Orlando's international food scene is one of its best-kept secrets. The city's diverse population has created an incredible tapestry of global cuisines.
Vietnamese — Mills 50 District
The Mills 50 neighborhood is Orlando's Little Vietnam. Must-visit spots include:
Pho 88 — authentic pho that's been serving the community for decadesAnh Hong — Vietnamese-Chinese cuisine with late-night hoursBanh Mi Nha Trang — some of the best banh mi sandwiches in FloridaBrazilian
Orlando has a thriving Brazilian community and the food reflects it:
Texas de Brazil — all-you-can-eat churrascaria experienceFogo de Chao — upscale Brazilian steakhouseCafe Mineiro — casual Brazilian comfort foodKorean
Shin Jung — Korean BBQ with tabletop grillsMorimoto Asia at Disney Springs — Pan-Asian fine diningIndian
Sand Lake Road is known as "Restaurant Row" and has several excellent Indian restaurants:
Tabla — modern Indian cuisine with creative presentationsPunjab Indian Restaurant — authentic North Indian dishesWoodlands — vegetarian South Indian cuisineEthiopian
Selam Ethiopian & Eritrean Cuisine offers traditional injera-based meals with flavorful stews. Eating with your hands on shared platters is a communal experience worth trying.
Colombian and Latin American
El Tenampa — authentic Mexican in the heart of downtownCeviche Tapas Bar & Restaurant — Spanish-inspired tapas and cocktailsArepa Bar — Venezuelan arepas and Latin fusionMiddle Eastern
Cedar's Restaurant — Lebanese classics done rightBosphorous Turkish Cuisine — authentic Turkish food with great ambianceTips for Food Adventures
Drive along Sand Lake Road for the highest concentration of diverse restaurantsMills 50 district is walkable and has dozens of Asian restaurantsInternational Drive has chain restaurants but also hidden gemsAsk locals for recommendations — the best spots aren't always on YelpMany authentic restaurants are cash-only, so bring cashOrlando's food scene rivals much bigger cities. Take a break from theme park food and explore the incredible international dining options.
