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Hop in the car because we’re heading to Historic Winter Garden!
From the restaurants to the weekly farmers market , and everything in between—this picturesque city, located just west of Orlando, is one of our favorite hidden gems. The main Plant Street is lined with many adorable shops and, most importantly, restaurants. We’ve taste-tested, and now it’s time to share our picks for the best restaurants in Winter Garden. From tacos to fresh seafood to pizza to jambalaya, Winter Garden has everything!
Keep scrolling to see our favorite Winter Garden restaurants that foodies will absolutely eat up! ?
Looking for something a little upscale? Make a reservation to dine at Market to Table.
This restaurant is perfect for your next special occasion, with a focus on locally sourced ingredients and adding a twist to American cuisine. For the adventurous foodies out there, try the bone marrow app—it’s absolutely delicious—and for your entree, get the yellowtail snapper. Their menu also features an array of craft beers and cocktails to pair with your meal.
Savor classic American dishes with a twist at Urban on Plant. This restaurant focuses on inspired and creative versions of the foods you know and love utilizing only the freshest ingredients. The vibes are immaculate. This spot is great for families, brunch with the squad, catching a game, or sipping a post-work libation!
The menu rotates seasonally, but there are some standard faves that are always available, like our faves, the wild mushroom mac n cheese and the loaded potato dip! And for your main, we recommend the fig and prosciutto flatbread and the Korean bulgogi tacos. And since it’s springtime, we love the high tea cocktail that’s served in a beautiful teacup.
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The best way to beat the Florida heat? Ceviche!
Duck inside the Plant Street Market to snack on some seriously fresh and vibrant ceviche. Ceviche is a South American dish of marinated raw fish or seafood! (Don’t worry, the citrus juice cooks the seafood!) The combo is the citrus juice, fresh seafood, and crunchy veggies, which makes this the perfect afternoon snack. Pair it with a delicious brew from Crooked Can Brewery and a breezy spot on the patio for the ultimate experience.
The best thing about Italian food is that it’s simultaneously special occasion food and comfort food Cariera’s is the perfect spot to celebrate a birthday or anniversary, catch up with friends, or treat yourself to a tasty pasta dinner.
With over 40 years of experience in the kitchen, it’s no wonder we’ve never had a bad meal here! Our go-to pasta has to be the Ala Vodka—we’re a sucker for good vodka sauce—and the eggplant parm tastes just like Sunday dinner at Nonna’s!
Let’s taco ’bout The Whole Enchilada. This isn’t your average Mexican joint. This menu highlights fresh Mexican food and tons of great vibes. Wash down your tacos with a marg as you take in the views from their rooftop bar!
If you’re up for a challenge, try your hand at The Ex-Wife Challenge. You have 45 minutes to complete a 6-pound burrito with your choice of protein, served with enchilada (topped with red mole sauce, jack and cheddar cheese, sour cream, and fresh cilantro) with a side of tortilla chips. Beat the challenge for a free meal and a Whole Enchilada t-shirt!
Grab a slice at this downtown pizza joint. This is the perfect spot for catching up with friends over a freshly tossed pie.
Kick off the meal with garlic knots and calamari before diving into your pie! Choose from 10″, 14″, 16″, or 18″ pies with a bunch of different toppings for every type of pizza lover—there’s even a Hawaiian pizza if that’s your thing! And if you aren’t in the mood for a slice, WG Pizza Company also has some tasty pasta dishes, and you can’t forget about a cannoli for dessert!
Savor authentic Mexican food in a fun atmosphere—count us in!
You can’t have tacos without a marg! Try one of their signature marg like the La Rosa with muddled strawberries or the El Apache with tamarind nectar. Snack on chiles rellenos, street tacos, enchiladas, and other classic Mexican faves. Make this the new go-to spot for Taco Tuesday or whenever you’re craving some comforting Mexican food.
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In the mood for Brazilian? Check out Pico Bistro!
Enjoy the flavors of Latin America through some tasty empanadas! Pico Bistro offers a bunch of different flavors that are traditional, American, and sweet. So you can do an entire meal of just empanadas! Try something traditional like the beef with green olives and eggs, something American like the bacon mac and cheese, and then end the meal with a guava and cheese empanada!
In the food for some authentic Thai food? Step into Thai Blossom. This unassuming resto in downtown WG is a true hidden gem. Their menu features classics like fried rice and pad thai, but we recommend opting for some of their more unique offerings like the param steamed chicken served inn their signature peanut sauce or if you can handle some heat the nam prik pai (chili jam) served with your choice of protein.
If you’re looking for somewhere for lunch, this is a great spot because they offer up amazing and delicious lunch deals!
Ready to try out one of these top Winter Garden restaurants? Don’t forget to take us along for the ride by following us on Instagram @StuffToDoInOrlando and tagging us in all your foodie pics! And make sure to give us a follow to stay up to date with all things Orlando.
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Kailey is an Arizona native, currently living her best life in Orlando, Florida. She’s passionate about hunting down and sharing all things her beautiful city has to offer—making the hidden Florida gems accessible to everyone! You can find her exploring Orlando with a camera in hand, typing away in a local coffee shop, or jetting off to her favorite travel destinations ✈️
