but the Kalamansi-Misu with its delicate white lady finger cake, toasted meringue and matcha was the hit of the selections. Kaya also has a Happy Hour drink menu all night Tuesday-Thursday and 9-10pm Friday and Saturday. We definitely took advantage of that and had several delicious rum daiquiris!! A final shout out to the Manager and part owner, Jamie. She came by to explain the dishes, the spices and sauces, Filipino culture and cuisine and to answer any questions. She can talk (LOL!- but in a good way!) as she makes you welcome as if you are family and entering her home. She is the cherry on top of the five-star rating! Jamie, congratulations on running an outstanding establishment and thank you for inviting us into your world. What also impressed the three of us was the price of the meal. The Magical Dining price was only $40 but could easily have been $60. What a great bargain to try out this place for the first time if you are interested in experiencing a culinary masterpiece of Filipino food. Magical Dining lasts through September 30 so here's your chance to experience the magic! Reservations are HIGHLY recommended, and bar seating is the bomb! Enjoy!! read more

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What a great modern take on Filipino food! Everything was cooked well, seasoned and balanced perfectly, and had a variety of textures to keep every bite interesting. Some highlights included: the risotto - super creamy and cooked perfectly, sisig- crunchy and salty, and the calamansi pie, which was reminiscent of key lime pie but with a bright calamansi twist. Service was swift and kind. Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed myself and would return. Highly recommend! read more

Kaya - Filipino Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Interesting Filipino modern cuisine. We decided to try the a la carte today. - Lumpiang Shanghai : this might be the most underwhelming dish among all, tasted like a regular spring roll from a fast food Chinese spot. - Filipino Caesar Salad : very good! Love a variation of Caesar salad that has a south east asian flavor kick and texture. - Sweet Baby Carrots : rec by waitress, flavor was not bad but carrots seemed to be overcooked, very soft. - Pancit Palabok : Fried mungbean noodle over shrimp in shrimp bisque. It was very good, creamy bisque mixed with crunchy noodle. As long as don't think about all the noodles are deep fried ... Oops - Fresh Catch Sinigang : it was Tilefish! deep fried tile fish fillet with creamed sauce over. Delicious with balanced flavor and crunchy texture from the fry. - Filipino Spaghetti : I'm not a fan but it was as described. - Oxtail Kare Kare : interesting dish. Peanut sauce as the main flavor very tasty also perfect with rice. The vege that came with it were the same from Sweet Baby Carrots appetizer we ordered, wish it was something else. Or we would have order other appetizer instead of repeating the same food item. - Garlic Rice : love the rice, it was definitely drizzled in oil to give the delicate texture. - Sundae : with chocolate and peanut, very good. Guilty pleasure. read more

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We finally got a chance to try this highly awarded restaurant in Mills 50 area. It did not disappoint. You'll want to make reservations or be there promptly at open as we were. The inside dining room has about 7 tables and the bar so it filled up almost immediately on a Tuesday evening. There is a patio outside which should be a nice option in the Fall and Winter days that are moderate. The Ube cocktail was excellent in taste, although it came half filled. That was literally the only snafu, and we didn't know it was a snafu until we saw two full glasses of the same elixir served to the next table. They handled that very well, I'll explain how in a moment. Turns out I only had room for one beer but it was a pleasantly strong lager, Red Horse, brewed by San Miguel. Had I not overeaten, I would have as my second beer, Redlight Redlight's Krude Kolsch, an excellent local craft beer. Our first course was the Kale Filipino Cesar salad. It was something you should order every visit. It was tossed in a light citrus with a hint of egg, drizzled with a tangy aioli and tossed with crispy Filipino bread crumbs. Small, diced sweet and sour kalamansi fruit gave it the perfect balance. The kale, like a lot of the ingredients, was locally sourced, this from Frog Song Organics in Hawthorne, FL. (Yes, it was so good I looked them up). The Adobo Risotto with mushrooms from Fungi Jon - another local hero - was phenomenal. Our Crab Fat Shrimp Liang was the third all-star; three whole prawns on a bed of creamy coconut sauce with corn, kale, and jalapeño rings. We also learned what bagoong is, the fermented krill paste used in small amounts to give a richer seafood flavor to the prawns and sauce. The garlic rice side we ordered extended the great flavors of this dish. The Bolognese Spaghetti with cubed Spam was tasty, savory and sweet. It was the only dish I might not repeat because there are so many Filipino must-try dishes like the Oxtail and the Pork Belly and the Lumpiang Crispy taquito-like appetizer. Last, the hospitality was top notch; none of the surly high end server attitude you sometimes find. Our server took off that half-full, half-empty cocktail and even spent several minutes with us helping find a digital gift certificate we had purchased, but couldn't find on our phones. Definitely second mile service culture here. We have tried most of the restaurants in the Mills 50 area and this one is, by far, the best. read more

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We had an amazing experience celebrating our 26th anniversary at Kaya. Every dish we had (the adobo risotto, lumpia, bistek, and shrimp) was full of flavor and beautifully presented. Even my husband couldn't stop talking about the cocktails and how the clear ice is made through a special process! What truly made the night memorable was our server, Nica. She was gracious, attentive without hovering, and so passionate about the menu. Her suggestions made the whole meal and experience feel curated and genuinely special. Highly recommend Kaya, and ask for Nica! read more

This place is one-of-a-kind. The food is incredible on all fronts (locally-sourced and beautiful!), the people are amazing, and the space is so inviting and unpretentious. But on top of all that, they manage to host community events, support other small biz owners, AND are sustainability-focused (peep that Michelin Green Star). Happy we tried Kaya during our Orlando trip ^_^ The dishes are intended to be shared family-style. Everything we tried was delicious. Some favorites: - SCALLOP CRUDO (delicate yet flavorful) - MADAI KINILAW (like eating the sweetest ceviche on a cloud) - SEAFOOD BRINGHE (generous amounts of seafood, lightly spiced) - SILVANA COOKIE (my favorite ever cookie I've tried in my life??? Light wafer enveloping an ice cream-like filling) Must-try in Orlando!!! The menu changes seasonally-- I'll definitely be back to see what the kitchen comes up with next. read more

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Everything about our dinner here was extraordinary! We requested to sit at the bar and will probably always do so each time we eat at Kaya! The bartenders Daniel and Renata were a wealth of knowledge about the menu and offerings that fit my dietary restrictions and all that they recommended we tried. We were so happy with each item I can't pick my favorite because everything truly was so unique and tasty! Even thought it got crowded toward the end of our dinner, it still wasn't loud. The place is cozy and eclectic. Do yourself a favor and give Kaya a try, but be sure to make a reservation! People line up early to get in and with good reason. It's worth the wait, though. Either way, just get there! read more

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Food was impeccable! I have never had anything like it. So happy there is a Filipino restaurant in the area. We did the chef course meal which allowed us to try so many dishes. It was about 5 courses. And the portions were well worth the money. Not only that, but we spent 3 hours doing this experience. It didn't feel rushed nor too slow. Ambiance was fantastic. Tastefully decorated with an earthy modern vibe. The space was well lit and bright! Another cool part was that they source a lot of their food and produce locally. One of their desserts is sources from a Filipino ice cream parlor from down the street. read more

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My partner and I have been wanting to try this place for a while and we finally went this past weekend. The food was amazing! We tried the shrimp toast, kinilaw, crab fat shrimp, bacolod chicken, and the doughnuts. My absolute favorite was the doughnuts. They had a pineapple filling that was amazing and it got even better with the sauce (believe it was apricot). I also thought the crab fat shrimp sauce paired well with a side of rice but I liked the overall flavor of the chicken more. We also ordered a few drinks. I liked the highball the best. It was the right amount of sweet and you could barely taste the alcohol. I wish I got more pictures of the food but honestly it looked so good I had to dig right in and forgot about my phone. Also, while the space is small, there was enough room between tables for my partner to navigate through on crutches. The only down side is if someone wants/needs to use the ramp, it's towards the back of the building. Overall it was a great experience with friendly staff and delicious food. Can't wait to go back! read more

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Everything was fantastic. The Kare Kare was the star of the show. The bagoong sauce for the Kare Kare added quite a bit of depth to the dish. The gone galavanting cocktail was great. Fruit forward with a nice acidic ending. read more

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We brought my mom here last weekend -- she was born and raised in Manila -- and she loved it! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere felt so inviting and true to Filipino hospitality. Every dish tasted authentic and made with care -- rich, flavorful, and perfectly balanced. Our waitress Maya was so friendly and attentive, and the food came out beautifully presented. We especially loved the Oxtail kare-kare. Kaya is a perfect mix of tradition, warmth, and creativity. We'll definitely be back soon! read more

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We had a wonderful experience at Kaya tonight! Service was great, food was delicious, and it is a cute little restaurant near Mills 50. However, the restaurant set up makes you feel far away from the busy mills50 area! We went for magical dining but we'll be back again soon to try the other menu options. Tonight we had the lumpia and kale Caesar salad for apps, sizzling sigsig and shrimp ginaatang with Laing which both came with garlic fried rice for entrees, and the halo halo flan and kalamansi coconut cream pie for dessert. read more

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With Kaya hitting the top 10 of Yelp's 2025 Top 100 Places to Eat, a detour from my Orlando Disney trip was a no-brainer for me. In the end, I would say the trip was worth it. The service was friendly and attentive. Even though they offer high chairs, I'd suggest reconsidering bringing a baby or toddler unless they're exceptionally well-behaved. The restaurant's ambiance is intimate and peaceful, and any significant noise would be noticeable to the other guests. The Madai Kinilaw was like a symphony of flavors, a really good intro to the meal. My partner thought the Filipino spaghetti was on the saltier side and thought fermented shrimp paste might have been added to it, and it did have this aftertaste I wasn't really feeling. Still, I thought it was decent, and our toddler vacuumed it up. The Australian Wagyu was cooked well, and is a better value than what you'd get from California Grill. The Oxtail Kare Kare was definitely the highlight of the meal. I loved how it was taken off the bone and molded into a compact square, making it easy to eat. The server's recommendation of adding the Sinangag garlic rice was a great call. It was perfectly cooked and seasoned, and it complemented the oxtail and peanut sauce beautifully. I enjoyed Kaya without a doubt. I know a lot of factors are considered to be placed into these Top 100 lists, but if I were to rate strictly on food, I wouldn't say it was a "top 10" meal I would be dreaming about returning to from home. Not to take anything away from them, it was still a very solid meal, one of the better meals I've had in Florida, and I would encourage anyone near the area looking to splurge a little on good food and delicious drinks to give them a shot. Be sure to save room for a post-meal delicacy: shaved ice being served at Koko, right behind the restaurant! P.S. It's noted on their menu, but expect an automatic 20% gratuity to be added to your check regardless of party size. The service however was well warranted. read more

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Omg! Everything was excellent! Ambiance is great, their service was excellent! And the food was off the charts!!! Every dish we order waa so flavorful, we had lunpias, lechon, garlic rice bicol express mussels and the collard greens, the only downfall was I had no room for more. Definitely recommend this restaurant, its wonderful to see filipino cuisine raised to the next level. Congratulations!!! Go ahead and try it, I promise you will not be disappointed. read more

Absolutely delicious Filipino food. If you've never had Filipino food, you need to come to Kaya. as part of the Filipino culture, the meals are made to share. I highly recommend making a reservation as this place stays consistently busy. The restaurant has nice touches of the Filipino culture. To start, we ordered some cocktails. The Ube cocktail was delicious. For the 4 of us, we had ordered lumpiang, which was a must. It brought me back to so many memories of my father's homemade lumpia. We also ordered the adobo risotto, oxtail kare kare, and ninang's rigatoni and garlic rice. Th adobo risotto had pickled and fried mushrooms on top which added a great texture. The kare kare is SO good. Highly recommend this dish. The Oxtail was tender and the peanut sauce was smooth and silky. There is bagooong to add to the oxtail to help cut through the richness. Ninang's rigatoni is an homage to the Filipino spaghetti, which has a tough of sweetness in the tomato sauce and the spam adds a great balance of saltiness.garlic rice, is a must with any Filipino dish. It was a good side to soak up the extra peanut sauce in the kare kare. read more

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We do not have many Philippines restaurants in town, so Kaya seems to represent the cuisine quite well. We sampled several drinks and menu items. We tried both today's specials-- Shrimp Ceviche and Bluefin Tuna Tartare. They were both tasty. We also tried Catfish Keing, Oxtail Kare Kare, Adobo Risotto, and Magyo Afritada. For desserts, we shared a Halo Halo Flan, the Ice Cream, and the Dinuts. Kat and others took good care of us. They refilled our water and removed soiled dishes constantly. What a great dining experience! read more

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One of the most delicious and beautiful restaurants I have been to!! I loved the ambiance and theme of Kaya starting from the overall architecture to the coziness of the place, it felt very warm and familial. While you are ordering food they explain the principles that Kaya was built on which makes it so high quality. The staff were very welcoming and kind, taking the time to explain to us all the dishes and drinks on the menu. They also have an extensive drink menu with lots of options and even let me try samples from tap drinks. The staff mentioned that the menu changes from time to time but my absolute favorites were the oxtail in kare kare sauce and the filipino caeser salad - fresh and filled with flavor. Love this place would definitely come back! read more

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I finally decided to check out Kaya, and I wish I had come here sooner. The restaurant focuses on the Filipino value of "bayanihan", which means communal support, and they definitely deserve their Michelin Green Star. When we arrived, we were greeted like close friends. The staff is super friendly and happy to explain the ingredients and answer any questions. Plus, they keep your water glass full the whole time. Kaya makes an effort to source everything locally. I tried their fork-tender oxtail, which came on a tasty peanut stew with squash and mushrooms. The oxtail was already off the bone, which was super nice. It felt like comforting food made by your grandma but with a fancy twist. The portion was decent, but since it didn't come with rice, I ordered the garlic rice on the side, and it was a perfect match. The ingredients tasted really fresh and clean. And most of their entrees can be converted to vegetarian/vegan -- it's noted on the menu with a "v". For dessert, I had the hot spicy ginger tea with lemon and honey (no rum for me) and the buko pandan ice cream from Sampaguita. I was so happy to see my favorite flavor on the menu! Their tasting menu is a bit pricey, but they also offer A La Carte options. I'm planning to come back for their tasting menu on a special occasion and to check out their karaoke nights on Wednesdays. They serve great food, and their menu changes often, so it's worth coming back again and again. :) read more

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10/10 dining experience! My sister and I were working across the street and decided to try Kaya out. Seeing that it was Michelin recommended got us more excited. The seating is small and seems like reservations are preferred. We did arrive right before the rush dinner time and got seated within 15 minutes. I really wanted to try their chefs choice dinner set but wasn't super hungry so we settled with ordering a few items. We had the carrots, risotto, and the rockfish. All were super deliscious and super fresh tasting. Carrots... didnt know carrots can be cooked to perfection. Oddly one of my favorite dishes. The Risotto was super creamy and we cleaned the bowl real good. And the rockfish was SO good. It was crispy the whole dinner, flaky soft inside and stayed crispy even with the sauce on top?! We finished off with the Silvana cookie. It was my first time having this and I enjoyed the sweetness and crispyness. Lot of good textures in one. Honestly, could have had 5 in one sitting. The staff was super nice and it was such a good time. I will be coming back and trying their set menu! read more

It was delicious. really good local grown Philippine restaurant in Orlando. Service was great and waiter was very helpful in advising on pairings for each dish read more

Kaya - cashew meringue, pandan french buttercream, coconut dulce de leche, toasted swiss meringue, kiwi jellies, pandan creme anglaise - Filipino Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Finally got a reservation here, heard so many great things about it. We loved the ambiance and the service, and the food was incredible. We had the Oxtail Kare Kare and caeser salad, and for desert we had the Ubi mochi donut and the Basque cheesecake w/ Guava. The cheesecake was my absolute FAV part of the whole dinner and I'm not even a fan of cheesecake! Def visit, you won't regret it! read more

Excellent experience with the Sama Sama prefix menu. It was wave after wave of interesting and new types of food for us. It's so hard to find a tasting in Orlando that's NOT sushi, so this was a nice alternative. The service was excellent which is the main reason for the 5 stars. The staff was super friendly and various people stopped by throughout the experience to explain the food, the wine and the cocktails. It was around 2 and a half hours of food with a nice leisurely pace, so don't be in a big hurry if you're doing the prefix. Food wise, the photos speak for themselves. The most interesting was the crispy fish in the sour soup (not the real name, but my "for Dummies" name). I have no friggin' idea how that fish stayed crispy that whole time. Voodoo magic or something. The other food was good with other dishes standing out more than others. Personally, I could have skipped the beet dessert, but that's due to horrible childhood memories more than Kaya's presentation. The space is kinda odd but nicely decorated. I'd say you wouldn't expect to drop the Benjamins here based on the location, the parking, and the building, but I think it's worth it for a one time experience. I think they recently opened up reservations for non prefix dining so you may be able to order off the menu. They have an outdoor space as well which is probably better when it's not summer. I'd like to go back sometime, but there's no immediate urgency for me! I can't see the next experience surpassing the first one, so it could be a one-and-done. read more

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