Restaurants near Sand Lake

“Today we had a delicious and fun lunch at The Madras Cafe. I ordered a Thali lunch special. There was so much food I couldn’t finish! The Chana Masala is delicious. The green bean/onion/pepper curry was delicious. Our server, Fernandes, took great care of us and was happy to explain anything we wanted to know about the different dishes. One of us had a birthday and they brought us a special dessert on the house. We ordered extra food to take home and enjoy later. We are definitely going back.”

“Been in Orlando on vacation for 2 weeks . This food was by far the best around ! Lemon pepper wings are the best wings, period ! That I EVER tasted! Omg ! Pizza carnivore was awesome ! I will come here everyday when we come back ! Please keep up the awesome work !”

“We had the most amazing dining experience for our anniversary!!! Some of the best food in the Orlando area!”

“Papa Llama, 2840 Curry Ford Road, Orlando- 4-Stars Michelin Recommended- Bib Gourmand! Peruvian immigrants, Kevin and Maria Ruiz, say they founded Papa Llama in 2016 as an experimental pop up and opened the doors of this location in August 2020. In 2022, they earned the Michelin Guide's coveted "Bib Gourmand" award for establishments that serve good food at reasonable prices so naturally, I got excited. Paulina, my server, was well prepared and knowledgeable, making for an auspicious beginning in a gorgeous environment featuring good prices for dishes that could be made to satisfy both carnivores and herbivores alike. I ordered the entire family style menu which was, according to Papa Llama, "designed to be tasted together, shared, and fought over." So much food for just over a hundred dollars. The prices may have been cheap but the taste and quality of (most) victuals valieron un Perú! A hearty Big Boy Thank You (Sulpayki!) to Kevin and Maria and the culinary dactylograms of their ancestors, on this amazing cuisine (Somaq Mihuna!). The first item on the menu was Olives--whole green Castelvetrano olives marinated in house with aji panca--which were so delectable I could eat them all day. Next, the Red + Gold Beets, a minty beet salad with honey ají amarillo vinaigrette, queso fresco, and candied pistachio, which started out smooth and creamy and ended with a pleasantly piquant bite. Papas a la Huancaína followed, a fingerling potato dish with spicy aji amarillo cream, wakatay (black mint) salsa verde, and beef chicharron, topped with a fried egg. The potatoes themselves were not the star, but the combination of flavors in the sauce were amazing, unctuous but smooth. Papa Llama carries a long list of natural wines, more wines than food items, actually. That evening, I chose the Yuzu Sake, and may I say, "Holy smokes!" How refreshing after consuming so many peppers. The rest of the dishes I would give 4.5 to 5-Stars, EXCEPT for the side of frozen Sysco French fries which almost ruined an otherwise stellar meal. There are over 300 kinds of potatoes in Peru. Over 300! Perhaps in the United States we don't have the same abundance as found in El Valle Sagrado (the Sacred Valley) but, por favor, do not stoop to this! The Big Boy says, "Eat here. All the authentic Peruvian flavors at Papa Llama are 5-Star, but skip the fries, which are a corporate conglomerate frozen food disappointment."”

“Not sure what took us so long to try Maxine’s, but that’s our loss. Our server, Madeline, was great.. friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable. She was assisted by Dillon, who was fun to talk with and informative. All the food was quite delicious, with the standouts being the crab cake, escargot, burger, and lobster ravioli. The atmosphere is eclectic and just plain fun. We will be back soon.”

“Norigami Orlando is the rare kind of spot that makes you shut up mid-bite and just nod like an idiot. Two people, one tiny room, and somehow they're running a whole theatre of flavour without the usual omakase cosplay. Start with the truffle situation: not “truffle oil nonsense”, actual depth — earthy, savoury, and placed with intent. Then the chef's mini omakase hits like a sequence of clean, confident decisions. The eel? Properly brave: rich, glossy, balanced, and the kind of bite that makes you realise you've been settling for mediocre unagi elsewhere. Sashimi here is the point. Perfect cuts, zero ragged edges, fish that tastes alive, and knife work that shows restraint instead of ego. Wagyu lands exactly where it should — decadent, but not a blunt instrument. And the handmade pieces (the ones you eat by hand, as they should be) are absurdly good: tight rice, clean seasoning, and toppings that don't bully the fish. The little mats set the vibe — intimate, focused, quietly playful — and the service is all signal, no noise. Just a two-person team slinging it all with calm precision, timing everything, watching the room, and never dropping the thread. If you want safe, boring sushi, go elsewhere. If you want skill, nerve, and genuinely great eating, Norigami is it. What I loved most is the judgement. Every “brave” choice still feels disciplined — no stunt toppings, no sloppy heat, no sweet sauces drowning things. It's umami, texture, temperature: warm rice against cool fish, crisp where you want it, soft fat where it matters. And because it's only two of them, you're not getting conveyor-belt energy. You're getting eyes-up hospitality and pacing that actually respects the food. Orlando doesn't deserve something this dialled-in. But you do. Sit down, eat with your hands, and let the cuts do the talking....”

“Location Kissimmee, FL : if you wish to go to a good restaurant to have a smooth and enjoyable dining experience, you can go here. Grazi and Luana were absolutely perfect, Ronan was also so kind and helpful. There was also a very kind man bringing us the grillades. We had plenty of tasteful food, plenty of smiles and lovely people helping us. The staff is polite and attentive, working together to provide a wonderful eating experience. Congratulations to the whole team! The restaurant is elegant and clean. We will come back for sure 😊”

“Enjoyable sushi, solid service, and upbeat atmosphere.

There was a strong dinner crowd for a Monday night, so that says a lot about this restaurant's draw.”

“What appears to be a hole in the wall from the outside, turns out on the inside it’s very eclectic with an amazing vibe. Very welcoming, friendly service with great food! Definitely recommend.”

“Love Prato! So much fun! Great food! ❤️🍷”

“Passport to Dominican Republic is hereeee omg I felt like I was in my carribean island!!! The food and music took me back! Such a great experience and authentic food! Andrea our waitress was the best! She was energetic and helped us order exactly what we were looking for and engaged in conversation and very friendly!”

“Valeria was a wonderful server. She was very attentive to special requests and food restrictions needs due to allergies. The food was excellent too. Get the trifasico and ask for all the sauces!”

“We went with our group of Dutch Ladies to meet up and it was great! Servers, food & atmosphere. Will definitely come back again.”

“Wow wow wow, what an experience. Every bite was fantastic, and the quality of fish was fantastic. If you’re looking for a fun date night or special occasion, definitely recommend”

“Last night's visit to Hawkers was a truly exceptional experience, with every one of the five appetizers and three meals exceeding expectations. The creative drinks were an added bonus, making this a highly recommended destination for anyone seeking outstanding cuisine.”

“Love! Best truly Mexican food in a long while!”

“Nos gustó mucho, pedimos clvarios platos, lo único que nos encontramos poca cantidad es en los Chicharrones bites en comparación precio-porcion. pero muy rica la comida y buen servicio.”

“We love coming here to eat. Food is excellent”

“Hands down our favorite South Asian restaurant in Orlando. Everything about this place is perfection. Every. Single. Thing.”

“Wonderful atmosphere; patio seating was lovely and dog friendly; wait staff is superb!”

“What a unique restaurant! Awesome food, great service and a very cool vibe! Thanks Chef Niko!”

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

“The best Italian restaurant in central Florida!”

“We went here for a birthday celebration dinner before going to SAK Comedy Lab. The service was top notch. Jonathan was our server and did an outstanding job. We had a party of nine people and he stayed on top of our table. We tried several dishes between the 9 of us. The brussels sprouts and noodles were excellent!!! No complaints on any of the dishes. It’s a great VIBE!!!! We are already planning a trip back.”

“First time trying this restaurant and we had a delightful experience. The flavours were amazing and the cozy ambiance added to the overall enjoyable dining experience. A must-try!”

“We came rolling into Orlando after a long day of traveling! We were all very hungry for some good pizza! V Pizza did not disappoint us! Our 13 year old granddaughter kept saying it was some of the best pizza she'd ever eaten! As previous owners of a pizza restaurant, we thought our pizzas were pretty amazing! The staff was very friendly and eager to serve us. The restaurant was clean and had very modern decor. We will probably go back before returning home!”

“The Brunch is great and the appetizer are delicious”

“Una comida deliciosa, atención al cliente perfecta por Estefania quien nos atendió. Recomendamos este restaurante a todos quien como nosotros estamos de visita por Orlando. Comparando precio con calidad y cantidad muy bueno. Le daría 10 estrellas. Además tienen un pequeño espacio para que los niños jueguen.”

“Super delicious & commendable food service!”

“We attended the show tonight and it was AMAZING. The magic was grea, the jokes were fantastic. 100% added to out must do's. Can't thank you enough for a wonderful evening 😊”