Visit Orlando's Magical Dining Month is back, giving all of us foodies an excuse to pig out on some really good, and sometimes budget-busting, food from restaurants all across town. Beginning Aug. 29, through Oct 2, select restaurants will offer prix fixe dinners for $33, and here are 26 dishes that we can't wait to try and you shouldn't either.
26 dishes you should be eating for Magical Dining Month
By Orlando Weekly Staff on Fri, Aug 19, 2016 at 4:34 pm
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Grilled Meatloaf on Lobster Mashed Potatoes at Soco
Anyone with a soft spot for mom’s meatloaf will love this one, plus the lobster mash and andouille sausage gravy ups the dollar value for the prix fixe meal.
629 E. Central Blvd., 407-849-1800
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Anyone with a soft spot for mom’s meatloaf will love this one, plus the lobster mash and andouille sausage gravy ups the dollar value for the prix fixe meal.
629 E. Central Blvd., 407-849-1800
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Confit of Duck Leg at STK Orlando
Normally we’d say go for the gold-medal beef at this internationally acclaimed steakhouse, but it’s not often a dish as complicated and hearty as cassoulet with duck confit and gigante beans sees the light of day.
1580 Buena Vista Drive, 407-917-7440
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Normally we’d say go for the gold-medal beef at this internationally acclaimed steakhouse, but it’s not often a dish as complicated and hearty as cassoulet with duck confit and gigante beans sees the light of day.
1580 Buena Vista Drive, 407-917-7440
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Grilled Baby Octopus at Cuba Libre
Baby octopus is not exactly an inexpensive ingredient, plus it’s marinated in truffles, which increases your buck bang.
9101 International Drive, 407-226-1600
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Baby octopus is not exactly an inexpensive ingredient, plus it’s marinated in truffles, which increases your buck bang.
9101 International Drive, 407-226-1600
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Escargots de Bourgogne at The Boheme Restaurant
It doesn’t get more classic than escargots, if you’re looking for a fancy French dinner to impress a date. Just be careful with those tongs. Them suckers are slippery AF.
325 S. Orange Ave., 407-581-4700
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It doesn’t get more classic than escargots, if you’re looking for a fancy French dinner to impress a date. Just be careful with those tongs. Them suckers are slippery AF.
325 S. Orange Ave., 407-581-4700
Photo via baByDream7/Tripadvisor
Whole Robata Grilled Ika (Squid) with Lump Crab Fried Rice at Dragonfly Robata Grill & Sushi
The super-hot robata grill is a perfect place to get a nice char on an ika, plus the jumbo lump crab fried rice is an indulgent side for a $30 dinner. ???
7972 Via Dellagio Way, 407-370-3359
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The super-hot robata grill is a perfect place to get a nice char on an ika, plus the jumbo lump crab fried rice is an indulgent side for a $30 dinner. ???
7972 Via Dellagio Way, 407-370-3359
Photo via Hector R/Yelp
Chicken a la Oscar at Eleven at Reunion Resort
Another dual-meat, uber-classic preparation of “airline chicken” (just means that it’s still on the bone = more flavor) plus jumbo lumb crab meat, couscous salad and bearnaise sauce.
7593 Gathering Drive, 407-396-5290
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Another dual-meat, uber-classic preparation of “airline chicken” (just means that it’s still on the bone = more flavor) plus jumbo lumb crab meat, couscous salad and bearnaise sauce.
7593 Gathering Drive, 407-396-5290
Photo via Eleven at Reunion Resort/Tripadvisor
Berkshire Pork Chop at Everglades
The heritage breed chop (pricier than your run-of-the-mill pork) is brined and served with fried green tomatoes and whiskey-glazed apples.
9840 International Drive, 407-996-2385
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The heritage breed chop (pricier than your run-of-the-mill pork) is brined and served with fried green tomatoes and whiskey-glazed apples.
9840 International Drive, 407-996-2385
Photo via Rosen Dining/Facebook
Churrasco at Fogo De Chao
Choose from 12 different cuts of Brazilian-style rodizio meats, as well as appetizers like pao de queijo (puffy cheese bread) and sweet plantains, plus the salad bar. During MDM, the meal is $18 off the regular price.
8282 International Drive, 407-370-0711
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Choose from 12 different cuts of Brazilian-style rodizio meats, as well as appetizers like pao de queijo (puffy cheese bread) and sweet plantains, plus the salad bar. During MDM, the meal is $18 off the regular price.
8282 International Drive, 407-370-0711
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Fried Avocado at Itta Bena
The swank NOLA-themed spot is starting diners off with an avocado stuffed with lump crab meat salad, warm remoulade and piquant pico de gallo.
9101 International Drive, 407-757-2910
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The swank NOLA-themed spot is starting diners off with an avocado stuffed with lump crab meat salad, warm remoulade and piquant pico de gallo.
9101 International Drive, 407-757-2910
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Grilled 12-oz. Tuscan Ribeye at Cala Bella
Steak is usually a good option if you’re looking to get your money’s worth, and this Tuscan ribeye is crusted in Gorgonzola cheese and herbs.
9939 Universal Blvd., 407-996-3663
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Steak is usually a good option if you’re looking to get your money’s worth, and this Tuscan ribeye is crusted in Gorgonzola cheese and herbs.
9939 Universal Blvd., 407-996-3663
Photo via kristineyoungin/Instagram
Chocolate & Peanut Butter Torte at K Restaurant
You have not had chocolate and peanut butter like this before. The peanut butter mousse is impossibly rich, plus the chocolate cookie crust provides plenty of crunch to foil that wonderfully fatty filling.
1710 Edgewater Drive, 407-872-2332
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You have not had chocolate and peanut butter like this before. The peanut butter mousse is impossibly rich, plus the chocolate cookie crust provides plenty of crunch to foil that wonderfully fatty filling.
1710 Edgewater Drive, 407-872-2332
Photo via chefhollywog/Instagram
MM Soda Float at Morimoto Asia
Worth it simply because you can’t get it anywhere else. The Japanese soda tops boba pearls, mixed berries and vanilla gelato, and it’s one of the Iron Chef’s signatures.
1600 Buena Vista Drive, 407-939-6686
Photo via orlfunandfood/Instagram
Worth it simply because you can’t get it anywhere else. The Japanese soda tops boba pearls, mixed berries and vanilla gelato, and it’s one of the Iron Chef’s signatures.
1600 Buena Vista Drive, 407-939-6686
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Pepper-Crusted N.Y. Strip Medallion at Artisan’s Table
Why this steak? The oven-roasted bone marrow (a.k.a. bone butter) that tops the cut, plus Gorgonzola cheese and demi glace. You won’t leave hungry.
22 E. Pine St., 407-730-7499
Photo via Amanda F/Yelp
Why this steak? The oven-roasted bone marrow (a.k.a. bone butter) that tops the cut, plus Gorgonzola cheese and demi glace. You won’t leave hungry.
22 E. Pine St., 407-730-7499
Photo via Amanda F/Yelp
Pan-Seared Florida Mahi “Dynamite” at Oceanaire Seafood Room
Step back in time at this sleek seafood temple for a spicy lobster and crab-crusted slab of local mahi mahi served with, what else, “rooster” sauce.
9101 International Drive, 407-363-4801
Photo via laceymatherne/Instagram
Step back in time at this sleek seafood temple for a spicy lobster and crab-crusted slab of local mahi mahi served with, what else, “rooster” sauce.
9101 International Drive, 407-363-4801
Photo via laceymatherne/Instagram
Chocolate Mousse Cake at Osprey Tavern
Beyond the dark and white chocolate crumble and cherry chantilly cream, the Luxardo cherries, which go for about $20 for a 14-ounce jar) are an upscale addition to this dessert.
4899 New Broad St., 407-960-7700
Photo via klcarlucci/Instagram
Beyond the dark and white chocolate crumble and cherry chantilly cream, the Luxardo cherries, which go for about $20 for a 14-ounce jar) are an upscale addition to this dessert.
4899 New Broad St., 407-960-7700
Photo via klcarlucci/Instagram
Carpaccio at Ravello at Four Seasons Orlando
Unless you’re on an expense account, MDM is the perfect time to try the epic(ally expensive) Italian eatery. The carpaccio of Piedmontese beef, cured mushrooms, pickled radish and watercress is a stand out.
10100 Dream Tree Blvd., 407-313-7777
Photo via rahwayemane/Instagram
Unless you’re on an expense account, MDM is the perfect time to try the epic(ally expensive) Italian eatery. The carpaccio of Piedmontese beef, cured mushrooms, pickled radish and watercress is a stand out.
10100 Dream Tree Blvd., 407-313-7777
Photo via rahwayemane/Instagram
Route 528 at RusTeak
Not just a cut of beef adorns your plate (points to the kitchen for choosing the flat-iron steak, which is super flavorful and underappreciated), it’s topped with local Canaveral shrimp and hollandaise.
2625 E. Edgewater Drive, 407-540-1100
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Not just a cut of beef adorns your plate (points to the kitchen for choosing the flat-iron steak, which is super flavorful and underappreciated), it’s topped with local Canaveral shrimp and hollandaise.
2625 E. Edgewater Drive, 407-540-1100
Photo via floridafoodiegal/Instagram
Heritage Pork Belly at Spencers for Steaks and Chops
Start off with this app that features two trends: heritage hogs and pork belly. It’s a sweet/savory combo of Gala apple, huckleberry, pecans and apple chips.
6001 Destination Pkwy., 407-313-4300
Photo via spencersforsteaksandchops/Instagram
Start off with this app that features two trends: heritage hogs and pork belly. It’s a sweet/savory combo of Gala apple, huckleberry, pecans and apple chips.
6001 Destination Pkwy., 407-313-4300
Photo via spencersforsteaksandchops/Instagram
Vegeterian Paella at Tapa Toro
Even with the added protein (chicken or shrimp for only $6 more), the vegetarian paella is a steal, when the dish usually skirts $30 on its own outside of MDM.
8441 International Drive, #260; 407-226-2929
Photo via zengrrl/Instagram
Even with the added protein (chicken or shrimp for only $6 more), the vegetarian paella is a steal, when the dish usually skirts $30 on its own outside of MDM.
8441 International Drive, #260; 407-226-2929
Photo via zengrrl/Instagram
Sweet Boards at The Ravenous Pig
Worth it for really one reason: You get three desserts. RavPig started this dish during brunch and it’s been a huge hit. The MDM iteration (not pictured above) has chocolate-Nutella fudge, a chocolate chip fritter and an ice cream taco.
1234 N. Orange Ave., Winter Park, 407-628-2333
Photo via theravenouspig/Instagram
Worth it for really one reason: You get three desserts. RavPig started this dish during brunch and it’s been a huge hit. The MDM iteration (not pictured above) has chocolate-Nutella fudge, a chocolate chip fritter and an ice cream taco.
1234 N. Orange Ave., Winter Park, 407-628-2333
Photo via theravenouspig/Instagram
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