Even a global pandemic couldn’t completely stop the constant churn of new places to eat in the City Beautiful. With comings and goings nearly every day, it can be hard to keep track of Orlando’s booming culinary scene.
To make it a little easier on curious Epicureans of Central Florida, we’ve rounded up all the notable restaurant openings this summer into one place.
Jam Hot Chicken
400 W. New England Ave., Winter Park
Jam Hot Chicken has been floating around the Orlando food circuit since 2017, but it finally opened its own shop. Choose your heat level with their plain, mild, hot, hotter or jam.
Photo via Jam Hot Chicken/FacebookButtercrust Pizza
407-237-9981, 4781 S. Orange Ave.
Buttercrust Pizza offers both square and round pies, but their grandma-style buttery square crusts are definitely worth trying. Some of their signature pizzas include BBQ Chicken, Kickin’ Hawaiian and Triple Mac & Cheesiest.
Photo via Buttercrust Pizza/FacebookPhat Ash Bakes
912 N. Mills Ave.
This small-batch cookie start-up just established its first physical location. Phat Ash’s mammoth cookies are known for their unique flavors like “campfire cookie butter” and “tricked out red velvet”.
Photo via Phat Ash Bakes/FacebookSugar Dough Bakehouse
3122 Corrine Drive
Sugar Dough Bakehouse, a sister concept of Light on the Sugar, has finally opened. Fresh-baked delicacies to expect include their fluffy Japanese milk bread, ube-filled croissants and taro Pop Tarts.
Photo via Sugar Dough Bakehouse/FacebookGordon Ramsay Fish & Chips
689-244-7400, 8391 International Drive Suite C-1 Address
This much-anticipated fish and chips spot has opened in Icon Park. Crispy cod, shrimp, buttery lobster and “chips” will be served at the iconic Hell’s Kitchen star’s restaurant.
Photo via Gordon Ramsay Fish & Chips/FacebookClean Eatz
352-708-6197, 2620 S. Highway 27 Suite 800, Clermont
Clean Eatz serves a health conscious menu with plenty of yummy options. Guests can even build their own bowl or burger. They also offer a weekly meal plan with a rotating menu.
Photo via Clean Eatz/FacebookCrumbl Cookies
407-674-9997, Multiple Locations
Crumbl Cookies has 29 unique and trendy flavors that rotate on a weekly basis. Some of their most popular flavors are the berry crunch, cookies & cream, waffle and churro.
Photo via Crumbl Cookies/FacebookMaguro Sushi
407-440-2163, 1311 Florida Mall Ave.
The once ghost kitchen finally opened its own brick-and-mortar shop. Its Latin American sushi fusion cuisine features crossovers such as a ropa vieja egg roll (shredded beef egg roll), Korean kimchi guava ribs and a boricrab salad with sweet plantain.
Photo via Maguro Sushi/FacebookShinjung Korean Restaurant
407-237-0451, 1638 E. Colonial Drive
Shinjung has been slowly rebuilding after a massive fire destroyed the restaurant. They’re still only doing takeout, but guests can order their fan-favorite beef bulgogi, pork bento box or pan fried dumplings.
Photo via Shinjung Korean Restaurant/FacebookNick Filet Orlando
407-250-6588, 7600 Dr. Phillips Blvd.
Nick Filet’s Philadelphia-based sandwich chain has made its way to Florida. Their award-winning surf and turf sandwich includes a 1/2 pound serving of filet mignon and lobster topped with warm, lemon butter.
Photo via Nick Filet Orlando/FacebookBubble & Co. Tea Bar
407-751-7340, 136 Lake Ave., Maitland
The Bubble & Co. Tea Bar offers delicious teas, desserts and finger sandwiches for the ultimate tea party. For a more low-key visit, order a warm, pumpkin cream cheese brownie with a specialty latte.
Photo via Bubble & Co. Tea Bar/FacebookThe Pinery
407-377-7576, 295 NE. Ivanhoe Blvd. Suite A
Inspired by Orlando’s rich agricultural history, the Pinery roots its menu in seasonal and fresh ingredients. Popular dishes to look out for include their braised short ribs, “frenched” pork chop and corn fritters.
Photo via The Pinery/FacebookSpace 220
407-939-5277, Walt Disney World Resort, Future World at Epcot
Disney World’s newest restaurant transports foodies lightyears away to experience space-themed food. Big bang burrata, terra-bolognese and the galactic lobster globe are just a few dishes on its star-studded menu.
Photo via Space 220/WebsiteWilly’s Original
4721 S. Orange Ave.
Willy’s Original is conveniently located inside Gatlin Hall Brewing for all burger and beer pairings and cravings. They’re a burger joint, but don’t count out their buttermilk, crispy chicken sandwich.
Photo via Willy’s Original /FacebookHungry Crab Juicy Seafood & Bar
407-531-8888, 11726 E. Colonial Drive
A Hungry Crab location has finally joined the ranks of Orlando seafood boils. Make sure to order their classic hush puppies to pair alongside some juicy seafood.
Photo via Hungry Crab Juicy Seafood & Bar/FacebookDim Dim Sum
407-217-6789, 4750 The Grove Drive, Windermere
Dim Dim Sum was created in order to bring true Hong Kong-style Dim Sum to the Orlando community. Sum Dim sum menu options –ba dum tss — that guests should look out for are the pan-fried turnip cakes, Mexican custard bun and the sticky rice meat bun.
Photo via Dim Dim Sum/FacebookVera Asian
407-815-8372, 422 N. Terry Ave.
Vera Asian offers a sizable sushi menu with 25 dishes to choose from. Guests can also build their own bowls with their chosen base, protein, veggies and sauce.
Photo via Vera Asian/FacebookThe Bridge
407-755-3300, 155 E. Morse Blvd., Winter Park
The Bridge, a “New York restaurant” in Orlando, has a massive menu filled with classic and refined dishes. Crowd favorites include their filet mignon, seafood linguini pasta and Challah french toast off of their brunch menu.
Photo via The Bridge/FacebookYummy House Seafood Clubhouse
407-339-8877, 478 E. Altamonte Drive #102
Visitors can expect live seafood, Hong Kong-style dim sum and modern Cantonese cuisine when they visit Yummy House. Guests can choose their crab, lobster, shrimp and fish from 16 tanks for some fresh seafood.
Photo via Yummy House Seafood Clubhouse/FacebookThe 808
407-440-4079, 808 E. Washington St.
The 808 features a “laid-back, retro-surf vibe” with “Hawaiian-inspired” dishes. Their menu is stacked with poke, spam musubi and BBQ pork.
Photo via The 808/FacebookZiggie’s Pizza
407-745-4483, 603 Virginia Drive
Ziggie’s New-Haven style pizza provides a crispy, coal-fired crust. Also, objectively speaking, Ziggie’s Pizza has their witty menu titles down packed. Ziggie’s Stardust? Wu-Tang Clam? Everybody Hates Pineapple? When was the last time you laughed while reading a pizza menu?
Photo via Ziggie’s Pizza/FacebookLas Lomas Mexican Grill
407-960-7582, 800 E. Altamonte Drive, Altamonte Springs
Las Lomas always seems to have a drink special for their massive margaritas. Paired alongside their Mexican street corn or chimichangas, it’s a combination unmatched.
Photo via Las Lomas Mexican Grill/Facebook
