The essential Winter Garden restaurants that everyone should try

By Melissa Perez-Carrillo

Sure, Orlando is full to bursting with restaurants and culinary options. But that doesn't mean a trip out to the 'burbs isn't warranted every once in a while.

The culinary hotspots of Winter Garden make the trek worthwhile, offering everything from a quick lunch of hotdogs and ice cream to high-end steakhouse eats. Take a look at our favorites below.

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Caribbean Sunshine Bakery

16112 Marsh Road #417, Winter Garden. 407-654-6625

The Caribbean Sunshine Bakery’s menu is filled with classics like jerk chicken, oxtail and curry chicken. Make sure to grab some coco bread and Jamaican patties when you visit.

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Market To Table

146 W. Plant St., Winter Garden, 407-395-9871

Market To Table offers seasonally inspired, contemporary American dishes. End the evening with “the cloud”, their house made cotton candy.

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Taco Norteño

12793 W. Colonial Drive, Winter Garden, 407-656-2567

This no-frills taco destination offers plenty of tortas, tacos and beer on the cheap. Stop by their salsa bar to add some extra heat.

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Bosphorus Turkish Cuisine

16418 New Independence Parkway #140, Winter Garden, 407-554-2242

Enjoy authentic Turkish cuisine surrounded by ebru paintings, silk carpets, Turkish glassware and fragrant aromas. When you visit, try out their lamb shanks. They’re braised for five hours in a medley of carrots, onions, peppers and Turkish spices.

Matthew's Steakhouse

Matthew’s Steakhouse

360 W. Plant St., Winter Garden, 407-520-7511

Matthew’s specializes in using the finest aged prime angus beef that can be paired with fresh salads and homemade desserts. Make sure to make reservations beforehand as they’re often fully booked.

Harrell’s Hot Dogs and Cold Cones

54 W. Plant St., Winter Garden, 407-554-2021

Harrell’s is the perfect spot for classic and inventive hot dogs. You can build your own hotdog by choosing the type of bun, meat and toppings.

Wings of Winter Garden

12801 W. Colonial Drive, Winter Garden, 407-656-4492

Wings of Winter Garden’s simple menu gives guests the build their perfect wing experience. You can choose from 13 different wing sauces like teriyaki, lemon pepper and garlic parmesan.

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Eggs Up Grill

13750 W. Colonial Drive Suite 130, Winter Garden, 407-347-9140

Eggs Up’s massive menu has nearly every breakfast item imaginable, ranging from home-fry bowls to waffles. Their eggs benedict is a crowd favorite, topped with Canadian bacon, poached eggs and hollandaise sauce.

Daniel's Cheesesteak House

Daniel’s Cheesesteak House

978 E. Plant St., Winter Garden, 407-654-1893

Family owned and run, Daniel’s has developed a cult following in the Winter Garden area. Make sure to try their cheesesteak empanadas.

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The Deli Downtown

18 N. Boyd St., Winter Garden, 407-347-3873

The deli serves crispy, artisanal salads, warm soups, delicious sandwiches and tasty desserts. Their barbecue jackfruit sandwich is the perfect bite. It’s filled with whiskey barbecue jackfruit and purple cabbage slaw, all tucked into a Challah bun.