Spencer's for Steaks and Chops of Orlando has built a reputation for itself by offering premium steaks that are one of the best you will find in town. Located at the Hilton Orlando hotel, this upscale restaurant offers a distinguished environment that can accommodate both formal as well as casual diners. The menu features aged cuts ranging from the USDA prime beef to the Delmonico, each of the most succulent variety and grilled to perfection. Apart from the roasts, they also serve gourmet seafood and meat dishes which are accompanied by rich desserts and boutique wines.

Tavernas are an essential part of the Greek culture known to serve traditional home-style food in a familiar environment. Greek Flame Taverna brings classic Greek specialties like Souvlaki, Gyros, Pita such as Spanakopita and Mousaka to the foodie junction in Orlando. Some of best Greek dishes and the lovely atmosphere at this family-run restaurant make it a worthy visit away from downtown. The menu offers lighter options like Mezes and classic salads, and also hearty beef and lamb dishes that are served with rice. The quality of food and service will certainly leave even discerning foodies impressed.

Located in Walt Disney World's Beach Club Resort, Cape May's "indoor clambake" is an "all-you-can-chomp" combination of steamed clams, mussels, fish, shrimp, ribs and chicken. Red skin potatoes and corn on the cob are included, but lobster is an extra charge. As with any clambake, you should be prepared for plenty of noisy children, but what kid wouldn't be excited over his very own junior-buffet of hot dogs, chicken fingers and yes, even good old macaroni and cheese? This nautical eatery also boasts one of the best character breakfasts at Disney World.

Located in the spacious Hilton resort just across the Walt Disney World's Downtown Disney shopping-entertainment center, Finn's Grill is everything you wouldn't expect from a hotel lobby restaurant. From it's cozy Key West atmosphere to its lively reggae music, you'll be swept away by its cool, coastal charm and "Finn-Omenal" fresh Florida seafood. There's a seafood raw bar on Saturdays and live entertainment during the week. So for fun the Florida way, stop by Finn's Grill and relax your way through an entertaining Orlando evening.

A trip to Orlando ought to include at least one meal with that famous mouse. If you can make only one character meal at Walt Disney World, make it at Chef Mickey's, located at Disney's Contemporary Resort. Not only do the kiddies get a daily audience with the "Main Mouse," but the food's great too! A mini-buffet features the usual fare of macaroni and cheese, pizzas, hot dogs, chicken and burgers with a famous ice cream sundae bar for dessert! There is also a character breakfast each morning.

"Ohana" is Hawaiian for "family" and this restaurant certainly lives up to that name. In fact, the staff insists on calling everyone "cuz." Highlights of the meal, besides the sumptuous selections barbecued in the middle of the restaurant and served on skewers, are the lively coconut races and hula dances inside and the nightly fireworks outside. Insider's tip: be sure not to ask for any salt or pepper, unless you enjoy parading around the restaurant with a pineapple on your head! Located inside Disney's Polynesian Resort, the full bar specializes in frothy frozen drinks served in frosted tiki heads.

Park Plaza Gardens features a brick-and-glass-lined interior courtyard, so tranquilly beautiful that you could easily while away an afternoon there and not regret a minute of it. There's also an outdoor café and an intimate bar that's a favorite after-work gathering spot for the region's up-and-coming and already-there execs. As for the dining it's subtle and sublime. Grilled vegetables, beef tenderloin and salmon are all skillfully and temptingly prepared.

Mount Dora's famous for its New England village atmosphere and its many antique shops. Palm Tree Grille is in a building that goes back back to 1914. With a bright, airy ambiance highlighted by wall murals, the Italian fare includes shrimp scampi, veal carbonara, and baked lasagna. If you're budget conscious, go early to take advantage of the restaurant's sundown specials served between 4p to 6:30p Sunday through Friday. Wine and beer are available.

Located inside Disney's Grand Floridian Resort and Spa, this restaurant, named for England's most famous pair of 19th-century royal lovers, offers an elegant dining experience, complete with starched linen, fine china and handsome furnishings. As an added luxury, a pair of servers caters to each table. Seafood and steaks star here, but the menu is an ever changing seven course adventure in gourmet luxury. Taxes, gratuities and alcoholic beverages are all extra.

Winter Park residents in search of Japanese fare and seafood flock to this restaurant in droves. Sushi selections include crab-and-asparagus rolls and eel-and-cucumber rolls, among many others. If you're not in the mood for sushi, you'll find a plethora of other Japanese delicacies here, including fish broth, seaweed salad and fried squid. Beer and wine are available.