Best New Orlando Restaurants + Experiences for Couples in 2026
Orlando’s dining scene is ever changing, and so is our guide to the best new restaurants in Orlando, especially curated for date nights.
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5 NEW Orlando Restaurants Try this Fall and Winter
A new year is about to begin, and with it comes a fresh bunch of new Orlando restaurants to try for date night. 2025 has been a great year for new restaurants in Orlando and many classics in town are whipping up some new fall and winter menus. We’re sharing five of our top picks…
5 New Orlando Restaurants You Must Try for Date Night this Summer
Looking for a new date night spot? Over the past few months, dozens of new Orlando restaurants have opened their doors, several of which are perfect for date night. And a few local favorites have some new menus and events as an easy excuse to visit again. Here are our top picks for a sizzling…
7 New Orlando Restaurants to Discover this Spring and Summer
Written by Stephanie Patterson and Kristen Manieri A shipping container food truck park, Italian-inspired concepts, and tacos…oh my! Orlando’s food scene continues to surprise (and cause my waistline to expand in the name of research) with creative concepts and high-quality eats. Here are our top picks for the best new Orlando restaurants for your next…
5 New Orlando Restaurants to Add to Your Date Night Rotation
Written by Stephanie Patterson and Kristen Manieri We’re only half way through the year and already we’ve seen dozens of new Orlando restaurants open their doors. Exciting new spaces are in the works, but if you don’t want to wait, go ahead and make a date at one of these new culinary hotspots. No matter…
6 New Orlando Restaurants to Discover
A whirlwind of new Orlando restaurants have popped up around the city in the past month or so. Here’s a quick summary to put you in the know… Earls Kitchen + Bar Hailing from Vancouver, Canada, Earls Kitchen + Bar opened at The Mall at Millenia in September, celebrating its second Florida location and 68th restaurant overall. Inside you’ll find a…
Best New Orlando Restaurants
By Gabrielle Cash-Kara This summer sure has been a hot one! Forget the heat, we’re talking about restaurant openings. Disney Springs is positively exploding with new restaurants, as is downtown Orlando. Outside the city proper, Sanford and even Mount Dora are enticing and delighting too. STK Orlando The upscale steakhouse is a branch of the…
5 New Orlando Restaurants To Try Now
New Orlando restaurants are popping up all the time! Here are a handful we think you’ll love on your next date night! By Gabrielle Cash-Kara Spring has sprung and summer is right around the corner. Just as the buds of various flowers have opened and bloomed, so too have many new restaurants. In fact, a…
3 New Orlando Restaurants
A wave of new openings has hit the Orlando area like an epicurean tsunami. From Spanish cuisine to small plate tapas, the local culinary landscape has just gotten a little more delicious. Here are a few place critics are raving about: Scratch This cozy hipster hangout calls itself a “modern American tapas restaurant” and features…
(PHOTOS) Lamp & Shade Craft Kitchen And Cocktails New Restaurants at Mills 50 in Orlando
Exceptional gourmet flavors await inside the brand-new Lamp & Shade Craft Kitchen located in the beloved Mills 50 district. This concrete building stood as a lamp store for many years, and this new restaurant in Orlando pays homage to the building’s roots and offers modern spins on classic eats. Lamp & Shade is going to…
Orlando Restaurants with New Menus and New Chefs
Written by Kristen Manieri and Stephanie Patterson It’s hard to resist the siren call of a new restaurant opening in Orlando, further fueled by star-struck reviews from friends and delectable images littering your Instagram feed. We love the constant evolution of our local food scene, but the steady stream of openings makes it difficult for…
Top New Restaurants in Orlando: A 2015 Review
2015 was an unbelievable year in terms of the number of really great new restaurants in Orlando. When I first moved to Orlando in 2006, Manuel’s on the 28th was the place to go. Ten years later, Manuel’s has long since closed and a slew of top-notch restaurants have taken its place. Maybe we can’t quite compare…
40+ Best Things to do in Orlando in July: Events and More!
Local Orlando events this weekend and things to do this month, updated weekly with the latest events.
20+ Best Donuts in Orlando for Donut Lovers
Here’s where to find the best donuts in Orlando to share with your honey bun!
America250: 4th of July Fireworks and Events in Orlando
We’ve brought you a smorgasbord of events from well-loved fireworks shows to ticketed events, and some America250 events to celebrate our 250th Anniversary! Choosing just one is the hard part.
11+ Cool Orlando Ice Cream Shops for Hot Dates
We’ve got the scoop on the best of Orlando ice cream–ideal for unique, beat-the-heat ice cream treats.
The Best Beaches Near Orlando for 4th of July
This practical guide to Central Florida area beaches will help you find the right beach to celebrate 4th of July!
Breweries in Orlando to Visit This 4th of July
Let’s face it– the 4th of July holiday calls for some ice-cold beers, but if you’re parents, it can be hard to find a sitter. Lucky for you, Orlando is home to several awesome breweries, and many of them are family-friendly! Put these breweries in Orlando to visit this 4th of July on your list….
The Best Wine Bars in Orlando
Wine bars in Orlando are such stellar spots for date night. Orlando wine bars also make for a great girls’ night out, and even a relaxing solo night. Whatever the occasion, here are some great date night-worthy wine bars in Orlando for couples who love wine, sultry spaces, and good company. Best Wine Bars in…
Goal! Best Places to Watch FIFA World Cup 2026 in Orlando
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is coming up, with 104 matches taking place from June 11 to July 19, and many Orlando restaurants and bars will be showing the matches!
The Best Things to Do on Father’s Day in Orlando
Whether you’re honoring your father, your partner, or a fatherly figure in your life, there are plenty of ways to celebrate Father’s Day in Orlando!
Places to Eat on Father’s Day in Orlando 2026
Whether you’re honoring your father, your partner, or the father figure in your life, it’s time to celebrate Father’s Day on Sunday, June 21, 2026!
9 Amazing 4th of July Weekend Getaways Near Orlando
Hooray for 4th of July! Summer is in high gear with parties, and pools, and BBQs, and family, and fun. And sometimes… crowds in the MCO. If you’re feeling the need for a little escape this 4th of July holiday, maybe a quick day trip somewhere new is the perfect recipe for 4th of July…
Incredibly Delicious 4th of July Food in Orlando
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. [Related:…
Juneteenth Events in Orlando (2026)
Check out some local ways to observe Juneteenth events in Orlando!
70+ Free Things To Do in Orlando
Enjoy a budget-friendly night out with this list of 71 free things to do in Orlando!
25+ Things to do for 4th of July Weekend in Orlando
Besides fireworks, Orlando has lots of things to do for July 4th including local events and big celebrations.
Michelin Guide Orlando: Date Night at MICHELIN Star Restaurants
This year’s Michelin guide includes a bunch of spots with Michelin Stars, along with Bib Gourmand restaurants, and other Michelin-recommended dining locations.
Best Florida Roadside Attractions Near Orlando
“Love is when two people whose weirdness is compatible join forces.” – Dr. Seuss. This one is for the couples who are crazy in love and, well, also share a crazy kinda love for the craziest things. It’s time to get weird on date night with this to-do list of weird, wacky and whimsical Florida roadside…
Orlando’s 30-Day Restaurant Week, Bite30, Returns June 1-July 13, 2026!
Bite30 takes place June 1 through July 13, 2026, and here are all of the participating restaurants!
Carousel of Progress is Receiving All-New Changes at Walt Disney World—Coming in 2027
Disney is entering a new area of storytelling with big updates coming to Walt Disney World’s Carousel of Progress!
