Went in for breakfast this morning. It wasn't busy, and I got a seat at the far end. The server was Omar. He was very welcoming and nice, and it didn't take long for him to offer me water after I sat down. It's pretty big with lots of seating inside and out. Decided to sit inside but was at a window with a nice view. The bacon was very crispy, the cappuccino was delicious, and so was the pineapple juice. The Greek yogurt parfait was good, and so was the fruit bowl; reasonable price Would definitely try breakfast again read more

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Went to lunch with friends after yoga class. There were 8 of us. We were told immediately that we could only have 3 checks per table. Luckily I had cash so I could pay my friend after she put it on her credit card. Service was friendly but slow. Took over 45 minutes to get our food and the place was literally empty except for a large noisy party. I got the French Dip sandwich. $24 and no meat at all on half the sandwich. Waiter notified the chef and he made me more meat which I took home since everyone else was finished. No offer of another roll. Mine was soggy. They did bring me a small salad. Another table mate got a Ceasar salad with salmon. The salmon smelled very fishy. She told the waiter that she didn't want it and he said he would take it off the bill. However it was still on the bill and she had to ask for it to be removed. A few of us ordered iced tea. It said on the menu that it was $3. The waiter mentioned that they had a special berry tea for the same price. 5 of us decided to get that. When the bills came were charged $4. We decided not to bother mentioning it. Very pretty restaurant but I don't think I will return. Very pricey mediocre hotel food is not how I want to spend my restaurant money. Long Horn has a much better inexpensive lunch. read more

The service was incredible. Omar was our server, and he truly made the experience special. He made us feel welcomed, celebrated, and taken care of from start to finish. His customer service was exceptional, and he genuinely went above and beyond. The food was good overall, though a few dishes felt like they needed a bit more flavor. For example, the blue crab could have used a touch more salt or seasoning to really elevate it. That said, the presentation was beautiful, and the portion sizes were great for the price. The ambiance was lovely. The hotel itself has stunning areas and views, making it a perfect place to relax and hang out even after you're done eating. read more

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Lovely Winter Park hotel dining room with an ambitious menu. Acoustically a bit noisy, servers competent but not as attentive as they could be. Fresh fish usually a good option. read more

Hamilton's Kitchen - Spectacular dessert: Affogato panna cotta! - New American Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

This weekend I dined at Hamilton's Kitchen for the first time. A friend of mine rented a private room for an event. When you arrive, valet will park your vehicle for you (valet tickets are validated by the restaurant so make sure to do this before you leave). Walking in, the restaurant is past a lobby/bar area on your right. The place has a gentle vibe. It's beautifully decorated and was a perfect place to host brunch with the girls. Our waitress was Gabrielle. She gave great advice about the menu, helped us order drinks we'd like, and was very attentive. I ordered the crab and asparagus omelet with hollandaise sauce, a side of bacon, and a side of cheesy stone ground grits. The average meal is around $20. The grits were my favorite--they were absolutely delicious. To drink, I had a PERFECT mimosa, an espresso martini (because I have to order one everywhere I go), and a lemon drop martini. The drinks were all delicious. Can't wait to return to give this place another go. Thank you, Gabrielle! read more

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-Magical Dining 2025- Hamilton's Kitchen was my kickoff to MD 2025 and was a lovely start! We were excited about the well varied menu and came ready to sample the variety. I personally went with Caesar Salad for the starter which is my lowest scoring plate from the evening. Honestly lacking flavor and the one anchovy atop the dish felt misplaced. I prefer its presence in the dressing. But the lentil soup and grilled peach burrata plates were much better. If I were to get a do over, I'd go burrata. Better flavor throughout. As far as main plates, I was very satisfied with the airline chicken. The entire dish felt well executed and the sides paired nicely. The salmon was also exceptional and came with one of the tastiest sauces I've ever had! Dessert was my favorite and I stand firm in my choice to go with the bread pudding which was served perfectly warm with some berries for freshness. The portion was so generous as were all of the plates served! This is definitely one of the better valued options as far as magical dining is concerned. I really enjoyed Hamilton's Kitchen and look forward to returning. The service was friendly and I did enjoy the atmosphere inside although look forward to dining on the expansive outdoor patio during the cooler months! read more

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Finally got in for Brunch but wish they had been full. The "crab & asparagus" omelet was missing the crab. The Smoked salmon is now a bagel sandwich. And they got so cheap they only spread a garlic (?!?) cream cheese on ONE SIDE ! A side order of bacon ($6) comes with only TWO slices of bacon and isn't on "the side" but dumped on the main plate. Will upgrade to Kiki's or First Watch next brunch. read more

1 year later we are back, but probably never again. This place really went downhill in 1 years time. The Cesar salad and pasta dish were too salty, the chicken entree had no flavor, was luke warm, and dry. The salmon was good, I was told and while the shrimp and scallops tasted good going down, I was sick 3 times later that night. The sticky toffee pudding was neither sticky nor toffee, it was 3 small slices of raisin like bread with raisins and a smear of cream. Totally underwhelming for $10! Service and ambiance were good, but not worth the price and disappointing food! read more

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After reading the reviews I was glad I'm not alone on this. The food and the service really wasn't on par with what the price is. I walked in on Mother's Day and sat at the bar. The bartender was very cold. Nice, but not a smile or a friendly remark when I tried to talk to her . My date wanted a table but since it was res only , we ended up at the bar. I ordered three proccezcos for our lunch with was probably my favorite thing. It was nice ! But that's kinda where everything stopped . We ordered the fried green tomatoes and we got it and there was no goat cheese so we alerted the bartender and she said they made the wrong one. She apologized and it was fine- we received our new dish and it barely had goat cheese on it at all. The menu boasted whipped goat cheese like it would be in abundance. The dish was good, just wasn't what we were expecting. For our main, I ordered a crab cake Benedict that just wasn't good. It was really salty and the crab cake had no flavor. My date got the braised short rib that was just ok. For the price, I was expecting more flavor. Around us it seemed as if people were having their own issues. One guy at the bar was fuming about waiting for his check. There were multiple people who asked for dinner menus that had to wait for more to be printed. And a couple asking where their food was with the excuse being "they're turning the kitchen over for dinner so it might be a while but I'll go check" One reviewer had said it seemed like the wait staff didn't care whether their guests were happy and I will say I 100% agree with that. When I'm at the bar , I dont want to be treated cooly. Bring in someone who is nice and jovial who makes me want to stay. read more

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Great food and they had a saxophonist playing on the patio. Not sure if they do that every Sunday but it was a great read more

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Food was yummy and the ambiance was good for a date night. Nice hotel to walk around with lots of art displayed. read more

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I had lunch at The Hamilton Kitchen at the Alfond Inn in Winter Park today for a work gathering, and it delivered a solid experience. The space itself is impressive: big table, great energy, and a staff that actually pays attention. Service was smooth and courteous despite the size of our group, which is always a good sign. For my main lineup, I started with the avocado toast, and this was easily one of the standouts. Thick, hearty wheat bread topped with rich avocado, Maldon sea salt, sweet peppers, and corn. Visually sharp, genuinely delicious, and surprisingly balanced. The side Caesar didn't quite match the enthusiasm. Iceberg with bits of romaine, anchovy-forward dressing (a win), but it leaned a bit sad with crumb-style croutons and barely any parmesan. Edible, not memorable. The steak frites brought me back. Fries were terrific--crispy, truffled just right. The steak sat on a bed of arugula with chimichurri that had good character but could've used a little more salt to really wake it up. Still, it was cooked to temp and enjoyable. Dessert was the bread pudding, and that one hit the mark. Warm, comforting, dressed with a cream sauce and a berry compote, with fresh fruit on top. Easily my favorite part of the meal. All in, I'd give The Alfond Inn a 7/10. I'd return, especially for that avocado toast and bread pudding. The only real downside is the parking and traffic near Rollins--it gets congested fast around rush hour, which takes a bit of shine off the experience. But I'll be back. read more

Hamilton's Kitchen - Steak frites - New American Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

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Magical Dining didn't disappoint. And the $30 bottle of Decoy Cabernet was a nice bonus. The food was prepared perfectly and hot. Service was friendly and the atmosphere can't be beat. read more

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Eater Brunch was at Hamilton's Kitchen this year. It's located in downtown Winter Park on the campus of Rollins College, which is a gorgeous area. We made a reservation well in advance but to our surprise, it wasn't overly busy. For an appetizer, we had the breakfast breads to share. Another individual ordered a separate appetizer, and it arrived well before the breads. Our server forgot and we had to remind him. Once they finally arrived, they were delicious. For entrees, 3 of us had the salmon and enjoyed it. The Halmet was also popular, as well as the Cobb salad with grilled chicken. The food was all plated beautifully. For the price and experience, the service could have been much better overall. But the food was delicious. read more

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Yum. We had a great meal here recently. We started with a Burrata and Fig Salad, Brussel Sprouts and Beet Salad, and Buttery Cornbread. Next came an exceptional Sauteed Faroe Islands Salmon with a great Succotash (with a bit of Okra). The fish was crispy and cooked just right - still moist inside. My friend had what they called an America Peking Duck. They also called it a Duck Breast Confit. I don't understand the choices of names, but my friend thought it was delicious. Then we split a huge bowl of the McCallan 12 Yr Butterscotch Pot De Creme with large chunks of Toffee. So good. Brian was very good at service. We'll be back. read more

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This restaurant is always beautiful on the inside. It has such a warm, inviting atmosphere. The Magical Dining menu is unbeatable in both value and variety. I started with the Caesar salad, which was fresh and well-balanced. For the main course, I had the salmon with corn succotash. It was perfectly cooked and full of flavor. Dessert was the butterscotch pudding, rich and satisfying without being too heavy. Service was attentive throughout the meal, making the whole experience even better. I always recommend this place! It is consistently excellent. read more

Hamilton's Kitchen - Roasted "Airline" Chicken - New American Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

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Magical Dining was excellent. 5 star experience from beginning to end. The drinks are well made. Recommend the Park Ave Pearl and the Espresso Martini The live music and complimentary valet service are also a nice bonus. read more

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An oldie but a goodie. Came in for brunch and our waitress, Mrs. Sarah, delivered great service! Our bottle of champagne was divine, and the food was fresh and cooked well. I'll be back soon. Didn't get a picture of it, but the French toast that I shared with my brunch mate was fantastic. I'm not typically a French toast fanatic, but I'll come back for more if they keep it up. read more

Hamilton's Kitchen - New American Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

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Calling all brunch lovers!!! Hamilton's Kitchen is a hidden gem and I can't believe I haven't been here before. Whether you're looking to do a dressy girl's brunch or having a casual brunch date, Hamilton's is the place to be. First off, valet parking is complimentary if you're dining here, and it's such a nice perk. There's also tons of street parking if you'd prefer to do that. Second, making reservations online was super easy -- they also call you the day before your reservation to confirm your booking; it's a nice personal touch, and I appreciate it. When you arrive, a picturesque courtyard guides you to the front desk. I love the Mediterranean architecture; everything feels so classic and warm. We requested a patio table and had the loveliest brunch outside. There's only a few months out of the year where eating outside feels great, and you gotta take advantage when you can! I ordered the French Toast and my husband ordered Hamilton's Frittata. Both dishes were fantastic! I loved how thick and fluffy my French Toast was; it wasn't eggy at all and the berries and cream were fresh. My husband enjoyed his frittata; he didn't even add any extra sauces or anything (and this is a man who loves his hot sauce). Our waiter, Samuel, was super nice and attentive. You gotta check out Hamilton's if you haven't already. It's a perfect place to start your day. read more

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Came for dinner and enjoyed the ambiance, service, and food. The grilled brie was a good but a very small portion, and both the beef tenderloin and the short rib were great, but the short rib was our favorite. The berries and cream dessert was perfectly light and not overly sweet. The food was good but I do find the prices to be a bit high for what you get, but overall we enjoyed our time here. read more

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In the words of the terminator, "I'll be back". This is a charming venue nestled within the Alfond hotel which boasts class and taste. Enjoyed this spot with a friend for brunch and we both thoroughly enjoyed our time there. We shared the fennel salad, the truffle portobello Benedict, and the butterscotch dessert. All three courses were stellar, with the portobello being especially scintillating to my taste buds. Oh, and we were sure to pair our meal with a very enjoyable bottle of Prosecco. Our server, Deja, was on the ball and very knowledgeable. Definitely fantasizing about coming back for dinner and cocktails. read more

Hamilton's Kitchen - Glorious portobello Benedict with truffle hollandaise sauce - New American Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

Food was very good, but they were out of quite a few items we wanted. Eduardo our server was exceptional. Only reason for 4 stars is the lack of items from the menu. read more

Hamilton's Kitchen - New American Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

I went for the magical dining prix fixe menu and everything was delicious. I asked for the burrata salad, skirt steak and chocolate cake. I would've like a little more of burrata on the salad but that's my only complaint in general. Our server was great and the food coming out was SUPER fast. read more

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The ambiance is very nice here. I love the Alfond Inn and it gives a very classy vibe. You do not have to dress up, but it is a nice classy spot. I have been here twice. Once for a friends bday with a pre-fixed menu and the 2nd time for brunch. The salad with salmon was amazing in my first trip, and my second trip, i decided to try Brunch. The grouper sandwich was decent. Lacked a bit of flavor, but was satisfying. My friend had the shrimp and grits and the flavor was really good, but her food came out cold. My other friends egg Benedict was really good as well, but her food came out on the colder side as well. They took the food back and warmed it for my friends, and they were both pleased with the flavor of their food. I would definitely go back as the food is tasty and the server we had was very knowledgeable about the items on the menu. read more

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This is was my first time having dinner at Hamilton Kitchen. My visit was due to their Magical Dining Menu. The menu gave some solid options to choose from. Brian our waiter came over almost immediately to start the evening with drinks. Happily surprised they had Dr Pepper. The bread service was lovely, the bread was fresh and the butter soft. My Waldorf salad was enjoyable, but the star of the show was the steak. The steak was cooked perfectly, moist and tender, which is rare more often then you think with this cut of meat. My dessert had just enough of a hint of Macallan, the taste was melt in your mouth. The restaurant was nice and quiet. It's the type of place you can actually hold a conversation with your table mates. In the next room over there is live music but it doesn't distract from the ambiance. read more

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The service, ambiance and drinks were great. The food was okay... they didn't have the chicken and waffles seen on social media but the waiter mentioned they were working on getting it back. I would have loved to try it. They let me do French toast and chicken which was good service but the chicken had a lot of bread and not so much meat. The steak was pretty salty and the French fries were good! We sat inside but the outside patio area would be nice on a breezy day. read more

Hamilton's Kitchen - Botanical heaven - New American Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

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Very good breakfast. How can any rave about toast? It's just bread. Theirs is not just toast. It's an experience. The bacon and roasted potatoes were great as well. All around a delicious hotel restaurant read more

I ate here three times for breakfast and once for lunch while a guest at The Alfond Inn in Winter Park. All the breakfasts were outside in their delightful covered patio area while the temperature was not unbearable. Our server each was professional and friendly, without being too informal. He remembered out hot beverage and cold sparkling water with lemon/lime after the first breakfast, which was impressive. Most importantly, the food was delicious. Generous portions, well prepared, served hot, not luke warm. The cappuccino was on point. My avocado toast had a healthy serving of tasty avocado, and the EVOO was quite nice, and the roasted tomatoes were sweet and nice on the palate. The farmhouse platter was nicely presented, crispy pecan bacon, skillet potatoes cooked to perfection and house made sourdough toast I recommend you sit outside if the weathewr is cooperating. The tables on the inside are somewhat close together, and if there is a meeting/conference at the Inn, the guests who are at breakfast or lunch behave like most diners do these days - - they speak too loud, too much, and invade your personal space with their presence. NOTE: You do not need to be a guest at the Alfond to dine in the restaurant, or drink at their bar. read more

Hamilton's Kitchen - Outdoor dining. Quite pleasant. And surely more quiet than inside especially at breakfast. - New American Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

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I'm very satisfied with the quality of the meal. Most of them are cooked and seasoned properly. The cornbread was really nice. It was served warm it just beautiful. That's my favorite. The black truffle fries though I think is soso. I don't really see the truffle. They don't really have like truffle slices or truffles sprinkles so I think what they did was to use the truffle oil to fry. The 3 main courses were delightful. And the black truffle, pork rib, mac & cheese. It was really good. As you can see there are truffle slices on top of it. And the mac & cheese was seasoned just perfectly. The yard was also a beautiful place to hang out with friends, especially in the evening when it's not overly hot in Florida. read more

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My s/o took me to brunch for our anniversary and he chose this restaurant. It is very beautiful, with indoor and outdoor seating. We had our pup, as they are dog friendly and they accommodated us with a bowl for her. Our server was amazing! She was very helpful and explained the dishes to us and gave us her recommendations. I got the farmhouse platter; which came with the potatoes that were delicious, pecan bacon that was crunchy and savory, toast that tasted like it was some type of brioche and your choice of eggs which I got scrambled. The eggs could've had some more salt or pepper but that was provided on the table. My s/o got the shrimp and grits and he enjoyed it a lot. Very flavorful and it also came with fried pickles. We also had the dragonfruit mimosas, (which were recommended) and they were so good!!!! The bread was also good, I wasn't tooo much of a fan of the fruits inside the bread but the bread itself was soft, fluffy and delicious. read more

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So incredibly disappointed that the new chef took off so many amazing options from the menu!! I have been coming here for years for the Waldorf salad with chicken. It was AMAZING! Light and refreshing and perfect for Spring and summer. I will never understand why a new chef feels the need to take some of the best selling items off the menu!!! The grouper sandwich too!!! We are locals and We have been coming here weekly for the Waldorf salad! The other salad choices now are too heavy! The Bibb lettuce in the Waldorf was Awesome!!!! Please Bring it Back!!!!! read more

There have been some changes here and it's for the better. Have eaten at this restaurant more times than I can count, and the last time was a huge disappointment. Happy to report that the food seems to have taken a step up recently. Above all else, the service by the team, including our fabulous waiter Eduardo, was exemplary. I'm not going to count it against the restaurant that the valet parking service was borderline rude. Needless to say we did not tip. But Eduardo? 25%!! he was so attentive and anticipated our every need what a great guy. We had reservations for Mother's Day brunch. Brunch is the meal we eat most frequently here I was pleased with the new, which had two different white dishes on it. Both of them were phenomenal. We also enjoyed the pastry basket. It's a beautiful restaurant with a lot of charm, but it is very loud. Be prepared to have a tough time hearing. TL/dr: absolutely delish for brunch read more

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I didn't get a chance to eat at the restaurant, but I had cocktails every night I stayed at the Aldond Inn. I liked the cocktail menu which was very eclectic. The drink I posted in particular was not only delicious, but the presentation and cup it was in was so pretty. The bar and restaurant is a large space for gathering and relaxing for whatever reason you may be at the Alfond Inn. I especially loved the art displayed in the restaurant and bar. It was a very nice and classy space and the drinks were very good. read more

Hamilton's Kitchen - cocktail - New American Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

We stopped in for brunch. It's was decent. They had a saxophone guy playing. Got the French toast and tasted good. Others got eggs Benedict and they enjoyed it. Food was good. Decor was nice and staff was great. Short review. read more

Hamilton's Kitchen - New American Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

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Located within the Alford Inn, the food is well presented; makes one feel fancy! Very nice decor and seating that is a notch above for one's comfort. I wholeheartedly recommend the shrimp appetizer. 4 Jumbo shrimp to share....or not. Service is very good. Good indoor seating but definitely check out the outdoor patio when the weather is good. Lovely in that courtyard area. read more

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Beautiful venue inside the Inn, but the food and service were terrible! The hostess ignored us. No wait staff appeared to be assigned to us. Our breakfast took 45 minutes to arrive. The eggs Benedict were undercooked, the eggs raw, and the salmon was frozen. read more

The food was amazing. We didn't sit at the restaurant we sat in the bar area instead. We went to the bar two nights and one day during our stay at the alfond inn. We also room serviced from there for breakfast and late afternoon pickings. The service was great. We got the truffle fries, prosecco, the shrimp tacos, and the chicken sandwich and food to the room. The fried chicken sandwich was the best I have ever had. The French toast that we got ordered to the room for breakfast was delectable. We will for sure be returning. We came on the weekend so the bar gets very busy. It was hard to find a seat but even though it was busy the service was still exceptional and we were served fast. The bar is very clean and vibey, they have a good stock of bourbon and whiskeys. It's definitely for a higher end type of demographic. read more

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Not sure what took me so long to check this place out but I'm glad I finally did. First off the whole vibe of the Alfond Inn and Hamilton's kitchen is awesome! It's hard to describe but I'm looking forward to returning. I was meeting a group of friends for brunch and they had already snagged a table outside. The weather was perfect! Our server was prompt and gave her suggestions on what to order. I started off with a cup of the chicken and sausage gumbo. It was ok. Would have liked more meat. I had a few pieces of chicken and no sausage but it had good flavor. For my main meal I opted for the chicken and waffles. Everything came out hot and fresh. I'm not sure what seasoning they use on the chicken but I'm here for it all day! It gave a Mediterranean/ middle eastern flavor profile. Overall it was a great dining experience and I look forward to coming back for dinner. read more

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I have eaten at Hamilton's Kitchen several times. I like the restaurant - the food and service have always been acceptable. But, with so many good restaurants in Winter Park it has never stood out as exceptional. I think with some more effort the food could be better. I would love them to have a signature dish that would make me want to return. So, it's on my list - just somewhere in the middle. John T read more

I think they try hard but in our various visits we just haven't been impressed with their food. The restaurant feels to much like a hotel restaurant. read more