Orlando's Best 4th of July Food Ideas
Summer eats just hit differently. Summer is basically here and we're ready to indulge in the 4th of July food in Orlando.
If you're shaping up your Orlando 4th of July Weekend plans, make time to fuel the fun with some of the tastiest food in Orlando.
- fresh yummy seafood
- juicy burgers
- plant-based bites
- yummy hot dogs
- finger licking bbq
- cold refreshing craft beer
- and save room for dessert
[Related: Making a quick trip over to Tampa Bay, Clearwater, or St. Pete this 4th of July? Tampa Bay Date Night Guide has some great Tampa Bay 4th of July events that are worth checking out!]
Order 4th of July Food To-Go
If your idea of the ideal 4th of July food is by showing off your grilling skills then order the Fogo Grilling At Home Experience Package To-Go, from Fogo de Chão. For $145.00 you'll receive Top Sirloin (4) 5oz steaks, Bottom Sirloin (1) 16oz steak, Marinated Chicken Legs 2lb, Prime Lamb Picanha (2) 5oz steaks, Brazilian Sausage 1.5lb, plus ready-to-heat sides: Mashed Potatoes, Pao De Queijo, Brown Sugar Bacon. and Sautéed Asparagus.
Best Yummy Seafood for 4th of July Weekend in Orlando
Most Floridians agree that the epitome of summer food is yummy seafood! We all love to spend more time at the beach in the summertime. Whether we can make it out to the coast or not, some delicious seafood just feels like summer, and it's the perfect way to celebrate 4th of July.
A local seafood brunch at Reel Fish Coastal Kitchen is a great way to slow down and savor this meaningful weekend.
Here are the Best Seafood Restaurants in Orlando for 4th of July.
Sink your teeth into some burgers
Fire up the grill on 4th of July weekend or enjoy the long weekend by exploring Orlando. Either way, it's the perfect time to sink your teeth into a juicy burger.
If you're planning on spending some of 4th of July weekend at Walt Disney World then consider dining at Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant. Their OMG Burger is a blend of dry-aged prime short rib and beef brisket, crowned with Irish Dubliner cheese.
Plant-based Bites make Great 4th of July Weekend dining!
At the beginning of the year, you may have been focused on ways to live a healthy lifestyle. With summer in full swing during the 4th of July weekend, you may find a renewed interest in healthful options.
At Plantee's Burgers, everything from burgers to hot dogs to loaded fries – it's all plant-based. And with it being located in the Mills 50 area, it is a great date spot.
Explore more plant-based places around Orlando for fresh eats.
Yummy 4th of July hot dogs around Orlando
With the 4th of July being the height of summer, you may be craving some hot dogs.
Serving Orlando since 1967 is Hot Dog Heaven. Hot Dog Heaven is home to the giant Hot Dog on a Fork sign that dons the side of Colonial Drive and can’t be missed. It’s a traditional hot dog joint with picnic tables outside, red bar stools, and black-and-white checkered flooring inside.
Explore more of the BEST Hot Dogs in Orlando.
Finger-licking BBQ for Independence Day
What's a 4th of July weekend to celebrate summer without some finger-licking BBQ? The great thing about Orlando is we don't have our own style of BBQ which means we get to enjoy all the various styles out there.
4Rivers Smokehouse started off as a local spot and has grown to a huge brand with locations all over the state, not just Central Florida. And Munchie's Live BBQ is one of our picks for best outdoor dining in Orlando.
Explore our picks for the best BBQ in Orlando.
Raise a glass at an Orlando craft beer brewery this 4th of July
Local craft breweries in Orlando make for a great 4th of July Weekend outing because of the approachable atmosphere and variety of options. Plus, many Orlando breweries have live entertainment and special events this 4th of July.
One of Orlando's original breweries, Hourglass Brewing has two locations: their main brewery in North Orlando in Longwood and a taproom in the Hourglass District off of Curry Ford Road in Orlando. Hourglass Brewing has an impressive list of 40 taps in Longwood and 42 at the Hourglass District taproom! With such an array of beer styles, there’s something for every kind of palate.
Check out more Breweries in Orlando to Visit This 4th of July
Make 4th of July extra sweet
The only thing that could sweeten 4th of July weekend is a delectable dessert. Splurge on one of these over-the-top desserts in Orlando and celebrate our independence in the sweetest way.
Featured image at Raglan Road, by Dani Meyering
