From Michelin-recommended restaurants to innovative dining concepts, this year’s Orlando Magical Dining event celebrates the food and culture of Orlando’s bustling restaurant scene. Whether guests are looking to visit an old favorite or try a new eatery, the extensive list of participating restaurants represents the best and best of dining.
The annual Orlando Magical Dining event is more than just a prix fixe meal at a reasonable price. When guests dine at a participating restaurant and order from the special menu, a portion of the sales proceeds benefit The Mustard Seed of Central Florida and other local nonprofits.
For those who don’t know, The Mustard Seed of Central Florida helps people affected by personal tragedy. The charity helps plant the seeds so that these individuals and families can rebuild and become stronger.
Over the years, the Orlando Magical Dining event has raised significant funds for local charities. While people may weigh the cost and expense of food, the special event that gives back to the local community is often a reason to reserve a table at a favorite restaurant, a must-try spot, or simply pick a spot on the fly.
Although Orlando Magical Dining is a restaurant-focused event, there are several ways to make a meal more than just a few delicious plated dishes. Visit Orlando has compiled weekly ideas to make a meal a total experience.
The combination of food and culture is crucial to the spread of this annual event. Guests can pair their cuisine with a specific concert, art experience or other event. The idea is a wonderful example of the city’s cultural diversity. From music to art, it’s another example that Orlando has more to offer than just rides.
Additionally, several local resorts offer magical dining deals that are perfect for a stay at home experience. Why not check in on Saturday afternoon, enjoy a fabulous dinner, and relax a little before Sunday spooky season kicks off?
The extensive list of participating restaurants could lead people to eat there more than once a week during the run. There are nearly 150 restaurants, from nationally known brands to locally acclaimed local chefs. What’s more, the choice of dishes is just as diverse.
A must-try is Chayote Barrio Kitchen. The New Latin Cuisine restaurant offers an excellent selection of dishes that are upscale while still offering a taste of traditional flavors. One dish you must try is the costilla, a braised short rib. The bold flavor will stay with you for a long time.
This year’s event features several Michelin-starred restaurants. From local favorite The Ravenous Pig to Richard Blais’ Four Flamingos, those looking for these famous dining experiences will be happy to tick a few more items off their bucket list.
Guests can browse the extensive restaurant list, with sorting options including cuisine, location and price options. Whether it’s time to indulge at Z Asian Vietnamese Kitchen or Umi Winter Park, or it’s time to revisit one of Orlando’s many popular restaurants, reservations are going fast.
Orlando Magical Dining runs now through September 30, 2024. Check the website and individual restaurant websites for food availability.
