There's a reason a certain stretch of Sand Lake Road is nicknamed "Restaurant Row." This patch of real estate is filled with more than a handful of the area's best eateries that attract both tourists and locals alike. From franchised spots, to one-of-a-kind Central Florida fare, the options are limitless both for your stomach and pockets. Here's how to tackle one of the Orlando area's best foodie hotspots.
The best places to eat along Orlando's 'Restaurant Row'
By Orlando Weekly Staff on Fri, Feb 23, 2018 at 10:03 pm
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Kokino Tapas and Cocktails
7705 Turkey Lake Rd., 407-270-9199, http://www.kokinorestaurant.com/This American-style tapas joint highlights freshness from their ingredients to their uniquely presented meats like their spicy tuna that’s stuffed in a waffle cone. Small plates not your thing? Don’t fret, make way for their brunch menu that changes just as much as the Orlando weather.
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Rocco's Tacos and Tequila Bar
7468 W. Sand Lake Rd., 407-226-0550, https://www.roccostacos.comThis Mexican cocina brings everything we love about Mexico right to the heart of Central Florida with their 425 varieties of tequila and Mexican delicacies. Get your guacamole made tableside for a nice little avocado-filled treat or order some tacos, enchiladas, tortas and much much more.
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7730 W. Sand Lake Rd., 407-930-0402, http://www.eatatrasa.comThe authentic taste of Southern Indian and Indo Chinese cuisine shines bright here. This is not your typical Asian hawker joint, this place delivers elegant cultural street food on a platter.
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Bosphorous Turkish Cuisine
7600 Dr. Phillips Blvd. Suite 108, 407-352-6766, http://www.bosphorousrestaurant.comThis family-owned joint is dishing up authentic Turkish food in the Central Florida area where customers are carried on a boat in the center of Istanbul. Homemade hummus and hand-carved lamb shish kebabs are among the delicious options here.
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Amura
7786 Sand Lake Rd., 407-370-0007, http://amura.comAmura is a place that entertains with not only their hibachi grill, but also with the artistic design of their sushi. This place offers a variety of cocktails and sakes that come in different flavors, like their coconut infused sake.
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Cedar’s Restaurant
7732 W. Sand Lake Rd., 407-351-6000, https://www.orlandocedars.comThis Lebanese-inspired restaurant shows their culture both through the food and live music. Their menu features traditional Lebanon cuisine from their appetizers, like Baba Ghanouj, and Kafta kabobs.
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The Pharmacy
8060 Via Dellagio Way, 407-985-2972, http://thepharmacyorlando.com/At this speakeasy-style restaurant, cocktails are known as “Elixirs,” food as “Prescriptions” and chefs as “Pharmacists.” The pharmacist here prescribe their beaker filled with gremolata french fries with a side of spicy mayo and done up ketchup.
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Dragonfly Robata Grill and Sushi
7972 Via Dellagio Way, 407-370-3359, http://www.dragonflyrestaurants.comWith fish flown in from Japan and fresh produce from the farm, you know you are in for a treat. This restaurant specializes in Japanese robatayaki, a similar method to barbeque, in which food on skewers is slowly grilled over the fire.
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The Melting Pot
7549 W. Sand Lake Rd., 407-903-1100, https://www.meltingpot.comNative to Florida, this franchise is offering fondue galore with many melted options to dip and spin your ingredients in. They’re serving up a variety of melted goodness with cheese fondues from cheddar to bacon brie, to their dessert chocolate fondues like their white chocolate creme brulee.
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Eddie V’s Prime Seafood
7488 W. Sand Lake Rd., 407-355-3011, https://www.eddiev.comSeafood is their speciality, with fish arriving daily from coastlines around the world. Their steaks receive the same amount of attention with their proteins aged for more than 28 days.
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Urbain 40
8000 Via Dellagio Way, 407-872-2640, http://urbain40.com/Urbain 40 is dishing up American and continental classics. This 1940s-style neighborhood eatery has flatbreads, pasta, diverse cuts of steak, and a happy hour for their plates and adult beverages.
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Ocean Prime
7339 W. Sand Lake Rd., 407-781-4880, https://www.ocean-prime.comMatching the surf with the turf, Ocean Prime has a killer filet mignon and Kansas City strip that weighs in at a whopping 16 ounces. If you’re wanting to ride the wave, you also can try their beloved lobster tails and teriyaki salmon.
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Peperoncino
7988 Via Dellagio Way, 407-903-1100, https://www.peperoncinocucina.comThis place features Southern Italian cuisine a little off the beaten path of Restaurant Row. The menu changes daily, but the pastas are always perfetto and pizzas are fit for any family feeding a village.
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Roy’s Restaurant
7760 W. Sand Lake Rd., 407-352-4844, https://www.roysrestaurant.comRoy Yamaguchi, a James Beard Award-winner, started the Roy’s franchise in 1988 in Honolulu, Hawaii. He brings his Hawaiian and Asian fusion to Central Florida with a taste of the sea. They offer signature sushi and premium sake all day long, and specials during their “Aloha Hour.”
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Saffron Indian Cuisine
7724 Sand Lake Rd., 407-674-8899, http://www.saffronorlando.comSaffron is providing Orlando folk with some authentic North Indian grub. Saffron plays as key ingredients in their rice dishes such as lamb biryani which is seasoned with saffron and other aromatic spices. This flavorful rice should always be on the table. If lamb isn’t your thing, then try the chicken, goat or vegetable option.
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Seasons 52
7700 Sand Lake Rd., 407-354-5212, https://www.seasons52.comSeasonally-inspired menus feature fresh ingredients based on when they’re in season. Their style is mixed with rustic cooking techniques that involves brick ovens and an open-fire grill. They serve up simple meals from flatbreads to exquisite dining options like Asian-glazed chilean sea bass.
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Slate
8323 W. Sand Lake Rd., 407-500-7528, http://www.slateorlando.com/With a menu that rotates regularly you will want to come in and grab a bite before your favorite disappears. But something you can look forward to is the grilled meats, fresh seafood, unique sandwiches and pastas, pizzas and in-house desserts.
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Vines Grille and Wine Bar
7533 W. Sand Lake Rd., 407-351-1227, http://www.vinesgrille.comMake a reservation at this high-end spot, where the wine list is as extensive and unique as the food menu. Chef-composed meals make a debut on the menu, with their Chilean sea bass that comes with a saffron lobster risotto.
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The Whiskey
7563 W. Sand Lake Rd., 407-930-6519,https://www.downatthewhiskey.comThis whiskey menu is insane, with dozens of options that you can sample. Known for their gourmet burgers and sandwiches made with locally-sourced ingredients, this whiskey-inspired menu can satisfy any meat craving.
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Chatham’s Place
7575 Dr. Phillips Blvd., 407-345-2992, https://chathamsplace.com/This elegant spot is offering organic dishes used with fresh herbs, vegetables and fruits straight from the chefs own garden. Chef Tony Lopez gives customers a seasonal experience that is driven by freshness like their variety of salads and vegetable filled sides menu. The live music played every night also is a nice touch to the atmosphere.
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