Orlando Restaurants
Apr 21, 2026 | 7:50 am
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I assume you mean the JW Marriott Grand Lakes. Or did you mean the JW Marriott Bonnet Creek? Either way, neither are close to actual Orlando proper. Mostly options catering to tourists.
I know it sounds touristy, but there are several great restaurants at Disney Springs. Jose Andres' Jaleo is excellent. The tasting menu is worth it.
Several other solid choices there, including The Polite Pig, a Michelin rated BBQ place. Boathouse solid seafood and nice views. STK a small steak house chain is solid.
Gideon's cookies are amazing.
On I-Drive, there is Cafe Tutu Tango, an artists loft with tapas. Probably the only place I would eat on International Drive.
I know it sounds touristy, but there are several great restaurants at Disney Springs. Jose Andres' Jaleo is excellent. The tasting menu is worth it.
Several other solid choices there, including The Polite Pig, a Michelin rated BBQ place. Boathouse solid seafood and nice views. STK a small steak house chain is solid.
Gideon's cookies are amazing.
On I-Drive, there is Cafe Tutu Tango, an artists loft with tapas. Probably the only place I would eat on International Drive.