I decided to do my last magical dining for 2026 here. I made a reservation through OpenTable. I…read moredecided to sit at the bar since it was open, and tried the Capari cocktail for 15 dollars. It was literally bitter sweet, with the sweetness coming from the fruits, and the bitterness most likely from the liquor. It was still a good and refreshing drink. For the appetizer, I had to try their unique and popular pork belly s'mores. It looked like a dessert, but a sweet and savory dish. The pork belly was braised nicely and tender, with the marshmallow adding the sweetness. The homemade crackers were very nice, and the jalapeno added a nice kick. The main dish was the bourbon chicken. It was nicely tender and had a hint of sweetness from the bourbon. The rice went well with the chicken, and the broccolini was perfectly grilled. For dessert, the bread pudding with ice cream was a perfect end. Moist and delicious. It was getting full, so I was able to save some and enjoy at home too. The service was attentive with my bartender checking up with me occasionally. They were quite busy, but still friendly. The dining area looked dark and a bit more formal than last time I visited. But still social and relaxing. I didn't get to see the outdoor patio, but it looked nice from the inside. I parked at the UCF/Valencia garage, which was 3 dollars per hour. Sadly, they don't validate parking. I am so happy I ate at the Monroe for my last magical dining. It's been a while since I eaten there, but the food and drinks are still great. I must say the food was definitely high in calories, sugar, and fat, but it was well worth it. It's just that good in a very nice environment. Definitely will come again when I need southern comfort food! Overall: A

We came here for our 2nd magical dining experience for this season and it did not disappoint. We…read moregot seated immediately after briefly taking in the beautiful atmosphere. The server came around and took our orders, promptly brought our water every time our water was low, and checked in on us. I got the Caesar salad, the Mushroom Stroganoff and the bread pudding. All three were delicious. The salad was straightforward and was exactly what I would expect from a Caesar salad, but the stroganoff was the standout. The pasta was perfectly cooked and beautifully presented. The only thing I could say that would make it even better was if it was a little less salty. The mushrooms really carried through, the sauce was creamy, and the micro greens helped brighten up the brown color palate. The desert, I love bread puddings and this had a modern twist. It was served as a square, crispy on the outside, like it was deep fried, covered with cinnamon sugar, but still soft on the inside. It was almost like a bread pudding crossed with a churro, which I loved. Highly recommend, I will also say, I love all their restaurants.

The Diner is a popular breakfast, brunch, and lunch restaurant near Universal Studios. It is known…read morefor its New York style comfort food and creative breakfast and brunch dishes. It is a family owned restaurant founded by New York natives who noticed a gap in Central Florida for high quality, authentic New York style diner food. The original location opened on Universal Boulevard in the Lake Cay area, near Universal Orlando and SeaWorld. The restaurant quickly became popular with both locals and vacationers looking for an alternative to the standard hotel breakfast buffet. Following the success of the Universal Boulevard location, the owners expanded to additional Central Florida locations, including Lake Buena Vista and Dr. Phillips. The Diner has gained attention for its creative twists on classic comfort food. One of its signature dishes is the Bennyffle a combination of Eggs Benedict served over a waffle. The menu also features specialty cereal pancakes, including Fruity Pebbles and Oreo Crunch, along with classics such as chicken and waffles. In July 2026, the Universal Boulevard location even became the center of a viral national news story after a family of seven including children reportedly walked out on a $298.47 breakfast bill. The story highlighted how hard family businesses work and how an incident like this can affect them. I recently met up with a group of friends at The Diner for brunch. The Diner can get crowded, and they do not take reservations. I am grateful that one of my friends arrived very early to wait for a table for our group. The diner offers a selection of coffee drinks as well as alcoholic beverages, making it a festive spot for brunch. Since I had a long day ahead, I stuck with coffee and ordered the signature chicken and waffles. The combination was delicious. The crispy, savory fried chicken was the perfect partner to the soft, buttery waffles, while the warm, sweet maple syrup contrasted to the salty chicken. It was a very large portion and I really enjoyed my meal. The service was excellent, and the staff were very accommodating when we needed several separate checks. I loved my visit to The Diner, and the experience was made even better by sharing brunch with a great group of friends. Good food, friendly service, and even better company made for a memorable morning.

(July 28) Where do…read moreyou go to meet up with a group of Yelpers who are all about food?! Well, that was my dilemma! After searching yelp for a breakfast/lunch place, The Diner seemed to hit the mark. They do not take reservations and your entire party must be present when your table is ready. I arrived early and put my name on the list so by the time everyone arrived, our table was ready! Heather was our server and she was amazing. She made our experience here easy & stress free. The 6 of us were able to chat, catch up, eat and drink in a timely manner. We were not rushed which is always a plus. I ordered the Belgium waffle with a scrambled egg & an ice mocha latte. Perfect amount of food for me. Ariel ordered the fried chicken and waffles which was huge. A few ordered the chicken Caesar wrap which looked very good. I would definitely go back the next time i am in town. *Prices are moderate *Plenty of parking in the lot ~ and that's all I have to say about that...

Love this restaurant. Service and food are always superb. The magical dining menu is really good…read more I started with a Tuna crudo. Perfect combo of seared tuna, cucumber, and pineapple. The course I chose was the atalntic salmon over Brussels sprouts. Perfectly cooked and portion was just right. Finished it with the olive oild cake. First time for me. Nice and moist with fabulous citrus notes. Every was exceptional.

Gave Sixty Vines a try for Magical Dining. My group of ladies kept growing and we ended up having a…read moretotal of 12 (which is the max. party size to be honored for MD, according to website guidelines). Expanding the number of guests from the original reservation was not an issue at all. Contemporary decor, airy dining space and an open kitchen create a trendy, upscale setting. It's a popular place, so the noise level gets up there. Our server, Shenica, was a pro, flawlessly meeting our needs with vibrancy. She made sure our long table was never overloaded with unnecessary clutter. Her knowledge and guidance were precise and valuable. Not everyone in our party went with the MD menu. A downside was late pizza delivery for those who ordered it. The rest of us were well into our meals by the time pizzas finally arrived. Apologies and updates were provided, though. Another fail was the MD meatball appetizer (Albondigas). Disappointment rolled into a ball. Bland, dry meat. Nuts and sauce provided only mediocre flavor. First bite of Pork Pappardelle was a bit salty, but more savory balanced as I continued on. Finished the entire dish. Sticky Toffee Cake was warm, spongey goodness. Thinking about it takes me to a happy place. Really enjoyed my glass of Ferrari-Carano Fume Blanc. Right up my alley as a regular pinot grigio enthusiast. I know I'll return. The brunch menu is very enticing.

Jordan R was the best! Very knowledgeable and great service! Was a pleasure during my first visit…read morefrom out of towners! Very big portions - Great food! Marcia from Maryland!

Fantastic restaurant. Staff and service are outstanding. Come hungry because everything is extra…read morebig portions.

When visiting Orlando, my boyfriend suggested this place near his aunt who we were picking up to…read morestay for the weekend while we visited the family. We arrived just before 10am on a Saturday, and just beat the rush that lines up outside. This place is popping! Order at the counter and pay to have brought out to you. Beverages are also served to you, and you can request a refill. Very cozy place, and love that separately is the bakery so you can do dining, bakery, or both if you desire. What I Enjoyed: - I'm Not Throwing Away My Shot (Hamilton Menu): This scone was on the Hamilton Menu, which I thought was neat as a I'm a theater nerd. My boyfriend said he enjoyed it as it was not too sweet. The ingredients (white chocolate, raspberry, and blueberry) paired well together, and if we were local, he'd get again. - Oatmeal Cream Pie: This was STUNNING. Yes, all caps needed. I think this was one of my favorite baked goods since my cousin stopped her bakery stand selling the best oatmeal chocolate chip cookies. I hope this is both a staple item, and we visit Orlando soon to get one! Yum! - se7en Benedict: Loved the biscuits as it tasted like a true southern biscuit. Loved the cheddar chive grits that I shared with my boyfriend who also enjoyed. I'd definitely order again! Definitely check out this place if you are in Orlando!

Was in Orlando today and decided to try out seven bites due to reviews. Sadly I ordered the…read moreBenedict and was pretty disappointed. Not much flavor at all in the sauce. You also only get 1 biscuit, a slice of bacon and 1 egg. These were baked/cooked well but should get at least 2 eggs with bacon atop the halves of a biscuit for the price. This normally comes with grits but I subbed for a salad which was fresh and had a delicious dressing. 3 stars for the food. The restaurant is very cool and has a fantastic looking bakery section. I didn't get to try any of the treats but I do plan to come back to try another menu item and will save room for dessert. Service is so friendly and top notch. Addl star given for the crew. Plenty of parking.

This was our second visit, and once again, we were exceptionally pleased! This time, my daughter…read moreand I enjoyed the Magical Dining menu, and we had another amazing experience. A special shout-out to our server, Diego! He was on point all evening--professional, sweet, and attentive, checking in on us throughout our meal without being intrusive. The ambiance is perfect. I especially appreciate that you can actually enjoy a conversation without having to talk over the people at the tables around you. For appetizers, we had the Caesar salad and dynamite shrimp. Our entrées were the salmon and steak frites, and for dessert, we had the chocolate cake and caramel lava cake. Everything was delicious, and by the time we finished dessert, we were pleasantly stuffed! Another wonderful experience at The Hampton Social. We'll definitely be back!

I've been here a few times and each visit never disappoints. Cocktails are perfectly crafted and…read morenot to mention strong !! For this visit, we went for their magical dining ($40 menu). We did end up waiting at the table for 20-25 mins before anyone came to us. Unfortunately, we also waited about 20 mins for our cocktails as well. Apps: Caesar Salad - The freshly shaved parmesan was the best thing paired with a creamy caesar and fresh lettuce. This was a close 1st place caesar salad on my list. Santa Fe Salad - Loved that there was a whole avocado included with the salad. It really broke up some of the bold/intense flavors that come from a southwest salad. Entrees: Honey Glazed Norwegian Salmon - Presentation was great and the salmon was cooked perfectly. The bed of carrots were tasty and paired nicely with the salmon. Steak Frites - The fries were FANTASTIC. I couldn't stop eating them. The steak was cooked medium well so it was tender, juicy, and flavorful. Dessert: Caramel Lava Cake - Hard outside but warm gooey inside. Paired with ice cream and caramel oh so good!! Doughnut Drops - I NEED THESE EVERY TIME I GO HERE. Wow, thanks to magical dining I ended up trying these and WOW WOW WOW. Thin crunchy outside and a pillow soft inside. Came with a chocolate dipping sauce and ice cream. PLEASE get this!! Overall I give it a 4/5. Food is excellent, Service was friendly and helpful but the wait times are unfortunate. Ambiance is great and lively but can get a little loud. Parking is accessible through a paid parking garage and hampton social does not validate the parking **

I am lucky to have experienced their other location on Park Ave first…read more It's my first experience here. I made reservations for their Cakeistry event to celebrate a birthday. This location offers private parking area. It's a little bit bigger. A huge THANK YOU to JR, Manager and his team who helped make this experience magical. We had so much fun while making great memories. We ordered cocktails, patisserie and shared small bites while decorating the cake pieces. They offer coffee options and cocktails. I loved their Expresso Martini. The cake pieces are top quality and delicious. Staff were very attentive and polite. Again, thank you for making this day very special.

The Chocolate Duet Cake from The Glass Knife said "I'm rich, I'm dark, I'm decadent... and I know…read moreit." Look: 5/5 -- Absolutely gorgeous. She came dressed for the occasion. Elegant, glossy, and almost too pretty to eat. Almost. Taste & Texture: 4/5 -- This cake is RICH rich. Deep, dark chocolate, decadent layers, and the kind of cake where you take a bite and need a moment of silence afterward. The cake itself? BLISS. Moist, luxurious, chocolatey perfection. My only little "ehhh" was the texture of the glaçage drip. Personally, it wasn't my favorite mouthfeel--but listen, that did NOT stop my fork from continuing its ministry. If you like your chocolate cake dark, decadent, rich, and a little sexy... baby, this is the move. Basically, this isn't "lemme grab a little piece of cake." This is "close the blinds, cancel my plans, and leave me alone with this chocolate decadence." Chocolate Duet Cake: 4/5 Would absolutely commit chocolate sins again.

I found out that the Glass Knife location on Park Avenue was doing Afternoon Tea, but only on…read moreTuesdays, so I took a day off work to go. Yes, I like Afternoon Tea that much. Though I've been to their main (and larger) location by the Winter Park Library, this was my first time at this location. It is a lot smaller so I would recommend getting reservations no matter when you are coming. The inside was decorated in much the same way and I was excited that we were seated in one of the starry alcoves. I had already reserved the Afternoon Tea so it was all set up for us. We were given the tea menu as well as the regular menu in case we wanted anything else. There were a few teas to choose from so I picked English Breakfast. While it was a tea bag, I was pleased it was Rishi, a more premium brand. Our 3-tier tea tray came out and it looked fabulous! The 3 sandwiches were egg salad, chicken salad, and pimento cheese, and they were all delicious. The scones were fantastic as well and were served with raspberry Jane and a mascarpone cream, which was very close to clotted cream. The top tier had bon bons, petit fours and fruit tarts. It was very filling. For the top layer, I ordered a mint tea and it paired really well. I don't know if this location will keep doing Afternoon Tea or if they will still only do it on Tuesdays but I highly recommend it!

Great spot for dessert and late night coffee, although the americano seemed to lack flavor and to…read morewatered down, but was still needed to keep going tonight Really cute cookies and desserts It's a smaller location isn't too far from here and has the same theme throughout with the friendliest service

Cafe Tu Tu Tango is amazing! I can't even describe how pleasant and breathtaking the atmosphere is…read more You are surrounded by lovely artwork and equally lovely servers (especially Yasmin, you were fantastic!) Everything we ate was delicious i can't wait to come back!

Café Tu Tu Tango was such a cute and intimate spot with a really unique atmosphere! We tried the…read moreTex-Mex Taco Pizza and Cajun egg rolls, and both were really good (My honey was excited to try to the Tex-Mex) The portions are on the smaller side, but the prices aren't bad, and I actually liked that the smaller plates give you a chance to order a few different things and try more of the menu. The atmosphere definitely makes the experience. There was live music while we were there, and I loved that they also have artwork throughout the restaurant that you can actually purchase. It gives the space so much personality and makes it feel different from your typical restaurant. Service was decent. It was pretty busy, so our server only checked on us a few times, but overall we still had a good experience. I'd definitely recommend Café Tu Tu Tango for a cute date night or as a fun pregame spot to grab food and drinks before going out!