Must-see restaurants in Florida

  • Jimmy'z Kitchen

    South Beach

    It's hard to find Nuevo Latino cuisine that comfortably fits a midrange budget and is still tasty, but in steps Jimmy'z. Make sure to try the mofongo, a…

  • El Siboney

    Key West

    This is a rough-and-ready Cuban joint where the portions are big and there’s no messing around with high-end embellishment or bells and whistles. It's…

  • Cítricos

    Walt Disney World

    An extensive wine list and handsome northern California ambience set this low-key brasserie apart from other Disney restaurants; it falls between the…

  • T-Rex Cafe

    Walt Disney World

    Over-the-top multisensory overload, with massive autotronic dinosaurs, volcanoes erupting, light shows and meteor showers every 15 minutes. The menu…

  • Casablanca Cafe

    Fort Lauderdale

    Try to score a seat on the front terrace of this Moroccan-style home where Mediterranean-inspired food and Florida-style ocean views are served. It won't…

  • Central Coffee Shop

    St Petersburg

    Though not in a silver and chrome train car, this St Pete diner institution has been around since 1975. It's a family-run spot with simple breakfast and…

  • Artist Point

    Walt Disney World

    Echoing an American National Park lodge: handsome arts-and-crafts decor with an American West twist and Pacific Northwest fare, including roast venison…

  • Monty's Raw Bar

    Miami

    Perched over the water, this breezy laid-back spot on Dinner Key has excellent seafood and beautiful bay views. Although Monty's is famous for stone-crab…

  • SS Wreck Galley & Grill

    Florida Keys

    The SS Wreck is a Keys classic, where fisherman types knock back brew and feast on wings. It’s definitely a local haunt, where island politicos like to…

  • Glazed Donuts

    Key West

    Doughnuts make the world go round, and you'll find some excellent varieties at this cute bakery. The flavors are as eccentric as Key West itself, and…

  • Glass & Vine

    Miami

    It's hard to beat the open-air setting of this wine-loving eatery on the edge of Peacock Park. Stop by for tabbouleh and shrimp sandwiches at lunch, or…

  • Chattaway

    St Petersburg

    A true slice of Old St Pete, this quirky establishment a bit south of downtown draws regulars back time and again with high tea, tasty burgers and…

  • Paul

    South Beach

    Paul sells itself as a ‘Maison de Qualité,’ which in other words means you can get some very fine bread here, the sort of crusty-outside and pillow-soft…

  • Wooden Spoon

    Florida Keys

    It’s the best breakfast around, served by sweet Southern women who know their way around a diner. The biscuits are fluffy, and they drown so well in that…

  • Shuckers

    Miami

    With excellent views overlooking the waters from the 79th St Causeway, Shuckers has to be one of the best-positioned restaurants around. The food is pub…

  • Coco’s Kitchen

    Florida Keys

    Enter through the nondescript storefront into this tiny luncheonette, where local fishers join shoppers from the Winn Dixie next door for diner fare and…

  • Seven Fish

    Key West

    This simply designed spot on busy Truman Ave specializes in the culinary hits from the sea – delectably prepared freshly caught fish and seafood dished up…

  • La Hacienda de San Angel

    Walt Disney World

    Authentic Mexican rather than Tex Mex, this lagoonside eatery is tops for location and features excellent specials from chicken to seared-meat specialties…

  • Eden Bar

    Orlando

    Island-vibe outdoor dining under the giant cypress of the ultracool Enzian Theater. The delightfully eclectic menu ranges from pear prosciutto pizza and…

  • Point5

    Key West

    Point5 is a good deal more sophisticated than the typical Duval St drinkery. It trades in fusion-style tapas with global influence, ranging from marinated…

  • Maple Street Biscuit Company

    St Augustine

    The name of this place delivers on its promise: they do biscuits (the Southern flaky kind, not British cookies), and they do them right. There's plenty of…

  • Bern's Steak House

    Tampa

    This legendary, nationally renowned steakhouse is an event as much as a meal. Dress up, order caviar and on-premises dry-aged beef, ask to tour the wine…

  • Spiga

    South Beach

    This romantic nook is a perfect place to bring your partner and gaze longingly at one another over candlelight, before you both snap out of it and start…

  • Josh's Deli

    Miami

    Josh's is simplicity itself. Here in the heart of Jewish Miami, you can nosh on thick cuts of house-cured pastrami sandwiches and matzo-ball soup for…

  • Yuca

    South Beach

    This was one of the first Nuevo Latino hot spots in Miami and it’s still going strong. The elegant candelit dining room sets the stage for lingering over…

  • Moshi Moshi

    South Beach

    The best-known name in South Beach when it comes to sushi, Moshi Moshi serves up mouthwatering perfection in its tender rolls, daikon salads and steaming…

  • Hollywood Brown Derby

    Walt Disney World

    Semi-upscale surroundings modeled after the LA original, with an odd selection of gourmet eats ranging from a vegetarian pho (noodle soup) to charred…

  • Segafredo L’Originale

    South Beach

    Immensely popular with Europeans and South Americans, this chic cafe serves up tasty snacks – pizzas, sandwiches, antipasti plates – and of course,…

  • Café Solé

    Key West

    Conch carpaccio with capers? Lobster bouillabaise? Yes indeed. This locally and critically acclaimed venue is known for its cozy back-porch ambience and…

  • Keke’s Breakfast Cafe

    Orlando

    Orlando go-to spot for great breakfasts, including stuffed French toast, eggs Benedict and banana-nut pancakes. Other Orlando locations include one in…

  • Havana's Cafe

    Orlando

    This simple and friendly mom-and-pop spot in a suburban mall is a breath of fresh air among the ubiquitous chains, resort dining and high-octane Disney…

  • Lots of Lox

    Miami

    In a city with no shortage of delis, especially in mid–Miami Beach, who would have thought some of the best chopped liver on rye could be found in this…

  • Graffiti Junktion American Burger Bar

    Orlando

    This little neon, happenin' hangout, with courtyard dining and regular drink specials, is all about massive burgers with attitude. Go with a Brotherly…

  • La Segunda Bakery

    Tampa

    At 15th Ave and 15th St, just outside Ybor's main drag, this authentic Spanish bakery cranks out delicious breads and pastries, rich Cuban coffee and…

  • Via Napoli

    Walt Disney World

    It's more tasteful than your standard clichéd Giussepe-style pizza joint. Here, you sit at massive communal tables and the air is steamy with the aroma of…

  • Gaston’s Tavern

    Walt Disney World

    Homage to that superego Gaston, with giant cinnamon rolls and hummus. It's an odd mix of quick-service options, but the re-created tavern with the giant…

  • Pizza Rustica

    South Beach

    One of South Beach’s favorite pizzerias has several locations to satisfy the demand for crusty Roman-style slices topped with an array of exotic offerings…

  • Mangrove Mama’s

    Florida Keys

    This groovy roadside eatery serves Caribbean-inspired seafood – coconut shrimp, plantain-crusted hogfish, cracked conch sandwiches – best enjoyed on the…

  • Thai Thani

    Orlando

    A friendly, cool and quiet restaurant stuck out on its own in a mall (handy if you're staying near SeaWorld), with gilded Thai decor and some tables with…

  • Greek Corner Restaurant

    Orlando

    This little, white-walled cafe with a small patio sits across from Lake Ivanhoe (1 mile north of downtown in Ivanhoe). It's a popular local spot that…

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