Cheryl Rodewig
Cheryl Rodewig is a lifestyle journalist and editor who’s been covering things she likes, mainly food and travel, for the past 15 years. Along the way, she picked up an MBA, got an award one time (thanks, Georgia Press Association), and had her words appear in such places as USA Today, The Guardian, AARP, the London Evening Standard, and all over cherylrodewig.com. When she isn't writing or planning her next trip from her home base in Florida, she's often cooking in her kitchen but probably not following the recipe.
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The Best Restaurants In Orlando
Whether you’re a longtime local or just visiting, here’s where to have your next great meal.
Pom Pom’s Teahouse & Sandwicheria
Pom Pom’s Teahouse & Sandwicheria is an art-plastered Bohemian spot in the Milk District. You'll find everybody from city officials to drag queens here, and it's a great casual lunch move.
The Monroe
The Monroe serves upscale comfort food, like excellent fried chicken, in Creative Village.
Agave Azul
Agave Azul is a Mexican restaurant and an ideal family dinner spot, especially since it's less than 10 minutes away from the Wizarding World of Harry Potter.
Soseki
Try to snag a reservation at Soseki, a 10-seat omakase spot doing edo-style nigiri and creative small plates in Winter Park.
Light on the Sugar
The crème brûlée cream puff from Light on the Sugar in Winter Park is a must-order.
Pig Floyd’s
You’ve had good barbecue before, but when you want brisket tacos or a pulled pork bánh mì, head to Pig Floyd’s in Mills 50.
Otto’s High Dive
You definitely come to Otto’s, a rum bar in the Milk District, for the drinks, but you should stay for the Cuban food.
Adriatico Trattoria Italiana
Adriatico Trattoria Italiana is a perfect cozy spot for a date night in College Park.
Lee & Rick’s Oyster Bar
Lee & Rick’s is an Orlando Institution in Orlo Vista where you should eat seafood at the bar.
Antonio’s
Part Italian specialties shop, part restaurant, Antonio’s in Maitland is where you should go to pick up some wine and cheese. Or stay for lunch and have some pasta.
The Ravenous Pig
With a dining room, bar, and tap room, The Ravenous Pig in Winter Park is the answer to just about any dinner situation.
Mathers Social Gathering
If you dream of being someone who sips drinks in an ornate study, Mathers Social Gathering in downtown will be your favorite bar.
The Best Restaurants In Tampa
All the city’s essential spots for seafood platters, steaks, Cubans, and more.
Bern's Steak House
Bern's is equal parts high-quality steakhouse, immersive wine cellar, and upscale dessert parlor.
Goody Goody Burgers
Good Goody Burgers opened in 1925, and it feels like Calvin Coolidge is still president when you walk into this old-timey Hyde Park Village diner.
Wat Mongkolratanaram
The perfect Sunday brunch in Tampa? An outdoor Thai feast at Wat Mongkolratanaram in Palm River-Clair Mel.