Rancho Chico

We drove from South Orlando to eat their lobster roll on a Friday. We were a bit late 1:20 and…read morealmost missed out. Call ahead to reserve one. You get a small salad (for us, broccoli in a dressing, very good), bag of chips, drink with the sandwich. They also had clam chowder which husband said was very good. I had lobster bisque. He would order again. Me, probably not. They also offer lots of choices. Lobster only on Friday. I want to try their steak and cheese or Cuban next time. Owners are hands-on and very friendly. Don't miss this corner deli.

I purchased macaroni salad and couldn't eat it. never have I tasted good that poorly seasoned! it…read moretasted horrible! won't go back!

Bagels with cream cheese, croissant breakfast sandwich

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Steak and cheese and hibiscus tea. Try it! its so good.

Nature's Table Cafe

3.4(35 reviews)

0.8 mi

The most plain and basic food around. Unfortunately, there isn't a lot of healthy options in this…read morearea, I wish their was a Bolay around here, but the closest is in Lake Nona. Food here has little to no flavor. Their Acai bowls are expensive and small.

for the price point its damn delicious. . i order the greek sandwich . sucker for tapanaderead more

Closest to Northbound entrance.

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The big scoop of acai and how the bowl is complete melted

Village Inn

4.0(114 reviews)

1.1 mi

The hostess was very upbeat when we entered. And the server was amazing a great personality and…read morevery on point. The only issues i can say we had were the booths were so low and it was freezing. The food was great. A lot of food for the price. The pancakes could have tasted a bit better. But the chicken and waffles were great. They're chicken fingers fyi. But def great. My chicken fries steak was HUGE i couldn't finish it. It was very crispy the gravy was great. The hot syrup was very nice touch. Had to get a slice of pie to go cause we're so full. Def get the pie though they are very good. Overall i would def recommend this place over an ihop. Great service. Great food. Great price!

I did not think that there were any locations left in Central Florida. I was pleasantly surprised…read moreto find that not too far away I could still visit a Village Inn. Everyone talks about their pies here and yes they are fantastic and you can often get less common pies that you would not find in your local grocery store. Think Rhubarb, Lemon Marange, French Silk or even a pumpkin pie in May. Service was fine and the food was excellent. Standard diner rules so you can have breakfast anytime you would like. We ordered club sandwich and biscuits and gravy that came out quickly and disappeared from our plate in short order. I will certainly be back as they offer daily specials and take note that if you are a veteran they also have a special for you as well.

Inside restaurant. Free pie Wednesdays.

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Here is another view of the Village Inn, along with the sign you want to see: free pie (on Wednesdays).

Canoe Creek Sports Tavern

3.8(131 reviews)

2.5 mi

A great experience, we love it here. Food is always great…read more Blue cheese is amazing! Chicken tender specials night... oh man.. winner!! My wife gets the gyro every time, and is one of the main reasons we come here so often.

Canoe Creek Sports Tavern is exactly what you would expect from a sports bar and grill. Multiple…read moreTVs on the walls, wings, beer, and pub food. The night we ate here they had a huge party seated and apologized in advance for the wait. Thing is, we dint wait longer than I would have anywhere else. In fact, it was possibly shorter. We ordered the Longhorn and the Rueben. Both were good. Are they exceptional? No. That's ok. They are consistent and good. That is what you want from a sports bar.

Ruben

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Vodka martini

A Touch of Basil

4.4(148 reviews)

1.6 mi

This was my first visit here, and I honestly wish I had come sooner! It's a cozy little place, but…read moreit's packed with delicious flavors. The regular cheese slice was perfectly crispy, with just the right amount of cheese, and the sauce was really tasty! I definitely plan to return. The staff were all so kind and friendly, making the experience even better.

Wednesday February 25 we are table 11:45am I am waiting too long time we are leaving because of…read moreserver not showing up Next time Younger waitress ! Server first then later !!! It 15 minutes awfully

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Giant 28 inch pizza

Gator's Dockside - Saint Cloud

3.5(143 reviews)

0.5 mi

Forgot to take pics! SMH! We all loved our food! HIGHLY recommend the chicken quesadilla! I got the…read moregator bites, tried the chicken strips and a pretzel bite. All very good!

Fast and friendly service--despite it being Superbowl Sunday…read more Clean and inviting environment--plenty of TVs for the big games and a big old bar! Food--arrived in an instant, was tasty, and I was allowed to modify my sampler! That alone is reason for me to come back! I recommend this place!

Bar area.

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Steak quesadilla

Loading Gastrobrunch

4.3(311 reviews)

Would definitely return! The portions are HUGE, so come hungry…read more The waffle cone tacos were good, the filling was really tasty, but the sweet waffle cone wasn't for me since I'm not big on sweets. If you have a sweet tooth, though, you'll probably love them. The mac & cheese wrap was massive and really good. Definitely worth trying. Just keep in mind they close at 3 PM, so get there early.

Food was phenomenal! We ordered the mac & cheese, cinnamon toast French toast, and the breakfast…read morechicken and candied bacon waffle tacos. Everything was really flavorful, filling, and worth trying. My only small complaint with the food is that you can't mix and match the tacos, which would be nice since they have some fun options. The restaurant itself has a bar, indoor and outdoor seating, and a very nice modern style. The staff was friendly and seemed to be trying their best to keep up with how busy and hectic the restaurant gets. I took off a star because the air conditioning is definitely an issue, which made the experience less enjoyable, especially in this Florida heat. This isn't my first time here, and every visit seems to come with a wait. They also seem to be short-staffed most of the time, so service can feel a little stretched. I would say it's on the pricey side, but the food is worth it in the end. With better staffing and some cooling in the dining area, the overall experience would match the quality of the food so much better. With that being said, I'll definitely be back, but probably on a day when it's nice and cool!

Interior

The Gastro Burger

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Cinni-Bun French Toast Kids $11 with berries or $8 without berries

The Catfish Place

4.1(414 reviews)

0.6 mi

I had heard this place was legendary online and by word of mouth. I knew I needed to try this place…read moreout. I went with my mom and it was probably fifty minutes after it had opened for the day. There were quite a few people already eaten and by the demographic (older crowd) I knew this place was going to slap. In addition to that, I heard some of the waitresses talking to the customers and most of them seemed to be locals and frequent customers. Due to that, I figured the food must be good. Anyway, we had a server who was very friendly and personable. I ordered the lunch special where I got the catfish, fried flounder, the vegetable of the day, squash, and mashed potatoes with country fried steak gravy. My mom got fried clam and fried catfish with a side of coleslaw. The ordering time did not take too long and our food came out relatively fast. The catfish was very tasty along with the fried flounder. They are were very well cooked and had a nice breading-to-fish ratio. I enjoyed the yellow squash as the vegetable of the day but I wasn't crazy about the mashed potatoes. I personally would not get them again. My mom enjoyed the fried clam as she talked about how she used to get a Howard Johnsons fried clam sandwich that she still dreams of. She said these fried clams were even better cooked than the ones she had in the past. She also said she really enjoyed the catfish as it was very tasty. Finally, she mentioned how the coleslaw was really good as it wasn't overly 'mayonaisey.' Now, I do have one negative thing to say. Although our waitress was very sweet and kind she was a bit slow on wrapping up our dining experience. We both wanted to get some desert to go, and waited at least ten minutes for her to come back to our table. There was a long period of time where I did not see her waiting on any tables and was in the kitchen. She eventually came back and we ordered the Chocolate Silk Pie and the Peach Cobbler. Then we ended up waiting another ten for the check. Other than that, we did enjoy our experience and this restaurant and would come back in the future.

The Catfish Place has more of an older, classic local spot feel, but that's part of its charm. It's…read morenot super modern or fancy, but it has that comfortable, old-school style that makes it feel familiar. The food was good and the service was nice. I ordered the catfish, and it was great -- crispy, flavorful, and fresh. Overall, it's a solid place if you're craving comfort food and seafood.

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Phyre Brewery & Tavern

4.3(206 reviews)

I was craving a good steak and came across this casual, laid back steakhouse. After reading several…read morereviews praising their beer cheese and pretzels, I knew I had to find out for myself. I made a reservation, but when I arrived, only a few people were sitting at the bar, so I practically had the entire dining room to myself. Phyre is located on a quiet street just steps away from St. Cloud City Hall. The décor features black velvet booths, black chairs, and marble tables. It isn't fancy, but it has a cool, modern vibe. They even had a huge Christmas tree still on display, decorated in preparation for the Fourth of July, which definitely caught my attention. Allie was my host and server, and she was friendly, attentive, and welcoming throughout my visit. Every restaurant needs a Allie. She was amazing! If Phyre management reads this, she needs a raise. I mean absolutely wonderful service! I started with what they call the "Our Fashion" cocktail and their famous pretzels served with beer cheese . The cocktail was enjoyable, and I can see why the pretzels get so much attention. They were soft, warm, and fresh. I would have preferred a little less salt, but then again, it wouldn't really be a pretzel. The cheese sauce could have been hotter, but it was flavorful and paired well with the pretzels. For my entrée, I ordered the surf and turf featuring filet medallions, three crab-stuffed shrimp, and a side of garlic mashed potatoes. The food arrived surprisingly quickly, which I appreciated. The filet medallions were cooked to a perfect medium and had a nice slight crisp on the outside, although they weren't quite as hot as I would have liked. It was served towith a delicious wine sauce that really elevated the dish. The crab stuffed shrimp were flavorful, and the garlic mashed potatoes were a great complement to the meal. Overall, I enjoyed my Sunday dinner at Phyre. The service was excellent, the atmosphere was relaxed, and the food delivered a satisfying steakhouse experience. I'd definitely return to try more of the menu.

Didn't know what to expect when we pulled up to Phyre Brewery and Tavern. It was one of rhe…read morecoldest Saturdays in Florida history. And when we entered it was all sunshine and good vibes. Hard to describe this place. It was decorated like an old time speakeasy. There was a pianist doing Billy Joel songs which was quite good. And the patrons here were top notch. Liked the tree they have up all year, the theme for February was Valentines. Frankie is the chef and she is making magic here. Had the short ribs and it came with rosemary and garlic mash and brussels. Can't believe how very delicious this was and it was 5 star quality and worth every penny of it's $36 price. One of the best meals I have had in months. The bananas foster cheese cake is to die for. Actually everything was great. The food, drinks and such friendly service. So in love with Phyre Brewery & Tavern. Crystal and Kristen were our bartenders. Kristen made a smoked old fashion which was awesome. It was a little on the sweet side, but definitely awesome. See the videos. They also have a Clydes old fashioned which is garnished with their phyre bacon. Aubrey and Allie were taking care of the tables, but got to meet them too and they were awesome. There is Karaoke here on Mondays... so definitely have to come back and check that out!

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Chandy

John 3:16 Caffe

4.6(35 reviews)

After hearing a little about this place, I decided I wanted to check it out for myself…read more It's located in a quaint area that has a nice small town feel. There's a parking lot available, as well as street parking. There are two entrances. One from the Street and one from the parking lot for convenience. As soon as I walked in, soft music was playing, creating such a peaceful atmosphere. The menu is small, so it's not overwhelming, but it's also quirky and creative. Many of the items are named after books of the Bible or people from the Bible, which I thought was a nice touch. The Barista was so welcoming and warm as each person walked through the doors. I ordered a Goliath (20 oz.) cup of Lot's Wife, a salted caramel cold brew. I was a little hesitant about the name because I refuse to look back like Lot's wife, lol, but it's all in love! I enjoyed every drop of my brew. I was able to sit there for a couple of hours, read my Bible, and simply enjoy the peaceful atmosphere. The Lord was there, and I truly enjoyed that quiet time. I don't know how often I'll make it back here, but this is definitely a wonderful place to visit by yourself or with a friend. It's the kind of place where you can sit, relax, read, talk, or simply enjoy some quiet time.

I loved this cute little spot to stop in and work for the day! Was super cute inside and was happy…read moreto work here in a Christian environment. The food and drinks were all yummy!! The big reason I'm knocking it a star is the pricing. My waffle (small) was $13. I could go get a whole meal at chipotle or a food spot for that. Over all everything I bought here, 1 drink, 2 food items was almost $40. Too pricey IMO! They don't have prices anywhere either like others state, that's annoying to me. Overall would definitely come back, just wish they worked on lowering the prices

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Josh H.

12 years ago

Always a pleasure to walk in these doors. We are fortunate enough to have Miguel as our server every time, though the rest of the staff is great too. You will definitely find that they work hard as a team and help each other when one of them is busy (by refilling drinks or delivering food) which makes for great and speedy service. read more

Brett M.

10 years ago

Nice place for a late lunch. Great service huge glass of sangria. My wife loved the steak plate. I had the burrito fantastic. The decor was awesome. The chairs are rimincant of Disney. My wife who is Latin did not like the music but it kept my gringo toe tapping she can write her own review. read more

Shaila D.

4 years ago

one of the best Mexican restaurants i have ever been, the service and the food was fantastic, the waiter was right on top of things very pleasant the prices incredible, the salsa and guacamole was superb if I had a complaint was the parking lot need to be updated and cleaned. read more

Mari R.

8 years ago

Use to like going to this place until the service I received has horrible. Appetizer that was ordered I never received. The server was really bad and rude. Not sure if I will ever go back. read more

Amy P.

116

7 years ago

What a great find this was! Our family enjoyed a great lunch here! Service was fast, friendly and the food was served hot! Everything was delicious! read more

Vanessa C.

126

8 years ago

Their carne asada is so good and so is the guac. Actually I have not had a single thing from their menu that I didn't enjoy.

Kathryn C.

4 years ago

Food is not really very tasty. I've been there several times and tried different menu items, but nothing I really like.

Perry J.

6 years ago

Best mexican ever!! I always get the chicken fajita burrito and some queso! They have the best chips and salsa as well!

Yesenia M.

6 years ago

It was lunch time. Plenty of food provide for a very reasonable price. The food was good. I was pleasantly surprised

Mike B.

13 years ago

We have been here probably 10 times in the past twelve months. everything has been very good consistently.

Tiffany B.

7 years ago

Great service and great food!! Everything tasted super fresh. We are so glad we tried it!

Jeri D.

6 years ago

Cheese Enchiladas As always fantastic, But you're not gonna find that out to you get here read more

Jose R.

4 months ago

Excellent food and affordable housing. I love the place and the people. Truly recommend

C R.

10 years ago

Absolutely incredible food! Their chips and salsa are top notch!

Bud C.

11 years ago

Excellent authentic Mexican food. Great service and atmosphere!

Ken C.

11 years ago

Really good Mexican food and we really love the Fajitas!

Alex A.

11 years ago

Really good mexican food and the prices are great, also.

Cori S.

109

10 years ago

Best house margaritas!!!! Never disappointed.

Anonymous F.

7 years ago

Nice Mexican joint. Not much else to say.

Christian G.

16 years ago

Really really good. Try the Carne Asada.

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