Best Historic Restaurants in Ocoee

Exceptional, as always. Definitely one of the finest restaurants in Orlando!

We booked The Chef's Table for a 2-days-late Sunday evening Valentine's Day dinner of the restaurant's prix fixe menu. We were blown away by everything -- the ambiance, the food, the service, the setting, and even the playlist of perfect music for our dining experience. There really should be a Michelin Star on the restaurant's front door. From the moment we entered the restaurant, our host explained a bit of history about the restaurant and hotel. We had no idea! We were seated at a corner-of-the-room table where we appreciated the intimate setting and could hear the music without its interfering with our conversation. Our fun server helped me choose a cocktail, and it was killer! He recited all the choices on the menu, explaining in detail those that interested us. After we ordered, another server brought warm rolls and real butter--a perfect touch as we awaited our appetizers. Every bite of every dish was swoon-worthy, from hubby's Mushroom and Chive Roulade and my Pear-fect Symphony salad (radicchio & pear, blue cheese, candied walnuts, arugula, crispy prosciutto with red wine vinaigrette) to our fresh catch selections of MahiMahi to our Orange & Thyme Scented Creme Brûlée and Crustless Chocolate Cake with popcorn ice cream, salted bourbon caramel and potato chip "soil." We've lived in Orlando since well before Chef's Table opened 15 years ago in Winter Garden, and we wish we had discovered it sooner. It was a magical, romantic evening that we won't forget, and well worth the reasonable prix fixe price and the drive from Orlando. We will be back. With family. With friends. And for more romantic dining, just the two of us.

We had an amazing time at Charley’s in Orlando on I-Drive. From the moment we can in service was great. We a drink at the bar during the short wait for our table. Jonathan the bartender was on great, the person who sat us meet us at the bar and escorted us to our table; helping us with our drinks. Our server Raeshel was awesome; great service. Server assistant/ bus boys frequently check on you also; and the manager stops by your table to check your steak is cooked to perfection (which it was - amazing). The food was incredible. Best steak - perfectly chargrilled on the outside and pink on the inside. Get the cheddar bacon mash - you’ll thank me!

We had another great dinner at Russel’s for Valentine’s Day. Probably one of the best meals we’ve had there yet. My salmon was great and my wife enjoyed the pork chop a lot. Our server Reagan was attentive and friendly and we got a chance to meet the owner. Our table was next to the window with great views of the lake. I highly recommend Russel’s for great dining experience.

The vibe was lovely and the food was so good, perfect portions and delicious. Jordan, our server, was delightful and made excellent recommendations.