Enzo's on the Lake

02/18/2008 Posted by karrie05

We visited Enzo's twice, once to taste test the food because we used Enzo's On The Lake for our wedding ceremony & dinner reception June 2007. Both my husband & I were very impressed with the food,atmosphere,everything. My husband loves to eat the pork chops were the most tender he's ever had and most flavorful. For our wedding ceremony & dinner reception all our guests didn't have anything bad to say about service,food,drinks everything was taken care of by the waite staff & Susan the wedding planner for Enzo's. Our wedding cake was the Best!! The steak was tender, the pasta course was amazing. We can't wait to go back for our wedding anniversary!! The gardens were beautiful for our ceremony!

11/05/2007 Posted by rvbmw1

Everything is made fresh for todays service. The staff (no kids) know what they are talking about and treat you like your an old friend. Wonderful. Well worth the price. The best I have found in Orlando.

Pros: The best and freshest food. Wonderful service (not the best for the kids leave them at home)

Cons: Can get a little loud

02/11/2004 Posted by graphicsguy

Superb food, nice wine selection and the service is always exemplary. Well worth it if you are looking to splurge for that special night out.

07/13/2003 Posted by leigh109

We were sat for our 8:15pm reservations at 9:10pm. Once seated, we werent greeted by our server for another 20 minutes. Our mediocre tasting, but very expensive food was brought about 50 minutes later. We never received bread during the meal because the kitchen was running behind. Our service was lackluster. We, along with the rest of the restaurant witnessed a screaming fight in the kitchen between 2 waiters. When we complained to the manager and the owner, they acted like they couldnt have cared less and they did nothing to make up for our horrible experience. I think we would have received better food & service at a cheaper price at the Olive Garden. This restaurant suffers from a large ego of being in business for a long time and thinking they can treat customers any way they want. We will not be back.

Pros: Ambiance

Cons: Food was unimpressive, horrible service

01/04/2003 Posted by StanSprings

Enzos=$$$ + bacon grease. This list is an insult to Italian food! They left the best restaurant off the list!! Amelia's Italian Restaurant offers the freshes homemade food, reasonable prices, and most cozy family atmosphere in Central Florida. It's family owned (a rare thing these days) and operated and is by far the most pleasurable Italian dining experience.

Pros: atmosphere

Cons: Price, Food, not family oriented

10/03/2002 Posted by rickdh

Well you put them on the list but ranked below Olive Garden? WHAT? Did I really read this correctly? Who are these people you are surveying. TOURISTS on a shoestring budget with a family of 8 headed to theme parks for a week. Come on Orlando do we all live on cheap premanufactured national food chains here. Take number 1 off top 10 and push this real italian jewel to at least 2.

Pros: Beautiful Romatic, Excellent Food, Ample portions

Cons: A little too formal, Don't take toddlers

08/26/2002 Posted by gregnorton

The restaurant and gardens were beautiful, but the food was awful. As time passed, the waiter became increasingly annoyed that our party failed to pad the bill with extra antipasti, soups, and desserts; near the end of our meal, he was nowhere to be found. I watched a man who I assume was "Enzo" walk around the place schmoozing any woman over 40. His schtick must have something to do with generating repeat business because it certainly isn't food or service.

Pros: Scenery

Cons: Food, Service, Cramped

08/08/2002 Posted by puntiglio

Topnotch food in a relaxed atmosphere at reasonable prices. What more could you want? Bellisimo!

Pros: Wonderful food, Pride of ownership, Friendly staff

Cons: Far from downtown

06/25/2002 Posted by PaulC

You wouldnt expect to find such a place off 17-92 in Longwood, but hidden behind the front entry wall is a quaint and romantic setting that sparks your curiosity. Once inside the atmosphere was upbeat and lively. We did make reservations ahead of time and were seated promptly. If you can, try and reserve a table along side the back windows for a great view of the lake. We have a tough choice choosing a wine, because they have such a great wine list. Our server was very helpful and never had poor service. If you are in a mood for fish, try the Dover Sole, which just melted in your mouth. The Tenderloin Fillet is a good choice for beef. End your meal with the chocolate soufflé or the rum cake. Other reviewers say the portions are small but are very typical of actually European portions.

Pros: Good Valet, Great Wine List

Cons: Expensive