(407) 645-2475
319 S Park Ave
Winter Park,
FL
32789
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Neighborhood: Winter Park
What People Are Saying About Chef Justin's Park Plaza Gardens
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The Scene – An elegant, elaborately decorated garden setting, filled with vibrant flowers and comforting floral aromas. The dining room is reminiscent of a French courtyard and dining along the sidewalk cafe is great almost any time of year. – – The Food – Seafood is a standout among the elaborately staged entrees. Seared ahi tuna served on a mound of jasmine rice or the baked Brie and green apple napoleon are fantastic starters. Blue-crab cakes with mustard sauce and greens are tasty and full of meat. Pan-seared salmon with avocado and citrus cream and the Florida…
08/20/07
Terrific place to bring out-of-state company who thought that Orlando was all about Disney
by pkzart at Citysearch
We visited on Aug. 18th. The service, food and wine were wonderful. We started with French onion soup, which had a wonderful herbal broth, the goat cheese salad and crab-topped gazpacho. For entrees, we had the crab-stuffed grouper, shrimp and scallops over homemade pasta in a savory sauce, and the Steak Diane. I tasted everyone's meals and everything was perfect. My husband's steak could've been cut with a fork. Although I stuck to capuccino for dessert, the chocolate mousse cake and bananas foster that I sampled from my guests' plates were equally wonderful. I am definitely returning.
- Pros: everything was great, including the attentive service and friendly staff
- Cons: Winter Park restaurants are pricier but this one was worth it
08/11/07
LOVE the atmosphere
by breeze7891 at Citysearch
The best thing about Park Plaza Gardens is the lovely setting. It's very romantic and comfortable, you feel like you could be in a bistro in Manhattan or even somewhere in Europe. The prices are steep for the portion size, but it is usually worth it. I say "usually" because something was not quite right - we had escargot as an appetizer followed by the Shrimp & Scallop dish and the lamb dish. Both meals were very good, but maybe it was the olive oil that was brought twith the bread that threw me off (it's looooaded with garlic). I am a big garlic fan but something about it left me still tasting the garlic the next morning. A little unpleasant, so just a small warning about the intensity. Otherwise, it was a good experience though - great service, beautiful atmosphere. I do have to say though, I wasn't as impressed with the food as I felt like I should have, especially for the price. It was by no means bad...just not quite up there like I had expected.
- Pros: Ambience!!!, Service, Menu selection
10/19/05
Best meal in Orlando
by chemmie at Citysearch
Everything at Park Plaza Gardens is fantastic. The French onion soup is perhaps the best I have ever had. The appetizers and salad are all a fine way to start a meal. A sturdy wine list complements any meal. I have had both seafood and steak at Park Plaza Gardens and have never been disappointed. Don't leave before trying their special crème brule, they usually have a new one each week. Park Plaza Gardens is one of the more expensive meals in Orlando but the atmosphere, service and food are well worth the price.
- Pros: Fantastic Food, Perfect Service, Amazing Atmosphere
- Cons: crowded bar in front
The Details on Chef Justin's Park Plaza Gardens
Where to Sit:
If possible, try to sit out in the cafe. It offers great views of Park Avenue--perfect for the casual people-watcher.
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Hotel Restaurants, Romantic Dining, Brunch, Outdoor Dining, Notable Wine List
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