I don't know what to tell y'all. This place was a vibe and the food was perfect. Get the scallops. Please get the scallops. Order 2 or 3 sides and make it a hungry man entree. They were that good. Winter Park my new go to area when I visit Orlando. read more

Armando's - Scallops - Pizza Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

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I will start by saying that I come here often. To say that this is my comfort restaurant is an understatement. This restaurant is one of the things that I am fond of in life, and has been a part of many important times of my life. My favorite thing about the menu, is that there are many items which are very, very abundant in sauce, and I have the habit of leaving the plate clean. The sauces are absolutely phenomenal, so remarkably sensible. For many of the items of the menu, it happens that I find new qualities of taste each time I order it. I don't like overextending myself and this review is long enough, I will simply say, that if I could cook like one person, I would want to cook like the chef of Armando's. If I could only ever eat with one sauce, it would be from Armando's. If I could ever go to one restaurant again, it would be Armando's. read more

Took my niece and be boyfriend to dinner. We were all craving Italian and what a great location. Nice space and great staff. So professional and attentive. Great menu and options for your group. Pasta, meets, veggies and pizza to choose from. The food was fantastic and plentiful. I was flying out so could not bring my large over pizza but would if I could. So yummy We were having so much fun, I forgot to take pictures but the pizza, lasagna, chicken Parnassian and pasta were top notch. Parking in street, and high can be a challenge but worth the visit. read more

Armando's - Pizza Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

Off Park Ave and it was early dinner so parking was easy. Ordered up some carbonara and four cheese raviolis. Our entrees came out very quickly and both were very good. The staff were very attentive and offered suggestions for dinner and dessert. It was a quiet meal but this place gets cranking on the weekends apparently. So reservations are a good idea during primetime. read more

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Food is phenomenal! My spaghetti and clams dish was the envy of the table. Location is on a very nice street with other fancy restaurants. Our service was good but not great. It took a while to get our bread. There is an open kitchen concept. We were seated by the kitchen. It's a very popular restaurant so can get loud. read more

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Can't say enough good things. Sat outside although while it was hot, it was OK with the fans. Our server was great. The Food, however was the stand out. 10 out of 10. read more

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Food was amazing, service was top notch and Jonathan was the BEST bartender- our espresso martinis were AMAZING!

Enjoyed my Tia's suprise birthday, staff was kind, food was amazing, veryyy delicious, cant complain

SERVICE: 5 FOOD QUALITY: 5 DRINK QUALITY: 5 ORDER TIME: 5 AESTHETICS: 5 NOISE LEVEL: 3 MENU SELECTION: 5 OVERALL EXPERIENCE: 4.71 Cute little Italian restaurant in winter park that our friends wanted to have lunch at. We requested to dine on their back patio which is gorgeous. Our waitress was superb and on top of everything throughout the meal. We were extremely pleased because we didn't know what to think from the mixed reviews online. I had a Burrata e Prosciutto pizza. The pizza was absolutely amazing. The dough was crispy and fluffy, and the sauce was special. All of the ingredients were top quality. Everything ordered looked amazing, and the portions are quite large. Overall, the experience was amazing. Was the perfect dining experience with friends. The staff from the front door and our server were amazing. Definitely worth a visit if you love Italian food. read more

Armando's - Pizza Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

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This restaurant is a great family facility. I love the outdoor terrace. Unfortunately the night we went was busy and there were not many servers to help with our large party. Our server seemed very flustered. We did have a cook come out to entertain my little ones. But outside of that the food was delicious. We tried each others dishes and i love getting pasta from here. read more

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Armando's is one of the only Italian restaurants I really love in Orlando. My family and I have been coming here for years. The outside seating is really nice and inside the restaurant it is loud but you can see the chefs at work in the kitchen. We went here recently to celebrate my mom's birthday and enjoyed the magical dining menu for $40 including an appetizer, entree and dessert. Everything was so good! Calamari fritti, shrimp cocktail, spaghetti Alla vongole, veal piccata, and pumpkin ravioli. For dessert we had the tiramisu and a limoncello cake that were both to die for! I've been nonstop thinking about the meal the last few days and had to give them a good review. If you're reading this, go get yourself some delicious Italian food and enjoy their magical dining special! read more

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We recently stopped by Armandos for dinner and overall enjoyed the experience. We were told this was a great place to eat so we had to try it. We were seated immediately on the patio which was beautiful and comfortable. Our server was very attentive and friendly. For an appetizer we got the calamari which was a nice sized portion, but lacking any sort of seasoning. The batter, however, was crispy and fresh though which was nice. We then both got the arugula salad that was with our entree and it was fresh and tasty. It was a simple salad of arugula, a tomato type dressing and some Parmesan. For entrees we got the Seafood Risotto and the Sausage & Pepper Pasta. The risotto was extremely flavorful and had reminded me a bouillabaisse with perfectly cooked seafood. I would get that again in a heartbeat. The pasta dish was simple, lacked seasoning, but a decent dish. Overall we will return as there are many menu items that look well. The risotto was perfectly seasoned while the other items were very lacking, so could have just been an off night or a new cook. I recommend you try this restaurant if you are in the Winter Park area. read more

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Service! Grumpy bartender lady acts like customers are an inconvenience and not appreciated. Customers quickly departing after drink or food order asap. I doubt her demeanor would be so dire with Armando there. read more

My wife and I had a great lunch yesterday, and can't wait to go back! Armando's just elevates Italian to the highest levels. Everyone has lasagne but this is the best. You can get carbonara a lot of places but this is the best. The super Tuscan red wine was excellent and all of it was a terrific value. The timing of the service was perfect and the chef even stopped by to personally check on us. Wow! It was the experience everyone hopes for. read more

FINALLY, an Italian spot that has an all beef lasagna!! It was good! Food was served quicker than I expected and the staff was nice. Would definitely come back, nice spot for a date night or friend catch up! read more

Armando's - Lasagna - Pizza Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

5 Star update for the best outdoor date night ambiance and dishes that left us smiling! It's been almost 10 years since my previous review and a recent date night at Armando's begged for an update. We called same day and scored an outdoor table reservation. As a note, if it's not a weekend, you shouldn't have problems with no reservation. If the weather is nice, I highly recommend the outdoor seating, for a prime spot looking out at beautiful Hannibal Square. Things we ordered and loved: - Insalata Fresca, but also the Insalata della Casa. Their side salads are always perfectly dressed with housemade Italian vinaigrette tossed throughout. This tangy dressing, paired with arugula and shaved parmesan is ideal when paired with a rich pasta dish. - Arancini appetizer. It's so good, guys. The crispy rice along the outside, along with the creamy cheesy interior and the acidic tomato sauce creates a balanced, rich and decadent dish. - Spaghetti Carbonara. It's a classic for a reason, folks. The salty and crispy pancetta is the right topping for the creamy pasta. We had leftovers and the dish held up the next day too! - Limoncello Cake. Finish the meal with this bright and tart cake! It won't disappoint. - Cocktails. A note about their cocktails. They are boozy and filled to the brim! My almost overflowing martini glass lasted me the whole dinner! Overall, great date spot that is back on my rotation! read more

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The service and the food are amazing. Our party had the clams, ravioli, chicken Marsala and I had chicken cacciatore. The portions are a good size. Our server couldn't be nicer or more attentive. I live in Lakeland but when we visit our daughter we have dined have dined at the College Park location several times, never disappointed, highly recommend, lovely location offering indoor and outdoor dining. They also offer brunch on Sunday's read more

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Disappointed. We used to love going to Armando's in College Park so when we had the opportunity to visit the Winter Park location we were excited. We were sat and greeted quickly. We were ready with our order calamari, spaghetti with meatballs and a Caesar salad. Our first indication that something was off was when our salad arrived. I have never had a Caesar salad made with iceberg lettuce. We were hungry so we powered through. The entrees came and were as we had expected. Great sauce and meatballs, When we went to pay our bill our food server asked, "how was everything?" I inquired about the salad. She seemed shocked herself as the salad should have been like every other Caesar salad we have ever ordered, romaine. When she returned with our bill she told us she had asked the Chef about it. According her she explained that they had gotten a bad delivery and had substituted iceberg. She offered us a free dessert, which we did not want . But this is where they lost me. They charged us for the salad. I can see doing it if we wanted a dessert, ok? Why not let your servers know in advance so they can inform customers as opposed to making them go out and explain it after the fact? I fear that since the brand change in College Park that Armando's Brand has suffered. Unfortunate. read more

Loved everything about this place. We were seated at a nice little table outside. The weather was perfect. Our super attentive and hard working server Joseph made our experience there even better. We started with the meatballs. They were so tender and the sauce is spectacular. We were fighting over it. Then they brought the bread. It was like a light focaccia with a Parmesan crust. It was superb. We had three baskets of it! Then I got the chicken Marsala with mashed potatoes and my sister got the chicken parm with spaghetti that we topped with vodka sauce instead of marinara. The dishes were so very good. They were both excellent but I couldn't stop eating the chicken parm dish and it was so big, my sister and I finished the chicken parm plate and I took the Marsala home. I ate the Marsala today for lunch and it was fantastic. I went inside just to see what it looked like and it was so quaint and rustic with just enough elegance. The kitchen is completely open which I love. I will most definitely be coming back here. It was simply amazing. read more

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The food here is outstanding. People complain about the noise, but it's a big open restaurant so on a Saturday night a party of 10-it's going to be noisy! Try to book a table outside if you have a big party but also understand that because it's such a popular place You shouldn't give a negative review because it's noisy. The service is always outstanding as well. I've been coming here for years-and it is a "must stop" when I come back to visit friends in the Orlando area. The pizza is fantastic, but my favorite is always the chicken with pancetta, mushrooms, and onions over spaghetti. Yum! read more

Our first time here, and it did not disappoint. It only took me two years to find an Italian restaurant that truly brings me back to the flavors of Chicago--rich, authentic, and absolutely delicious. From the warm ambiance to the perfectly crafted dishes, this place is a new favorite. Here's to many more nights of great food with my sweetheart. Our server, Zaniba, went above and beyond to ensure we had an exceptional dining experience. From the moment we were seated, she was attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable, making sure every detail was just right. Her warm personality and excellent service truly enhanced our meal, making it not just enjoyable but memorable. We couldn't have asked for better hospitality--thank you, Zaniba! read more

Customer for more than 10 years. Quality of food went down and service as well. Had lunch today. Lasagna was a joke. read more

I dined at Armandos with my fiancé and our friends (party of 10) to celebrate our engagement this past Friday night and it was all around a positive experience with a just a couple minor setbacks. We have been here quite a few times prior and have always found the food to be fresh & delicious - And this time was no different. The bruschetta is well-seasoned and the portion size is massive, the salmon was flavorful and cooked to perfection and the bite I tasted of my fiancé's veal was very tasty (if you're a big lemon fan, you'll love this dish). Armando's is one of the best restaurants you can find in Orlando that offers the next best thing to an authentic Italian experience (I've been to Italy, so take it from me!) The only two issues I had with our evening: 1) It is very, VERY loud. This isn't really the restaurant's fault, but it put a little bit of a damper on our time since it was such a struggle to communicate with everyone at the table, even those seated directly across or even next to us. I'm not sure what can be done to improve this, but my advice is if you're hard of hearing or prefer a quieter setting - Either go on a week day when it's not too busy or take advantage of their outside seating. 2) It took an extremely long time to get our entrees. Totally understand there were 10 of us, but it was to the point where some of my friends were barely even hungry anymore by the time the food finally made its way out. Something else to keep in mind if you're thinking of having dinner here on a weekend with a larger party. Overall we were satisfied and although we probably wouldn't return with a big crowd on a weekend, the delicious food will keep us coming back otherwise (booking outdoor seating next time for sure). read more

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We dined here a year ago and had a delightful experience. Last night we returned and it was awful! They offered a price fixed menu option with three appetizer choices and were out of the calamari. They offered three desert options and were out of the bread pudding. Instead of allowing a choice off the regular menu they limited the choice of appetizer to the available offerings only on the price fixed menu. Never anyone in management came over and the poor server had to pay for incompetent management. How does this happen with a 7:00PM seating??? Never again! Too many other great restaurants in Winter Park!!! read more

Let me preface this by saying that a party of 6 dined there on May 5! While the streets were alive with Winter Park denizens doing their best to celebrate Cinco de Mayo, the six of us were sat outside in the very back corner of the area. Have to admit, it was quite cozy, albeit very dark and the two candles on our table barely lit the area. Our server was Edwin, and he easily helped us make meal decisions based on our tastes. When our appetizers were unavailable, he helped pick alternatives that were better than our original choice. The kitchen and restaurant were super busy so I won't complain about the time it took to get our meals, or the warmth of each dish. My rigatoni was very good and we did receive free bread despite some previous reviewers saying it was not available. I don't go out for Italian pasta dishes, and this gathering was for a birthday, but if was invited back, I'd enjoy eating there again. read more

Armando's - Bread and oil - Pizza Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

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We came in on a Sunday afternoon with a group of friends that come here regularly. This was our first time so we were eager to try this place as they regularly sing praises about it. For starters they ordered the risotto balls and the calamari. Both were good and they were accompanied by marinara sauce for dipping. Warm bread with olive oil also found it's way to our table, I don't know if this was ordered by someone from our table our they give it to you as a starter while you wait for your food. My husband had the spaghetti with meatballs and I naturally, dove right in with my fork so I can describe it first hand. The pasta was nice, nothing wowed me but the real magic was in the meatballs. It was soft and melt in your mouth kind. Only 1 other place I've been to besides this one has had great meatballs. I had the Ravioli Al Funghi. It came stuffed with butternut squash in a bed of warm butter sauce. It tasted ok, the butter seemed a little burned or had bits of something that stayed a little too long in the heat, maybe the herbs. The portion also left me satisfied but knowing I would be hungry again soon. Overall mixed feelings about this place and would try a different dish if I were to stop by. read more

Armando's - Ravioli Al Funghi - Pizza Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

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This is your typical mom's and pops pizzeria without the moms and pops warmth. Our server wasn't friendly but got the job done. The food is good, homemade-like and their specialty seems to be pizza. I would recommend for very relaxed settings, or an on the go weekday lunch, but it's not the type of restaurant you would go on a date nor for the experience. read more

Excellent Magical Dining experience. Started off with the Carpaccio di Salmone and Capesante Con Pancetta. The smoked salmon dish was good but the Scallops and sauce in the Pancetta were incredible. We could have made a meal out of that dish it was so good. Kudos to our excellent server Joseph that brought us over an extra bread basket to enjoy the remaining sauce. For the entree I had the Rissotto Pescatore which was delicious with a hefty serving, definitely brought home leftovers. My boyfriend enjoyed the Vitello Picatta which had a great lemony, wine, caper sauce. Finally for dessert I enjoyed the cannoli which was excellent, filling had a little lemon hint to it and my boyfriend ordered the chocolate cake which he also raved about. Can't wait to come back! read more

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Great Italian spot! Near DT winter park came here later on Friday evening. Love the vibe and even better food! Got the mushroom ravioli and the vodka pasta - both were great. Definitely will come here again read more

Armando's - Mushroom ravioli - Pizza Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

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This italian gem is located in winter park and is one of the best italian places in town. As you walk in you get welcome. They have a great space for sitting outside and inside, they also have a bar in case you want to sit by the bar. Great customer service the waitress was so friendly. Food is amazing is a must try restaurant. They have a great variety of pasta, salad appetizers and desserts. They also have a great variety of drinks and wine to choose from. read more

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Wow!!! What an incredible restaurant with good service and incredible food with reasonable prices!!! I was really impressed with Pollo Marsala and house salad. My family also liked dishes they have ordered. Great restaurant in downtown of Winter Park. Definitely a place to come back to!!! Amazing place. read more

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Environment really nice and staff very friendly. Meatballs were fresh and delicious. Carbonara was ok. Special of the day, pork chops, ok. read more

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I love their Ravioli con Zucca e Mascarpone (Butternut squash and mascarpone cheese ravioli in a brown butter sage sauce). It comes topped with some cookie crumbles to add sweetness. I like to sprinkle a little salt on it to add a little contrast to the sweet flavors. The Ravioli al Funghi (mushroom ravioli) is very good as well. I don't even like mushrooms like that but these are so good! The cream sauce has a good flavor. Unfortunately, it tends to be very warm inside the restaurant so it's best to go when the weather is nice so you can sit outside instead. (This is a huge deterrent for me). I had their lemon creme brûlée for dessert, which was very good. read more

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I was meeting potential clients here and they had chosen the spot and made the reservations. It is in a great spot in Winter Park, an awesome location with bricked streets and lots of other restaurants nearby. I was able to park really close, score, and breeze right in. They had a check-in stand outside the door where a woman and a man were standing having a conversation. I walked to them first and they didn't spare me a glance so I smiled awkwardly for a few moments before saying, "Hi, I am meeting some folks here for dinner, do I check in here or inside?" The man looked at me like I was dumb and grunted, "Inside." Um, thanks. It was charming outside, a wrap-around patio with full awnings, cute rattan or wicker seating (I just don't know the difference), and the tables weren't all squished together, nice and roomy. So, I go inside, and its a bit dated, but nice. Open and airy. The bar was directly to my right and then there was kind of a wrap-around kitchen counter cook area to my left. I didn't see my clients yet so I just stood there awkwardly until someone noted my presence. A gentleman asked me if I had been helped, I had not. I told him I was meeting folks there and they had a reservation. He asked me what name it would be under, he kind of shrugged seeming to check his memory and then asked me to come outside with him to the check-in stand. The same one I started at. The two were still there chatting it up. He mentioned to them I had reservations so the woman looked in the book and pointed to the name, he then asked me to come with him an seated me. So, at that point, I didn't think it was going to be promising. My waitress was efficient. She didn't introduce herself, so I don't know her name but she made sure our water or wine glasses were full. She took our orders and they came out correctly. So there was that. The food was good, but not great. Overall, was just an ok experience. Not sure I would go out of my way to go back, but I would try other restaurants in that same area! Too many choices to go back for mediocre. read more

Excellent food, service and ambience! Everything we've had has been delicious! Will return when we visit our daughter at Rollins. We've made reservations once and just walked in once - they were very accommodating both times read more

I wish I had more pictures of this beautiful restaurant. There was outdoor seating which is a plus to me, so I'm not too sure what the inside looks like. Our server was top tier! His name was John and he was at our every need and we had a great conversation through the whole night. The food was outstanding. Super flavorful, everything was perfect. I didn't picture everything I got but it was so amazing. I will be returning and you should definitely try this spot out! read more

Armando's - Calamari Fritti - Pizza Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

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We had our daughter's wedding reception at Armando's. From the moment we chose them, we knew we were in capable hands. The indoor-outdoor flow worked perfectly. The culinary experience was exceptional. The chef created a menu that accommodated our dietary preferences while impressing our guests. What truly elevated our experience was the service team Samuel and Capri. They were professional yet warm, ensuring glasses were never empty and that every guest felt attended to. We had an unforgettable experience that we and our guests will cherish forever.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ read more

We ate at Armando's and had a fantastic time. The restaurant itself was very clean and tastefully furnished, with ample seating both indoors and out, and plenty of convenient parking. Regarding the food, their Spaghetti Carbonara was great, and their Papardelle alla Vodka was delicious! The server was warm and professional as well. We had a great time, and would highly recommend this restaurant! read more

I kept seeing @eatdrinkorlando recommend this place and I completely agree with the obsession! The vodka pasta was perfect, exactly what I was looking for. I was told the Sunday in Napoli pasta was amazing as well and was literally loaded with meat. We also tried the calamari which was nice and thinly battered with marinara. If I could change one thing it would be adding in some bread to snack on, yum! read more

Armando's - Pizza Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

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Definitely one of my "go to" spots. The outside patio (front always open, the back sometimes) is great even in the rain, like today. Service is great, as is the food. Here is a tip : the happy hour is really good. Beer, wine and spirits all discounted. read more