Steven was amazing! He made my friends birthday dinner extra special. He was on top of everything…read moreand consistently checked in on our table. We basically ordered the entire menu LOL. The tapas and sangria at Santiago's are top tier. I ordered the croquettas and the chicken skewers as well as the red sangria. The chicken skewers came with lemon and a delicious yogurt sauce. The croquettes were cheesy and crispy and served with a chive sour cream I believe? 10/10. We ordered pitchers of red sangria and it paired well with the tapas. I tried a few bites of the curry mussels and the ceviche. The mussels were very flavorful and I wish I ordered it myself! Steven was very sweet and provided dessert for my friend and we all sang happy birthday. Can't wait to come back soon for more tapas!

We stopped in for brunch and, unfortunately, the food didn't really live up to the price. The…read moreservice was okay overall, but I did have to go up to the bar myself to ask for a coffee refill, which was a little disappointing. The highlight for me was the toffee cake. It was really good and probably my favorite part of the meal. Overall, though, I expected more from the food given the price, especially considering I don't drink alcohol.

Cafe Tu Tu Tango is amazing! I can't even describe how pleasant and breathtaking the atmosphere is…read more You are surrounded by lovely artwork and equally lovely servers (especially Yasmin, you were fantastic!) Everything we ate was delicious i can't wait to come back!

What a neat little find in Orlando! Café Tu Tu Tango is such a fun and unique experience. From the…read morebeautiful exterior decorations and artwork to the walls inside covered with incredible pieces from local artists, there is something interesting everywhere you look. Many of the original pieces are available for purchase, and if they're a little too pricey, they also offer affordable prints. The artwork is absolutely stunning! The staff were super friendly, welcoming, and helpful, and the food was AMAZING! Great atmosphere, beautiful art, wonderful service, and delicious food. Definitely a place we would visit again!

I introduced another friend to this unique restaurant and bar. We arrived a little after 6 PM and…read morewere seated promptly by Mel. We chose a little corner table against the wall. We looked over the happy hour menu (good all day on Monday nights and Tuesday through Friday 5-7pm). We ask Mel about the "Bartender's Choice" selection under happy hour drinks. She said the bartender will mix a drink of their preference. The customer cannot choose the alcohol or any mixers as the bartender makes the decisions all by him or herself. Mel asked if we had any allergies or any other issues that might affect the drinks the bartender would like to make. We said we did not and we decided to take on this "choice" experience. Serena was the bartender of the evening and she did an amazing job. She mixed up various concoctions for us throughout the night (we ordered a second round after the first one) and we enjoyed every drink she prepared. The presentation of the drinks were also well done. Serena's cocktails consisted of bourbon, rum, and various ingredients which could include bitters, lemon, agave or other cocktail mixers. She was the bartender extraordinaire of the evening. For food, we ordered the half dozen chicken wings (2 orders since they were so good) and the pizza empanadas to start. The two empanadas had mozzarella cheese stuffed inside and were served with a warm marinara. From the main menu, we ordered the Faroe Island Salmon, which was served on a bad of risotto and tomato butter, with capers. The portion of the salmon was somewhat small for the price of $28, but it and the risotto were cooked perfectly. We ended the night with their signature drink, "Death in the Afternoon" which contains absinthe and is one of my favorite drinks here in Orlando. It was another five star experience and my friend found a new restaurant she now loves. All in all, a great night thanks to the attentiveness and easy-going attitude of Mel, our server, and the exceptional cocktails from the bartender, Serena. Thank you both for a job very well done!

Went to Death in the Afternoon for Happy Hour and it was sooo worth it…read more Got the Raspberry Tom Collin's And a mystery Bar tenders choice! I will definitely come back to try other options on the menu! Great service and gives speakeasy vibes.

This is a tapas place so most of the plates are small. The price point is off for me for the…read moreportion size. The lamb was good but you only get 2 bites the roasted duck was good and you get plenty to share. The fiid comes out when it is ready.

This is a tapas place so most of the plates are small. The price point is off for me for the…read moreportion size. The lamb was good but you only get 2 bites the roasted duck was good and you get plenty to share. The fiid comes out when it is ready.

Had a fantastic experience at Bulla Gastrobar! The environment was lively, welcoming, and…read morebeautifully put together, making it a great place to enjoy a meal with friends or family. Our waitress was also wonderful, she was friendly, attentive, and consistently checked in on our table to make sure we were doing well and had everything we needed. We started with the Tabla Bulla, which was a great way to sample different flavors. The Patatas Bravas were especially delicious, and if you enjoy a little spice, I definitely recommend giving them a try. The Spanish Ham Croquettes are always a must for me, and I loved how well the flavor paired with the accompanying guava jelly, that sweet and savory combination was fantastic. Unfortunately, we didn't get the chance to try the Albóndigas because they were already sold out for the night, but that's just another reason to come back next time! For our main dish, we shared the Seafood Paella, and it was definitely a highlight of the meal. It was savory, flavorful, and packed with seafood, making it a great choice for anyone who loves seafood. The portion was also generous enough to comfortably feed our party of five when sharing it with the other dishes. Of course, we couldn't end the night without something sweet. We finished with the Churros and Coconut Flan, and both were delicious ways to wrap up the meal. Overall, between the great atmosphere, attentive service, generous portions, and delicious food, Bulla Gastrobar made for a wonderful night out. We'll definitely be coming back.

Came in on a busy Friday night without a reservation. Got seated quickly after fixing some…read moremiscommunication on outdoor/indoor seating. That set a great tone and our server, Hannah, kept it going. Even with the dining room busy, she was a total pro. Attentive, friendly, and totally on top of things without a single dip in service quality. As for the food, it was a bit of a mixed bag. Truffle Carbonara 5/5! Absolutely fantastic. It was rich, creamy, and loaded with generous amounts of mushrooms and bacon. If you're ordering a comforting pasta dish, this is the way to go. Pollo al Chilindrón 1/5. Unfortunately, a major miss. The menu describes it as pan-seared, but the chicken had zero sear and no flavor. The red pepper stew lacked depth, and the accompanying rice was equally bland. If this were a quick frozen meal from Trader Joe's, you might forgive it, but coming out of a restaurant kitchen, it just doesn't land. Go for the great service and a stellar carbonara but I'll definitely be steering clear of the chicken next time. Hope they tighten up that recipe!

Chef Andres masterfully shared exquisite Spanish cuisine with us tonight. To say every tapas was…read moreamazing doesn't come close to the experience we were fortunate to enjoy. Truly a remarkable evening. Two sugestions: Dining in the main room clearly is more enjoyable than the lounge and 2) we recommend ask for another server if Chino greets you. Bon appetite!

Let's just say Jaleo isn't just dinner. It's an experience. Me and my friend came in cuz we had…read moretime to kill before the pre-screening event at the nearby AMC theater. Other places had wait times of 20 minutes or more which was not optional for us. So from the moment you walk in the vibrant atmosphere makes you feel like you've been transported to Spain, the open kitchen, a lively energy and beautiful bar set the tone before the first bite even arrives. We decided to grab a seat at the bar and end up being one of the best decisions. The bartenders were friendly, attentive, and made excellent recommendations. My friend ordered the frozen pina colada served in the cutest pineapple glass and it was absolutely delicious. I was pretty jealous and wished I had gotten the same drink. It was creamy refreshing top with toasted coconut. It tasted like a tropical vacation and a glass. My red sangria was equally impressive light fruity and perfectly balanced without being overly sweet. For food I ordered the Jaleo burger with fries and well this burger deserves every bit of the hype. The Patty was juicy and flavorful and the brioche bone was soft and buttery and everything came together perfectly. This is a great meal decision for someone who is as hungry as I was. You know sometimes simple burger came outshine even in elaborate menu and this one definitely did. One thing I really appreciated was that even while sitting at the bar we never felt rushed. We were able to enjoy our cocktails, chat with the bartenders, and soak in the atmosphere before head to the theater to watch our movie. If you're visiting Disney Springs and looking for something beyond the typical meal, Jaleo is absolutely worth the stop. Another stop, another story. Until the next one...this gets a thumbs up!

I will return! I sat…read moreat the bar and was quickly greeted and shown the ordering process. Super simple and straight forward. Tried one of every meat option and enjoyed everything. I went back to seconds on the Beef - Salt and the scallions.

While spending a night in Orlando, we stopped by Tori Tori for dinner before a show, and it quickly…read morebecame one of my favorite spots. We sat at the bar, and since it was our first visit, the staff took the time to walk us through the menu, explain how everything worked, and recommend some amazing food and drinks. The service was truly exceptional and made the experience even better. Everything we ordered was delicious, but the biggest standouts were the mushrooms, the wings, and every drink we tried. Between the incredible food, fantastic cocktails, beautiful setting, and outstanding service, I already can't wait to come back.

Good evening everyone! So we all felt like trying out something Spanish tonight in the Orlando, FL…read morearea and my brother recommended Turull's Kitchen & Bar so we all decided to check them out and boy are we glad we did. I can honestly say that this restaurant is 100% legit as far as Spanish restaurants go. On this occasion we ordered a number of Tapas to share at the table. We ordered the cured Manchego cheese and Spanish ham board, Pulpo A La Vinagreta (Octopus in Vinegar), Serrano Ham and Codfish croquettes (absolutely delicious), Spanish Omelete and Al of us decide to try the Spanish Bean Soup (Fabada Asturiana). Everything we ordered was fresh, hearty and tasted exactly as expected. No cutting corners at Turull's folks and I am pretty sure that everything else on the menu would be just as good. If you decide to try one of their paella rice dishes, you hey looked great as well but plan on 45 minutes or so before it gets to the table as it is made fresh to order, no exceptions. Honestly, that is the only way to do it.... Who wants reheated paella as that would be heresy! LOL! For dessert we ordered the Flan and the Torta de San Martin, where the torta is a traditional Spanish pastry served with Almond ice cream, and both were very good. Finishing things off with some espresso and boy life was really good at this point. The atmosphere was very welcoming as Fridays and Saturday's they have live music which was in full force during our dinner. As you can imagine, we did take advantage and "cut a little rug" before we left as well! LOL! All in all it was a great outing and nothing better than good food, good wine and family as the setup for a wonderful evening. Service was excellent as well and no worries about parking either as there is plenty available. So if you find yourselves with a hankering for some good Spanish cuisine while in the Orlando, FL area, you should definitely check them out. We will be back again next time we are in the area for sure. Enjoy and bon appétit mes amis!

Tried because of Offline. I had a great dinner at Turull's Kitchen & Bar. I ordered the Pollo…read moreMilanese -- a very large breaded chicken cutlet that was perfectly cooked and full of flavor. The chorizo rice on the side was moist and delicious, and the small salad with balsamic vinaigrette was fresh and light. They had Coke products (always a plus for me). My friend had an octopus dish with potatoes and onions, and really enjoyed it -- said it was tender and well-prepared. His Spanish rice was also very good. The service was top tier -- everyone was friendly, helpful, and checked on us often. We even got to see a flamenco dancer perform while we were eating, which made the night feel special. The atmosphere was warm and stylish, with beautiful artwork and a lit tree in the center of the space. I'd definitely go back.

SO good!! We went on a Friday evening for my husband's birthday and got there around 6. We waited…read moreabout 25 minutes to be seated, which honestly wasn't bad at all! We ordered a bunch of things to share- the chicken karaage, gyoza with wings, okonomiyaki, tonkotsu black ramen, and a few skewers. Everything was delicious, but the shishito peppers were SO good! We also had our 1 year old with us and she absolutely LOVED the ramen broth and noodles, which was so cute. Such a cool spot with great food!

Food was mid and absolutely not worth the wait. I came on a Saturday night at 8pm and was told…read morethere would be an hour wait. I fell asleep waiting in my car after an hour goes by and went inside to check because I saw empty tables from the outside and had heard from the hostess. I told her that I had been waiting for over an hour and she said that there was about 4 parties in front of me. I went back outside to wait for less than 5 min and she called me in saying the table had cancelled so my table is now available. That was already a red flag - she totally forgot about me!!! After being seated, the waiter took literally 15min to even come acknowledge us because he was too busy talking to his friends at the next table. Tonkotsu black ramen - 3/5 (not flavorful) Miso-hot ramen - 3/5 (bland and not creamy) Tan tan men ramen - 3/5 (the flavors were there but the noodles were super soggy) Tempura king oyster mushroom - 2/5 (bland, thick and hard to chew. they should've cut it into thinner pieces) Karaage - 3/5 (flavorful but chucks were too big and had too much batter) Inner thighs yakitori - 5/5

5 Stars for beautifully crafted cocktails and a small, but fantastic food menu in an atmosphere…read morethat feels like your cool friends' living room. My favorite thing to enjoy at DBA is their Wednesday girl dinner special. It features a choice of drink (I get a gin martini, but there's a margherita, wine, and beer option), fries, and a caesar salad for $25. You can add fried chicken to the salad for an additional fee, and it's worth it for the lightly battered, tender chicken that they add. This Wednesday special is brilliant and absolutely delicious. The fries are perfect (get the honey mustard!), and the salad would be something I would order time and time again, even off the special. My friend got the double smashburger and the smell of the caramelized onions compelled me to ask for a bite. I'm willing to stray from my fries and salad to enjoy this burger again next time. I'm still thinking about it days later... For dessert, I enjoyed the chocolate olive oil cake (a nod to the beloved olive oil cake at their sister restaurant next door). Take a look at my photos to see this dish in all of its glory. Though it's small, we all shared in the rich dessert and left fully satisfied. Again- big fan of DBA and plan to hit them up much more often now that I've rediscovered their Wednesday special! Previous review: 5 Stars for boozy but balanced cocktails, a chill atmosphere, bites that stay on my mind for days, and staff that makes you feel like family. dba recently opened as a sister concept to The Strand nextdoor. It's owned by the same family and carries over a similarly casual-chic, unpretentious atmosphere with quality offerings that will make it a staple in your rotation. No, really, I've been there 3 times in 2 weeks... Where The Strand is an outstanding neighborhood restaurant which happens to also feature an interesting beverage program, dba is an outstanding little cocktail bar which happens to also feature an interesting bites menu. Both do everything they do really well. In terms of drinks, my go-to is the cigarette for breakfast- essentially their take on an old fashioned, but every drink I've ordered has been equally potent and balanced. The drinks have got nuance. I've also ordered a wet gin martini with blue cheese olives and that classic was done to perfection. But, if you aren't a drinker, don't fret- I went with a friend who is pregnant and they were able to concoct a fun mocktail for her as well. in terms of bites, you can't go wrong with the duck flatbread (I have been dreaming about it since!), the pan con tomate, or the cacio e pepe deviled eggs (same as on the menu next door). Next time I'm definitely trying the octopus salad! Finally, ambiance. This spot feels like you're sitting in a good friend's cozy living room. Assuming your good friend has impeccable taste and plenty of time for a curated thrift store haul. They've got records playing great tunes (you'll get some quick quiet moments as they change the vinyls throughout the night) and the lighting is dim. Again, it's unpretentious and is the kind of place you want to really settle into on a weekday night. Can't wait for my next visit!

What a VIBE. I had…read moredinner at the Strand with a girlfriend and we popped to Dba after for a drink. It was super cute and I loved the atmosphere. It was a little louder than we would've liked for a Wednesday night, but we made it work. We sat at the bar and just had one drink, and it was so much fun. The dirty martini is AMAZING. I loved how clear it was - sneaky that it was dirty. They make the brine themselves and it was delicious. For someone who never orders martinis, I was very happy. The bartenders were attentive, friendly, and accommodating (especially with my friend's allergies).