Lyndsay Fogarty
Gather your family and friends for a meal out on the town this Thanksgiving at the following restaurant locations.
Thanksgiving Day Promotions
1921 by Norman Van Aken
11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
142 E. 4th Ave., Mount Dora, FL 32751
$65 per person
Enjoy a three-course prix fixe dinner that includes a choice of Chestnut & Foie Gras Stuffed Turkey Roulade or Brown Sugar Smoked Ham with Pineapple Chutney that is served alongside Milk Buns with Artisanal Butter, Smothered Green Beans with Wild Mushrooms and Crispy Shallots, Sweet Potato Casserola with Marshmallow and Candied Pecans, Sourdough Stuffing and Citrus Cranberry Sauce. House-made Seasonal Pies will be served for dessert.
Canvas Restaurant & Market
12 p.m. to 8 p.m. (restaurant) and 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. (market)
13615 Sachs Ave., Orlando, FL 32827
$30 per person for a three-course prix fixe menu, in addition to a la carte menu
The Thanksgiving prix fixe menu includes Curried Butternet Squash Bisque, Turkey Roulade served with ciabatta and chorizo stuffing, chèvre whipped potatoes and pancetta French beans. Chocolate Pecan Pie will be served for dessert. Then, the market will be serving pies to go. The selection includes Chocolate Pecan Bourbon ($20), Apple Streusel ($18) and Traditional Pumpkin ($18). Pies must be ordered by 10 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 21 and are available for pick up Wednesday, Nov. 22 through Thursday, Nov. 23.
Cocoa Beach Pier
11 a.m. to 10 p.m. at Pelican’s
401 Meade Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
$21.95 for adults, $10.95 for children 10 and younger
Pelican’s Thanksgiving Day Special includes a choice of turkey with stuffing or honey bourbon ham with cranberry sauce, served with either roasted garlic red mash potatoes or candied pecan and roasted banana sweet potatoes; served with green bean casserole and yeast rolls and a choice of pumpkin pie mousse, warm pecan pie with vanilla ice cream, apple cobbler a la mode or white chocolate bread pudding for dessert.
To make reservations, please call 321-783-7549 between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m.
Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant
8005 International Dr., Orlando, FL 32819
529 N. Alafaya Trail, Orlando, FL 32828
$27.99 for adults, $12.99 for kids ages 12 and under
Gather the family and dig into Butternut Squash Soup to start, Slow-Roasted Turkey with Pan Gravy served with traditional stuffing, roasted green beans and carrots, Mary’s potatoes, cranberry sauce and sweet creamed corn for the entree; and Spiced Pumpkin Cheesecake with fresh vanilla whipped creme for dessert. The meal can be perfectly paired with the November Wine of the Month, Riesling Chenin Blanc, for $8 a glass, or try the Cranberry Sangria, complete with cranberry wine, fresh squeezed juices and spiced cranberry syrup for $7.25 a glass or $23.99 a pitcher.
Crafted Block & Brew
2417 S. Hiawassee Rd., Orlando, FL 32835
$23.95 for adults, $11.95 for kids ages 12 and under
This Thanksgiving, Crafted Block and Brew is offering a build your own Thanksgiving dinner. Choose between Herb Roasted Turkey Breast with Gravy or House Cured Brown Sugar Glazed Ham Loin, Southern Corn Bread Stuffing or Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes, and Haricot Vert or Honey Glazed Carrots. Each meal includes Cointreau Cranberry Sauce and Black Pepper Biscuit and ends with your choice of Pumpkin Pie or Pecan Pie.
Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse
9150 International Dr., Orlando, FL 32819
$49 per person
In addition to its regular menu of delicious steaks and seafood, Del Frisco’s is offering a tasty prix fixe menu on Thanksgiving Day. To start, choose from Butternut Squash Soup or Harvest Salad with mixed greens, goat cheese, walnuts, dried cranberries and warm bacon vinaigrette. The main course will be Slow Roasted Turkey Breast with apple-sausage stuffing, mashed sweet potatoes and chateau potatoes, thin green beans, pan gravy and cranberry relish. To finish the meal, you will have your choice of Pumpkin Cheesecake or Pecan Pie a la Mode.
F&D Kitchen and Bar
11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
1541 International Parkway, Lake Mary, FL 32746
A full a la carte menu will be available in addition to several specials including Sliced Turkey Breast with Cornbread Waffle Stuffing, Sage Gravy, Orange Cranberry Sauce, Haricots Verts Almondine
Reservations can be made on online at fdkitchenbar.com or via phone at 407.915.5687
Fresh (Walt Disney World Swan Resort)
12:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
1200 Epcot Resorts Blvd, Orlando, FL 32830
$42.99 for adults, $22.99 for children ages 3-9 and free for children under 2 (exclusive of tax and 18% gratuity)
Some Thanksgiving Day Special Highlights are assorted salads, cured meats and cheeses, assorted hot and cold tapas, roasted butternut squash soup, seared wild Florida sea bass with caper white wine sauce, mashed potatoes, carved honey baked ham, roasted organic tom turkey, wild mushroom risotto. For more details and to make reservations, please call: 407-934-1609.
Garden Grove (Walt Disney World Swan Resort)
1 p.m. to 10 p.m.
1200 Epcot Resorts Blvd, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
$42.99 for adults, $20.99 for children ages 3-9, free for children under 3
Disney Characters will provide entertainment for the dinner buffet. Reservations can be made by calling 407-934-1609. Thanksgiving Day Special Highlights: Roasted winter squash soup, roasted turkey, apple cider-glazed smoked ham, a variety of sides including mashed potatoes, caramelized carrots, butternut ravioli, hazelnut brown butter stuffing, various composed salads and an assortment of homemade cakes and pastries. (Children’s menu: Chicken nuggets, mini corndogs, mac & cheese, daily vegetables.)
Il Mulino New York Trattoria (Walt Disney World Swan Resort)
4 p.m. to 10 p.m.
1200 Epcot Resorts Blvd, Orlando, FL 32830
$39 for adults and $25 for children
Il Mulino will have a Thanksgiving special in addition to its full menu. The Thanksgiving Day Special is Organic heritage turkey, confit legs, sweet potatoes, brussels, Cipollini, cranberry, natural jus. For more details and to make reservations, please call: 407-934-1717.
Paddlefish
1670 Buena Vista Drive, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
$34 per adult, $17 per child
This Thanksgiving, Paddlefish will be serving a traditional Southern herb roasted turkey breast, cornbread stuffing, brown butter mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, cranberry sauce, and pan gravy.
Rosen Centre Thanksgiving Day Buffet
11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
9840 International Dr., Orlando, FL 32819
$45.95 for adults, $17.95 for children 4-12, children three and under are free. Price does not include tax/gratuity.
Choose from dozens of traditional dishes and special treats. There will be carving stations, antipasto displays, fresh soups and salads, and desserts galore, along with complimentary champagne and mimosas. Complimentary valet parking is also included.
Rosen Plaza Thanksgiving Day Brunch Buffet
12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
9700 International Dr., Orlando, FL 32819
$42.95 for adults with advanced prepaid reservations, $45.95 walk-ins are welcome at $49.95 adults, children ages 4-11 are $18.95, children under four are free.
Spend Thanksgiving Day enjoying a culinary feast created by the masterful chefs at Rosen Plaza. Enjoy traditional favorites, chilled seafood, pasta, omelet and waffle stations, and desserts. Top it off with complimentary champagne or wine. Valet parking is complimentary.
Rosen Shingle Creek Thanksgiving Day Buffet at Cafe Osceola
11:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
9939 Universal Blvd., Orlando, FL 32819
$68.95 per adult, children ages 4-11 are $29.95, children three and under are free. Price does not include tax/gratuity. Reservations required.
Treat your loved ones to a Thanksgiving Day Buffet as amazing as they are with more than 40 delectable options, from made-to-order omelets to prime rib and gourmet sushi. Enjoy desserts galore, unlimited complimentary mimosas and champagne, and complimentary valet parking.
Roy’s Restaurant
12 p.m. to 8 p.m.
7760 W. Sand Lake Rd., Orlando, FL 32819
Thanksgiving Dinner is $39.95 per guest ($59.95 with optional wine pairings), and the Classic Prix Fixe menu options start at $49 per person.
The Traditional Thanksgiving Dinner Menu at Roy’s includes a choice of Grilled Caesar Salad or Lobster Bisque to start; an entree consisting of Pan Roasted Teriyaki Glazed Turkey with Portuguese Sausage Stuffing, Haricot Vert and Hazelnuts Sesame Carrots, Truffle Mashed Potatoes and Bacon Pan Gravy; and a choice of Maple Brown Sugar Pumpkin Tart or Chocolate Tort for dessert. The optional wine pairing including Niner Wine Estates Pinot Noir and Maso Canali Pinot Grigio. For the Roy’s Classic Prix Fixe Menu, choose from Crunchy Golden Lobster Potstickers, Tempura-Crusted Ahi Roll, Big Island Ebi Roll or Local Greens Salad to start; Tender Braised Short Ribs of Beef ($49), Grilled Filet Mignon ($54), Hand Carved Rustic Ribeye ($59), Roy’s Original Hawaiian Blackened Island Ahi ($49) or Hawaiian Style Misoyaki Butterfish ($54) for the entree; and Maple Brown Sugar Pumpkin Tart, Ice Cream Kaffir Lime Tart or Chocolate Torte for dessert.
The Capital Grille
4200 Conroy Road, Orlando, FL 32839
11 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Adults $39, Children $15
At The Capital Grille, guests will be able to enjoy Slow-Roasted Turkey
with Brioche Stuffing, French Green Beans with Marcona Almonds and Cranberry Pear Chutney, all accompanied by Sam’s Mashed Potatoes to share. Guests will also have the option to order from the A La Carte menu.
The Palm Orlando
5800 Universal Boulevard (in the Hard Rock Hotel), Orlando, FL 32819
3 p.m. – 8 p.m.
$55 per person, $24 for children under 12
The Palm Orlando is serving a three-course holiday dinner during their Thanksgiving hours. It is a fall-themed menu; first course items are a choice between Lobster Bisque, Roasted Butternut Squash Bisque, or Baby Kale, Radicchio and Apple Salad. Second course is a Herb-Roasted, Hand-Carved Turkey with a Choice of Individual Portion Side; third course is New York Cheesecake drizzled with raspberry sauce and Pumpkin Pie. The Palm Orlando’s a la carte menu is also available.
The Polite Pig at Disney Springs
11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
1536 Buena Vista Dr., Orlando, FL 32830
The Polite Pig will be serving an a la carte menu on Thanksgiving Day. It will include signature dishes like the Smoked Chicken Wings with pickled carrots; House-Smoked Briskey with coffee rub; The Southern Pig Sandwich with pulled pork, fennel-apple slaw, tangy mustard bbq and Duke’s mayo; and Crispy Brussels Sprouts with whisky-caramel.
Todd English’s bluezoo (Walt Disney World Dolphin Resort)
1500 Epcot Resorts Blvd, Orlando, FL 32830
4 p.m. to 10 p.m.
$38 per person
Thanksgiving Day Special: Roulade de dinde (turkey roulade), winter squash, chestnut mezzalune, haricots vert (green beans), porcini gravy, sage, nitro cranberry. Todd English’s bluezoo will also serve it’s full menu in addition to the Thanksgiving Day Special. Reservations can be made by calling 407-934-1717.
Urbain 40
8000 Via Dellagio Way, Orlando, FL 32819
$49 per person
Urbain 40 is serving a three-course prix fixe menu this Thanksgiving. The menu includes a choice of Pumpkin Bisque, Chef’s Seasonal Salad or Crepe Urbain for the first course; choice of Slow Roasted Turkey Breast and Dark Meat Roulade, Lemon-Myrtle Scented Salmon, Wild Red Shrimp Pasta or Slow Braised Pork Shank for the second course; and a choice of Herloom “Apple Pie” Creation or Caramelized Pear-Studded Croissant Bread Pudding for dessert.
Westgate River Ranch & Rodeo
3 p.m. to close
3200 River Ranch Boulevard, River Ranch, FL 33867
$34.95 for adults, $14.95 for children ages 5-12 and complimentary for children ages 4 and younger
Westgate River Ranch & Rodeo will offer a Thanksgiving Day menu beginning at 3 p.m., which includes herb-roasted turkey, glazed ham, prime rib, mashed potatoes and gravy, sweet potatoes, stuffing, green beans, corn, cornbread, sweet yeast rolls with whipped butter, salad bar, apple, pecan and pumpkin pie and other assorted desserts.
Reservations are required. To make reservations, please call 863-692-2926.
Christmas Eve Promotions
1921 by Norman Van Aken
142 E. 4th Ave., Mount Dora, FL 32751
$79 per person
Enjoy a tasty holiday prix-fixe menu. To start, choose between a salad of butter lettuces with radishes, Piquillo pepper pesto, pecorino and Meyer lemon vinaigrette or cream of sweet corn soup with chanterelle mushrooms and Idiazabal cheese. Second course offerings include your choice of Smoked Brisket Ravioli with beef fat confit potatoes, celeriac and horseradish; wood oven roasted Honeynut Squash with Meredith Farm marinated feta, Calabrian chilies, macadamia nuts and smoked honey; or Oyster Pan Stew with sherry cream and Lionsmane mushrooms. Main course dishes include Braised Lamb with turnip and potato gratin and huckleberry jus; Porchetta with roasted garlic polenta, Over the Hill Farm giardiniera and rosemary jus; Fillet of East Coast Florida Fish with saffron and potato cream, little neck clams, fava beans and nduja; Rohan Duck glazed in sorghum and benne seed with coal-roasted shallots and Anson Mills farro; or Black Truffle Potato Gnocchi with wild mushrooms and chestnuts. Finally, for dessert, choose from Honey Poached Rocket Apple dipped in caramel with Mascarpone cheesecake and cinnamon roll crust; Chocolate Cake with peppermint chocolate, white chocolate powder and chocolate custard, vanilla ice cream and flexy ganache; or Roasted Strawberries with Vanilla Shortbread, goat cheese, Riesling sabayon and micro basil.
Reservations are required and can be made by calling 352-385-1921.
Canvas Restaurant & Market
13615 Sachs Ave., Orlando, FL 32827
In addition to the full a la cart menu, Canvas will also feature a 32-oz. Porterhouse Steak ($80) that will be served family style with smashed root vegetables and broccolini with garlic and oil.
To make a reservation, visit the restaurant’s website or call 407-313-7800.
Chroma Modern Bar + Kitchen
6967 Lake Nona Blvd, Orlando, FL 32827
Chroma will offer its full a la carte menu in addition to several holiday specials created by Chef Jason Bergeron.
To make a reservation, visit the restaurant’s website or call 407-955-4340.
F&D Kitchen and Bar
1541 International Parkway, Lake Mary, FL 32746
F&D Kitchen and Bar will offer its full a la carte menu in addition to several holiday specials created by Chef Alex Cornejo.
To make a reservation, visit the restaurant’s website or call 407-915-5687.
Mango’s Tropical Cafe
8126 International Dr., Orlando, FL 32819
$39 per person
The Mango’s Tropical Cafe Christmas menu will infuses Latin cuisine with the traditional Christmas feast. The a la cart menu will also be available.
Pizza Bruno
Regular restaurant hours; 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for brunch
3990 Curry Ford Rd., Orlando, FL 32806
Pizza Bruno will be serving its full a la carte menu as well as December’s Seasonal Pizza called “The Three B’s,” featuring vodka sauce, basil, meatballs, mozzarella, Calabrian chilies and Pecorino cheese. In addition, a small selection of traditional Italian brunch offerings will be available.
The Ravenous Pig
565 W. Fairbanks Ave., Winter Park, FL 32789
$50 per person
In addition to its full a la carte menu, The Ravenous Pig will serve a three-course Holiday Sunday Supper (minimum two people). It will include Sunchoke Soup with crispy oysters, truffles and house-made sourdough bread with salted goat’s milk butter, Smoked Prime Rib with root vegetables and rogue smoked blue gratin with creamed collard greens, and Chef’s Dessert.
To make a reservation, visit the restaurant’s website or call 407-628-2333.
Tony Roma’s
12 p.m. to 11 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, 12 p.m. to 12 a.m. Friday and Saturday
8560 International Dr., Orlando, FL 32819
$29 per person
Tony Roma’s on I-Drive will be serving a special holiday menu available from Dec. 24 to Jan. 1 and it will feature a starter, this year’s entrée of choice and a wine or cocktail pairing for only $29. Starters include your choice of house salad, Caesar salad or Original Classic Potato Soup and this year’s entrée includes a 12oz. slow-smoked prime rib served with red skinned mashed potatoes and a fresh vegetable. Drink pairings includes a Markham Merlot, Napa Valley, Mer Soleil Chardonnay Reserve, Santa Lucia Highlands, California and a Classic Romarita.
To make a reservation, call 407-248-0094.
Urbain 40
8000 Via Dellagio Way, Orlando, FL 32819
$49 per person
Urbain 40 in the Dellagio Town Center will serve a three-course prix fixe menu alongside its regular a la carte menu. The Holiday Prix-Fixe Menu items include a choice of Chestnut, Potato and French Leek Soup, French Onion Soup Gratinee, Seasonal Salad, Smoked Salmon and Blue Crab Boule or Northeast Atlantic Coastal Mussels to start; Five-Spice Scented Duck Breast, Lemon Myrtle Scented Salmon, Argentinean Wild Red Shrimp Pasta, Slow-Braised Cheshire Pork Shank or Free-Range Organic Chicken Parmigiano Bianco for the main course; and Dark Chocolate Peppermint Bouche de Noel or Currant and Roasted Anjoy Pear Croissant Bread Pudding for dessert.
To make a reservation, visit the restaurant’s website or call 407-872-2640
Christmas Day Promotions
Canvas Restaurant & Market
13615 Sachs Ave., Orlando, FL 32827
In addition to the full a la cart menu, Canvas will also feature a 32-oz. Porterhouse Steak ($80) that will be served family style with smashed root vegetables and broccolini with garlic and oil.
To make a reservation, visit the restaurant’s website or call 407-313-7800.
Dine with Rudolph – SeaWorld Orlando
December 1-3, 8-10, 15-24 (excluding Christmas Day)
Times vary.
The chef carving station will have Oven Roasted Turkey and Honey-Brown Sugar Glazed Ham, Field Green Salad tossed with dried cranberries and candied pecans and coated in the Chef’s Balsamic Vinaigrette, Homestyle Cranberry Cornbread stuffing, Tis the Season Cut Fruit, Homestyle Mashed Potatoes with traditional gravy, and Everyone’s Favorite Green Bean Almandine Casserole. Chicken Tenders, French Fries, Mac and Cheese and Hot Dogs are available for younger guests, along with Gluten Free options for anyone upon request.
Highball & Harvest
12 p.m. to 9 p.m.
4012 Central Florida Parkway, Orlando, FL 32827
$110 per adult, $45 for children ages 12 and under
Highball & Harvest, which is located inside The Ritz-Carlton Orlando Grande Lakes, invites guests to dine in casual elegance this Christmas. Enjoy southern-inspired, farm-to-fork dishes prepared by Chef Scott Pizzo and a plentiful raw bar as well as live entertainment.
Reservations are required and can be made by calling 407-393-4648.
Mango’s Tropical Cafe
8126 International Dr., Orlando, FL 32819
$39 per person
The Mango’s Tropical Cafe Christmas menu will infuses Latin cuisine with the traditional Christmas feast. The a la cart menu will also be available.
Paddlefish
1670 Buena Vista Drive, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
Celebrate Christmas Day with family and friends over a gourmet dinner at Paddlefish. In addition to the regular menu, the evening’s special is Prime Rib Eye with king crab mash, baby carrots and red wine demi-glace for $44. Reservations aren’t necessary but they can be made by visiting the restaurant’s website.
Rosen Centre Christmas Day Buffet
11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
9840 International Dr., Orlando, FL 32819
$45.95 for adults, $17.95 for children 4-12, children three and under are free. Price does not include tax/gratuity.
Celebrate Christmas Day with a special extensive holiday buffet created by the Rosen Centre culinary team. Indulge in seafood entrees, a carving station and chocolate fountains, along with complimentary champagne and mimosas. Complimentary valet parking is also included.
Rosen Plaza Christmas Day Brunch Buffet
12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
9700 International Dr., Orlando, FL 32819
$42.95 for adults with advanced prepaid reservations, $45.95 walk-ins are welcome at $49.95 adults, children ages 4 – 11 are $18.95, children under four are free.
Make the season bright with Rosen Plaza’s festive Christmas Day Buffet, complete with market salads, cheese displays, a dim sum station, carving stations and can’t-miss desserts. Buffet guests enjoy complimentary champagne or wine. Valet parking is complimentary.
Rosen Shingle Creek Christmas Day Buffet at Cafe Osceola
11:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
9939 Universal Blvd., Orlando, FL 32819
$68.95 per adult, children ages 4-11 are $29.95, children three and under are free. Price does not include tax/gratuity. Reservations required.
Give the gift of relaxation at Rosen Shingle Creek’s spectacular Christmas Day Buffet. Savor more than 44 specialty holiday dishes and an assortment of delicious desserts. Guests receive unlimited complimentary mimosas and champagne as well as complimentary valet parking.
Tony Roma’s
12 p.m. to 11 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, 12 p.m. to 12 a.m. Friday and Saturday
8560 International Dr., Orlando, FL 32819
$29 per person
Tony Roma’s on I-Drive will be serving a special holiday menu available from Dec. 24 to Jan. 1 and it will feature a starter, this year’s entrée of choice and a wine or cocktail pairing for only $29. Starters include your choice of house salad, Caesar salad or Original Classic Potato Soup and this year’s entrée includes a 12oz. slow-smoked prime rib served with red skinned mashed potatoes and a fresh vegetable. Drink pairings includes a Markham Merlot, Napa Valley, Mer Soleil Chardonnay Reserve, Santa Lucia Highlands, California and a Classic Romarita.
To make a reservation, call 407-248-0094.
Urbain 40
8000 Via Dellagio Way, Orlando, FL 32819
$49 per person
Urbain 40 in the Dellagio Town Center will serve a three-course prix fixe menu alongside its regular a la carte menu. The Holiday Prix-Fixe Menu items include a choice of Chestnut, Potato and French Leek Soup, French Onion Soup Gratinee, Seasonal Salad, Smoked Salmon and Blue Crab Boule or Northeast Atlantic Coastal Mussels to start; Five-Spice Scented Duck Breast, Lemon Myrtle Scented Salmon, Argentinean Wild Red Shrimp Pasta, Slow-Braised Cheshire Pork Shank or Free-Range Organic Chicken Parmigiano Bianco for the main course; and Dark Chocolate Peppermint Bouche de Noel or Currant and Roasted Anjoy Pear Croissant Bread Pudding for dessert.
To make a reservation, visit the restaurant’s website or call 407-872-2640
New Year’s Eve Promotions
Bahama Breeze
9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
All Central Florida locations
Celebrate the New Year with a Caribbean-inspired Junkanoo celebration featuring live music and giveaways. Sip on legendary cocktails starting at $2.18 including a Gombay Smash, Painkiller, Yuka Hula Hickey Dula, Zombie and Dark ‘N Stormy.
Crafted Block & Brew
10 a.m. to 2 a.m.
2417 S. Hiawassee Rd., Orlando, FL 32835
Enjoy an All-Day New Year’s Eve menu that starts with brunch from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Crafted. In addition to the regular brunch menu, there will also be specialty NYE menu items and bottomless mimosas for $14.95 with purchase of an entree. Then, from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m., Crafted will be serving a three-course prix-fixe dinner menu that includes filet mignon, grilled Maine lobster, garlic mashed potatoes and Brussels sprouts for $34.95. The regular dinner menu will also be available. The late-night crowd can enjoy a complimentary champagne toast at midnight and a limited brunch item menu from 12 a.m. to close.
Del Frisco’s
5 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Sunday
9150 International Dr., Orlando, FL 32819
$90 per person
Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steak House on International Drive will be offering guests a special four-course, prix-fixe menu from Dec. 29 through Dec. 31. In addition to a special champagne toast at midnight, the menu includes a starter, soup or salad, choice of entrée, sides, dessert and choices for upgrades. The prix fixe menu will be available in addition to its regular menu.
To make a reservation, call 407-351-5074.
Dragonfly Robata
7972 Dellagio Way, Orlando, FL 32819
$68 per person
To ring in the New Year, Dragonfly Robata will serve a four-course prix-fixe menu alongside its full a la carte menu. The menu will be served with a complimentary aperitif and free champagne toast at midnight, and all menu items are also available a la carte. The New Year’s Eve Prix-Fixe menu items include Hagatsuo (tsukjii fish) with pickled red onion, ginger scallion ponzu and chili threads; 45-Day Dry Aged Ribeye with baby turnips and brown butter ponzu; Alaskan King Crab Nabemono with bacon asparagus, Shemjii and herbs; and Seasame Pate Choux with genmai cream, blueberry sake preserve, walnuts and seasonal berries.
To make a reservation, visit the restaurant’s website or call 407-370-3359.
Everglades Restaurant
6-10 p.m.
Rosen Centre Hotel
9840 International Dr.
Orlando, FL 32819
$69.95 per person
For your last meal of 2017, enjoy a three-course meal that includes your choice of House Salad or Black-Eyed Pea Soup to start; Blackened Flounder with Parmesan Potato Cake and Carrots, New York Strip with Saffron Risotto and Root Vegetables, or Petit Filet & Shrimp Scampi with Asparagus and Sweet Plantains; and Mascarpone Champagne Mousse for dessert. The menu includes one bottle of select wine or champagne per couple or two glasses per person, and it cannot be combined with any other offers, specials or discounts. Savor it all over the sounds of a three-piece jazz band.
For reservations and more information, call 407-603-2964
Highball & Harvest
4012 Central Florida Parkway, Orlando, FL 32827
$145 per adult, $45 for children ages 12 and under
Sip hand-crafted champagne cocktails and enjoy a five-course tasting with live entertainment as you bid 2017 goodbye. Then, say hello to 2018 at the after party, which begins at 10 p.m. and features hand-crafted cocktails, late night small bites and a DJ. The after party is a 21-and-older event.
Reservations are required for the New Year’s Eve Dinner and can be made by calling 407-393-4648.
Liam Fitzpatrick’s Restaurant and Irish Pub
8 p.m. to 2 a.m.
951 Market Promenade Ave., Suite 1115, Lake Mary, FL 32746
Free and open to the public
Lake Mary will once again turn into Times Square with an iconic symbol to ring in the New Year. Liam Fitzpatrick’s Restaurant and Irish Pub invites Central Floridians to count down to 2018 at its annual New Year’s Eve Block Party with Colonial Town Park shopping plaza neighboring restaurants Graffiti Junktion, Dexter’s of Lake Mary, Duffy’s Sports Grill, F&D Cantina and Amura. The party will feature entertainment by DJ Michael Knight, an array of drink specials and the annual Shamrock Drop outside the plaza. The celebration will support Just Our Soldiers’ Helpers Inc., who will be onsite collecting donations for care packages, including snacks, food, hygiene products and other necessities.
Mango’s Tropical Cafe
6 p.m. to 3 a.m.
8126 International Dr., Orlando, FL 32819
$50 per person for general admission, $125 per person for Cafe and Veranda packages, $150 for Main VIP Middle seats
Join Mango’s Tropical Cafe for the Mango’s NYE Extravaganza, which will include live entertainment, music, dancing, gourmet food and more. The special New Year’s Eve dining menu include’s Mango’s signature gourmet Floribbean cuisine, champagne and complimentary well drinks. This is a 21-and-up event.
To make a reservation, visit the restaurant’s website.
Paddlefish
1670 Buena Vista Drive, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
Paddlefish is celebrating the New Year with a special New Year’s Eve dish. Enjoy the Surf & Turf with filet, cold water lobster tail, crab hollandaise and herb-roasted potatoes for $49. Reservations aren’t necessary but they can be made by visiting the restaurant’s website.
Tony Roma’s
12 p.m. to 11 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, 12 p.m. to 12 a.m. Friday and Saturday
8560 International Dr., Orlando, FL 32819
$29 per person
Tony Roma’s on I-Drive will be serving a special holiday menu available from Dec. 24 to Jan. 1 and it will feature a starter, this year’s entrée of choice and a wine or cocktail pairing for only $29. Starters include your choice of house salad, Caesar salad or Original Classic Potato Soup and this year’s entrée includes a 12oz. slow-smoked prime rib served with red skinned mashed potatoes and a fresh vegetable. Drink pairings includes a Markham Merlot, Napa Valley, Mer Soleil Chardonnay Reserve, Santa Lucia Highlands, California and a Classic Romarita.
To make a reservation, call 407-248-0094.
Urbain 40
Seating begins at 8 p.m.
8000 Via Dellagio Way, Orlando, FL 32819
Packages start at $99 per person
Enjoy a four-course gourmet dinner, bottle of champagne and party favors as you ring in the New Year with family and friends. The prix-fixe menu highlights include Mushroom Bisque, Crispy Sweet Blue Crab Cakes, Grilled 8 oz. Angus Beef Filet and Currant and Anjou Pear Croissant Bread Pudding, among others. An a la carte menu will also be available for reservations and walk-ins with seatings at 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. only.
To make a reservation, visit the restaurant’s website or call 407-872-2640.
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