Diners' Choice: Lively restaurants in Orlando / Central Florida East

OpenTable

Updated 05 January 2025

Looking for restaurants that have the most vibrant bar scenes in Orlando / Central Florida East? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

63 Sovereign

5.0

5 (583)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Ormond Beach

About the restaurant

63 Sovereign is on a mission to bring together all of the characteristics associated with a great dining experience. Delicious food and drink, prepared and served to you by a passionate team of professionals in a charming and comfortable setting.

We believe that dining is more than a routine. It is an experience that ties us to our roots, keeps us connected and provides fuel for the soul.

Our menu is a progressive interpretation of cuisine from around the world. A carefully curated raw bar highlights an excellent selection of cold water oysters. Our seasonal selections feature ingredients that change throughout the year, while our staple menu showcases many of our traditional favorites.

Top review

Tara

Dined 1 day ago

One of our favorite restaurants and always our go-to for delicious oysters. The atmosphere is cozy and the food is always excellent. If the restaurant is full indoors, it can get a bit loud, but there are great places to sit outside and the new outdoor bar/dining area is relaxing. Highly recommend!

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Charcuterie Board

Jazz Tastings

4.9

4.9 (610)

$31 to $50

American

Maitland

About the restaurant

• $10 Entertainment Fee Per Person on Friday, Saturday & Monday Night Jazz Jam (first Monday of the month)•
• $25 Minimum Food & Beverage Purchase Per Person Monday-Thursday•
• $50 Minimum Food & Beverage Purchase Per Person for on Friday & Saturday•
• Friday & Saturday: Reservations available until 7:30pm, after that time we accept walk ins only!•
•Parties of 7 or more must purchase a group package, contact us at 407-795-1582•
**If minimums are not met you will be charged the remaining balance**

Weekly Deals:
Happy Hour Tuesday-Thursday from 5:30pm-7pm: Half off appetizers
Tuesday- Burger & Brew $15, 1/2 off Wine Bottles all night!
Wednesday- 1/2 off select Whiskey & Wine all night!
Thursday- 1/2 off Don Julio Anejo, Blanco and Reposado all night!

Located in Maitland, Florida, Jazz Tastings combines the intimate atmosphere of a jazz bar with a classy menu. There is also an impressive alcohol list to enjoy along with the soothing music and great food.

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Sophia

Dined 2 days ago

Second time I was there, but just as awesome! This is easily my favorite restaurant in the area!

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Wagyu Burger

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Bread Pudding of the Day

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Shrimp & Grits

Permanent Vacation

4.9

4.9 (299)

$30 and under

American

Maitland

About the restaurant

Permanent Vacation is a tropical destination with an extensive rum list, rum mixed with exotic flavors, exquisite bites, immersive special effects and vibes that never stray too far from the equator!

You must be at least 21 to dine or drink with us.

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Keith

Dined 1 day ago

A true tiki bar, from the drinks to the theming. Friendly, knowledgeable, and engaging server and bar staff. Felix offered expert advice on all menu items, including some background on drink preparation. Permanent Vacation lived up to all our expectations.

Chayote Barrio Kitchen

4.9

4.9 (9)

$31 to $50

Latin / Spanish

Winter Park

About the restaurant

{Awarded Best New Restaurant In Orlando | Orlando Sentinel Foodie Awards}
{Awarded Best Latin Restaurant In Orlando | Orlando Magazine Readers' Choice 2024}

Bienvenidos to Chayote Barrio Kitchen, celebrated Chef Mario Pagán's newest concept located in Winter Park Village, in the Plaza, across from the Regal Movie Theater in Winter Park, FL.

Introducing Nueva Mesa Latina, we celebrate the traditions and culinary footprint of all cultures with Hispanic heritage while also looking forward to where Latin cuisine will go into the future.

The Chayote team is dedicated to providing exceptional guest experiences, with a focus on unparalleled service and exceptional food in a welcoming atmosphere.

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Robert VIP

Dined on 9 Jan 2025

Absolutely perfect! The ambiance, the food, the service and the drinks were fantastic!

Bahama Breeze - Orlando - Altamonte Springs

4.8

4.8 (534)

$30 and under

Caribbean

Altamonte Springs

About the restaurant

When you're at Bahama Breeze Island Grille, life's one big party. It's an escape from the ordinary and a much-needed excuse for you to let loose. Famous since 1996 for tropical cocktails, live music, and more, the vibe here is always as amazing as that Caribbean-inspired food we're known for. Bahama Breeze offers your favorites: seafood, salads, chicken-all with island flair. From Jerk Chicken Pasta to Seafood Paella, you can enjoy the islands one taste at a time, discovering new flavors along the way. Naturally, we're the perfect spot for all the sunniest moments in life: happy hours with friends, anniversaries, birthdays, date nights and unique culinary experiences. So, when you're ready to raise your glass and move your feet, the party's in full swing and the islands are waiting for you or if you'd rather bring the Island party home, online ordering is a Breeze too!

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MichaelVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Great service and delicious food. We are never disappointed with anything at the Altamonte location.

The Moderne

4.8

4.8 (359)

$31 to $50

Contemporary Asian

Downtown Orlando

About the restaurant

SUN-THURS: 5PM - 1AM
FRI&SAT: 5PM - 2AM
KITCHEN LAST CALL: SUN-THURS: 11:30pm/FRI & SAT: 12:30am
21+ AFTER 10PM

- Reservations available for parties up to 10 guests 7 days in advance
- For parties of more than 10 guests, please email: Lindsey@DrinkModerne.com
- If you do not see a reservation available at the time that you’d like to dine, we still may be able to accommodate you on our patio (for which we do not take reservations), at our bar top (open seating), or during lounge hours from 10pm-Close
- Please arrive on time. We give a 10-minute grace period past the time of the reservation for you to check in with the host stand
- A $10/person no-show penalty is charged should you fail to cancel your reservation
- The restaurant may not be able to accommodate additional guests to a reservation
- In order to accurately quote wait times for all guests, we have a 2-hour limit on all parties dining at tables
- A 20% gratuity will be added to all parties of 5+

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David

Dined on 9 Jan 2025

Great food, great atmosphere and awesome service! The staff here really understands how to bring hospitality to life!

Curious Cork

4.8

4.8 (140)

$31 to $50

Tapas / Small Plates

Lake Hart

About the restaurant

We believe in creating a curated, sophisticated yet welcoming experience. You don’t need to know a lot about wine to enjoy our offerings. In fact, all you need is a little curiosity. When you’re here, we want you to feel welcome.

Whether wine is your passion or you’re eager to learn and develop your palate, we offer a friendly, warm setting to keep your curiosity thriving.

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Julie

Dined 7 days ago

The food is unbelievably good and good portion sizes. I feel like some of the wine is overpriced, but I am also not a wine cellar person, and maybe that’s just how expensive wine is. Amazing staff, delicious dinner and a great date night. 10/10 recommend as a more expensive date night/celebration place.

Roka Hula

4.8

4.8 (167)

$30 and under

Speakeasy

I Drive / Sand Lake

About the restaurant

Come check out Orlando's newest speakeasy located inside Voodoo Bayou. We serve modern Asian with Tiki-inspired cocktails.

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Kendra

Dined today

Wowza! Great food, amazing drinks, fantastic service. Could have have been better.

Epilogue

4.8

4.8 (19)

$50 and over

Speakeasy

Lake Buena Vista

About the restaurant

Located in the Four Seasons Orlando, "Epilogue" is a mid-century-inspired speakeasy where elegance and history meet. This exclusive pop-up experience invites you to savor cocktails while connecting to Florida’s vibrant past in an adults-only hideaway.

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Heather

Dined on 9 Jan 2025

I really lovely evening, would benefit from further bar snacks

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Experience

Speakeasy Tickets

F&D Cantina - Lake Mary

4.5

4.5 (81)

$30 and under

Mexican