Otto’s High Dive in Orlando’s Milk District is a Michelin Bib Gourmand Cuban restaurant that’s been on my radar for months. My wife brought home a slice of their tres leches cake a while back, and I was instantly hooked. That dessert alone ranks in my top 5 in Orlando, so I needed to know…
Tasty Takeover Orlando brings together some of the city’s most popular food trucks and pop-up restaurants every week, and Mohawk Smokehouse is consistently one of the biggest draws. They boldly claim to be Orlando’s best BBQ on their website, so after hearing the hype for months, I finally made the trip to see if they…
Best Ice Cream in Orlando, FL – 2025 Local Guide In the hot and humid amusement park capital of the world, it is no surprise that frozen treats are in high demand year-round. Ice cream is always good, but if you are looking for something beyond the standard tourist scoop, Orlando has a growing number…
When I was in my second year at UCF, I discovered Orlando had a surprisingly large Vietnamese community and even a dedicated “Viet Town” along Colonial Drive. Just five years ago the Mills 50 District had only a handful of Asian restaurants, but today it has grown into one of the city’s most vibrant dining…
Best Chinese Restaurants in Orlando – 2026 Local Guide Discover the best Chinese restaurants in Orlando, from Michelin-recognized Sichuan spots to authentic dim sum and local neighborhood favorites. A local’s guide to Orlando’s Chinese food scene in 2025.
Best Sushi Restaurants in Orlando, Florida – 2026 Local Guide Orlando’s sushi scene has stepped up in recent years. While places serving deep-fried rolls drenched in spicy mayo and eel sauce are still the default for many, more locals are starting to crave the craftsmanship and simplicity of high-quality vinegared rice topped with fresh fish. Here…
As a self-proclaimed glutton and sushi lover, I’ve eaten my way through countless sushi spots across Orlando. In recent years, I’ve noticed more chefs starting to recognize that there’s a real demand for traditional nigiri-focused sushi outside of omakase dining. That’s why I think Okonomi at Mills Market in Orlando is an exciting step forward….
