The restaurant may be packed, the lines might be long and the reservation may require a 180-day notice. Either way, the food at these 23 Orlando restaurants is so delectable, it makes up for any wait or delay you might have. These tables may be hard to get, but scoring one is certain foodie paradise.

Domu 3201 Corrine Drive, Suite 100, 407-960-1228 This ramen bar gets packed! Domu makes their noodles in-house and have perfected their style of broth to mouthwatering perfection. Because of this, and the fact that they don’t take reservations, ensuring a table at Domu is a challenge. The wait might be long, but it is so worth it. Photo by Rob Bartlett
Pizza Bruno 3990 Curry Ford Road, 407-440-3894 The line is usually out the door at this pizza establishment known for its legendary garlic knots and scrumptious pizza. Get a glass of beer or wine, because there will probably be a wait – but it’s totally worth it. Photo via Pizza Bruno/Facebook
The Stubborn Mule 100 S. Eola Drive, 407-930-1166 This restaurant is in high demand for its new twist on American cuisine. Locally sourced food options and crafted mule cocktails, beer and wine makes this eatery a popular stop for locals and tourists alike. Photo via The Stubborn Mule/Facebook
The Ravenous Pig 565 W. Fairbanks Ave., Winter Park, 407-628-2333 Using sustainable food methods and cooking with ingredients sourced from Florida, The Ravenous Pig asks that you make reservations because there’s often a wait to get into this foodie heaven. The in-house brewery and tap room make this a can’t-miss excursion. Photo by Rob Bartlett
Buttermilk Bakery 1198 N. Orange Ave, Winter Park, 321-422-4015 You’ll have to come in early if you want to snag one of the many made-from-scratch pastries at his bakery. Not only will the line be out the door, but the shop closes in the afternoon, so plan your time accordingly. Photo by Rob Bartlett
Ethos Vegan Kitchen 601 S. New York Ave., Winter Park, 407-228-3899 Ethos is one of the few 100 percent vegan restaurants in Orlando, so if you’re not about having meat in your diet, this place will become a food haven. There is a wait time, but you can buy desserts and “beef jerky” to snack in the meantime. Photo by Rob Bartlett
Kadence 1809 Winter Park Road With a reservation required for dinner and a secret menu, this sushi and saki bar is a hot commodity. There are only nine seats and tickets range from $155-$175 for one meal, but the food is to die for. Photo by Rob Bartlett
Luma on Park 290 S. Park Ave., Winter Park, 407-599-4111 Most famous for their extensive wine selection stored in a two-story vault, Luma is a packed house most nights as it also has an open view of Park Avenue. Photo via Luma on Park/Facebook
Norman’s 4012 Central Florida Parkway, 407-393-4333 Settled in the Ritz-Carlton Orlando, this fine dining restaurant is pure elegance. Between the great service and exquisite food, it’s no wonder there’s always a crowd for the flavors created by Chef Norman Van Aken. Photo via Norman’s/Facebook
Capa 10100 Dream Tree Boulevard, 407-313-7777 Two outdoor terraces and an elegant dining room set the scene for this luxurious restaurant on the seventeenth floor in the Four Seasons Resort. Photo via Capa/Facebook
Garden View Tea Room 4401 Floridian Way, 407-939-3463 Reservations must be made weeks in advance for a spot at the Garden View Team Room. Have your very own magical tea party in this elegant tea room that overlooks the garden and pools of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. Tiny bites and visits from a princess keep this quaint tea room full of patrons. Photo via Walt Disney World
Sapporo Ramen 5080 W. Colonial Drive, 407-203-6777 This casual, Japanese noodle bar has people flooding its doors for its fairly priced and delicious ramen. They offer a variety of broths, meats and vegetables, a little something for everyone. Photo by Rob Bartlett
The Briarpatch Restaurant 252 N. Park Ave., Winter Park, 407-628-8651 A classic American menu in a warm and welcoming environment fosters the perfect atmosphere for brunch and dinner, keeping people coming back for more. Photo via BriarPatch Restaurant/Facebook
The Palm 5800 Universal Blvd., 407-503-7256 This gourmet restaurant is for celebrating and sharing a fancy meal with your loved ones. Located in the Hard Rock Hotel at Universal, it’s popular with tourists, so make sure you get reservation – you don’t want to miss out on their excellent steaks and ginormous lobsters. Photo via The Palm/Facebook
The Strand 807 N. Mills Ave., 407-920-7744 The Strand has embedded itself into Orlando’s restaurant scene with dishes made from scratch and daily specials with fresh, seasonal ingredients. This popular joint also keeps a rotating inventory of craft beers and wine. Photo via The Strand/Facebook
Le Cellier Steakhouse 200 Epcot Center Drive,, 407-939-3463 Designed to look like a Canadian chateau, this Epcot steakhouse has Disney guests flowing in and out of it from open to close. It gets very packed, and is often listed as one of the most difficult reservations to get at Disney World. Reservation can be made 180 days in advance. Photo via Walt Disney World
Victoria and Albert’s 4401 Floridian Way, 407-939-3862 Located in Walt Disney World’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, the 14 dining tables in this restaurant are in high demand because of the beautiful ambiance and incredible dishes served each night. Reservations are required and can be made up to 180 days in advance. Photo via Walt Disney World
ROYALTEA Orlando 714 N Mills Ave Popular in China, this modern bubble tea shop makes all their drinks with fresh ingredients and brings in innovative flavors, like their yummy cheese mousse tea. Finding a tiny table to enjoy that tea, though, can be hard. Because all requests are made to order, each cup of bubbly goodness can take up to ten minutes, but it’s surely worth the wait. Photo via ROYALTEA Orlando/Facebook
Ravello Four Seasons 10100 Dream Tree Boulevard, 407-313-7777 Located in the Four Seasons resort in Disney World, this restaurant is in high demand from guests and locals alike. Enjoy a classy Italian meal with choices like pappardelle and veal-stuffed ravioli. Photo via Ravello Four Seasons/Facebook
Hawkers Asian Street Fare 1103 N Mills Ave, 407-237-0606 The menu variety keeps the lines long at Hawkers. Serving up Asian street-style food, Hawkers is perfect if you’re craving roti canai or mee goreng. And who could forget the delectable pork belly and steamed baos? Get a drink while you wait for this explosion of flavor. Photo via Hawkers Asian Street Fare/Facebook
Kabooki Sushi 3122 E Colonial Dr., 407-228-3839 Voted one of the best sushi restaurants in Orlando by Zagat, it’s easy to see why there’s a crowd. The cost is cheap and the space is small, so a reservation would be a good thing to have. Enjoy meals like pork jowl nabe or a special meal prepared by the chef that day in this intimate setting. Kabooki Sushi/Facebook
Se7en Bites 617 N. Primrose Drive, 407-203-0727 Known for Southern-style food and incredible bakery, the line at Se7en Bites is always out the door on weekends. It’s for a good reason, though, because it’s perfect for brunch, especially the tasty pastries, biscuits and gravy, primavera benedict and meatloaf sandwiches. Photo via Se7en Bites/Facebook