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5 Best Outdoor Dining Spots in Orlando

(Updated May 2, 2025)

National Eat Outside Day is August 31, 2025.

If you’ll be in Central Florida for the day, celebrate by dining outside at one of Orlando’s top restaurants.

A family smile and one another seated and eating at an outdoor table with string lights in the background.

Orlando’s Best Outdoor Dining

Here are some Orlando establishments with outdoor dining that everyone should visit.

Maxine’s on ShineThe Maxine's on Shine logo, a woman in glasses holding a glass of red wine.

A neighborhood restaurant in downtown Orlando, Maxine’s on Shine was named to the 2025 Michelin Restaurant Guide.

From crab cakes to fried green tomatoes, the eclectic eatery serves delicious comfort food for dinner and weekend brunch in a comfortably sexy atmosphere.

Maxine’s also offers a full bar, live music, and spacious outdoor seating.

 

Boxi Park

An aerial view of a large outdoor space at night with string lighting, outdoor seating, and a covered stage.

If you’re looking for a unique outdoor dining experience, check out Boxi Park’s wide range of options.

This family-friendly outdoor space features converted shipping containers that function like food trucks. Each serves a different cuisine.

You can try a little of everything while enjoying live music and outdoor games.

 

Café Tu Tu Tango

A table set with a variety of brunch foods, a glass of sangria, and a Bloody Mary.

Café Tu Tu Tango on International Drive will please both picky eaters and foodies.

Their menu features Cajun, Latin American, Middle Eastern, and Caribbean fare. It all tastes even better on the gorgeous patio.

However, be sure to go inside at some point to view the spectacular décor and art for sale.

 

A Land Remembered

A fork rests on a high-sided plate with three lamb lollipops.

This distinctive steakhouse in Rosen Shingle Creek was awarded OpenTable’s Diners’ Choice in 2023.

A Land Remembered celebrates classic Florida by offering a variety of local surf and turf food options and an impressive wine list.

Enjoy your meal on the restaurant’s outdoor patio which offers impressive views of the Arnold Palmer designed course at Shingle Creek Golf Club.

It’s the perfect place to top off a vacation day in Orlando.

 

Cat-Tails

A group of adults sit around an outdoor table while a waiter in a blue shirt pours wine. Cat-Tails Poolside Bar & Grill is perfect for outdoor dining.

Also located inside Rosen Shingle Creek, Cat-Tails is a poolside bar and grill with fun menu offerings for lunch and dinner.

Try classic dishes like nachos, burgers, and salads. Or spice up your outdoor meal with tacos, a chimichurri sandwich, or wings.

No matter what you order, your meal will pair perfectly with a view of our Orlando hotel’s sparkling pool.

 

Dine and Stay at Rosen Shingle Creek

When planning your Orlando vacation, book a room at Rosen Shingle Creek near International Drive.

Our hotel provides affordable luxury and easy access to the Orange County Convention Center and Orlando’s top restaurants, bars, and attractions – indoors and outdoors.

The Rosen Shingle Creek Resort with a large swimming pool, palm trees, and a bright blue sky with fluffy white clouds.

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