After an extended day of exploring Adventure Island, we decided to dine at Bigfire in City Walk. The menu selections were enticing, and despite our limited appetite due to the heat, we ordered a Short Rib Flatbread and a Red & Gold beet salad. Both dishes were expertly prepared and served by Neici, our server. The restaurant itself exudes a fine dining atmosphere, which is a pleasant surprise for amusement park fare. Neici guided our attention to the open window overlooking the protein preparation area, which provided an interesting spectacle of chefs and kitchen staff at work. Our dining experience would have been exceptional had it not been for the initial seating arrangement by front desk staff. Although we were the second party in line for the opening at 4 pm, we were directed to an adjacent window dining area where a large portable fan noisily circulated air onto our assigned table. The logic behind seating an early guest at this table is unclear, as the main dining area and the adjacent dining area remained unoccupied. The front-end staff's decision resulted in the loss of the restaurant's 5-star rating, not our server or the food. Our server, Neici, was exceptionally knowledgeable and pleasant, encouraging our return. She even recommended returning to City Walk after 6 pm for complimentary parking and enjoying the restaurant and parks' evening hours. We would welcome her service on a future visit. read more

Bigfire - Red & Gold salad, short rib flatbread - American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Couldn't resist stopping in for dinner on our way out of Universal Studios. You could smell the food on the grill from outside and that drew me in. The restaurant is very nice and depending on where you sit, you can still see everyone walking by outside and enjoying themselves. It also has plenty of seating. We were seated immediately and our waitress came over right away to take our drink orders. It was a super HOT day so the iced water was amazing. The waitress explained the wood used on the grill, which tempted me to shift to the lamb chops. I asked for them to be cooked to temperature and they came out perfectly cooked, still moist and delicious. All of the meat is only seasoned with salt and pepper, which is appreciated for those who enjoy the flavor the grill gives. The mashed potatoes and the mushroom risotto was were also delicious. Once you see my pics, you'll know I wasn't kidding around. I will definitely revisit this place when I return to Orlando. read more

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Decided to eat here while visiting Universal Studios because you can smell the food cooking over the wood as you walk by. The restaurant is nice and has an upscale look. The staff was extremely friendly and explained how the food is cooked, seasoned, and what type of wood is used. I ordered the Beer Can Chicken with roasted potatoes, mac n cheese, and cornbread. The cornbread tasted sweet and cake like. The chicken was tender, juicy, and the BBQ sauce was homemade for sure. It was so good. The mac n cheese could have used a bit more seasoning. The potatoes were good but I wish there were more of them. This place is a gem and if I lived close by, I would return here often. read more

Bigfire - Beer can chicken with roasted potatoes, mac n cheese, cornbread, and tomatoes. - American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Finding a decent and affordable sitdown restaurant in a touristy destination like City Walk is like winning the lottory! So glad that my friends and I randomly decided to eat here. Looking around at other people's plates, the food looked super good and filling. I just went with the burger and was pleased. I believe our server's name was Angel, and she was wonderful. And the ambiance was that of a casual steak house and was great for people watching. My buddy forgot his crossbody and because I put my number down for our reservation, the restaurant was able to text us and alert us. Super grateful for that. read more

Bigfire - Smash Burger - American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

The service this time was outstanding! I believe our waiter's name was Josh, and he did an excellent job. Thank you for providing such great service. My husband tried the steak again after several years and really enjoyed it this time. We also tried the Alaskan dessert, but it was just average. I'd recommend sticking with the chocolate cake or the s'mores instead. I ordered the salmon, which Josh recommended, and I'd give it an 8/10. It was good, but compared to the lamb shanks, I'd choose the lamb shanks again without hesitation! Pro tip: Make a reservation ahead of time to make getting a table much easier for your party. read more

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This place was solid. nothing outstanding, nothing out of order, just a strong entry into the upscale burger and steak category with bit of a flare. Ate here with my wife and a friend and we shared a Burger, the cheese fondue and some flat bread. Nothing was special, but everything held up to a good standard. The flat bread was a bit bland, and the cheese was a bit clumpy, but the ingredients all seems fresh and the portions sizes were good. The prices are city walk prices so know going in that there's nothing cheap on the menu. The place was spacious though and the service was good which puts it above several other places in the area. If you are looking for American fare with a little elevation this is a good option read more

Bigfire - cheese fondue - American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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We stopped into Bigfire on a Tuesday evening. The menu has been curated for upscale dining, and the prices reflect the high quality of the food. $26 was the lowest priced entree. A $26 (and fries, which wasn't listed in the menu. I mean, it was a good burger. Maybe I'm just getting too old, but I don't know how anyone affords meals in the Universal City Walk. Anyway, our server, Autumn, was very nice, attentive without hovering, and knowledgeable about the menu. I thought the ambiance was lovely. High ceilings, so it wasn't loud. read more

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Well worth EVERY Penny. Best mussels I've ever had. I had the trout for an entree and it was delicious!! Very impressed with my sister's steak as well. Jonathan at the bar did a terrific job. I don't typically love espresso martinis, but he crafted the BEST one! We did the table side smores for dessert. It was a cute experience and definitely curved my smores craving. It's been a very long time since we've been impressed by a meal at a restaurant in Orlando, let alone one of the theme park/resort area ones.... So big thanks bigfire!!! read more

We had an amazing time with our server David. We enjoyed lamb chops and the wagyu rib eye with chimmichuri. The food quality and taste was worth the splurge. The lamb sauce was flavor packed as was the fresh chimmichuri. Desert was the table side smores. Ending the experience delightfully. I'm turning 50 and this was a dinner with my child that we will both remember. The place is pretty inside and can get loud, it's universal but we were sat in the perfect location for people watching and intimate conversation. read more

Bigfire - American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

If you are looking for a nice lunch or dinner with great steak options as a change of pace from theme park fare, Bigfire has what you need in City Walk! The service is lovely. The cocktails are delicious twists on traditional recipes. The proteins are well prepared. The stars of the show are the appetizer selections and sides- we will go back again and again for the fondue platter, bread, and Brussel sprouts! Your check will be hefty, but it will be worth it with those apps in your belly and a nice old fashioned in your hand! read more

Was here with some friends. The place is huge with plenty of seating and cool vibes. SERVICE: It was great this evening as far as friendliness goes. It did take some time to get our drinks and the server disappeared every now and then. (This the 4 instead of 5 stars) FOOD: Super tasty!! We tried a few things from their burger to the ribeye. Everything was cooked right and tasted great!! If you are at Citywalk - this is a good option for you. read more

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Another great dinner at Bigfire. This time we were seated in the main downstairs area and it was a busy night. We frequently had people squeezing in between our table and the other ones next to us. I would recommend requesting to sit upstairs. They have some cool seating where you can look over the edge. Our food was delicious, as always, and perfectly cooked. I don't generally like carrots, but these were really good. I had to try my husband's fries, for research purposes, and those were nice and crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside, hot and fresh. read more

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The steak was delicious and perfectly cooked! Might be a bit pricey here, but it is worth it. We also got the Premium Angus Ribeye Steak along with the Gorgonzola Truffle Butter (which I felt they should offer a smaller half size for half the price) and it was so good! My friend got the brussel sprouts, and a baked potato and the potato was huge! I did get the Raspberry Lemonade too and it was a refreshing drink. The ambience of this place makes me think of a restaurant you might find at a ski lodge, though this FL girl has never been. Just with the smell of wood in the air is so nice. We had a great server who checked in on us often, that was great service! I would definitely go back. read more

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Pros: great service, great food, great setting Cons: salmon was mid We had an amazing time here! I don't usually give out five stars, so this is a big deal for me. Right off the bat our server, Rebekah, was FANTASTIC. Could not recommend her enough. We had reservations at 7pm, and they sat us right around that time! We got two Hugo spritz's which were delicious, the fondue and butternut squash soup to start. Everything was super delicious, we never stopped and thought "where is our food", and Rebekah checked on us multiple times throughout the meal. For the main dish we had the vegan steak and the salmon. The vegan steak is to die for. It's sooo yummy, and doesn't feel like you are eating veggies at all. The salmon wasn't anything special, but it was still good enough that we ate it all! The sauce they put it in was very good. We had the s'mores for dessert which was such a fun experience. And we ordered two more spritz's. Even after our check was paid we didn't feel rushed at all, and we got to finish our drinks in peace. The place itself was super cute. We sat in an area looking outside which was nice. It didn't feel super crowded or packed together. I didn't see any booths which was fine, but we usually prefer a booth over normal seating. The food was all delicious, our server was hands down the best server I've had at universal, and overall the experience was such a good way to end our day! I would 100% come here again, and would recommend it to anyone looking for a nice dinner out in citywalk! read more

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Here for a friend's birthday about early February! We got seated fairly quickly but I think my friend has the reservation for that! The menu is fairly high price and the receptionist is very friendly. However the server is a little disappointed to us. But anyway, I ordered a salad and a drink. It was ok. The restaurant is clean and well decorated but I felt like it is more for the tourist than my liking! read more

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Stopped in for dinner after a day at epic universe and it was such a good experience. I am vegetarian so we stopped in for the plant based steak. Best steak I've ever had! We also started with the Brussels sprouts... phenomenal. Ended the meal with a peach cobbler that melted in my mouth. Really good service as well, our waiter Keith was kind and attentive. We will be coming back and bringing friends!! read more

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So yummy! 4 of us had dinner here on Jan the 2nd We ordered the Brussel sprouts and smoked trout dip for appetizers. They were both very delicious!! Brussel Sprouts were cooked perfectly and hit the spot. The smoked trout is delicious! Perfect amount of smoking on a dip made of smoked trout. It's served with crackers and it's wonderful! My wife and daughter ordered the Salmon and loved it! Generous piece of grilled salmon perfectly done was so delicious! I had the short rib and it was yummy! Tender smoked short rib covered with a tangy bbq sauce. Very tender and yummy! My son had the mussel appetizer along with a side of mac n cheese. He loved it! Mussels perfectly cooked served with a cheesy Mac n cheese covered with smoked pulled pork. He loved it! Please see the pictures below and let your eyes do some feasting! read more

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We loved this place! This was the best meal we had all week during our stay in Orlando and at universal studios. We were at Universal to celebrate our college grads and this was our celebration dinner. It was perfect. We ordered the fondue and the bread. Highly recommend! The drinks are fun too. Most of us ordered the filet. Delicious. Our server Rachel was amazing. She was prompt, friendly and made many great recommendations. Did not get any photos because we were living in the moment. The restaurant was clean, nice and we had a lot of room for our party of 7. Thank you, Big Fire, for a memorable dinner! read more

I was pleasantly surprised by our dinner here! I was expecting a tourist trap based on the location, but it was wonderful. Our server Patrick was awesome, personable, helpful, and attentive. We were seated right on time (with a reservation), at a nice window view of the crowd and lake. The kids menu includes a drink and side, and my son loved the sliders. They were also very accommodating to gluten free diners. The skillet roasted mussels appetizer (smoked salt, lemon butter, with gf bread sub) was delicious and unique. Same with the wood charred Brussels sprouts (tajin, almond dip, shishito peppers on side), interesting mix of flavors that blended great together. The steak with roasted marble potatoes was awesome, with a distinct wood smoke taste in the edges of steak. The prices also were not super high for the quality of food, service, and atmosphere that we experienced. read more

Recommended by a friend, I made a reservation at Bigfire during a recent trip to Universal for a conference. Unfortunately, this ended up being a one-and-done experience for me. Like many of the restaurants at CityWalk, it just didn't deliver. We started with the fondue appetizer, which was good overall, but still a little lacking in flavor. Decent, but nothing memorable. I also ordered the corn bisque to start, and that was a definite miss. The popcorn was odd and completely unnecessary, and the soup itself was bland almost reminiscent of baby food. Terribly under-seasoned. For my main course, I chose the bone-in short rib. The portion was shockingly small for the price less than the size of a deck of cards. The meat was tender and could have been flavorful, but the cold, unpleasant BBQ sauce on top completely ruined it. It was served with an ear of corn that was shriveled, overcooked, and cold, along with a piece of jalapeño cornbread so hard you couldn't even cut it with a steak knife. Overall, Bigfire was a big miss for me. read more

Bigfire - Fondue - American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

The service here is amazing & the fondue app is killer! This is by far the best restaurant in the Universal Studios area, but it's just insanely expensive. $39 for short rib pasta & not one steak under $50. Wild stuff. Food doesn't need to be this expensive. $19 for a cocktail. $19 for an appetizer. read more

Bigfire was a fantastic steakhouse we ate at while in Universal studios. Highly recommend making a reservation so you don't need to wait for too long. We sat upstairs and had a whole view of the entire restaurant. Rebekah was our awesome server. We started with the wedge salad since I had been craving one! It came with avocado, red onions, tomatoes, egg, bacon, blue cheese dressing. Each and every ingredient was extremely fresh and delicious. I got my bacon bits on the side. Bigfire is unique in that they enhance their flavor by using live fire and two types of wood for the taste of the meat. We ordered the 14 oz ribeye and the bone in short rib along with the Pork Mac and cheese. My mouth is seriously watering thinking about how delicious and flavorful it all was!!! The bone in short rib was Carolina barbecue style served with grilled corn on the cob, vine tomatoes, cipollini onions, spicy maple glazed jalapeño and cornbread. It actually melted in our mouths and was falling apart with each move of our fork. The ribeye came with asparagus and chimichurri sauce on top. The meats were so incredibly tasty. For dessert, we got the Rocky Road Baked Alaska which came with chocolate ice cream, toasted marshmallows, caramel praline crust, huckleberry core, meringue, and was torched tableside which was fun to witness!! Overall 10/10 experience!!! A must go to steakhouse in universal for sure. read more

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The food was delicious just like it was three months ago. The only sad thing is, we don't live close enough to come more often. Our server, Keith was super nice and was a wonderful waiter. It was a fun experience to have seats right in front of the grill. Anthony cooked a mean steak for my husband. It's always nice to come here and leave with a full belly and leftovers! read more

Bigfire - Vegan steak with potatoes, carrots, and broccolini - American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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Universal Studios designed restaurant in the heart of Universal City Walk . It's huge ! I went with the Steak Knife Burger - 1/2lb. black Angus beer, honey pepper bacon, smoked pimento cheese, bib lettuce, tomato, signature brioche bun. The burger was juicy and that honey pepper bacon was the perfect combination. The bun was not too overwhelming. The french fries served with the burger not your typical shoestring, pretty big. And very salty. The service was really good, I asked to be moved as a single diner. I was placed in a heavy traffic area. Luckily, I was moved to the second floor, which I suggest for anybody looking for a nice area to dine in this restaurant. My server Kenneth M couldn't have been nicer, which always makes a difference at a dining experience. read more

Bigfire - Steak Knife Burger - American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

The food was great bbq flat bread and the bbq nachos and cheese. My wife had the mussels and my daughter the chicken finger. Patric our server was exceptional can't wait to go back. read more

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We grabbed a drink and an appetizer at the Bigfire Bar after leaving a day at Universal and it was the perfect spot! My husband and I each got a cocktail and then we shared the Bourbon Cheese Fondue which was the perfect thing to split. Next time we will have to try an entree! read more

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I have to be honest, I didn't know what to expect when my friends and I made a reservation at Bjgfire. I go to Universal Studios quite often, but I never really eat in CityWalk. We had a concert to attend that evening and decided to check out Bigfire. My advice is to make a reservation ahead of time because it does get busy. We were sat by the windows which was a great view of CityWalk and good people watching opportunity ;) Since we were pressed for time, I ordered the burger and fries. I have to say, the burger was really delicious. If was juicy and cooked to perfection, Our waitress was great and made sure we had everything we needed. Next time I am in CityWalk, I will explore the menu more and order something different. Great experience! read more

Bigfire - American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

I got ribeye and a drink. Everything was good. The steak was of good quality but nothing special. At this price point, it's okay. Service is great. They mentioned it could take 30-45 minutes for the steak to come so keep that in mind. The ambiance is loud but nice. read more

Bigfire - Ribeye - American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Great atmosphere, great service, delicious food. Prices are comparable, several options. Alcohol menu is on point for those of you who likes an alcoholic beverage with your dinner too :) I ordered the filet mignon medium rare with potato ya gratin as my side. Cooked exactly the way I ordered it :) happy camper read more

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Came in here to have a drink and to avoid the crowds at the Universal buses. We sat at the bar because the wait for a table was a little longer than we would have liked. We had been hoping to sit outside, but they closed that area up for the night as we were arriving. We ordered two drinks and muscles. My husband loved the muscles and devoured them. I got a non alcoholic drink, which I think was the blackberry breeze, that was pretty good. My husband got the PB&J, which was very much alcoholic! The bartender that got our drinks and took our order was very nice. read more

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Great restaurant. Pricing alittle high but food was great. Location fantastic. Service was always at your call. Very clean restaurant and played nice music read more

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Bigfire was one of the best meals we had during our Universal vacation. I ordered the Kobe steak, and it was cooked perfectly. Our waitress was outstanding--friendly, attentive, and made the whole experience even better. The atmosphere is warm and relaxing, making it a great place to unwind after spending the day in the parks. If you're looking for a quality dinner at CityWalk, definitely put this on your list. read more

Cold butternut squash soup and no one cared to ask why it wasn't eaten. Food took long time. Smashbuger too salty and sauce ruins the taste doesn't help it read more

One of the nicer restaurants in Universal Orlando's Citywalk. Bigfire is very proud of their grill especially their steaks. And for good reason. It's quite well known on the Citywalk at Universal. It has a large presence with seating upstairs with a view that overlooks Citywalk I was told. The view of the fireworks is a plus I was told. I did not get a chance to go upstairs. Maybe next time. The decor is very contemporary with dark walls and curtains but warm comfortable lighting. Our 6 top was seated immediately on relatively busy Monday night. Our server Christina was very knowledgeable and answered any questions. She took our drink orders and returned with a huge loaf of their artisan sourdough bread. It came with some of their herbed butter and peach jam. Yom Yom Yom. I tried their Blackberry Breeze mocktail. Fresh blackberries in ginger beer and spiced blackberry with more crystallized ginger... wow. I really loved this drink! Yom Yom Yom Yom! We tried the Fondue app with braised pork. The dish arrived in a large round wooden bowl with segregated compartments. In the middle was the large warm bourbon cheese fondue topped with the braised pork. In the compartments around it were the grilled asparagus, roasted marble potatoes, shishito pepper and carrots. I kid you not when I say everything just disappeared in about 2 minutes! You can tell that this was not her first night because Christina left the fondue skillet for use to dip our sourdough bread in. Yom Yom Yom Yom! Pulled Boar Sandwich: Being used to Alabama BBQ, this sandwich was a little underwhelming. BBQ can be very finicky to some and Rachel just wasn't feeling it tonight. Sam tried the Grilled Chicken Sandwich. Crispy jalapenos, honey glaze, pepper bacon, arugula on a brioche bun that was charred with the name of the restaurant... a nice touch. It must've been good because he finished it. Tammy sampled the Shrimp & Smoked Cheddar Grits. The grits were a little thicker than what I prefer but it still had great flavor. It's probably thicker because it had more cheddar in it. The crispy pieces of kale underneath added a nice contrasting flavor. The shrimp were seasoned beautifully and tasted so good. Yom Yom Yom. Jeff and Christi got the steak. Specifically the filet and the boneless ribeye. The presentation was spot on and the cook on them was as ordered. I didn't hear any complaints from either especially Jeff who had been craving a steak. Their side of au gratin potatoes was also spot on. I ordered the Brook Trout. Instead of the salad, I replaced with asparagus. It was so good from our app that I had to have more. The roasted marbled potatoes were spot on. But the hero of the meal, the trout... yom yom yom yom. My almost whole trout with tail still attached (minus the head) looked like it was butterflied with the fish intact and grilled. Each side was rather "thin" and I was amazed at how the trout was not over cooked and dry. Nicely done, Bigfire! The atmosphere was inviting and fun with large groups and families enjoying their meals and company. Our server Christina was very attentive and did a great job. Thanks for a memorable evening Bigfire! read more

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Woody was an amazing server! Prompt and attentive. The food was sooooo good! Our compliments to the chefs!!! The Brussels sprouts were from out of this world! Beyond delish! My 12 year old said it was the best Mac n cheese. Husband had a ribeye, said it was good but could've been better. But that's coming from a man who has worked on specializing how to cook a good ribeye. The energy of the place is good. Nice vibe in the restaurant! read more

The wedge salad was ok. The burger was delicious! Slow service. The waiter was slow to serve and the food was slow.

Keith, our server, is a superstar. All the food here has been exceptionally delicious as well as the service. I got the filet mignon as well as brussels sprouts starter and the apple pear cobbler for dessert with an espresso on the side and it was all delicious and pretty reasonably priced for the location. read more

Went on 7/11around 9:15 after parks closed for one of their passholder only menu items that is supposed to be offered. I checked with the front host who made my reservation to ask if they have the item to which he said "oh, absolutely." Great, made the reservation and was immediately sat. Go to order the item and they have to check to see if they have it. They come back and said that they are not going to be carrying the item anymore, which seemed a little crazy to me as it is supposed to be in rotation for another month, but things happen. What really got me is that according to the host I never asked any questions about it. Said that we never discussed it, I never asked about it, and he doesn't know what I am talking about. This was less then 5 minutes after we had the conversation as I ended up not ordering and leaving. Although I was a little annoyed with the item not being there (things happen), I was more annoyed at the insistence that they had the brisket just to get me in the door, and then insisting that the conversation never happened. I had even told him when I asked that it was okay to say that he didn't know. read more

Another excellent experience at bigfire. My husband says their burger is the best in Orlando and I can't argue. It comes with a heaping side of fries dressed in Parmesan. The mussels are so good we get two orders. Their kids meals are fantastic and generously sized. Be aware the lids on the kids cups don't fit perfectly. Proceed with caution. The fondue is an absolute must and if you ask nicely they may bring you extra shishito peppers. Autumn was our server and she was so attentive and kind even when we dropped all our apple juice. A+++ as always. This is my favorite stop on citywalk. read more

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Made reservations online, were seated within 2 min of reservation. Had great window seat and could watch people leave the park. Great service, all food came out timely. My salmon was cooked perfectly, roasted mussels appetizer plenty for two. Hubby said his tbone was excellent. Maybe should have skipped the bread appetizer and got the tableside smores. Highly recommend read more

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