Fantastic, intimate dinner experience. Everything about this dinner was magical. Our waitress was…read morefantastic and so sweet! The venue is small so make sure you make a reservation! We also loved that we could see the chef making our pasta! She was also very sweet and waved at us for a photo! Everything we ate was delicious. Bread service to start was yummy, the Caesar salad was beautifully arranged and just as tasty. I got the bolognese and my partner got the lasagna both were 10/10! The tagliatelle was so fresh with the bolognese - it was honestly perfect. We got the lava cake for dessert and the waitress also brought us a cannoli for my partners birthday! It was honestly the best experience and I can't wait to go back.

We had a good overall experience. We started with the meatballs as an appetizer. The meatballs…read morethemselves were just okay nothing particularly memorable but the sauce they were served in was excellent and definitely the highlight of the dish. For our entrées, we ordered the smoked duck breast and the beef Wellington. The smoked duck breast was really good and cooked well. The pasta that came with it had a unique sauce that just wasn't to our taste, but the duck itself was excellent. The beef Wellington was also very good and lived up to expectations. To finish, we split the cannoli for dessert, and it was outstanding. It was the perfect way to end the meal. Overall, a solid meal with a few standout dishes. We'd definitely order the duck, beef Wellington, and cannoli again.

So fresh and so tasty! Another great find while strolling through the Orlando Farmer's Market. The…read morehard decision here is which flavors to choose. And when I say it's robust and full of flavor, some don't even need sauce. You can literally pair it with veggies and olive oil and you have a meal. Yes, it's more expensive than picking up pasta at the store but it's a true treat and so worth it. The Autumn Harvest Orzo was delicious. The Pumpkin was the over power winner and it was delightful. I paired it with ground Turkey, yum! I think I am going to work my way through each flavor, delicious!

We had the lemon chive angel hair pasta made into a shrimp scampi and the flavors were amazing! I…read morewill be sending my husband back for more so that he can make the dish again!

Massimo's has freshly made pasta, sauces, pizzas, meals and desserts. This shop is run by two…read morenative Italians and they make all the pasta and meals onsite using their own recipes and ingredients from Italy. The two owners used to sell their pasta out of Tornatores restaurant but now they have their own shop. While I was there the owner was making gnocchi. They offer so many types of fresh pasta starting at 5.95 and I wanted to buy one of every variety. They offer about 6 or 7 kinds of ravioli. They have containers of made in house marinara (7.95) and meat sauce so you can purchase everything you need to cook up a pot of pasta. For dessert they have tiramisu, pistachio and ricotta or Torta Della Nonna by Bindi. The frozen pizza has unique toppings. I bought the zucchini and at home the pizza baked up to perfection. The pizza was thin and the crust came out crunchy. I loved it. I also bought a tray of lasagna that was frozen. You let it defrost a little and then bake it in the oven. So easy to make and so good. The store offers items in frozen and refrigerated cases and shelves of a few Italian cooking staples. The couple that owns this store are so friendly, happy to explain anything and excited to have their own store. I like that you can buy authentic restaurant quality food at Supermarket prices. Check the weekly hours as they are open certain days and right now close at 3 pm.

Massimo has a wide variety of fresh pastas to choose from. They were out of gnocchi when I came,…read morebut they made fresh gnocchi for me on the spot. They also have a nice selection of prepackaged foods. great service, great food, I will be back.

This restaurant saved our night. Our prior reservation for 10 people did not go well. We wanted an…read moreItalian night, despite all the mishaps. They were able to seat our entire party of 10 immediately. The restaurant was full, but they still accommodated. Our server took some time, but understandably so. We all had the Almafi martini, I enjoyed it. Now let's get into the food. The bread, my gosh, to die for. We also ordered calamari for the table--- amazing. We loved the big portions. For my entree, I got the lobster pasta. Their pasta is made in house from scratch, I loved it. However, I wished the lobster portion was bigger for the price. Nonetheless, this place made our night. Also, the left overs I took home, guarantees my return. Thanks VIVO!

Great service! After being out in the Florida heat, the air conditioning felt amazing. The staff…read morewas friendly, welcoming, and helpful. The atmosphere was open, comfortable, and had a nice Italian flair. The pizzas tasted homemade, and they even grate fresh cheese by hand if you'd like extra. Both pizzas had a bit more sauce than we prefer, but they were cooked perfectly with a great crust. Overall, it was a great experience!

Mangia moved since my last review and it's better than ever. They're on the southern end of Avalon…read morePark and they serve up some amazing Italian cuisine. Still 5 stars since I can't bump it up another notch. They have their staples like Chicken Parm, Lasagna, Bolognese, Shrimp Fry Diavolo, Puttanesca , Piccata, Gnocchi, and a variety of delicious pizzas and appetizers. There are too many to name. This restaurant can stand on their own with their standards. Where they stand out is with their specials. The chef here is always innovating and trying some new dishes. I wish I could get a notification of what's on the menu each night. I've had some amazing surprises with the taste and presentation of these dishes. And when they have wedding soup (Christmas time), I definitely make sure I go. I feel like part of the family when I go here. They always recognize us and some of the staff even resembles member of my extended Italian family. They cook better than my Italian grandma (shhhh, don't tell her). They also just opened a sister restaurant (Amalfi) down the block so they're taking over Avalon Park! I've been here a lot and plan on going a lot more. Some of the best Italian food in Orlando! So glad it's close to my house!

Our daughter is living in Orlando, and while we were visiting from New York, she wanted a little…read moretaste of home -- good New York Italian food. And arguably, New York has some of the best Italian food in America, so we definitely weren't expecting to find anything in Florida that would really compare. But WOW. This place absolutely blew us away! Family-owned and operated by an Italian family, and honestly, from the moment we sat down, I had a feeling it was going to be good. The food was incredible, the service was easily 5 stars, and the ambiance in the outdoor dining area was second to none. It genuinely felt like we found a little taste of New York in Orlando. This will absolutely be our regular go-to for Italian whenever we're in town!

Kind of like hidden gem this place…read more It's small place, not fancy at all, but the food is fresh and they make their sauce, it's not like American sweet sauce. We went to lunch but didn't know they have menu for lunch and dinner (better options, more expensive but bigger portions) so we definitively will come back to try dinner menu even on lunch time. Prices were so cheap!

An amazing experience! I've driven by this place so many times and I know it's a community staple…read more I finally got the chance to come in for lunch! Service was fast and friendly! They had a lunch menu and lunch specials which was nice to see! My partner and I split a large Greek salad and the pasta special of the day which was a penne Marsala. Both were absolutely delicious options! The ambiance was lowkey, gave old Italian vibes which was darling and charming! I will definitely be back!

My family and i had a great dinner here, largely because of Carla and Amber. They took great care…read moreof us over the course of the meal, the food was fantastic, and we were seated in the bar area, allowing us to watch the end of the Spain vs. Portugal World Cup match. It was a great meal. Thanks again, Carla and Amber!

Maggiano's Little Italy on I-Drive seems focused on events and tourists. The corporate Maggiona…read morewebsite showed a lunch menu, but this restaurant told us they "didn't participate" in the lunch menu. So we ordered from the dinner menu and had leftovers to take on our drive home that day. My guests were European, so I had to remind them the restaurant is Italian-American as the explanation why the food had excessive breading and cheese which is why it seemed different than Italian food in Europe. Service was slow which seemed to be caused by the number of guests. We had drinks and filled up on dinner portions, but we all decided we would pick somewhere else the next time we went to lunch in the area.

Had never heard of End End Market until this recent trip I took and some locals a.k.a. my…read morecolleagues who live here told me about it. They have a good variety of restaurants and a couple shops. It's a lot more chill than other places in Orlando I feel like, and seems to be mainly locals rather than tourists. We came for breakfast and I got Lineage Coffee, Papi's Burritos, and Gideon's Cookies. We sat outside and there's plenty of seating and open air concept outside. I would definitely come back here again!

I found out about East End Market from the show Somebody Feed Phil and I have to say it does feel…read morelike a hidden gem. It has such a strong local vibe and it is cool to see a mix of smaller vendors alongside some more well known food spots. That said there are a few things worth noting. First, seating can be a challenge. There is plenty of outdoor seating but not much indoors. The day we went it was pretty hot and sitting outside was not the most enjoyable experience at times. Second, I fully support spending money at local businesses but the tipping culture here felt a bit excessive. I bought a bag of coffee beans with no drink and was prompted for a tip. I spent $45 for 12 pieces of chocolates at Oban Chocolatier and was asked for a tip there too. Same thing when I spent about $25 on four cookies at Gideon's Bakehouse. I am happy to support but it started to feel like a lot in a not enjoyable way. Third, the hours between vendors can be a bit awkward. We came around brunch time which worked for some spots but others were not open yet. For example, Domu does not open until dinner (5PM) and Gyukatsu Rose was not opening until later in the afternoon (3 PM) Overall, I think this is a great place to check out especially if you enjoy trying a variety of local spots. Just plan ahead for seating and timing and be prepared for lots of tip prompts along the way.

Excellent food and very attentive staff. They were very helpful and accommodated my food allergy…read morewith such kindness and care. I was also pleased that the service flow went so smooth despite a packed and busy place. The food is absolutely delicious and the environment is very warm and inviting. I'll definitely go back.

Not exaggerating when I say this is my fav pizza in Orlando. It's like impossible to get a seat…read morehere unless you have a reservation. The first time I went, I sat on the bar and I enjoyed it a lot. The second time I sat outside and it was super hot but still worth it. I always order their hot honey pepperoni pizza & it blows me out of the water every time. They have a pretty good happy hour with some nice selections. I ordered theCetriolo that contains cucumber vodka, agave, lime, white cranberry, & basil. It was light and pleasant. It made the heat way more bearable!

My girlfriend and I only got their drinks here. We really liked the ambiance and setting here. It's…read moresuper tucked away and literally hidden. It looks so small on the outside but it's a big establishment. Based on aesthetics it looks really amazing. Our bartender was really nice and charismatic, talking to everyone at the bar table. My girlfriend loved the smokiness of their drink and I liked my espresso martini. They weren't too strong, and a bit on the pricier side. It wasn't one of the best espresso martinis I've had, but decently tasty.

I rarely leave negative reviews, but this experience was so disappointing that I feel compelled to…read moreshare it. From the moment we arrived, we felt unfairly judged. As the hostess walked away from our table, she commented that our group was going to be "nothing but a problem." The basis for that assumption? One member of our party had simply helped clear and organize the table to make the seating process easier and faster for the staff. Yes, we were a lively group. We were on vacation, having a great time at Disney, laughing and enjoying each other's company. What we were not was intoxicated. The situation escalated when one of our friends was accused of being drunk and our entire party of 10 was asked to leave. The problem is that she wasn't intoxicated at all. What makes this especially troubling is that our friend has worked incredibly hard to maintain her sobriety and recently celebrated 12 months alcohol-free through AA. To be publicly accused of being drunk after reaching such a significant milestone was humiliating, heartbreaking, and completely unnecessary. When we brought our concerns to the General Manager, Scott, we expected leadership. We expected someone who would take a moment to assess the situation, listen to both sides, and use his own judgment. Instead, he simply stated that he trusted his employees and made no effort to independently evaluate what had happened. A manager's job isn't to blindly accept accusations. A manager's job is to gather facts, assess the situation, and make informed decisions. In this case, Scott failed to do that. As a result, the restaurant lost a party of 10 customers. More importantly, they deeply hurt someone who has spent the last year fighting for her sobriety. That's the part of this experience we won't forget. Everyone makes mistakes. Great restaurants acknowledge them, learn from them, and treat people with dignity. Unfortunately, this experience was defined by assumptions, poor judgment, and a complete lack of empathy from both the staff and management.