[Nfbf-l] What to do in Orlando (Braille Monitor June)

[jamespj at aol.com]

Denise,

I agree no one would have  that much time, even if they were to skipped all the convention activies.  But of course one one would do that .

James A. Johnson
Panama City








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hat to Do in Orlando
rom the Editor: No one has much free time during NFB conventions, but the 
rlando Chamber of Commerce has some ideas of things to do if you are coming 
arly or staying after the convention. We have gathered together some of their 
uggestions as well as the names and contact information for restaurants in the 
eneral area. We also threw in listings for a few transportation companies. We 
ope you find this helpful.
rea Attractions
lue Man Group Orlando
407) 224-3849
ww.uogroupsales.com
ow Performing. Come experience the eclectic mix of live music, imaginative 
ercussion instruments, and unexpected humor of Blue Man Group at Universal 
rlando Resort.
ok Tower Gardens 
863) 734-1210
ww.boktowergardens.org
njoy the beauty and serenity of 250 acres of Olmsted-designed gardens, majestic 
05-foot-tall belltower, sixty-bell carillon. Mediterranean Revival mansion, 
ature preserve, museum exhibits. National Historic Landmark. Café and Gift 
hop.
inosaur World
813) 717-9865
ww.dinosaurworld.com
inosaur World has over a hundred-fifty lifesize model dinosaurs in lush natural 
urroundings. Enjoy a picnic, examine real dinosaur eggs, and shop for unique 
reasures.
atorland
407) 855-5496
ww.gatorland.com
ature-based theme park featuring alligators, crocodiles, and a variety of 
nimals. Florida's best train ride. Three exciting shows. Central Florida's 
argest wading bird sanctuary.
oly Land Experience
407) 872-2272
ww.holylandexperience.com
isit the gateway to ancient Jerusalem at Orlando's unique destination. Explore 
he world of the Bible at the Holy Land Experience. Open Monday to Saturday 10 
.m. to 5 p.m. Closed Sundays.
rlando Science Center 
407) 514-2128
ww.osc.com
here is something new to discover around every corner at the Orlando Science 
enter. Explore hands-on exhibits, live shows, and giant screen movies the whole 
amily can enjoy together.
ipley's Believe It or Not! Orlando Odditorium
407) 345-0501
ww.ripleysorlando.com
xplore an amazing variety of weird and unusual exhibits, artifacts, and 
isplays in sixteen galleries that pay tribute to the odd, bizarre, and 
nbelievable!
itanic–The Experience
407) 248-1166
ww.titanictheexperience.com
uided tours led by Captain Smith, Molly Brown, and other Titanic notables. 
ull-scale recreation of the Grand Staircase and more. Authentic artifact & 
istorical treasures. A brand new interactive dive area and captains bridge.
onderWorks
407) 351-8800
ww.wonderworksonline.com
onderWorks is an amusement park for the mind with over a hundred interactive 
xhibits for visitors to experience.
f you need transportation while you are in Orlando, contact one of these 
ompanies:
etawayToGo.com
352) 874-6784 
ww.getawaytogo.com
lease reserve our affordable chauffeur driven car, SUV, or van. Our policy is 
rivacy, safety, and professionalism. We guarantee reliable, clean vehicles. We 
erve 24/7.
uperShuttle/ExecuCar Orlando
407) 343-0221
ww.supershuttle.com
ravel in comfort and style with ExecuCar. Our comfortable luxury sedans are 
our private ride to or from the airport, business meeting, social event, or 
nywhere else in town, twenty-four hours a day. Or, try Express by SuperShuttle 
or convenient, affordable, nonstop service to or from Orlando area airports.
iamond Cab Company
407) 296-4000
ww.diamondcabco.com
wenty-four-hour, radio dispatched transportation including taxi cabs, shuttles, 
r unmarked sedans to and from all destinations, including the Orlando Sanford 
nternational Airport.
ssociated Transportation of Florida
407) 7-888-9220
ww.associatedtransportation.net
uick Transportation
407) 354-2456
ww.quicktransportation.com
rlando is a vacation destination, so it has many restaurants to tempt every 
alate and pocketbook.
earby Restaurants
rcanjo's Bistro
407) 355-0550
ww.cporlando.com
njoy breakfast or dinner in a relaxed, comfortable environment with daily 
reakfast buffet. Prime rib and crab leg buffet on Saturday or choose from a 
alanced, varied menu featuring the best of innovative contemporary cuisine.
ugustine's Bar and Grille
407) 351-2420
ww.wyndhamorlandoresort.com
ocated in Wyndham Orlando Resort, this is one of the best dining values in 
rlando. Check out our breakfast buffet or dinner specials.
-Line Diner
407) 345-4532
ww.peabodyorlando.com
ocated in the Peabody Hotel, Orlando. Beautiful diner featuring favorites from 
ears gone by and creations for today's trends. Full take-out window. Four menu 
hanges daily. Open twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week.
rick House Tavern and Tap
407) 355-0321
ww.brickhousetavernandtap.com
iverse selection, over 70 beers. Elevated American fare. Most important, 
ersonalized hospitality that only our Brickhouse girls can provide. Outside 
atios with firepit.
ubba Gump Shrimp Co. Restaurant
407) 903-0044
ww.bubbagump.com
ocated at Universal City Walk, the restaurant captures the down-home feeling 
udiences took away from Paramount Pictures' classic film, Forrest Gump. Enjoy 
hrimp, seafood, and American classics in a fun, casual, family atmosphere.
uffalo Wild Wings–International Drive 
407) 484-6931
ww.buffalowildwings.com
ore than just a NY wing joint with fourteen signature sauces. Sports bar with 
omplete menu. Salads to appetizers to burgers. Come feel comfortable, and stay 
s long as you like.
afé Gauguin
407) 996-9840
ww.rosencentre.com
ocated in the Rosen Centre Hotel. Family and casual dining. Buffet and menu 
ervice, three meals daily. Prime rib buffet nightly. Conveniently located near 
he Convention Center.
afé Matisse
407) 996-1713
ww.rosenplaza.com
ocated in the Rosen Plaza Hotel, all-you-care-to-eat buffet and a la carte 
ervice. Three meals daily. Sunday Brunch. Conveniently located near the 
onvention Center.
opper Canyon Grill
407) 363-3933
ww.ccgrill.com
alking distance from the Convention Center. Semi-private group accommodations 
ncluding a wine room and huge covered patio with bar. Buyouts welcome. Please 
ontact groupsales at ccgrill.com for more information.
verglades Restaurant
407) 996-9840
ww.rosencentre.com
ocated at the Rosen Centre Hotel, feast on prime steaks and fresh Florida 
eafood. Explore the incredible flavors of gator chowder, wild boar, venison 
epper steak, and other unique regional specialties.
uddruckers at Festival Bay
407) 778-1934
ww.fuddruckers.com
iners enjoy freshly baked buns and a range of burgers prepared to taste. Booth 
nd table seating. Diner-like feel. Patrons load up tasty toppings including 
resh produce, variety of sauces/condiments.
atorville Restaurant
407) 351-2420
ww.wyndhamorlandoresort.com
loribbean outdoor restaurant—the perfect place to relax with an open view of 
he pool and nature. Oversize salads, sandwiches, and drinks, like "swamp" water 
re served daily.
olden Corral Buffet and Grill–International Drive
407) 352-6606
ww.goldencorral.com
he largest and best breakfast, lunch and dinner buffet and grill available 
nywhere. Buffet includes steaks, pastas, pizzas, fresh vegetables, full salad 
ar, desserts, and hand-carved meats everyday.
ard Rock Orlando
407) 370-5886
ww.hardrock.com
orld-renowned restaurant just outside Universal Studios Florida, featuring the 
argest collection of Rock 'n' Roll memorabilia and classic American fare. We 
ave group dining and a private room available.
ooters of Pointe Orlando, Inc.
407) 850-2552
ww.hooters.com
et the world famous Hooters Girls show you why Hooters has grown to 
nternational proportions. Now serving cocktails, Hooters celebrates twenty-five 
ears of serving up delicious wings, burgers, salads, seafood, and more. Come 
y, hang with the Hooters Girls, have a cold one, and enjoy the view.
oulihan's Restaurant
407) 447-2800
ww.houlihans.com
 new theme restaurant serving baby back ribs, Santa Fe style chicken served 
ver linguini, and black angus steak. Excellent jambalaya and hot caramel apple 
ie. Pleasant service and a stress-free atmosphere.
. Alexander's Restaurant
407) 345-1039
ww.jalexanders.com
. Alexander's is a casual dining restaurant with a contemporary American menu. 
roviding our guests with the highest quality food and extraordinary service are 
he cornerstones of our concept.
immy Buffett's Margaritaville
407) 224-6916
ww.margaritavilleorlando.com
 mecca for "Parrotheads" or for anyone who wants to have a good time and a 
reat meal in the ultimate tropical setting. The signature Volcano Bar features 
 volcano exploding with margarita mix.
he Kitchen
407) 503-9090
he Kitchen at Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando Resort is home to rock 'n' 
oll celebrity chefs who dish out one hit after another.
iller's I-Drive Ale House
407) 370-6688
ww.millersalehouse.com
he comfortable atmosphere of a neighborhood bar and grill. Eighty-five TV's, 
hree bars, and seventy-five beers. Menu focusing on freshness and value. Group 
ining available on our 5,000 sq. ft. patio.
ASCAR Sports Grille
407) 224-2362
ww.nascarsportsgrille.com
ASCAR Sports Grille is a world-class gathering place for the tremendously loyal 
ASCAR faithful and anyone with a passion for sports, great food, and an 
xciting action-packed experience.
BA City 
407) 363-5919
ww.nbacity.com
BA City, twice voted Orlando's Best Theme Restaurant, is the only place where 
ward-winning food, fan-tastic interactive games, and authentic NBA flavor take 
ou courtside.
'Charley's
407) 354-0010
ww.ocharleys.com
'Charley's is the fastest growing casual dining restaurant in the U.S. with 
ver 230 restaurants known for unsliceably soft rolls, freshly prepared steaks, 
eafood, chicken, and salads.
easons 52
407) 902-3164
ww.seasons52.com
asually sophisticated fresh grill featuring a seasonally inspired menu and 
nternational wine list. Groups welcome. Event dining includes family-style or 
ustomized menus.
harky & Jacks Bar and Grille
407) 351-5009
ww.bworlando.com
asual dining with a Caribbean flavor. Good food, good drinks, and good friends. 
inner and happy hour specials daily.
weet Tomatoes Restaurant–International Drive 
800) 689-1684
ww.sweettomatoes.com
eaturing two 55-foot salad bars brimming with vegetables and fresh salads, 
ade-from-scratch soups, freshly baked warm muffins, hot pastas, frozen yogurt 
ith toppings, and much more.
GI Friday's
407) 903-9556
ww.fridays.com
ew look, same great food. Still serving favorites such as our Jack Daniels 
rill items. Private room accommodates 75-100, special menu available for 
arties.
impano Italian Chophouse by E-Brands Restaurants
407) 226-1433
ww.timpanochophouse.net
eviving the big city dining experience with award-winning Italian cuisine. 
rivate dining from fifteen to four hundred. Outdoor dining on Lakeview Terrace. 
uyouts available. Close to Convention Center.
no Chicago Grill
407) 351-8667
ww.unos.com
ur legendary pizzas are just the beginning. Enjoy our perfectly seasoned 
teaks, pastas, seafood, Chicago's Original Deep Dish Pizza, relaxing bar, and 
uch more.
mura Japanese Steak House & High Definition Sushi
407) 936-6001
ww.amura.com
pscale contemporary restaurant serving traditional Japanese cuisine with French 
nfusion. Pepper steak, largest sushi bar in Orlando, full liquor.
ragonfly-Robata Grill & Sushi
407) 370-3359
ww.dragonflysushi.com
e are a modern twist on Japanese style tapas, featuring a full sake bar, Robata 
rill and sushi. Live entertainment on Friday and Saturday nights.
meril's Tchoup Chop
407) 224-6671
ww.emerils.com
hef Emeril Lagasse's seventh restaurant. Featuring Asian and Polynesian food, 
omplemented by Chef Emeril's signature bold flavors. Located at the Loews Royal 
acific Resort at Universal Orlando. Open daily for dinner from 5:30 to 10 p.m. 
lso open for weekday lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and Sunday brunch from 
0:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
obe Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar
407) 352-1811
ww.kobesteakhouse.com
ing Court–The Art of Oriental Cuisine
407) 351-9988
ww.ming-court.com
rlando’s most popular Oriental restaurant featuring innovative Dim Sum, sushi, 
ok, and char-grill cuisine. Live music nightly. Family-style service, value 
ricing, and casual dress. Open daily for lunch and dinner.
eito Sushi 
407) 248-8888
ww.seitosushi.com
raditional Japanese cuisine with fresh seafood and steaks in a contemporary and 
pscale setting. Amenities include a full sushi bar, robust wine and liquor 
election, and private dining.
hogun Japanese Steakhouse
407) 996-4444
ww.rodewayinnorlando.com
or a unique dining experience, join us at Shogun for the best steak, chicken, 
nd seafood in Orlando. Watch as your own personal chef cooks right at your 
able.
A Restaurant
407) 226-0234
ww.warestaurant.com
imple elegance and perfect design. Finest fish from Japan and Hawaii ensures 
he highest quality of sushi. We give the diner a true taste of Japan's 
onderful cuisine.
antilan Luau
407) 503-9090
ww.loewshotels.com/royalpacific
oyal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando, A Loews Hotel, immerses guests in the 
ropical enchantment of the South Pacific. The Wantilan Luau features exciting 
olynesian entertainment and new wave Pacific Rim cuisine.
estgate Smokehouse Grill at Westgate Lakes Resort and Spa
407) 345-0000
ww.westgateresorts.com
ocated at Westgate Lakes Resort & Spa, the Smokehouse Grill serves up 
owboy-sized portions of lip-smackin’ good steaks, BBQ ribs, pork, and more.
ilted Kilt Pub & Eatery
407) 226-6886
ww.tiltedkilt.com
ports Bar Pub & Restaurant with a widely varied menu. Indoor and outdoor 
atio bar with big screen and plasma TVs featuring all your favorite sports 
rogramming.
meril's Orlando
407) 224-2424
ww.emerils.com
meril's Restaurant Orlando, located at Universal Orlando's CityWalk, 
pecializes in a blend of Creole, Cajun, and American gourmet. We are open for 
inner Sunday through Thursday from 5 to 10 p.m. and Friday to Saturday from 5 
o 10:30 p.m. We are also open for lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
at Fish Blue
407) 480-2000
ww.orlandofatfishblue.com
nique dining: Louisiana-infused, American fare. Live music, walking distance to 
onvention Center, Pointe Orlando, three meeting spaces, buy-outs, and home to 
mprov Comedy Club.
hatham's Place
407) 345-2992
ww.chathamsplace.com
lose to Convention Center and area attractions. Highly select gourmet menu 
eaturing rack of lamb and blackened grouper. Casual elegance.
unky Monkey Wine Company
407) 418-9463
ww.funkymonkeywine.com
ocal independently owned restaurant that offers a variety of sushi, seafood, 
teak, amazing wine, beer, and saki selections. Private dining, buyouts, and 
utside patio.
ndia Blue
407) 363-5333
ww.indiablue.us/
ontemporary Indian cuisine. Lunch and Dinner daily. Offsite venue w/large 
utside covered patio can accommodate groups up to 439.
RAVO! Cucina Italian Restaurant
407) 351-5880
ww.bravoitalian.com/
e offer lunch, dinner, and kid's menu daily along with an extensive Italian 
ine list and a variety of pizza, pasta, and other Italian specialties.
ala Bella
407) 996-9770
ww.calabellarestaurant.com
talian bistro serving a variety of delicious dinner entrees, featuring a 
resentation-cooking bar, where guests can watch our chefs skillfully prepare 
heir culinary delights.
aggiano's Little Italy
972) 770-8661
ww.maggianos.com
aggiano's Little Italy specializes in Italian-American cuisine made from 
cratch daily. We offer lunch, dinner, and carryout service.
live Garden
407) 264-0420
ww.olivegarden.com
asual dining Italian restaurant. Serves lunch and dinner. Private dining space 
vailable.
inito's Ristorante
407) 354-0404
ww.vinitousa.com
inito Ristorante offers fine Italian cuisine at reasonable prices. Located at 
he Prime Outlet Mall with private room, two exterior patios and inviting bar. 
ome visit us.
afé Tu Tu Tango
407) 248-2222
ww.cafetututango.com
n all-appetizer, multi-cultural eatery resembling an artist loft in Barcelona, 
pain. Featuring local artists and spontaneous entertainment. Come in and join 
he party.
uba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar
407) 226-1600
ww.cubalibrerestaurant.com
pen air, tropical ambiance, upbeat Latin music, salsa dancing, and floorshows, 
raditional and updated Cuban cuisine, signature mojitos, and a selection of 
ver seventy rums.
onefish Grill
407) 355-7707
ww.bonefishgrill.com
 concept founded on the premise of simplicity and consistency, Bonefish Grill 
s a popular destination for those looking for a high-quality dining experience 
ithin a manageable price range.
oston Lobster Feast–International Drive 
40)7 851-4001
ww.bostonlobsterfeast.com
orld famous lobster and seafood buffet. All the lobster, prime rib, sushi, and 
rab legs you can eat, with over fifty other items on our incredible seafood 
east.
rab House 
407) 352-6140
ww.landrysseafood.com
erving excellent quality seafood in a casual, lively atmosphere. Entrees range 
rom fresh fish to over a half-dozen different types of crab to steak and pasta 
ombinations...all-you-can-eat seafood and salad bar.
ombard's Seafood Grille at Universal Studios Florida®
407) 363-8000
ww.universalorlando.com
ou can't visit the famous winding street, but you can sample some San Francisco 
tyle food. Stop in for a great selection of lobster, seafood, sandwiches, 
teak, and pasta. Or check out the Pastry Shop for a tasty treat.
ceanaire Seafood Room Orlando 
407) 363-4801
ww.theOceanaire.com
s sleek as an ocean liner, yet as relaxed as dinner on the shore, the Oceanaire 
eafood Room provides the perfect setting to enjoy fresh seafood flown in daily 
rom around the world.
ed Lobster at the Convention Center–International Drive
407) 245-5100
ww.RedLobster.com
ed Lobster at the Convention Center–International Drive offers the freshest, 
est-tasting seafood at a friendly price. It features an award-winning menu with 
ealthy selections, traditional favorites, and an activity booklet/menu for 
ids.
B King's Blues Club
901) 544-9103
ww.bbkingclubs.com
ining, dancing, fun atmosphere with a southern menu and hospitality that can 
ccommodate 700 seated guests. Full restaurant, bar, and live music, seven days 
 week. Perfect venue for private parties, banquets, and receptions.
 Land Remembered
407) 996-1448
ww.landrememberedrestaurant.com
pscale steakhouse named after Patrick Smith's novel featuring Florida's 
istorical moments and landscapes, offering Harris Ranch all natural Black Angus 
eef and classic American favorites.
ahama Breeze Island Grille–International Drive 
407) 248-2499
ww.bahamabreeze.com
t Bahama Breeze you can leave the cares of the world behind as you enjoy 
ncredible food and tropical drinks in a carefree island atmosphere.
apital Grille
407) 370-4392
ww.thecapitalgrille.com
t the Capital Grille enjoy dry-aged steaks, chops, and fresh seafood acclaimed 
y the nation's toughest food critics and an award-winning collection of over 
00 wines.
ack's Place
407) 996-1713
ww.jacksplacerestaurant.com
ocated in Rosen Plaza Hotel, dine where celebrities hang around. Signed 
aricatures of the world's most notable surround you as you dine on aged 
id-western beef and fresh seafood.
orton's The Steakhouse
407) 248-3485
ww.mortons.com
ward-winning restaurant famous for a signature menu and perfectly broiled USDA 
rime aged beef, fresh seafood, vegetables, and elegant desserts.
alm Restaurant
407) 503-2384
ww.thepalm.com
enowned for its world-famous steaks and jumbo lobsters, the Palm is more than 
ust a great restaurant, it's a celebration.
onderosa Steakhouse–International Drive 
407) 345-9200
ww.ponderosaorlando.com
eaturing our famous all-you-care-to-eat grand buffet. Serving steak, chicken, 
nd seafood in a family-style dining atmosphere.
uth's Chris Steak House
407) 226-3900
ww.ruthschris.com
e serve only the best U.S. Prime, the top 2% of U.S. beef, as well as the 
reshest seafood, chicken, lamb chops, and more. Private dining room available.
izzler Restaurant–International Drive 
407) 447-2800
ww.sizzler.com
reakfast, lunch, and dinner. Hand-cut steaks, chicken, fresh seafood. 
hildren's menu. All-you-can-eat fresh fruit and salad bar. Beer and wine. 
anquet room and group rates.
averna Opa
407) 351-8660
ww.opaorlando.com
ffering an assortment of dishes served family-style or a-la-carte, ranging from 
eafood samplers to grilled lamb chops and vegetarian stuffed peppers. This 
nique venue includes nightly entertainment of belly dancing and live DJ.
exas de Brazil–Brazilian Steakhouse
407) 355-0355
exas de Brazil is a Brazilian-American steakhouse featuring a sixty-item 
ourmet salad area and seasoned cuts of beef, lamb, pork, chicken, and 
ausage—all flame-grilled to perfection.
ony Roma's
407) 248-0094
ww.tonyromas.com
ore than great ribs. Crispy fresh salads, mouth-watering char-grilled steaks, 
uicy BBQ chicken, pastas, and delicious seafood make up a menu sure to please 
very guest. Convenient I-Drive location.
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