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Explore Vegetarian, Vegan & Gluten‑Free Dining Options at Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining 2019

Get details on vegetarian, vegan and gluten‑free entrees for Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining® 2019.


Running from Aug. 23 through Oct. 7, Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining® 2019 offers three‑course prix‑fixe dinners for $35 per person at more than 120 of Orlando’s best restaurants. In its 14th year, the program now caters to vegetarians, vegans, and gluten‑free diners.

While many of this year’s entrees can be ordered without meat or seafood, dozens of restaurants offer special vegetarian (V), vegan (VG) and gluten‑free (GF) appetizers and desserts. Nearly half—51 restaurants—have main courses crafted specifically for guests with dietary restrictions. Read on for details, and visit Visit OrlandoMagicalDining.com for full information on restaurants, menus and OpenTable reservations.

Vegetarian, Vegan and Gluten‑Free Entrées in Orlando’s Tourism District for Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining 2019

Explore Vegetarian, Vegan & Gluten‑Free Dining Options at Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining 2019
Vegetarian Spinach and Manchego Bunelos at Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar in Orlando

International Drive Area

Amatista Cookhouse (GF): Two gluten‑free mains—Half Rotisserie Chicken and Hand‑Cut Angus Strip Steak—await guests at Loews Sapphire Falls Resort®.

Cafe Tu Tu Tango (V): Pibil‑style Cauliflower Tacos and Egg & Kimchi Tacos offer a plant‑based feast at this art‑inspired Spanish eatery.

The Capital Grille – The Mall at Millenia (GF): 8‑oz. Filet Mignon, 14‑oz. Bone‑In Dry‑Aged NY Strip, and Roasted Chicken are the gluten‑free options.

Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar (V/VG/GF): Grilled Vegetable Paella is gluten‑free and vegetarian‑friendly; the Pez Cobia is a gluten‑free seafood choice.

Earl’s Kitchen + Bar (GF): Half Rack of BBQ Ribs and 6‑oz. Sirloin are both gluten‑free at this Mall at Millenia spot.

Everglades (GF): Grilled Angus Filet, Tamarind Free‑Range BBQ Chicken and Chilean Sea Bass offer gluten‑free mains at the Rosen Centre Hotel.

Fogo de Chao Brazilian Steakhouse (GF): A selection of fire‑roasted meats—picanha, alcatra, fraldinha, medalhoes com bacon, cordeiro, lombo, costela de porco, linguica, picanha de porco, frango—are all gluten‑free.

Islands Dining Room (GF): Korean Bulgogi Beef Ribeye Steak is a gluten‑free main at Loews Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando Resort.

Itta Benna (GF): Salmon Filet is gluten‑free at this Southern‑style Pointe Orlando restaurant.

Mama Della’s Ristorante (V/GF): Melanzana Napoli is vegetarian; Loup de Mer is gluten‑free at Lowes Portofino Bay Hotel.

The Oceanaire Seafood Room (GF): Pan‑Seared New England Cod and Surf & Turf are gluten‑free entrees.

Sharks Underwater Grill (GF): Grilled Swordfish and Chicken Mushroom offer gluten‑free options at SeaWorld® Orlando.

Shogun Japanese Steak House (GF): The Shogun Special and The Kaisen are gluten‑free dishes inside the Rosen Inn.

Tapa Toro Tapas Bar & Paella Pit (V/GF): Eggplant Rotini is a gluten‑free vegetarian dish; Short Rib is also gluten‑free.

Explore Vegetarian, Vegan & Gluten‑Free Dining Options at Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining 2019
SLATE Restaurant in Orlando

Restaurant Row

Big Fin Seafood Kitchen (GF): Shrimp Orleans and Surf & Turf are gluten‑free.

Christini’s Ristorante Italiano (V/GF): Pappardelle Bolognese with marinara is vegetarian; Filet of Sole, Saltimbocca di Vitello, Ribeye are gluten‑free.

Eddie V’s Prime Seafood (GF): All entrees—Chef’s Seasonal Fish, Norwegian Salmon, 8‑oz. Center Cut Filet Mignon, Double Breast of Chicken—are gluten‑free.

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar (GF): Petite Filet, Double Breast of Chicken, Barbecue Scottish Salmon are gluten‑free.

Ocean Prime (GF): Petite Filet Mignon, Teriyaki Salmon, Bone‑In Chicken Breast, Slow‑Braised Short Rib—gluten‑free.

Ruth’s Chris Steak House – Orlando (GF): 8‑oz. Filet is gluten‑free at both the Restaurant Row and Lake Mary locations.

Seasons 52 (GF): Cedar Plank Roasted Salmon, Wood‑Grilled Filet Mignon, Pot‑Roasted Basil Ricotta Chicken are gluten‑free.

SLATE Restaurant (V/VG/GF): Artichoke & Asparagus Risotto is vegetarian, vegan, and gluten‑free; Pan‑Seared Bronzini and Airline Chicken Breast are also gluten‑free.

Vines Grille & Wine Bar (V/GF): Squid Ink Ravioli is vegetarian; 8‑oz. Center Cut Filet Mignon, Faroe Island Salmon, Pan‑Roasted Bell & Evans Airline Chicken Breast are gluten‑free.

Explore Vegetarian, Vegan & Gluten‑Free Dining Options at Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining 2019
LetterPress in Orlando

Walt Disney World® Resort/Lake Buena Vista Area

American Kitchen Bar & Grill (V): Cauliflower Curry is a vegetarian favorite at B Resort & Spa at Disney Springs®.

Black Fire Brazilian Steakhouse (V/VG/GF): A gourmet salad bar that’s vegetarian, vegan and gluten‑free; all grilled meats—picanha, garlic picanha, prime rib, flank steak, filet mignon, bacon‑wrapped filet mignon, chicken drumsticks, bacon‑wrapped chicken breast, lamb chops, beef ribs, pork ribs, parmesan pork loin, Brazilian pork sausage, chicken hearts—are gluten‑free.

Cafe D’Antonio (GF): Veal Marsala, 14‑oz. Aged New York Strip Steak, Fresh Fish of the Day—gluten‑free mains at Celebration.

deep blu seafood grille (GF): Grilled Local Catch is gluten‑free at Wyndham Grand Orlando Resort Bonnet Creek.

Eleven (GF): Seasoned Airline Chicken on the 11th floor of Reunion Resort is gluten‑free.

Hemingway’s (GF): Grilled Branzino and Lake Meadow Semi‑Boneless Chicken are gluten‑free at Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress.

Lakeside Bar and Grill (GF): Bone‑In Pork Chop, Florida Pink Shrimps, Beef Filet are gluten‑free at Bohemian Hotel Celebration.

LetterPress (V): Ancient Grains Vegetable Risotto is vegetarian at Hilton Orlando Buena Vista Palace.

Primo by Melissa Kelly (V): Vegetable Lasagna from Chef Melissa Kelly is vegetarian at JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes.

Ravello (V/VG/GF): Orecchiette is vegan and vegetarian at Four Seasons Resort Orlando; Pollo Saltimbocca is gluten‑free.

STK (GF): Pan‑Seared Salmon is gluten‑free at Disney Springs®.

Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill (GF): Pan‑Roasted Half Chicken, Oven‑Roasted Faroe Island Salmon, Braised Beef Short Ribs are gluten‑free.

Vegetarian, Vegan and Gluten‑Free Entrées Throughout Orlando for Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining 2019

Explore Vegetarian, Vegan & Gluten‑Free Dining Options at Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining 2019
Cauliflower at Outpost Neighborhood Kitchen in Orlando

Downtown Orlando

Artisan’s Table (GF): Duck Duo, Pan‑Seared Cobia, Garlic Butter Shrimp—three gluten‑free entrees at this acclaimed downtown spot.

Bites & Bubbles (GF): Chilled Seafood Platter—shrimp, oysters, mussels, tuna tartar, seaweed salad—offers a gluten‑free option in the Mills 50 district.

The Boheme (GF): Beef Tenderloin, Mediterranean Salmon, Grilled Pork Chop are gluten‑free at Grand Bohemian Hotel Orlando.


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