Really delicious food! Family style - really good for big groups, birthdays, etc. Atmosphere is upbeat with live music so not a quiet place if you're looking for that type of experience, at least for a Friday night. Service was great too - drinks are a good size. read more

Nando Grill - Chicken and beef soup (sopa de pollo y res) --pre Venezuela than Colombian. Plus mixed seafood ceviche dish - sweet flavor rather than lime. - Barbeque Near Me - Orlando, Florida

First the food - it was flavored well, and prepared identically to the pictures presented. Had the service and overall volume level been commensurate with the actual food, you'd be a 5-star establishment. Service - Well, if you're going to play your live music over 100 decibels, you'd best pay attention to folks when they're ordering (Here's a tip, pencil and paper would be really useful). It's a digital menu. If I pull up the one page for that specific item, that's what I'm ordering. You messed up my son's order, then finally put it in correctly...AFTER sending a new person to tell my wife that you'd have to ask permission to NOT charge us for it?? Good thing you didn't try that, as it was never going to happen. read more

I visited Nando Grill on Sand Lake Rd to celebrate my birthday with my wife and in-laws, and it was easily the worst dining experience I've had. We ordered the Tamanaco platter ($174.40) and asked the waitress for help with some substitutions as we were new to Venezuelan cuisine. She never mentioned extra charges, yet the final bill came to $386.00. They charged us for the new items individually by switching our order from the Tamanaco platter to the Barinas platter which it cost $210.88 without ever mentioning or explaining it . Beyond the bill, the service was non-existent. No water was brought to the table, and the waitress didn't return until it was time for the check. Despite the website advertising live music, there was none at 4:30 PM, and my wife had to ask twice just to get a happy birthday song. We don't mind spending money on a good meal, but this felt like a total rip-off. Save your money and go somewhere that values its customers. read more

We came here for a sorority meet up and the place is certainly lively! Lots of lights and live music and movement. We were seated in the back up on a little stage and it might have been because it was a busy night but service took quite some time to even take our orders even though there were large groups seated near us as well that seemed to have been served more quickly. We ordered one of the platters to share with black beans, rice, and tostones. The pork belly in the center was displayed in a fun way but kind of hard to take off the skewer, though that could have just been me. The portions were generous and the black beans were a surprising star of the platter as they had great flavor to them instead of just being your regular black beans. The drinks were served in fun ways and from our party everyone who ordered one enjoyed them. A fun night out kind of place but might be suited for smaller tables and not for general conversation as it was quite loud and required lots of yelling. Still a fun experience but not as eager to go back read more

Nando Grill - Barbeque Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Nando Grill is the best Venezuelan steakhouse in Orlando! I've been wanting to try them since they had a location in Miami, so I was beyond excited when they opened the Orlando location. The restaurant is inside of a large plaza with ample parking. I came here for lunch and I would recommend doing so for smaller parties of 2-4. I tried the bao buns with octopus and shrimp and they were amazing. For my entree I did the firewood steak dish. The steak was cooked to perfection and so were the sides. Our server was very friendly and the restaurant was not rowdy, but it was lunch time. The decor and food make you feel like you're in a fancy restaurant back in Venezuela. I can't wait to come back! read more

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This is a Venezuelan restaurant with amazing vibes!! The music, the atmosphere, the decor, everything makes you feel immersed in the culture. The firewood steak is absolutely phenomenal, and the burgers are stacked to the ceiling! The only negative is that we did ask for additional garlic sauce a couple times, but it never came, but aside from that, no complaints. We went here for the WhereIsNoa VR event to digitally transport you to Venezuela, this has nothing to do with the restaurant itself, but it was great that the restaurant was the venue for this beautiful event. read more

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Oohhhh my gosh. If you like meat, this place is for you!! 4 of us went on Friday at 8pm. It wasn't too busy, and they are open until MIDNIGHT! They had a live band playing, and while it was very loud, we still enjoyed ourselves. If you don't like loud environments this isn't for you. The meat was grilled to perfection, and the sides were great. The coleslaw was ok, the small arepas were good, and they had a sweet corn cake with cheese and omg that was delish! The pork belly was crispy but a little chewy (still great), the steak was perfectly cooked, and the sausage was honestly the best we've had! The pork ribs were also delicious .The sauces were so good, but that green sauce was my absolute favorite. The fried cassava was yummy dipped in the sauce. The place was decorated really cool, and the server was very friendly and explained everything for us. It is on the pricier side but you get a lot of meat. We will most definitely be coming back! read more

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Went on a limb and tried this place and I couldn't have been more impressed! Everything 10/10. They thought about everything. Prices were great as well The vibes are unmatched ( felt like I was on vacation) Food was amazing I loved everything we ordered. They even had natural juices. Live band so the entertainment was there. You just have to be there.. Even got to see the flight show. ( if you don't know even more reasons to go ) read more

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Speechless. That's the only real way to start this review, because how else do you explain going two days in a row and somehow being more impressed the second time? We first came the day before Father's Day, then woke up the next morning and couldn't think of anywhere better to celebrate. And somehow, round two was even better. Let's start with the service: Enrique is a magician. He floated in and out of our section refilling waters, delivering drinks before we even asked, and making sure we were taken care of from start to finish. Every table deserves an Enrique. The appetizers? Mandatory. The chicharrón: 100/10. Crisp, flavorful, and addictive. The fried cheese with guava: if you've never had guava before, this is the life-changing way to start. It's sweet, salty, crispy, melty. Everything your taste buds dream of. The family plates are where it's at. Generous doesn't even begin to describe them. If it says "feeds 4," go ahead and plan for 5--easily. The first time we overordered like rookies, but that just meant we got to relive the magic with leftovers. On Father's Day, we brought the whole squad--five of us, including my little one--and went all in: steak, ribs, tostones, and chicharrón stacked like a tower of flavor. It's tough to choose a favorite, but those smoky, juicy steaks and fall-off-the-bone ribs are neck and neck for the crown. This place isn't just good, it's a celebration. One of the best spots in Orlando for groups of 4+, special occasions, or any day you want to eat like royalty. Bring your appetite. Bring your eating pants. And don't be surprised if you're back the next day. read more

Nando Grill - Barbeque Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Great food and friendly service! Everything we ordered was fresh and tasty. The only downside is the music, it's so loud that it's hard to enjoy a conversation. Otherwise, a solid spot for a good meal! read more

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If you're looking for an authentic Venezuelan dining experience look no further than Nando Grill. The food is delicious with a variety of authentic options straight from the heart of Venezuela. The atmosphere compliments the delicious food and amazing service. read more

Nando Grill - Barbeque Near Me - Orlando, Florida

La comida estaba rica y la atención muy buena ,rápida muy educados, éramos dos personas solo cominos nada de bebidas y pagamos 80$ me parece mucho, la decoración del rest terrible, fea, falta de gusto como diríamos en nuestro país niche read more

Stopped in for lunch just after they opened. It was rustic yet decorated beautifully for Easter with bunnies, parasols and a photo op backdrop. Stage with live music and a big open bar area. The staff were welcoming and sat us immediately. The menus are on iPads with great pictures and descriptions. We shared a chorizo, rib and steak combo with coleslaw and cheese sides. Absolutely delicious and plentiful. Looking forward to our next visit. read more

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Omgsh this place hit the spotttt! We came here a a mid day theme park break to refuel and let me tell you, all this meat won't disappoint you. The service was quick and super friendly. They have music playing and I think this could be a really fun place to host your birthday part of like a baby shower. Everything was so good, I really wish they had a Nando where I live. read more

Nando Grill - Barbeque Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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Came at 7:15 on a Friday night , they are busy but didn't have a long wait. Sara was our waitress she kept our drinks full, checked on us throughout dinner. We ordered the red snapper fried with two sides, which was rice and sweet plantains was cooked. Well done super crispy. We also had the mixed grilled plate with the pork sausage, pork, ribs, and steak with fried plantains and fried cheese. The meat came out cooked as we requested, which was medium well, all of the food was fresh. The meat was hot and tender. The ribs were fall off the bones. We really enjoyed! Yes it's a louder environment- it's part of the experience. They have family combos and single meals that's enough for 2 They did not add the 18% tip to our bill, this might be only happening if there are 6 or more people in the group. read more

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We recently visited this Venezuelan restaurant and had a mixed experience. The main dishes were good, however, the starter left a lot to be desired. We ordered tequeños, and the plate came with 6 pieces. After each of us (my husband, my son, and I) took one, we immediately noticed they were cold on the inside. We politely informed the waiter, who took the plate back, but instead of bringing a fresh order, they returned the same plate with the remaining 3 pieces, now with an almost over-toasted exterior. It was disappointing. A cold interior in a fried dish points to poor cooking technique, and it would have made much more sense to simply bring out a fresh, properly prepared plate. Great food overall, but this detail in both execution and service really took away from the experience. read more

Central Florida's newest Latin BBQ serving delicious Venezuelan Inspired Food. Including grilled meats, arepas, variety of cheeses and sides. Great natural juice selection as well as a full bar. The arepas come with a Dunlop of Venezuelan style sour cream that is so easily paired with anything. Service is very fast. Everything is very fast to be honest. The amount of people waiting to get in as inside the establishment itself it's over the top. It's nit for the easy hearted. They had live music and it was loud. Spend time exploring the menu and its amazing choices. read more

Nando Grill - Guacamole con chicharrón - Barbeque Near Me - Orlando, Florida

As we were driving north from Fort Lauderdale to head back to Louisiana on the FL Turnpike, we passed billboards about 70 miles south, advertising Nando's in Orlando. The billboards caught our attention and we wanted to stop for lunch and give them a try. The restaurant is so attractive and inviting. We sat at the bar where Kenneth tended to us. We enjoyed great service! The red Sangrias were so refreshing. We had the Llanero style tacos - carne en vara, Sautéed shrimps and Playa El Agua Plantains. They were all so delicious. We wanted to try more items from the menu but we had no more room in our bellies. We met the owner, Fernando, who is pictured on the billboards. We raved about how wonderful the food was and how much we enjoyed everything. We were texting our Miami friends that they have to try one of their locations in Miami. Fernando gave us a sweet treat for the road, a corn plantain folded like an omelette and stuffed with cheese. So good. We found room in our stomachs to eat the treat once we got in the car. Warm, sweet and savory. read more

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Review - (3/5) I recently visited a Venezuelan restaurant on Sunday, June 1st for my birthday. They served truly delicious and authentic food -- the flavors were spot-on and had me licking my fingers. The restaurant was also very well decorated and filled with cultural music. Unfortunately, the experience was let down by the service. Our waitress seemed uncomfortable and disengaged throughout the evening. We only received one round of waters and never had our glasses refilled. Napkins and sauces were given in very small quantities, and we had to ask multiple times for basics. It felt like there was little effort to make our experience enjoyable, which was disappointing given how great the food was. With better service, this place could easily be a 5-star spot, but for now, it's a 3 from me. read more

The food quality doesn't truly represent the authentic Venezuelan flavor, and the prices are excessively high.

Vibrant new Venezuelan restaurant close to the Florida mall. I came in to try something different and I got it. The decor is beautiful, kind of a jungle/tropical feel. I sat at the bar and ordered a margarita. The bartender was helpful with some of my questions and I selected the corn pancake (cachapa) with pork ribs. The food came out promptly. I will say the bar seats are very low so if you are not a giant it will be awkward to eat there. The corn pancake comes stuffed with a mild cheese, maybe mozzarella? And then topped with another saltier cheese and a sauce. That thing was amazing! The pork ribs came with sauces on the side but they were so well seasoned that I just ate them plain. Very good experience overall and look forward to bringing others to discover this new gem. read more

Nando Grill - Corn pancake with pork ribs. Yummy - Barbeque Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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Highlights: & Loud and lively ambiance (place is hopping at 11pm on a Friday night) & Portions are small given the price & Good service -- meaning they're sincere about making things right Context: Arrived at 11:00pm on a Friday night I do not speak Spanish (those immediately around me spoke Spanish) Ambiance: The music was really loud, which was too loud for regular sitting/dining, but also led to difficulty communicating with the staff. Service: Could have neen the music or maybe a language issue, but there was a miscommunication about how we wanted our steak done. I realize "well done" or "medium well" can mean different things depending on the establishment, though I specified "no pink" to be sure. Our meat came out with a good amount of pink. To the credit of the staff, several folks asked us how things were going after we had our food. The first time, I thought maybe it was my error, so I didn't comment on the pinkness (also sometimes they ask as a formality) . But then a manager came by a second time and asked again. I took this as them being serious about wanting to make sure we had a good experience. So I mentioned that I ordered "no pink" but that it was okay (hopefully it didn't come across as complaining about our individual server because it was loud in there). They brought out some extra pieces of definitely well done and no pink meat. We really appreciated that they made SURE that we could really enjoy the firewood Steak we ordered! Note that we were trying to eat around the original plate with the pink parts, so in the end we got the right portion. Food: Apart from the service and issue/resolution I mentioned above, the prices were high given how much everything cost. I'm guessing you're paying for the ambiance and potentially some live music. Because the food seemed like the portions were small. Maybe it's because it comes in a big tray and then all the steak is in this little plate on one side. There was a lot of empty space on the tray so made it look smaller. The arepas we ordered as a "side" were also small. Some things are advertised as "mini", so it's a perception. Conclusion This place is new and I want them to do well since I don't see too many Venezuelan restaurants (at least where in from). Though the portions and value give me pause. My opinion could be because I can't speak to the authentic Venezuelan experience, though across food, service and ambiance, I thought there were a few kinks to work through. I think they'll get there in time. read more

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Nando Grill in Orlando is like a Brazilian backyard barbecue that somehow crash-landed in a strip mall parking lot and brought a full party with it. I had the Picanha steak with corn coleslaw, fried yuka frita, and plantain chips with dip. The steak was pretty solid. It had a nice grill char but was just a bit too chewy for my delicate American teeth. The corn coleslaw sounded like a bold twist but tasted like someone whispered the word "flavor" near it and then walked away. Needed salt, maybe a personality. The yuka frita were thick and crispy, like if French fries were made by someone who lifts weights recreationally. Pretty satisfying. But the real MVP of this meal? The plantain chips and that ranchy magical dip. I do not know what was in it but I would dip everything in it. Fries. Steak. Phone charger. Whatever. Also had a tropical blue drink that looked like it was designed by a cruise director. Sweet, boozy, and tasted like summer vacation. Ten out of ten would order again and pretend I am on a beach instead of sweating in Orlando traffic. Now let's talk about the live band. Incredible energy. These folks were talented, enthusiastic, and absolutely determined to make sure no one within a five-mile radius could hear themselves think. I was vibing and simultaneously trying to lip read my server. It was less conversation and more interpretive dance. With that said, my server was an absolute rock star, A+ In the end, Nando Grill was fun, flavorful, and loud enough to rearrange your brain. Great for a night out with friends. Not great if you came to catch up on deep thoughts or quiet reflection. Three out of five stars. Would return for the dip and the chaos. read more

Nando Grill - Barbeque Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Very loud, fun and the food was good. Wanted to try the viral plate that looks like a Brazilian steakhouse but it feeds like 6/7 people and cost $200. So we opted for a chicken tender kids meal, fried pork belly and the ribs,sausage and steak sampler. Had the guacamole for an app and the lava cake for dessert. The cake def tasted store bought. We won't order that again but the food was all good. I especially liked the steak. The next time I want to try a different steak entree and my husband said he will get the bacon wrapped chicken. Basically we will be back. read more

The service was friendly, the food came out at a good time. We shared appetizers. The drink were top notch and the presentation is very appealing. They serve plantain chips with sauce It does get loud with the live music so I don't recommend this place for people that like a quieter place. Plenty of parking places and there is more across Wal-Mart parking lot. read more

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Came here on a Friday afternoon with a couple of friends. We started with a couple of margaritas and some water. Our waitress brought out some plantain chips with a creamy white dip to munch on while we browsed the menu. The dip was pretty good.. I tasted a hint of mayo in it. Everything on the menu looked very appealing so it was hard for me to decide what to order. Luckily my friend (who's Venezuelan) helped guide me throughout the ordering process. She let me know what her favorites were growing up and of course our waitress told us her favorites as well. We ordered the tostones con pork belly and fried arepa for our appetizers. Our apps were large and easily fed the three of us. We should have stopped there but we went ahead and ordered 2 main dishes. What can I say? The margaritas made us do it! My friend ordered the cachapa with steak and I got the hamburguessa llanera. Again the three of us split the main dishes. And for dessert, we polished it all off with a chocolate cake. Overall, the food is good, but a bit greasy and a tad bit pricey. Our total came out to $183. We decided to split the bill 3 ways since we all ate everything. Now that I think of it... it was probably best to order the family meal that feeds 4 people at $140. So If you've never been here before and you plan on coming as a group, order the family meal. Oh and by the way, the restaurant is located where the old Logan's steakhouse use to be. They do have a happy hour menu on Monday through Thursday from 3-6pm. read more

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Visiting the area for work, and saw this on social media. I am very happy I visited. Although fairly early, we ordered the pork belly bites (chicharrones), and steak tacos as appetizers, complimented with a Venezuelan mule. Enrique, our server was very cordial, and professional. Very willing to offer suggestions if needed. The appetizers were amazing. The porkbelly is perfect, and the steak has an amazing smoked taste. This drove us to share an entree, the steak, pork and Cachapa. All spectacular. I wanted the Picaña, but we were beyond full. All-in-all, very pleased with the meal, and our server Enrique was just as great! Definitely an asset to the business. read more

Nando Grill - Great authentic Venezuelan food! - Barbeque Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Stopped late afternoon! New spot. Just looking really this time! Greeted friendly! Discovered it was a "Venezuelan" theme! Music appropriate! Lively! Seated in a very "out of the way" table. Couldn't be further away from the door and in a garage addition! Had to walk through a "wait station area (it seemed)!" We seemed to pass many empty tables. So not sure why the location! But the actual room was nice! Table settings nice. All electronic menu pads. Very efficient! Easy to use and fast. The menu choices were limited but very well done Be read more

Nando Grill - Welcome to Nando Grill - Barbeque Near Me - Orlando, Florida

We came here for a work lunch on a Friday - it was busy but we were quickly seated. The lunch specials are not applicable on Fridays apparently. I ordered the picanha entree which was $31 - a bit steep for the small portion size. Food was just ok - definitely limited value given the price and taste. Service was poor and slow. Took us 15 minutes to get the check, we had seven people and there was an automatic service charge of 18%. Definitely will not come back. read more

Nando Grill - Barbeque Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Came here to celebrate a birthday with a party of 9, place is well decorated but holy crap loud... there is no way to have a conversation with anyone... the prices are insane... I chose not to eat since they wanted 17 dollars for a chicken soup, I can't eat the corn arepas and asked if I could have the tostones and was told nope... due to that and the fact I had to pay 7.50 for a bottle of water that is maybe 3 bucks was my ending point... everyone else ordered food and they all stated the food portions don't match the prices. Also they should ask the table why no one finished their food cause the reason was that it wasn't that good. One person in the party didn't get their food till about 40 mins after everyone else did cause I feel they may have forgotten the dish... The waiters and staff are working their butts off and are very nice and it's not their fault. That's the only reason why I gave it 2 stars... it's gonna end up being a tourist trap. Would not recommend read more

We tried this place in Miami and was very disappointed because it was food truck and it was hot the water was expensive and there was flies! When we saw that Nandos Grill opened in Orlando we decided to give it another try and they did not disappoint! It doesn't compare to the one in Miami! The place was beautiful everyone was super friendly and the water was free! I will definitely be going back! I would recommend to get the family combo it comes with a little bit of everything and everything is delicious the meat was super juicy! Can't wait to go back! read more

Como siempre la comida súper buena y Keneth en la barra súper atento y servicial. Great food, ambience and service! Thank you Keneth read more

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Food is delicious! Meat is grilled to perfection! And the atmosphere at the restaurant is very energetic with music and some dancing. read more

Nando Grill - Grilled octopus - Barbeque Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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A friend recommended this place for my birthday celebration. I live in Tampa and I was concerned about the distance. Guess what? It's worth the drive again. The atmosphere is unique, as are the service, food, drinks, and music. Our server was Fabio. He helped us choose the best for our group. He worked with the group professionally and patiently. The menu is so tempting that left me with the feeling of going back to try more of the traditional food. Drinks are incredibly presented in beautiful glasses. Our mojito made with vodka and fresh lime juice was water-melting. read more

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Ordered the 5 person group plate. Lots of food, we couldn't finish it. Great service, fast and friendly. Really cool ambiance, a lot to explore and random games and photo ops. 9/10 read more

Nando Grill - Steak, tostones, salad, fried cheese, chorizo - Barbeque Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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The decor is very nice. The place is lively loud music. sometimes they have live entertainment that the decore looks great. service is a little slow. The food taste really good but the dessert leaves a lot to be desired especially the tres leche cake. read more

Nando Grill - Family combo - Barbeque Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Incredible food and exceptional service! We truly savored every bite. Everything was absolutely delicious, leaving me completely speechless. I can confidently say that Nando Grill is now my top choice for dining in Orlando--sorry, Hawkers Asian Street Food! The prices were very reasonable for the generous portions we received. read more

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HORRIBLE la experiencia, vengo de NJ buscando donde llevar a mi familia a comer por fin de año, hago la reservación online y la única hora disponible es 5:30 pm aunque busco algo para cenar, acepté esa hora tomando en cuenta que es un día de celebración y que posiblemente no tenían más reservaciones disponibles. Y cuando llego con mi familia me dicen que mi reservación efectivamente es a las 5:30 pm pero que cierran a las 6 pm en serio?? Media hora para pedir y comer?? Después de viajar 42 minutos, vestirlos lindos por la ocasión y llevarse esta mala experiencia. Simplemente no aceptan reservaciones media hora antes de cerrar. read more

I absolutely adored this place. It felt like a Rainforest "Venezuelan style". Enrique took care of us and he was so nice, very energetic and knowledgeable. He recommended the Passion fruit and Coconut mojitos, I tried both and they were delicious, I compared to other places where I had mojitos, and this was superior, you can feel the good quality rum and real fruit pulp. Then recommended the pork belly tostones and they were amazing. We also had the carne individual plate and the carne/costilla combo plate. That was plenty for the 4 of us and so tasty. We had a big party, and he had no problem splitting the check in 7. Very patient and sweet. read more

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La comida la gente el ambiente todo excelente !!!! Lo recomiendo 100% mi familia y yo lo disfrutamos al máximo cada vez que vamos read more

Nando Grill - Entrada del restaurante siempre decorada para la foto - Barbeque Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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