Picnic Planner: Orlando
Updated: October 12, 2009
What's your idea of the perfect picnic? Whether it's foie gras and chardonnay at a secluded site or just a bucket of fast-food chicken at a neighborhood park, here's where you can spread your blanket and fill your basket as well as some backup plans. (Photo courtesy of City or Orlando Family, Parks & Recreation)
On this page:Where to Go, What to Eat, Rain Checks.
Where to Go
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Mayor Carl T Langford Park
Write a review1808 E. Central Blvd., Orlando, FL 32803 (map)
Find a spot for the blanket and lay out the fixings in one of the scenic grassy areas or dine in one of the shady picnic pavilions at this historic Orlando park. Grills are also available.
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Dickson Azalea Park
Write a review100 Rosearden Dr, Orlando, FL 32803 (map)
Take a stroll through tall oak trees covered with Spanish moss and a shady walkway while experiencing what Orlando’s great outdoors has to offer during a picnic in the park near Downtown Orlando.
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Lake Eola Park
Read Reviews101 N Rosalind Ave, Orlando, FL 32801 (map)
Grab a spot under one of the trees or eat your picnic near one of the viewing areas overlooking Lake Eola. Couples can take romantic strolls around the lake or take a ride in one of the swan-shaped paddle boats.
What to Eat
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Pierre's Wine Cellar
Read Reviews1210 S International Pkwy Ste 11, Heathrow, FL 32746 (map)
Pick out a bottle of Riesling, Pinot Noir or another bottle from the shop’s 700 wine selections from 30 countries around the globe paired with delectable gourmet cheeses in Heathrow.
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Caribbean Sunshine Bakery
Read Reviews2528 W Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL 32804 (map)
Pack freshly baked organic banana bread or other loaves for making delish sandwiches at this Orlando bakery and Caribbean restaurant combo. Don’t forget to purchase sweets from island recipes for your picnic, mon.
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Publix
Write a review741 S Orlando Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789 (map)
Head to the deli and purchase a box of fried chicken, containers of potato or macaroni salad, King’s Hawaiian sweet rolls and a bottle of wine for your picnic paradise.
Rain Checks
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Julie's Waterfront
Read Reviews4201 S Orange Ave, Orlando, FL 32806 (map)
Drive or paddle over to this lakeside restaurant in South Orlando. After parking or docking, sit back and enjoy the view while eating seafood, grilled chicken, burgers or veggie options in a relaxed atmosphere.
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903 Mills Market
Read Reviews903 S Mills Ave, Orlando, FL 32806 (map)
Hang outside and dine alfresco-style covered by umbrellas while eating wraps, sandwiches or salads paired with wine while getting to know your significant other or watching passersby at this quaint South Orlando restaurant.
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Dexters Of Thornton Park
Read Reviews808 E Washington St, Orlando, FL 32801 (map)
Experience spicy, New Orleans-style sandwiches or wraps paired with sweet potato chips, gigantic salads or entrees and a wide variety of wine to choose from. Diners get cozy indoors or underneath a covered patio before calling it a night.
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