Helena Modern Riviera

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   Luana

   Orlando

   2 reviews

   vip
   1.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 2

   Food was terrible truly. We had burnt salmon, an inexplicably really hard meatball (not frozen just HARD??) heaps of raw garlic on garlic bread, but our server was nice. Despite the drinks taking forever.
   

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   Robert

   Orlando

   2 reviews

   2.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 3

   Started with an inattentive hostess who seated us late (despite our reservation), finally headed to table & walked through the tackiest Xmas decor which immediately set a bad tone. Wait staff was slow& unknowledgeable and the food was subpar. It is a beautifully designed space which has turned to tourist trash in a matter of months. Also the environment at Icon Park is just not pleasurable. If you like large crowds of tourists with screaming kids running around amidst 3 choo choo trains weaving the crowd, then maybe it's for you. Otherwise skip it. As a local I vow to never return.
   

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   Amber

   Orlando

   1 review

   1.0

   1 review

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 5

   We walked out after being there for an hour after ordering our drinks and food and receiving nothing. Bar area was great…service was awesome and then we were seated. We saw our server twice …. in over an hour …the table right next to us was also having the same issue. It was my birthday… I made reservations a week ago … and was looking very forward to it because the ambiance is SO cool… very disappointed.
   

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   Britta

   Orlando

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The atmosphere was amazing! We don’t get a “real Christmas” in Florida and this made us feel right at home. We loved the service, the food was INCREDIBLE (we got the brunch board and it was out of this world!) I saw an ad for this pop up Christmas restaurant on social media and immediately booked a reservation. We will absolutely be back!
   

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   Mark

   Orlando

   4 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 5

   Great little place, table service was a bit slow most of our table had unlimited mimosas but one person was ordering drinks on the fly after our food came the server disappeared at times. One of our parties food did not arrive with ours and came late and cold.
   

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   Jose

   Orlando

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 4

   Si se hace una reservación con antelación de días y allí pregunta el motivo, pensé que tendría un gesto por parte del restaurante, ya que el motivo, era por un Aniversario, y por otra parte, debería de tomar en cuenta eso y no asignar una mesa donde, o se come o se toma alguna bebida, pero en esas mesas en particular no se puede hacer ambas, muy pequeñas. Y para finalizar tardaron más de 40 minutos que se nos acercaran a tomar el pedido, y eso es porque pasó otro mesonero y amablemente nos tomó el pedido, indicando que no era su zona de atención. Los pequeños detalles hacen la gran diferencia y se destacan del resto.
   

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   Jessica

   Chicago

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Helena Modern Riviera is an absolute gem! From the moment we walked in, we were welcomed by the incredibly friendly and attentive staff, who truly went above and beyond to make our experience memorable. The atmosphere is stunning—elegant and modern, yet warm and inviting. It’s the perfect place to relax, celebrate, or enjoy a night out. The food was phenomenal—each dish was beautifully presented and packed with flavor. To top it off, their holiday-themed drinks were not only festive but also delicious and creative, adding an extra touch of fun to the evening. If you’re looking for a place that combines great food, impeccable service, and a gorgeous setting, Helena Modern Riviera is a must-visit. Highly recommend!
   

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   Karl

   Orlando

   32 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   32 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Amazing food and service. Exceeded all expectations. The atmosphere was a winter theme and it was very well done. Cannot recommend this place enough! 10/10. Alondra was our server and she made great recommendations and was fabulous. Christopher also made a fantastic dessert table side and it was amazing!!
   

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   Marcos

   Orlando

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 4

   Ambiance was great! Service was super slow. Menu was very pricey for the items on the menu. A 3 oz portion of octopus should not be 30$. Plating was not proportionate to the food. Chefs should take some time rethink their ideas of plating.! Also there should be seasoning on the protein being served not just all the flavor in the sauces. If you are gonna serve veggies with no seasoning at least have salt and pepper on the table
   

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    Cynthia

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Such an amazing experience for my birthday. Highly recommend this place!
    

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