{"id":138177,"date":"2026-01-30T22:27:20","date_gmt":"2026-01-30T22:27:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/138177\/"},"modified":"2026-01-30T22:27:20","modified_gmt":"2026-01-30T22:27:20","slug":"the-25-most-romantic-restaurants-in-orlando","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/138177\/","title":{"rendered":"The 25 most romantic restaurants in Orlando"},"content":{"rendered":"

Wining and dining season is here. Valentine\u2019s Day is racing right up on us, which means it\u2019s time to kick reservation mode into high gear. Whether you\u2019re looking to book a romantic dinner for two, a friends\u2019 night out or even a solo date, there\u2019s an abundance of romantic restaurants awaiting you around town.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s where to find Orlando\u2019s best candlelit cozy spots, intimate tapas bars, extravagant splurge spots and classic romantic eateries.<\/p>\n

\"\"The Monroe<\/a>
448 N. Terry Ave., Orlando
The Monroe is a swanky restaurant located in Orlando\u2019s Creative Village, offering up cozy vibes, tasty small plates and entrees, coffee and cocktails. Credit: The Monroe\/Facebook<\/p>\n

\"\"Enzo\u2019s on the Lake<\/a>
1130 S. U.S. Highway 17-92, Longwood
Enzo\u2019s on the Lake got its start in a small Central Florida home in 1980. Over the years, the restaurant has become the area\u2019s go-to scenic dining destination, serving Italian cuisine with a chic spin. Credit: Enzo’s on the Lake\/Facebook<\/p>\n

\"\"Death in the Afternoon
<\/a>930 N. Mills Ave., Orlando
This \u201cfriendly neighborhood absinthe house\u201d launched in late 2023 and was named for the Ernest Hemingway-invented cocktail made with champagne and absinthe. Expect a moody, speakeasy feel and, as you can probably imagine, strong drinks. Credit: Photo via Death in the Afternoon\/Google Maps<\/p>\n

\"\"The Moderne<\/a>
1241 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando
The Moderne is a contemporary cocktail bar serving up a rotating menu of both classic and reinvented beverages, plus tasty Asian-inspired tapas.
Credit: Google Maps<\/p>\n

\"\"Kres Chophouse<\/a>
17 W. Church St., Orlando
The focus on bringing in a ritzy clientele gives the interior of this downtown Orlando restaurant the feeling of a time warp \u2014 back to when going to get a nice steak was the finest thing a discerning eater could do for themselves. But you might be surprised by the healthy selection of vegan choices on the menu as well. Credit: Kres Chophouse<\/p>\n

\"\"Garp and Fuss
<\/a>348 N. Park Ave., Winter Park
Garp and Fuss is the place to be if you\u2019re trying to treat your taste buds to something new. But the best way to do it is to grab a seat in the beautiful indoor patio-esque dining room, with greenery crawling up the walls and the sun (or moon) shining through the windows overhead.\u00a0 Credit: Garp & Fuss\/Facebook<\/p>\n

\"\"Kaya<\/a>
618 N. Thornton Ave., Orlando
At Kaya, a modern Filipino restaurant, there\u2019s a homey feel and a menu that deliberately tests any preconceived notions people may have of Filipino fare. Credit: Kaya\/Facebook<\/p>\n

\"\"Tori Tori
<\/a>720 N. Mills Ave., Orlando
Tori Tori is both a modern cocktail bar and a hotspot to grab traditional Japanese pub food in Orlando\u2019s Mills 50 district. From the mind of Domu\u2019s Sean \u201cSonny\u201d Nguyen, the spot offers classic and creative cocktails, sake, beer and wine and eats like scallop crudo and wagyu gyoza.\u00a0 Credit: Tori Tori\/Facebook<\/p>\n

\"\"Sparrow\u00a0
<\/a>807 N. Orange Ave., Orlando\u00a0
Wine bar and restaurant Sparrow, about 100 feet away from Reyes Mezcaleria, offers a menu drawing on executive chef\/partner Wendy Lopez\u2019s heritage. But flavors and techniques from Portugal, Italy and France also pepper the bill of fare with continental classics like tortilla Espa\u00f1ola, patatas bravas, jam\u00f3n ib\u00e9rico and conservas served alongside bacalhau croquetas, cacio e pepe and prawn de bourgogne. Credit: Sparrow\/Facebook<\/p>\n

\"\"Talay
<\/a>861 N. Orange Ave., Orlando
Talay, offering seafood-leaning Thai fare from the folks behind Isan Zaap, opened this year in NoDo. The restaurant is partial to the bounties of the deep \u2014 \u201cI want to showcase the flavors of Thailand through seafood,\u201d said chef-owner Fin Patsawee in our review of the space.\u00a0 Credit: Photo via Google Maps<\/p>\n

\"\"Corner Chophouse
<\/a>558 W. New England Ave., Winter Park
The Winter Park space that once housed Dexter\u2019s and Park Avenue Tavern is now home to high-end steakhouse Corner Chophouse, from the Charleston-based Indigo Road Hospitality Group. The restaurant aims to blend steakhouse tradition with Florida finesse, serving Certified Angus Beef Prime cuts, regionally sourced seafood and shareable sides. The bar also serves a martini-forward cocktail program. Credit: Corner Chophouse<\/p>\n

\"\"Kabooki Sushi<\/a>
Multiple locations\u00a0
Chef\u00a0Henry Moso<\/a>\u00a0is what makes the sushi game so strong at this high-end spot. There are a handful of rolls, none of which you\u2019ll find at your average sushi joint, but it\u2019s mostly sashimi and nigiri.\u00a0 Credit: Kabooki<\/p>\n

\"\"Lorelai
<\/a>737 N. Thornton Ave., Orlando
This Mills 50 neighborhood wine bar offers bites, sips and a simple, elevated atmosphere. Sit inside or out, at the bar or a table and soak up the laid-back energy. Credit: Lorelai<\/p>\n

\"\"Mosonori<\/a>
1100 Orlando Ave., Winter Park
With its first location having opened in 2024 and a second less than a year later, Mosonori offers an intimate handroll bar experience with plenty of flavors to dive in to. As impressive as the roll marrying king crab, Kaluga caviar and spicy mayo is, don\u2019t pass on a tasting of toro tartare with truffle ponzu and bubu arare. Credit: Photo via Google Maps<\/p>\n

\"\"Luca Turci Italian Restaurant
<\/a>153 E. Morse Blvd., Winter Park
Luca Turci Italian Restaurant, from Turci Pasta and Turci Panino owner Vinicius Turci, has replaced Braccia Ristorante on Morse Boulevard in Winter Park. It comes from the team behind Turci Pasta in College Park, likely all part of Turci\u2019s aggressive growth plan, which also includes Turci Panini and Turci Osteria Italiana. Credit: Photo by Matt Keller Lehman<\/p>\n

\"\"The Chapman
<\/a>500 S. Park Ave., Winter Park
The Chapman aims to celebrate the history of Winter Park. The name is a reference to Winter Park founders Loring Augustus Chase and Oliver Everett Chapman, and the restaurant presents a menu of the best Florida has to offer \u2014 fresh fish and seafood as well as locally raised beef and plenty of citrus \u2014 in a space inspired by fin de si\u00e8cle style.\u00a0 Credit: Photo via Chapman Restaurant\/Facebook<\/p>\n

\"\"Osteria Ester<\/a>
629 E. Central Blvd., Orlando
Osteria Ester, an Italian-American concept from Good Salt Restaurant Group founders (and\u00a02025 James Beard Award finalists for Outstanding Restaurateur<\/a>) Jason and Sue Chin, is open in Thornton Park. It aims to be a true neighborhood gathering place taking on a casual and communal feel. Michael Cooper, executive chef-partner of The Osprey (another Good Salt operation<\/a>) oversees kitchen operations at this restaurant named after his grandmother. Credit: Google Maps<\/p>\n

\"\"Selva Rosa Cocina & Bar<\/a>
901 S. Orlando Ave., Winter Park
Selva Rosa Cocina & Bar aims to be an \u201celevated-casual space where people can hang out, enjoy good drinks and have fun,\u201d says Heidy Cuevas, a spokesperson for the restaurant. Selva Rosa features three distinct areas: the main dining room, a sushi bar and \u201cEl Patio Rosa.\u201d The menu, Cuevas says, blends Mexican, Latin American and Asian flavors to create a unique experience. Credit: Google Maps<\/p>\n

\"\"Maxine\u2019s on Shine
<\/a>337 Shine Ave., Orlando
Maxine\u2019s on Shine offers regular live music, a hefty comfort food-filled menu, and weekend brunch perfect for a relaxing meal. Credit: Photo via Maxine’s on Shine\/Facebook<\/p>\n

\"\"Otto\u2019s High Dive
<\/a>2304 E. Robinson St., Orlando
This Milk District-born \u201cneighborhood rum bar\u201d offers a lush, design-forward ambience and plenty of (of course) rum-based libations and tasty Cuban fare. Credit: Otto’s High Dive\/Facebook<\/p>\n

\"\"The Wellborn<\/a>
211 N. Lucerne Circle W., Orlando
This quaint neighborhood hangout spot and bar aims to offer a \u201ctaste of vacation.\u201d Guests can enjoy the scenic atmosphere, small plates, desserts and Sunday brunch on top of a plentiful wine and cocktail list. Credit: The Wellborn\/Facebook<\/p>\n

\"\"Leiah<\/a>
409 N. Magnolia Ave., Orlando
Leiah, the downtown bo\u00eete on the ground floor of the Hilton Garden Inn fronted by chef Omar Torres, opened in March. The restaurant is billed as a \u201cchef driven home-style kitchen that makes perfect symphony with the most luxurious elements of land and sea.\u201d Credit: Leiah\/Google Maps<\/p>\n

\"\"Nami<\/a>
6004 Artist Ave., Lake Nona
The simple modern Japanese eatery concept has been reimagined by culinary director Freddy Money and executive chef Jason Beliveau at Nami. Expect a menu filled with over-the-top Japanese creations. Credit: Matt Keller Lehman<\/p>\n

\"\"\u00d4mo by J\u00f4nt<\/a>
115 E. Lyman Ave., Winter Park
\u00d4mo by J\u00f4nt takes guests on a journey into cuisine from around the world featuring Japanese fare in an interactive atmosphere. With room for up to 16 guests at a time, the eatery ushers guests through three separate rooms, where they can feast on 18 to 22 courses of refined French-Japanese creations. The Living Room is where guests can snack on a \u201cbarrage of canap\u00e9s.\u201d Then they\u2019re led to the Savory Counter for the brunt of the meal, finishing in the Pastry Parlor.\u00a0 Credit: \u00d4mo by J\u00f4nt\/Facebook<\/p>\n

\"\"Prato
<\/a>124 N. Park Ave., Winter Park
Orlando Weekly readers\u2019 \u201cbest Italian restaurant\u201d three years in a row, Prato scores huge with Orlandoans for its authentic Italian dishes. You\u2019ll battle crowds to get a seat at this loud Park Avenue \u201cit spot,\u201d but once inside, the rustic Italian creations will justify the body-checking. As you can read in our 2020 Prato review, \u201cYou\u2019d be hard-pressed to find better meatballs in the city, seriously.\u201d Credit: Prato\/Facebook<\/p>\n

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