Food quantity: 9/10 Food quality: 7/10…read moreService: 9/10 Ambiance: 9/10 Overall rating: 8.5/10 Decent vibe, valet parking is expensive though. About $18 for 2 hours during the week.

Well they certainly don't need another glowing review singing their praises, yet here I am,…read morecompelled to write because the brunch experience is so wonderful. I hadn't been here since before pandemic, so I hoped the restaurant was still on their game. I needn't have been concerned! From arrival, to seating, to service, to selection, all top notch. Carving station. Fresh crepes. Omelette station. WALL of deserts. Full raw bar. Crab legs. Mimosas. Great selection of traditional breakfast options and salads. If you are not satisfied here, give up (smile)!! And the topper was the live jazz trio playing in the beautifully sunlit rotunda surrounded by all of the aforementioned delicacies. Expensive, but well worth it to treat yourself occasionally.

If you're looking for a truly memorable dining experience in Orlando, look no further than The Bao…read moreSpot! From the moment I walked in, the vibe was inviting, and the service was top-notch. But the real stars were the food--every bite was incredible! The cheese curds were absolutely phenomenal: crispy, gooey, and bursting with flavor. I can honestly say they're the best I've had in the city. And the teriyaki bowl? A perfect blend of savory and sweet, with tender meat and fresh veggies that made every mouthful a delight. Whether you're a local or just visiting, I would totally recommend The Bao Spot. Treat yourself to the cheese curds and teriyaki bowl--you won't regret it!

The Bao Spot is tucked away in a cozy little corner, and it's definitely worth checking out. Every…read moretime I've ordered, the food has been consistently delicious & hot. The restaurant and bathrooms are always clean, which is something I really appreciate. They also have some really cool murals on the walls that add a lot of character. The ambiance is a little dark inside, but it gives the place a fun, laid back vibe. My only suggestion would be to offer their lunch specials for online ordering. Since they don't take phone orders, anyone with a short lunch break has to place their order in person and wait, which can be a bit inconvenient, especially when you don't know how busy they are. Overall, it's a great spot with tasty food, a unique atmosphere, and a clean, welcoming environment. I'd definitely recommend giving it a try!

The sushi here is fine but nothing to write home about. Between the challenge he's of parking and…read morethe slow service we all agreed we wouldn't go back. I had several sake shots during happy hour. And those were delicious! Highly recommend the mango and the coconut. I ordered the dragon roll with tuna, again, nothing special. But there was nothing wrong with it. It was just ordinary. Unfortunately we went on a day where the NBA was playing and there was only one person working the bar and serving all the tables. The slow service was definitely not her fault. And she was super nice about it. If I was in the area I probably would only if we were drinking because the sake shots were really good.

A new sushi and handroll spot opened up??! Of course I had to check it out! I went with a few…read morefriends before a Fringe show upstairs. The host stand was downstairs and outside. There was a doorman or either another host who opened the door for me. The restaurant was dimly lit, with blue lights around. There was a fun photo op on the right hand side with a large sushi bite on the wall which I had fun taking pictures in front of. I ordered a few hand rolls and my friends got the sushi. Everything tasted great, and the cocktails were different, but good. I'd come here again sometime if I find myself downtown .

Kres Chophouse is hands down one of my absolute FAVORITE restaurants in Orlando! Every single time…read moreI come here, the food and service are 10/10. They have yet to disappoint me! I had the ribeye, and baby... THAT STEAK! Cooked perfectly, seasoned perfectly and absolutely delicious. I paired it with the mashed potatoes and mac & cheese, and honestly, you can't go wrong with either one. But that mac & cheese? GET IT! For drinks, I had the strawberry lemon drop and also tried the Movies in the Dark. Both were really good, but you already know I love a good fruity cocktail! The atmosphere, the service, the food... Kres just gets it. Whether it's date night, dinner with friends or just because you feel like eating GOOD, this is one of those places I will recommend over and over again.

We went there on a weekday before a show at Dr Phillips. Everything was tasty. Not the best steak…read moreI've ever had, but pretty close. They moved the meal along without making it feel rushed . Service was extremely well delivered. Would definitely recommend.

Stopped by for a quick lunch with my mom. This place was pretty easy to find. You can park along…read morethe street or in the garage which it is attached to. They have a little sign by the street to help you find it/advertising, as it's in the hallway of the plaza. It's on the ground level so we didn't have to take any stairs or elevator. Upon entry, there was no one to greet us. We headed to the register where they had a bunch of menus and pictures. While we were looking, the lady came out from the back with food items for someone who was already seated. Everything looked good. There was a guy waiting for his order to go, another guy waiting to eat by himself, and another lady also waiting to eat by herself. There was some interview going on between two guys- sounded like it was about the restaurant as I heard them talking about kimchi fried rice. It sounded so good, I ordered that with shrimp. Mom had the bento box lunch. We asked for two cups for water, which she said she would bring to us. We sat for awhile, and saw the others and the to go person get their food. The water cups did not come until after she brought us our food. Maybe that's the way they do it? Anyhow- our food was out in a reasonable time and everything was delicious. I tried some of mom's beef bento box- she got the bulgogi beef and we were both a little shocked that it was ground beef and not thin slices, but the flavor was spot on. My mom did not finish her lunch and I had a small portion of rice left. When I asked for one to go box- the lady almost seemed upset that I didn't want two! She asked me what about my leftovers? To which I said my mom was taking everything in one box. lol. We don't like to waste and I wasn't going to toss mine but it seemed silly to get another box for the little bit of rice I had. So we put it all in one. We paid at the register and took our box. There are many more items on the menu I'd like to try. My mom was pretty impressed with the place. It's nothing to look at, really, but the food is good and she will probably bring her friends here for lunch.

My husband and I were visiting DTO from San Diego. We were craving something warm and comforting…read moreand immediately thought of getting ramen. Lucky for us Nifty's spot was right around the corner from our hotel. Once we entered we were immediately greeted by the owner. She was so nice! It was great having a conversation with her. Looked to be a small family/husband & wife operation. The best places usually are. Simple decor- anime and Kpop covered the walls- I loved it. It's a very casual place. She recommended the Gochujang ramen: spicy, sweet, creamy & umami. It was everything I wanted in a bowl. I ordered with beef bulgogi - the boiled egg was perfect and soft. Highly recommend if you're in DTO. Yum, 감사합니다!

Excellent food and service! Value for your $! Comfortable seating and cool vibe! Highly recommend!read more

Stopped by here late Saturday night because my friends and I were wanting sushi. From the moment we…read morestepped in Sam(Samuel) with the big hair was extremely pleasant. Explained the menu and how to order. We didn't get any pictures because we were starving but the sushi bento was delicious and my fruit tea was amazing. Sam checked in on us periodically and was very efficient. That guy needs a raise or bonus or something!

I ordered the Pad Thai, the coconut soup and dumplings through UberEats. The packaging was poor. It…read morehad spilled quite a bit. Though the Pad Thai had a good amount of chicken and seafood (upcharge for both), it was disproportionate. The noodles was too much, there was no spring onions, no bean sprouts, the tamarind sauce was weak, no peanuts and no limes. Truly disappointed. I would avoid ordering this. The Thai coconut soup was ok as was the dumplings. For the money that I spent, I felt this experience was not great. The restaurant could certainly improve quite a bit. The photos would only hurt them more, so not posting anything.

When we walked in, the whole restaurant smelled of stale Marijuana smoke. It felt like half of the…read morerestaurant was closed and the lights were off. It was a wierd vibe.I needed to use the restroom right after we sat down and it was gross. The food was fair at best. I added a star for the presentation. The heart shaped rice is a nice touch. I had the duck pineapple curry. I asked for it medium and it was not spiced at all. The sauce was bland and tasted like a sweet tomato sauce. The pineapple tasted canned. The service was the other bright spot. The server was friendly and helpful.

Great sushi and nice atmosphere! Located in downtown Orlando…read more Definitely will be going back - they have happy hour M - F till 7pm We had some incredible rolls- The spicy scallop roll was delicious. Their hamachi sashimi was great quality and good size. Definitely the best one we've had- and we get this every time. The yellow tail roll was fresh and the rainbow roll was also great. Lastly we got the kanisu roll which is a great no rice option. Look forward to going back!

My husband and I have been going to Shakai for years and they always deliver. Their happy hour is…read morethe best downtown happy hour around, featuring appetizers, beer, wine, other drinks, traditional rolls and specialty rolls. The food is prepared fresh to order, I like to sit at the bar and watch all of the rolls be prepared right in front of me. The restaurant is always busy (pics are from RIGHT when they open at 5) and is especially busy if there's a show at the Dr. Phillips Center, Magic game, etc. I've never had an issue getting in with a smaller group and have had 20-40 min waits for large groups (8+).

We were visiting to celebrate my friends 40th birthday... it was our last day in Orlando and we…read morewanted something casual but cute this was a recommendation from our hotel. Location: it's in Downtown Orlando, seems to be located pretty close to everything. The restaurant is very serene lots of greenery. Parking: we walked from our hotel Service: I come from Atlanta where service is rarely good so this was a breathe of fresh air 12/10!!! Service was impeccable! From the moment we opened the door, we were taken care of. Jelianie was our server, she was knowledgeable and very helpful! The manager and bartenders checked to make sure everything was good...we didn't make reservations. Ambience/Crowd: it's such a good vibe, not too casual or stuffy... Food/drink : 10/10 we had ragoonies, short rib and chicken dumplings, bang bang shrimp Favorite thing: all of it Will I be back? Yes and recommend everyone go!

I popped into this spot for a quick pregame meal and drink before hitting the Don Toliver concert…read moreand let me tell you this place will check all the boxes. For starters the environment is chill and perfect for dress up or dress down whether with friends or your significant other. I sat at the bar so the bar tender was the coolest and provided excellent service as well as welcoming conversation. And finally for food, they offer a variety of options as it's an Asian- American Infusion menu with Tapas and Small plates featuring things from Sliders to Sushi. And whatever your beverage of choice is, I'm certain they won't disappoint.