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Paddlefish

3.9 (1.9k reviews)
PriceySeafood
Closed • 12:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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Christina B.

I am not a seafood person but this restaurant was too cool to pass up. The cucumber sipper mocktail was so refreshing! I opted for the chicken breast for my meal. The bbq sauce was tangy and just a little bit spicy. The succotash with it was fresh and a good side dish option after eating treats around Disney Springs all day. But I didn't feel like I was missing a good carb like some bread or potato. My server and the hostess were super friendly! Not sure if it feeling like I was on the boat or the heat or just the stress of the travel day but I started feeling sick mid-meal and had to skip out on the key lime pie I was really looking forward to.

The view from the table. Notice the clothing store, UNIQLO in the back center.
Aaron F.

First, Paddlefish is one of the many unique dining experiences at Disney Springs. I've wanted to eat here for years, and with my wife's birthday this week, I figured it was the perfect occasion to finally try it out. ​The service was incredibly efficient; we had reserved our spot two hours prior, and we were called to be seated not even two minutes after checking in. We were escorted to the second floor and seated in the back beside a window. While the view wasn't my favorite--mostly looking out at a limited angle of the water--I was immediately impressed by the atmosphere. The meal itself was excellent and truly made for a memorable birthday celebration for my wife. If you are looking for a unique spot at Disney Springs with great seafood and a classic atmosphere, Paddlefish is definitely worth the visit! The prices are maybe a tad too high if you have young kids with picky taste buds, but for this couple of diners, EVERYTHING was worth it.

Flan and chocolate cake
Laura P.

I'll keep it short and sweet- This place is extremely mid. I was on a Disney vacation and had bought a dining plan previously so I decided to splurge and come to the paddlefish for dinner which costs two dine in credits. You get an entree , alcoholic drink and dessert (I would estimate around $90 for one person before tip). All of the food was mid, and the drinks were lacking excitement. The actual vibe of the place is pretty sterile and since it was nighttime we didn't really have a view. Our server was great though!

shrimp pasta
Serina C.

definition of mediocre. got the herb parmesan fries and crispy shrimp as appetizers and those were toooo good. the entrees left a lot to be desired unfortunately. shrimp pasta was sort of bland, the pork tasted strongly of fajita veggies, which isn't bad but that shouldn't be the main flavor i taste, and the salmon was dry like there was barely any type of sauce on it. it's not like this was insanely bad, it was mostly fine, but those small things made it kinda eh but what is really carrying my ranking are those herb parmesan fries were delishhhhh. the place was very pretty though

Lobster boil
Ashley B.

Booked a reservation here, and it's a good thing I did. They were very busy, even with a reservation. Our server was very kind. I ordered a lobster boil and had no idea it was going to be a full lobster. As I have only had a tail or claws. It was very hard to break it apart, my friend ended up hurting his hands on the shell. The server eventually helped us out. Everything was delicious also. The server was awesome. She surprised me with a birthday sundae. It was super good and had a gluten free brownie on it. I would definitely come back here again in the future.

Scallops
Gwendolyn W.

First the smell in here is incredible. I love the decor and the open shrimp bowl kitchen. The wait staff was very kind. The drinks were delicious. We shared several appetizers and they were great. The fried calamari wasn't as crispy as I would like but the dip was good. The scallops were incredible.

Salmon
Jenna R.

Everything was delicious! The salmon was cooked perfectly and I loved the sides. The key lime spritz was so sweet and delicious! Our server was nice, but took some time to come back at the end of our meal. The space was beautiful though and had an elevator and changing tables which are important to us now as parents!

Capt handsome
David C.

Great option at downtown Disney/disney springs. Nice place expect a wait try to get a wait in advance if your in a small party ask to sit at the bar. Paddlefish is a seafood-focused, fine-dining restaurant located on a cool reimagined steamboat at Disney Springs in Lake Buena Vista, with waterfront views from most tables, a rooftop lounge for events (it was closed when we went, and a menu with fresh seafood, steaks, and craft cocktails. Great for people watching, families, work groups. But it's an upscale experience, food is a bit inconsistent with the price, Cuisine: Seafood-centric, sith daily catches, crab, scallops, and also steaks and chops. I had a grouper with puff cream pepper on top and it was amazing : Upscale, with 360-degree views of Lake Buena Vista and Disney Springs, Shrimp pasta was a vernal sneak great deal lots of shrimp Grouper with asparagus (lots of sauce wish they as a bit more on the side and less drenching the food ) but still delicious Visit Captain Handsome at the Bar for a real drink and visual treat. He has great recommendations

Bread
Meri L.

My fiancé and I had great dinner here!! One of the highlights was the delicious lobster corn dogs, which were crispy and flavorful and definitely worth ordering. It was something we've never seen before. The aioli it was served with paired very nicely. For entrees, I had the shrimp pasta, which our waitress Natalia recommended. I ordered it without asparagus. I was very happy with it. Flavors were great! My fiancé ordered the ribeye, and he said it was cooked exactly how a steak should be; simple, well-prepared, and not over seasoned. It was served with kale which was dressed nicely and Parmesan fries. Natalia truly stood out as a rockstar server. Her recommendation made a big difference in our experience. Pro tip: ask for Parmesan and red pepper flakes on the side. Mix a few sprinkles (preference based) into the pasta and then dip the bread into the leftover sauce at the bottom of the dish! It was so yummy! I had every last drop of that sauce. This was a fantastic spot for dinner!

Inside
Carolyn J.

I've seen this place a few times when I was at Disney Springs and always wanted to eat here and I got the opportunity to do so during my birthday trip. The wait was a bit long but I think it is for all restaurants there. Obviously the outside is really cute like a giant paddle boat, but the inside is also really cute with the inside boat theme too. The views are also really fun with car boats driving by and all kinds of fun stuff to watch. Our server was a little strange, but he was nice and efficient so no complaints there. I got the FLORIDA GROUPER which was Pan seared grouper, artichokes, cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, lemon and it was very yummy. We also got the Keylime pie, which had torched meringue, which was also really good. I will absolutely return next time I'm in Disney Springs.

Key lime pie
Lisa D.

My family and I had dinner here tonight based off the fact that their online menu states they have chocolate mousse cake which is my mom's favorite. The service was excellent and our server was great but the food was mediocre. It was ok but nothing to rave about. For the prices I'd expect better. -bread, good no complaints -raw oysters good -fried green tomatoes, different but we've had better -The grouper was dry and the artichokes and tomatoes with it were a bit oily -linguini and clams, we've had better -stuffed cod no complaints - key lime pie, meh nothing special, lack luster plating - Chocolate Mousse cake which- doesn't exist. Sadly they no longer have it on their menu. If you are going to update their menu you need to update it online because that's just good business practice. That was why we went in the first place and a big disappointment. Probably would not go back given the chance.

Lobster Roll
Allison M.

Went for lunch on a Saturday. It was busy, but not insane. Only a 10 minute walk in wait for 4 people. Once we were sat, it was a full 10 minutes before anyone brought us water. Once we finally got water and met our waiter, we ordered drinks. It was at least another 10 minutes to get them, and they were wrong. They let us keep them and then brought us the correct drinks. Food came out relatively quick (in comparison) and it was all room temperature. I ordered the lobster roll, and confirmed it was served warm. It was brought to the table "deconstructed", meaning a room temperature plain toasted un-buttered roll, a bowl of undressed shredded lettuce, and a bowl of plain lobster meat that was cool. No mayo, no butter, no celery. It was insanely disappointing. Save yourself a trip and just go to Boathouse

Fried catfish & potatoes
Tami F.

The restaurant is actually a boat and there were a lot of different dining rooms. The server was very helpful and pleasant! The bread they brought before the meal was very good super light & airy! I had shrimp & grits & it was really good! The shrimp were blackened but not spicy at all. My daughter had the fried catfish & she said that was good as well. The restaurant was crowded and we did wait over an hour but we put our name on list & continued to shop as the restaurant is located in Disney Springs. There are tons of restaurants there but I do recommend this one.

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Great service! Nice atmosphere. Fried shrimp platter was very good. Clam boil was a nice entree, as well. Wedge salad was yummy!

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Everything is frozen for sure before cooking...crab cakes, calamari and fried green tomatoes. Skip it...

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Ask the Community - Paddlefish

Where is the closest parking to paddlefish?

Lime Parking Garage, Disney Springs

Do you offer Alaskan king crab legs?

Christina, We currently do not offer Alaskan King Crab. We do have Snow Crab as well as Maine… 

Do we need reservations to dine here? I went to Disney Springs last month and all the restaurants…

Disney Springs is super busy, so I would definitely recommend reservations. If Open Table tells you they are sold out, call the restaurant directly.

Do you have to go to Disney / buy admission to go to this restaurant?

This restaurant is located in Disney Springs, which is admission free for visitors. You will have to get yourself there, which can involve taxis, cars, buses or watercraft, depending on where you start from, but there are many cost-free ways.

Hi, dooes anyone know if they are currently offering take-out or is it dine-in with reservation only?

Dine in only

Do they have a Happy Hour? Food and drinks?

Not that I know of. I never saw anything listed

What's the difference between the crab boils and the crab entrees?

Broiled vs boiled. The Entree is much better but is less and more expensive. I'd recommend the entree if cost isn't a factor.

Does this restaurant move at all?? I know it's "docked" on the water but I get motion sickness easily and if it sways even a tiny bit, I will feel it!

No movement at all! Should be good 👍🏻

What's the difference between the Snow Crab, served with Corn and New Potatoes for $40 and the Snow Crab seafood boil, served with corn on the cob,red potatoes, and corn bread for $29? Why is the one $11 more?

I think you get a smaller amount.

Are the king crab legs all you can eat?

No! Ala carte and I believe they were market price when we were there in Sep. I want to say my husband added them on to his entree and they were $30-$40 add on.

Can you get the steam pots with the dining plan, more specifically the build your own?

Yes! You can get whatever off the menu using the DDP, just know that everything is worth 2 table services and something's will have an additional up charge (DD+17)

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Landry's Seafood House - Fried Seafood Platter

Landry's Seafood House

3.6(709 reviews)
0.9 mi•International Drive / I-Drive
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Food and our server was amazing!…read more Hostess however, not so much! When we walked in, they asked if we had reservations and I honestly said no, but I had checked online and saw they had open reservations so I thought it was worth just walking in. She snickered and said no, the wait time is 30 minutes. Which was strange because looking around there was 50% open tables. I said no problem, add me to the list and we'll wait.... I walked outside, waited 5 minutes, then went online and reserved for the next availability which was in 11 mins. Walked back in 5 mins later and showed them my online reservation and we were seated right away. Moral of the story = if you walked in, you wait 30 minutes but if you book online, you'll wait 5 mins tops. I'd go back for sure but I would prefer not to deal with the hostess that doesn't at least try to accommodate their customers.

Chilean Seabass was absolutely outstanding!! Chelsea was…read moreour server and gave us Great service she accommodated every request! she has a Scorpion tattoo on her neck which is her staple of her expression on life. Very joyful and upbeat!! 5 Star service!! The garlic bread was outstanding that came with the meal and the bananas fosters cake, which was seasonal was absolutely to die for So ,100% order that !! you can get the Keylime pie anywhere else. I highly recommend this place very easy to find and get into near the Magic Kingdom and Disney make a reservation so you don't miss out. I recommend the windows overlooking the ocean!!... or should I say the water fountain? Awesome!!

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Bahama Breeze

4.1(1.2k reviews)
0.9 mi•International Drive / I-Drive
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This place was catching my eye all week! Walking in, it was appealing from the start…read more Thursday lunch, not too busy. We were seated quickly and Monica took great care of us. She was super friendly and checked in on us frequently with refills. I wish I could have tried more of the menu, but I went for the Cuban Sandwich and classic Mojito. Out starter was the crab cheese dip which was amazing! The Cuban sandwich was perfect, and a big sandwich at that! I could have easily been full with a half sandwich. Rice and beans side was a delicious accompaniment. Atmosphere was quiet and casual, easy for conversation. I can't wait to come back here again!

Still a Favorite After 30 Years!…read more I've been a frequent diner at Bahama Breeze for the past 30 years, so it's safe to say I'm a fan! My most recent visit to the Vineland Ave. location near the outlets was for a date night, and overall, we had a really enjoyable experience. We started with several margaritas, and they were vibrant, flavorful, and a great way to kick off the evening. We also enjoyed the yuca sticks and coconut shrimp -- both were delicious. The one big miss of the night was the tostones with chicken. The fried plantains were burnt, there was very little chicken, and unfortunately, there was none of the jerk seasoning that really brings this dish together. That was disappointing, especially since the flavors are what make this appetizer stand out. That said, I'm chalking it up to an off night. One dish isn't going to change my opinion after three decades of enjoying Bahama Breeze. I still love the restaurant, the atmosphere, and the overall experience -- and I'll definitely be back soon! Hopefully the tostones are back to their usual standard on my next visit.

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NEW! Tuna Tostada Stack - Ahi tuna poke layered with crispy tortillas, drizzled with a zesty lime aioli, served with avocado.

Bahama Breeze - Hot Honey Mango Margarita - Casamigos Reposado Tequila, mango, hot honey and bitters with a sweet and spicy rim

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Four Flamingos, A Richard Blais Florida Kitchen - Baked Florida yum!

Four Flamingos, A Richard Blais Florida Kitchen

4.3(323 reviews)
0.8 mi•Disney World, Horizons West / West Orlando
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very underwhelming. service was poor and the lobster bisque that was delivered was lukewarm with…read moreruined it. I ordered a rum cocktail which sounded nice with blackberry puree. what I got was disgusting and nothing like the description. over sweet and just full of what tasted like artificial syrup. The crab cakes were good and the fish and steak entrees were good. I couldn't eat the creme brûlée desert - it totally missed the mark and was not really a crème brûlée. Service was very slow and I eventually had to leave my table and chase down someone just to pay my check. Decor very underwhelming but ok. However the plastic pink flamingoes outside are very tacky. I had really been looking forward to it and we have driven an hour to go there but I won't be going back. Not worth the drive or the price tag which is a shame.

Winner!! Great service, nice setting and a fabulous sword fish!!…read more Unsure of where to go for dinner out, we "traded" the Hyatt by the convention center for the resort Hyatt. While the drive over at 630 pm was rough/long it was worth the trip. Ladies split the salad (excellent), had the salmon (huge - loved it) and the chicken (again huge and loved it) while I had the bone-in swordfish. It was so different and delicious that I ate it all! Excellent drink and a fabulous IPA made for a wonderful night!!

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Chef Art Smith's Homecomin' - Chef Art's Famous Fried Chicken

Chef Art Smith's Homecomin'

4.4(3.4k reviews)
0.1 mi•Disney World, Horizons West / West Orlando
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Super cute establishment with Florida vibes. All the food I saw guests eating looked scrumptious…read more Walked right in and sat at the bar. Staff was super kind. Opted for the peanut brittle drink which mixed cold brew with peanut brittle whiskey and cream. Saw some cool deviled eggs on instagram which hooked me in here to begin with. However the ones I got were the basic ones from the menu where as the photo I got fished on was for a seasonal version. However they were still good but I was excited to try something a bit different.

We selected Homecomin' primarily because of the variety offered on the brunch menu, so learning…read morethat Chef Art Smith's award-winning chicken was also featured felt like a bonus. What I appreciated most was the flexibility of the menu. There were both sweet and savory brunch options, while the lunch menu was also available. With children, that made a huge difference because no one had to "skip" a meal or feel forced into having breakfast simply because we were dining during brunch hours. The food was a bit of a mixed experience for me personally. The braised greens/kale had an interesting sweet and fermented flavor combination that I'm still deciding how I feel about. The sweet potato mash, topped with a layer of marshmallows, was tasty and definitely a great choice for someone who enjoys sweeter sides. The brined fried chicken was cooked well, but I was a little disappointed that the dark meat was boneless. That is simply a personal preference, as I tend to associate boneless fried chicken more with a chicken tender experience. Overall, the chicken was good, although it wasn't the standout of the meal for me. The kids really enjoyed their selections, including the French toast, Grand-Daddy Plate, and chicken and waffles. My 12-year-old initially ordered a sandwich that didn't quite meet his palate expectations. Within just a few minutes of all of our entrées arriving, a manager came by the table to check on us. Because of her attentiveness and due diligence, we were able to explain the issue and have his meal replaced with chicken and waffles without making the situation feel uncomfortable or difficult. That level of service was greatly appreciated. Jill was also wonderful throughout our visit. She was attentive, patient, personable, and exuded an overall great personality. We chose outdoor seating after the rain had passed, and it ended up being perfect. We were able to enjoy the fresh air, relax, people-watch, and take in the Disney Springs atmosphere while dining. Overall, the variety, flexibility, and service were the highlights of our experience. Even though not every dish was necessarily a personal favorite, the team made the experience enjoyable, accommodating, and memorable for our family.

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Chef Art Smith's Homecomin' - Thigh High Chicken Biscuits

Thigh High Chicken Biscuits

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