Business Travel to Orlando: Downtown

Our Local Expert Says:

Relax and enjoy the award winning "New American" cuisine featuring fresh seafood, beef, pasta dishes, signature salads and sandwiches.

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The newest addition to the '310' family, 310 Lakeside boasts a great outdoor patio and a menu packed with favorites like Gator Tale, Cold Tomato Bruschetta and Beef Tenderloin Flatbread. Salads are ample and certainly worthy of being the entree with the option to add chicken, shrimp, ahi tuna, ribeye or salmon to any salad. The sandwiches are anything but ordinary, try the 310 Blackened Fish served on a white hoagie or the Salmon Burger served with bacon, arugula and tomato on a fresh challah roll with a lemon chive aioli. Last but certainly not least, the entrees are graced with eclectic ingredients and packed with flavor. Favorite entrees include the pan seared Filet Mignon finished with a whole grain mustard sauce and the Chicken Roulade stuffed with spinach, roasted red pepper and Gorgonzola cheese. 310's Sunday Brunch is a gourmet affair featuring a mouthwatering dishes such as Tenderloin Benedict and a Pear Brie Omelet.

Our Local Expert Says:

fabulous 'do it yourself' Bloody Mary bar during Sunday brunch!

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The trendy decor with warm hues and shimmering lights adds to the unique dining experience at this upscale restaurant. The menu features an innovative mix of American cuisine with higlights, such as Seared Tuna, Wood-grilled meats and fish dishes. The happy hour definitely brings a smile to every diner's face as the rates are highly discounted. Participate in the 'Disco brunch' that's held every third Sunday of the month, where you can groove to the music and have an enormous platter to dine on.

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The Kres Chophouse is housed in a downtown Orlando staple known as the historic Kress Building which was built in 1935. This historic treasure's architecture has been preserved adds great appeal to the Kres Chophouse. Come in for a delicious lunch, upscale happy hour or a luxurious dinner. Opt for the creamy tomato basil or the Wagyu Kobe Beef carpaccio plate with thinly sliced beef, capers, remoulade, Parmesan cheese, roasted pine nuts, tomatoes and sun-dried cranberries. The black and blue tenderloin sandwich with Dolce Gorgonzola cheese, lettuce, tomato and onion served with crispy fries and spicy ketchup is to die for and the Tenderloin Medallion Pasta with pancetta, spinach, roasted peppers and peas in a pene rigate paired with a Parmesan cream sauce might tempt you to lick your plate. Naturally, their steaks and chops are scrumptious and the market fish is always delicious. Kres Chophouse will quickly become one of your favorites. 

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The trendy decor with warm hues and shimmering lights adds to the unique dining experience at this upscale restaurant. The menu features an innovative mix of American cuisine with higlights, such as Seared Tuna, Wood-grilled meats and fish dishes. The happy hour definitely brings a smile to every diner's face as the rates are highly discounted. Participate in the 'Disco brunch' that's held every third Sunday of the month, where you can groove to the music and have an enormous platter to dine on.

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With more than 30 wines by the glass and dozens of zany original cocktails to choose from, Dexter's offers a great locale for sipping drinks and listening to live and DJ tunes. The eclectic original art that graces the walls adds to the hippy vibe in a scene that's meant for major mingling versus quiet interludes. It gets pretty loud in here when the dining room fills with the chorus of revelers partying their worries away.

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Waitiki Retro Tiki Lounge is located in the Wall Street Plaza in the heart of downtown Orlando. They are open for lunch and dinner or drinks all day long and have a daily Happy Hour from 4p to 7p. The decor sets the mood with plenty of bamboo, unique woodcarvings, teak flooring, straw thatches, artwork from contemporary tiki artists and an old-fashioned ironwood bar. There is live music from Wednesday through Saturday featuring surf-rock, lounge and reggae sounds, and hula dancers can be seen during special events. The outdoor balconies offer a great view of the surrounding area and the food and drink selections include tropical delights and plenty of specials.

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Spice's newest location perched on the shores of the postcard-perfect Lake Eola is the ideal spot for lunch, dinner or brunch. With a menu that'll please absolutely everyone (even vegetarians) Spice offers a great mix of steaks, seafood, salads, pastas, and casual bites. For downtown hipsters looking for a cocktail and something sweet, Spice is famed for its warm Baked Brownie and Ice Cream dish... perfect alongside a glass of Cabernet.

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The History Center has three floors of permanent collection which includes everything to do with Orange County history. These are also lent to museums and other institutes for display purposes. The center library is a massive resource for research and has rare and out of print works, artifacts, and archives. The Center's educational programs include field trips, the library can be used to teach a history lesson, fun and educational parties, and camps. The center is rented out for occasions and has a shop for accessories, books, toys, fun items and kitsch at their store.

Our Local Expert Says:

Best downtown outdoor space!

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A couple of hours can easily and peacefully drift away while strolling around Lake Eola Park, taking in the floating fountain and watching the white and black swans peacefully paddling across the lake. Established in 1888, the park's 43 acres of land are continuously enhanced with vibrant flowers, perfectly manicured grounds, and charming gazebos. The walking path circling the lake is 0.9 miles in length, perfect for enjoying a healthy stroll or vigorous jog. Shop at the Sunday Eola Market featuring fresh produce, artisan items, and a beer garden with live music. Swan rides are available for rent most days, and there is a restaurant tucked right inside the park called Eric's on Eola. There are about a dozen more restaurants within a short walking distance.

Our Local Expert Says:

Awesome downtown inn steps from everything!

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The EO Inn & Urban Spa, a small boutique property with only 17 deluxe suites, is a hidden gem tucked inside downtown Orlando's poshest neighbored, Thornton Park. Overlooking Lake Eola and located minutes from a myriad of fabulous downtown eateries, EO Inn also boasts a decadent spa where guests are perfectly pampered. One of the inn's best features is its rooftop terrace featuring a bubbling jacuzzi and private sundeck.


It's the perfect setting for conducting business in style or hosting visits from out-of-town guests. Numerous options for relaxation include, lakeside walks, outdoor theater, concerts, fine dining, sporting events, world-class attractions or a visit to our new Spa.

The elegant, understated interiors feature many personal touches. All rooms are "smart-wired", with the latest technology necessary to conduct business on a 24-hour basis. Select rooms offer lake views, while others overlook the lushly landscaped grounds of Lake Eola park and the downtown skyline. Amenities include a rooftop terrace with whirlpool, our new day spa facility, and a nationally renowned bakery-cafe, Panera Bread. The EO Inn is more than a place to stay. It's a tranquil retreat... a haven away from home.

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The Boheme is part of the Grand Bohemian Hotel located in downtown Orlando. The extraordinary artwork, luxurious furnishings, and spectacular entertainment will impress you for sure. The abundant array of scrumptious delights will leave you longing for more—if you have the room! The Boheme is truly in a class of its own and one of the few AAA Four-Diamond restaurants in Orlando. It is the perfect destination for a business luncheon, important gathering, or a romantic dinner just for two. If you are looking for an elegant gourmet feast or merely drinks at a fully stocked bar that includes an extensive wine selection, then the Boheme is the place you should go.

Our Local Expert Says:

Great downtown location, with a cool jazz bar, a grand piano, and a boutique hotel feel, though it's owned by Westin

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Downtown Orlando's jewel opened in spring 2001 (as a Westin property, now however it is part of the Kessler collection) with an early-20th-century Euro-Bohemian theme. It caters almost exclusively to the business and romance crowds, which means -- much to the satisfaction of the adult guests here -- you'll find almost no children on the premises. The comfortable and plush rooms have an Art Deco look with plenty of chrome and reds or purples. The upper floors on the east side overlook the pool; those on the north side face downtown. The classy hotel, which is entirely smoke-free, has more than 100 pieces of 19th- and 20th-century American fine art, and its lounge features a rare Imperial Grand Bosendorfer Piano -- one of only two in the world and valued at a cool quarter of a million. The downside: You'll have to pay for transportation to all of the theme parks.

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Voted 'Best Place to Sip Martinis' by the Orlando Business Journal and 'Best Hotel Bar 2002' by Orlando Weekly, this lounge, located in the Westin Grand Bohemian Hotel, is one of the city's trendiests spots. Its original works of art, more than anything else, make it worth a visit. It also houses a Grand Bösendorfer piano - one of only two in the world. Check out the nightly specials - classics on Tuesdays, blues on Thursdays and contemporary Jazz on Friday and Saturdays. And once you've had your share of art and music, feast on hand-crafted appetizers and specialty cocktails.