The 29 best restaurants and bars with a view in Orlando

Osphere

407 E. Central Boulevard, Orlando
This downtown Orlando dining spot offers classic American dishes and elevated seafood, plus cocktails brunch, served in breezy spaces all overlooking Lake Eola.

Enzo's on the Lake

1130 S. U.S. Highway 17-92, Longwood
Enzo’s on the Lake got its start in a small Central Florida home in 1980. Over the years, the restaurant has become the area's go-to scenic dining destination, serving Italian cuisine with a chic spin. It's an odds-on bet you'll see an anniversary dinner, a first date or a proposal at a nearby table.

Capa

10100 Dream Tree Blvd., Lake Buena Vista
This Spanish steakhouse’s location on the 17th floor of the Four Seasons Resort makes it a prime spot for watching the firework shows at Epcot and the Magic Kingdom, or just taking in some high-rise views. Staff will take you out onto the terrace a few minutes before the shows so you can view them from the best seats in the house. Reservations are required, so make sure you call ahead.

Terralina Crafted Italian

1650 E. Buena Vista Drive, Orlando
Be transported to Little Italy at this Disney Springs hotspot. Run by Top Chef master Tony Mantuano, you can find comfort specialties like eggplant Parmesan stack and ravioli gigante here. Come with an empty stomach so you can get your fill of tantalizing flavors and savory views from the veranda.

Sorekara

4979 New Broad St., Orlando
Japanese restaurant Sorekara, from chef William Shen and restaurateurs Johnny and Jimmy Tung, was built around the philosophy of sorekara (Japanese for “and then”) and appreciating each unique moment of life. Guests are to be ushered through multiple rooms rooted in this philosophy for an hours-long meal comprising 20-plus bites. “We want guests to think about their experience, and think about it for days and weeks after,” says Shen. “It’s one of a kind,” says Tung.

STK Steakhouse Orlando

1580 E. Buena Vista Drive, Orlando
This modern two-story steakhouse, specializing in prime grilled meats, provides a breathtaking view from its sprawling rooftop patio. It's on the pricier side, but if elegant carnivorous dining is what you're looking for, then STK's got you covered.

Ceiba

1500 Eastbeach Way, Orlando
A love letter to Mexican cuisine, Ceiba is now serving modern takes on authentic Mexican flavors in — or rather, atop — Orlando. Now open on the Conrad Orlando's seventh-floor rooftop, Ceiba is led by chef Stephen Ullrich and aims to reflect a "contemporary expression of Mexican cooking and pays homage to curated ingredients that tell the story of the country’s treasured dishes and artisan purveyors."

Hillstone

215 S. Orlando Ave., Winter Park
Guests can access Hillstone's scenic lakeside patio by car, boat or seaplane. Choose from a lunch, dinner or wine menu, and bask in the beautiful view of Lake Killarney with friends and strangers.

Relax Grill

211 Eola Parkway, Orlando
A Lake Eola Park staple, Relax Grill is an ideal spot for those looking to do just that: relax. No frills, no hustle and bustle, just casual patio seating and some classic American dishes and drinks.

Topolino’s Terrace

1080 Esplanade Ave., Lake Buena Vista
Located in the Riviera Resort, Topolino's Terrace offers French and Italian-style eats, for both breakfast and dinner. The restaurant also has an outdoor patio offering sprawling views and a high-end lounging atmosphere.

Canvas Restaurant

13615 Sachs Ave., Orlando
Besides the gorgeous floor-to-ceiling windows, the flashy yellow lamps and the brick walls, Canvas restaurant overlooks a beautiful lake with a partially covered patio. Try the oak-charred octopus, to really drive home that on-the-water feel.

BiCE Ristorante Orlando

5601 Universal Blvd., Orlando
BiCE Ristorante brings a little taste of Italy to Florida. Located at the Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando, this Italian restaurant was designed to give guests the feel of a classic European eatery.

The Waterfront

4201 S. Orange Ave., Orlando
The Waterfront offers homestyle classics like burgers, pulled pork sandwiches and fries, along with featured fresh seafood appetizers and entrees like blackened catfish. Enjoy your meal while looking out across Lake Jennie Jewel, and wash it all down with a microbrew or cocktail.

High Tide

33 W. Church St., Orlando
This tropical-themed outdoor dive bar in Orlando offers rooftop views of the downtown core, weekly drink deals and special events like Orlando City SC pregame parties, pre-show events and live music.

Old Man Frank's

1005 Lake Howard Drive, Winter Haven
Opened in 1954, Old Man Frank's has been around to serve decades of Winter Haven locals and visitors from abroad. The lakeside hangout spot has a sprawling deck, live music and dancing, and a classic seafood menu highlighting a raw bar.

Toledo

1000 W. Buena Vista Drive, Lake Buena Vista
Located in the Gran Destino Tower at Disney's Coronado Springs Resort, Toledo specializes in tapas, steak and seafood wrapped in elegant decor with picturesque high-rise views.

Gators Riverside Grille

4255 Peninsula Point, Sanford
Gator's Riverside Grill, located in Sanford, is nestled along the St. Johns River and offers cheap drinks and tons of good old-fashioned Southern fried seafood.

Black Hammock Restaurant

2316 Black Hammock Fish Camp Road, Oviedo
This Oviedo favorite acts as the adjoining restaurant to a marina and airboat spot. Grab a seafood-centric meal before you soak up some Central Florida sun.

Norman's

7924 Via Dellagio Way, Orlando
After a three-year hiatus and a 16-year run at the Ritz-Carlton Grande Lakes, Norman Van Aken's legendary eatery Norman's made a triumphant return in the Dr. Phillips area earlier this year. The menu's Latin-Caribbean DNA is still intact, but flavors from Japan and Southeast Asia expand on Van Aken's "New World" culinary vision.

Paddlefish

1670 Buena Vista Drive, Lake Buena Vista
Paddlefish is a three-story floating fortress of food permanently moored at Disney Springs. The riverboat features fresh seafood dishes, a rooftop deck and multiple contemporary dining rooms and outdoor spaces. When you’re floating on the Springs, pretty much any seat can be considered the best seat in the house, especially with a lobster on the plate in front of you.