Guidebook for Orlando
Food Scene
Local pizza joint and part of UCF's culture. Their pizza slices are massive for the price you pay and they have a unique selection. One of my favs!
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Lazy Moon
1011 E Colonial DrLocal pizza joint and part of UCF's culture. Their pizza slices are massive for the price you pay and they have a unique selection. One of my favs!
Huey Magoo's Chicken Tenders - Oviedo
4293 Alafaya TrailTheir chicken strips are incredible!
Authentic Chinese Food! You know it's gonna be good because the kitchen looks filthy:)
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Tasty Wok
1237 E Colonial DrAuthentic Chinese Food! You know it's gonna be good because the kitchen looks filthy:)
Local Bakery that serves breakfast and lunch. SOOO good. Get there early to get a seat and try the salted pecan pie.
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Se7enBites
617 Primrose DrLocal Bakery that serves breakfast and lunch. SOOO good. Get there early to get a seat and try the salted pecan pie.
Located downtown. Breakfast is delicious and super affordable!
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Artisan's Table
55 W Church StLocated downtown. Breakfast is delicious and super affordable!
From quiche to whoopie pies, this local bakery is worth a visit.
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Blue Bird Bake Shop
3122 Corrine DrFrom quiche to whoopie pies, this local bakery is worth a visit.
Run by an Italian Family. They import all ingredients from Italy and make fresh pasta and sauce. Casual and affordable.
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Trevi Pasta
2120 Edgewater DrRun by an Italian Family. They import all ingredients from Italy and make fresh pasta and sauce. Casual and affordable.
Soooo good and authentic! Try the Polish sampler with pierogis, kielbasa, and a cabbage roll.
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Anna's Polish Restaurant
3586 Aloma AveSoooo good and authentic! Try the Polish sampler with pierogis, kielbasa, and a cabbage roll.
Basically a Mediterranean version of Chipotle. They sometimes have a killer groupon as well.
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Hubbly Bubbly Falafel Shop
3405 Edgewater DrBasically a Mediterranean version of Chipotle. They sometimes have a killer groupon as well.
Drinks & Nightlife
On Park Avenue. Sample wines from all over the world. Their chees plates are legit. I like to pretend I'm in France!
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The Wine Room on Park Avenue
270 S Park AveOn Park Avenue. Sample wines from all over the world. Their chees plates are legit. I like to pretend I'm in France!
Sky Bar
Who doesn't like a rooftop bar? One of my favs to dance, socialize and enjoy a great view!
Vintage Rock to Top 40, indie to 80's new wave, the Independent Bar hits that sweet spot between dance club and dive bar.
Independent Bar
4141 S Orange AveVintage Rock to Top 40, indie to 80's new wave, the Independent Bar hits that sweet spot between dance club and dive bar.
Parks & Nature
The gardens are lovely and they occasionally have special events that are open to the public otherwise there's a small fee but totally worth it!
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Izindiza ze-Harry P. Leu
1920 N Forest AveThe gardens are lovely and they occasionally have special events that are open to the public otherwise there's a small fee but totally worth it!
Just across the street from our neighborhood, this park is lovely with a trail following a winding river with lots of trees, plants and animals. Enjoy a game of soccer in the open fields or take your kids to the playground!
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Blanchard Park YMCA
10501 Jay Blanchard TrailJust across the street from our neighborhood, this park is lovely with a trail following a winding river with lots of trees, plants and animals. Enjoy a game of soccer in the open fields or take your kids to the playground!
Located at the headwaters of the Wekiva River, the beautiful vistas within this park offer a glimpse of what Central Florida looked like when Timucuan Indians fished and hunted these lands. Florida State Parks are open from 8 a.m. until sundown, 365 days a year. Please note that the park will close when capacity is reached, which is common on weekends and holidays, particularly in the summer. $6.00 per vehicle. Limit 2-8 people per vehicle. For more information, call the park at 407-884-2009
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Wekiwa Springs
Located at the headwaters of the Wekiva River, the beautiful vistas within this park offer a glimpse of what Central Florida looked like when Timucuan Indians fished and hunted these lands. Florida State Parks are open from 8 a.m. until sundown, 365 days a year. Please note that the park will close when capacity is reached, which is common on weekends and holidays, particularly in the summer. $6.00 per vehicle. Limit 2-8 people per vehicle. For more information, call the park at 407-884-2009
Entertainment & Activities
Take a ride on the Orlando Eye and check out a breathtaking view of Orlando and it's attractions!
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The Wheel at ICON Park
8375 International DrTake a ride on the Orlando Eye and check out a breathtaking view of Orlando and it's attractions!
Go to all four of the Disney parks if you can swing the cost. It lives up to it's name of being the happiest place on earth and is a must visit attraction for Orlando!
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Walt Disney World Resort
Go to all four of the Disney parks if you can swing the cost. It lives up to it's name of being the happiest place on earth and is a must visit attraction for Orlando!
It's a restaurant, a bowling alley, a bar, a pool hall, a karaoke bar, and an arcade all in one! It has a little something for everyone.
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Firkin and Kegler Family Entertainment Center
It's a restaurant, a bowling alley, a bar, a pool hall, a karaoke bar, and an arcade all in one! It has a little something for everyone.
Disney Springs—a truly amazing place featuring an eclectic mix of unique boutiques, one-of-a-kind eateries and jaw-dropping entertainment! It makes you feel like you are at Disney World but the best part is that it's free! Just bring cash incase you want to shop or eat.
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Disney Springs
1486 Buena Vista DrDisney Springs—a truly amazing place featuring an eclectic mix of unique boutiques, one-of-a-kind eateries and jaw-dropping entertainment! It makes you feel like you are at Disney World but the best part is that it's free! Just bring cash incase you want to shop or eat.
We love aquariums and this one has a variety of sea life as well as some unique exhibits!
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SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium
8449 International DrWe love aquariums and this one has a variety of sea life as well as some unique exhibits!
Arts & Culture
Founded in 1924, the Orlando Museum of Art is a leading cultural institution in the region. The mission of the Orlando Museum of Art is to inspire creativity, passion and intellectual curiosity by connecting people with art and new ideas. Pay a small fee to enjoy!
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I-Orlando Museum of Art
2416 N Mills AveFounded in 1924, the Orlando Museum of Art is a leading cultural institution in the region. The mission of the Orlando Museum of Art is to inspire creativity, passion and intellectual curiosity by connecting people with art and new ideas. Pay a small fee to enjoy!
Great place to take the kids to learn about Science in a fun way!
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Orlando Science Center
777 E Princeton StGreat place to take the kids to learn about Science in a fun way!
The Orange County Regional History Center, housed in a historic courthouse in the heart of downtown Orlando, offers four floors of exhibits exploring 12,000 years of Central Florida’s rich heritage. A Smithsonian affiliate, the museum also offers visiting exhibitions and a wide range of programs for families, children, and adults.
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Orange County Regional History Center Park
65 E Central BlvdThe Orange County Regional History Center, housed in a historic courthouse in the heart of downtown Orlando, offers four floors of exhibits exploring 12,000 years of Central Florida’s rich heritage. A Smithsonian affiliate, the museum also offers visiting exhibitions and a wide range of programs for families, children, and adults.
Shopping
They have everything you've ever wanted- all the popular name brand clothes for a fraction of the normal cost! It can be pretty crowded during tourist seasons but if you are in the market for some good deals, this is the place to go.
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I-Outlets Orlando
5269 International DrThey have everything you've ever wanted- all the popular name brand clothes for a fraction of the normal cost! It can be pretty crowded during tourist seasons but if you are in the market for some good deals, this is the place to go.
Recently named the largest outdoor mall in America, Waterford Lakes boasts a variety of stores- clothing, food, hardware, coffee, crafts! You can visit the pet stores, try tons of different restaurants, go to the salon, take your kids to Chucky Cheese, the movies, bowling. They've pretty much got it all!
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Waterford Lakes Town Center
413 N Alafaya TrailRecently named the largest outdoor mall in America, Waterford Lakes boasts a variety of stores- clothing, food, hardware, coffee, crafts! You can visit the pet stores, try tons of different restaurants, go to the salon, take your kids to Chucky Cheese, the movies, bowling. They've pretty much got it all!
This is one of my favorite places to stroll because it makes me feel like I'm in a European city! It's a great place to stroll, enjoy the scenery, they have awesome little boutiques and shops and a great selection of original restaurants and cafes.
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South Park Avenue
South Park AvenueThis is one of my favorite places to stroll because it makes me feel like I'm in a European city! It's a great place to stroll, enjoy the scenery, they have awesome little boutiques and shops and a great selection of original restaurants and cafes.
Essentials
Publix Super Market at Suncrest Village
10115 University BlvdWhere shopping is a pleasure:)
Walmart Supercenter
3250 Vineland RdYour one stop shop- groceries, toiletries, gifts!