Restaurants in Lake Buena Vista

“Thanks Emily A for the amazing service. We had a fantastic meal!”

“Awesome place ! Gipsy was great too”

“Have you ever been to a restaurant where there’s a cohesive staff where there’s four team members that go above and beyond that actually take care of you and make sure that your food is good and that service is good? Let me tell you this restaurant there are four staff members back behind the bar who went above and beyond made sure we were taken care of made sure that our food was good. Made sure our drink stayed full and all around. They were actually great to be around. Dairis, Joe, Kaiya, Loraine were the four staff members were behind the bar and I would specifically come back for each and every single one of them. They were that good!!! So do yourself a favor go in just to see any of those four or all four together to see how well they work together because honestly again I would just go back for them alone. And yes, my tomahawk steak was good along with the asparagus and the potatoes. And the four of them made sure of that!!!”

“One of our favorites when we visit and one of the few places the kids ask to go to. Don’t sleep on this restaurant.”

“We visited Salt and Straw yesterday evening with our two kids. Even though it was really crowded, the line moved fast and the employees were all super efficient. And despite having a line all the way to the movie theatre, our scooper Nevin and cashier Julia took the time to ask us how our day was going and made sure we got exactly the flavors that our family was happy with! We even got to try some new adventurous flavors! Thank you to the Salt and Straw crew for a great Friday night experience!”

“It was an unforgettable experience, Hanoum provided excellent service; she was very pleasant and cheerful. I would gladly return if she would provide her services again.”

“Amazing melt in you mouth wagyu beef with great New York strips and the best mashed potatoes I have ever had and the deserts were just on another level, if I could rate it above five stars I would”

“This is a great relaxing vibe in the middle of all the Mickey chaos. Great food and even better wine! We ordered a variety of apps to share. They are very cautious with food allergies.”

“First time this week while on vacation which turned into a second time yesterday. Food is top shelf and service is great. Highly recommend and I know we will be back when in Orlando in the future”

“A Flavorful Evening with Stellar Service We stopped in for apps and drinks this evening and had a fantastic experience. Our server, Nayeli, was outstanding—attentive, knowledgeable, and quick with spot-on recommendations. The clothesline bacon was a definite highlight. A savory-sweet indulgence, but what really surprised me was the rosemary garnish. Just a touch of it with each bite completely opened up the flavor—adding a subtle, aromatic layer that elevated the whole dish. It's an unexpected twist that truly works. Also, shoutout to the bar: the scotch Old Fashioned was one of the best I’ve had—easily in my top five. Balanced, smooth, and clearly made with intention. Highly recommend for anyone who appreciates bold flavors, thoughtful cocktails, and sharp, attentive service. We’ll absolutely be back.”

“Best ice cream ever and with the Grand Marnier it was super special 10 out of 10 recommend”

“What a delicious experience!!! My daughter and I braved the summer heat and spent some time at Disney Springs and were lucky enough to be able to do walk up seating at lunch time. We only had a 30 min wait to be seated inside which we were thankful for. We were greeted quickly by our server and drinks were brought out just after.

We decided to start with the deviled eggs and they did not disappoint!!! Scrumptious!!! For our entrees we chose the Chicken and Donuts (recommended by our server) and Shrimp and Grits. Both entrees were 10/10! Excellent flavors. The chicken was so flavorful and juicy. Shrimp and grits (we added cheese to the grits) was a flavorful delight. Bonus!!! Chef Art was in the house and stopped by our table to say hello!! So cool!! I was told he is only in town a few times a year. Lucky us!! Would highly recommend a visit if you have an opportunity to try them out.”

“The food is really good and the price is good but the service is awful every one in that place is rude, everyone but Emma she was the only one in the whole place that was nice and helpful and super smiley and kind”

“Good food, just expensive, but this is Disney.”

“Awesome restaurant Great vegan options.”

“Delicious and fun!! Our waitress was extremely friendly too!”

“If I could only pick one park to visit, this would be it. EPCOT is the BEST!”

“Lightning speed for us when we placed our order. Less than 30 seconds from pushing the button “we’re here prepare our food” to “pick up ready”. Delicious! The cold cuties oranges are refreshing addition to your meal!”

“100000% YES!! The main reason we went to Animal Kingdom was for Nomad Lounge! No joke we were on a mission! Looking for a quiet place to grab a drink, food & watch the characters float by then you are at the right place. You can’t go wrong with anything off the menu either. We wanted the churros & not just any churros, the gluten free churros with the strawberry-guava sauce & vanilla crème. Delicious!! You get 5 in an order & you can even get them to go so you know we took an order with us too. They get a 15/10 so next time you are in Animal Kingdom run & get them! You don’t have to have a gluten allergy to order & enjoy these either!!”

“Good food, quick service restaurant, inside dining.”

“Brooke was a wonderful server. The whiskey sour was delicious and my mother loved the black cherry mule. The area is open so birds sometimes come in and attempt to steal food, but you're fine if you don't hold out chips or anything. The ribeye sandwich was fantastic and their house made chips were nice and crispy”

“Usually I like getting lunch from here when I’m at animal kingdom. I didn’t like how I couldn’t go in the restaurant even though my food was under progress. When I picked up my meals, it was disappointing. We ordered two noodle bowls, but one lacked noodles and mostly creamy sauce and one had double the noodles then the 1st bowl.”

“Grilled fish of the day with green curry competes with red snapper wrapped in potatoes from Flying Fish for best fish dish in Disney. I'll let the plate speak for itself. Awesome view eating outside. Great service. Definitely worth a visit.”

“Love this place, we’ve been enjoying it for years. Amazing staff including Mike, Megan, and Gordo. Lovely atmosphere inside and delightful outside. I recommend the “Scrimmy” and the charcuterie platter. You can’t go wrong here, highly recommended for great service, food and beer, and ambiance.”

“If I could only pick one park to visit, this would be it. EPCOT is the BEST!”

“最近愛上它😍酸甜酸甜的😋”

“Excellent service and good. We loved the “skipper” as our server who made great recommendations and added a fun vibe to the meal. Steak, seafood, drinks, the kids meal and desserts were all very good. Highly recommend.”

“Delicious food and amazing service !!”

“We are Tiki aficionados and have wanted to visit for a long time. It was worth the wait! Amazing Cocktails and food! Atmosphere is totally immersive. The bartenders and servers are fun and engaging ( IYKYK ;) )! Definitely will return!”

“Delicious bubble waffles and crepes!”

“This is a must! Not sure why our event was held in the Toledo Restaurant instead of Three Bridges. Weather? Needed more tables? Either way, we had a great time.

We went up to the 16th floor and checked in. They have a specific table for you which is already decked out with your glasses of sangria and chips with salsa and guacamole. When ready, your hosts (Robert and Ashley were awesome) will begin with some facts and go into the history of sangria. And it wasn't boring.

Oh, and you get a great view of the Disney property from the bathrooms. Lol.”

“I have celiac, wife doesn't. Please try the Peking duck for 2. Choice of rices and I had beautiful, crunchy lettuce cups while she had bao. GF hoisin was superb. Excellent. No gf desserts though. Very crowded at a table for 2. Not enough room for plates. Tables too close together.”

“Great sandwiches. Cuban and Italian for me”

“We loved it! So did the little one! We would definitely go again! ✅”

“Crazy good experience, from start to finish. My daughter had a blast meeting 5 different princesses on her birthday Dinner. Ambiance and decor was also great, we enjoyed all of our food, filet was spot on. Cheesecake was delicious but we ordered the Birthday chocolate cake in advance and let me tell you, just order it. It’s crazy good. Highlight to our server, timing was perfect, nothing was missing. Thanks a lot”

“Marcus and Karrin were exceptionally attentive to all needs and recommendations were on point. Karrin is a fabulous mixologist. Cocktails were on point. Go enjoy a meal here.”

“Justin our waiter was amazing! He answered all our questions and was great to just talk with him… He is VERY knowledgeable and all around amazing waiter… He went above and beyond for us we will always request him…”

“Javier was AMAZING. Best drinks, best service, amazing drinks, go see him at the bar!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

“Jovanny went above and beyond to accommodate us!! Great place, great food and atmosphere 10/10 would absolutely go again”

“Service was quick and efficient, our waiter Chuck was always checking in on us to make sure our drinks were topped up and if we were finished with food, and having the observatory screen was really entertaining whilst eating. Overall I would revisit as it is so friendly and welcoming!”

“If you’re not sitting at Ron’s bar, what are you even doing with your life? 10000000% recommend. The man is a magician. The food was perfection, the service was divine, and I will unapologetically stalk Ron’s section every single visit. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼”

“Overall it's a very nice experience. I think a few adjustments need to be made in order to make it excellent, in my opinion. The first is there should be a plain scone option. While I thought the scone was good, orange cranberry is a very specific flavor that's just not for everyone. I was also extremely surprised I could not get some raspberry jam instead of orange marmalade. Once again, orange marmalade is so niche and specific that's it's just odd not to have a more basic option. The cheese plate was excellent and the bread/crackers actually stole the show there along with the truffle cheese. The cucumber sandwich was pretty weak but the salmon and curry chicken salad tartlet were standouts. Although it is enough food to fill you up, would it really kill you guys to ask if you wanted a couple of more of your favorite items? For the price, it would have been a nice option to get a second chicken curry even though I was properly full. The sweets were OK but overall a more traditional selection of afternoon tea sweets would be nice. It would also be nice if you had some servers walking around with some sliced cake or other treats like they do at afternoon tea in England. Those little extras would have been going back as a local. But in it's current form, I would probably wait a year or 2 before returning as it just didn't do enough to make me want to run back.”

“This restaurant is inside the Hilton Orlando Buena Vista Palace - Disney Springs hotel. I had the buffet breakfast, 30$, and yes it was expensive, but what isn't these days. And that the worst thing I can say about this place. The food was great. It was fresh, tasty, lots of choices. Hector was friendly, attentive and had some great Disney advice. The view by the water is great.”

“Kimonos is a fun spot if you're looking for an energetic night out, but it wasn't quite the experience I expected for a relaxed dinner. Karaoke begins at 9:30 p.m., and once it gets going, the restaurant becomes quite loud. If you're hoping for a quiet evening or an intimate conversation, this probably isn't the best choice. However, if you're with a large group celebrating or just looking for a lively atmosphere, it's a great fit.

The highlights of the meal were the Legends cocktail and the Crispy Pan Seared Rice with spicy tuna and avocado. The crispy rice had great texture and flavor, and the cocktail was well-balanced and enjoyable.

Overall, I'd recommend Kimonos for the food and the fun atmosphere, but not if you're looking for a quiet, romantic dinner”

“Food and services was amazing”

“We got some dole whip soft serve swirl with vanilla, which was absolutely delicious as well as the pineapple juice float with dole whip, and a cup of pineapple juice. The pineapple juice cup I don’t necessarily recommend but the ice cream absolutely it is so good and I really liked the swirl with the vanilla because the flavor is really complimented. It’s not very long of a wait. Great for a hot summer day.”

“Wow, this hit the spot! It's hot, and I am tired from all of the walking, lol. So right in front of us is the Sunshine Tree Terrace. A quick stop 'n go type of place that offers soft-serve ice cream. Their special is this citrusy flavor called Orange Cream Float! The price was $5.29. It reminds me of the creamsicles from years ago. I'm happy again!”

“Unique Flavors. All homemade. Very delicious. Worth the short wait in line. Love the store look and decorations. You know if there is a line to get in a store it must be good. 😊”

“I've been here twice. Once over the Christmas holiday 2025, and once since I've moved here. The petite dome cakes I've had were pretty good, but I am still hoping the Pluto dome cake will show up.”

“I got the chocolate peppermint cookie Sunday Loved it a little melted but delicious �. Cast member was very nice.”

“My favorite spot in Epcot to get a draft bud light. It’s a really good pour! The popcorn is usually one of the better spots in Epcot as well to fill up a bucket.”

“Delicious ice cream a must”

“We did a mobile order ahead of time and it was ready on time. sat down by the water and got to see the Kite Show while we ate. food was good and view and entertainment was great!”

“Great food for a reasonable price❤️”

“Enjoyed my Mickey waffles for daily breakfast during my stay.”

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Outstanding Cast Member Experience

The Hall of Presidents:

I want to give Michael his well deserved flowers. He clearly understood the assignment and executed at a high level showing up with nothing but knowledge, accuracy, and engaging historical insight.

His professionalism, confidence, and command of information elevated the entire experience at the Hall of Presidents. This is what operational excellence and guest engagement are supposed to look like.

Major appreciation to Michael and the Magic Kingdom team for the hard work and dedication. If Disney leadership is paying attention, this is the kind of performance that deserves recognition and reward. Well done.”

“Nice little place to eat on animal kingdom”

“Good snack place to take a break.”

“Amazing, great food, love the ambiance!”

“Wonderful dinner after a busy park day. My sister and I shared several appetizers for our dinner and it was perfect. Way too much food too but now we have leftovers. We tried: -Potstickers -Teriyaki noodles -California roll -Sticky wings -Bread pudding All were amazing! My favorite was the wings!”

“A unique and exciting eating experience.”

“A massage for your palate! Wonderful for a celebration”

“Character dining and delicious food!”

“Delicious food and atmosphere. Relax place to take photos with characters”

“Haven’t been but excited to try for dinner in April. I’m nervous though, do we have to dress up bc we’ll be in the park all day and weren’t going to go back to the hotel to change first.”

“Good food! Nice staff. Pizza and chicken parmigiana absolutely delicious”

“Love the ketchup delivery!”

“One of Disneys best. A bit of a secret in Grand Floridian but love it”

“Awesome!! This is always a “go to” spot for us. Bob is the best!”

“Great food and great service”

“Perfect quick service stop for food in animal kingdom! Pork and chicken tacos were delicious, as well as tortilla chips. We also split an island sunrise which was refreshing and not too sweet! Great stop for food not far from the tree of life!”

“Simply delicious and fabulous”

“I love this restaurant the flavors and the vegan options are amazing! But the food is always cold because of the AC everyone is freezing and wanting to end to just run away. Please check it!”

“Such an Amazon place to relax and unwind and friendly staff too!!”

“Always make you feel special and love the happy hour”

“This place is awesome. The food is amazing. Make sure you get a grilled cheese and a grown up lemonade. Carmen was working the register and was amazing. She made everything fantastic.”

“Excellent frozen coffee and magnificent pastries etc!”

“Yummy Breakfast! Great service!”

“The milk everfloweth here. Blue is my favorite, but mix green and blue for a real treat. May the stars light your way.”

“Nice pool for kids and adults. Nice bar for the adults. Great day for in between park visits. Big slide for the kids, hot tub and toddlers splash area. They have it all here.”

“Got dole whip with rum. It's a must evertime I'm here .”

“Great tasting salad. However was disappointed that they no longer carry Tusker beer. Our server said it was taken out a while ago, before he worked there. So then pls update the menu on your website.”

“Great service from Chance. He checked on us frequently with an enthusiastic and friendly presence. Our day by the amazing pool was very relaxing. Kids enjoyed the watersides and waterfalls while we relaxed.”

“Kidani Village is our favorite resort! It was so peaceful to come back to after a long day. The views are incredible and the staff is spectacular.”

“Don’t let people tell you the best funnel cakes on Disney property are at Epcot. The best one is the cookies and cream one here at epic eats! This is a must do every time I’m at this park. Such a great treat!”

“My 5-star rating is solely based on the morning flatbread. This breakfast pizza is seriously one of my favorite things to eat on Disney property. Very filling and only $10.59. Difficult to finish on my own but didn’t get full when it was split for two.

Recommend sitting outside if it isn’t too hot.”

“Excellent atención, buena comida muy fresca”

“None Better, plus great Catering options!!”

“Pongu Pongu at Pandora – The World of Avatar is a fun, colorful spot to grab a snack or drink while exploring Pandora.

The standout here is definitely the drinks—both non-alcoholic and boozy options are served in creative, themed cups that make for a fun photo opportunity. The Night Blossom drink is a fan favorite, with its sweet, fruity flavors and glowing glow-in-the-dark effect. They also offer a few small bites, like Pongu Lumpia, which is a tasty sweet and creamy spring roll.

The outdoor seating area is small but lively, and it’s a great place to take a short break while enjoying the Pandora atmosphere. Overall, Pongu Pongu is a must-visit for unique drinks and a fun little snack stop in Animal Kingdom.”

“The chicken sandwich was HUGE and absolutely delicious. Coleslaw was good as well. They have many good options for kids here as well from Chicken Tenders to Uncrustables. Food is served pool side which was awesome and made our pool trip that much more enjoyable.”

“Awesome place ! Gipsy was great too”

“I have celiac, wife doesn't. Please try the Peking duck for 2. Choice of rices and I had beautiful, crunchy lettuce cups while she had bao. GF hoisin was superb. Excellent. No gf desserts though. Very crowded at a table for 2. Not enough room for plates. Tables too close together.”

“What an incredible dinner at Benihana Orlando (Hilton Hotel at Disney Springs)! The hibachi chicken and shrimp combo was amazing, and we loved swapping soup for double salads — fresh and flavorful! The chef’s show was full of personality and made the evening feel special. Perfect spot for couples, families, or anyone who wants a fun, interactive dining experience near Disney Springs”

“Our group had such a great stay at Disneys BoardWalk Inn! It quickly became one of my favorite Disney resorts!”

“If you’re not sitting at Ron’s bar, what are you even doing with your life? 10000000% recommend. The man is a magician. The food was perfection, the service was divine, and I will unapologetically stalk Ron’s section every single visit. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼”

“Service was quick and efficient, our waiter Chuck was always checking in on us to make sure our drinks were topped up and if we were finished with food, and having the observatory screen was really entertaining whilst eating. Overall I would revisit as it is so friendly and welcoming!”

“Jovanny went above and beyond to accommodate us!! Great place, great food and atmosphere 10/10 would absolutely go again”

“Javier was AMAZING. Best drinks, best service, amazing drinks, go see him at the bar!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

“Unique Flavors. All homemade. Very delicious. Worth the short wait in line. Love the store look and decorations. You know if there is a line to get in a store it must be good. 😊”

“We loved it! So did the little one! We would definitely go again! ✅”

“Justin our waiter was amazing! He answered all our questions and was great to just talk with him… He is VERY knowledgeable and all around amazing waiter… He went above and beyond for us we will always request him…”

“They do a great job! Never disappointed!”

“The food is really good and the price is good but the service is awful every one in that place is rude, everyone but Emma she was the only one in the whole place that was nice and helpful and super smiley and kind”

“Great meal fast service nice place”

“Went to the Disney Springs location tonight and it was great! Friendly staff, great food for a great price. With it being a little chilly outside for Florida the outside heaters were great. It was a great experience and I would highly recommend this restaurant. Will definitely be back.”

“Great fun for all the ages of our group from 7 to 70.”

“Can’t rate the food because i never ordered it.
This was my favorite location in epcot! the drinks were fantastic and the cast members were fab!

Walking in feels like a space shuttle in a way and they hand you cold towels to whip your hands down and you sit in their waiting area and it was comfy couches but you sink in for sure! didn’t wait long for our a table at all.

The drink menu was great and also they will tweak it if you ask! The vibe was so calm and just relaxing. If you want a break away from families and the heat this is the location. I rave about this place to everyone! the drinks were strong and great!
We were sat next to a local couple and they were such a great experience with experiencing this location. Gave us great recs with their waiter who they knew. Truly a great time! i will be coming back here each trip to epcot and this will be my starting point to drink before going around the world!”

“This is really more of a wine bar with some other drinks mixed in.

Great place to sit and relax while listening to the pianist.

Drink menu is mostly wine with one speciality drink called the Floridian.

They have another drink that has no alcohol that was very good.

Very friendly staff.”