Orlando Restaurants & Bars

[AndyPok1]

4 hours ago, spenser1058 said:

BEER! Where’s Andy!?!

You rang

[spenser1058]

Ronnie’s will live in our hearts (but sadly not our tummies) FOREVER:

https://www.orlandosentinel.com/opinion/columnists/os-op-ask-orlando-ronnies-restaurant-david-whitley-20191025-23md6sdh4zhp7mvo3mhl27spiu-story.html

From the Sentinel 

Edited October 25, 2019 by spenser1058

[nite owℓ]

22 hours ago, spenser1058 said:

Ronnie’s will live in our hearts (but sadly not our tummies) FOREVER:

https://www.orlandosentinel.com/opinion/columnists/os-op-ask-orlando-ronnies-restaurant-david-whitley-20191025-23md6sdh4zhp7mvo3mhl27spiu-story.html

From the Sentinel 

That was before my time so I'll never quite understand Ronnie's folklore although everyone refers to it with warm fondness. I'm glad they included his daughter this time since most articles I've read rarely include much about his surviving family. His daughter was my Realtor and she helped me buy my first place- she's a trip lol. She once told me a story about her dad's restaurant that explained how loyal his customers were: when the building was demolished, patrons started showing up to take little pieces of the rubble home as mementos.

What exactly were they putting in that food??

[spenser1058]

1 hour ago, nite owℓ said:

That was before my time so I'll never quite understand Ronnie's folklore although everyone refers to it with warm fondness. I'm glad they included his daughter this time since most articles I've read rarely include much about his surviving family. His daughter was my Realtor and she helped me buy my first place- she's a trip lol. She once told me a story about her dad's restaurant that explained how loyal his customers were: when the building was demolished, patrons started showing up to take little pieces of the rubble home as mementos.

What exactly were they putting in that food??

They were hoping to FINALLY get the third pat of butter!

Seriously, though, the onion rolls were to die for and the macaroni and cheese (with ham and sharp cheddar) was the best I’ve ever had.

Oh, and the pickles (crisp, not mushy) and the coleslaw they brought out with the rolls *swoons*.

I also just loved watching the neon sign at night before the city made it go static. 

Not to mention, Colonial Plaza was my favorite mall in town (especially after Ivey’s opened in ‘83). Ahhh, the good old days.

[RudyB]

Tasty Wok is moving according to Faiyaz Kara. Thank God it's just across the street. Too bad about Viet Garden. Hadn't gone in there in about a year. Didn't know they had new owners.

https://www.orlandoweekly.com/Blogs/archives/2019/10/25/mills-50-cantonese-noodle-joint-tasty-wok-moving

[spenser1058]

Been jonesing for an ostrich burger? Well, here’s your chance but you have to head out Goldenrod way to get it:

https://www.orlandosentinel.com/business/os-cfb-twisted-root-burger-winter-park-20191028-q4vjs3itvrcdve336k2y7gvltu-story.html

From the Sentinel 

[AmIReal]

On 10/4/2019 at 2:23 PM, popsiclebrandon said:

Folks behind Oudum leased the Tre Bambine space and plan to do a neighborhood bar and grill concept. Really curious what that means while working around the WOB exclusivities. I don't have much faith in this at all especially with how trash Coco is.

Well that clears that up... or not

"Word is Osphere will be a bar and grill concept and open early next year"

https://www.orlandoweekly.com/Blogs/archives/2019/10/28/oudom-ketsatha-to-open-a-new-restaurant-in-lake-eola-jinxed-space

 

[popsiclebrandon]

59 minutes ago, AmIReal said:

Well that clears that up... or not

"Word is Osphere will be a bar and grill concept and open early next year"

https://www.orlandoweekly.com/Blogs/archives/2019/10/28/oudom-ketsatha-to-open-a-new-restaurant-in-lake-eola-jinxed-space

 

Spice may have sucked but its weird to call it a high turnover spot when they were there a long time.

[Jernigan]

A bar grill concept...like a tavern?

They could call it Osphere Tavern.

[RudyB]

10 hours ago, AmIReal said:

Well that clears that up... or not

"Word is Osphere will be a bar and grill concept and open early next year"

https://www.orlandoweekly.com/Blogs/archives/2019/10/28/oudom-ketsatha-to-open-a-new-restaurant-in-lake-eola-jinxed-space

 

Not much faith in this one. I mean how good could Osphere possibly be given how meh Oudom and Coco are?

Looks like College Park is getting an Indian restaurant according to Faiyaz Kara. Got more faith in this one than O(udom)Sphere:

https://www.orlandoweekly.com/Blogs/archives/2019/10/28/el-vics-kitchen-to-serve-indian-influenced-modern-global-cuisine-in-college-park

[bqknight]

10 minutes ago, RudyB said:

Not much faith in this one. I mean how good could Osphere possibly be given how meh Oudom and Coco are?

Looks like College Park is getting an Indian restaurant according to Faiyaz Kara. Got more faith in this one than O(udom)Sphere:

https://www.orlandoweekly.com/Blogs/archives/2019/10/28/el-vics-kitchen-to-serve-indian-influenced-modern-global-cuisine-in-college-park

I like Oudom. It has good reviews online as well. Haven't heard good things about Coco but I've never been. 

[popsiclebrandon]

Got food poisoning from Oudom twice and it wasn't good enough going down to ever go back at this point. Especially with Sea Thai's new chef I see no reason to go elsewhere.

[AmIReal]

On 10/17/2019 at 11:03 PM, jgardnerucf said:

I got the scoop tonight from the brothers that just took over and new concepting the old midnight blue/graffiti. Should be awesome. More details to come.

Is this what you heard...

"Cavo’s Bar and Kitchen will feature “a simple menu with a northeast twist,” said Johnny Markaj, who will open the restaurant with partners John Cavallini and Mark Cavallini. “Northeast comfort food,” with house roasted and hand-carved beef, pork and other meats."

https://www.scottjosephorlando.com/news/4909-former-felipe-rodriguez-space-to-take-on-a-northeastern-feel

[jgardnerucf]

Yepper.   Knew the other much cooler deal too going down at same time, but pinky swore to keep my yap shut.

[RudyB]

looks like the OTown Paper reported it 4 days ago:

https://www.otownpaper.com/articles/cavos-bar-kitchen-to-replace-felipes/

[RudyB]

14 hours ago, bqknight said:

I like Oudom. It has good reviews online as well. Haven't heard good things about Coco but I've never been. 

not so great. this was an accurate reflection I thought:

https://www.orlandoweekly.com/orlando/its-a-slick-space-but-oudom-is-just-another-straight-ahead-siamese-joint/Content?oid=2505705

same with Coco:

https://www.orlandoweekly.com/orlando/coco-cocina-celebrates-regional-mexican-fare-in-upscale-fashion/Content?oid=25389084

[Jernigan]

Deadwords Brewing Company (OBT & Central)

[spenser1058]

Well, it’s close to Goff’s - BEER and ice cream!

I still miss the Golden Point.

[AmIReal]

Elize opened last night in what was the Rusty Spoon location in 55W. The new owner did an interior refresh and the Chef used the downtime to do the same to the menu.

The interior came out really nice. Rusty Spoon was always the best food downtown, but the space never lived up to the food. The new look is very Scando-Euro- ish (fitting with the new Dutch owner) and looks much better than it was. Mark B. stopped by and took photos (see below).

The food seems to take many of the items that have always been on the Rusty Spoon menu and revisioned them. For example the deviled eggs are now "shoyu" style (like what you get in ramen) and the burger, that used to be stuffed, now has the added ingredients outside. The half dozen things we tried were fantastic and we liked that most of the menu items were available in 1/2 portions.

https://www.thedailycity.com/post/elize-restaurant-church-street

More restaurants like this, please.

[bqknight]

1 hour ago, AmIReal said:

Elize opened last night in what was the Rusty Spoon location in 55W. The new owner did an interior refresh and the Chef used the downtime to do the same to the menu.

The interior came out really nice. Rusty Spoon was always the best food downtown, but the space never lived up to the food. The new look is very Scando-Euro- ish (fitting with the new Dutch owner) and looks much better than it was. Mark B. stopped by and took photos (see below).

The food seems to take many of the items that have always been on the Rusty Spoon menu and revisioned them. For example the deviled eggs are now "shoyu" style (like what you get in ramen) and the burger, that used to be stuffed, now has the added ingredients outside. The half dozen things we tried were fantastic and we liked that most of the menu items were available in 1/2 portions.

https://www.thedailycity.com/post/elize-restaurant-church-street

More restaurants like this, please.

I like the redesign and the menu looks good. Dinner only 'till 9p though? and closed Sunday? Interesting choice...

[AmIReal]

14 minutes ago, bqknight said:

I like the redesign and the menu looks good. Dinner only 'till 9p though? and closed Sunday? Interesting choice...

Agreed. I spoke with the owner when she first bought and her plan is to go 7 days/ week breakfast, lunch, dinner. Maybe they are ramping up with adding staff and adjusting to a new menu...?

Also, looks like they may be installing a fancy coffee maker and pastry service in the front, which would be nice for early morning/ late night.

[popsiclebrandon]

Much better looking now. Walked by it last night after the Magic game and it had a nice lighting level in there but dumb to not be open for post game crowds.

Ambiance should be much better now that you won't hear Blake screaming at staff during your meal.

[AmIReal]

38 minutes ago, popsiclebrandon said:

won't hear Blake screaming at staff during your meal

Yes, but darn she is good.

The new owner seems like a sweetheart.

[RudyB]

14 hours ago, AmIReal said:

Elize opened last night in what was the Rusty Spoon location in 55W. The new owner did an interior refresh and the Chef used the downtime to do the same to the menu.

The interior came out really nice. Rusty Spoon was always the best food downtown, but the space never lived up to the food. The new look is very Scando-Euro- ish (fitting with the new Dutch owner) and looks much better than it was. Mark B. stopped by and took photos (see below).

The food seems to take many of the items that have always been on the Rusty Spoon menu and revisioned them. For example the deviled eggs are now "shoyu" style (like what you get in ramen) and the burger, that used to be stuffed, now has the added ingredients outside. The half dozen things we tried were fantastic and we liked that most of the menu items were available in 1/2 portions.

https://www.thedailycity.com/post/elize-restaurant-church-street

More restaurants like this, please.

looks great! can't wait to try.  unrelated...as anyone been to New Standard yet?

[AmIReal]

8 hours ago, RudyB said:

looks great! can't wait to try.  unrelated...as anyone been to New Standard yet?

We've been a couple times. The food we tried has been very good, the space is attractive and live music a plus (not so loud as to dominate). The chef came from K and the kitchen has really good background (1921, Dovecote, etc) so everything has been executed well. The bar staff and servers could use some service training, but all in all a good experience. I've been when not too busy so I'm not sure how the noise level changes when it fills up.

I didn't see anything on the menu that reminded me of Dexter's- which is a positive.