Eating Good in the Neighborhood: Altamonte Springs
By Elisha Pappacoda, Orlando Editor
Amid a sea of chain restaurants, Altamonte Springs boasts dozens of independent eateries with offerings ranging from the freshest catch to Kosher cuisine.
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Crazy Buffet Restaurant
945 W State Road 436, Altamonte Springs, FL
Monstrous portions of Asian fare for a bargain price. -
Habana Grill
937 W State Road 436, Altamonte Springs, FL
The closest to true Cuban cuisine the Orlando-area has to offer. -
Steak In the City
1012 W SR 436, Altamonte Springs, FL
Mediterranean and Argentian dishes combined with a waterfront view separate this restaurant from the norm. -
Straub's Fine Seafood
512 E Altamonte Dr, Altamonte Spgs, FL
An extensive seafood menu amid tropical Floridian decor from this longtime Orlando favorite. -
Gina's Lakeside Grill
309 Cranes Roost Blvd, Altamonte Spgs, FL
Waterfront eatery offers a wide range of dishes including hearty soups, overstuffed sandwiches, ribs, wood fire pizza and grilled salmon. -
Maison & Jardin
430 S Wymore Rd, Altamonte Springs, FL
Old-guard Orlando's premier dining destination since 1958. -
First Watch Restaurant
249 W State Rd 436 Ste 1061, Altamonte Spgs, FL
This homey, family-style restaurant chain dishes up some of the city's best--and most affordable--breakfasts around. -
jason's deli
303 E Altamonte Dr. Ste 1350, Altamonte, FL
National franchise restaurant offers generously portioned deli fare accented with fresh fruit and plenty of salads for dine-in or takeout. -
Eastern Pearl Chinese Restaurant
478 E Altamonte Dr Ste 102, Altamonte Springs, FL
Bold dark furniture and contemporary design provide a stylish setting for patrons to nosh on traditional Chinese cuisine. -
Amira's Kosher Deli
1349 E Altamonte Dr, Altamonte Springs, FL
Simplistic interiors give way to delicious New York deli cuisine. -
Kohinoor
249 W State Rd 436, Altamonte Spgs, FL
This family Indian restaurant, named for a diamond, sometimes shimmers. -
Steak Escape
451 E Altamonte Dr Ste Fs05, Altamonte Spgs, FL
A quick pit-stop for shoppers who want to fuel up on grilled Italian subs. -
Baja Burrito Kitchen
931 N State Rd 434 Ste 1145, Altamonte Spgs, FL
Totally fresh and healthy Cal-Mex fare served in an upscale fast-food setting.

