My husband and I are on a very restricted diet so we each ordered the pan seared chicken for dinner and we loved it! The chicken was flavorful and it was a generous serving so we were both very full at the end. It came with chicken meatballs, cooked green onions that tasted sweet, and a romesco and vinegarette that we had to get on the side. The sourdough bread to start was also fresh and tasty. It was so good In fact we came back again during our trip because its been so difficult for us to find places to eat that have lean meats that aren't too oily, it was perfect and I'd highly recommend it. The inside was beautiful and romantic, and service both nights were attentive and friendly. I honestly wish I could have tried the filet because its probably delicious too. Maybe next time! read more

Flying Fish - Pan-seared Organic Chicken with the vinegarette and romesco on the side. - Seafood Near Me - Orlando, Florida

I haven't been here in a LONG time but it was always a favorite. They have updated the interior and the menu since my last visit and I think both are even better. It's beautiful inside. Service was excellent. And all of our food was perfect. We even went for an interesting shared dessert and we loved that too. I would highly recommend this spot- esp if you like seafood. For Disney, this is a particularly nice restaurant and it wasn't totally loud and overrun. Worth every penny! read more

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We had an absolutely phenomenal dinner at Flying Fish on Disney's BoardWalk. It was easily one of the best meals we've had at Walt Disney World, and honestly one of the best dining experiences anywhere. We started at the bar, where two fantastic bartenders worked together to provide top-tier service. They were friendly, attentive, and clearly passionate about what they do. It felt like they truly enjoyed helping guests, and they made us feel welcome from the moment we sat down. They walked us through the wine list and recommended a glass of Argyle Pinot Noir from Oregon's Willamette Valley. It was vibrant and smooth, with bright cherry and raspberry flavors and just a touch of spice and earthiness. It had a fresh, balanced quality that made it a perfect way to start the evening. For dinner, we ordered the salmon and added asparagus and scallops to the dish. The salmon was cooked perfectly with a crisp, golden crust and a tender, buttery center. The asparagus was fresh and just the right texture, and the scallops were an absolute highlight, seared beautifully with a sweet, delicate flavor and a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Every element on the plate worked together in harmony, and the flavors were rich without being heavy. To go with the meal, we switched to a glass of Château Batailley from Bordeaux. This was a showstopper. Deep and layered with notes of dark berries, cedar, and just a hint of tobacco, it had that classic Left Bank feel but with a smooth, modern polish. The tannins were structured but not overpowering, and the finish was long, clean, and elegant. It brought a really grounded richness to the table that played beautifully with the buttery salmon and the sweetness of the scallops. It felt luxurious without being too bold and was one of those wines that just gets better with every sip. Throughout the evening, the service was truly exceptional. Every cast member we encountered was warm, professional, and kind. The atmosphere felt elevated but still comfortable, and the team struck a perfect balance between attentiveness and relaxed hospitality. The two bartenders who took care of us were a standout -- they were fun, knowledgeable, and always seemed to be there at just the right moment. If you're looking for a special dinner at Disney that combines great food, excellent wine, and outstanding service, Flying Fish is it. We'll absolutely be back. Five stars all the way. read more

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Fantastic food. The New York was fantastic. Loved the risotto. The bread and butter was fantastic. The Manhattan with the vanilla bean was great. The server could have been a little friendlier. He was a little stiff. He needed to relax and have some fun. read more

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Had reservation and still waited. Limited menu with no chef specials. High prices and what you would expect from a resort area dining with mediocre food. read more

Excellent food, service and ambiance. Omar was our waiter and he was fantastic along with all the staff there. This is a pricer restaurant but it is Disney and lots of families with kids end up here. This didn't deter us or a great meal. We ordered mussels app, potatoe wrapped snapper, and the NY strip. All the meals were wonderful. The NY strip was amazing and better than expected, very happy it was suggested by Omar! Order it cooked just as the chef suggests, rare + but this ended up being my medium rare just as I would have wanted it. We had intentions to go to the cake bake afterwards for dessert but the wait was too long. Excellent evening on the Disney boardwalk. read more

This restaurant provides class and beauty from start to finish. The table was ready at the time of our reservation although we were early so we went out to the boardwalk to wait and watched some jugglers performing. When they texted us and we returned, they remembered us and ushered us through the exquisite dining room to a lovely two top. The ceiling is adorned with glass balls and flying fish in a wave pattern and the colors of the walls are deep blue, giving a sense of being surrounded by water. The serving ware has handled slightly sculpted to give a sense of fish tails, with carved scales in them. Our server came immediately and provided the menus and cocktail lists. My husband ordered an old fashioned and I ordered a vanilla Manhattan. His old fashioned was perfect but I found the Manhattan too creamy and too strong. I think this was a "me-issue" rather than a problem with the drink. But I wish I'd ordered a glass of wine. We then had appetizers. He got a salad which he enjoyed and I ordered the hamachi, served raw. I love raw fish and it was excellent quality - extremely thinly sliced and so tender. However, I had not expected the black pepper flavor of the sauce it was on to be so pronounced. There was a strawberry verjus which I'd looked forward to but I felt the pepper overwhelmed the fruitiness and the fish. I also hadn't realized that verjus isn't just a fancy word (haha) but that it is a specific thing made from unripened grapes so it's more acidic. I'd expected something sweet and instead found it quite tangy and spiced. We both ordered the potato crusted red snapper with leeks. I'd never tasted anything quite like it before. Definitely a strong flavor of leeks but also of almost a cheesiness from the caramelization of the potatoes. The potatoes were crispy and delicious but unlike any potato dish I've had. And the fish was the moistest fish I've had, with a lovely flakiness that provided an excellent contrast to the crispy potato. Unfortunately, I found the dish very rich, which my belly didn't like so I couldn't eat all of it. My husband loved it and finished mine! We were too full for dessert but since we had anniversary pins, they gave us a free little chocolate dessert which was artistically displayed and just the perfect amount of sweetness read more

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What an amazing food expirence I had here. Chilean Sea bass!! The sauce! Followed by Caramel Cheese cake wow The price $$$ and so worth it. The feel good atmosphere along with amazing and friendly serve won me over to try this again. read more

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My friend has been urging me forever to try this place out and so I am glad I finally did. It will definitely be one of my top restaurant recs for my clients in the future. I had the beets for the app and knew I was in for a good night from that moment on. For my main course I had the Potato-wrapped Red Snapper and oh my goodnessss. I have to admit I have always strayed away from Red Snapper and I decided to take a leap of faith because anything wrapped in potatoes is worth a try. It was absolutely amazing and I wish I hadn't decided to split it with someone haha. Next time I would have that all to myself. Our waiter was fantastic and very socialable. He even helped us take some group photos...I want to say his name was Mike but now I am drawing blank. I am bringing my husband next time for a date night! I am a fan :) read more

No Bang for your Buck. Don't pay for ambiance... Set the lobster soup in front of me in a 1/2 full bowl. I said, do you always serve this 1/2 full??? Filet overdone. Green beans and asparagus raw and inedible... Sea Bass very small portion... The potatoes underneath got a 10... Party of 6 adults and 2 infants for $700, we will not be back... read more

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We had one of our best dinners to date at Flying Fish, and from start to finish, everything was exceptional. Our server, Stefano, was not only knowledgeable and kind, but genuinely elevated our experience. From the hosts to the staff, everyone made us feel welcomed and well cared for. We started with the lobster bisque, which we decided to share so I wouldn't get too full before the main course. Stefano took it upon himself to have it thoughtfully split into two bowls, and even though it was clearly a shared portion, the presentation didn't suffer--it was plated so elegantly that it felt just as special as if we'd each ordered our own. It also came out quickly, just like the rest of our meal. I ordered the Plancha-seared scallops, and they were cooked perfectly--tender, golden, and full of flavor. The dish was plated beautifully, and the combination of the creamy grits, sweet corn, and rich sauce was just incredible. Every element complemented the other in a way that felt refined but comforting. My husband went with the Char-seared New York Strip, which Stefano recommended over the filet mignon--his usual choice. He couldn't have been happier with the suggestion. The strip was executed beautifully, and the flavors were spot on. Compliments to the entire team--flawless service and unforgettable flavors. Everything was absolutely delicious--and the service was just as impressive. That was honestly one of the best meals we've had in a long time. And the service? Perfect. read more

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#1 favorite restaurant in Disney World! Always start with a couple appetizers - seafood + veggie options. Seafood pasta can be made gluten free. Any grilled fish is fab. Forgot to take entree pics cus it was so tasty! And dessert variations also tasty with gluten free options! Get the French press coffee to cap off the night. The staff is great, feels like you're the only customer in the restaurant! read more

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My son and I had dinner here. The atmosphere was very comfortable and the service staff very friendly. The food was great. I'm all about lobster bisque and I could smell it the moment I walked in. Having said that I would grade their bisque a 6. It was a bit watery and not as creamy as I am used to. read more

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What are the best steaks I've ever had in the whole world I must go to. I ordered a combination of two dishes and the chef complied with me. They have a scallop dish. I don't really eat scallops. He made it with shrimp. He said he was happy to do. It can't guarantee they can do it every night, but it was fabulous server was a professional in every way with a nice twist I think her name was Nancy. She had Auburn hair with bangs and a bob. Can't remember anything else read more

Flying Fish is located at Disney's Boardwalk. You really need a reservation, but you can always ask if they have seats. If you want to park here, you will need a reservation. My husband and I came here for Thanksgiving, and it was our first time. Wow! That is really all I can say. This was a fantastic meal and honestly, I cannot wait to go back. It is on the more expensive side, so special occasions honestly. This is not a place you go when you "don't feel like cooking". The inside was actually rather small. It was long but narrow. There are not a ton of tables, but it was very cozy. High tables and chairs, high booths, it was very elegant inside. They had beautiful chandeliers; everything was blue and gray. It is nautical and fishy; it's really just beautiful inside. Their kitchen is also open, which I love. They actually had a few tables right along the kitchen. You can see everything that is happening inside. The service was also impeccable. Chelsea was our server, and she was fantastic! She didn't hover but came at the appropriate times. She recommended her favorites, made conversation with us. It was a really great interaction. Your meal starts with bread. We were told a local bakery makes it for them, which was a little surprising to us, but still fantastic. It was a potato and olive sourdough bread, served warm. It was also accompanied by butter topped with Black Cyprus Sea Salt and parsley. This combination was absolutely fantastic. I have never enjoyed bread so much. It was hot, the butter melted immediately into the bread and the little hint of salt in the butter was just great. We opted for no appetizer but drinks instead. We started with an espresso martini for myself and a dirty martini with blue cheese stuffed olives for my husband. Both were really great. The espresso martini even had a hint of lemon peel on it. For our dishes I ordered the NY strip served with Mille-Feuille Potato Gratin, Haricot Vert, Béarnaise Sauce. I substituted for asparagus. This was probably one of the best steaks I have ever had. The steak was seared and formed almost a crust on the outside. It was cooked to absolute perfection and the bearnaise sauce was so good. I asked for it on the side but honestly it could have been drowned in that sauce and I would have loved it. Mt husband ordered the Chilean Sea Bass- which had Jumbo Lump Crab on top, Grilled Asparagus, Tarragon, Ras el Hanout Brown Butter. This was also very good. We love seafood and Chilean Sea Bass is one of our favorites. It was so silky and fork tender. It literally just flaked away. One of the best we have ever had. We also ordered a chocolate martini and a Manhattan. Both were also very good. The chocolate martini was so creamy and delicious. Honestly, I cannot say enough about this restaurant. It was really good. I can't believe it took us this long to go. It is absolutely beautiful inside, the kitchen is clean and open, they have tons of cast members working in the kitchen. The meal is served slowly but appropriate timing. Their options are limited but what they have is really great. It is absolutely in my top 5 Disney restaurants now. I cannot say enough about this! I know we will be going back, and I cannot wait to return. Make sure to ask to sit in Chelsea's section. She is just so fantastic as well. Great Job Disney on a fantastic restaurant! read more

Last night my wife and I had Thanksgiving dinner at the Flying Fish, which is located at Disney's Boardwalk. This restaurant has been on our list for a while, to say we were excited would be an understatement. Upon arrival we checked in with the hostess, and then got seated immediately. The vibe can be described with one word, elegance. When you enter the dining area the first thing you'll notice, is the massive open kitchen and the culinary brigade. The decor is simply gorgeous, the chandeliers are works of art. Once seated our server Chelsea warmly greeted us. She gave us a few minutes to look over the menu. As we were looking it over Chelsea came back with potato and chive bread with butter with black cypress sea salt and parsley. I don't normally talk about the bread and butter during meal service... until Now. This was without a question the BEST I've ever had. The bread was nice and hot, the chive / potato combination is heavenly. When you spread the black cypress sea salt and parsley butter on the bread... nothing else can be said other than yum! Just outstanding. Ten minutes passes by and Chelsea returned and we were ready. For drinks my wife ordered an Expresso Martini and I ordered a Belvedere Dirty Martini. The drinks were made perfectly. For our entrees I ordered the Chilean Sea Bass( Jumbo Lump Crab, Grilled Asparagus, Tarragon, Ras el Hanout Brown Butter) This dish is the best I've ever had on Disney property so far. The Chilean Sea Bass was absolutely succulent and flaky. When you combine it with the crab...it is the delicious bite. The tarragon asparagus was crazy delicious. The asparagus was bright green and had a nice snap. The brown butter ties the entire dish together. My wife decided on the Char-crusted New York Strip(Mille-Feuille Potato Gratin, Haricot Vert, Béarnaise Sauce) She said this was the one of the best steak she has ever had. The strip was a perfect medium temp, the potato gratin was almost too pretty to eat... almost. Had a wonderful crust and maintained its creaminess. When I say this was one of our favorite meals, this is an understatement. It's was culinarily excellence.... I cannot wait to return to the Flying Fish. Thank you to Chelsea for being absolutely the best. Attentive, informative and funny. When we come back we definitely will as for you. Aces! read more

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Of course everything in Disney is balls to the walls overpriced but I gotta admit.. it's because of the QUALITY. There was not a singular item I tasted during the week that was bad or even 'meh.' We had a lovely waitress, I believe April who took great care of us. We split the lobster bisque and the restaurant was amazing enough to split the portion into two bowls! Boo thang had the seafood trofie pasta and loved it. Looks small but had two portions out of it. I went light and had the pork belly which was fantastic- I only wish the outer skin was a bit more blistered and crispy. Finishing w the port wine flight was perfection and I'm def beginning to like port more and more. read more

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As many others experienced and expressed, the restaurant has an elegant vibe. From the communication, table service and food presentation I would give them a five out of five stars. For the value of your money I'd give them a four out of five stars. The reason for this is due to the portion sizes of your main entree. We started with gluten free rolls. Although they took quite a while to get to our table, the bread was very warm and tasted good. A minor issue was that it was slightly chewy. Not something desired in gluten free baking, as it suggests that either the flour ratios are off or that too much 'gum' was used to balance the texture. To start, we had the lobster bisque, but was completely different from any other bisque I had ever had, meaning the bisque was more like thick bone broth with a strong taste of bovine. Again, not ideal but still tasted decent. My husband had the mussels with fennel, saffron and chili oil, we felt this dish was better compared to the lobster bisque. The mussels were cooked perfectly. We would recommend the mussels. Our main entrees were the sea bass with asparagus, it tasted excellent and was cooked perfectly. It came with crab on top sea bass, which was a nice addition. The dish tasted great, the only down side was the portion size of the fish. We've eaten all over the world at seafood restaurants and felt the portion size was a bit small comparatively. This was obvious when our server suggested we order a side with our entree, but she didn't clarify the actual reason why - that the portion was on the smaller aide. Lastly, dessert was delicious. They called it, "Christmas on a plate." It's called Roasted White Chocolate Bavarian Cream. It was quite good. Not too sweet or dense. The spiced caramel with the cranberry cherry reduction against the ginger cake was fantastic. I'd highly recommend it. Overall we did have an enjoyable experience, but felt the service was more geared from Disney employees and not necessarily seasoned waiters. There was an obvious bias towards pass holders compared to non-pass holders, so that put a damper on the experience. But for my gluten allergen, I will say they took it serious and accommodated without any issues. read more

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Ate here with my parents this evening, had a wonderful meal. Chelsea was our server and she was divine. Knowledgeable and inviting without hovering. Main dishes we ate included the potato wrapped crusted snapper and ÑY strip followed by the basque cheesecake. We also had the mussels, shrimp cocktail and seasonal Gazpacho. All were phenomenal. read more

Three of us had a reservation for 6:10 PM, we were sat right on time at a table in the rear of the restaurant. The staff is extremely nice and very helpful. Our waitress Adriana was an 11 out of a 1 to 10. The bread and the butter are delicious. We had one cocktail and one glass of wine that were good. Lobster bisque was more of a broth than a bisque. The seafood pasta was a little bit cold, the flavor was OK, and there was very little pasta. Our granddaughter enjoyed the mac & cheese and fruit but unfortunately she did not eat the chicken. The restaurant has a great vibe and if you're not interested in decent size portions, this might be a place for you. read more

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Met some family for a special dinner at the Flying Fish. What an excellent place. We walked from the Swan hotel to the Fish and were promptly seated. I'm a food/kitchen nerd and, as fate would have it, we were seated next to the open kitchen. I was in my joy watching the grill master throw gorgeous steak after gorgeous steak on the grill. The sounds (sizzle), the smells, the sight, wow. We had cocktails and appetizers to begin. Everything was super tasty and most importantly, we had time and space to enjoy family time and catch up. We felt no rush or pressure to move along. Our waiter was quite good with his timing and took good care of us. We then ordered our meals and another rounds of drinks. Drinks and dinner arrived together. All of the dishes were excellent and prepared as requested. Everyone enjoyed their meals. My New York strip was crusted and rare/medium rare - I requested Chef's preference for steak temperature. I am glad I did. The crust was spectacular and the steak was juicy and delicious. It was a home run. I would recommend the New York Strip if you go. Others said the filets were good until they tried a taste of my NY Strip, to which they all agreed was the best of the table. We did not try any seafood which is odd considering the restaurant is called "The Flying Fish." So nothing to say regarding seafood but if the steaks are my indication of the skills of the kitchen, I am sure the seafood would be great. We wrapped with a shared dessert and headed out. It was a wonderful meal and great time. read more

We ordered the New York strip steak and the scallops, and both were absolutely delicious. The strip had a perfect char crust that was packed with flavor, and the scallops were cooked just right, served over savory grits that paired beautifully. Our server, Stephanie, made the night even better--she was friendly, knowledgeable, and gave great recommendations not only for food but even for the park and other restaurants. On her suggestion, we tried the chocolate hazelnut bar for dessert, which was rich yet surprisingly light. Fantastic food and outstanding service!! :) read more

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Flying fish is probably on mine and my husbands top 5 places to eat at Disney after our first visit. The service was top notch with great recommendations, and atmosphere of the restaurant is beautiful, and the food is some of the best we've tried at Disney. This is a must eat restaurant at Disney. You will not be disappointed. We will definitely be back! read more

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A M A Z I N G an Nate our waiter was amazing. We got in late. They couldn't find a reservation, but the manager was gracious enough to to give us a table right away. The food is simply amazing. Scallops are beautiful so were the steak and so was the Seabass I will definitely be coming back. read more

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Disney honeymoon, vegan and meat eater review: Ambiance - beautiful but crowded at 6pm on a Sunday night. We dressed nice but saw people in park clothes which seemed out of place. Overall 4/5 on ambiance. Food - I had the vegan salad and the vegan entree which was the shiitake mushroom and rice galette. This dish had excellent flavor and was very well seasoned. Just a very small portion for $40 for vegetables and rice. My husband enjoyed his strip steak, but was expecting better due to the hype of this dish. Wish they could offer more vegan options as a "galette" is not my first choice. Overall a 3.5/5 for food. Service - Nate was excellent. He was very nice and kindly gave us a free vegan sorbet for our honeymoon. No complaints here so 5/5 for service. Overall this was a good meal. Although this was very pricey. We had better meals on our trip so we might not return next trip, but will definitely keep this one in mind for the future. Not a bad option, just not great. 3.75/5 overall read more

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Still one of my favorite Disney restaurants. This is definitely a special occasion restaurant. It's $50+ an entre, which even by Disney standards is steep. I came here for a business dinner and took great joy in saying that there were no children in our party. I thought it was great that they sat us in a room in the back where they had other childless parties. I'm all for taking my young children to Disney restaurants, but I like being away from other young children when I don't have them. I thought this was a great idea. Here's what I got. Hamachi appetizer: It was delicious. Very light and delicate hamachi. Chilean Sea Bass: Another superb dish. It was on the smaller side, so I'm glad we had an appetizer and dessert or else I might not have been full. I would definitely order this again. The fish was so incredibly flaky that I cut it with my fork. Cheese Plate: I got this for my dessert since I'm not a huge sweets person and it was good. I'm more into creamy cheeses, so I wouldn't die to get this again, but it was a great alternative to a sweet dessert. Espresso Martini: This is one of my favorite espresso martini's to date. I'm not a huge connoisseur of them, but I found this was sweet without being too sweet. I would 100% get it again if I'm looking to stay up late. My coworker made the reservations and I had no issue on a Wednesday night just telling the guard at the booth of the Boardwalk that we had reservations. I just showed him my photo ID and he waved me on. I don't think I want to bring my children here, because it is a little more upscale than even the other upscale restaurants inside of Disney, but I definitely want to do an adult only dinner here again. read more

Did I mention the best steak on the Boardwalk? The potato wrapped red snapper is filling, but oh so delicious! Always great service. My wife always comes here while on business, I see why! I will come back here someday! read more

Flying Fish - Such a beautiful display of glass flying fish - Seafood Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Avoid the charred new york steak. I heard alot of good things about it so I came here for that. Big mistake. Their steak quality was sub-par, not juicy or tender and they charred it way too much to the point where it was basically burnt on the top layer (and I usually LOVE a charred steak). The au gratin potato was crispy outside and fluffy inside, nice but not a true, creamy au gratin that I am used to and LOVE so that was disappointing. I have a video review of this on YouTube Disneyworld Vacationer and twitter DVacationer if you are curious. The waiter came and asked how everything was and I was honest and said I didn't like the steak. He offered another dish or for it to be redone. So I got another dish... Potato wrapped snapper is the thing to get here! Really good. Crisp outside, fluffy inside like it was a thick seabass. No fishy smell or taste, wonderful creamy leek fondue and red sauce underneath. I really liked this dish but I wouldn't go out of my way to come here for it. There was almost too much leeks in the sauce as you can tell in my picture but the sauce was still good. Glad I got this dish but still, california Grill is the best signature restaurant on property but this is much better than steakhouse 71 which is not a signature restaurant . And don't get me started on Narcoosees (yuck!) The ambiance is very nice inside but nothing spectacular like california grill. Wait staff was great too. Solid spot if you are in the area for dinner. read more

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The highlight of our dining ventures on a short visit to central Florida. We had heirloom tomato salad and the lobster bisque as starters. Both were delicious and they even split the soup into two separate servings so we could share. For entrees we had the potato crusted snapper and the seared scallops. Followed with a delightful Florida sunrise chiffon cake that was a perfect finish. Atmosphere and service were both excellent. Highly recommend you make a reservation and have a great dining experience. read more

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Spectacular! Everything! The service the food the ambience! We had such a wonderful time! My son's birthday! We had the 3 fish options! Red snapper, sea bass and salmon! All cooked perfect! All 3 were wonderful! Bread and butter so good! I am not a shrimp cocktail person and had a bite and loved it! Different unique sauces on all and all very good! The butter leaf salad was scrumptious! And grown on property! The tomatoes tasty like candy! So flavorful! Waiter was so attentive to my corn allergy and offered the chef to come see me which I declined but very thankful for the concern. We had white wine which was a very good Pinot. They serve a small amount to make sure you like it before they serve your glass. Table clothes nice added feature and even though we were out and about all day as long no shorts we didn't feel under dressed. The boardwalk is beautiful! Can't wait to go back! read more

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Hands down my new favorite signature dining restaurant on WDW property! I was blown away by everything - from the impeccable service to the delicious food to the elegant setting. The Vanilla Bean Manhattan had the perfect amount of sweetness while still being very strong. The Potato Wrapped Snapped is now my favorite entree in WDW - please do yourself a favor and order this! I will absolutely be back in the future! read more

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1/ entrance - the location is in Epcot Resort Blvd, and there is only one entrance to it. The traffic line up from the entrance all the way to the road, so get prepared to spend 20mins to just get in the blvd. There is only one person check all the cars so it definitely can be improved. 2/ once you get in, the experience is great. Seafood is all well cooked. Service, environment, refreshment, presentation all good. read more

Flying Fish - Seafood Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Food poisoning! We were staying at Boardwalk and so excited to try flying fish after hearing such great things! My husband had the red snapper and it was great but I decided to go with the salmon. I got so sick that the whole next day (my last full day in Disney) I was unable to leave the bed or my room. My kids were stuck inside the hotel room while I lay in agony. I will never go back regardless of anything. This was beyond the worst and our last day! read more

When I first dined at Flying Fish back in my early days of Disney vacationing, I wasn't really impressed with it. This was especially in view of the fact that this is considered one of Disney's Signature Restaurants - meaning that it was part of a group of eateries that offer a more upscale experience (with upscale prices). However, the restaurant underwent a major renovation about 7 or so years ago, and I really felt they stepped their game up and lived up to their Signature status. I had such a good experience during my last trip that I wanted to try it again, so I booked a table for my first night. Flying Fish sits on Disney's BoardWalk, and stands out by having bright neon signage and being right in the middle of the action. Walking in, you're greeted by the host stand which gives way into the main dining area. I really like the decor - it's an open space with subtle cool colors and overall upscale finishes. Since I was a party of one, I was asked if I wanted to sit at the bar which I thought was a great option. The menu had a good variety of starters, seafood dishes, and a few land and veg options. But first, a drink - I decided to start with a blood orange margarita which was really great. It wasn't too strong, but was very refreshing and had great flavor. I decided to start with the oak-grilled romaine which was kind of like a wedge salad, except using romaine in lieu of iceberg, and charring the romaine to elevate it's flavor. I really enjoyed this - there were a lot of accents to the romaine and the dressing was creamy without being too rich. For my main I had the Chilean sea bass; this was excellent - the fish was light, flaky, and paired with crispy vegetables in a tasty sauce. My server told me that this was a lighter option on the menu which was exactly what I was looking for after a day of heavy eating. Service was great - I really appreciated the bar seating, I'm not afraid to dine alone but this definitely makes for a more comfortable experience. My server was great, attentive and made some great conversation. Overall, my latest experience at Flying Fish was excellent; in my opinion, this is one of the finest dining experiences on property and worth a trip to the BoardWalk to check out. read more

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Food- all the food came out room temperature and was sent back. The seafood was off tasting and returned. Steak was not tender. Service- fair Ambiance- upscale elegance The food was disappointing and would not recommend this place. read more

Overpriced and mediocre dishes. Yelp and the staff recommended the potato wrapped red snapper (apparently the reason why people come here) and I cannot emphasize enough: don't get it unless you want to spend $60 for dry fish in a giant eggroll. The red snapper deserved better than to be fried like that. The dish I enjoyed the most was the Hawaiian hamachi appetizer, it was refreshing and had a lovely presentation. But the other dishes were either insufficient, or unimpressive. It has a beautiful interior which is expected for a disney restaurant. The service was attentive and decent. But because of the food, the experience left much to be desired. When we asked for recommendations, the staff pointed towards the priciest menu items and talked little about the flavor or profile of the dishes/drinks. Compared to the last place I ate with this price point, the staff was excited to tell us the story behind the dishes, the ingredients used and why it is on the menu. Flying Fish felt like a place that wanted your money more than it cared about serving good food. read more

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The restaurant is very discreet on the outside and when you get inside there's a wow moment at least we had it lol We didn't have reservation and just checked in for tables also we were a party of 7 and it was almost 5pm, so we were told unfortunately there was no available tables but we could sit at the bar which we did. The bar is kid friendly, very comfortable chairs and we were very nicely accommodated. The bartender Bill was absolutely amazing and actually everyone was very nice and helpful. We've ordered lobster bisque for everyone except kid who's got chicken noodle soup from kids menu and pasta marinara. The bisque was delicious. We were also served very authentic bread with potato inside which was very tasty especially with their butter. We weren't crazy hungry so we decided to get few appetizers and we've got pork bellies, beet and fruit, shrimp cocktail and shrimp scampi from the enhancements. Everything was pretty good and we really enjoyed our time read more

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Starting with the good- The service was great. The waiter was so kind and attentive. My husband ordered the potato crusted snapper. While the potato crust was good, the snapper was dry and overcooked. I had the filet mignon. I ordered it at a medium rare, but it arrived closer to well done. It was very dry and chewy. I really wanted to like this place a lot more than I did. read more

First of all I have to recognize my waiter, Nate, who was attentive and very friendly. He was very kind, and was nice to talk to especially since this was a solo dinner for my birthday! I ordered a Island Punch honestly was my most favorite drink this entire trip! It was fruity and tangy and sweet just all around delicious and a bit dangerous because you can't really taste the alcohol. For dinner, I ordered the Chicken with the brocolini and the split pea croquettes. The chicken was good, good flavor and it was moist and not over cooked which is great since I hate dry chicken. The chicken came with a chamomile jus which was lovely on the chickwn i really enjoyed it. The brocolini was good it was a little under but I love my veggies with a little bite to them. The croquettes were okay, it comes with three croquettes I only had one because I was way too full. Its a potatoes, pea, and chicken broth that is then covered in bread crumbs and fried. They were full of flavor. The ambience is like a Cheesecake factory but maybe a tad more upscale, it has families talking enjoying their vacations but overall you can have a nice conversation with whoever you are with. The decor is nice with dark blues for the curtains and walls and beautiful chandeliers shaped like flying fish! Overall had a great time here. read more

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I've been wanting to try this restaurant for probably 10 years and since we were staying at Yacht Club for the holidays we decided to make it our Christmas meal. The night before we ate at Blue Zoo for the first time, which has similar type food, so we figured it would also be a good way to compare. Unfortunately this place left much to be desired and didn't live up to what I'd always hoped it would be. Let's start with ambiance: it was so bright in the restaurant it just felt like they forgot to dim the lights and it felt awkward. Plus with this being a high end dining establishment I expected there to be a dress code, but people were wearing sweatshirts and shorts, and it just didn't seem like something that would have been ok at Disney a few years ago. To some that make be great, but it's just not what I would have expected here. Service: our server was nice but I wouldn't say personable or very attentive. We just had a server the night before that was very attentive, gave recommendations on everything, and constantly checked in- this was not that by even the slightest. Again, sad for a Disney establishment. He also just took forever to come back or check in with us. Food: the bread was different as it had potato inside and was tasty. For appetizers we tried the lobster bisque and cheese plate. My partner liked the cheese plate, however we both did not like the bisque. It had a strange taste to it- not sure if tomato or what, but we couldn't finish it and it actually made me feel pretty bad for the rest of the evening. My partner said it was fishy, but to me it was just odd and I wouldn't recommend. For meals we tried the potato wrapped in red snapper and the char-crusted steak. The fish was very good. The steak was good, but wasn't something I could eat more than a few bites of. The seasoning on it resembled A-1 flavoring and it just wasn't for me but my partner really liked it. For dessert we tried the chocolate-hazelnut bar. Honestly, I loved this. It was so good! It reminded me of a Ferraro Rocher or one of those dark chocolate orange things. Drinks: we tried the vanilla old fashioned- good, pomegranate martini- good, peanut butter freeze- OK, but more a dessert and wouldn't order again - would choose another old fashioned over this. Would we return? No, doubtful. Recommend? Maybe to try the red snapper but otherwise, no. I'd recommend Blue Zoo over this place as the food, ambiance, service, and pricing were all just so much better and literally within walking distance. read more

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